Social Security

LDOS Media Lab, with Deco Rose Productions will present the New York premiere of Madwomen of the West, a new comedy by Sandra Tsing Loh. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

This intimate documentary chronicles the life and legacy of Stan Brock, a British-born Amazonian cowboy turned U.S. TV star who dedicated his life to bringing free healthcare to people in need - changing hearts, minds, and laws in the process. Offering access to Brock’s life and work, the documentary was directed by Paul Michael Angell.

DG Copyright Management, Inc. has revealed the complete schedule for their week-long programming in honor of National Estate Planning Awareness Week.

GFour Productions, winners of 68 Drama Desk and 54 Tony Awards, today announced the cast of leading ladies for the Wilmington production of the international hit show Menopause The Musical, which will play the Playhouse in Rodney Square for one performance, November 11.

I had the incredible pleasure of talking to Marilu Henner on her upcoming show at the Write-Off Room Music and Memories on September 23, 2023. She completely wowed me with her uncanny detailed memory of her illustrious career. Marilu is only one of twelve people in the world who has hyperthymesia, or in laymen’s terms: total recall memory. Accompanying Marilu on her one-nighter will be musical director Michael Orland on piano.

Join Michael Kirk Lane's Cabaret Conversations at 92NY for an unforgettable night of incredible performances. Discover the dates and artists featured in this star-studded event, and mark your calendars for a must-see experience in the world of cabaret. Don't miss out on this exciting lineup of talent.

With Macbeth opening in September at Shakespeare North Playhouse and its critically acclaimed production of I, Daniel Blake soon to resume its UK tour, ETT (English Touring Theatre) has announced dates for the mixed reality installation Museum of Austerity, a co-production with National Theatr

The 92nd Street Y, New York School of Music announces new guests for their popular interview series, Cabaret Conversations, now in its fourth year.

Experience the riveting performances of Kellie Overbey, Carmen Zilles, and T. Ryder Smith in 'NO GOOD THINGS DWELL IN THE FLESH,' a compelling play by Christina Masciotti. Don't miss this powerful production that will leave you captivated.

Delve into the enthralling world of Christina Masciotti's NO GOOD THINGS DWELL IN THE FLESH, a captivating theatrical premiere at the Gural Theatre. Experience the intrigue, mystery, and drama as you immerse yourself in this haunting production. Don't miss out on this must-see event from September 6 to 23.

GFour Productions has announced the cast of leading ladies for the Madison, Wis., production of the international hit show Menopause The Musical, which will play at Overture Center for three performances

Coming to Possum Hall near you, Possum Point Players and sponsor Janney MCH Wealth Management prepare to release the comedy “Social Security” with an opening on Friday, June 2.

Sarasota Youth Opera (SYO) Summer Camp is an opportunity for young people ages 8-18 to explore the exciting world of opera. 

Walking Path Entertainment, LLC will present two private industry readings (by invitation only) of A Brief Crack of Light, a play written by William Semans and Roy M. Close.

Possum Point Players presents Social Security by Andrew Bergman this summer. Performances run June 2-12, 2023.

IndieSpace, an organization established to disrupt the ongoing displacement of small theaters and to create a new model for equitable funding for the indie theater community, recently distributed Milk and Eggs (Cost of Living) Grants to 81 NYC-based Indie theater artists in need of funds to offset the increases in cost of living.

Possum Point Players present Social Security by Andrew Bergman. Performances run June 2-11.

Elton John, the number one male recording artist of all time, announced the continuation of his partnership with the Alliance for Lifetime Income to help his fans understand the importance of having protected income in retirement.

While the series' recurring cast includes Tom Selleck, Bridget Moynahan, Donnie Wahlberg, and more, guest stars have included Audra McDonald, Kelli O'Hara, Joanna Gleason, Adrienne Warren, Jinkx Monsoon, Norm Lewis, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. Check out a list of Broadway guest stars on Blue Bloods now!

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Long Island Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

In conjunction with the civil rights issues explored in Westport Country Playhouse’s current production, “From the Mississippi Delta,” the Westport chapter of the League of Women Voters (LWV) will have political information available in the Playhouse lobby, now through October 30. 

The Arctic Playhouse in West Warwick kicks off its season with Andrew Bergman's hilarious eighties-era comedy, 'Social Security.' Under the skillful direction of Tony Annicone, 'Social Security' is a farcical story about family, old age and physical attraction that reminds the audience it's never too late to start living.

Equity​, the performing arts and entertainment trade union, is calling on the forthcoming Prime Minister to adopt a 5-point plan to safeguard the future of the creative workforce. This includes abandoning Channel 4 privatisation, delivering sustainable long-term BBC funding, investing in the arts as part of Levelling Up, improving Universal Credit for creatives and protecting performers from unregulated artificial intelligence.

Macbeth begins performances tonight, March 29, 2022, at the Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street) and opens on Thursday, April 28, 2022. Learn more about the cast bringing this show back to the stage!

The 29th Annual Los Angeles Women's Theatre Festival will honor five women for their exceptional career and life achievements in the Opening Night Champagne GALA and Awards Ceremony on March 24, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. in a virtual presentation.

Check out BroadwayWorld's guide to Broadway actors in the fourth season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and how you know them! The series features an impressive amount of Broadway talent, including returning cast members Tony Shalhoub, Stephanie Hsu, and Jane Lynch, and new guest stars like Gideon Glick, Kelly Bishop, and more.

CAGE SHUFFLE MARATHON – a full-length evening of dance and spoken word set to John Cage’s 90, one-minute stories from his 1963 score INDETERMINANCY – will be given its world premiere February 15-19 when Paul Lazar and several guest artists  take the stage at La MaMa’s Downstairs theater.

Caroline Aaron, actor, producer, writer, and Southern Jew will appear at The Braid on January 16.

Forever On My Mind, the new album of previously unreleased Son House recordings from Easy Eye Sound, the independent label operated by Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys, is the premiere release from Waterman’s personal cache of ’60s recordings by some of the titans of Delta blues.

The New York Foundation for the Arts has partnered with the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation to administer a new grant program called Rauschenberg Dancer Emergency Grants.

American Documentary | POV has announced the national broadcast premiere of La Casa de Mama Icha, the debut feature documentary from Colombian director and cinematographer Óscar Molina. Debuting as part of POV's 34th season, the documentary will premiere Monday, October 18, 2021.

There will be a limited number of $25 lottery tickets offered per performance. Learn how to get the lottery tickets, the schedule and more...

The Off Broadway Palm Theatre opens its 2021-2022 Season with the laugh-out-loud Social Security playing September 23 through November 6, 2021.

Gleason will write and direct The Grotto, which follows the recently-widowed Alice, as she begins to see her deceased husband's secret past begin to unfold once she inherits a forgotten nightclub in the Mojave Desert.

The judges have come to a consensus on the prizewinners for The 2021 Kumu Kahua/uhm Theatre Department Playwriting Contest.

Broadway Palm has announced its 29th Season which includes eight main stage productions, four productions in the Off Broadway Palm, three Children’s Theatre productions, and five concerts. Individual tickets are on sale now.

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actress Olympia Dukakis has died at age 89.

Broadway Palm is holding open auditions for adults (18+) for their upcoming productions on Sunday, May 2, 2021 at 1 p.m. Roles are available for both musical theatre actors and comedic actors. All auditions are by appointment only and can be made by emailing Brian Enzman at Brian@BroadwayPalm.com. All appointments must be requested by Friday, April 30, 2021 at 5 p.m. 

A new audio art work commissioned by Studio 3 Arts in Barking and Dagenham and created by sound artist Hannah Kemp-Welch has led to a commitment from the Government that will make a huge positive difference to disabled people applying for personal independent payment (PIP).

Due to the uncertainty surrounding obtaining visas and work permits in Europe, the National Theatre has shelved its plans to bring the tour of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time there. 

The Las Vegas Business Academy has announced the addition of two new executive leaders to serve on the organization’s board. Allyson Bunker, Executive Vice President of Payroll People Inc., and Candace Davis-Martin, Corporate Director of Entertainment of Station Casinos, LLC., are rounding off the academy’s 2021 roster of Las Vegas notables.

Beloved Broadway production supervisor Arthur P. Siccardi has passed away at 89. Arthur P., II was one of the best-loved figures in the American theater, with a distinguished career as a production supervisor that spanned five decades working with the biggest stars, directors and producers on some of the best-known shows in Broadway history.

The 5th Avenue Theatre announced today that it suffered a break-in and theft which it first learned of on August 30, 2020.

Today Keen Company Artistic Director Jonathan Silverstein announced additional guests for Keen After Hours. New this season, Keen After Hours connects audiences with luminaries of the theatre world, every Monday night at 6:30pm on Keen Company's website and Facebook page.

Written by Marcia Weston, A Plane to Somewhere follows two widows who experience loneliness and frustration during their golden years. Sadie Goldberg lives with her daughter and son-in-law, whose bickering family have become dependent on her Social Security checks.  Mary O’Shea lives in the deafening silence of her lonely apartment. The two women meet at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, where they “people watch” to escape to the outside world. As a bonding between the two women develops, pasts and emotions are shared.  Bittersweet memories are brought to the surface, and their friendship is strengthened each time a plane leaves for its next destination.