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A Guide to Musicals and Plays Coming This Fall and Spring by Steven McElroy

A starry Sondheim revival on Broadway, Alicia Keys's new musical and John Turturro in a Philip Roth adaptation: a guide to this season's theater.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:33am on September 8, 2023☆⚑

What to See This Spring in NYC: Broadway Shows, Concerts and More by Steven McElroy, Joshua Barone, Siobhan Burke, Jon Pareles, Brian Seibert, Lindsay Zoladz and Roslyn Sulcas

"Life of Pi" and Laura Linney on Broadway, Lise Davidsen at the Met Opera, SZA on tour: Here's what we're looking forward to this season.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:00am on February 22, 2023☆⚑

More Than 60 Plays and Musicals to Take In This Fall by Steven McElroy

From a stage adaptation of "Wuthering Heights" to a Neil Diamond biomusical, the theater calendar this season stands out for its variety and energy.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 7:25am on September 8, 2022☆⚑

Broadway and Beyond: Plays and Musicals to See This Season by Steven McElroy

Timely plays tackle tough subjects, while musicals get the royal treatment, thanks to a princess ("Diana"), queens ("Six") and the King of Pop ("MJ").

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 9:36am on September 17, 2021☆⚑

Theater This Season: A Show (or 10) for Every Mood by Steven McElroy

Our list of coming performances includes the topical, the true, the trippy and the timeless.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:54am on September 11, 2019☆⚑

Ethical Drama Wins Edinburgh Theater Prize by Steven McElroy

"Mouthpiece" by Kieran Hurley won $25,000 to fund a transfer from the Edinburgh Fringe to New York.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:18am on August 23, 2019☆⚑

72 Plays and Musicals to See This Fall and Beyond by Steven McElroy

Any season that tells the stories of Cher, Sarah Bernhardt, Rupert Murdoch and Gloria Steinem won't be quiet.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 3:18pm on September 12, 2018☆⚑

'Ulster American' Wins Edinburgh Theater Prize by Steven McElroy

The dark comedy by David Ireland is the winner of the Carol Tambor Best of Edinburgh award; the Traverse production will get $25,000 toward a New York run.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:42am on August 24, 2018☆⚑

15 Summer Theater Festivals, From Stratford to Williamstown by Steven McElroy

Selections from the warm-weather season, including Shakespeare favorites and new plays and musicals in development.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:48am on May 17, 2018☆⚑

Edinburgh International Festival Embraces Youth at 71 by Steven McElroy

The opener is to feature 250 young people and the festival lineup includes youth orchestras, as well as stars like Christine Goerke and a work by Geoff Sobelle.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 2:31pm on March 14, 2018☆⚑

The New Season of Theater: Listings for the Fall Season and Beyond by Steven McElroy

Creative adaptations abound, including Elevator Repair Service's "Measure for Measure" and a musical of "The Honeymooners." And don't forget "Frozen."

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 2:04pm on September 10, 2017☆⚑

'Company' Helps Take Those Dog Days of Summer for a Walk by Steven McElroy

The busy summer theater season in the Berkshires is almost over, but Barrington Stage Company extended its production of "Company" through Sept. 10.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 4:42am on September 1, 2017☆⚑

Rising Artists (and a Werewolf) at a New Summer Theater Festival by Steven McElroy

With the New York International Fringe Festival on hiatus, the Corkscrew Theater Festival has stepped up with five new plays and a handful of readings.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:04pm on August 4, 2017☆⚑

New York Musical Festival Returns by Steven McElroy

Adventurous works like a Sherlock Holmes musical and an examination of the Berlin Wall scored by a member of Air Supply are on the schedule.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:18am on July 5, 2017☆⚑

'The Artificial Jungle,' in the Ridiculous Spirit of Charles Ludlam by Steven McElroy

A production of this avant-garde auteur's work will be part of a celebration of the Ridiculous Theatrical Company's 50th anniversary.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 2:42pm on June 7, 2017☆⚑

15 Summer Theater Festivals (and More) by Steven McElroy

There are traditional and new versions of Shakespeare plays, protest theater and new work from powerhouses like Lynn Nottage.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 4:12pm on May 18, 2017☆⚑

'Enda Walsh in NYC,' a Double Dose of Bracing Irish Isolation by Steven McElroy

The playwright who wrote "Lazarus" with David Bowie gets a kind of mini-festival in New York.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:18am on May 3, 2017☆⚑

'In & of Itself,' Magic Is Not Just Hat Tricks by Steven McElroy

Derek DelGaudio delivers a magical examination of identity and perception at the Daryl Roth Theater. The music is by Mark Mothersbaugh of Devo.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:18am on April 5, 2017☆⚑

Edinburgh Festival to Feature Zinnie Harris Works and a New Alan Ayckbourn Play by Steven McElroy

The Edinburgh International Festival runs from Aug. 4 through Aug. 28 at various venues in that city.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:18pm on March 15, 2017☆⚑

'Groundhog Day' Offers Repetition, Offers Repetition by Steven McElroy

Based on the 1993 Bill Murray film, the musical begins previews at the August Wilson Theater.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:03pm on March 10, 2017☆⚑

'A Man of Good Hope,' a Refugee Tale for the Moment by Steven McElroy

This musical drama, opening at the Brooklyn Academy of Music on Feb. 15, is a production of the Young Vic and the South African Isango Ensemble.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:03pm on February 8, 2017☆⚑

A Playwright Talking Truth About Power by Steven McElroy

Marta Buchaca's "Summit," a one-at play directed by Neil LaBute, takes the stage at La MaMa.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:04pm on January 11, 2017☆⚑

'Christmas Is a Drag' Dresses Up for the Holidays by Steven McElroy

Several contestants from "RuPaul's Drag Race" have been featured already, and entertainers including Jackie Beat will perform in this monthlong series.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:36am on December 14, 2016☆⚑

Nicky Silver's 'This Day Forward' Kicks Off Vineyard's Season by Steven McElroy

Mr. Silver's latest comedy is directed by Mark Brokaw.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:31pm on November 16, 2016☆⚑

Two A. R. Gurney One-Acts at the Flea Theater by Steven McElroy

His "Ajax" and "Squash," billed together as "Two Class Acts," will be the last shows at the Flea's White Street home.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:45am on October 19, 2016☆⚑

Cirque du Soleil Brings Steampunk to Randalls Island by Steven McElroy

"Kurios: Cabinet of Curiosities" will play under a big top in a pop-up space.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 8:58am on September 22, 2016☆⚑

A New Theater Season of Hitting the Boards Hard, From Broadway to Oregon by Steven McElroy

Journeys by stage to many places, including Pittsburgh and Oz, the Mississippi and Margaritaville, Saigon and a certain Fleet Street barbershop.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 3:29pm on September 14, 2016☆⚑

King Joffrey Is Coming. But Only to Act in a Play. by Steven McElroy

Jack Gleeson, from "Game of Thrones," and his pals in Collapsing Horse Theater are bringing the surreal fantasy "Bears in Space" to New York.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 7:40pm on August 31, 2016☆⚑

'Life According to Saki,' a Play Set in World War I, Wins Edinburgh Award by Steven McElroy

Katherine Rundell's play set in the trenches of World War I is the winner of the annual Carol Tambor Best of Edinburgh Award, which comes with a production in New York next winter.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 7:55am on August 26, 2016☆⚑

Looking for Adventurous Theater? Try the Dream Up Festival by Steven McElroy

This program at Theater for the New City will include 19 new works from American and international companies. It runs through Sept. 18.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:46pm on August 24, 2016☆⚑

Leading the Edinburgh Fringe: 'I'm Not Intimidated' by Steven McElroy

Shona McCarthy discusses her new job, how to best accommodate artists, and her plans for this festival's 70th anniversary next summer.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:20pm on August 17, 2016☆⚑

Unconventional Summer Stars, Including a Helicopter by Michael Paulson, Steven McElroy, Erik Piepenburg and Laura Collins-hughes

This summer, these four performers will play roles they might not get a chance to tackle otherwise.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 9:20am on July 28, 2016☆⚑

The Week Ahead: Karen Finley's New Show Comes to New York by Steven McElroy

Her three short works will explore the American obsession with the unattainable, the narcissism behind gentrification and our fear of the unknown.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 3:39pm on July 27, 2016☆⚑

A Tony Winner and Broadway Veterans Join the Chicago Cast of 'Hamilton' by Steven McElroy

Karen Olivo will play Angelica Schuyler, and Miguel Cervantes has been cast as Alexander Hamilton. Alexander Gemignani will play King George III.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 4:28pm on July 13, 2016☆⚑

The Week Ahead: 'Small Mouth Sounds' Grunts Again by Steven McElroy

Well received last year, Bess Wohl's Off Broadway play about six characters at a silent retreat starts a new run at the Pershing Square Signature Center.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:27pm on June 29, 2016☆⚑

What Do a Dating Game and Shakespeare Have in Common? Edinburgh Festival Fringe by Steven McElroy

The festival announced the 3,269 productions in its 2016 program on Wednesday. Almost 300 venues across the Scottish capital are taking part.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 3:20pm on June 8, 2016☆⚑

The Week Ahead: 'Shining City' Reappears, This Time With Matthew Broderick at Irish Rep by Steven McElroy

Mr. Broderick stars in this Off Broadway revival of Conor McPherson's hit as a man whose wife's ghost won't leave him alone.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 4:36pm on June 1, 2016☆⚑

59E59 Announces Season by Steven McElroy

"Game of Thrones" star Jack Gleeson will star in a play at 59E59 Theaters this summer.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:58pm on May 22, 2016☆⚑

Under the Brooklyn Bridge, a Big Top Goes Up by Steven McElroy

NoFit State Circus, from Cardiff, Wales, is making its North American debut with "Bianco."

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 3:31pm on May 4, 2016☆⚑

'Exit Strategy,' a Theatrical Import From Chicago by Steven McElroy

Ike Holter's play about the final days of a failing urban high school is in previews at Cherry Lane Theater.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:15pm on April 8, 2016☆⚑

Edinburgh Festival to Feature Shakespeare and a 'Menagerie' Return by Steven McElroy

Among the offerings: "Richard III" and a 1970s riff on "Twelfth Night."

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 3:14pm on April 6, 2016☆⚑

The Week Ahead: 'The Effect,' by Lucy Prebble, Comes to the Barrow Street Theater by Steven McElroy

A clinical trial leads to passion in this play directed by David Cromer.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:44pm on March 9, 2016☆⚑

400 Years After Shakespeare's Death, Tributes Begin by Steven McElroy and Erik Piepenburg

Cities around the world plan festivals to mark the 400th anniversary of the playwright's death " which falls, serendipitously, on his birthday.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:27pm on February 25, 2016☆⚑

For Director Lileana Blain-Cruz Things are Going Swimmingly by Steven McElroy

In addition to Lucas Hnath's play "Red Speedo," Ms. Blain-Cruz's spring also includes directing works by Alice Birch and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 4:49pm on February 17, 2016☆⚑

Brits Off Broadway Festival Announces Lineup by Steven McElroy

The festival will run April 19-July 3 and feature nine New York premieres.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:50am on February 15, 2016☆⚑

The Week Ahead: Mark Rylance, Onstage Again in 'Nice Fish' by Steven McElroy

Mr. Rylance heads to St. Ann's Warehouse in a production about two men ice-fishing and pondering big questions.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:54pm on February 11, 2016☆⚑

Brooklyn Theater Company Heads to Edinburgh International Festival by Steven McElroy

The Team will partner with the National Theater of Scotland for a new show at the festival in August.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 1:14pm on January 25, 2016☆⚑

The Week Ahead: Stephen Karam Makes Broadway Debut With 'The Humans' by Steven McElroy

Mr. Karam's 2011 play, "Sons of the Prophet," was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 9:58am on January 13, 2016☆⚑

ArtsBeat: Shona McCarthy New Head of Edinburgh Fringe by Steven McElroy

Shona McCarthy succeeds Kath Mainland as chief executive of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 2:32pm on January 12, 2016☆⚑

The Week Ahead: Christmas Events, Traditional and Not by Steven McElroy

There are the Rockettes, of course, and "Elf the Musical" but also "Santastical: A Very Merry Twistmas."

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 11:19am on December 17, 2015☆⚑

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