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Rehearsed Reading For New Show 'Brainstorm' At Beacon Performing Arts Centre
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2025
Get ready to laugh, reflect, and feel deeply with Brainstorm, a one man show staring Elihu Ngbodi unraveling the journey of a young Nigerian caught in the beautiful chaos of growing up.
Photos: Chrysalis Theatre Company's SHE TAKES FLIGHT Opens At The Chain Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2025
Chrysalis Theatre Company will present the world premiere of SHE TAKES FLIGHT, a bold, devised new play created and performed by an ensemble of five women, each sharing their own personal stories in a searing, funny, and poignant theatrical journey through midlife in 2025. Check out photos of the production.
Casting Complete For Penguin's Season Opener
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2025
Penguin Rep Theatre announced that casting is complete for Miracle on South Division Street, which officially kicks off the company's 48th season in Stony Point, New York.
50 Student Nominees Announced for the 2025 Roger Rees Awards
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2025
The Broadway Education Alliance has just announced the 50 nominees for Outstanding Performer in a qualifying role in an officially licensed high school production presented during the 2024-2025 academic year. We have the full list of nominees here!
JOKE-E-OKE: Stand Up Comedy Karaoke Gameshow is Coming to Young Ethel's
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2025
Joke-e-oke: Stand Up Comedy Karaoke Gameshow is coming to Young Ethel's. Joke-e-oke is karaoke with standup comedy material - in a three-round game show. Learn more and see how to attend!
Opening May 16: THE FUNDAMENTALIST by Juha Jokela Stars Claudia Godi and John Hickok
by Bruce Apar - May 11, 2025
The Fundamentalist follows the story of Markus, a reformed minister, who is confronted by Heidi, a former student turned religious extremist. As Heidi attempts to 'save' Markus from his loss of faith, the play explores profound questions about belief, identity, and moral responsibility in a divided world.
THE NANCE Opens At Elmwood Playhouse This Month
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2025
Elmwood Playhouse in Nyack will present The Nance, written by Douglas Carter Beane, opening May 16 and running through June 7.  This production incorporates music and comedy in a story that sheds light on the lives of comedic burlesque performers during the final days of vaudeville.
Penguin Rep Announces 2025 Season Lineup
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2025
Penguin Rep Theatre has announced its 2025 season, featuring four mainstage productions, including three world premieres. The company will also transfer its acclaimed production of Gene & Gilda to Off-Broadway this summer.
Ann Talman to Bring ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND THE SHADOW Of HER SMILE To Stissing Center For Arts & Culture
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2025
Ann Talman will bring her award-winning show Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile to the Stissing Center for Arts & Culture in Pine Plains, NY. Learn more!
Review: SHIRLEY VALENTINE is full of heart at Katonah Classic Stage
by Bruce Apar - May 01, 2025
The tour de force of nature that is Andrus Nichols’ portrayal of Shirley Valentine is Katonah Classic Stage’s valentine to their patrons. 
Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at The Town Players Of New Canaan
by Pia Haas - April 30, 2025
The Importance of Being Earnest was Oscar Wilde’s last and most famous play, a brilliant farce that satirizes Victorian society. It premiered on February 14, 1895, at the St. James Theatre in London.
Hudson Valley Theatre Festival Returns Beginning This Week
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2025
The New Deal Creative Arts Center has announced the return of the Hudson Valley Theatre Festival! After its debut last year, the Festival is back — bigger, bolder, and even more inspiring.
THE ROAST OF GRAM PARSONS to Take Place at Pete's Candy Store
by BWW News Desk - April 28, 2025
The Roast of Gram Parsons will be presented at Pete's Candy Store on May 6, 2025. A musical/storytelling dark comedy featuring the music of Gram Parsons. Learn more!
Review: AMADEUS AT THE MANOR CLUB THEATRE
by Pia Haas - April 26, 2025
Amadeus was written by Peter Shaffer in 1979 and premiered at the Royal National Theatre in London. The play made its Broadway debut in 1980, running for an impressive 1,181 performances. It earned five Tony Awards, including Best Play, as well as the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding New Play. In 1984, it was adapted into a film, which won eight Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
Savage Wonder Launches Inaugural Theater Season in Beacon
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Savage Wonder has announced the launch of its inaugural theater season in Beacon, NY. Savage Wonder's popular staged reading series begins May 9th, marking the opening of Savage Wonderground-a 6,000-square-foot art gallery and wine bar.
THE UNDERGROUND ADVENTURES OF A CARROT & POTATO Premieres at Mesa Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2025
Westchester Playwright Tara Meddaugh's The Underground Adventures of a Carrot & Potato, winner of EVCT annual playwrighting contest, premiered at Mesa Arts Center.
I LOVE YOU BECAUSE at The Armonk Players
by Pia Haas - April 12, 2025
The Armonk Players are thrilled to present I Love You Because, a modern musical twist on Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, running June 6 through June 14, 2025, at Whippoorwill Theatre adjacent to the North Castle Public Library. 
Pop Singer LUXXE to Co-Host This Week's Rendition Of STAGE TIME: AFTER DARK
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2025
This week's STAGE TIME: After Dark lineup is co-hosted by pop artist LEXXE, who brings her sound to the Slipper Room stage. Learn more and see how to attend.
ANASTASIA, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, and More Set For Geva Theatre's 2025/26 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2025
Geva Theatre has announced its upcoming 2025/26 season. The One Geva subscription offers a full season of exciting work across our two theatres – now with five shows in the Wilson and two shows in the Fielding!
Penguin Will Host 2D Student Playwrights Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 28, 2025
Budding writers in high schools and colleges in or near Rockland County are being invited to compose and submit 10-minute plays for a festival sponsored by Penguin Rep Theatre. Learn more here!
Ian McKellen and More Set for Rivertowns Playhouse 2025 Summer Festival Lineup
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2025
Rivertowns Playhouse will present its fourth annual Summer Festival Season, featuring two acclaimed productions. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: POTUS at Elmwood Playhouse
by Pia Haas - March 20, 2025
Potus is a satirical farce written by L.A.-based playwright and performer Selina Fillinge. The play opened on Broadway on April 27, 2022 at the Shubert Theatre. The premise is that It takes seven women to keep the President of the United States functioning—or at least trying to.  As his chaotic three-year tenure reaches yet another crisis, it’s up to the women around him to save the day once again. As farces go, it is appropriately over-the-top, its absurdity, bold characters, and crazy antics prompt plenty of laughs. 
Purchase Opera Reveals Spring Production L'INCORONAZIONE DI POPPEA
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2025
The acclaimed Purchase Opera will present a fully staged production of Monteverdi’s Italian masterpiece, L’incoronazione di Poppea. Learn more about the upcoming show here!
JUST DESSERTS: A MUSICAL BAKE-OFF Returns To Chappaqua Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
The Broadway-style musical Just Desserts: A Musical Bake-Off will return to Chappaqua Performing Arts Center, March 28-30. Learn more about the show here!
Chamber Music America And Kaatsbaan Cultural Park to Present Ivalas Quartet
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2025
Chamber Music America and Kaatsbaan Cultural Park will present Ivalas Quartet and their program First Light. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

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