Urban Stages

CIRCUS IN THE CITY to Bring Holiday Shows to Urban Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2026

Parallel Exit and Urban Stages present a world premiere family circus featuring four NYC performers with magic, live music, comedy, and juggling at an affordable price.

Amber Gray, Jasmine Cephas Jones, and More Will Lead Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis' WARRIORS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2026

Initial casting has been announced for Warriors, the new musical with book, music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis, coming to Broadway next year! Find out who is starring in the show here.

Amy London Releases ALTO MADNESS Album With Voting Message
by Rachel Stone - Oct 16, 2026

Jazz vocalist and lyricist Amy London released ALTO MADNESS, an album featuring compositions by iconic alto saxophonists including Benny Carter. The project emerged from a five-year NYC residency led by altoist Mike Hashim.

Eileen Sugameli and Morgan Sendek's SCIENCE IS MAGIC to Open at Urban Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2026

Science Is Magic!, a free science play and magic show, will take place at Urban Stages. The interactive assembly adventure combines science, social-emotional learning, and plenty of magic.

THE PICTURES I DRAW: THE SONGS OF MICHAEL COLBY to Premiere at Urban Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2026

In celebration of his 75th Birthday, Urban Stages will pay tribute to lyricist/librettist Michael Colby by presenting The Pictures I Draw: The Songs of Michael Colby as part of 2026 Winter Rhythms.

Michael Cerveris, Montego Glover, and More Will Lead HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2026

The Pulitzer Prize finalist play by Moisés Kaufman and Amanda Gronich will open at the Barrymore Theatre with an ensemble featuring Tony Award winners Michael Cerveris and Montego Glover.

THE SANTA SWITCH and A CHRISTMAS CAROL Will Open at Cabaret on Main
by Stephi Wild - Oct 2, 2026

Cabaret on Main Theatre in East Haven will present two holiday productions: THE SANTA SWITCH, a jukebox musical making its Connecticut debut, and a one-man adaptation of A CHRISTMAS CAROL featuring 280-degree immersive projections.

I NEVER ASKED FOR A GOFUNDME Will Open at Actor's Express
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2026

Actor's Express concludes its 38th season with the National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of a new play by Jayne Deely, directed by Lydia Fort.

The New American Play Series and More Set for Urban Stages 43rd Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2026

Urban Stages revealed its 2026-27 season, featuring the inaugural New American Play Series, the return of Winter Rhythms festival, and over 1,300 free outreach programs citywide.

B.I.N.G.O. to Open at Vivid Stage
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2026

Vivid Stage will present B.I.N.G.O., a new comedy by playwright Erin Mallon featuring an ensemble cast including Clark Carmichael, Harry Patrick Christian, and Laura Ekstrand at Oakes Center in Summit, New Jersey.

Ivy Crest Theatre Co. Will Present NO VACANCY SERIES
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 9, 2026

Ivy Crest Theatre Co. has just announced its production of the No Vacancy Series. No Vacancy is a collection of 3 one act plays set in motels throughout the last 50 years. Cabin 12 by John Bishop from the 70s, Motel Story by Alexandra Vassilaros in the 90s and Here Comes the Drone by Arlene Hutton from the 2010’s. A mix of drama and comedy the plays all deal with themes around connection, isolation and identity. Performances of the No Vacancy Series begin Thursday, September 10 for a limited run through September 13 at Urban Stages (259 West 30th Street).

CAFECITO (COFFEE) AND DREAMS To Receive Staged Reading With Genoveva Productions
by Marissa Faith Curley - Aug 29, 2026

Genoveva Productions will present an exclusive presentation of Cafecito (Coffee) and Dreams, a vibrant new play written by Julia Genoveva and directed by KM Jones.

SOUND MIND to Play Urban Stages for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2026

Timed to Suicide Prevention Awareness Month this September, KOTA Productions will present the world premiere of SOUND MIND – a new musical about teens navigating mental health struggles.

LEGRAND LEGACY – KEEP THE MUSIC PLAYING! to Bring Jackie Draper to Laurie Beechman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026

Jackie Draper will return to the Laurie Beechman Theatre with a new cabaret show celebrating composer Michel Legrand, featuring musicians Gregory Toroian, Tom Hubbard, Ron Tierno, and Robbyn Tongue.

Leslee Warren to Bring LIGHT DARK & STORMY - LENA HORNE to Chelsea Table + Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 10, 2026

Leslee Warren will present a tribute to Lena Horne at Chelsea Table + Stage, following her solo cabaret debut with a new show featuring signature songs from the American songbook.

Review: Sue Matsuki Puts Eddie Bruce Center Stage InTONY BENNETT CENTENNIAL at The Cutting Room
by Stephen Mosher - Aug 8, 2026

When Philly and NYC meet to celebrate the late, great Tony Bennett.

PBS' 'CINEMA NOMAD Cinema Nomad' Season Two Premiere to Screen at Urban Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2026

Urban Stages will host the New York Premiere of Cinema Nomad, the acclaimed arts and travel series airing on PBS and returning for a second season with extended one-hour episodes. 

Photos/Video: HAIRSPRAY At Cape Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 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.

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.