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A Tale of Two Cities

Closing: August 20, 2004

A Tale of Two Cities - 2004 New York History , Info & More

Stage 42
422 West 42nd Street (between 9th and 10th) New York, NY 10036

Based on the novel by Charles Dickens

“Recalled to life!” Charles Dickens’ famous epic novel of the French Revolution comes to the stage in this thrillingly ingenious adaptation of the moving and exciting story of Sydney Carton and Charles Darnay, the English lawyer and French aristocrat caught up inextricably in the violence and bloodshed of the Revolution.


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Brian Copeland's THE JEWELRY BOX is Coming to The Marsh Berkeley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025


Award-winning playwright and actor Brian Copeland’s family-friendly holiday show The Jewelry Box ushers in the season with two special performances at The Marsh.

Review Roundup: THE NOTEBOOK National Tour is Now Underway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025


The National Tour of THE NOTEBOOK is now underway! The tour launched on September 6, 2025, at Playhouse Square in Cleveland, OH. Read the reviews here!

FRIGID New York Unveils Programming For 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2025


FRIGID New York has revealed the lineup of programming for their 28th season including the 4th annual Days of the Dead Festival and more. See full programming here!

Lincoln Center Reveals 25/26 Season Featuring Jeanine Tesori as Visionary Artist
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025


Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts has revealed its 25/26 season of programming, running September 2025 through May 2026. See full programming here!

Hong Kong Ballet's THE BUTTERFLY LOVERS Will Make New York Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025


Reimagined by an international team of creative minds together with Hong Kong Ballet's Choreographer-in-Residence HU Song Wei Ricky and MAI Jingwen, The Butterfly Lovers is a legendary Chinese folktale about humble scholar Liang Shanbo and aristocratic heiress Zhu Yingtai.

Video: Emily Skinner and More Star in THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA at the Huntington Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2025


The Huntington has revealed first look video of The Light in the Piazza, a contemporary musical based on the novel by Elizabeth Spencer, with music and lyrics by Adam Guettel, book by Craig Lucas, and directed by Huntington Artistic Director Loretta Greco (The Triumph of Love).

Eva Kaminsky, Marcia DeBonis, And Robbie Sublett Set To Star In SALVAGE At Dorset Theatre Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2025


Dorset Theatre Festival has announced film, television, and stage actors Marcia DeBonis, Eva Kaminsky, and Robbie Sublett will star in the upcoming 48th Main Stage Summer Season opener, Salvage by Lena Kaminsky (June 20 - July 5).

Actor’s Express to Present DOUBT, A PARABLE in May
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2025


Actor’s Express will continue its 37th season with John Patrick Shanley’s Pulitzer and Tony-winning Doubt, A Parable, directed by Freddie Ashley. The production will have its previews on May 22nd and 23rd at 7:30 PM and opens May 24th at 8:00 PM.

Emily Skinner and More to Star in THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA at the Huntington Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2025


The Huntington has revealed the cast and creative team of The Light in the Piazza, a contemporary musical based on the novel by Elizabeth Spencer. See who is starring and learn more.

Tovah Feldshuh and Charles Busch Will Receive 2025 MAC Lifetime Achievement Award
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025


The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) has announced all of the honorees who will be celebrated as part of the upcoming 39th Annual MAC Awards. Learn more here!

Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre Reveal 2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025


Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre have announced their 2025 season – a programme that celebrates creativity, connection, and community. Audiences can look forward to a year of premieres, new creations, and returning favourites for all ages.

Updated FLOWER DRUM SONG and More Set For East West Players' 60th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Dec 10, 2024


East West Players has announced its 60th Anniversary Diamond Legacy Season, helmed by recently appointed Artistic Director Lily Tung Crystal. Learn more about the lineup here!

Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls Are Coming To Marymoor Live in July 2025
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 7, 2024


Following an overwhelmingly successful run of Summer 2024 co-headline dates, Grammy Award-winning rock icon, Melissa Etheridge, and Grammy Award-winning folk-rock duo, Indigo Girls, have announced they'll be reuniting their talents once again for their 2025 ‘Yes We Are' Co-headline Tour.

Hermitage Announces Playwright Naomi Iizuka as Winner of 2024-2025 Hermitage Major Theater Award
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 4, 2024


Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO of the Hermitage Artist Retreat, has announced that California-based playwright Naomi Iizuka has been selected as the fifth recipient of the Hermitage Major Theater Award (HMTA).

Theatre and Literature: Musical Adaptations of Classic Novels
by Sidney Paterra - Jul 14, 2024


Which classic books have been made for the stage? Check out the full list here!

James Ijames' GOOD BONES, Delacorte Theater Reopening & More Set for The Public Theater 24-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2024


The Public Theater has revealed the line-up for The Public’s 2024-25 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

CABARET, THE LEHMAN TRILOGY & More Set for Guthrie Theater 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2024


The Guthrie Theater will present eight productions for its 2024–2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Kristin Chenoweth to Perform One-Night-Only Special Benefit Concert Celebrating Todd Haimes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2023


Roundabout Theatre Company will present Emmy & Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth in KRISTIN: AN EVENING WITH FRIENDS FOR TODD. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Japan Society to Present 'Transcending Time: Japanese Art & Technology' in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2023


Transcending Time: Japanese Art & Technology exhibition presented by Japan Society in January.

Talking Band to Present 50th Anniversary Season With Three Premieres, 600 Highwaymen & Anne Bogart
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 7, 2023


Talking Band will celebrate its 50th anniversary season with three premieres and collaborations with 600 Highwaymen and Anne Bogart.

Guillaume Côté & Robert Lepage to Present World Premiere of New Collaboration - HAMLET, Prince Of Denmark
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2023


Co-produced by Côté Danse, Ex Machina, and Dvoretsky Productions and presented by Show One, the new dance theatre production debuts April 4, 2024.

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by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2023


 The Buttcracker: A Nutcracker Burlesque has shared featured soloists' biographies and special events for the 2023 engagement.

Full Cast Revealed For the West End Run of DR SEMMELWEIS, Starring Mark Rylance
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2023


Mark Rylance returns to the West End this summer in Dr Semmelweis opening at the Harold Pinter Theatre on 11 July, with previews from 29 June, and running until Saturday 7 October.

Diversionary Theatre Announces 2023/2024 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2023


Diversionary Theatre has announced its 2023/2024 season: the San Diego premiere of Dragon Mama (September/October 2023) by Sara Porkalob and directed by Andrew Russell; the legacy revival of The Glass Menagerie (November/December 2023) by Tennessee Williams and directed by Lisa Berger with Shana Wride taking on the iconic role of Amanda Wingfield; the West Coast premiere of Notes on Killing Seven Oversight, Management and Economic Stability Board Members (May/June, 2024) a co-production with Moxie Theatre by Mara Vélez Meléndez and a director to be announced; the world-premiere musical TL;DR: Thelma Louise; Dyke Remix (May/June, 2024) by EllaRose Chary and Brandon Gwinn, directed by Sherri Eden Barber.

Scott Barrow, Kathleen Chalfant & More to Star in HERE THERE ARE BLUEBERRIES at Shakespeare Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 12, 2023


Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the upcoming production of Tectonic Theater Project's Here There Are Blueberries. 

A Tale of Two Cities History

Other Productions of A Tale of Two Cities

2004   New York Workshop
New York
2005   New York Workshop
New York
2006   Chicago World Premiere [Cancelled]
Chicago
2008   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway

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