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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Reviews: What Do Critics Think of Amid Falling Walls at National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene? by Meg Masseron

The new work, about Jewish perseverance during the Holocaust, is part of NYTF's 109th season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:54PM

Alexandra Tatarsky’s Sad Boys in Harpy Land and Milo Cramer’s School Pictures Extend at Playwrights Horizons by Meg Masseron

Both productions belong to the Off-Broadway company's series of innovative solo works performed by their creators.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:12PM

Jes Tom's Solo Comedy Less Lonely Returns Off-Broadway November 28 by Meg Masseron

The solo exploration of sex in the face of death and gender transition is directed by Em Weinstein.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:42PM

Giving Tuesday Guide 2023: Theatre-Related Charities to Support This Year by Meg Masseron

If you're in the holiday spirit, donating to theatre artists is the gift that keeps on giving.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:48PM
Monday, November 27, 2023

Photos: Go Inside A Christmas Carol at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts by Meg Masseron

The holiday classic returns to the Denver theatre company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:24PM

Wooster Group to Present Get Your Ass in the Water and Swim Like Me Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

Eric Berryman will star with direction by Kate Valk.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:54PM

Cast Set for Return of Afterglow to London's Southwark Playhouse by Meg Masseron

The play spotlights a gay married couple in an open relationship.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:12AM

Off-Broadway's Red Ink Returns to Rattlestick Theater November 27 by Meg Masseron

Pose star Cecilia Gentilli explores finding faith as a trans woman in the show, part stand-up and part camp solo show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM

The Homecoming Begins Performances in London November 27 by Meg Masseron

The play, directed by Matthew Dunster, follows a man returning home from America with a wife his family has never met.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:02AM
Saturday, November 25, 2023

James McLure's Lone Star Begins Off-Broadway Revival November 25 by Meg Masseron

Joe Rosario directs the Ruth Stage production.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:12AM
Friday, November 24, 2023

Scissorhands: A Musical Tribute Returns to Los Angeles For Limited Engagement November 24 by Meg Masseron

The pop music parody of Tim Burton’s film Edward Scissorhands will features all-new immersive staging.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Thursday, November 23, 2023

U.K. Production of Arabian Nights Begins Performances at Bristol Old Vic November 23 by Meg Masseron

The modern reimagining is directed by Blanche McIntyre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Go Inside the Opening Night of Company XIV's Nutcracker Rouge by Meg Masseron

The "naughty" take on the holiday ballet features burlesque dancers, circus artists, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:02AM

Billy Porter Taught Leslie Odom, Jr. in College by Meg Masseron

The Purlie Victorious star appeared on the Kelly Clarkson show to catch up about all things Broadway, plus his new album, When a Crooner Dies.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:24AM
Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Michael Shannon and Paul Sparks-Led Waiting for Godot Extends Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

The long-awaited Theatre for a New Audience production was originally slated for March 2020.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:06PM

Tom Stoppard's Arcadia Extends Again Off-Broadway at the West End Theatre by Meg Masseron

Bedlam's production of Stoppard's play initially extended its run last month before performances began.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18PM

Donmar Warehouse Will Stage Primary Trust, The Cherry Orchard, More in 2024 Season by Meg Masseron

The season marks artistic director Michael Longhurt's final season with the company.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:42AM
Monday, November 20, 2023

Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott-Led Danny and the Deep Blue Sea Extends Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

The revival of John Patrick Shanley's play is running at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

Go Inside & Juliet's 1 Year Anniversary Celebration by Meg Masseron

The musical follows Shakespeare's titular heroine as she gets a rewrite on her story, infused with pop anthems from Grammy winner Max Martin.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:32AM

New 1960's Pop Musical A Sign of the Times Will Premiere Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

The new musical features the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and other 1960s hits.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM

World Premiere of Amid Falling Walls (Tsvishn Falndike Vent) Officially Opens at National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene November 20 by Meg Masseron

The new work, about Jewish perseverance during the Holocaust, is part of NYTF's 109th season.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:18AM
Friday, November 17, 2023

Off-Broadway's Red Ink Will Return to Rattlestick Theater by Meg Masseron

Pose star Cecilia Gentilli explores finding faith as a trans woman in the show, part stand-up and part camp solo show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM

Leslie Odom, Jr. Releases 5th Studio Album When a Crooner Dies November 17 by Meg Masseron

The album marks the Tony and Grammy Award winner's first new album featuring original music since 2019.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Thursday, November 16, 2023

The Terrence McNally New Works Incubator is Now Accepting Applications for 2nd Cycle by Meg Masseron

The program dedicated to fostering new works honors the late playwright's legacy of mentorship.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

Chita Rivera to Be Honored With Inaugural Icon Award From Loukoumi Make a Difference Foundation by Meg Masseron

The inaugural award acknowledges an icon who sets an excellent example for youth and makes a true difference.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:36PM

Go Inside the Opening Night of Danny and the Deep Blue Sea Off-Broadway by Meg Masseron

Aubrey Plaza and Christopher Abbott star in the revival of John Patrick Shanley's play at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:06AM

'I Just Said, Boom!': Ariana DeBose Talks the 2023 Tonys Opening Jump with Seth Meyers by Meg Masseron

Plus, hear how her mother danced with Common at a Hamilton afterparty.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM

Monsieur Chopin Begins Performances Off-Broadway November 16 by Meg Masseron

Created by and starring Hershey Felder, the work centers on Polish pianist-composer Fryderyk Chopin in his Parisian salon.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM
Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Mitski, Eboni Booth, Whitney White Join Creative Team of The Queen's Gambit Musical by Meg Masseron

The musical will be based on Walter Tevis’ novel, which recently became a Netflix limited series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:48PM

Prospect Theater Company Finds Cast, Creatives for Potluck: A Musical Feast by Meg Masseron

The evening showcases the company's Musical Theatre Lab, an annual six-week program that brings together aspiring theatre writers.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:54AM