based on the play Der Besuch der alten Dame (The Visit) by Friedrich Dürrenmatt
Claire was driven from her hometown in disgrace when she was 17, betrayed by her lover. Many years (and seven husbands) later, she returns (beautifully dressed, but with a wooden leg) to her now-impoverished stomping grounds and offers to save the town. The price? Nothing less than the life of Schell.
The new Broadway production Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by Ossie Davis starring Leslie Odom, Jr. will host a post-show talkback series this fall at the Music Box Theatre.
Theatre Tulsa Academy will present 'Mean Girls High School Edition' in a captivating production. Get ready for a hilarious and relatable story that tackles the challenges of high school life. Don't miss this must-see show!
The complete cast has been set for the world premiere of Sugar Hill: The Ellington/Strayhorn Nutcracker. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.
Join in for the Barrington Stage Company's BSC in NYC Gala on October 30 at The Green Room 42. Celebrate with renowned musician Billy Stritch and his talented friends in an unforgettable evening of music and entertainment.
New Line Theatre will present the world premiere of 'Jesus & Johnny Appleweed's Holy Rollin' Family Christmas,' a hilarious stoner musical comedy set in 1959. Join the Goodson family as their secrets are revealed on one outrageous, pot-fueled Christmas Eve. Get all the details here!
Purlie Victorious: A Non-Confederate Romp Through the Cotton Patch by the legendary Ossie Davis starring Leslie Odom, Jr. has announced an extension of its critically claimed Broadway run.
In association with The Estate of Edward Albee, the Black Box presents 1993's FRAGMENTS (A SIT-AROUND) as the next monthly reading in EDWARD ALBEE: FROM A TO ZOO, AN EXCLUSIVE STAGED READING SERIES OF EDWARD ALBEE'S PLAYS.
The digital theatre website Original Theatre Online has added David Morley's acclaimed drama A Cold Supper Behind Harrods to its productions available for members to stream online.
59E59 Theaters & No. 11 Productions announce casting for PAIR, a new production beginning performances on November 3. Get all the details here.
Brooke Adams is set to join Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner, and Melanie Mayron in the new comedy 'Madwomen of the West' at Actors Temple Theater. Directed by Thomas Caruso, the Off-Broadway production starts performances on November 11th. Don't miss this hilarious and talented cast!
BroadwayWorld has a first look at English at Barrington Stage Company. Four students meet regularly in an Iran classroom to prepare to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) proficiency exam. Despite their shared native language, they have to learn to communicate and connect in a classroom with only one rule: English Only!
The upcoming TeachRock workshop on Long Island features legendary hip-hop artists Half-Pint and DJ Johnny Juice. This unique education story is open to teachers in the NYC/Long Island area. Interviews with the artists and organizers are available.
Get ready for an electrifying night of music as Rockers on Broadway: 30th Anniversary adds new special guests, including Debbie Gibson. Don't miss the star-studded lineup at this highly anticipated event celebrating its milestone anniversary.
Check out the exciting new lineup of Fall 2023 shows at Ars Nova, including benefit performances of Dixie's Tupperware Party on NOV 16 & 17. Get your tickets now at Ars Nova's website.
This time, the reader question was: With Purlie Victorious returning to Broadway, what are other plays that were revived on Broadway after their musical adaptations premiered?
NEC Jazz Orchestra celebrates George Russell's centennial with a special performance on Oct 19. Don't miss this tribute to a jazz legend.
Dig, a new play written and directed by Pulitzer Prize finalist Theresa Rebeck (Bernhardt/Hamlet, Downstairs at Primary Stages), has been extended for two weeks. Learn how to purchase tickets!
What did our critic think of THE BOOK OF LIFE at McCullough Theatre? The production is more than just a play, though; it is a poignant exploration of personal history and the power of connecting with one's ancestors.
Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) and CreateTheater.com invite you to a S.P.A. Day: a workshop created to help Self Producing Artists relax about producing. Learn more about the event and how to sign up here!
Ken Schaphorst leads the NEC Jazz Orchestra in its first concert of the year, a celebration of the centennial of George Russell. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
Join Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) and CreateTheater.com for the TRU Producer Bootcamp: Essentials of Successful Self-Producing workshop. Learn how to view your creative work from a business perspective, make smarter choices, and generate your own opportunities.
Theater for the New City presents Flawless, a tale of enchantment written by Robin Goldfin, based on and inspired by an award-winning essay by Canadian writer David J. Lawless. Learn more about this new play and find out how to get tickets here!
Following the success of its first visit to New York last September, the Orchestra of the Royal Opera of Madrid, conducted by Juanjo Mena, will give a concert at Lincoln Center's David Geffen Hall on October 16 at 8 pm. Learn more about the concert and how to attend here!
BlackRock Center for the Arts has announced its 22nd season of programming as a dedicated hub for inspiring performing and visual arts experiences in the most diverse county in the United States, Montgomery County, Md.
Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup and David Shenk present the Moving Memory project: fill in the blank on October 6. Get event and ticket information here!
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