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Adapted in 1954 by Thornton Wilder from his earlier play The Merchant of Yonkers, The Matchmaker gained even greater fame when it was transformed into the beloved 1964 Broadway musical Hello, Dolly!.
Penguin Rep Theatre, now in its 48th season, continues its tradition of intimate, compelling storytelling with the powerful world premiere, Son of Zeus.
It may or may not be true that within each of us exists a book waiting to be written, or a full-length monologue of the story of our life waiting to be staged.
For many, the mention of The Shawshank Redemption instantly recalls the iconic 1994 film that brought Stephen King’s novella, Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption, to life.
How are conversations about death humorous? Ah, leave it to a trouper like Anne Meara to turn that trick, and she does so quite craftily.
Tom Dudzick’s 'Miracle on South Division Street' arrives in Stony Point for a heartfelt revival, reaffirming its timeless charm—a blend of humor, family dynamics, and subtle spiritual warmth.
In the confident and craftsmanlike hands of Mr.
The tightly produced, crisply presented piece directed by Schoolhouse Producing Director Bram Lewis stars Wali Jamal in a thoroughly engaging and formidable performance that also profiles Mr.
In it's landmark 40th season, The Schoolhouse Theater hits a high note with 'Satchmo at the Waldorf.
This is a colorful, nimble tapestry textured with high-stakes pathos alternating with low humor, weaving a spell of superior and highly original stage entertainment.
On the evening of Saturday, April 26, 2025, the Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra (GNSO) presented a breathtaking rendition of Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No.
The tour de force of nature that is Andrus Nichols’ portrayal of Shirley Valentine is Katonah Classic Stage’s valentine to their patrons.
The Importance of Being Earnest was Oscar Wilde’s last and most famous play, a brilliant farce that satirizes Victorian society.
Amadeus was written by Peter Shaffer in 1979 and premiered at the Royal National Theatre in London.
Potus is a satirical farce written by L.
The play selections at TPNC have always intrigued me.
What did our critic think of SIGNIFICANT OTHER at Elmwood Playhouse?
Who says learning about history – American history in particular – can’t be entertaining as well as educational? Witness Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Broadway juggernaut Hamilton, or, harking back a few deades, the Peter Stone musical 1776?
The lead character, Jordan, is beautifully rendered in a heartfelt, high-energy turn by John Carlos Lefkowitz, who delivers Joshua Harmon's stream-of-consciousness monologues in a lilting voice that is almost musical.
When a play is rooted strictly in powerful monologues that are written by a master of the form like Mr.
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.
The real-life director of Stage Kiss, Anthony Valbiro, has brought his reliably effective stagecraft instincts to this polished production
What did our critic think of A SEDUCTIVE DRACULA AT TOWN PLAYERS OF NEW CANAAN
One play asks the very timely question, 'Do your elected representatives really live the values they trumpet on the campaign trail??
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I Hate Hamlet Elmwood Playhouse (9/18-10/10) |
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Sordid Lives Veterans' Memorial Building (10/22-10/25) |
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Norbert Goldberg trio Jazz On Main (12/12-12/12) |
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Green Day’s American Idiot Theatre on Main Street, Inc. (11/13-11/15) |
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Sunday Brunch with Maya Shaw Jazz On Main (10/11-10/11) |
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Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) Presents Terror Tales Chilling Stories of the Macabre - A Halloween Short Play Festival October 23 - November 1 Westchester Collaborative Theater (10/23-11/01) |
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THE ANDERSON BROTHERS PLAY RICHARD RODGERS Jazz On Main (10/10-10/10) |
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Stan Ipcus & Friends Jazz On Main (10/16-10/16) |
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Giacomo Gates Trio Jazz On Main (10/24-10/24) |
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The Keith Chasin Trio Jazz On Main (11/12-11/12) |
