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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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by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025


Following the official release of Wicked: For Good, costume designer Paul Tazewell, who won an Academy Award for his work in Wicked: Part One, took to Instagram to confirm his cameo appearance in the new film.

ATLAS INTERSECTIONS FESTIVAL 2026 Tickets Go On Sale November 21
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2025


The Atlas Performing Arts Center will present the 2026 ATLAS INTERSECTIONS FESTIVAL from February 14–March 15 in Washington, D.C. Tickets will go on sale November 21, with early-bird discounts and multi-show passes available.

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by Charles Kirsch - Nov 6, 2025


Not many directors could helm a blockbuster stage adaptation of a hit film starring George Clooney, the Broadway transfer of a dark and quirky musical about a Dead Outlaw, and an off-Broadway meditation on the root and consequences of AI all in the span of four months. If anyone could, however, it would certainly be David Cromer, who achieved that impressive feat last spring. Rocketed to fame by his revelatory 2009 production of Our Town, he has become one of New York’s most in-demand directors, noted for his versatility, sensitivity, and ability to create theatrical magic. 

Tony Award-Winner Audra McDonald to Perform at Overture Center for the Arts in April 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025


Overture Center for the Arts in Madison, Wisconsin will welcome Emmy, Grammy, and six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald for an evening of music and storytelling on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in Overture Hall.

Meet the Cast of OEDIPUS, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 30, 2025


The Olivier Award-winning Oedipus, an adaptation created and directed by Robert Icke, will begin performances on Broadway on Thursday, October 30, 2025. Meet the cast of Oedipus here!

Grammy Winner Susan Carol Joins the Cast of BROWN BROADWAY: THE MUSICAL
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2025


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Oregon Shakespeare Announces Cast for COME FROM AWAY, A RAISIN IN THE SUN, and More
by Gillian Blum - Oct 18, 2025


The Oregon Shakespeare Festival announced select casing and creative teams for its 2026 season's productions, including A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, COME FROM AWAY, and more.

BROWN BROADWAY: THE MUSICAL To Premiere In Los Angeles in December
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2025


The world premiere of Brown Broadway: The Musical, written and directed by Billie King, runs December 5–7 at The Assistance League Theatre in Los Angeles.

DEATH BECOMES HER, SUNSET BOULEVARD and More Nominated for 41st Annual Artios Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2025


Casting Society (CSA) has revealed the television, theater, commercials, short film and short form series nominees for the 41st Artios Awards. See the full list here!

2025 BLACK THEATRE ALLIANCE AWARDS Nominations Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2025


The 2025 Black Theatre Alliance Awards have announced nominations celebrating excellence in Chicago’s African American theatre community. The ceremony will take place October 27, 2025, at the Beverly Arts Center and honor ILesia Duncan with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

THE HOUSE THAT WILL NOT STAND Comes to Invictus Theatre Company Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025


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Edward Albee's WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF Comes to Oxford Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025


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by Bruce Glikas - Oct 6, 2025


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PRIMARY TRUST to be Presented at Guthrie Theater in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2025


The Guthrie Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for Primary Trust by Eboni Booth, directed by Marshall Jones III. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

PRINCE F****T Extends Again Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025


A second extension has been announced for Jordan Tannahill's Prince Faggot, now running an additional three weeks, through November 30, in Seaview's new Off-Broadway home.

Flux Theatre Ensemble Reveals New Creative Partners
by Stephi Wild - Oct 1, 2025


Flux Theatre Ensemble has announced that Miranda Holliday, Julianna Kantor, Montserrat Mendez, Kristen Palmer, Chester Poon, Adam Szymkowicz, and Justin Woo have joined the ensemble as Creative Partners.

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 23, 2025


Carrie's TOUCH will welcome Daralyne Kyesha Davis as Ruth Younger in Dinner with the Youngers. Learn more about the cast and see how to purchase tickets here!

Meet the Cast of RAGTIME, Now Playing on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2025


Performances are now underway for Lincoln Center Theater's revival of Ragtime at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Meet the cast of Ragtime here and learn all about the starry cast and talented ensemble's bio and credits!

Review: THE GREAT PRIVATION at Woolly Mammoth
by Brian Bochicchio - Oct 6, 2025


What unfolds is engaging, challenging and heartfelt, but ultimately hard to pin down. Robinson’s Harlem roots and experience are brought to light to illuminate the black experience in a generationally time-bending way. “A Raisin in the Sun” it is not.

Black British Theatre Awards Reveals 2025 Nominees Shortlist
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2025


The shortlist has been announced for the 2025 Black British Theatre Awards. The ceremony will take place next month at London's Piccadilly Theatre. Check out the full list here!

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by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025


A winner of both the Pulitzer Prize and a Tony Award will soon take center stage at the Farmington Players Barn in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Learn more about the show here!

Review: A RAISIN IN THE SUN at Actors Theatre Of Little Rock
by Theresa Bertram - Sep 16, 2025


If you are looking for an emotionally charged drama that will have you amongst the Younger family’s hopes and heartaches as if you were sitting in their very living room, A Raisin in the Sun is that play.

People’s Light Welcomes Eight New Company Artists For 2025"26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2025


People’s Light, Chester County’s destination for world-class theatre and live arts, has welcomed eight new members into its Company of Artists: Janis Dardaris, Madeleine Garcia, Todd Lawson, Anna Faye Lieberman, Jess McPhillips, Shauna Miles, Gabe Moses, and Jacob Orr.

PRINCE F****T to Extend at Studio Seaview for Two Weeks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2025


A two-week extension will be presented for Jordan Tannahill’s Prince Faggot, now running in Seaview’s new Off-Broadway home. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

THE DROWSY CHAPERONE And More Announced for Midland Center For The Arts 2025"26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025


Midland Center for the Arts has unveiled a 2025–26 season filled with timeless stories and bold voices, featuring theatrical productions from Center Stage Theatre, performances from the Choirs at the Center, and youth productions showcasing local student talent. Single tickets for all events will go on sale Friday, September 12 at 10 a.m.

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