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The original Yiddish Art Theatre. Formerly known as the Stuyvesant Theatre. It would later be known as the Entermedia and Eden Theatres. The Theatre finally closed as a live venue in the 1980's under the name the Second Avenue Theatre.News
Initial Cast Set For BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL at Lowry and Curve
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Initial casting has been announced for the world premiere of BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL which will open in May 2026 at Lowry and Curve respectively. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026
Initial casting has been announced for the world premiere of BANK OF DAVE THE MUSICAL which will open in May 2026 at Lowry and Curve respectively. Learn more here!
West End Gala Set to Raise £100,000 for The Phoenix Arts Club
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2026
A West End Gala at the Phoenix Theatre will raise £100,000 for The Phoenix Arts Club, one of London’s last independent performance venues. The April 20, 2026 event will support cabaret, comedy, and musical theatre programming in the West End.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2026
A West End Gala at the Phoenix Theatre will raise £100,000 for The Phoenix Arts Club, one of London’s last independent performance venues. The April 20, 2026 event will support cabaret, comedy, and musical theatre programming in the West End.
Stephen Mangan, Ardal O’Hanlon, Sarah Hadland, and Janie Dee Will Lead THE TRUTH
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
London's West End will welcome a new production of The Truth this summer - the acclaimed comedy written by Academy Award-winning and two-time Olivier-nominated playwright Florian Zeller in a translation by Christopher Hampton.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2026
London's West End will welcome a new production of The Truth this summer - the acclaimed comedy written by Academy Award-winning and two-time Olivier-nominated playwright Florian Zeller in a translation by Christopher Hampton.
Toby Stephens Will Lead EQUUS Revival at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced that Toby Stephens will play Dr. Martin Dysart in Lindsay Posner's major revival of Peter Shaffer's Equus, in its co-production with Theatre Royal Bath.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced that Toby Stephens will play Dr. Martin Dysart in Lindsay Posner's major revival of Peter Shaffer's Equus, in its co-production with Theatre Royal Bath.
THE ROCKET MEN to Conclude Rolling World Premiere in Lincoln, NE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Angels Theatre Company will present THE ROCKET MEN, a new play by Crystal Skillman, at the Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln, NE. Directed by Jamie Bullins, the play explores the moral complexities of space exploration.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
Angels Theatre Company will present THE ROCKET MEN, a new play by Crystal Skillman, at the Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln, NE. Directed by Jamie Bullins, the play explores the moral complexities of space exploration.
TENDERLY: THE ROSEMARY CLOONEY MUSICAL to be Presented at Phoenix Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
The Phoenix Theatre Company will present Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical, an intimate and heartfelt musical that traces the extraordinary life of one of America's most beloved voices.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026
The Phoenix Theatre Company will present Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical, an intimate and heartfelt musical that traces the extraordinary life of one of America's most beloved voices.
Review: BORROWED BABIES at American Lives Theatre
by Melissa Hall - Feb 13, 2026
A world premiere, a Hoosier playwright, and a little piece of fascinating but overlooked history. Borrowed Babies has all the makings of a great play. American Lives Theatre’s (ALT) current production is on stage at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre right now. ALT produced playwright Jennifer Blackmer’s Predictor in 2023. That show demonstrated Blackmer could highlight a piece of history while breathing life into it and developing rich characters.
by Melissa Hall - Feb 13, 2026
A world premiere, a Hoosier playwright, and a little piece of fascinating but overlooked history. Borrowed Babies has all the makings of a great play. American Lives Theatre’s (ALT) current production is on stage at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre right now. ALT produced playwright Jennifer Blackmer’s Predictor in 2023. That show demonstrated Blackmer could highlight a piece of history while breathing life into it and developing rich characters.
Richard Kind Joins THE PRODUCERS For Seven Weeks Only
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Richard Kind will star as Max Bialystock opposite Marc Antolin’s Leo Bloom in the critically acclaimed, major West End revival of The Producers for seven weeks only at the Garrick Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026
Richard Kind will star as Max Bialystock opposite Marc Antolin’s Leo Bloom in the critically acclaimed, major West End revival of The Producers for seven weeks only at the Garrick Theatre.
Review: COME FROM AWAY at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Herbert Paine - Jan 31, 2026
COME FROM AWAY makes you care with a humility and vigor that feel bracingly out of step with our more cynical age.
by Herbert Paine - Jan 31, 2026
COME FROM AWAY makes you care with a humility and vigor that feel bracingly out of step with our more cynical age.
Review: STEW at Rebel Phoenix Theatre Collective
by Angela Kabasan-Gonzalez - Jan 30, 2026
For most of us, many formative and influential memories start in the kitchen. From recipes being cooked that are passed down from generation to generation, announcing good news, or gathering with family and friends, this place is cemented as the nexus of our lived experiences.
by Angela Kabasan-Gonzalez - Jan 30, 2026
For most of us, many formative and influential memories start in the kitchen. From recipes being cooked that are passed down from generation to generation, announcing good news, or gathering with family and friends, this place is cemented as the nexus of our lived experiences.
COME FROM AWAY is Coming to The Phoenix Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
The Phoenix Theatre Company will present Come From Away, the Tony Award-winning musical that shares the true story of 7,000 stranded airline passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them in the wake of September 11, 2001.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026
The Phoenix Theatre Company will present Come From Away, the Tony Award-winning musical that shares the true story of 7,000 stranded airline passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them in the wake of September 11, 2001.
Indy Drag Theatre Reveals Its 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026
Indy Drag Theatre has announced a unique lineup of drag productions for its 2026 season and announce its new residency with the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre in Indianapolis, IN.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2026
Indy Drag Theatre has announced a unique lineup of drag productions for its 2026 season and announce its new residency with the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre in Indianapolis, IN.
Full Cast Set For THE HOLY ROSENBERGS at The Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for its upcoming revival of Ryan Craig's THE HOLY ROSENBERGS, directed by Lindsay Posner.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026
The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for its upcoming revival of Ryan Craig's THE HOLY ROSENBERGS, directed by Lindsay Posner.
Phoenix Musical Theatre Artists Unite to Support Underserved Dancers In February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
The 6th Annual Broadway Cabaret, set for February 28 at ASU Kerr, will support aspiring young dancers by showcasing a variety of performances. This event gathers talent and audiences to aid in the development of future dance professionals.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2026
The 6th Annual Broadway Cabaret, set for February 28 at ASU Kerr, will support aspiring young dancers by showcasing a variety of performances. This event gathers talent and audiences to aid in the development of future dance professionals.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 15, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - Jan 15, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Indianapolis Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
BORROWED BABIES World Premiere is Coming to American Lives Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2026
American Lives Theatre will present the world premiere of 'BORROWED BABIES' by Jennifer Blackmer at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre, exploring the historical use of 'practice babies' in mid-20th century America.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2026
American Lives Theatre will present the world premiere of 'BORROWED BABIES' by Jennifer Blackmer at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre, exploring the historical use of 'practice babies' in mid-20th century America.
Photos/Video: INTO THE WOODS at the Bridge Theatre in London
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026
London Theatre Company has released a trailer and new production photos from Into The Woods. The major new production, directed by Jordan Fein with set and costume design by Tom Scutt, is now playing the Bridge Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026
London Theatre Company has released a trailer and new production photos from Into The Woods. The major new production, directed by Jordan Fein with set and costume design by Tom Scutt, is now playing the Bridge Theatre.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 8, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - Jan 8, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Atlanta Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Review: THE WIZ at Broadway In Tucson
by Zach Wetzel - Jan 8, 2026
THE WIZ at Broadway in Tucson is a delightful and extraordinary revival that will have audience members clicking their heels but not wanting to go home. THE WIZ, which plays until January 11, is perfect for the whole family and is my favorite interpretation of 'The Wizard of Oz' story.
by Zach Wetzel - Jan 8, 2026
THE WIZ at Broadway in Tucson is a delightful and extraordinary revival that will have audience members clicking their heels but not wanting to go home. THE WIZ, which plays until January 11, is perfect for the whole family and is my favorite interpretation of 'The Wizard of Oz' story.
The Phoenix Theatre Company to Present 2026 Richard P. Stahl Festival Of New American Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
The Phoenix Theatre Company will present the 28th Annual Richard P. Stahl Festival of New American Theatre at the Judith Hardes Theatre. This year's festival will amplify new voices and expand the canon of American theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026
The Phoenix Theatre Company will present the 28th Annual Richard P. Stahl Festival of New American Theatre at the Judith Hardes Theatre. This year's festival will amplify new voices and expand the canon of American theatre.
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