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Limited Edition Al Hirschfeld Prints Signed By Broadway Stars, Now Up For Bids
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2021


The auction launches Thursday, July 1, 2021 and runs through Thursday, July 15. Learn more about how to bid here!

Al Hirschfeld Foundation Presents New Exhibition IT GOES SO FAST: OUR TOWN BY HIRSCHFELD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2021


The Al Hirschfeld Foundation is presenting its latest online exhibition, 'It Goes So Fast: Our Town by Hirschfeld.' Now live through May 15, the exhibition features Hirschfeld's reflections of the legendary Thornton Wilder drama featuring artists including Frances Conroy, Henry Fonda, Spalding Gray, Helen Hayes, and more.

Al Hirschfeld Foundation Presents Online Exhibition A NATIONAL INSANITY: 75 YEARS OF SEARCHING FOR NINA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2020


The Al Hirschfeld Foundation has announced the latest in a series of online exhibitions exploring the work of one of the most iconic artists of the last century, and it is now celebrating one of the funniest aspects of his work in 'A National Insanity: 75 years of Looking For NINA.'

Al Hirschfeld Foundation Presents Online Exhibition, 'West Wing Ha! - Presidents & Their Challengers As Seen By Hirschfeld'
by Stephi Wild - Sep 21, 2020


The Al Hirschfeld Foundation is proud to announce the latest in a series of online exhibitions exploring the work of one of the most iconic artists of the last century. As America engages in one of the most closely-watched presidential elections in history, The Al Hirschfeld Foundation has launched 'West Wing Ha! -  Presidents & Their Challengers As Seen By Hirschfeld.'  

Al Hirschfeld Foundation Presents Online Exhibition LOST IN THE STARS: BLACK THEATRE MAKERS DRAWN BY HIRSCHFELD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2020


The Al Hirschfeld Foundation has announced the latest in a series of online exhibitions exploring the work of one of the most iconic artists of the last century.

Al Hirschfeld Foundation Launches Online Exhibition, SOCIALLY DISTANT THEATER: The Solo Show As Seen By Hirschfeld
by Stephi Wild - May 11, 2020


The Al Hirschfeld Foundation has announced the first in a series of online exhibitions exploring the work of one of the most iconic artists of the last century. On May 11, the Foundation will open a special exhibition for these times: 'SOCIALLY DISTANT THEATER: The Solo Show As Seen By Hirschfeld', a collection of 25 drawings, paintings, collages, and prints documenting a half century of one person shows.

Al Hirschfeld Foundation and Redhouse Arts Center Bring Arts Curriculum to Central New York Schools
by Stephi Wild - Jun 27, 2019


The Al Hirschfeld Foundation has announced a new partnership with Redhouse Arts Center (Tony Award nominee Hunter Foster, Artistic Director; Samara Hannah, Executive Director) in Syracuse, to bring a new and innovative visualperforming arts curriculum to schools throughout the region. Based on Al Hirschfeld's life and work, this visionary curriculum engages K-12 students in a variety of arts activities. Developed in conjunction with the New York City Board of Education, Syracuse is the first region outside of New York City to utilize the curriculum, serving as a pilot to bring the Arts Education Initiative to underserved communities around the country. Funded in Syracuse by the Slutzker Family Foundation, the curriculum will be taught by Redhouse teachers at Redhouse's Summer Camps. Additionally, the two organizations are also developing opportunities to bring this curriculum in to schools across Central New York this Fall.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Julie Musbach - Jun 17, 2019


Get a peek inside the rehearsal room for Shakespeare in the Squares' A Midsummer Night's Dream, the company's fourth production touring London's glorious private squares and gardens.

Full Cast Announced For Shakespeare In The Squares' A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Stephi Wild - May 8, 2019


Shakespeare in the Squares today announces the full cast for A Midsummer Night's Dream, the company's fourth production touring London's glorious private squares and gardens. Tatty Hennessy directs Gemma Barnett (Hermia/Snug/Fairy), Paul Giddings (Theseus/Oberon/Quince), Jodie Jacobs (Bottom/Egeus), Sioned Jones (Hippolyta/Titania), David Leopold (Lysander/Starveling), Riad Ritchie (Demetrius/Snout), Hannah Sinclair Robinson (Helena/Flute) and James Tobin (Puck/Philostrate). The production runs from 19 June to 11 July, with press night at Arundel and Ladbroke Gardens on 25 June.

Hilary Knight Exhibition Gets Extended Through October at New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 6, 2017


Best known as the illustrator of the American classic Eloise, Hilary Knight cites the performing arts as the single greatest influence on his life and career. Now for the first time, Knight's life-long love of the theatrical is the subject of a comprehensive exhibition, which has been extended through October 14, 2017 at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center. Hilary Knight's Stage-Struck World includes original artwork for posters, illustrations for Vanity Fair magazine (where Knight is a contributing editor), Knight's most recent work - three-dimensional portraits in stage-like settings - and costume and set designs for performances and revues that reveal that for Knight, all the world is indeed a stage.

Last Chance To See LATE COMPANY At Trafalgar Studios
by Marianka Swain - Sep 4, 2017


Audiences have only two weeks left to catch the critically acclaimed, West End transfer of Jordan Tannahill's heart-wrenching play, Late Company. Book tickets here!

BWW Review: LATE COMPANY, Trafalgar Studios
by Cindy Marcolina - Aug 25, 2017


Michael Yale gives new life to Jordan Tannahill's Late Company at Trafalgar Studios after a critically acclaimed run at Finborough Theatre earlier this year. The cast is once again inspiring and the production is even more poignant than the last.

Photo Flash: First Look at LATE COMPANY at Trafalgar Studios
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2017


Following its critically acclaimed and sold-out European premiere at Finborough Theatre in April/May 2017, Stage Traffic's production of Late Company, by the award-winning playwright Jordan Tannahill, transfers for its West End debut at Trafalgar Studios 2, opening tonight, 24 August, for a run through 16 September 2017. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

APOLOGIA Leads August's Top 10 New London Shows
by Marianka Swain - Aug 2, 2017


London is never short of theatre temptations, whether splashy West End shows, epic dramas or bold fringe offerings. From a starry drama to musical revivals and family-friendly fun, here are some of this month's most eye-catching openings. Don't forget to check back for BroadwayWorld's reviews…

LATE COMPANY to Transfer to the West End this August
by BWW News Desk - Jun 30, 2017


Following its critically acclaimed and sold-out European premiere at Finborough Theatre in April/May 2017, Stage Traffic's production of Late Company, by the award-winning playwright Jordan Tannahill, will transfer for its West End debut at Trafalgar Studios 2 for a strictly limited run from 21 August - 16 September 2017, with press night on Thursday 24 August.

Last Chance to See the Critically Acclaimed European Premiere of LATE COMPANY at the Finborough Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2017


Audiences have just a few weeks left to enjoy the critically acclaimed European premiere of Canadian playwright Jordan Tannahill's play, Late Company.

BWW Review: LATE COMPANY, Finborough Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - Apr 28, 2017


During its celebrations for Canada's 150th birthday, Finborough Theatre sees the premiere of Late Company. Jordan Tennahill's play is a poignant reflection tackling bullying, sexuality, and teenage suicide from the point of view of the ones who survive the victim.

Photo Flash: First Look at Jordan Tannahill's LATE COMPANY at Finborough Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Apr 26, 2017


As part of the Finborough Theatre's celebrations of Canada's 150th birthday, Canadian playwright Jordan Tannahill, 'the hottest name in Canadian theatre,' debuts his play, Late Company, at the Finborough Theatre, for a strictly limited season now through 20 May 2017, with press nights on 27 & 28 April. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Hilary Knight's STAGE STRUCK WORLD Special Exhibit Begins Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2017


Hilary Knight, the well known and honored illustrator, will have a special exhibition: "Hilary Knight's Stage Struck World" begins today, Tuesday, April 25th at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center, 40 Lincoln Plaza (Broadway bet 63rd & 65th Streets).

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal for LATE COMPANY at Finborough Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Apr 12, 2017


As part of the Finborough Theatre's celebrations of Canada's 150th birthday, Canadian playwright Jordan Tannahill, 'the hottest name in Canadian theatre,' will debut his play, Late Company, at the Finborough Theatre, for a strictly limited season from 25 April - 20 May 2017, with press nights on 27 April/28 April. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the company in rehearsal below!

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