Steve Cosson News

Exclusive: Hear A New Track 'The Civilians Theme Song' From THE MICHAEL FRIEDMAN COLLECTION

by A.A. Cristi — March 23, 2023

GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS and THE CIVILIANS have announced the release of four new albums as the final installment of The Michael Friedman Collection.

New Michael Friedman Musical ESSENTIAL ALICE to Have Staged Reading at South Carolina New Play Festival

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 17, 2023

The South Carolina New Play Festival will present a posthumous staged reading of “Essential Alice” with music and lyrics by the late Michael Friedman and book by Annie Weissman.

The Civilians To Honor Kurt Deutsch & Ghostlight Records at ADVENTURES IN REALITY, 2023 Spring Benefit

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 16, 2023

The Civilians will honor Grammy-winning industry executive Kurt Deutsch, Senior Vice President, Warner Music Entertainment & Theatrical Ventures, and Ghostlight Records at Adventures in Reality: The Civilians' 2023 Spring Benefit.

Jackie Hoffman, Lauren Molina & More to be Featured on THE MICHAEL FRIEDMAN COLLECTION Final Installment

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 13, 2023

GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS and THE CIVILIANS have announced the release of four new albums as the final installment of The Michael Friedman Collection.

The Greene Space At WNYC And WQXR Name The Civilians As Spring 2023 Artist-in-Residence

by A.A. Cristi — February 10, 2023

Investigative theater company The Civilians curates three nights of live performances on March 13, April 17 and May 15.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE UNBELIEVING at 59E59 Theaters

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 31, 2022

59E59 Theaters and The Civilians is presenting The Unbelieving by Marin Gazzaniga (So Close) and directed by Steve Cosson (Whisper House).

Review: THE UNBELIEVING at 59E59 Theaters- Compelling Play Presents A Meaningful Discussion of Religious Faith

by Marina Kennedy — October 28, 2022

The Civilians, NYC’s highly acclaimed downtown theatre company, is currently presenting The Unbelieving at 59E59 Theaters through November 20th.

The Civilians Announces Twelfth Annual R&D Group

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 27, 2022

The Civilians is presenting the newest members of The R&D Group, marking the Group’s 12th season.

David Aaron Baker, Nina Hellman, Richard Topol & More to Star in THE UNBELIEVING at 59E59 Theaters

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 12, 2022

59E59 Theaters and The Civilians have announced the full cast & creative team for The Unbelieving by Marin Gazzaniga (So Close) and directed by Steve Cosson (Whisper House).

Tony-Nominated Director Les Waters to Take Part in THE THEATRE OF LES WATERS Discussion at Berkeley Rep

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 14, 2022

Berkeley Rep today announced a special event with the 2022 Tony Award-nominated director, Les Waters (Dana H).

BWW Review: DANA H. at Berkeley Repertory

by Steve Murray — June 10, 2022

What did our critic think of DANA H.

A STRANGE LOOP, COMPANY, TAKE ME OUT & More Win 2022 Drama League Awards

by Team BWW — May 20, 2022

Find out this year's nominees and winners for Drama League Awards.

EAST TO EDINBURGH FESTIVAL, Primary Stages Productions & More Announced for 59E59 Theaters Summer/Fall 2022 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 18, 2022

2022 Drama League Awards Nominations Announced- Full List!

by Nicole Rosky — April 25, 2022

The Drama League today announced the 2022 Drama League Awards Nominees and we've got all the nominations for for Outstanding Production of a Play, Outstanding Revival of a Play, Outstanding Production of a Musical, Outstanding Revival of a Musical, Outstanding Direction of a Play, Outstanding Direct

The Civilians 20th Anniversary Gala to Honor Mia Katigbak and Les Waters

by Marissa Tomeo — April 11, 2022

The Civilians (Steve Cosson, Artistic Director; Margaret Moll, Managing Director), the award-winning New York-based theater company, will honor actor-manager and co-founder of NAATCO Mia Katigbak and Obie Award-winning director and arts leader Les Waters at The Civilians 20th Anniversary