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The Birthday Party

Closing: March 14, 1971

The Birthday Party - 1971 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Mitzi E. Newhouse Theatre
150 West 65th St. at Broadway New York, NY 10023


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REVIEW: “Odd is a Gift from God” in CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Caryl Kristine Guillermo - May 25, 2026


The musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory that has just landed at the Sands Theatre leans into celebrating a world of vivid invention. It keeps the heart of the beloved material and commits even further into its absurdity. It guarantees a night at the theatre that will leave you going “what…was…that.' A night you won't soon forget. 

Tony Torn to Star in Michael McClure's SPIDER RABBIT at La MaMa
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 24, 2026


La MaMa will present a rare revival of Spider Rabbit by beat poet, novelist, and Obie-winning playwright Michael McClure.

Cast Set for 70th Birthday Celebrations at Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2025


The full cast has been announced for the SJT’s 70th Birthday Party, hosted by Laura Doddington in July. Learn more about this upcoming event and how to attend here.

Ailey Extension Commemorates 20th Anniversary With a Suite of Workshops
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2025


This month the program is kicking off its official 20th anniversary celebration with a free dance workshop and community party inviting everyone to get moving with AILEY.

Ailey Extension 20th Anniversary Workshops Celebrate Two Decades Of 'Giving Dance Back To The People'
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2025


Since April 4, 2005, Ailey Extension has opened its doors for people of all ages and experience levels to feel the vibrant energy of its spectacular dance and fitness classes; and this month the program is kicking off its official 20th anniversary celebration with a free dance workshop and community party inviting everyone to get moving with AILEY.

Video: Grace Bowers Drops Live Video of 'Going To California'
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 21, 2024


Grace Bowers, the meteorically fast rising guitarist, songwriter and bandleader recently released a live video of “Going To California” her new single, a reimagination of Led Zeppelin classic “Going To California.' Watch the video here.

Taylor Mac, Janice Amaya & More to Star in Sarah Ruhl's ORLANDO at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2024


Signature Theatre has revealed the cast of Spotlight Resident Sarah Ruhl’s Orlando, adapted from Virginia Woolf’s novel and directed by Will Davis.

Carnegie Hall to Present An Evening With John Williams And Yo-Yo Ma in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2024


Carnegie Hall presents an evening with John Williams and Yo-Yo Ma on February 22. John Williams conducts The Philadelphia Orchestra in this one-night-only benefit concert featuring Yo-Yo Ma.

National Sawdust Reveals Winter/Spring 2024 Season Featuring Multidisciplinary Works & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2023


National Sawdust has revealed its Winter/Spring 2024 season. Learn how to purchase tickets!

See Mark Nadler, Dame Edna, David Cale & More at Pangea in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2023


Get ready for an unforgettable December as Cale, Starlite, Clause, Dame Edna, Garniez, and Nadler bring their incredible talents to the stage. Don't miss out on these mesmerizing performances happening this month.

Undermain Theatre Presents The Regional Premiere Of NO MAN'S LAND By Harold Pinter
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2023


Undermain Theatre Presents The Regional Premiere Of NO MAN'S LAND By Harold Pinter. Don't miss this captivating production running from November 9 to December 3, 2023.

Review Roundup: COMPANY Kicks Off National Tour
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2023


The Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim's and George Furth's Company, winner of five 2022 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival, launched its North American Tour this month at Proctors Theatre in Schenectady, NY. Read the reviews for Company here!

The Prine Family Reveals Schedule for 2023 'You Got Gold: Celebrating the Songs of John Prine'
by Michael Major - Aug 24, 2023


In addition to previously announced shows at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s CMA Theater (October 8), The Basement East (October 9) and the historic Ryman Auditorium (October 10, Prine’s birthday), the four-day gathering will also include several special events such as official pop-ups, film screenings, song circles and more.

Mark Ulrich Joins the Cast of Steppenwolf's NO MAN'S LAND - Playing Through Late August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 17, 2023


Get ready to be mesmerized by Mark Ulrich's captivating performance in Steppenwolf's NO MAN'S LAND. Discover the new talent that brings fresh energy to this acclaimed production. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic - limited time engagement!

Austin Pendleton, Jeff Perry & More to Star in NO MAN'S LAND at Steppenwolf Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2023


Steppenwolf Theatre Company will conclude its 47th season with Harold Pinter’s celebrated masterwork No Man’s Land directed by Les Waters. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Austin Pendleton, Jeff Perry, and More to Star in Steppenwolf Theatre's NO MAN'S LAND
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 27, 2023


Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the nation's premier ensemble theater company, will conclude its 47th season with Harold Pinter's celebrated masterwork No Man's Land directed by Les Waters (In the Next Room..(or the vibrator play), Dana H., Middletown), playing July 13 – August 20, 2023 in Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theater.

MOULIN ROUGE!, COMPANY And More Announced For PNC Broadway In Columbus 2023/2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2023


PNC Broadway in Columbus and CAPA have announced the 2023-2024 Season headlined by the spectacular 10-time Tony Award-winning Moulin Rouge! The Musical.

BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL, FUNNY GIRL & More Set for Blumenthal Performing Arts 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2023


Blumenthal Performing Arts announced the lineup for the 2023–2024 season, full of spectacular Broadway hits. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets!

Larry Owens' SONDHEIMIA, Bernadette Peters & More Announced for Pasadena Playhouse's Sondheim Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2022


Pasadena Playhouse Producing Artistic Director Danny Feldman announced the latest news for the theater’s upcoming six-month-long celebration of the works and impact of Stephen Sondheim January 26 through June 11, 2023. 

Theatre At The Tabard Presents THE LAST LAUGH By Richard Harris
by Stephi Wild - Oct 19, 2022


Theatre At The Tabard Presents THE LAST LAUGH By Richard Harris, the first in-house production in their relaunch season, following a short closure and return to the Tabard name.

See Eva Noblezada, James Jackson Jr. & John-Andrew Morrison and More at The Green Room 42 This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2022


The Green Room 42 has announced their September line-up for in-person cabaret performances, featuring See Eva Noblezada, James Jackson Jr. & John-Andrew Morrison and more. See the full lineup here!

City Lit Theater Announces 2022-23 Season Featuring Two World Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 22, 2022


City Lit Theater announced its lineup for the 2022-23 season. The season will begin in October with the world premiere of THE MARK OF KANE, by Mark Pracht, and conclude in late spring with the world premiere of Kingsley Day and Philip LaZebnik’s musical AZTEC HUMAN SACRIFICE.

Mabou Mines to Present Three-Day 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF WORK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2022


Mabou Mines will present a 50th Anniversary Celebration of Work, reaching back into the company’s brimming five-decade history of innovative theater as a launchpad into the next 50 years (June 23–25; beginning 5pm June 23; 5pm–11 pm June 24; and 12pm–11pm June 25).

The Django to Welcome Today's Premier Swing Band, 15+ Vocalists, and Hot Latin Tuesday Nights This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2022


THE DJANGO will bring another month of stellar jazz by some of the field’s heroes alongside young, emerging artists.

Tony Award Winner Paul Sand To Workshop THE PILOT WHO CRASHED THE PARTY At The Odyssey Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2022


Paul Sand Projects has announced that it will present a workshop production of THE PILOT WHO CRASHED THE PARTY: A Dangerous Satire in Two Acts, a new play written and directed by Tony and two-time Drama Desk Award winner Paul Sand.

The Birthday Party History

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1987   Off-Broadway
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1989   Off-Broadway
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