Mary Elizabeth Micari launches Holistic Wellness Practice by Jaymichaelsae

After decades working in live theater"both backstage and as a performer in opera, jazz, and cabaret"Mary Elizabeth Micari is excited to announce the launch of her holistic wellness practice.…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 5:10pm on August 5, 2025☆⚑

Jim Catapano asks "Wherefore Art Thou, Dromio?" by Jaymichaelsae

Michael Hagins Knocks It Out of the Park with an Early Farce from the Bard Aptly named, The Comedy of Errors is a product of Shakespeare's early period. Sharply plotted and wonderfully ab…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 1:21pm on August 4, 2025☆⚑

"The Interlude of Youth": A 16th-Century Morality Play Resurrected by Dr. Jeff Dailey, Featuring David Ezell by Jaymichaelsae

The American Theatre of Actors (ATA) is currently presenting a rare revival of "The Interlude of Youth," a captivating morality play from the early 16th century, as part of its Classical Sho…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 7:28pm on July 29, 2025☆⚑

Broadway Icon, LEN CARIOU to star in New York Premiere of RICHARD VETERE's riveting new drama, ZAGŁADA by Jaymichaelsae

Broadway Icon, LEN CARIOUto star in New York Premiere of RICHARD VETERE's riveting new drama, ZAGŁADA. Production directed by MAJA WAMPUSZYCOctober 16 " November 2 The AMERICAN THEATRE OF…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 3:01pm on July 28, 2025☆⚑

Guest Writer, Manda Slew, discusses Miller's A View From the Bridge at Modern Classics Theatre by Jaymichaelsae

Content Note: While A View from the Bridge is a period piece set in 1950s Brooklyn, it explores themes that may be difficult for some viewers. The production includes depictions of immigrati…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 7:03pm on July 24, 2025☆⚑

Jim Catapano at a Compelling Double-Header: Takes on Corrupt Authority and Injustice by Jaymichaelsae

Laurie Rae Waugh Directs ¡Poof! and Love's a Thin Diet at the ATA In a time when their voices are desperately needed, two brave writers have come together in one production to battle miso…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 3:06pm on July 24, 2025☆⚑

Playwright J. Bernard Taylor & Jay Michaels take JOHN STILLWAGGON as TENNESSEE WILLIAMS to LONDON by Jaymichaelsae

Wednesday, August 20 @ 7:00 pm at Old Diorama Arts Centre, Regents Place 201 Drummond Street, London NW1 3FE UKSaturday, August 23 @ 7:00 pm at The Audition House, 129A Whitfield…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 3:07pm on July 22, 2025☆⚑

CHAZZ PALMINTERI will appear Saturday, August 2 ONLY for a talkback after the performance of LIGHTHOUSE REPERTORY THEATRE's production of A BRON by Jaymichaelsae

CHAZZ PALMINTERI will appear Saturday, August 2 ONLY for a talkback after the performance of LIGHTHOUSE REPERTORY THEATRE's production of A BRONX TALE, the musical running�…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 1:22pm on July 18, 2025☆⚑

The Swan Inside Every Little Duck or "Take A Quack At It, Timothy L. Michuda's Rocking Revelation for All Ages " an international review by Jaymichaelsae

The review is translated from a piece written by Yin‑Fang Chang, a respected Taiwanese conductor and arts educator. She's the Resident Conductor of the National Symphony Orchestra (fo…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 2:25pm on July 9, 2025☆⚑

Double the Drama, Double the Daring: Sarah Vindigni and Amy Losi Unveil Thought-Provoking Plays at ATA by Jaymichaelsae

Written by Zara Solange New York City's American Theatre of Actors (ATA) is set to host a compelling "Laurie Rae Waugh Double Feature" this July, presenting two distinct yet equally impactfu…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 4:43pm on July 3, 2025☆⚑

The Midtown International Theatre Festival announces the first production to be part of MITF 2026: The Anxiety of Laughing by Andrew Justvig by Jaymichaelsae

The Midtown International Theatre Festival announces the first production to be part of MITF 2026: The Anxiety of Laughing by Andrew Justvig Slated for including in the July 2026 festival…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 6:11pm on June 30, 2025☆⚑

Jim Catapano Wishes for Many Beautiful Hours at "Birthday Candles" by Jaymichaelsae

Noah Haidle's Moving Masterpiece Birthday Candles is Beautifully Realized by the Lighthouse Repertory Theatre Company Ernestine Ashworth celebrates her 17th birthday with her mom Alice (Alis…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 3:17pm on June 30, 2025☆⚑

Jim Catapano learns that The Past Comes Knocking in Sean Szak Prasso's Angel in the Heat sizzling at the ATA by Jaymichaelsae

 Sean Szak Prasso's Angel in the Heat Sizzles at the ATA Blake Jean (Travis Bergmann) is on the cusp of success. The Louisville Kentucky attorney is a candidate for mayor, and about to bu…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 1:03pm on June 30, 2025☆⚑

Jim Catapano spies a Glimmer of Hope Amidst the Misery, wallowing in MUD (at the ATA) by Jaymichaelsae

MUD, María Irene Fornés' 1980s social commentary, is reborn at the ATA "I am a hungry soul. I am a longing soul. I am an empty soul," laments Mae, an impoverished, illiterate young woman…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 12:46pm on June 30, 2025☆⚑

The Case of AI vs. Humanity Shall Now Be Heard by Judge Jim Catapano by Jaymichaelsae

One of the Greatest Dilemmas of Our Times Is Explored in Immersive Dance Mrs. Zero (Monica Blaze Leavitt) and Mr. Zero (Johnny Blaze Leavitt) are from the 20s, but not the ones we're experie…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 4:14pm on June 21, 2025☆⚑

Jim Catapano Saddled-Up for a Gay Rodeo! by Jaymichaelsae

An Exuberant New LGBTQ+MusicalKicks Off Pride at 54 Below."The rodeo has come to town!" sings Gurney (the powerhouse-voiced Erich W. Schleck), to open Queer Cowfolk: The Gay Rodeo Musical. "…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 2:52pm on June 17, 2025☆⚑

The Aftermath of Murder: Jim Catapano reviews John Galsworthy's "The First and The Last" at the ATA by Jaymichaelsae

John Galsworthy's Compelling The First and The Last is Brought into the 21st Century at the ATA Cleaning up after a killing is never going to be an easy task (unless you're Harvey Keitel's c…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 1:30pm on June 16, 2025☆⚑

Hiding in The Shadows No Longer: Jim Catapano reviews "Stormé" by Jaymichaelsae

The Story of the Legendary Stormé, Hero of the Stonewall Uprising and So Much More, Is Beautifully Brought to Life at the ATA   "It was a rebellion," Stormé declared. "It was an u…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 4:09pm on June 9, 2025☆⚑

Nothing Left but the Kindness of Strangers: A Jim Catapano Review by Jaymichaelsae

Bernard J. Taylor's Tennessee Williams: Portrait of a Gay Icon Brings a Legend to Life at the ATA Tennessee Williams is alone on stage, and at this point, apparently alone in life. Seen on a…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 3:48pm on June 9, 2025☆⚑

CAST ANNOUNCED for "the other Shakespeare in the Park:" Shakespeare Sports' Comedy of Errors directed by Michael Hagins by Jaymichaelsae

CAST ANNOUNCED for "the other Shakespeare in the Park" Shakespeare Sports Theatre Company opens its SHAKESPEARE SUMMER TOUR with a new production of the Comedy of Errors directed…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 3:14pm on June 6, 2025☆⚑

The Bees Still Can't Help Themselves! says Jim Catapano by Jaymichaelsae

Douglas Carter Beane's 90s Classic As Bees In Honey Drown Gets a Masterful Revival  "Once, I saw a bee drown in honey, and I understood," is a famous quote attributed to the 20th Century …

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 1:14pm on May 23, 2025☆⚑

American Theatre of Actors announces Jessica Jennings as New Executive Director on Eve of 50th Anniversary by Jaymichaelsae

The American Theatre of Actors (ATA), a cornerstone of New York City's off-off Broadway scene, today announced the appointment of Jessica Jennings as its new Executive Director. Thi…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 6:27pm on May 16, 2025☆⚑

The Wit and Wisdom of Felipe Luz as written by Jim Catapano by Jaymichaelsae

An Up-and-Coming Cabaret Star Looks at Life, Love, Lust, and Everything Else That Happens Under the Covers "As tempting as it is, please refrain from opening your dating apps during this sho…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 6:43pm on May 14, 2025☆⚑

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: Midtown International Theatre Festival, July 2026.  by Jaymichaelsae

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Midtown International Theatre Festival, July 2026.  The Largest NY Independent Theatre Festival Contact [email protected] for further info The New MIT…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 3:21pm on May 14, 2025☆⚑

Julie Lorson: A Theatrical Force Multiplied in MCTLI's "As Bees in Honey Drown" by Jaymichaelsae

Anya Kai, reporting For Julie Lorson, a dedicated board member of Modern Classics Theatre of Long Island, theatre isn't just a hobby " it's a way of life. Her involvement spans far beyond th…

SOURCE: Arts Independent at 4:26pm on May 12, 2025☆⚑