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Date of Death: December 07, 1975 (78)

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Review: SOMETHING MOVING: A MEDITATION ON MAYNARD at Ford's Theatre
by Roger Catlin - Sep 28, 2023


There may be no better town for political drama than Washington, and no theater more historically consequential than Ford’s Theatre, where Lincoln was assassinated 158 years ago.

André Bishop Will Step Down as Artistic Director of Lincoln Center Theater
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 22, 2023


Bishop has served as Producing Artistic Director of Lincoln Center Theater since July 2013, and first joined the organization as Artistic Director in January 1992.  His departure in June 2025 will coincide with the close of Lincoln Center Theater’s 40th anniversary season.

Listen: Jaime Lozano & The Familia's New Album SONGS BY AN IMMIGRANT VOL. 2 Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2023


Concord Theatricals Recordings has released Songs By An Immigrant Vol. 2, the highly anticipated sophomore album by Jaime Lozano & The Familia, on streaming and digital platforms worldwide.

HELLO DOLLY Opens WPA Season In Greensburg
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 9, 2023


Westmoreland Performing Art's Professional Theatre Company will present the Jerry Herman Musical Theatre Classic 'Hello Dolly' this month. Get all of the event and ticketing information here!

Stevie Walker-Webb Appointed Artistic Director of Baltimore Center Stage
by Stephi Wild - Sep 7, 2023


Baltimore Center Stage has announced that Tony Award-nominated and Obie Award winning director Stevie Walker-Webb will join the company as Artistic Director. Learn more about when Walker-Webb will take over the role here!

MJ The Musical & More Lead Chicago's September 2023 Top Picks
by BWW Staff - Aug 31, 2023


Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Out top picks in Chicago for September 2023 include MJ, The Color Purple, Rock of Ages and more!

Fort Salem Theater Unveils Spectacular 2024 Season Lineup: A Theatrical Extravaganza Awaits!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 22, 2023


Fort Salem Theater has announced its highly anticipated 2024 season, offering an exceptional array of performances that promise to captivate audiences and bring unforgettable theatrical experiences to the community.

Video: Watch India Carney Sing 'Climb Ev'ry Mountain' From New Rodgers & Hammerstein EP
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2023


Discover the latest collaboration between The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization and stories, as they release a new EP featuring beloved musical theater classics. Stream the timeless tunes on your favorite platforms now.

HB Playwrights Theatre Performs a Scene From NEW YEAR'S DAY (SAE HAE) by Youlim Nam
by Stephi Wild - Aug 17, 2023


New Year's Day (Sae Hae), a full-length play written by Youlim Nam, is set to showcase a reprisal of one of its scenes at the HB Playwrights Theatre as part of The Independent Study Project Lab on August 20th, 2023 at 3 pm.

Concord Theatricals Launches SIX: TEEN EDITION for U.S. Schools
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 16, 2023


Discover the latest announcement from Concord Theatricals as they bring the highly acclaimed 'Six: Teen Edition' to schools across the United States. Dive into the captivating world of this sensational musical adaptation and find out how students can now experience the magic right in their classrooms.

48th Samuel French Off Off Broadway Short Play Festival Winners Revealed
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2023


Discover the winning plays from the 48th Samuel French Off Off Broadway Short Play Festival. Find out which plays were chosen as winners in this highly anticipated festival. Get a glimpse of the exceptional talent showcased in this year's event.

Contraband Theatre To Present World Premiere Of SEE YOU IN A MINUTE A New Play By Jacob Juntunen
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 3, 2023


Contraband Theatre is producing the new play, See You in a Minute by local playwright, Jacob Juntunen, at The Chapel (6238 Alexander Dr., St. Louis). Performances run Oct 11-28, Wednesdays at 7pm and Thursdays - Saturdays at 8pm.

Review: ON THE RAZZLE at Shaw Festival
by Michael Rabice - Aug 3, 2023


A good story often bears repeating. Such is the case in Tom Stoppard's ON THE RAZZLE, currently playing on the Royal George stage of the Shaw Festival. It's storied provenance has beginnings dated back to the 1842 play  'Einen Jux will er sich machen'  by Johann Nestroy.

Concord Music Publishing and Concord Theatricals Sign Composer Jaime Lozano
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 3, 2023


Discover the exciting partnership between Concord Music Publishing and Concord Theatricals as they sign composer Jaime Lozano. Learn how this exclusive deal will bring Lozano's music to stages worldwide, and why it's a game-changer for the industry.

Weston Theater Company Announces SINGIN' IN THE RAIN
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 31, 2023


Weston Theater Company takes audiences on an enchanting journey back to Hollywood's golden age in SINGIN' IN THE RAIN. The production will take place at Weston's Walker Farm theater due to the damage wrought in The Playhouse by this month's devastating floods.

Michael Shannon & Paul Sparks Led WAITING FOR GODOT & More Set for TFANA 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 27, 2023


Discover the lineup for the Theatre for a New Audience (TFANA) 2023-24 season, featuring Michael Shannon and Paul Sparks in the iconic play Waiting for Godot. Get all the details on the dates and tickets.

Gina Naomi Baez, James Beaman, Justin Michael Duval And Ivan Howe To Lead OLIVER At Sharon Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2023


Sharon Playhouse, the arts and entertainment venue in the Northwest Corner of Connecticut, continuing its tradition of pairing extraordinary talent from Broadway, television, and film with talented local actors from the the community of Northwest Connecticut and beyond, is delighted to present Lionel Bart's classic musical, Oliver! based on the Charles Dickens novel, Oliver Twist, from August 4 - 20.

Luna Summer Teen Conservatory Presents MIDDLETOWN, August 4-6
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2023


The Luna Stage Teen Summer Conservatory will present Middletown by Will Eno for three public performances August 4- August 6.

Review: CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND at Kreeger/Arena Stage
by Mary Lincer - Jul 22, 2023


What did our critic think of CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND at Kreeger/Arena Stage?

FALSETTOS, OUR TOWN & More Set for Stageworks Theatre 2023 �" 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 5, 2023


Stageworks Theatre, Tampa's longest-running professional theatre company, will raise the curtain on six new productions for its 2023 - 2024 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

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