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PlayPenn New Play Development Conference to Offer 19 Free Public Events in Philadelphia
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026

PlayPenn's New Play Development Conference returns to Philadelphia with 19 free public events featuring six new play presentations, workshops, and conversations timed to the nation's 250th anniversary.
LETTERS FROM MAX to Open Ancram Center for the Arts Mainstage Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 7, 2026

Sarah Ruhl's LETTERS FROM MAX, adapted from her book written with poet Max Ritvo, will open Ancram Center for the Arts' summer mainstage season, directed by co-director Paul Ricciardi.
THE REVLON GIRL Return and More Set For Park Theatre's Park90 Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026

Park Theatre announced its Park90 autumn season, featuring four theatre productions and four comedy hours. THE REVLON GIRL returns with its original cast, and more. Learn more here.
THE SILENCE AND THE NOISE and BIRDCATCHER to Tour UK
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026

Papatango Theatre Company and Pentabus announced a new collaboration to produce and tour two world premieres by prize-winning playwrights Tom Powell and Laura Waldren to venues across the UK.
Cast and Creative Team Set for MALA ARIA at Premiere Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 29, 2026

Premiere Stages at Kean University revealed the cast and creative team for Mala Aria, a new play by Gloria Majule, directed by Jamil A.C. Mangan, featuring Nazira Cisse, Shiro Kihagi, Eugene Nesmith, and Anita Welch-Smith.
Roger Q. Mason, Sarah Mantell and More to Join PlayPenn's 2026 New Play Conference
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2026

PlayPenn’s nationally recognized New Play Development Conference will bring together readings of new plays alongside a citywide series of civic gatherings, workshops, artist exchanges, and public conversations focusing on art and democracy.
GREATER CLEMENTS, THE WELKIN and WITCH Set for Actors' Reading Collective's 2026 Outside the Box Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2026

The Actors' Reading Collective announced a Summer Reading Series, bringing staged readings to Bay Area audiences. The series will present works performed by local theater artists.
JAW New Play Festival To Return At Portland Center Stage
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 21, 2026

Portland Center Stage announced the 26th annual JAW New Play Festival at The Armory. This year’s festival features readings of four dynamic new plays in development by local and national writers, a showcase of short works from up-and-coming teen playwrights, inspiring Community Artist Labs, and a wide array of Press Play community events.
Heidi Schreck Receives Theater Masters' Standing Ovation Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2026

Playwright and actor Heidi Schreck, best known for What the Constitution Means to Me, received Theater Masters' Standing Ovation Award at a ceremony in New York City, with speakers including playwright Annie Baker.
Theater Masters Honors Playwright Heidi Schreck With Standing Ovation Award
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026

Theater Masters presented playwright Heidi Schreck with its Standing Ovation Award, recognizing her contributions to American theatre, including WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME, which earned two Tony nominations and a Pulitzer Prize finalist nod.
American Theater Group to Host SPOTLIGHT ON NJ Play Reading Series
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026

American Theater Group will present its Spotlight on NJ Play Reading Series, featuring three plays by New Jersey playwrights. The series offers audiences a chance to hear new works in development.
Photos: LADY DISDAIN Now Playing at Asolo Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2026

All new photos have been released from Asolo Repertory Theatre's Rolling World Premiere of Lady Disdain, written by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Sean Daniels. Performances will continue through June. Check out the photos here!
LANNY, PERICLES, and More Set For English Touring Theatre 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2026

English Touring Theatre announced a season of five plays, including world premieres of APPLICATION 39, LANNY, and PERICLES, alongside a new production of ROMEO AND JULIET, touring venues across the UK.
Urbanite Theatre to Launch Season 13 With New Lineup of Productions
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026

Urbanite Theatre announced its Season 13 lineup, continuing its run of intimate, thought-provoking work in Sarasota, FL. Full details on the upcoming season's productions are now available.
Reimagined THE FANTASTICKS and GLORIA Will Make Broadway Premieres as Part of Second Stage's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026

Second Stage Theater has announced five productions for its upcoming 48th Season, including the Broadway premieres of The Fantasticks and Gloria. Learn more about the full season here!
ANATOMY OF A SUICIDE Cast and Creative Team Revealed for Chicago Run
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2026

The Metal Shop Performance Lab and JunkHeart announced the full cast and creative team for Alice Birch's ANATOMY OF A SUICIDE, directed by Alex Mallory at Redtwist Theatre in Chicago.
WAM Theatre Announces 2026 Summer Programming
by Marissa Faith Curley - May 30, 2026

WAM Theatre has announced its 2026 summer programming, featuring the return of the Fresh Takes Play Reading Series at Ventfort Hall and the launch of the Fertile Ground New Works Residency Program at the ’62 Center.
Eboni Booth, Roger Q. Mason and More to Headline PlayPenn's 2026 New Play Development Conference
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2026

PlayPenn's 2026 New Play Development Conference, themed 'Democracy in Action,' will feature new works by Roger Q. Mason and more, plus an interview with Pulitzer Prize winner Eboni Booth, across Philadelphia and New York City.
THE PROM to Open at Connecticut Theatre Company in New Britain
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 19, 2026

Connecticut Theatre Company will present The Prom, with book by Chad Beguelin and Bob Martin and music by Matthew Sklar, at the historic Repertory Theatre in New Britain. Tickets start at $26.
Premiere Stages at Kean University To Present Three New Plays for 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2026

Premiere Stages at Kean University announced its 2026 season, featuring three full productions including MALA ARIA, the 2025 Play Festival winner, and the New Jersey premiere of FLAWLESS, a cautionary tale about AI and creativity.

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