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Master Class

Closing: June 29, 1997

Master Class - 1995 Broadway History , Info & More

John Golden Theatre (Broadway)
252 West 45th St. New York, NY

Terrence McNally's play about Maria Callas takes audiences to one of her famous master classes, where, late in her own career, she dares the next generation to make the same sacrifices and rise to the same heights that made her the most celebrated, the most reviled and the most controversial singer of her time.


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Crow's Theatre Reveals 2026-27 Season - A FINE BALANCE, MACBETH and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2026


Crow's Theatre has revealed its 2026-27 season—the organization's 43rd season of programming—celebrating the 10-year anniversary of their permanent east-end home at Dundas and Carlaw.

Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and More to Perform at 54 Below for Women's History Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026


Next month, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond for Women's History Month, including Linda Eder, Kate Baldwin, Jenn Colella and more. 

Review: AFTER MISS JULIE, Park Theatre
by Gary Naylor - Feb 14, 2026


War is over. The Labour Party has won a historic majority and will form a government anchored by socialist principles (fancy that), the NHS about to be born - and financed. The world was turning upside down and, so too, was the humble kitchen of the not so humble manor house of a peer who took the new government’s whip. New was sliding past old, but the friction so caused sent sparks flying - one was always going to ignite.

AMAZE to Open Off-Broadway at New World Stages Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2025


Magic show Amaze will celebrate its opening night at New World Stages tonight. Amaze is a story-driven magic show that puts the wonder directly into the hands of the audience and makes them feel part of the magic. Learn more!

Review: 24 HOUR PLAYS: LITTLE ROCK at CALS Ron Robinson Theater
by Theresa Bertram - Aug 6, 2025


Homecoming.  That’s what this past Monday night at CALS Ron Robinson felt like for me.  A delightful homecoming where you literally love and adore all your kinfolks.  When Theresa invited me to review 24 HOUR PLAYS: LITTLE ROCK, I gladly accepted.  Heck!  I already had my ticket to attend.

La MaMa Archivist and Experimental Theatre Pioneer Ozzie Rodriguez Has Passed Away at 81
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 29, 2025


Ozzie Rodriguez, a beloved figure in the experimental theater community and longtime Director of La MaMa’s Archives, has died at age 81. A playwright, actor, director, visual artist, and master archivist, Rodriguez passed away in New York City on Thursday, July 24, 2025.

Who Will Win at the 2025 Tony Awards?
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 2, 2025


Which Best Musical and Best Play nominees will take home the ultimate prize? BroadwayWorld has rounded up the winners of the Tony Awards, the Drama Desk Awards, the Drama League Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Awards for the last fifty years to compare winners year by year.

Jeff Chelesvig, Jeff Loeb and More Receive 2025 League Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2025


The annual League Awards were held today during The Broadway League’s 2025 Spring Road Conference as esteemed members and partners were honored for their outstanding achievements in support of Touring Broadway.

Counting Up the Tony Awards Already Won by the 2025 Nominees
by Nicole Rosky - May 24, 2025


We took a look at which 2025 Tony nominees have won at least a Tony or two (or eight!) - amongst them, they've gathered a total 77 awards. Check out who'll be looking to add even more hardware to their Tony shelf at this year's ceremony.

Benjamin Verdery & Friends: Some Towns and Cities Comes to 92NY
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2025


The 92nd Street Y, New York will present Benjamin Verdery & Friends: Some Towns and Cities with special guests next week. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Wycliffe Gordon's International All-Stars & Friends Comes to Aaron Davis Hall
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2025


Jazzmobile will continue its celebration of National Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM), and International Jazz Day, UNESCO's global celebration of jazz, with a night of straight ahead jazz and down home swing.

David Chan Appointed Professor Of Violin At Rice University's Shepherd School Of Music
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2025


The Shepherd School of Music at Rice University has appointed David Chan as Professor of Violin, starting full time in the fall of 2025. Learn more about Chan here!

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by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2025


 Irvine Barclay Theatre, one of Orange County’s top performing arts venues, will kick off its 35th season of bringing top-tier artists to Southern California with a community celebration of music and dance.

Broadway Casting Director Alan Filderman Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025


Broadway Casting Director Alan Filderman Has Passed Away at the age of 70 following a battle with cancer.

Karen Ziemba to Star in MASTER CLASS at Riverside Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2025


Riverside Theatre has revealed the first production of the 2024-2025 Waxlax Stage season, Terrence McNally’s Master Class starring Tony Award-winning actress Karen Ziemba. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The Donald M. Ephraim Sun & Stars International Film Festival to Return in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2025


The Donald M. Ephraim Sun & Stars International Film Festival will return for its third season with screenings at the Rinker Playhouse at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. Learn more about the programming!

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by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2025


The Donald M. Ephraim Sun & Stars International Film Festival will return for its third season with screenings at the Rinker Playhouse at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts and EVO Entertainment Delray Marketplace.

New York Women In Film & Television Presents Eight Scholarships To Filmmaking Students In 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 10, 2024


New York Women in Film & Television has announced the presentation of eight scholarships to film, television, and media production students at New York area schools in 2024 as part of the organization's ongoing commitment to nurturing the next generation of women in media.

About Face Theatre To Host Anniversary Benefit To Kick Off 30th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 7, 2024


About Face Theatre has announced plans for a 30th anniversary party and fundraiser on November 7 at Venue West in West Town.

THE 24 HOUR PLAYS ON BROADWAY to Honor Inaugural Class of Nationals Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2024


The 24th Annual The 24 Hour Plays On Broadway will honor the inaugural 2007 class of The 24 Hour Plays: Nationals. Learn more!

Single Tickets for the Lied Center's 2024-2025 Season On Sale Next Week
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 8, 2024


Tickets for BEETLEJUICE, RENT, Itzhak Perlman, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and more go on sale August 13 at the Lied Center. Don't miss these exciting performances and events.

Flamenco Latino to Present Free Flamenco And Hip-Hop Dance Class With Aurora Reyes & Paige Stewart
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2024


Join Flamenco Latino for a free dance class featuring flamenco and hip-hop with Aurora Reyes and Paige Stewart on at Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning. Learn how to attend!

Who Will Win at the 2024 Tony Awards?
by Sidney Paterra - Jun 14, 2024


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Audra McDonald Brings Broadway to PBS
by Team BWW - Jun 10, 2024


Broadway fans in New York and across the country are in luck this spring: They can see six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald featured in Great Performances’ “Broadway’s Best” lineup on New York City's own PBS station, THIRTEEN.

BACK TO THE FUTURE, ENCANTO And More Headline Lied Center 35th Anniversary 2024-2025 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2024


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Master Class History

Other Productions of Master Class

1995   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
2011   Broadway Manhattan Theatre Club Revival
Broadway
2012   West End
West End

Master Class - 1995 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Master Class — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1996 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Actress - Play Zoe Caldwell
1996 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Broadway Play 0
1996 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Debut Performance Karen Kay Cody
1996 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play Audra McDonald
1996 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Zoe Caldwell
1996 Tony Awards Best Play Terrence McNally
1996 Tony Awards Best Play Robert Whitehead
1996 Tony Awards Best Play Lewis Allen
1996 Tony Awards Best Play Spring Sirkin
1995 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Play Zoe Caldwell

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