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Raisin in the Sun

Closing: November 02, 2024

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Thomas Barrett, aged 17. In a rented apartment on Chicago’s South Side, the Younger family is full of hope, dreams, grief, and big plans. Their beloved father has died, and the money from his life insurance policy could change their lives.

Mama wants to put down roots in a home of her own. Her daughter Beneatha has her heart set on becoming a doctor. But her son Walter Lee thinks the money is his to spend — and he’s willing to sacrifice his values and his family to get what he wants. Each must face what it means to escape the

confines of a segregated society. How do you create a meaningful life in a world designed to keep you down?

Ground-breaking, pioneering and challenging, Lorraine Hansberry’s “A Raisin in the Sun” broke barriers as the first play by a Black woman on Broadway. Directed by Tinuke Craig (Jitney, The Color Purple), this classic family drama full of humour and heart, remains relevant and powerful in a world still divided by inequality.

In this brand new production, Timberlake Wertenbaker revisits her seminal play examining power and justice in the British justice system. Artistic Director Rachel O’Riordan (A Doll’s House, Iphigenia in Splott) directs this Olivier award winning classic based on the extraordinary true story of Australia’s first penal colony. With deportation as punishment more relevant than ever before, Our Country’s Good takes on new meaning in 2024.

Accessible Performances: Wednesday 23 October, 1.30pm – Chilled Environment Performance. Thursday 24 October, 7.30pm – Open Captioned Performance. Saturday 26 October, 2.30pm – Audio Described Performance . Monday 28 October, 7.30pm – BSL Interpreted Performance


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Wellesley Repertory Theatre Unveils Cast And Creative Team For In-Process Presentation Of LIFTED
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026


Wellesley Repertory Theatre will present 'LIFTED,' the seventh installment in the Ufot Family Cycle, with performances scheduled across three venues in March.

2026 TRU LOVE BENEFIT Celebrated Tonya Pinkins, Bonnie Comley and Stewart F. Lane
by Gillian Blum - Feb 14, 2026


Despite sub-zero temperatures, a nearly full house of theater lovers braved the cold to come together for a warm celebration at Green Room 42 in Manhattan, on Sunday, February 8.

Photos: A RAISIN IN THE SUN at Dunbar Repertory Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026


The Middletown Arts Center, in conjunction with Dunbar Repertory Company, is presenting the ground-breaking, American classic, A Raisin in the Sun, directed by Darrell Lawrence Willis, Sr. See photos!

A RAISIN IN THE SUN to be Presented at Midland Center For The Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2026


Midland Center for the Arts will present the Center Stage Theatre's production of A RAISIN IN THE SUN, directed by Glecia Tatum, from February 27 to March 8, 2026, at the Little Theater.

Eboni Booth’s PRIMARY TRUST Coming to Virginia Repertory Theatre
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 6, 2026


The Pulitzer-Prize winning play Primary Trust will serve as the first Virginia Repertory Theatre production opening in 2026. Performances take place Thursday, Friday, and Saturdays at 7:00 PM, select Saturdays at 2PM, Sundays at 3PM, and select Wednesday evenings and matinees.

A RAISIN IN THE SUN to be Presented at Middletown Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2026


The Middletown Arts Center, in conjunction with Dunbar Repertory Company, will present the ground-breaking, American classic, A Raisin in the Sun, directed by Darrell Lawrence Willis, Sr.

The Coolidge to Celebrate Icons, Love, and Women in February and March Repertory
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026


The Coolidge Corner Theatre revealed their repertory programing for February and March 2026 which will kick-off with Icons celebrating Sidney Poitier who was one of the most important American cultural figures of the 20th century.

Joel Grey and Phylicia Rashad to be Honored at Center Theatre Group 2026 Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026


Center Theatre Group will present CTG: The Gala, the not-for-profit's annual event which will be held at The Music Center, featuring cocktails and dinner on the Jerry Moss Plaza and a one-night-only show at the Mark Taper Forum.

Photos: James Ijames' GOOD BONES at Arden Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026


All new photos have been released from the Arden Theatre Company's Philadelphia Premiere of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright James Ijames' Good Bones. Learn more here!

FENCES and More Set For Headlong 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026


Headlong has announced details for their 2026 season including a brand-new production of August Wilson's Fences directed by Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch) in a co-production with Leeds Playhouse, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre and HOME Manchester.

Welcome To Wandsworth Reveals Programme For January - March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2026


Welcome to Wandsworth - the Mayor's London Borough of Culture - has a packed and eclectic programme with something for everyone this Spring. Learn more here!

Arena Stage Reveals Cast and Creative Team For INHERIT THE WIND
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026


Rooted in the real-life Scopes “Monkey” Trial, this courtroom drama by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee chronicles a legal battle over science, religion, and the right to think freely, as the small-town case is thrust into the national spotlight.

Philadelphia Premiere of James Ijames' GOOD BONES Extended at the Arden
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026


The Arden Theatre Company's Philadelphia Premiere of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright James Ijames' Good Bones has been extended, adding six additional performances.

Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Arkansas Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 8, 2026


Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Arkansas Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.

Pittsburgh Public Theater To Present AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE In February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 6, 2026


Pittsburgh Public Theater kicks off 2026 with the Pittsburgh premiere of the recent Broadway adaptation of AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE, taking the stage at the O'Reilly Theater in Downtown Pittsburgh February 4-22, 2026.

Feature: Arkansas Theatre Year in Review for 2025
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 5, 2026


GOOD BONES Comes to Arden Theatre Company in January
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2026


Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company will present the Philadelphia premiere of Good Bones, the newest play by Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright James Ijames. Learn more here!

Asolo Rep Unveils Cast and Creative Team for Pulitzer Prize"Winning PRIMARY TRUST
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2025


Asolo Repertory Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for PRIMARY TRUST, with performances January 7–February 11, 2026 (previews Jan. 7–8; opening night Jan. 9).

Kayli Carter, Michael Esper, Ricardo Chavira, and More Join THE BALUSTERS on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Dec 12, 2025


Manhattan Theatre Club has announced complete casting for the world premiere of The Balusters, by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon.

Cast Set For DEEP AZURE at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025


Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the full cast and creative team of Deep Azure in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse. Learn more about the production and the cast here!

Joy Wielkens Will Join the West End Cast of HADESTOWN
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2025


Dutch actor and singer Joy Wielkens will join the critically acclaimed West End production of Hadestown as Persephone from 20 January until 8 March 2026. Learn more here!

The Best Theater of 2025: Shows that Ruled the Year
by Sidney Paterra - Jan 1, 2026


As 2025 comes to a close, New York City's top theatre critics have been taking stock of this theatre season- deciding on their personal choices for their favorite productions of the year. The season has been full of so many stellar plays, musicals, revivals and new works, both on Broadway and off.

Six-Time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald Will Play bergenPAC In A One-Night-Only Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025


Audra McDonald will appear in a one-night-only concert at bergenPAC this spring. The performance will feature selections from across her stage and recording career. Tickets are now available through the venue’s website and box office.

BROWN BROADWAY: The Musical Makes World Premiere This Weekend in Los Angeles
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025


This weekend the World Premiere of Billie King’s Brown Broadway: The Musical will open for two performances at The Assistance League Theatre in Los Angeles.

Audra McDonald Will Play bergenPAC This Spring
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2025


Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald will play a one-night-only concert at bergenPAC (Bergen Performing Arts Center) in May. Learn more and get tickets here!

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