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Smart 2023

Opened: April 6, 2023
Closing: April 30, 2023

Smart - 2023 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Ensemble Studio Theatre
549 West 52nd Street, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10019
Run Type Limited Run
Market Off-Broadway
Previews March 30, 2023
Elaine's cantankerous, ailing mother, Ruth, won't let aides in the house to help her, making it impossible for Elaine to go to work. In desperation, Elaine buys a "Jenny," a smart device which doubles as a babysitter/companion for her mom - while allowing Elaine to check on Ruth from anywhere. Jenny quickly feels like another member of the family, playing games with Ruth and talking Elaine through her insomnia. But what if Jenny isn't the only one listening? A play about how and why we let technology into our homes, and the unexpected changes that tech can bring.

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Ian Sweet Releases “987” Video, Sets Oct. 13 NYC Tour Kickoff
by Rachel Stone - Sep 1, 2026


IAN SWEET, the project of Jilian Medford, has released an official video for “987” from new album SHIVERSTRUCK and will launch a North American tour October 13 in New York City, with stops in Brooklyn, Chicago, Toronto, Seattle and San Francisco.

Exclusive: New Cast and Dates Announced for THE WIZ National Tour
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 27, 2026


Crossroads Live North America, producer of the National Tour of THE WIZ, has just announced an all-new cast who will ease on down the road. THE WIZ continues to charm audiences in cities across the country, bringing the seven-time Tony Award-winning musical and the exhilarating live theatrical experience from coast to coast.

WILD KINGDOM PROTECTING THE WILD to Return for Fourth Season on NBC
by Rachel Stone - Aug 25, 2026


Mutual of Omaha's WILD KINGDOM PROTECTING THE WILD will begin its fourth season on NBC, following co-hosts Peter Gros and Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant on wildlife conservation journeys across Costa Rica, Alaska, Australia and beyond.

Cast Set For SOME LIKE IT HOT at Olney Theatre Center
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026


Olney Theatre Center will present the regional premiere of SOME LIKE IT HOT from September 18 through November 8, 2026, starring Jacob Tischler, Tavis Kordell, Edward Juvier and Montria Walker.

Autumn Cast and Further Dates Set For BLOOD BROTHERS Tour
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2026


Blood Brothers has announced cast for the upcoming Autumn tour. It also announces further dates for the 2027 Spring tour. Learn more about the production here.

Vergennes Opera House to Present First Fully Accessible Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 24, 2026


The Vergennes Opera House will present its 2026-2027 season, marking the first time the historic Vermont theater is fully accessible following completion of its All Access Project.

ARREST THE MIDWIFE to Premiere on POV Ahead of PBS Broadcast
by Rachel Stone - Aug 20, 2026


Directed by Elaine Epstein, the documentary follows the arrest of a midwife serving Amish and Mennonite families in rural New York and the women who organized in response.

HOLY CHICKEN SANDWICH to Open at Horizon Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 18, 2026


Kira Rockwell's new comedy follows 100 fans camping overnight outside a fictional fried chicken chain's grand opening, as loyalties fracture and chaos unfolds. Lisa Adler directs at Horizon Theatre Company.

Nate Bargatze's BIG DUMB EYES Tour Earns Official Guinness World Records Title
by Rachel Stone - Aug 17, 2026


GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS recognized Nate Bargatze onstage in Toronto for selling more tickets than any stand-up comedy tour in history, a milestone reached during his BIG DUMB EYES World Tour.

SHARK WEEK Delivers Discovery Channel's Best Ratings in Seven Years
by Rachel Stone - Aug 10, 2026


Discovery Channel ranked as the top primetime cable network among key demographics as SHARK WEEK posted its strongest ratings performance in seven years, network officials reported.

THE BED TRICK to Have California Premiere at Chance Theater
by Stephi Wild - Aug 6, 2026


Chance Theater will present the California premiere of THE BED TRICK by Keiko Green, a comic riff on Shakespeare's All's Well That Ends Well, directed by H. Adam Harris.

IN PURSUIT: LESSONS OF AMERICAN LEADERSHIP to Premiere on PBS
by Joshua Wright - Aug 3, 2026


PBS will premiere a new documentary special from Retro Report featuring Chief Justice John Roberts, Ken Burns, and Lonnie Bunch reflecting on lessons from American presidents and first ladies.

Review Roundup: Cat Cohen's BROAD STROKES Opens Off-Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 27, 2026


Reviews are in for Broad Strokes, Cat Cohen's autobiographical one-woman musical comedy about mortality, recovery, and self-discovery. The limited Off-Broadway engagement continues through September 5.

MYRON BOLITAR Cast Expands With Melissa Benoist, Bebe Neuwirth & More
by Joshua Wright - Jul 23, 2026


Netflix announced additional cast members for the upcoming drama series MYRON BOLITAR, including Melissa Benoist, Bebe Neuwirth, Griffin Dunne, and Isaiah Hill, joining previously announced leads Colin Woodell and KJ Apa.

First-look: THE MORNING SHOW Announces Final Season
by Joshua Wright - Jul 23, 2026


Apple TV+ announced that 'The Morning Show,' the Emmy, SAG Award, and Critics Choice Award-winning series starring and executive produced by Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston, will return for its fifth and final season in 2027. The series was among the flagship original titles that launched Apple TV+'s streaming service in 2019. From television studio Media Res, and produced by Echo Films and Hello Sunshine, 'The Morning Show' is showrun and executive produced by Charlotte Stoudt, executive produced by Mimi Leder, who also directs, and executive produced by Michael Ellenberg for Media Res, Lauren Neustadter for Hello Sunshine, and Kristin Hahn for Echo Films.

KATY PERRY: THE LIFETIMES TOUR - LIVE FROM PARIS to Hit Cinemas in 70 Countries
by Joshua Wright - Jul 23, 2026


Following its Tribeca Festival debut, Katy Perry: The Lifetimes TOUR - LIVE FROM PARIS will screen in cinemas across 70 countries, with an exclusive IMAX premiere in the US, via Trafalgar Releasing.

JERSEY BOYS Original Broadway Cast: Where Are They Now?
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 22, 2026


BroadwayWorld is looking back at what the original Broadway cast of Jersey Boys has been up to since the show first opened on Broadway, ahead of its 20th anniversary tour!

2026 Emmy Award Nominations: Carrie Coon, Sarah Pidgeon, Ayo Edebiri & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 8, 2026


Liza Colón-Zayas and Jeff Hiller revealed the 78th Primetime Emmy Award nominations on Wednesday morning. Nominees include Broadway's Carrie Coon, Sarah Pidgeon, Ayo Edeberi, Sarah Snook, Laurie Metcalf, and more. Check out the full list!

MEAN GIRLS to Make Chicago-Area Premiere at Paramount Theatre in Aurora
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2026


Aurora's Paramount Theatre will open its 15th Broadway Series with the Chicago-area premiere of MEAN GIRLS, the Tony-nominated musical based on Tina Fey's film, directed by Devon Hayakawa in their Paramount solo directing debut.

Interview: Matthew Rosenstein on MAKE ME FRENCH at the Beechman
by Kat Mokrynski - Jun 24, 2026


After a sold-out performance last year, Matthew Rosenstein brings Make Me French back to the Beechman for Bastille Day, 7/14. The show follows Rosenstein, “a bagel who dreamed of being a croissant,” on his journey to become as French as possible, including moving to Paris, through stories and song! Recently, we had the chance to speak with Rosenstein about bringing the show back to the Laurie Beechman Theatre. We discussed the creative process for a cabaret show like Make Me French, what audiences can expect from the show, and even some of the cultural differences he’s noticed between the French and Americans!

HOT MESS Musical to Host Post-Show Climate and Culture Events Curated by Pollinate
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2026


Producers of HOT MESS at The Other Palace announced a series of post-show panel events and a workshop curated by Pollinate, exploring musical theatre, climate, and cultural change for ticket holders.

Pete Davidson to Headline ESL Rochester Fringe Festival Comedy Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2026


Pete Davidson has been named the 2026 ESL Rochester Fringe Festival Comedy Headliner, performing at Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre in Rochester, NY in September.

Phoebe Potts' TOO FAT FOR CHINA to Make New Jersey Debut at The Theater Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2026


Phoebe Potts' award-winning one-woman show Too Fat For China, about navigating the international adoption circuit, will have its premier New Jersey performances at The Theater Project's DMK Theatre in Union.

Phoebe Bridgers to Play International 'Lost Tour' in 2026
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 5, 2026


Following a sold-out acoustic show at New York City’s Madison Square Garden on Thursday night, Phoebe Bridgers has revealed details of The Lost Tour for 2026.

Reimagined THE FANTASTICKS and GLORIA Will Make Broadway Premieres as Part of Second Stage's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026


Second Stage Theater has announced five productions for its upcoming 48th Season, including the Broadway premieres of The Fantasticks and Gloria. Learn more about the full season here!


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