It's Wilde! 1980

Opened: May 21, 1980
Closing: May 25, 1980

It's Wilde! - 1980 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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JERSEY BOYS, BEAUTIFUL, and More Set For Farmers Alley Theatre's 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2024


Following a season full of critically acclaimed productions, sold out shows, and holdovers, Farmers Alley Theatre has announced its 2024/2025 season lineup: Jersey Boys, A Christmas Carol, Dial M for Murder, A Jukebox for the Algonquin, Ride the Cyclone, and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.

Review: UNESCO INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY WITH THE THOMAS VOSS BIG BAND at Dunstan Playhouse, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - May 2, 2024


Extended applause followed the final number.

Joe's Pub to Present THE MEETING * JUSTIN ELIZABETH SAYRE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 1, 2024


JOE'S PUB will present the return of the long-running downtown variety institution, The Meeting* with Justin Elizabeth Sayre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Faye Webster's Track from Abortion Access Benefit Album Released
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2024


The recently announced compilation from the 501(c)3 non-profit organization NOISE FOR NOW’s recently launched label is out June 21st. Set to benefit independent abortion providers throughout the nation via Keep Our Clinics, the album features 11 exclusive tracks from Webster, The War On Drugs, Courtney Barnett, David Byrne and Devo, MC50 ft. Arrow De Wilde, Big Freedia, SOFIA ISELLA, Julia Jacklin, Becca Mancari, Claud and AJ Haynes (of Seratones).

'David Suchet - Poirot And More: A Retrospective' Will Be Available Exclusively From Original Theatre Online
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024


A filmed version of the recent stage show David Suchet - Poirot and More: A Retrospective, featuring the Emmy Award winning and multi Olivier Award nominated actor in conversation with journalist Geoffrey Wansell, will be available exclusively from Original Theatre’s digital streaming platform Original Online.  

Little Angel Theatre's Children's Puppet Festival Will Return This Summer
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024


Little Angel Theatre’s Children’s Puppet Festival will return for its second year after a successful launch in 2023. The new festival won a one-off Offie Award at this year’s Off West End Award Ceremony for its work showcasing many different styles of puppetry by award-winning companies for a wide range of different age groups. 

Some of New England's Most Talented Local Artists Will Take The Stage at Club Passim For The Iguana Music and Gecko Fund Showcase
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024


Passim will host a showcase of the 2023 Iguana Music Fund grant recipients on Monday, May 13th at 7pm, featuring Nicolás Emden, Paul Willis, Spirit 47, Maddie Lam, and this year's Gecko Fund grant winner Noble Dust.

Reading Rep Theatre and Original Theatre Reveal Full Creative Team For THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING OSCAR
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024


Reading Rep Theatre and Original Theatre have announced the full creative team and released rehearsal photos of their upcoming new production of Micheál Mac Liammóir's renowned play, The Importance of Being Oscar.

Sharon D Clarke, Ncuti Gatwa, and More Will Lead the National Theatre's THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2024


The cast has been set for the National Theatre's production of The Importance of Being Earnest.The cast will be led by Richard Cant as Reverend Canon Chasuble, Sharon D Clarke  as Lady Bracknell, Ncuti Gatwa as Algernon Moncrieff, Amanda Lawrence as Miss Prism, and Hugh Skinner as Jack Worthing. 

DORIAN: The Musical Comes to Southwark Playhouse Borough in July
by Stephi Wild - Apr 25, 2024


DORIAN: The Musical will premiere at Southwark Playhouse Borough (The Large) for a five-week run, from 4th July to 10th August 2024.

Steven Skybell, Christine Pedi & More to Star in HEARTBREAK HOUSE at Gingold Theatrical Group
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2024


Gingold Theatrical Group will continue the 19th season of Project Shaw with Heartbreak House by George Bernard Shaw. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Kip Williams' THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY Film Rights Acquired by Cate Blanchett's Company
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 18, 2024


The Picture Of Dorian Gray will be making its way to screens! According to reports, Cate Blanchett's production company Dirty Films have purchased the film rights to the current West End production of Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray. This version of the classic novel is adapted by Kip Williams, who reimagined the story as a vehicle for a single actor to play all the characters through the use of video screens.

The Musical Stage Company Reveals 2024-25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024


Following the record-breaking sixteen-week run of NATASHA, PIERRE & THE GREAT COMET OF 1812, The Musical Stage Company has announced the details of their upcoming programming.

Tarragon Theatre Reveals 2024/25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024


Artistic Director Mike Payette and Managing Director Andrea Vagianos have announced Tarragon Theatre's 2024/25 season. Learn more about the lineup here!

THE PLATYPUS Comes to St. Kilda in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024


This June, Theatre Works and Buckets Nijinsky Productions serve up Melbourne theatre lovers a wonderfully bleak, black comedy about the end of a relationship. 

PLAGUE PLAY Set For NYC Premiere At IATI Theater 2
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2024


Get ready for PLAGUE PLAY, an adaptation of the Book of Exodus, premiering at NYC's IATI Theater 2. This intriguing play uses the 10 plagues to explore cycles of violence through the story of Moses.

Review: AN UNBUILT LIFE at Washington Stage Guild
by Roger Catlin - Apr 18, 2024


It’s the painting Girl with a Flute, long attributed to Vermeer, that adorns the program cover of the Washington Stage Guild’s world premiere production of “An Unbuilt Life.” 

12th Annual NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS to Take Place at Joe's Pub in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2024


The 12th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys” – the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre – will be performed at Joe’s Pub. Learn more about the event and see how to purchase tickets.

DISTRACTIONS AT THE CRASH SITE Comes to Theatre of NOTE in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024


The west coast premiere of DISTRACTIONS AT THE CRASH SITE: Short Plays by Steve Yockey, directed by Ryan Bergmann, will preview on Wednesday, May 1 at 8pm; opens on Thursday, May 2 at 8pm (press opening) and will run through Saturday, June 1 at Theatre of NOTE.

Further Casting Set For KISS ME, KATE Starring Stephanie J. Block
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024


Further casting has been announced for one of the all-time classic musical comedies, KISS ME, KATE,  which is making a long awaited return to the London stage this summer for a strictly limited 15-week run from 4th June until 14th September at the Barbican Theatre.

STAND TOGETHER AGAINST CANCER: THE CONCERT FOR MATT LONG Series Announced for May & June 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2024


Join the fight against cancer with the STAND TOGETHER AGAINST CANCER: THE CONCERT FOR MATT LONG series happening in May and June 2024. Be part of this inspiring initiative for a noble cause.

Culture Lab LIC to Present Children's Storytelling Show, THE SELFISH GIANT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2024


Join Culture Lab LIC and PinProductions for the award-winning children's storytelling show, THE SELFISH GIANT, this Earthday. Experience this classic Oscar Wilde tale that's fun for the whole family and celebrates the power of stories. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Zips Along at Pittsburgh Public Theater
by Greg Kerestan - Apr 5, 2024


Oscar Wilde's comedy of manners, lightly reconceived as a screwball farce, is a refreshing summer treat.

World Premiere & More Set for Actors Theatre of Louisville 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2024


Actors Theatre of Louisville has revealed its 2024-25 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Gingold Theatrical Group's Project Shaw to Continue With I'LL LEAVE IT TO YOU
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2024


Gingold Theatrical Group will continue the 19th season of Project Shaw with Noël Coward’s I’ll Leave It to You. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

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