Urban Stages
Address:
259 West 30 Street
New York, NY 10001
Urban Stages History
Urban Stages is an award-winning, not-for-profit, Off-Broadway Theatre Company founded in 1984 by current Artistic Director Frances Hill.
Shows at the Urban Stages
| Dates | Production | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | - | 6/21/2026 | |
| 9/12/2025 | - | 3/8/2026 | |
| 10/18/2019 | - | 11/10/2019 | |
| 11/15/2017 | - | 12/10/2017 | |
| 3/16/2012 | - | 4/15/2012 | |
News
Photos/Video: HAIRSPRAY At Cape Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2026
The Cape Playhouse has released new performance video and production photos from Hairspray, now playing through August 8.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2026
The Cape Playhouse has released new performance video and production photos from Hairspray, now playing through August 8.
Dede Lovejoy and Joy Donze Will Bring Two World Premieres To Edinburgh Fringe 2026
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2026
American performer-writers Dede Lovejoy and Joy Donze will bring two world premieres to the Edinburgh Fringe, with Lovejoy making her Fringe playwriting debut alongside Donze's psychological drama.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2026
American performer-writers Dede Lovejoy and Joy Donze will bring two world premieres to the Edinburgh Fringe, with Lovejoy making her Fringe playwriting debut alongside Donze's psychological drama.
RING AROUND THE PEONIES to Open at Gene Frankel Theatre Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2026
Karen Campion's drama, set in a women's prison cosmetology classroom, will receive a full festival production at the Gene Frankel Theatre with an Equity cast, co-directed by Nick Luis and Sabrina Zara.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2026
Karen Campion's drama, set in a women's prison cosmetology classroom, will receive a full festival production at the Gene Frankel Theatre with an Equity cast, co-directed by Nick Luis and Sabrina Zara.
THE HEART SELLERS to Open at Penguin Rep Theatre in Stony Point
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2026
Penguin Rep Theatre will present Lloyd Suh's THE HEART SELLERS, directed by Maria Mileaf, at its Stony Point, New York hay barn venue. The two-hander follows immigrant women from the Philippines and South Korea navigating new lives in 1973 America.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2026
Penguin Rep Theatre will present Lloyd Suh's THE HEART SELLERS, directed by Maria Mileaf, at its Stony Point, New York hay barn venue. The two-hander follows immigrant women from the Philippines and South Korea navigating new lives in 1973 America.
Michael Colby's CAST OF CHARACTERS Available to Stream For Free
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
If you missed lyricist Michael Colby's acclaimed two-part musical theatre event Cast of Characters during Urban Stages' Winter Rhythms Festival, you now have another opportunity to experience it. Learn more about how to stream here.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
If you missed lyricist Michael Colby's acclaimed two-part musical theatre event Cast of Characters during Urban Stages' Winter Rhythms Festival, you now have another opportunity to experience it. Learn more about how to stream here.
American Theater Group to Host SPOTLIGHT ON NJ Play Reading Series
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026
American Theater Group will present its Spotlight on NJ Play Reading Series, featuring three plays by New Jersey playwrights. The series offers audiences a chance to hear new works in development.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026
American Theater Group will present its Spotlight on NJ Play Reading Series, featuring three plays by New Jersey playwrights. The series offers audiences a chance to hear new works in development.
PAINTED PONIES to Make World Premiere at Ruskin Group Theatre Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026
Ian McRae's PAINTED PONIES, directed by Elina de Santos, will receive its world premiere on the Audre Stage at Ruskin Group Theatre Arts Center in Santa Monica, starring Rachel Sorsa as a mother reckoning with past mistakes.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026
Ian McRae's PAINTED PONIES, directed by Elina de Santos, will receive its world premiere on the Audre Stage at Ruskin Group Theatre Arts Center in Santa Monica, starring Rachel Sorsa as a mother reckoning with past mistakes.
Eisa Davis Deep Dives on ||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||, ANGELA's MIXTAPE, and WARRIORS
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 14, 2026
The Pulitzer Prize-nominated writer and actor Eisa Davis discusses her new play at the Vineyard, ||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||, as well as her other upcoming projects including a revival of Angela’s Mixtape and the new musical Warriors.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jun 14, 2026
The Pulitzer Prize-nominated writer and actor Eisa Davis discusses her new play at the Vineyard, ||:GIRLS:||:CHANCE:||:MUSIC:||, as well as her other upcoming projects including a revival of Angela’s Mixtape and the new musical Warriors.
BUILDING THE WALL to Open Off-Broadway with Ripple Effect Artists at Urban Stages
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Ripple Effect Artists will present Robert Schenkkan's BUILDING THE WALL in a limited Off-Broadway run at Urban Stages, featuring post-show talkbacks with the Immigration Defense Project and New York Immigration Coalition.
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2026
Ripple Effect Artists will present Robert Schenkkan's BUILDING THE WALL in a limited Off-Broadway run at Urban Stages, featuring post-show talkbacks with the Immigration Defense Project and New York Immigration Coalition.
The Farm Theater and Stage Partners to Launch Exclusive Publishing Partnership
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2026
The Farm Theater and Stage Partners announced an exclusive deal making College Collaboration Project plays available for productions worldwide, kicking off with works by Gina Femia and Lia Romeo.
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2026
The Farm Theater and Stage Partners announced an exclusive deal making College Collaboration Project plays available for productions worldwide, kicking off with works by Gina Femia and Lia Romeo.
Theater Resources Unlimited to Host Zoom Talk on Concert Reading Challenges
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited will host a Community Gathering on the challenges of concert readings for new musicals, featuring lyricist Michael Colby, writer Nico Juber, and composer Michael Roberts.
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited will host a Community Gathering on the challenges of concert readings for new musicals, featuring lyricist Michael Colby, writer Nico Juber, and composer Michael Roberts.
TRU to Present 'Space Exploration: Lesser-Known Venues Well Worth Knowing'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited will host a Community Gathering on Zoom spotlighting lesser-known NYC theater spaces, including Brooklyn Art Haus, Morningside Theater Co., and New Stages Theater Company.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited will host a Community Gathering on Zoom spotlighting lesser-known NYC theater spaces, including Brooklyn Art Haus, Morningside Theater Co., and New Stages Theater Company.
COME FROM AWAY Begins This Month At Casa Mañana Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2026
Casa Mañana Theatre will close its Broadway season with COME FROM AWAY, a musical based on the true story of 7,000 passengers diverted to Gander, Newfoundland after 9/11, including TCU alum and local American Airlines captain Beverley Bass.
by A.A. Cristi - May 5, 2026
Casa Mañana Theatre will close its Broadway season with COME FROM AWAY, a musical based on the true story of 7,000 passengers diverted to Gander, Newfoundland after 9/11, including TCU alum and local American Airlines captain Beverley Bass.
BREACH Will Debut at Fresh Fruit Festival at The Wild Project
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
Playwright Dan Manjovi's psychological drama BREACH will receive its main stage debut at the Fresh Fruit Festival, directed by Christopher Scott and starring LeeAnne Hutchison at The Wild Project in New York City.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
Playwright Dan Manjovi's psychological drama BREACH will receive its main stage debut at the Fresh Fruit Festival, directed by Christopher Scott and starring LeeAnne Hutchison at The Wild Project in New York City.
BREACH Will Debut at Fresh Fruit Festival at The Wild Project in NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
Playwright Dan Manjovi's psychological drama BREACH will receive its main stage debut at the Fresh Fruit Festival, directed by Christopher Scott and starring LeeAnne Hutchison at The Wild Project in New York City.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2026
Playwright Dan Manjovi's psychological drama BREACH will receive its main stage debut at the Fresh Fruit Festival, directed by Christopher Scott and starring LeeAnne Hutchison at The Wild Project in New York City.
Sharon Wheatley and Aaron Haskell Will Lead World Premiere of MISTER SNICKERS OF NEW YORK CITY
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
MISTER SNICKERS OF NEW YORK CITY, starring Broadway's Sharon Wheatley and puppet artist Aaron Haskell, will present its world premiere at the Fresh Fruit Festival before extending to Urban Stages.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
MISTER SNICKERS OF NEW YORK CITY, starring Broadway's Sharon Wheatley and puppet artist Aaron Haskell, will present its world premiere at the Fresh Fruit Festival before extending to Urban Stages.
Sharon Wheatley and Aaron Haskell to Lead MISTER SNICKERS OF NEW YORK CITY at Urban Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026
Sharon Wheatley and puppet artist Aaron Haskell lead Mister Snickers of Neew York City, a new play exploring addiction and queer identity, extending its run to Urban Stages following its Fresh Fruit Festival premiere.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026
Sharon Wheatley and puppet artist Aaron Haskell lead Mister Snickers of Neew York City, a new play exploring addiction and queer identity, extending its run to Urban Stages following its Fresh Fruit Festival premiere.
MISTER SNICKERS OF NEW YORK Extends Run to Urban Stages After Fresh Fruit Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
Michael Raimondi's Mister Snickers of New York City, a music-infused play about sobriety and chosen family, will play the Fresh Fruit Festival at The Wild Project before extending to Urban Stages.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026
Michael Raimondi's Mister Snickers of New York City, a music-infused play about sobriety and chosen family, will play the Fresh Fruit Festival at The Wild Project before extending to Urban Stages.
Rosemary Loar Will Perform THE THREE SISTERS JERSEY EDITION at The Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026
Rosemary Loar, a six-time Broadway performer and MAC Award nominee, will present her one-woman musical THE THREE SISTERS JERSEY EDITION at The Green Room 42 in New York City.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2026
Rosemary Loar, a six-time Broadway performer and MAC Award nominee, will present her one-woman musical THE THREE SISTERS JERSEY EDITION at The Green Room 42 in New York City.
PROJECT 2026: BLUE TSUNAMI! Cabaret Fundraiser Series Launches at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026
Producer Stephen Hanks will present PROJECT 2026: BLUE TSUNAMI!, a cabaret variety fundraising series for Democratic Congressional candidates, at Don't Tell Mama on May 7, June 13, September 1, and October 20.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026
Producer Stephen Hanks will present PROJECT 2026: BLUE TSUNAMI!, a cabaret variety fundraising series for Democratic Congressional candidates, at Don't Tell Mama on May 7, June 13, September 1, and October 20.
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