Much Ado About Nothing 1987

Opened: May 11, 1987
Closing: May 17, 1987

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Washington Stage Guild Closes Season with World Premiere of AN UNBUILT LIFE
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024


Get the latest cast updates for the Washington Stage Guild's production of AN UNBUILT LIFE.

How Often are People Tony-Nominated for Different Shows in the Same Season?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Apr 14, 2024


This time, the reader question was: How often are people Tony Award-nominated for different shows in the same season?

Washington Stage Guild Closes Season with World Premiere of AN UNBUILT LIFE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2024


Get the latest updates on the area premiere of VICTORIAN LADIES’ DETECTIVE COLLECTIVE by the Washington Stage Guild. Stay tuned for more information about the show.

Denzel Washington & Jake Gyllenhaal to Star in OTHELLO on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Mar 6, 2024


Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal will return to Broadway next season in a production of Othello directed by Kenny Leon. The production is set for an unspecified Shubert theatre.

These Stars of SUCCESSION Have Ties to the Stage
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2024


With Jeremy Strong making his Broadway return in An Enemy of the People this season, BroadwayWorld is exploring some of the others stars of the iconic series Succession, who have ties to the stage.

Lifeline Theatre Announces Cast for World Premiere KidSeries Production Of SKUNK AND BADGER
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2024


Lifeline Theatre's World Premiere KidSeries Production of Skunk and Badger features a talented cast. Adapted by Lifeline Ensemble Member, this production is based on the popular book.

PURPLE RAIN Musical Will Premiere in Prince's Hometown of Minneapolis
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2024


The pre-Broadway world premiere stage adaptation of Prince’s legendary film and album, PURPLE RAIN, will take place in Prince’s hometown, Minneapolis, MN. We have all the details on the new msuical!

Stage Adaptation of Prince's PURPLE RAIN Will Make its World Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2024


A stage adaptation of Prince's film and album, Purple Rain, will make its World Premiere stage adaptation this year. Learn more about the musical, which is based on the film and album from the iconic performer.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld December 28th, 2023
by - Dec 28, 2023


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is December 28, 2023 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival Unveils 2024 Season Featuring Two World Premieres & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2023


The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival has unveiled announced their 2024 Season, which will include three adaptations of classic works, including two World Premieres, as well as their annual Educational Tour.

Factory Theatre Presents A Daniel MacIvor Double Bill, November 16- December 17
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2023


Factory Theatre presents a powerful once in a lifetime double-bill from acclaimed, award-winning playwright Daniel MacIvor. Monster, directed by Soheil Parsa and featuring Karl Ang, will run from November 16-December 10, 2023 in the Studio Theatre; and Here Lies Henry, directed by Tawiah M'Carthy and featuring Damien Atkins, will run from November 23-December 17, 2023 in the Mainspace Theatre.

New Play XXPONYBOYDEREKXX Executive Produced by John Cameron Mitchell to be Presented on OnlyFans and X
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2023


Get ready for the highly anticipated debut of XXPONYBOYDEREKXX, a groundbreaking new play executive produced by John Cameron Mitchell. Find out where and when you can catch this unique theatrical experience exclusively on OnlyFans and X.

New Federal Theatre to Hold 53rd Anniversary Celebration Next Month at Edison Ballroom
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 23, 2023


NEW FEDERAL THEATRE will hold its 53rd Anniversary Celebration on October 2 at Edison Ballroom, honoring Woodie King, Jr., Gabrielle Kurlander, and Sade Lythcott. The gala is chaired by Kenny Leon and Lynn Whitfield.

New Federal Theatre To Hold 53rd Anniversary Celebration in October
by Stephi Wild - Aug 30, 2023


Woodie King, Jr.'s New Federal Theatre (NFT), led by Producing Artistic Director Elizabeth Van Dyke, will hold a 53rd Anniversary Celebration October 2, 2023 at Edison Ballroom, 240 West 47th Street.  

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Play FENCES by August Wilson is Coming to Shakespeare & Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2023


Experience the emotional depth and powerful storytelling of August Wilson's Fences at Shakespeare & Company. Follow the struggles of Troy Maxson as he navigates dreams, regrets, and a longing for a different life. Don't miss this Pulitzer Prize-winning play, part of Wilson's acclaimed American Century Cycle. Get your tickets now!

San Francisco's African-American Shakespeare Company Announces 2023-24 Season
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 15, 2023


The 29th season of San Francisco's African-American Shakespeare Company will see its Artistic Director L. Peter Callender taking on two of what he terms “bucket list roles.” First as Willy Loman in Death of a Salesman in October, followed by Shylock in the Merchant of Venice in May.

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Premieres New Outdoor Theatre Space With THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED) [REVISED] [AGAIN]
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2023


Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival will be heading outdoors for an updated revival of the three-person comedy The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) [revised] [again] presented on a new outdoor stage in front of the Trexler Library at DeSales University. The show previews, Wednesday and Thursday, June 28 and 29, opens Friday, June 30, and runs through July 16.

Shakespeare & Company Reveals THE CONTENTION (HENRY VI, PART 11) Cast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2023


The cast has been revealed for The Contention (Henry VI, Part II) at Shakespeare & Company, directed by Founding Artistic Director Tina Packer and staged June 17 through July 15, opening Saturday, June 24.

Maggie Siff, Pico Alexander & More to Star in ORPHEUS DESCENDING at TFANA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2023


Theatre for a New Audience will present Tennessee Williams’ Orpheus Descending, July 9–August 6 at Polonsky Shakespeare Center. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Full Casts & Complete Lineup Set for Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2023


Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival has announced the complete principal casts, creative teams, and events planned for the previously announced summer season.

New Muhammad Ali Musical ALI Will Have its World Premiere In Louisville in Fall 2024
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2023


The World Premiere of ALI will be presented in Ali's hometown of Louisville, at the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts, in Fall 2024. Learn more about the show here!

Merle Dandridge, Michael Hayden, Jodi Long & More to Star in A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC at Pasadena Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 2, 2023


Pasadena Playhouse has announced the cast for the 50th anniversary production of A Little Night Music. See who is starring, and how to purchase tickets!

Emma Thompson's NANNY MCPHEE Stage Musical to Open in the West End in 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2022


Emma Thompson's stage musical adaptation of Nanny McPhee is scheduled to open in the West End in 2023. Thompson wrote and starred in the two Nanny McPhee films, 2005's Nanny McPhee, and 2010's Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang.

Ian McKellen, John Bishop and Mel Giedroyc to Star in MOTHER GOOSE in the West End
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2022


Ambassador Theatre Group Productions has announced a UK and Ireland Tour of the pantomime MOTHER GOOSE, starring Ian McKellen as Mother Goose, John Bishop as Vic Goose and Mel Giedroyc as the Goose.

Meet the Cast of THE PIANO LESSON, Beginning Previews Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2022


The first Broadway revival of August Wilson's The Piano Lesson begins previews tonight, September 19, at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre for its 17-week engagement.  Meet the cast bringing this play back to Broadway!

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