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The Island

Opened: 2020

The Island Off-Broadway Tickets, News, Info & More

Classic Stage Company
136 East 13th Street, New York City, NY 10003
The Island is set in the jail where Nelson Mandela spent the majority of his 27-year political imprisonment on Robben Island, off the coast of Cape Town. The play tells the story of two cellmates rehearsing Sophocles' Antigone for a prison concert. As their lives unnervingly echo the world of this Greek tragedy, the men find solace and strength in their burgeoning friendship.

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Photos: Philharmonia Orchestra to Present Beethoven Cycle at Southbank Centre
by Rachel Stone - Oct 16, 2026


The Philharmonia Orchestra will present all nine Beethoven symphonies paired with contemporary works across nine concerts led by conductors including Santtu-Matias Rouvali, Esa-Pekka Salonen, and Marin Alsop at London's Southbank Centre.

Will Liverman Signs Publishing Deal with Just a Theory Press
by Rachel Stone - Oct 15, 2026


GRAMMY Award-winning baritone and composer Will Liverman announced a publishing partnership with Just a Theory Press, releasing three works including song cycles and arrangements of spirituals.

Irish Arts Center Raises $40M for 51st Street Building Redevelopment
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 13, 2026


Irish Arts Center has raised more than $40 million to redevelop its 51st Street building as part of a $100 million transformation. Executive Director Aidan Connolly will step down in July 2027 after a twenty-year tenure.

Meet the Cast of WANTED, Now in Previews on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2026


Performances are now underway for Wanted, the epic tale of Mary and Martha: sisters, outlaws, legends. Learn more about the show and meet the cast of Wanted here!

Brenda Liz Henry to Reprise A BOOGIE DOWN BRONX TALE at The Green Room 42 at Hudson Local
by Stephi Wild - Oct 12, 2026


Brenda Liz Henry returns to The Green Room 42 with an encore of her solo cabaret debut, tracing her musical journey through Hip Hop and genres that shaped her Bronx upbringing.

The Assembly's Deceleration Lab to Support Five New Projects
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2026


The Assembly announced five projects selected for its 2026-2027 Deceleration Lab, including works by Catalina Beltrán, Brett Ashley Robinson, and ensembles CAN TUNA and Friend of Friend.

MEN WITHOUT HATS to Bring YOU CAN DANCE IF YOU WANT TOUR to North America
by Rachel Stone - Oct 6, 2026


MEN WITHOUT HATS announced a North American tour in support of their new album ON THE MOON, with dates across the U.S., Canada, and Australia.

THE STROKES Perform Sold-Out New York City Show at Flushing Meadows
by Rachel Stone - Oct 5, 2026


THE STROKES headlined a sold-out show at Flushing Meadows Corona Park with appearances from Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. BEACH HOUSE, TV ON THE RADIO and FCUKERS also performed.

MUSIC IS INVISIBLE Completes Jon Hassell's PENTIMENTO TRILOGY
by Rachel Stone - Oct 2, 2026


The third volume in Jon Hassell's PENTIMENTO TRILOGY is released, featuring recordings from his final live performance with Rick Cox and John von Seggern, edited and mixed by Jeff Rona.

Interview: Michelle Jennings Seizes the Day as Valentina in BOOP! THE MUSICAL at Proctors
by Jared West - Oct 1, 2026


Prior to their stop here at Proctors in Schenectady, I had the opportunity to connect with Michelle Jennings, who plays Valentina in the national tour of BOOP! THE MUSICAL. Based on the Fleischer Studios icon, the show follows Betty Boop's colorful leap from her black-and-white cartoon world into present-day New York, with Jennings' Valentina, an astrophysicist reuniting with Betty's grandfather Grampy after decades apart, anchoring one of the story's most grown-up love stories. In our conversation, we talked about trading opera's young ingenues for musical theater's women with some life behind them, as well as what she'd tell Valentina about taking chances.

Ken Davenport Promotes Morgan Cavendish to COO, Adds Three Staff Members
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2026


Ken Davenport's production company announced the promotion of Morgan Cavendish to chief operating officer and three new hires as the company develops upcoming musicals including THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION and SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE THE MUSICAL.

Circle Theater Festival to Return for Third Annual Run at AMT Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2026


RJ Theatre Company and TAL Media announced the third annual CIRCLE THEATER FESTIVAL, a three-week limited engagement featuring raw, independent storytelling at an Off-Broadway venue.

PBS Programming Highlights AGES OF ICE Finale and Stone Age Content
by Rachel Stone - Sep 30, 2026


PBS announced upcoming programming including the finale of AGES OF ICE and stone age-themed content available for streaming.

BOOP!, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, and BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB Tickets on Sale at Playhouse Square
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2026


Playhouse Square released individual tickets for three touring Broadway productions in the 2026-27 KeyBank Broadway Series. BOOP! The Musical, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING, and BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB will perform at the Connor Palace.

Photos: Sundance Institute Awards $1 Million to 19 Documentary Projects
by Rachel Stone - Sep 29, 2026


Sundance Institute announced 19 nonfiction projects selected to receive over $1 million in grants through its Documentary Fund. Projects span all production stages as the program approaches its 25th anniversary.

Pluto TV will present horror collection with SCREAM, SMILE, A QUIET PLACE PART II
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026


Pluto TV's Halloween Hits collection streams free horror films throughout the month, including 30 titles spanning major franchises, Stephen King adaptations, found-footage films, and box-office hits.

Photos: Nikki Glaser and David Spade to Return to Las Vegas Residency
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026


Nikki Glaser and David Spade announced upcoming dates for their Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, with presales and public ticket sales beginning this fall.

MAMMA MIA! and HADESTOWN Tours To Return To Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2026


Broadway In Chicago announced two fan-favorite musicals will return to the Auditorium Theatre. MAMMA MIA! and HADESTOWN will play limited engagements, with group tickets now available and individual tickets coming later.

Photos: International Film Festival Glasgow Reveals 2026 Programme
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026


International Film Festival Glasgow announced its 13th edition programme, featuring opening and closing Scottish premieres alongside films starring Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo and Julianne Moore.

TAE & THE NEIGHBORLY to Perform at WYO
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026


TAE & The Neighborly will perform at the WYO, bringing a blend of musical styles to the venue's stage.

Pioneers Go East Collective Names 2026-28 NEXT! Mentorship Cohort
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2026


Pioneers Go East Collective announced six artists selected for the second cycle of its NEXT! Mentorship Program, which offers tailored support including monthly meetings, workshops, and presentations over 20 months.

IMAGINOS IV: RHYME OF THE STAR CLOCK Release Concert to Feature Albert Bouchard
by Rachel Stone - Sep 22, 2026


Albert Bouchard's Imaginos Band will perform at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, celebrating the album release and previewing an AI-created film based on the Imaginos saga.

Amir ElSaffar to Release ASHWAAQ Album on Maqām Records
by Rachel Stone - Sep 22, 2026


Composer Amir ElSaffar announced his ninth studio album ASHWAAQ, featuring Syrian vocalist Khaled AlHafez and a string quartet performing original compositions paired with 13th-century Sufi poetry.

Richard Blackwood, Solomon Davy, and Leonie Wall S Join TREASURE ISLAND at Wolverhampton Grand
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2026


Richard Blackwood, Solomon Davy, and Leonie Wall will star in TREASURE ISLAND, the Wolverhampton Grand Theatre's pantomime. The production marks returns for Davy and Wall, who appeared in last year's award-winning Sleeping Beauty and Snow White respectively.

BREAKING THE BINARY THEATRE FESTIVAL to Present New Works by TNB2S+ Artists
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2026


The fifth annual BREAKING THE BINARY THEATRE FESTIVAL will present staged readings and new plays by transgender, non-binary, and Two-Spirit+ theatre artists at MCC Theater in New York.

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