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DATES PRODUCTION 12/4/1905 - 12/4/1905 The Duke of Duluth (1905) 1/22/1900 - 1/22/1900 At the Lower Harbor (1900) 1/22/1900 - 1/22/1900 The Magic Melody (1900) 2/27/1894 - 3/3/1984 Fritz in a Mad House (1894) 1/11/1864 - 1/30/1864 The House that Jack Built, or, Harlequin and the Fairy Generous (1864) 1/11/1864 - 1/30/1864 The House that Jack Built, or, Harlequin and the Fairy Generous (1864)
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THE HARM to Be Featured in Return of Midtown International Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2026
Dennis Leroy Kangalee's four-character drama THE HARM has been named a featured production of the Midtown International Theatre Festival's return, set to run at the American Theatre of Actors in New York City.
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2026
Dennis Leroy Kangalee's four-character drama THE HARM has been named a featured production of the Midtown International Theatre Festival's return, set to run at the American Theatre of Actors in New York City.
OMEED'S TAPESTRIES Will Be Presented at Reborn Midtown International Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
Barry M. Putt, Jr.'s drama OMEED'S TAPESTRIES, inspired by over three dozen first-person accounts of same-sex couples fleeing Iran, will be a featured production of the returning Midtown International Theatre Festival at the American Theatre of Actors in NYC.
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
Barry M. Putt, Jr.'s drama OMEED'S TAPESTRIES, inspired by over three dozen first-person accounts of same-sex couples fleeing Iran, will be a featured production of the returning Midtown International Theatre Festival at the American Theatre of Actors in NYC.
Broadway and The Park 2026- Inside the Frederick Law Olmsted Awards Luncheon
by James Blinken - May 8, 2026
From philanthropy, business, fashion, and the Broadway community, for one of New York City’s most elegant and meaningful spring traditions, the annual Central Park Conservancy Frederick Law Olmsted Awards Luncheon once again brought together leaders!
by James Blinken - May 8, 2026
From philanthropy, business, fashion, and the Broadway community, for one of New York City’s most elegant and meaningful spring traditions, the annual Central Park Conservancy Frederick Law Olmsted Awards Luncheon once again brought together leaders!
World Premiere of VINELAND PLACE by Steven Dietz Will Come to Palm Beach Dramaworks
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
Palm Beach Dramaworks will stage the world premiere of Steven Dietz's VINELAND PLACE, a cat-and-mouse thriller about a young writer hired to finish a late novelist's final book, directed by J. Barry Lewis.
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2026
Palm Beach Dramaworks will stage the world premiere of Steven Dietz's VINELAND PLACE, a cat-and-mouse thriller about a young writer hired to finish a late novelist's final book, directed by J. Barry Lewis.
Premiere Stages Reveals Semi-Finalists for 2026 Premiere Play Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
Premiere Stages at Kean University has announced the semi-finalists for its 2026 Premiere Play Festival. The festival received 894 submissions this year, with four finalists set to be selected for staged readings this June in Union, New Jersey.
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
Premiere Stages at Kean University has announced the semi-finalists for its 2026 Premiere Play Festival. The festival received 894 submissions this year, with four finalists set to be selected for staged readings this June in Union, New Jersey.
CLUE National Tour Comes to Morris Center in South Bend This Month
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
The Broadway touring production of CLUE will take the stage at Morris Center as part of the Broadway in South Bend series, based on the 1985 Paramount Pictures film and the classic Hasbro board game.
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2026
The Broadway touring production of CLUE will take the stage at Morris Center as part of the Broadway in South Bend series, based on the 1985 Paramount Pictures film and the classic Hasbro board game.
THE MONSTERS Cast & Creative Team Unveiled at La Jolla Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for THE MONSTERS, a co-production with Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in the sibling drama set in the world of mixed martial arts.
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
La Jolla Playhouse has announced the cast and creative team for THE MONSTERS, a co-production with Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Playwright Ngozi Anyanwu stars alongside Sullivan Jones in the sibling drama set in the world of mixed martial arts.
PlayGround Will Present Works By 2026 YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS CONTEST Winners at Potrero Stage
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
PlayGround will present staged readings of four winning plays from its 2026 Young Playwrights Contest at Potrero Stage in San Francisco, featuring works by Bay Area high school students on themes of city life.
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2026
PlayGround will present staged readings of four winning plays from its 2026 Young Playwrights Contest at Potrero Stage in San Francisco, featuring works by Bay Area high school students on themes of city life.
THE IPHIGENIAMACHINE to Make New York Premiere at American Theatre of Actors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
The Iphigeniamachine, a postmodern reimagining of Iphigenia at Aulis set in a post-apocalyptic ice age, will make its New York debut at the Beckmann Theatre, American Theatre of Actors.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
The Iphigeniamachine, a postmodern reimagining of Iphigenia at Aulis set in a post-apocalyptic ice age, will make its New York debut at the Beckmann Theatre, American Theatre of Actors.
PlayCo Names Kate Douglas as Resident Artist & Sala Beckett Playwright Residency Exchange
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
PlayCo has named writer, composer, and performer Kate Douglas as the resident for the second iteration of the PlayCo & Sala Beckett Playwright Residency Exchange.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
PlayCo has named writer, composer, and performer Kate Douglas as the resident for the second iteration of the PlayCo & Sala Beckett Playwright Residency Exchange.
THE CRAFT OF BROADWAY PUPPETRY Exhibit to Open at Museum of Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
The Museum of Broadway has revealed its next special exhibit will celebrate the Craft of Broadway Puppetry. The exhibit, produced with the American Theater for Puppetry Arts and the Broadway Legacy Foundation, will open to the public in May.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
The Museum of Broadway has revealed its next special exhibit will celebrate the Craft of Broadway Puppetry. The exhibit, produced with the American Theater for Puppetry Arts and the Broadway Legacy Foundation, will open to the public in May.
Andrew Lloyd Webber Raises Over £500,000 For Music Education By Selling Wine Collection
by Michael Major - May 7, 2026
Andrew Lloyd Webber has raised £517,910 for The Music in Secondary Schools Trust by selling his wine collection. The MiSST, which provides access to free instruments, weekly tuition and a classical music curriculum to nearly 30,000 students.
by Michael Major - May 7, 2026
Andrew Lloyd Webber has raised £517,910 for The Music in Secondary Schools Trust by selling his wine collection. The MiSST, which provides access to free instruments, weekly tuition and a classical music curriculum to nearly 30,000 students.
Jessica Vosk and Nicole Fosse Join LIZA! AT 80 at Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026
Transport Group has announced Jessica Vosk and Nicole Fosse as the latest additions to LIZA! AT 80: A CELEBRATION IN SONG AND DANCE, a one-night tribute to Liza Minnelli at Carnegie Hall.
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2026
Transport Group has announced Jessica Vosk and Nicole Fosse as the latest additions to LIZA! AT 80: A CELEBRATION IN SONG AND DANCE, a one-night tribute to Liza Minnelli at Carnegie Hall.
THREE SEA STORIES To Be Presented By The BRAVAS Theatre & Film Company
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
The BRAVAS Theatre & Film Company, the first Peruvian company recognized in the HB Studio Residency, will stage THREE SEA STORIES at HB Playwrights Theatre, exploring sisterhood and memory within a Latinx family.
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
The BRAVAS Theatre & Film Company, the first Peruvian company recognized in the HB Studio Residency, will stage THREE SEA STORIES at HB Playwrights Theatre, exploring sisterhood and memory within a Latinx family.
Midtown International Theatre Festival to Return to NYC for 2026 Season at ATA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2026
The Midtown International Theatre Festival will return to New York after a nearly decade-long hiatus, partnering with the American Theatre of Actors for a multi-show season coinciding with the venue's 50th Anniversary.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2026
The Midtown International Theatre Festival will return to New York after a nearly decade-long hiatus, partnering with the American Theatre of Actors for a multi-show season coinciding with the venue's 50th Anniversary.
DESPERATE GAME Revival to be Presented at American Theatre of Actors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2026
The American Theatre of Actors will revive A Desperate Game, John Maddison Morton's 1853 Victorian farce, as part of the company's 50th Anniversary Classical Season in New York City.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2026
The American Theatre of Actors will revive A Desperate Game, John Maddison Morton's 1853 Victorian farce, as part of the company's 50th Anniversary Classical Season in New York City.
Everyman Theatre Will Present Kate Hamill's EMMA in Baltimore
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
Everyman Theatre will present Kate Hamill's adaptation of EMMA, directed by Laura Kepley, featuring the theatre's Resident Company in a feminist, contemporary take on Jane Austen's classic.
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2026
Everyman Theatre will present Kate Hamill's adaptation of EMMA, directed by Laura Kepley, featuring the theatre's Resident Company in a feminist, contemporary take on Jane Austen's classic.
Photos: American Theatre of Actors Celebrates 50 Years, Honors Len Cariou & Lyle Kessler
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
The stars aligned as the American Theatre of Actors took over the historic Penn Club to celebrate five decades of artistic revolution. Check out photos below!
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
The stars aligned as the American Theatre of Actors took over the historic Penn Club to celebrate five decades of artistic revolution. Check out photos below!
Dominique Morisseau's CONFEDERATES Will Come to Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present a limited black box run of Dominique Morisseau's CONFEDERATES, a time-bending drama following two Black women across centuries, directed by Jim Weaver.
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present a limited black box run of Dominique Morisseau's CONFEDERATES, a time-bending drama following two Black women across centuries, directed by Jim Weaver.
2026 Tony Awards- The Nominees React
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2026
This year's nominees are checking in with BroadwayWorld to tell us all about how they got the news. Check back for live updates!
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2026
This year's nominees are checking in with BroadwayWorld to tell us all about how they got the news. Check back for live updates!
American Theatre Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in American Theatre?
American Theatre's current show is The Duke of Duluth which began performances on 12/4/1905.
What when was American Theatre built?
American Theatre was built in 1854.
What were the longest running shows at American Theatre?
The House that Jack Built, or, Harlequin and the Fairy Generous which ran from 1/11/1864 to 1/30/1864, At the Lower Harbor which ran from 1/22/1900 to 1/22/1900, The Magic Melody which ran from 1/22/1900 to 1/22/1900,
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