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Exclusive: Ben Levi Ross Performs Bobby Darin Song in ELSBETH Season 3 Finale
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2026


In an exclusive sneak peek clip from the season three finale of Elsbeth, Tony nominee Ben Levi Ross shows off his vocal chops with a performance of the jazz standard, 'That's All,' made famous by Bobby Darin. Get a first look at Ross's rendition now.

Review: LOVE MAKES THE WORLD GO 'ROUND Was Packed with Fine Songs at AMT Theater
by Rob Lester - May 18, 2026


A cabaret night celebrating the music of Bob Merrill in conjunction with J2 Spotlight Musical Theater Co.'s production of CARNIVAL. THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD is currently playing through May 24.

Grammy-Winning Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra To Release New Album: Prokofiev Re-Imagined
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026


The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra announced a new album, Prokofiev Re-Imagined, featuring new orchestrations of two Prokofiev sonatas reimagined for chamber orchestra by pianist-composer Stephen Prutsman.

Review: THE CAROLE KING AND JAMES TAYLOR STORY at BroadStage
by Shari Barrett - May 8, 2026


While harmonizing to perfection, Katis rules the piano with the sensitivity necessary to realistically perform King’s songs of self-awareness and the longing to find your place in the world, while Clews’ finger-picking expertise on guitar adds a real sense of introspective musical magic to Taylor’s.

New York African Film Festival Unveils 2026 Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 31, 2026


The lineup has been announced for the 33rd edition of the New York African Film Festival (NYAFF), spotlighting 14 contemporary and classic feature films and 25 short films.

The Kingston Trio Will Perform in Concert at The Park Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2026


The Kingston Trio are folk music legends and they continue their tradition of bringing distinctive music to audiences worldwide by coming to the Monadnock region in April.

CYRANO DE BERGERAC, 9 TO 5, and More Set For the Grand Theatre's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2026


The Grand Theatre has announced its upcoming 2026/27 Season “All in Grand Time” – including four plays, two musicals, five symphonic rock concerts, and a new live comedy series. Learn more here!

9 TO 5, CYRANO DE BERGERAC, and More Set For the Grand Theatre's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 10, 2026


The Grand Theatre has announced its upcoming 2026/27 Season “All in Grand Time” – including four plays, two musicals, five symphonic rock concerts, and a new live comedy series.

Weathervane Theatre Reveals 61st Season Lineup Featuring RENT, TICK, TICK... BOOM, and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026


The Weathervane Theatre, a professional, award-winning Equity theatre in Whitefield, NH, will celebrate its 61st season and will present ten productions on its Mainstage, including Rent, Tick, Tick... BOOM! and more.

Richard Maltby Jr. Reflects on Completing His Trilogy With ABOUT TIME Off-Broadway Premiere
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 8, 2026


Tony Award winner Richard Maltby, Jr. discusses with Jennifer Ashley Tepper About Time, his new revue written with collaborator David Shire which, alongside Starting Here, Starting Now and Closer Than Ever, completes the writing team’s trilogy. They also chat about friendship with Stephen Sondheim, how Off-Broadway has evolved since the 1960s, the role Yale University has played, and more.

Miller Theatre At Columbia University Unveils Spring Pop-Up Concerts
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026


Miller Theatre at Columbia University has announced its spring Pop-Up Concerts series, featuring free onstage performances by Alexis Gerlach, Eleonore Oppenheim, Alice Teyssier, and Imani Winds.

SPITFIRE GIRLS Unveils Full Cast For Second UK Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2026


SPITFIRE GIRLS, a new play by Katherine Senior, directed by Seán Aydon, will open at Winchester Theatre Royal on February 26, 2026. The production has announced its full cast for its second UK tour.

Feature: Malibu Barbie Pop-Up Brings Pink Power To Las Vegas At Area15
by Debbie Hall - Dec 18, 2025


Fans can enjoy a full-scale, pink-splashed immersive experience at AREA15, along with a deep dive into fashion history, to celebrate Barbie’s enduring cultural influence. The world’s most iconic doll is once again proving her staying power—more than six decades after her debut.

Dance Camera West Reveals January 2026 Festival Dates and Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025


Dance Camera West’s 26th season of the world-renowned Los Angeles–based Dance Camera West Festival has been revealed.

COME FROM AWAY and More Set for Ivoryton Playhouse 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2025


In 2026, Ivoryton Playhouse will present a very special season, an American celebration to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

The Second City Partners With Funny Girls To Expand Leadership Training For Young Students
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025


Funny Girls, the social-emotional leadership program for girls in grades 3–8, is partnering with The Second City to expand its improv-based curriculum nationwide.

Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at The James M. Nederlander Theatre
by Tina St. Angelo - Oct 25, 2025


What did our critic think of THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Nederlander?

BIG FISH and More Set for Theatre Tuscaloosa 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2025


Theatre Tuscaloosa's 2025-26 season, Finding Home, will feature three plays and two musicals in the Bean-Brown Theatre with a special season add-on celebration event. Learn more here!

BWW Q&A: Jonathan Norton on Crafting the 2025/2026 Season at Dallas Theater Center
by Joshua Wright - Jun 10, 2025


Interim Artistic Director Jonathan Norton discusses Dallas Theater Center’s 2025–26 season, including his world premiere play Malcolm X & Redd Foxx Washing Dishes, and how the lineup reflects the city’s diversity and artistic future.

Previews: LADY DAY AT EMERSON BAR AND GRILL at Stageworks Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - Jun 2, 2025


Desiree Montes returns to Stageworks Theatre in *Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill*, channeling the spirit and sound of Billie Holiday in a powerful, intimate performance set during one of the icon’s final concerts. With deep emotional resonance and a voice shaped by years of connection to Holiday’s music, Montes brings new layers to the legendary singer’s story—blending art, history, and activism in a tribute that’s both haunting and deeply human.

Review: THE LION KING Reigns Supreme at Dr. Phillips Center For The Performing Arts
by Albert Gutierrez - Apr 25, 2025


Life's greatest tragedy is the passage of time. It is a lesson we all must learn eventually. Within the proverbial circle of life, there is only a beginning and an end that occurs in the immediacy of our own lifetime. Yet, the cyclical nature of birth, death, and rebirth ensures that our spirit will carry on in legacy rather than in flesh. If we are loved, then we are remembered. And if we are remembered, then we live forever. Disney’s The Lion King transposes this message from screen to stage through an international collaboration of talent that supercedes the strength of the 1994 animated film from which it came.

Opera In The Pines To Present THE BARBER OF THE CAPE
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2025


Opera in the Pines will present The Barber of the Cape, an immersive, world-premiere adaptation of the beloved opera, The Barber of Seville. This production is a true celebration of Maine's people, key industries-lobstering, seafood, and tourism-and the distinctive culture that makes the state so special.

Meet the Cast of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW, Now on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2025


Performances are now underway for the Broadway production of Stranger Things: The First Shadow. The production began performances Friday, March 28, 2025 and officially opened Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at Broadway’s Marquis Theatre. Meet the cast!

THE RUINS World Premiere and More Set for Guthrie Theater 2025–2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2025


The Guthrie Theater has revealed nine productions as part of its 2025–2026 mainstage season, plus a world premiere. Learn more about the season and see full programming here!

The Second City to Honor 65 Year Anniversary With $19.59 Tickets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025


The Second City is hosting a yearlong celebration with specially priced $19.59 tickets to select shows in Chicago, Toronto, and New York. This offer pays tribute to its founding year while inviting audiences—old and new—to join in the laughter. Learn more!

The Connection History

Other Productions of The Connection

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The Connection - 1959 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
The Connection — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1960 Drama Desk Awards Best Author Jack Gelber
1960 Obie Awards Best Actor Warren Finnerty
1960 Obie Awards Best All-Around Production Julian Beck
1960 Obie Awards Best All-Around Production Judith Malina
1960 Obie Awards Best New Play Jack Gelber

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