Downtown Theatre

MEMBERS ONLY Bar Lounge and Showroom-New and Noteworthy in NYC
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 10, 2025

Experience the new hybrid bar, lounge and showroom from Members Only, the brand that has symbolized effortless American cool for nearly five decades. 

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards; Wichita Community Theatre Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards; LEGALLY BLONDE Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Wichita Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

ODD SALON NYC: INFAMOUS To Be Presented At Parkside Lounge In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2025

FRIGID New York and Odd Salon will present Odd Salon NYC: INFAMOUS on Monday, November 10, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Parkside Lounge (317 E Houston St, NYC). Curated by Jackie Schicker-Taubman.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS to Open at Queensland Performing Arts Centre
by Gillian Blum - Sep 22, 2025

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS will open at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre in Australia on January 6, 2026, with tickets going on sale on September 26.

Previews: THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW at Roxy's Downtown
by Paula Makar - Sep 16, 2025

Get ready to do the Time Warp again! Roxy’s Downtown Theatre proudly announces its upcoming production of Richard O’Brien’s cult-classic musical, The Rocky Horror Show. The production is helmed by acclaimed director Rick Bumgardner, with electrifying music direction by Simon Hill and a bold, immersive scenic design by Emmy nominated Michael Downs.

Tickets to Penn State Centre Stage 2025-26 Season On Sale Now- CRAZY FOR YOU, OUR TOWN and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2025

Penn State Centre Stage of the College of Arts and Architecture's 2025-26 season will offer a mix of classical, absurdist, mid-century and contemporary/new works. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Larry and Sharla Michael Actor Endowment Fund Announced at Roxy's Downtown
by Paula Makar - Jul 7, 2025

THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE LARRY AND SHARLA MICHAEL ACTOR ENDOWMENT FUND at Roxy's Downtown

Previews: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Roxy's Downtown
by Paula Makar - Jun 25, 2025

Roxy’s Downtown Theatre, Inc. proudly presents the wildly popular, side-splitting British farce The Play That Goes Wrong, running July 9 through August 10, and starring seven of the original eight cast members from Roxy’s first smash-hit production—plus a brand-new twist with the uproarious addition of Sam Warner to the cast.

Nominations Announced For The 2025 Dora Mavor Moore Awards
by Joshua Wright - May 28, 2025

The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts (TAPA) has announced nominations for the 45th Anniversary Dora Mavor Moore Awards presented by the Romano D’Andrea Foundation. The Awards will be presented on Monday, June 30 at Toronto’s Meridian Hall.

Penn State To Present Premiere Of TRUE CRIME FRANKENSTEIN
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2025

Penn State will present the premiere production of the musical True Crime Frankenstein or the Modern, Modern Prometheus June 12-15 in the Penn State Downtown Theatre.

Coffeehouse Chronicles #178: DANCENOISE Comes To La MaMa This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2025

La MaMa will present Coffeehouse Chronicles #178: Dancenoise taking place on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 3PM at Ellen Stewart Theatre @ La MaMa (66 East 4th Street, New York, NY 10003).

En Garde Arts To Present Irina Kruzhilina's SPACEBRIDGE At Under The Radar
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2024

La MaMa in association with En Garde Arts will present Visual Echo's World Premiere of SpaceBridge, a live performance conceived and directed by Irina Kruzhilina, presented in partnership with Under The Radar. Learn how to purchase tickets.

La MaMa COFFEEHOUSE CHRONICLES #177 Spotlights Adrienne Kennedy
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2024

Explore the life and work of playwright Adrienne Kennedy at COFFEEHOUSE CHRONICLES #177 on November 16, 2024, featuring discussions and performances at La MaMa.

The 17th Annual Next Stage Theatre Festival Reveals 2024 Programming and Casts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2024

Toronto Fringe has revealed the programming and casting for the 17th Annual Next Stage Theatre Festival with six compelling shows from Toronto, Edmonton, and Halifax including solo shows, musicals, and dramatic theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

First Annual Downtown Upstate Festival to Be Held in September
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 3, 2024

Explore the new chapter for a downtown theater legend in Hudson Valley, featuring insights into the vibrant local arts scene and upcoming projects.

SOMETHING TO BELIEVE IN Comes to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024

Something To Believe In comes to Edinburgh Fringe. Performances run 2-24 August.

The New Harmony Project Announces Inaugural PlayFest Indy
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 10, 2024

The New Harmony Project introduces PlayFest Indy, a new festival celebrating innovative plays and playwrights in Indianapolis.

Northlight Theatre Receives $3 Million Gift From The Finnegan Family
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2024

Northlight Theatre has announced a leadership gift from past President/Chairperson of the theatre’s Board of Trustees Paul Finnegan for its new theatre building at 1012-16 Church Street in downtown Evanston.

Ancram Center For The Arts Reveals 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2024

Ancram Center for the Arts has announced its 2024 season, an eclectic mix of productions and collaborations that will feature three new works developed during Ancram Center's Summer Play Lab residencies.