Thornton Wilder News

On Saturday, November 16th, the cast of the Paramount+ upcoming series “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy” took in a performance of Our Town together at the Barrymore Theatre on Broadway. See photos!

Zoey Deutch visited TODAY with Hoda and Jenna to discuss the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!

For that verite vibe to work its magic requires a high order of acting, and veteran director Lisa Spielman has cast Elmwood’s production with that requisite caliber of talent. 

TDF will host an autism-friendly performance of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town in January, tailored for families with members on the autism spectrum or with other developmental or cognitive disabilities.

The Tony Awards Administration Committee met to confirm the eligibility status of eleven Broadway productions for the 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the shows eligible!

Hudson Valley Shakespeare has revealed their 2025 Season. Hudson Valley Shakespeare’s season will include William Shakespeare’s uproarious comedy The Comedy of Errors and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

In a new interview, Jim Parsons admitted that he hadn't seen or read Our Town before he became involved with the production which is now playing at Barrymore Theatre. Watch Parsons discuss his experience with the play!

Additional casting has been set for the new Broadway production of David Mamet’s Pulitzer Prize & Tony Award winning play Glengarry Glen Ross, directed by Tony & Olivier Award Winner Patrick Marber.

In a unique blending of life and art, Fort Salem Theater’s upcoming production of Our Town will feature a real-life family as the fictional Webb family. Husband and wife Bill and Julie, along with their daughter Mari, appear as The Webb Family.

Great American plays often capture key moments, issues, and themes that define American life, culture, and history, making them essential parts of the American theatrical canon. Which playwrights do you think made the list?

The current Broadway revival of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, directed by Tony Award-winner Kenny Leon, is launching a partnership with TDF’s Veterans Theatregoing Program. Learn more!

Concord Theatricals announced the acquisition of licensing rights for several plays by James Graham, including INK, THIS HOUSE, LABOUR OF LOVE, A HISTORY OF FALLING THINGS, and QUIZ.

What is theatrical licensing and why is it important? Check out our for guide to how licensing works and view an updating list of new shows to license!

A new Broadway season has arrived at last, full of exciting new shows and revivals of beloved classics. While many of them are original concepts or based on plays, 7 are already films that you can watch from home.

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, October 21, 2024.

Alley Theatre revealed the cast for the 2024 Alley All New Festival, featuring a lineup of actors set to bring new works to life. The festival will showcase innovative plays and performances. Learn more!

Fort Salem Theater has announced the cast and creative team for their upcoming production of Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, 'Our Town,' running November 8-10, 2024.

BroadwayWorld was on the red carpet for the opening night of Our Town, starring Katie Holmes, Jim Parsons and more! See what the cast members had to say about the opening of the show, and learn more about the production!

On Sunday, October 13, New York Times bestselling author Ann Patchett attended a production and met with the cast of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town at the Barrymore Theatre. See photos!

Zoey Deutch visited CBS Mornings to discuss making her Bradway debut in the new production of Thornton Wilder's Out Town, which is currently playing at the Barrymore Theatre. Watch the interview now!