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Summer and Smoke Revival

Closing: May 20, 2017

Summer and Smoke - 2018 Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Classic Stage Company
136 East 13th Street New York City, NY 10003

In turn-of-the-century Mississippi, the local minister’s daughter walks the line between piety and sensuality with the neighborhood doctor who grew up next door. Jack Cummings III, Artistic Director of the award-winning Transport Group, helms this sultry Southern Gothic masterpiece marking Tennessee Williams’ long-overdue CSC debut.


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UK's First Purpose-Built Sauna Theatre Will Come to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026


Sauna Sessions Arts Club's Sauna Theatre, the UK's largest sauna at 80-person capacity, will present theatre, music, literature, and Aufguss rituals at Summerhall Arts during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

P!NK and Broadway: A Roundup of Musical Theater Connections to the Pop Star
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2026


Music superstar P!NK is officially set to host the 79th Annual Tony Awards this June. Though the musician hasn't appeared on Broadway herself, the world of musical theater has overlapped with her career in several instances. Find out how in our roundup!

Alec Baldwin and Stephanie Zimbalist Will Lead THE FITZGERALDS Reading at Westport Country Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2025


Westport Country Playhouse will present Alec Baldwin and Stephanie Zimbalist in “The Fitzgeralds: A Reading with Music.' Portions of the proceeds from this fundraising event will support the Joanne Woodward Internship Program and educational programming at the Playhouse.

Is Broadway in a Summer Slump?
by Ben Waterhouse - Aug 25, 2025


Three months ago, The Broadway League, the consortium of Broadway investors, producers, and theatre owners, announced that Broadway had broken the single season gross record set in the 2018-2019 season. The five weeks that followed seemed to be a continuation of that trend, with the first five weeks of the 2025-2026 season marking the best start of a season in Broadway history. But things have changed since then. Starting on the week ending July 6, 2025, Broadway grosses have stagnated, and have not returned to the highs of the spring and early summer. 

THE HUNGER GAMES: ON STAGE Finds Full Company
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2025


The full company for the first-ever stage adaptation of Suzanne Collins’s internationally acclaimed book The Hunger Games and Lionsgate’s hit motion picture of the same name has been revealed.

Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs Kick Off Summer Tour, Release New Single
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 6, 2025


Mike Campbell nd his band The Dirty Knobs are kicking off a summer tour across the U.S. and Canada, alongside debuting their new single “Heart of the Heartland.' Check out the tour dates and new single here.

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!

Hollywood Bowl 2025 Summer Season: Cynthia Erivo, Hugh Jackman, and Diana Ross Among Headliners
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2025


The 2025 Hollywood Bowl schedule spans June through September, featuring a diverse lineup of performances including classical music, pop, rock, jazz, and Broadway hits. The Hollywood Bowl 2025 season marks the LA Phil's 103rd season at the venue. As BroadwayWorld previously announced, a highlight of the season will be Cynthia Erivo as Jesus in Jesus Christ Superstar. New editions including Hugh Jackman, Dianna Ross and more special events.  

Full Cast Set For MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Starring Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025


The Jamie Lloyd Company has announced the full cast for William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing at Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company Reveals 2025 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2024


As Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company marches into its 45th anniversary, the Tony Award-winning theatre announces new shows for 2025. Learn more about the lineup here!

Master Mixologist: Max Green of THE BRONZE OWL
by Marina Kennedy - Aug 29, 2024


Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing Max Green about his career and the Bronze Owl for our 'Master Mixologist' feature.

John Cariani, Mary Testa, and More Set For Transport Group's 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2024


Transport Group has announced its 2024-25 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!

NY Premieres, US Premieres & More Set for Lincoln Center Fall and Winter Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2024


Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts revealed upcoming presentations throughout the Fall and Winter. Learn more about the season!

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveal August 2024 Programming
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will operate this August with a full slate of nightly performances.

See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 29th - August 11th
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024


Birdland has announced jazz programming running at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater July 29th - August 11th.

How You Know These HOUSE OF THE DRAGON Actors from the Stage
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 21, 2024


Whether you are Team Black or Team Green, there is probably a stage veteran on your side. Actors include Tony Award winners, current Broadway stars, and Royal Shakespeare Company members. Take a look here to find out which stars you may recognize from the theatre, including Gayle Rankin, Sir Simon Russell Beale, Eve Best, and more.

36th ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS Announces Selectees & Finalists
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2024


National Alliance for Musical Theatre has revealed the roster of new musicals for their 36th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS, which is slated to take place on Thursday, October 24 and Friday, October 25, 2024, at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues).

SEVEN DEVILS PLAYWRIGHTS CONFERENCE 2024 Announces Playwrights and Lineup for 24th Year In McCall
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2024


Discover the lineup for the 24th annual SEVEN DEVILS PLAYWRIGHTS CONFERENCE in McCall, Idaho, featuring new and diverse voices in theater.

SURRENDER Will Have London Run Ahead of Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024


HFH Productions has announced a play set for a London run ahead of Edinburgh Festival Fringe this summer. Surrender by Sophie Swithinbank in creative partnership with Phoebe Ladenburg will be on at the Arcola Theatre between 19 June and 13 July.

Jesse Daniel Releases New Single 'That's My Kind Of Country' from Upcoming LP
by Josh Sharpe - May 22, 2024


Austin-based singer/songwriter Jesse Daniel has releases the swinging new single “That’s My Kind Of Country” from his upcoming LP Countin’ The Miles, due out June 7. The track was inspired by the battlecry he’s spent years hearing from fans — “Jesse Daniel plays my kind of country.” Listen to the song now!

Findlay, Garai, and More Set for THE YEARS at Almeida Theatre; Additional Season Casting Announced
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024


The Almeida Theatre has announced casting for Eline Arbo’s The Years and the Angry and Young season. 

Imagine Dragons to Unveil New Album 'Loom' on June 28
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2024


Entering a fearlessly bold era, Imagine Dragons will unveil their anxiously awaited sixth full-length album, LOOM (KIDinaKORNER/Interscope), on June 28, 2024. In tandem with the record, the band will embark on their biggest North American headline tour to date. Descending upon legendary venues across the country, it kicks off on July 30, 2024 in Camden, NJ at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion and concludes on October 22, 2024 at Los Angeles’ iconic Hollywood Bowl. Check out the full confirmed itinerary below.

Kate Walsh & More to Star in JORDANS World Premiere at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2024


The Public Theater has revealed the complete cast for the world premiere of JORDANS written by Ife Olujobi and directed by Obie Award winner Whitney White. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Lorelei Ensemble to Release Christopher Cerrone's BEAUFORT SCALES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 29, 2024


Lorelei Ensemble will release the world premiere recording of Christopher Cerrone's Beaufort Scales on Friday, May 17, 2024 on the Cold Blue Music record label. Learn more about the album!

Craig Campbell Sets Date For 'Passionate Class Of '89' Album
by Michael Major - Feb 29, 2024


Last year was an ambitious time of music for country hitmaker Craig Campbell, releasing the 16-song The Lost Files: Exhibit A and the 17-song Exhibit B, the second of which landed on the first ballot of the ACM Awards. The six songs represent the core influences who helped mold his desire to pursue a career as an artist and songwriter.

Summer and Smoke History

Other Productions of Summer and Smoke

1948   Broadway
Broadway
1996   Broadway
Broadway
2018   Off-Broadway Classic Stage Company Revival
Off-Broadway
2018   West End West End Revival
West End

Summer and Smoke - 2018 Off-Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Summer and Smoke — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2019 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival of a Play Summer and Smoke

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