Smart Off-Broadway

Smart 2023

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

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Ensemble Studio Theatre
549 West 52nd Street, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10019

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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Ice Spice returns With 'Gimmie A Light' Ahead of Forthcoming Debut Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 10, 2024


GRAMMY® Award-nominated global superstar Ice Spice returns with “Gimmie A Light” — the first official single from her forthcoming debut album Y2K. Set for release via 10K Projects/Capitol Records, the massively anticipated Y2K is due out later this year. Listen to the single here!

Karen Jonas Releases Carter-Inspired Single 'Rich Man's Valley' Ahead of Seventh Album
by Josh Sharpe - May 10, 2024


Having cemented herself as a fearless artist and colorful storyteller, Virginia-based Karen Jonas is readying the release of her seventh album, The Rise and Fall of American Kitsch (August 9). The first single, 'Rich Man's Valley,' out now, offers an optimistic telling of the Carter family's journey from their humble beginnings in Poor Valley, Virginia, to the most revered echelons of country music history. Listen to the new single!

Holland Taylor and Ana Villafañe Will Lead Political Play, N/A
by Nicole Rosky - May 10, 2024


Emmy Award-winner & Tony and Drama Desk Award-nominee Holland Taylor and Drama League and Outer Critics Circle Nominee, and Theatre World Award-winner Ana Villafañe will star as “N” and “A”, respectively in the world premiere of the new play N/A by Mario Correa. We have all of the details!

A STRANGE LOOP, KIM'S CONVENIENCE & More Set for Soulpepper Theatre 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024


​Soulpepper Theatre has unveiled its 2024-25 season featuring 8 shows. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Marin Theatre Announces Two U.S. Premieres And More For 2024/25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2024


Marin Theatre reveals its 24/25 season featuring two U.S. premieres and more.

Video: John Moreland Drops Powerful Video for Folk-Rock Track 'Gentle Violence'
by Josh Sharpe - May 7, 2024


Esteemed singer-songwriter John Moreland has released a powerful video for folk-rock track “Gentle Violence.” Directed by Rahul Chakraborty, the video stars actors Jonah Lewis and Drew Pollock, who powerfully portray a family battling addiction and substance abuse. Watch the video here!

Crow's Theatre Reveals 2024-25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2024


Crow's Theatre has announced its 41st season, the largest and most ambitious season in the company's history. Learn more about the season here!

MEDICINE Makes Canadian Premiere at Pi Theatre in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024


 Pi Theatre will close its 2023-2024 season with the Canadian premiere of Medicine from Friday, June 14 to Sunday, June 23, 2024 at the Vancity Culture Lab (1895 Venables Street).

2024 Drama Desk Awards Nominations- The Full List!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 29, 2024


Nominations for the 2024 Drama Desk Awards have just been announced by Kathleen Turner. Check out the full list of nominees here!

Marilyn Maye, Lorna Luft, Melissa Errico and More Take the Stage Next Month at 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2024


Get the latest scoop on the upcoming performances at 54 Below. From Broadway veterans to rising stars, experience the magic of live entertainment this coming month.

Review Roundup: STEREOPHONIC Opens On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2024


The new rock n' roll-centric play Stereophonic brings the drama of the recording studio to life at Broadway’s Golden Theatre, opening tonight! See what the critics had to say!

COMPANY is Coming to BroadwaySF's Orpheum Theatre This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2024


The Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim’s and George Furth’s COMPANY will perform a limited engagement at BroadwaySF’s Orpheum Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets!

SEVEN METHODS OF KILLING KYLIE JENNER Makes Canadian Premiere Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2024


 Following the celebrated Canadian Premiere of THREE SISTERS, co-produced with Soulpepper Theatre, Obsidian Theatre concludes their 23.24 season with another Canadian premiere in May: seven methods of killing kylie jenner, by the internationally acclaimed and award-winning British playwright and actorJasmine Lee-Jones.  

Cast Announced For Pulitzer Prize-Winning FAT HAM At The Old Globe
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2024


Discover the latest cast and creative team updates for the much-anticipated production of FAT HAM at the GLOBE. Stay tuned for more updates from the world of Broadway.

The Kruger Brothers Perform at the Vergennes Opera House in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2024


The Kruger Brothers will be making its Addison County debut on Friday, May 3, 7:30pm at the historic Vergennes Opera House. This concert will close out the theater’s 2023-2024 season.

Kevin Hart Brings ACTING MY AGE Tour To Mohegan Sun Arena In July 19
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2024


Join Kevin Hart at Mohegan Sun Arena for his ACTING MY AGE TOUR on July 19th.

Kevin Hart Comes to the Fabulous Fox Theatre This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024


Emmy and Grammy-nominated comedian and Mark Twain award recipient Kevin Hart has announced his new 2024 Acting My Age stand-up comedy tour is coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre on Saturday, August 3 at 7:30 p.m.

Photos: First Look at Broadway Palm's THE ADDAMS FAMILY
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 13, 2024


Broadway Palm has released production photos for The Addams Family, A New Musical Comedy playing now through May 25, 2024. See them here!

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.

Lauren Samuels, Austen Danielle Bohmer & More to Join WICKED Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2024


The national tour of Wicked is welcoming new cast members. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Interview: Theatre Life with the Creative Team of PENELOPE
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 5, 2024


Today’s subjects Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz are currently living their theatre lives as the creative team for the DC premeire of Signature Theatre’s latest piece of musical greatness Penelope. The Greek myth inspired solo performer musical runs through April 28th in Signature’s ARK space.

Cast Set For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING at Shakespeare's Globe
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024


Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast of Much Ado About Nothing, directed by Associate Artistic Director Sean Holmes (The Comedy of Errors, Globe), with Ekow Quartey and Amalia Vitale as Benedick and Beatrice.

J. Smith-Cameron & Joe Morton Join MasterVoices' THE GRAPES OF WRATH At Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024


Join actors J. Smith-Cameron and Joe Morton as they narrate MasterVoices' performance of THE GRAPES OF WRATH at Carnegie Hall on April 17. Don't miss this unique theatrical experience.

Stephen Sondheim's COMPANY Plays Keller Auditorium In July 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024


Tickets for the much-anticipated musical comedy, COMPANY, go on sale in Portland and we've got the scoop on how to see the July production and how to get tickets.

J. Smith-Cameron & Joe Morton to Narrate MasterVoices' THE GRAPES OF WRATH
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2024


Emmy-nominee (Succession) J. Smith-Cameron and Emmy Award-winner (Scandal) Joe Morton will co-narrateMasterVoices’ revised concert version of The Grapes of Wrath. Learn how to purchase tickets.

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