American Theatre

Review: GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES at Keegan Theatre
by Jake Bridges - Aug 17, 2026

What did our critic think of GRUESOME PLAYGROUND INJURIES at Keegan Theatre?

Actors' Equity Names David Kolen as New Assistant Executive Director for the Central Region
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2026

Actors' Equity Association has named David Kolen as the new assistant executive director for the Central Region of the union, effective immediately.

I'M IN LOVE WITH AN IMMIGRANT Festival Continues at American Theatre of Actors
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2026

RiffRaff NYC's festival of short plays exploring immigration and cultural identity continues at the Sargent Theatre, running alongside a partner production of SUPPRESSED DESIRES by Susan Glaspell.

Solti Foundation U.S. Names 16 Conductors for 2026 Career Assistance Awards
by Rachel Stone - Aug 13, 2026

The Solti Foundation U.S. has selected 16 young American conductors, ages 24 to 36, to receive Career Assistance Awards, bringing the total distributed since 2006 past 200.

JOKES ON HER Nonprofit to Launch, Backing Women's Comedy With $5K Prize
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2026

Playwright Sandy Rustin has established Jokes on Her, a nonprofit supporting women writing comedy for the stage through an annual cash prize and industry reading in New York City.

CONQUERING THE CANON to Play Yellow Bicycle Theater in Philly Fringe
by Sidney Paterra - Aug 12, 2026

Michael Hagins will bring his solo show CONQUERING THE CANON to the Yellow Bicycle Theater in Philadelphia for a limited three-performance engagement as part of the FringeArts season.

11REFLECTIONS: NYC to Mark 25th Anniversary of 9/11 at HERE Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026

Art2Action will present two performances at HERE Arts Center centering MENA/SWANA voices and artists of color in reflection on the legacy of 9/11 and the wars that followed.

Interview: Producing Artistic Director Jada Suzanne Dixon On Curious Theatre Company's Season 29 at Cleo Parker Robinson Dance
by Joshua Wright - Aug 12, 2026

Curious Theatre Company Producing Artistic Director Jada Suzanne Dixon discusses staging Season 29 in residence at Cleo Parker Robinson Dance's Historic Shorter AME building, a partnership with deep personal and family significance.

HEROES OF THE FOURTH TURNING Will Come to A Red Orchid Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2026

A Red Orchid Theatre will present the Chicago premiere of Will Arbery's HEROES OF THE FOURTH TURNING, directed by ensemble member dado, as the company opens its 34th season.

GUAC to Make Bilingual Debut at The People's Theatre's New Inwood Center
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2026

The People's Theatre will open its new Centro Cultural Inmigrante in Inwood with an inaugural season featuring the first bilingual presentation of GUAC by Manuel Oliver.

Asolo Repertory Theatre Receives $75,000 Grant From The Exchange
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 12, 2026

The Exchange has awarded Asolo Repertory Theatre a $75,000 grant to support the Sarasota theatre's upcoming season, extending a longstanding philanthropic partnership.

Photos/Video: Laiken Jules to Star as ANNIE in Goodspeed’s 50th Anniversary Production
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2026

Go inside Goodspeed Musicals' 50th anniversary celebration of ANNIE, where Laiken Jules was introduced as Annie alongside Scotty as Sandy. See photos and video from the event.

Don't miss a "strange and beautiful masterpiece" (The Telegraph), on stage now!
by - Aug 10, 2026

At La Jolla Playhouse now - Aug 9

Video: Ellen Greene Unpacks 40 Years of Audrey and LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Robert Bannon - Aug 7, 2026

Broadway icon Ellen Greene joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon for a rare and unforgettable conversation celebrating 40 years of Little Shop of Horrors. As she travels across the country meeting fans and revisiting one of the most beloved musicals of all time, Ellen looks back on the role that made theatre history. How did she discover Audrey? What inspired her unforgettable voice, mannerisms, and heart? What was it like collaborating with legendary creatives Howard Ashman, Alan Menken, Frank Oz, Jim Henson, and the incredible team that brought Little Shop from a tiny stage musical to an enduring cultural phenomenon? Watch in this video.

DON JUAN Presenter Molière in the Park to Honor Amanda Hambrick, Lynn Nottage
by Rachel Stone - Aug 7, 2026

Molière in the Park named Amanda Hambrick its Opening Night Honoree and will present Lynn Nottage and Tony Gerber with its Shoulder to Shoulder Award during its upcoming Prospect Park season.

Construction Underway On American Theatre in Troy
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2026

Empire State Development announced construction has begun on a $7.1 million renovation of the historic American Theatre in Troy, transforming the former cinema into a single-screen movie theater.

RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR to Bring Hershey Felder Back to People's Light
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2026

Hershey Felder will return to People's Light with RACHMANINOFF AND THE TSAR, a musical drama starring Felder and Jonathan Silvestri as Russia's last emperor, for a limited engagement in Malvern.

CLOSER THAN EVER at Centenary Stage to Host Talkback With Richard Maltby, Jr.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2026

Centenary Stage Company's production of CLOSER THAN EVER will host a post-show talkback with lyricist Richard Maltby, Jr., moderated by Peter Filichia, during its final performances in Hackettstown, New Jersey.

WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? to Open at Shakespeare Theatre of NJ
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2026

Antoinette LaVecchia and Andrew Borba will lead Edward Albee's classic drama at the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, directed by Nisi Sturgis at the F. M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre.

DESTINY OF DESIRE Cast Set for Denver Center Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2026

Denver Center Theatre Company announced the full cast and creative team for DESTINY OF DESIRE, a telenovela-inspired play with music by Karen Zacarías, ahead of its run in the Wolf Theatre.