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Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, and More Take Home Equity Jeff Awards

by Stephi Wild — October 1, 2024

The winners have been announced for the 2024 Joseph Jefferson Equity Awards, more commonly known as the Equity Jeff Awards.

Berkeley Rep to Present the West Coast Premiere of THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 4, 2024

Mary Zimmerman will return to Berkeley Rep this fall with The Matchbox Magic Flute.

56th Jeff Awards Nominations Revealed

by Chloe Rabinowitz — August 6, 2024

The Jeff Awards revealed nominations for their 56th anniversary, celebrating excellence in Chicago's Equity theaters.

Review: THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE at Shakespeare Theatre/Klein Theatre

by Mary Lincer — May 25, 2024

What did our critic think of THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE at Shakespeare Theatre/Klein Theatre?

INTO THE WOODS, FAT HAM & More Set for Oregon Shakespeare Festival 2025 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 21, 2024

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival announces its 2025 season, celebrating its 90th anniversary with nine productions, including Shakespearean works, classics, August Wilson, and INTO THE WOODS, from March 7 to October 26.

Shakespeare Theatre Company Welcomes The Cast Of THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE

by A.A. Cristi — April 30, 2024

Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced the cast of THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE.

Review: THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE at Goodman Theatre

by Rachel Weinberg — February 28, 2024

Director Mary Zimmerman returns to the Goodman with the whimsical and inventive THE MATCHBOX MAGIC FLUTE.

Review: GYPSY A MUSICAL FABLE at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL

by Tina St. Angelo Wetzel — August 31, 2023

What did our critic think of GYPSY A MUSICAL FABLE at Marriott Theatre, Lincolnshire IL?

Review: LUCY AND CHARLIE'S HONEYMOON at Lookingglass Theatre Company

by Rachel Weinberg — June 18, 2023

Lucy and Charlie are Asian American newlyweds on that “Vigilante Sh*t” (to borrow from Taylor Swift) in Matthew C.

SDCF Reveals 2022-2023 Professional Development Program Cycle 2 Recipients

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 15, 2023

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation has revealed the recipients of the 2022-2023 Professional Development Program Cycle 2 opportunities.

Photos: First Look at HENRY V at Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival

by Stephi Wild — June 6, 2023

Henry V, written by William Shakespeare and directed by Davis McCallum, began performances on Wednesday May 31, with an opening night on Sunday June 4.

Casts Announced for Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival 2023 Summer Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — March 16, 2023

The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival has announced casting for their 2023 Season.

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation Professional Development Program 2022-2023 Season Cycle 2 Opportunities Now Open

by A.A. Cristi — February 9, 2023

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) is now accepting applications for its Professional Development Program 2022-2023 Season Cycle 2.

Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival Announces 2023 Summer Season Featuring World Premiere of PENELOPE & More

by Chloe Rabinowitz — November 10, 2022

The Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival has announced their 2023 Season, which will feature a double-bill of Shakespeare plays, a World Premiere, HVSF2 Readings, an Educational Tour, and two interactive, site-specific events bookending the season.

Lookingglass Theatre Announces Cast For THE STEADFAST TIN SOLDIER

by Stephi Wild — November 3, 2022

Lookingglass Theatre Company has announced the cast for the return of Chicago's beloved holiday tradition, The Steadfast Tin Soldier! The ensemble cast features Lookingglass Ensemble Members Kasey Foster as Ballerina and Anthony Irons as Goblin, with Christopher Donahue as Nursem