Amanda A. Lederer

STAGE TUBE: Inside Look - THE WOODSMAN Original Off-Broadway Solo Recording Tugs the Heart Strings

The original music from off-Broadway's THE WOODSMAN - The Tragic Story of The Tin Man is available in a solo recording, composed and performed by violinist Edward W. Hardy. The album is produced by Jim McElwaine, and recorded and mixed by Jonathan Jetter at Right Angle Recording, New York, NY. Click below to listen to Hardy play a beautiful selection from the album in the recording studio! 

The Mother Line Story Project Comes to HERE Arts Center as Part of SANCTUARY

Following sold-out performances at The PIT, Dixon Place, and Abingdon Theater Co. THE MOTHER LINE STORY PROJECT is coming to the HERE Arts Center Main Stage in a double bill with Alicia Raquel as part of Sanctuary for a one-night-only engagement on Thursday, February 9th at 8:30pm.

THE WOODSMAN's Eliza Simpson to Bring MOTHER LINE STORY PROJECT to Abingdon

Following sold-out performances at The PIT and Dixon Place, THE MOTHER LINE STORY PROJECT is coming to the Abingdon Theatre Company's Dorothy Strelsin Theatre (312 West 36th Street) for a one-night-only engagement today, December 2 at 7pm.

Cast Announced for THE MOTHER LINE STORY Project at Abingdon

Following sold-out performances at The PIT and Dixon Place, THE MOTHER LINE STORY PROJECT is coming to the Abingdon Theatre Company's Dorothy Strelsin Theatre (312 West 36th Street) for a one-night-only engagement on Friday, December 2 at 7pm. Created and performed by members of The Mother Line Story Project, this evening of unique stories celebrating women is based on an original concept by Eliza Simpson (co-star of Off-Broadway's The Woodsman). Kel Haney is set to direct.

THE WOODSMAN's Eliza Simpson to Bring MOTHER LINE STORY PROJECT to Abingdon

Following sold-out performances at The PIT and Dixon Place, THE MOTHER LINE STORY PROJECT is coming to the Abingdon Theatre Company's Dorothy Strelsin Theatre (312 West 36th Street) for a one-night-only engagement on Friday, December 2 at 7pm.

Company Behind THE WOODSMAN Previews New Work at 2016 'aPlay & aParty' Event This Weekend

Strangemen & Co., the company behind the critically acclaimed, Obie Award-winning production of The Woodsman, once again welcomes audiences into their creative process as they present their Fourth Annual aPlay & aParty tonight, October 14 and tomorrow, October 15 at 8 PM at The Bernie Wohl Center (647 Columbus Avenue).

The Broadwaysted Podcast Welcomes StrangeMen & Co.'s James Ortiz and Amanda Adele Lederer

This week the Broadwaysted crew welcomes Titans of the NYC indie theatre scene, StrangeMen & Co.'s James Ortiz and Amanda Adele Lederer! We pour out some tequila and talk about StrangeMen's critically-acclaimed hit, The Woodsman, from the conception to the experience of being documented and streamed on BroadwayHD.

Company Behind THE WOODSMAN to Preview New Work at 2016 'aPlay & aParty' Event

Strangemen & Co., the company behind the critically acclaimed, Obie Award-winning production of The Woodsman, once again welcomes audiences into their creative process as they present their Fourth Annual aPlay & aParty on Friday, October 14 and Saturday, October 15 at 8 PM at The Bernie Wohl Center (647 Columbus Avenue).

THE WOODSMAN Creators, Strangemen & Co., Will Present Fourth Annual aPlay & aParty

Strangemen & Co., the company that brought you the critically acclaimed, Obie Award-winning production of THE WOODSMAN, once again welcomes you into their process as they present their Fourth Annual aPlay & aParty.

Off-Broadway's THE WOODSMAN Continues 'Theater Close-Up' on THIRTEEN Tonight

Theater Close-Up -- the unique collaboration between THIRTEEN and the large community of New York City area Off-Broadway theaters -- will present The Woodsman, captured live on-stage in partnership with streaming service BroadwayHD, in THIRTEEN's trademark 'up-close' style.

Off-Broadway's THE WOODSMAN to Continue 'Theater Close-Up' on THIRTEEN

Theater Close-Up -- the unique collaboration between THIRTEEN and the large community of New York City area Off-Broadway theaters -- will present The Woodsman, captured live on-stage in partnership with streaming service BroadwayHD, in THIRTEEN's trademark 'up-close' style.

Photo Coverage: THE WOODSMAN Company Celebrates 100 Performances Off Broadway!

Following two sold-out NYC engagements, The Woodsman, will conclude its critically-lauded Off-Broadway run on Sunday, May 29, 2016 (following the 7:30pm performance) at New World Stages - Stage 5 (340 West 50th Street, NYC). The production began performances on Wednesday, January 27, 2016 and just celebrated it's 100th performance over the weekend. Check out photos from the special night below!

THE WOODSMAN to Conclude Off-Broadway Run in May

Following two sold-out NYC engagements, The Woodsman, will conclude its critically-lauded Off-Broadway run on Sunday, May 29, 2016 (following the 7:30pm performance) at New World Stages - Stage 5 (340 West 50th Street, NYC). The production began performances on Wednesday, January 27, 2016 and officially opened on Monday, February 8, 2016.

TV: Rosie O'Donnell Goes Behind-the-Scenes with THE WOODSMAN Creator James Ortiz

The critically acclaimed new play THE WOODSMAN is a uniquely inventive retelling of the origins of Oz's Tin Woodsman, currently playing at Off-Broadway's New World Stages - Stage 5 (340 West 50th Street, NYC). Rosie O'Donnell, who is obsessed with the show, offered to sit down with the show's star, creator, designer and director James Hortiz to learn about the magical world he has created. Watch the interview below!

Photo Flash Exclusive: The Princess Meets Her Tin-Man: Laura Osnes Visits THE WOODSMAN Off-Broadway!

Laura Osnes who will perform in "The Broadway Princess Party" at 54 Below on March 13, got up close and personal with the main (metal) man himself on Wednesday evening at THE WOODSMAN Off-Broadway. Like a true princess, Osnes taught the Tin Man how to take a proper selfie. BroadwayWorld brings you exclusive photos from her visit below!

TV: Go Back to the Origins of Oz with Highlights from THE WOODSMAN Off-Broadway

The critically acclaimed new play The Woodsman is a uniquely inventive retelling of the origins of Oz's Tin Woodsman, currently playing  at Off-Broadway's New World Stages - Stage 5 (340 West 50th Street, NYC). Based on the beloved writings of L. Frank Baum, The Woodsman tells the origin story of the Tin Man, the woman he loved, and the witch that would stop at nothing to keep them apart. Back by popular demand, Strangemen & Co. brings this hauntingly beautiful Land of Oz to life through spectacular puppetry and original music. Click below to watch highlights from the production!

Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet for THE WOODSMAN!

The critically acclaimed play THE WOODSMAN, a uniquely inventive retelling of the origins of Oz's Tin Woodsman, officially opened last night, February 8, 2016, at Off-Broadway's New World Stages - Stage 5 (340 West 50th Street). BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos from the red carpet below!

Photo Coverage: The Tin Man Returns! Company of THE WOODSMAN Takes Opening Night Bows!

The critically acclaimed play THE WOODSMAN, a uniquely inventive retelling of the origins of Oz's Tin Woodsman, officially opened last night, February 8, 2016, at Off-Broadway's New World Stages - Stage 5 (340 West 50th Street). BroadwayWorld was there for the special night and you can check out photos from curtain call and after party below!

Review Roundup: THE WOODSMAN Opens Off-Broadway

The critically acclaimed play THE WOODSMAN, a uniquely inventive retelling of the origins of Oz's Tin Woodsman, officially opens tonight, February 8, 2016, at Off-Broadway's New World Stages. Let's see what the critics had to say...

THE WOODSMAN Opens Off-Broadway Tonight at New World Stages

The critically acclaimed play THE WOODSMAN, a uniquely inventive retelling of the origins of Oz's Tin Woodsman, officially opens tonight, February 8, 2016, at Off-Broadway's New World Stages - Stage 5 (340 West 50th Street).