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The Drama League Reveals 2026 Directors Project Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026

The Drama League has revealed the twenty-five stage directors receiving the 2026 fellowships, assistantships, residencies, and exchange opportunities collectively known as The Directors Project.

THE HOUSE OF BERNARDA To Be Performed At Omni Commons
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 26, 2026

Oakland Theater Project has announced their third production in its 2026 Season. A new adaptation of Federico García Lorca's 'The House of Bernarda,' adapted by Chay Yew and directed by OTP Executive Artistic Director Michael Moran.

Deaf West WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND and More Set for New York Stage & Film 2026 Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2026

New York Stage & Film has unveiled its 2026 Summer Season at Marist University and Bardavon Presents, kicking off with a Benefit Reading of The Maltese Falcon at the Bardavon in Poughkeepsie, NY.

Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2025 Season Award Finalists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2026

The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed the Finalists for its 2025 Season Awards honoring significant achievements in each of the Circle’s season award categories.

Victory Gardens Theater Hires Edward Torres as Interim Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2026

Victory Gardens Theater has hired Edward Torres as interim artistic director. Torres is a well-respected Chicago actor and the former artistic director of Chicago’s Teatro Vista Productions.

Photos: CHINESE REPUBLICANS Celebrates Opening Night Off-Broadway
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 26, 2026

Go inside opening night of the Off-Broadway production of Chinese Republicans, now in performance at Roundabout Theatre Company's Laura Pels Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre.  Check out the opening night festivities in new photos below.

Oakland Theater Project Reveals 2026 Season and New Co-Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Feb 25, 2026

Oakland Theater Project has announced its 2026 Season: The Land of The Free, featuring seven new productions that examine a foundational tenet of America.

THE NOTEBOOK International Premiere & More Set For Theater Group Asia 2026/2027 Season
by Joshua Wright - Jan 29, 2026

Theatre Group Asia has announced its 2026–2027 season, which will feature three international productions that have not previously been staged in the Philippines.

Photos: Anna Zavelson, Jennifer Ikeda and More in Rehearsals for CHINESE REPUBLICANS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2026

Chinese Republicans will be presented at the Laura Pels Theatre in the Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre. Get a first look at photos inside rehearsals here.

Cast Set for OUT HERE World Premiere at Court Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2026

Court Theatre will present the new musical, Out Here. Directed by Chay Yew, this charming and bold take on the American kitchen sink drama brings Court’s 2025/26 season to a conclusion.

Jennifer Ikeda, Ben Langhorst and More to Star in CHINESE REPUBLICANS at Roundabout Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2025

Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the complete cast and design team for the world premiere of Chinese Republicans by Alex Lin, directed by Chay Yew.

Luke Evans Will Make Broadway Debut in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW as 'Frank-N-Furter'
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2025

Roundabout Theatre Company has announced that screen and UK stage star Luke Evans will lead the cast and make his Broadway debut in the role of  “Frank-N-Furter” in the upcoming production of Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show

Beth Malone, Isabelle McCalla, and More Join FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 17, 2025

The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the complete casting and more details about the lineup for the 37th Annual FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS. Learn more here!

East West Players Sets New Dates for David Henry Hwang’s Updated FLOWER DRUM SONG
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2025

East West Players has announced updates to its upcoming production lineup, along with a special celebration highlighting 60 years of artistic achievement. Learn more here!

Roundabout Reveals Dates for THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW, FALLEN ANGELS and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025

Roundabout Theatre Company has revealed the dates for the remainder of productions during its 2025-2026 season both on and off Broadway. Learn more here!

Review: FANCY DANCER at The Seattle Rep & Seattle Children's Theatre
by Jay Irwin - Sep 25, 2025

Dear Readers, what did you want to be when you grew up? Firefighter? Doctor? Lawyer? Bathroom attendant? Dragon? All worthy goals. But how many of us made it there? Currently at the Seattle Rep, in conjunction with Seattle Children’s Theatre, there’s a world premiere play from critically acclaimed playwright Larissa FastHorse, “Fancy Dancer”, that touches on her own struggle with that question. And while sometimes these shows can end up being someone else’s therapy on stage, something I loathe, here she takes us through such a thrilling journey that I didn’t so much mind the exorcising of some demons.

Inside a World Premiere Play: Larissa FastHorse and Burgandi Trejo Phoenix on Bringing FANCY DANCER to Life
by Team BWW - Sep 17, 2025

We sat down with playwright Larissa FastHorse and actor Burgandi Trejo Phoenix—who alternate starring in the role of Lara in Fancy Dancer—to chat about working on world premieres, telling your own story, and the importance of community and intergenerational experiences.

National Alliance For Musical Theatre Announces Creative Teams For 37th Annual Festival Of New Musicals
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2025

The National Alliance for Musical Theatre has announced the creative teams and emerging artist participants for the 37th Annual Festival of New Musicals, which will be held Thursday, October 23 and Friday, October 24, 2025, at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street).

Stage Directors and Choreographers Society Releases 65 FOR THE 65TH in Honor of Union’s Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 9, 2025

The Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC) has announced the release of 65 for the 65th, a celebratory publication honoring 65 directors and choreographers whose work has transformed the American theatre.

Center Theatre Group Will Host WALK WITH ME CTG Audio Experience
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2025

Center Theatre Group will host Walk With Me CTG: An Interactive Audio Experience beginning this month outside of the Mark Taper Forum and Ahmanson Theatre on the Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center.