David Zayas

Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet at the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - May 18, 2026

The best of the New York City theatre community gathered at Town Hall for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards. Stars in attendance included John Lithgow, Norbert Leo Butz, Alex Brightman, Beth Leavel, Donna McKechnie, and more. Check out photos here!

Sierra Boggess, Liz Callaway and More to Perform at 70th Drama Desk Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026

The Drama Desk Awards has revealed the line-up of special performances and tributes for the 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards, taking place Sunday, May 17, 2026 at The Town Hall.

Raúl Esparza, Norbert Leo Butz, Beth Leavel and More to Present at 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2026

The 70th Annual Drama Desk Awards is set to be the largest gathering in the organization's seven-decade history — with the most Drama Desk winners and nominees, past and present, ever assembled for the ceremony.

Kyra Sedgwick and More To Star in THE DEMAND OF AVARICE as Part of Cherry Lane Alternative Relaunch
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026

Cherry Lane Alternative is relaunching with The Tongues reading series, featuring a staged reading of The Demand of Avarice, written by Matthew McLachlan, directed by David Zayas Jr., and starring Kyra Sedgwick and more.

HAT PIN: A VAMPIRE FARCE Set For Chain Theatre’s Winter One-Act Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 28, 2026

Hat Pin: A Vampire Farce will be presented as part of Chain Theatre’s Winter One-Act Festival in New York City. Written by Elizabeth Bays and directed by David Zayas Jr..

Alison Pill, Ngozi Anyanwu and More to be Featured in LAB: STRIPPED Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 21, 2026

59E59 Theaters and Co-Op Resident Company LAByrinth Theater Company will present the return of LAB: STRIPPED, LAByrinth's annual new play development series, now in its third season at 59E59 Theaters. 

Jesse Eisenberg, Ralph Macchio, Carol Kane, and More Will Headline 2026 Chain Winter One-Act Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2026

The 2026 Chain Winter One-Act Festival will feature Jesse Eisenberg, Jose Rivera, Christopher Goutman, and Lyle Kessler, with performances by Ralph Macchio, Cady McClain, and Carol Kane from February 5 to March 1.

Photos: Anna Chlumsky, Julia Lester and More on the QUEENS Red Carpet
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 6, 2025

Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the Off-Broadway production of Queens, by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok, and directed by Trip Cullman. See photos of the company on the red carpet.

Photos: MTC's QUEENS Opening Night Curtain Call and Party
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 6, 2025

Manhattan Theatre Club is presenting the Off-Broadway production of Queens, by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok, and directed by Trip Cullman. See photos of Julia Lester, Marin Ireland, Anna Chlumsky and more at the opening night curtain call and after party!

Photos: Sarah Snook & More at ALL HER FAULT New York Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2025

On Monday, November 3, Peacock celebrated the New York premiere screening of the Peacock original limited series, All Her Fault, starring and executive produced by Tony Award winner Sarah Snook. Check out photos from the evening here.

Labyrinth Theater Company Reveals 33rd Season And New Co-Artistic Directors
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2025

Labyrinth Theater Company (LAB) has announced its 33rd season of new work, marking the first under new Co-Artistic Directors Neil Tyrone Pritchard and Dina Janis.

The Lanford Wilson New American Play Festival Announces New Leadership And Call For 2026-27 Submissions
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2025

The Lanford Wilson New American Play Festival at the Dobbins Conservatory of Southeast Missouri State University has new leadership: Co-Artistic Directors Charles Goforth and Tim Nicolai and Managing Director Lisa Fischel. Kenneth L. Stilson returns in the capacity of Founding Executive Director. Former Artistic Director Kitt Lavoie departs after shepherding the festival from an idea to five successful seasons and a national profile.

HUFF PUFF MUFFIN Premieres In Program #5 At Chain Theatre's Summer One Act Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 1, 2025

Huff Puff Muffin will make its world premiere this July as part of the Chain Theatre’s Summer One Act Festival. Performances will take place July 10, 16, and 26 at Chain Theatre in Midtown Manhattan.

Photos: The Classical Theatre Of Harlem Hosts Star-Studded HOLD 'EM IN HARLEM
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2025

Last week (May 22nd), The Classical Theatre of Harlem welcomed artists, philanthropists, and poker lovers to the seventh annual Hold ‘Em in Harlem fundraiser—a high-energy evening of Texas Hold ’Em, community, and culture held at the stunning Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel. Check out photos from the event.

Ben Stiller, Richard Kind & Liza Colón-Zayas Join LAByrinth Theater Company 2025 CELEBRITY CHARADES Gala
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2025

LAByrinth Theater Company has announced the return of its signature fundraising event, Celebrity Charades, happening on Monday, May 19, 2025, at the Edison Ballroom.

2025 CHAIN SUMMER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL to Open in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2025

Chain Theatre has opened submissions for the prestigious 2025 CHAIN SUMMER ONE-ACT FESTIVAL. Learn more about the festival coming to New York this summer!

David Zayas Jr. to Direct COMIC SHOP by Matthew McLachlan at BrooklynONE Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2025

brooklynONE productions will present “Comic Shop”, a new play by Matthew McLachlan, directed by David Zayas Jr. Learn more and see how to attend the readings.

Photos: Stars Walk the Red Carpet on Opening Night of OPERATION MINCEMEAT
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 24, 2025

Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical officially opened at the Golden Theatre last week. BroadwayWorld was there for the star-studded guest arrivals, which included Jesse Eisenberg, Samuel L. Jackson, Lorna Luft, Dylan Mulvaney and many more. Check out photos here!

Nylon Fusion Theatre Company and Pioneer Playhouse Present THE VOICES INSIDE PLAY FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025

Nylon Fusion Theatre Company, in collaboration with Pioneer Playhouse, invites you to experience The Voices Inside Play Festival, an evening that breaks the silence of incarceration through the art of theater.

Neil Patrick Harris To Guest Star in DEXTER: RESURRECTION Series
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 4, 2025

Dexter: Resurrection has recruited Tony-Award winner Neil Patrick Harris to guest star on an episode of the Showtime original series in the role of Lowell. The series will debut this summer.