New York State Theatre

Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Stages Houston
by Jonathan Netek - Dec 6, 2025

It’s a Wonderful Way to Celebrate the Season.

MOONSHINE & MISTLETOE (An Appalachian Christmas Celebration) Album Out Now
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025

Originally conceived by DJ Salisbury and Larry Moore, Moonshine & Mistletoe (An Appalachian Christmas Celebration) features a score woven from the authentic, hauntingly beautiful music of Appalachian mountain folk.

Greg Banks Is Recipient Of American Alliance for Theatre & Education 2024 Charlotte B. Chorpenning Playwright Award
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 19, 2024

The new production of THE LION KING is set to captivate audiences with its stunning visuals and powerful performances. Discover the latest updates and behind-the-scenes insights into this beloved musical.

How Often Do Shows Tour Before Coming to Broadway?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - May 26, 2024

This time, the reader question was: How often do shows like The Wiz start on tour before coming to Broadway?

Review: Comedy Tonight! MasterVoices Does THE FROGS, Or Why Isn't Sondheim at the Met?
by Richard Sasanow - Nov 7, 2023

MasterVoices, under Ted Sperling, found THE FROGS irresistible—and the result was a hit, or, as Shakespeare wrote in “Hamlet”: “A hit, a very palpable hit.” With its libretto by Burt Shevelove and Nathan Lane (and Nathan Lane again), it fit the stage of Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Rose Theatre very nicely indeed.

Review: X Marks the Spot at Met Premiere of 'X: Life and Times of Malcolm X'
by Richard Sasanow - Nov 5, 2023

It’s taken a long time for X: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF MALCOLM X—the rediscovered and revised ‘80s work by Anthony Davis, Thulani Davis and Christopher Davis, in Robert O’Hara’s production and conducted by Kazem Abdullah--to cross the plaza from what was the old City Opera at New York State Theatre to a premiere at the Metropolitan Opera.

Photos: First Look at Saratoga Shakespeare Company's TWELFTH NIGHT
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 17, 2023

Saratoga Shakespeare Company has announced its 2023 Summer Season consisting of a two-week production of Twelfth Night, William Shakespeare's timeless comedy of love and loss, mistaken identities, and siblings reunited. See photos of the production.

Saratoga Shakespeare Presents TWELFTH NIGHT
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 16, 2023

Saratoga Shakespeare Company has announced its 2023 Summer Season consisting of a two-week production of Twelfth Night, William Shakespeare's 'timeless comedy of love and loss, mistaken identities, and siblings reunited.

TWELFTH NIGHT to be Presented at Saratoga Shakespeare Company in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2023

Saratoga Shakespeare Company has revealed its 2023 Summer Season consisting of a two-week production of Twelfth Night, William Shakespeare's timeless comedy of love and loss, mistaken identities, and siblings reunited.

Ali Ewoldt, Jelani Remy & More to Take Part in Prospect Theater's 2023 Spring Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2023

Prospect Theater Company's annual Spring Gala will be co-hosted by Ali Ewoldt and Jelani Remy, and will feature presenters including Renée Elise Goldsberry, Telly Leung and more. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Puccini's TOSCA to Open at San Diego Opera Next Month Starring Michelle Bradley and Greer Grimsley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2023

San Diego Opera’s 2022-2023 Season will continue with Puccini’s Tosca on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances.

George Takei, Georgia Stitt & More to be Honored at Prospect Theater Company Spring Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2023

Prospect Theater Company's annual Spring Gala will honor four extraordinary members of the theatre community with the second annual Muse Awards.

Puccini's TOSCA Continues San Diego Opera Season March 25, 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2023

San Diego Opera's 2022-2023 Season continues with Puccini's Tosca on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the San Diego Civic Theatre for four performances.

54 CELEBRATES MEL BROOKS, Brian Letendre, and More to Play 54 Below Next Week
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 21, 2023

Next week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. 

League of Professional Theatre Women Launches Pay Equity Survey
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2022

As part of its mission to advocate for parity in employment, compensation and recognition for women theatre practitioners through industry-wide initiatives and public policy, the League of Professional Theatre Women (LPTW) announces the launch of an industry-wide, comprehensive pay equity research study. 

League of Professional Theatre Women Launches Pay Equity Study
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2022

As part of its mission to advocate for parity in employment, compensation and recognition for women theatre practitioners through industry-wide initiatives and public policy, the League of Professional Theatre Women has launched an industry-wide, comprehensive pay equity research study. 

South Coast Repertory Presents SNOW WHITE Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 26, 2022

South Coast Repertory gives a children's classic a modern twist with its Theatre for Young Audiences and Families production of Snow White. Adapted by Greg Banks and directed by H. Adam Harris, Snow White runs Nov. 4-20 on the Julianne Argyros Stage.

Round The Bend Theatre Presents THE MIGHTY LAMBS in Catskill This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2022

Saugerties' Round the Bend Theatre will present a staged reading of David Bunce's “The Mighty Lambs” on Saturday July 9 and Sunday July 10 at Bridge Street Theatre in Catskill. Curtain for both performances will be at 7:30pm. Bunce, a Capitol Region playwright and actor, and winner of BroadwayWorld.com's Best New Play of 2019 for “Red Maple”, has created, in his latest work, an homage to the pubs of Ireland and the effort to save them.

Second Generation Productions (2g) Presents INFLECTIONS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2021

These 2g commissioned pieces will be presented online from June 28-30, 2021 as part of the Consortium of Asian American Theatres & Artists (CAATA)'s 'Healing Over Hate' Virtual Series.

Lar Lubovitch Dance Company To Present A Digital Program Of Highlights From Three Acclaimed Works
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2021

The Lar Lubovitch Dance Company will present a unique compilation of highlights from the broadcast premieres of three acclaimed works by Lar Lubovitch including the duet from Concerto Six Twenty-Two, danced by the Lubovitch company; Othello, performed by San Francisco Ballet; and The Planets, created for an ensemble of both ice skaters and non-skating dancers from the US and Canada.