Chicken and Biscuits 2020 - Articles Page 4

Run Time:
100 minutes with no intermission
Ages: 12+
Opened: February 28, 2020
Closing: March 22, 2020

Chicken and Biscuits - 2020 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Queens Theatre
14 United Nations Avenue South Flushing Meadows Corona Park, ny

Chicken and Biscuits, a new family with heart, soul and a little shade by composer-playwright and actor Douglas Lyons (Beautiful), will receive its launch production at Queens Theatre, Feb. 28-March 22, 2020.

In Chicken and Biscuits, Baneatta and Beverly attempt to put their sisterly differences aside to bury their father, Bernard. All is well at the funeral until it's revealed that Bernard had not just two daughters, but three. Wig pins loosen, as truths emerge, leaving this African-American family to confront their skeletons head on; naturally with lots of love, shade, and prayer along the way.

Originally written in residence at The Directors Company, Chicken and Biscuits' development includes The Front Porch Readings Series, Queens Theatre's 2019 New American Voices Series, and Frank Silvera's Workshop at The Billie Holiday Theatre.

The 2020 Queens Theatre production will be directed by Zhailon Levingston (Tina), in arrangement with Blue Vista 725, EclayRossie Productions, AKOUS Entertainment and The Directors Company.

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Chicken and Biscuits - 2020 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 4

CHICKEN & BISCUITS Cancels 3 Performances Due to Breakthrough Cases
by Robert Diamond - Nov 9, 2021


The producers of CHICKEN & BISCUITS on Broadway have announced the cancelation of 3 performances.

The Fire This Time Festival To Release Anthology With Methuen Drama
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2021


 On February 10, 2022 New York City’s Obie Award-winning The Fire This Time Festival will release an anthology entitled 25 Plays from The Fire This Time Festival: A Decade of Recognition, Resistance, Resilience, Rebirth and Black Theatre.

Emily Bear to Moderate Andrew Lloyd Webber Discussion at TheaterMakers Summit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2021


TikTok and musical prodigy Emily Bear (The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical) will moderate the discussion with Eight-time Tony Award winner and keynote speaker Andrew Lloyd Webber at the fifth annual TheaterMakers Summit, this weekend, November 6 and 7, with a special bonus day November 8.

Andrew Lloyd Webber to Deliver Keynote Address at 5th Annual TheaterMakers Summit This Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2021


Eight-time Tony Award winner Andrew Lloyd Webber will deliver the keynote address at the fifth annual TheaterMakers Summit. The TheaterMakers Studio presents the 2021 TheaterMakers Summit November 6 and 7, with a special bonus day November 8.

VIDEO: First Look At RENT At Signature Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 2, 2021


Get a first look at Signature Theatre's production of RENT, book, music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson, opening tonight at Signature's MAX Theatre.

Over 50 New TheaterMakers Added to 5th Annual TheaterMakers Summit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2021


The TheaterMakers Studio will present the fifth annual TheaterMakers Summit, on November 6 and 7, with a special bonus day on November 8. With Broadway reopening, the theme of this year’s event is “Places Please.” The 2021 TheaterMakers Summit will be held virtually for attendees and speakers.

Photos: Vanessa Williams Visits CHICKEN AND BISCUITS on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 25, 2021


There was a family reunion this weekend at the Circle in the Square Theatre! Stage and screen favorite Vanessa Williams attended Chicken and Biscuits on Broadway and stopped backstage to visit two of her past costars- Michael Urie (Ugly Betty) and Norm Lewis (Sondheim by Sondheim, Show Boat). Check out the photos.

VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsal For Signature Theatre's RENT
by Alan Henry - Oct 25, 2021


Go inside first day of rehearsal for Signature Theatre's production of RENT! The production will reopen Signature's MAX Theatre for live performances from November 2, 2021 - January 2, 2022.

Zhailon Levingston to Direct 13th Annual FIRE THIS TIME FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2021


FRIGID New York will present the 13th Annual The Fire This Time Festival at The Kraine Theater (85 East 4th Street between 2nd Avenue and Bowery), January 17-February 6, 2022. Performances will also be available to livestream from home. 

VIDEO: Go Inside Opening Night of CHICKEN & BISCUITS on Broadway!
by Team BWW - Oct 13, 2021


On Sunday night, the audience at the Circle in the Square Theatre was treated to an extra helping of joy, as CHICKEN & BISCUITS, the new comedy written by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston, officially opened. 

Photos: CHICKEN & BISCUITS Company Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 11, 2021


CHICKEN & BISCUITS, the new comedy written by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston, made its Broadway debut just last night, October 10, at the Circle in the Square Theatre (235 West 50th Street.) The limited engagement runs through Sunday, January 2, 2022. We have photos from inside the big night!

Photos: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for CHICKEN & BISCUITS
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 11, 2021


CHICKEN & BISCUITS, the new comedy written by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston, made its Broadway debut just last night, October 10, at the Circle in the Square Theatre (235 West 50th Street.) The limited engagement runs through Sunday, January 2, 2022.

VIDEO: Go Inside First Day Of Rehearsal For Signature Theatre's RENT
by Alan Henry - Oct 8, 2021


Go inside first day of rehearsal for Signature Theatre's production of RENT! The production will reopen Signature's MAX Theatre for live performances from November 2, 2021 - January 2, 2022.

Review Roundup: CHICKEN & BISCUITS Opens on Broadway; What Did the Critics Think?
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 10, 2021


CHICKEN & BISCUITS, the new comedy written by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston, makes its Broadway premiere and we have all of the reviews from Broadway's critics. The limited engagement runs through Sunday, January 2, 2022. 

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Photos: First Look at Norm Lewis, Cleo King, Michael Urie & More in CHICKEN & BISCUITS on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2021


Production photos have been released of CHICKEN & BISCUITS, the new comedy written by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston, making its Broadway premiere at Circle in the Square Theatre (235 West 50th Street.) 

Signature Theatre Announces Cast and Creative Team For RENT
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2021


Signature Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for RENT, book, music and lyrics by Jonathan Larson, which will reopen Signature's MAX Theatre for live performances from November 2, 2021 – January 2, 2022. 

Rockwood Music Hall To Host JOHNNY & the DEVIL'S BOX EP Release
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2021


Wielding his fiery fiddle, composer/performer Douglas Waterbury-Tieman (THE ROBBER BRIDEGROOM), is joined by his wife Annabelle Fox (DISNEY'S FREAKY FRIDAY), along with Jennifer Fouché (CHICKEN & BISCUITS), Larry Tobias (THE GRAND TOUR), Erikka Walsh (ONCE), and Maggie Stallings (KINKY BOOTS), for a concert version of the foot-stompin' new musical JOHNNY & the DEVIL'S BOX.

Sierra Boggess, Andrew Lippa, Steve H. Broadnax III & More to Take Part in the 5th Annual THEATER MAKERS SUMMIT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 13, 2021


The TheaterMakers Studio will present the fifth annual TheaterMakers Summit, on November 6 and 7, with a special bonus day on November 8. With Broadway reopening, the theme of this year's event is 'Places Please.' The 2021 TheaterMakers Summit will be held virtually for attendees and speakers.

Photos: CHICKEN & BISCUITS Cast Gathers for First Rehearsals
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 2, 2021


Producers Pamela Ross, Hunter Arnold, E. Clayton Cornelious and Leah Michalos have just released first-look photos of the groundbreaking creative and producing team of the Broadway play CHICKEN & BISCUITS, a new comedy written by Douglas Lyons and directed by Zhailon Levingston.

Full Cast Announced for CHICKEN & BISCUITS on Broadway Starring Norm Lewis & Michael Urie
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2021


Producers Pamela Ross, Hunter Arnold, E. Clayton Cornelious and Leah Michalos have announced the full Broadway cast of CHICKEN & BISCUITS, the new comedy play by Douglas Lyons making its Broadway premiere this fall at Circle in the Square Theatre (235 West 50th Street.)

Industry Pro Newsletter: Springsteen Returns to Broadway, New Results from UK Pilot Study
by Alex Freeman - Jun 28, 2021


It was a big week in New York theatre as Bruce Springsteen opened a Broadway show for the first time in 15 months to a fully vaccinated crowd. While theatre has continued in various forms throughout the pandemic, seeing the return of a show to one of the major commercial centers of the industry was an important step from an economic and emotional standpoint.

CHICKEN & BISCUITS, Led by Norm Lewis & Michael Urie, Is Coming to Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 24, 2021


A new play might be heading to the Circle in the Square Theatre! According to a new Telecharge listing, Chicken and Biscuits- billed as a feel-good comedy that will feed your soul- will begin previews on Broadway on September 23, 2021 and will open on October 10.

FLINT MURAL PLAYS Kick Off The Flint Rep Summer 2021 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2021


This coming Saturday, June 5, at noon, a celebration is happening in Brush Park, Downtown Flint, as the Flint Mural Plays kicks off the Flint Rep Summer 2021 season.    

Which Broadway Shows Are Back This Fall/Winter?
by Team BWW - May 15, 2021


The sun will come out tomorrow. That's because after over a year of waiting, New York officials have at last spread word that Broadway is indeed back. Which shows will return when? BroadwayWorld has gathered all of the latest news on the return of live theatre. Check back regularly for updates!

Chicken and Biscuits FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Chicken and Biscuits have there been?
Chicken and Biscuits has had 2 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2020 and Broadway which opened in 2021.

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