Carson McCullers

Beyond Spring Awakening: Remembering Duncan Sheik’s Remarkable Musical Legacy
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Sep 27, 2026

On September 17th, we lost Duncan Sheik, a major composer and influence on 21st century theatre, whose music for Spring Awakening pushed the art form forward. Sheik was impressively prolific. While the headline of his theatre career may be the impactful Spring Awakening, his career was filled with over a dozen other varied and worthwhile theatrical projects, in addition to his achievements in popular music. He wrote music and sometimes lyrics for an impressive slate of musicals in addition to composing music for plays, and amassed a notable collective of collaborators on his many shows. 

Suzanne Vega Adds East Coast Tour Dates to 'Flying With Angels Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2026

Singer/songwriter Suzanne Vega has added a new run of East Coast dates to her Flying With Angels Tour. Vega will be joined on stage by her longtime collaborator and guitarist Gerry Leonard, along with cellist Stephanie Winters.

Dialogue with Three Chords Launches Spring Season with New Play in Brooklyn
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026

Indie theater company Dialogue with Three Chords (D3C) opens their Spring 2026 season on March 26 with The Intolerable Condition of Being Loved, written by Stephen Gracia and directed by Michael LoPorto.

Suzanne Vega’s LOVER, BELOVED Stage Show Coming to PBS
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2026

Lover, Beloved, the film adaptation of songwriter Suzanne Vega’s one-woman stage show about the life of 20th-century American writer Carson McCullers, is set to make its broadcast debut.

Review: Breathtaking BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART Bows at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 13, 2025

It's a long time coming but there is finally a revue made up of the works of Marty Silvestri and Joel Higgins, and it's the revue they deserve.

Review: JEFF DANIELS A Revelation at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - Jul 7, 2025

What happens when a great American actor has a special gift for songwriting and singing solo.

Door Shakespeare Unveils 2025 Season Directors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025

Door Shakespeare has revealed the directing team for the 2025 summer season, which includes Great Expectations and more. Learn more and see how to attend!

What is the History of New Musicals at the Public Theater?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 20, 2025

The new musical Goddess can currently be seen in its New York premiere production at the Public Theater on Lafayette Street. Directed by the Public’s associate artistic director and resident director Saheem Ali, who is currently Tony Award-nominated for directing Buena Vista Social Club, Goddess is playing at the Public’s largest space by capacity, the Newman Theatre.

LILLIAN, PAULA, CARSON to be Presented at Morningside Theatre Co.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2025

An encore reading of John Barrow's award-winning play 'Lillian, Paula, Carson' will be presented at the Morningside Players Theatre Co. No reservations necessary; admission FREE.

Maggie Siff Joins GOODBYE, MY FANCY At Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

Maggie Siff will lead the cast for Classic Stage Company's Goodbye, My Fancy, the final reading in The Rediscovery Readings series, which features plays by female playwrights who shaped American theater. Learn more!

GOODBYE, MY FANCY to be Present as Final Installment for CSC's Rediscovery Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2025

Classic Stage Company revealed that Goodbye, My Fancy will be the final reading in The Rediscovery Readings series, which features plays by female playwrights who shaped American theater. Learn how to attend.

BINGE FREE FESTIVAL Returns To Santa Monica Playhouse This February
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2024

Binge Free Festival, the month-long festival of free shows at Santa Monica Playhouse, returns for the ninth time this February. The Festival will run from February 25 through March 30.

The Ma'ayanot H.S./Black Box Studios Drama Society Will Perform THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2024

 The Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School Drama Society, in ongoing partnership with Black Box Studios, will present THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE this December.

April Matthis, Crystal Finn & More Join THE MEMBER OF THE WEDDING at CSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2024

Classic Stage Company has revealed the cas for the next play in The Rediscovery Readings series, The Member of the Wedding, by Carson McCullers. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Additional Cast Members & Programming Revealed for REDISCOVERY READINGS at CSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2024

Classic Stage Company has revealed casting and future programming for The Rediscovery Readings series, featuring plays by female playwrights who shaped American theater. Learn more about programming and see how to purchase tickets.

Three Works By Robert Chumbley to be Presented at New York City's Tenri Cultural Institute
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 3, 2024

Discover three compositions by American composer Robert Chumbley, including a world premiere and a New York premiere. Explore the innovative works of this noted artist.

Theater for the New City Presents BRING THEM BACK A Meta Dark Comedy 
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 26, 2024

Catch the new comedy BRING THEM BACK at Theater for the New City, NYC from May 9-19.

The Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School Drama Society Will Perform THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2024

The Ma'ayanot Yeshiva High School Drama Society, in ongoing partnership with Black Box Studios, will present The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time, based on the novel by Mark Haddon and adapted by Simon Stephens.

Cast & Creative Team Set for TRAVELS World Premiere at Ars Nova
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2024

The cast and creative team has been revealed for the Off-Broadway world premiere of Travels, a sonic narrative collection by James Harrison Monaco, at Ars Nova. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Cast & Creative Team Announced For World Premiere Of Dave Malloy's THREE HOUSES
by Joshua Wright - Dec 14, 2023

Signature Theatre announces the cast and creative team for the world premiere production of Dave Malloy's Three Houses, directed and choreographed by Annie Tippe. The musical will feature J.D. Mollison, Mia Pak, Margo Seibert, Henry Stram, Scott Stangland, and Ching Valdes-Aran. Performances begin on April 30, 2024.