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Review: MY LORD, WHAT A NIGHT is a timely historical drama at Penguin Rep
by Bruce Apar - May 29, 2026

Ms. Babb doesn’t hit a single false note as legendary singer and civil rights icon Marian Anderson. She is a commanding presence on stage, effusing class and an iron will. The only cavil I have with her singing voice is we don’t get to hear nearly enough of it, but what we do hear is heavenly.  

Photos: GENE & GILDA Opens Off-Broadway at 59E59 Theaters
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jul 28, 2025

Penguin Rep Theatre is presenting the Off-Broadway premiere of Gene & Gilda, a new play by Cary Gitter, directed by Joe Brancato. See photos from opening night here!

Review: MIRACLE ON SOUTH DIVISION STREET Delights at Penguin Rep Theatre
by Bruce Apar - Jun 13, 2025

In the confident and craftsmanlike hands of Mr. Dudzick and director Joe Brancato, the audience is treated to a breezy look at familial relations that is smartly informed by the writer’s abiding sense of balance between lighthearted banter and matters of faith, ambition, tolerance and family secrets that surface and hit home with the force of a torpedo, shattering a lifetime of misbegotten beliefs. 

Photos: Meet The Company of DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE At 59E59 Theaters
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jan 23, 2025

Penguin Rep Theatre and Shadowland Stages present Ken Ludwig's DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE at 59E59 Theaters, directed by Stephen Nachamie. The production stars Alexandra Fortin and Michael Liebhauser. The company met the press this week. Check out our photos from the event. 

LETTERS I WILL NEVER SEND YOU, A One Woman Show, To Premiere This Fall
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 2, 2024

Letters I Will Never Send You runs for 3 performances only at an abandoned church in Chinatown on Oct 11 at 7:30pm and Oct 12 at 4pm, 7:30pm.

Penguin Rep Theatre to Present I CHOOSE THE LIGHT: THE MUSIC OF NEIL BERG For One Performance Only
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2023

 Penguin Rep Theatre will present I Choose the Light: The Music of Neil Berg for one performance only, Sunday, May 28 at 7:00 p.m. in Stony Point, New York.

Puccini's TOSCA to Open at San Diego Opera Next Month Starring Michelle Bradley and Greer Grimsley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2023

San Diego Opera’s 2022-2023 Season will continue with Puccini’s Tosca on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances.

Puccini's TOSCA Continues San Diego Opera Season March 25, 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2023

San Diego Opera's 2022-2023 Season continues with Puccini's Tosca on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances.

Michelle Bradley Returns To San Diego Opera To Sing Title Role Of Puccini's TOSCA March 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2022

San Diego Opera's 2022-2023 Season continues with Puccini's Tosca on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances. Additional performances are March 28, 31, and April 2 (matinee), 2023. All evening performances take place at 7:30 PM, matinees at 2 PM.

Review: Heartwarming Sentiment and Exceptional Performances Prove IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE at Toby's Dinner Theater
by Cybele Pomeroy - Dec 3, 2022

Toby's consistently delivers showmanship, production quality and customer service. This show is no exception. The show feels inclusive and accessible even to those whose holiday traditions differ from the ones celebrated by the Bailey family. Bring your family to meet the Baileys this holiday season- the Toby's family will make you glad you did.

BWW Review: I AND YOU at Penguin Rep Theatre Climaxes in a Surreal Reveal
by Bruce Apar - May 11, 2022

Gunderson’s characters are two high school seniors who could not be more unlike each other. Yet, as we find out, they end up soulmates in the most surreal way imaginable.

BWW Feature: THE SHOW MUST GO ON(LINE)! at Penguin Repertory Theatre
by Peter Danish - Nov 19, 2020

STONY POINT, NY - NOVEMBER 16, 2020 - 'As theatres remain dark, Penguin Rep remains committed to making art and to connecting with our community,' says founding artistic director Joe Brancato. 'As we grapple with a way to tell stories given the continued closure of theatres, we are inspired by other challenging periods in history when Americans were distant but connected, and excited by the idea of working with different medium.'

Brian Cranston, Laurie Metcalf, Andre De Shields and More Join Penguin Rep's KEEPING LIVE THEATRE ALIVE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2020

Tony and Emmy Award-winners Brian Cranston (Breaking Bad, Trumbo) and Tony Shalhoub (Monk, The Band's Visit) are among the stellar performers being brought to you by Penguin Rep Theatre as part of the exciting, innovative Keeping Live Theatre Alive! initiative. 

BWW Review: Penguin Rep's 20th Anniversary 'Art' Paints Colorful, Bold Strokes
by Bruce Apar - May 22, 2019

This trio is comprised of somewhat eccentric avatars of male camaraderie, peppered with anomie. Any evidence of bonhomie is in short supply for the 85 minutes we are in the company of the battling bosom buddies.

Penguin Rep Theatre Announces the Passing of Susan (Sue) Brancato
by Julie Musbach - Jun 5, 2018

Penguin Rep Theatre is saddened to announce the passing of Susan (Sue) Brancato, its co-founder and long-time business manager, and mother of artistic director Joe Brancato.

BWW Review: SYNCOPATION Doesn't Miss a Step at Penguin Repertory Theater
by Peter Danish - Aug 17, 2017

It's clear that Syncopation hasn't lost a step since its initial production. It's simply great theater.

Gold Coast International Film Festival Announces 2016 Dates and Film Submission Deadlines
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 8, 2016

The Gold Coast International Film Festival (GCIFF) returns this Fall with the 6th anniversary of its star-studded festival. From November 10 - 15, 2016 the Festival will once again celebrate the films and filmmakers who capture our imaginations on the big screen.

2015 Gold Coast International Film Festival Kicks Off Tonight
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 9, 2015

The 2015 Gold Coast International Film Festival has an exciting slate of films taking place starting tonight November 9 and running through Nov 15, 2015

Star-Studded Lineup Revealed for 2015 GOLD COAST INT'L FILM FESTIVAL
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 12, 2015

The 2015 Gold Coast International Film Festival announces an exciting slate of films for this year's Festival taking place November 9 - 15, 2015

Lou Diamond Phillips Joins Celebrity List at Gold Coast International Film Festival
by Stephen Sorokoff - Oct 8, 2015

The Star-Studded lineup for the 2015 Gold Coast International Film Festival was announced today by festival director Caroline Sorokoff. Actor/Director Lou Diamond Phillips is the latest addition to the list of celebrities that will be attending the Gold Coast Arts Center Gala onOctober 28th at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts.