Wilma Theatre

Citywide James Ijames Pass Expands To Include New Two-Show Option In Philadelphia
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2026

Responding to high demand, the Citywide James Ijames Pass now includes a two-show option, allowing access to major productions at Philadelphia's Wilma Theater and another venue for $90.

Target Margin Theater Will Present Jean Genet-Inspired THIS IS REAL in March
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026

Target Margin Theater will present the world premiere of 'THIS IS REAL,' inspired by Jean Genet, from March 1 to April 5, 2026. The production explores themes of identity and reality through innovative staging and performance.

GOOD BONES Comes to Arden Theatre Company in January
by Stephi Wild - Jan 2, 2026

Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company will present the Philadelphia premiere of Good Bones, the newest play by Pulitzer Prize–winning playwright James Ijames. Learn more here!

OEDIPUS IN SEATTLE Opens Theatre Horizon's 21st Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2025

Theatre Horizon will open its 21st season with Oedipus in Seattle, an experimental theatrical adventure blending myth and romantic comedy in real time.

A DISTINCT SOCIETY to be Presented at Weston Theater in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2025

Weston Theater Company is taking audiences on a moving journey about love, migration, and finding home in A Distinct Society. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Bucks County Playhouse Education to Offer Summer Classes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse has revealed the lineup of education programs being offered this summer. Classes will take place in Lambertville Hall. Learn how to attend.

James Ijames Will Join Tenured Faculty at Columbia University School of the Arts
by Stephi Wild - Jul 14, 2025

The Oscar Hammerstein II Center for Theatre Studies at Columbia University School of the Arts has announced the appointment of celebrated playwright James Ijames to the Theatre faculty as Associate Professor of Theatre with tenure. 

Signature, Keegan, and 1st Stage Lead Wins at 41st Annual Helen Hayes Awards
by Joshua Wright - May 20, 2025

The 41st Helen Hayes Awards took place on May 19, 2025, at The Anthem, honoring excellence in Washington D.C. theatre. Signature Theatre led with six wins. Awards were presented in 41 categories from 165 eligible 2024 productions.

National Black Theatre & The Flea Theater Collab On The World Premiere of CHIAROSCURO
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 18, 2025

National Black Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for the NYC premiere of Chiaroscuro. Originally written by one of the foremothers of the Black Arts Movement, the late Aishah Rahman, in 2002, this work is directed by NBT's SOUL Directing Resident Abigail jean-baptiste.

National Black Theatre To Present New York City Premiere of CHIAROSCURO
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2025

National Black Theatre (NBT) in association with The Flea Theater has announced the cast and creative team for the NYC premiere of Chiaroscuro. Performances run May 27 - June 22 at The Flea Theater.

Bonnie Milligan, Beanie Feldstein and More Nominated for 2025 Helen Hayes Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025

Explore the 2025 Helen Hayes Awards Nominees, including standout performances by Bonnie Milligan and Beanie Feldstein. The awards will be presented on Monday, May 19 at an event at The Anthem. The nominations are for productions in the Washington, DC, region in the 2024 calendar year.

Photos/Video: FAT HAM at the Goodman Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

Photos and video have been released from James Ijames’s Pulitzer Prize-winning, five-time Tony Award-nominated play Fat Ham at the Goodman Theatre. Check out the photos and video here!

The Laurents / Hatcher Foundation Awards $150,000 to Playwrights Jordan Harrison and Yussef El Guindi
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025

The Trustees of The Laurents / Hatcher Foundation, Inc. have announced that The Antiquities by Jordan Harrison and Refugee Rhapsody by Yussef El Guindi are recipients of the Laurents / Hatcher Foundation Citation of Excellence.

Pulitzer Prize-Winning FAT HAM Makes Its Chicago Premiere This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

With an all-Chicago cast led by Trumane Alston, previews begin this weekend for the Chicago-premiere of James Ijames's Pulitzer Prize-winning, five-time Tony Award-nominated play Fat Ham.

Theater Latté Da Announces Local Premiere Of Milo Cramer's SCHOOL PICTURES At The Ritz Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2024

Theater Latté Da has announced the cast and creative team for the local premiere of the thought-provoking, delightful solo show SCHOOL PICTURES, written and performed by Milo Cramer and directed by the show's original director Morgan Green.  

PETER PAN Returns For Arden Children's Theatre's First 2024/25 Production
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 19, 2024

This holiday season, Arden Children’s Theatre invites families to embark on a magical adventure with an imaginative adaptation of the timeless classic Peter Pan.

Previews: GREETINGS at Players Circle Theater
by Fran Thomas - Nov 18, 2024

Players Circle Theater is getting in the Christmas spirit with Tom Dudzick’s heartwarming holiday comedy, GREETINGS, running November 25th – December 22nd, 2024. 

Urban Stages Reveals Cast and Creative Team For New York Premiere of PEOPLE OF THE BOOK
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024

Urban Stages has announced the cast and creative team for the New York premiere of Yussef El Guindi's play People of the Book, directed by John Langs.

FringeArts Appoints Nell Bang-Jensen as New CEO And Producing Director
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2024

The FringeArts Board of Directors is pleased to announce that, after a nationwide search conducted by Arts Consulting Group, award-winning theater director, creator, and arts administrator Nell Bang-Jensen has been appointed as the organization's new Chief Executive Officer and Producing Director.

Smuin Contemporary Ballet to Kick Off 31st Season in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2024

Smuin Contemporary Ballet will kick off its 31st season—its first led by Artistic Director Amy Seiwert—with a thrilling program of premieres and celebrated works. Learn how to purchase tickets.