Charlotte Cushman

New Play AFFECTING EXPRESSION Will Premiere In New York With A Full Production At The Tank
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 20, 2024

The Tank will present the new tragicomedy AFFECTING EXPRESSION, exploring the lives of three 19th-century queer female artists, from October 7th to October 13th. Written by Eliana Cohen-Orth and directed by Eliyana Abraham.

New Hampshire Theatre Project Cleebrates Pride Month With ROMEO AND HER SISTER
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2024

New Hampshire Theatre Project will conclude its 2023-24 season themed “What’s Your Story?” and celebrates Pride Month with Romeo and Her Sister, a new work by Jillian Blevins that explores the rarely told story of Charlotte Cushman, one of the most famous American actors in the world in the mid-1800’s. 

New Hampshire Theatre Project Presents ROMEO AND HER SISTER By Jillian Blevins
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024

NH Theatre Project wraps up its season with ROMEO & HER SISTER, a historical dramedy.

NH Theatre Project to Conclude Season With ROMEO & HER SISTER
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024

NH Theatre Project will wrap up its season with ROMEO & HER SISTER, a unique historical dramedy that offers a fresh twist on classic themes. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Hedgerow Theatre Extends Production Of Enda Walsh's THE NEW ELECTRIC BALLROOM
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 24, 2024

Hedgerow Theatre Company is currently presenting The New Electric Ballroom, a modern classic from the pen of Irish playwright Enda Walsh. Learn more about the extension here!

Full Cast Announced For New Queer Play AFFECTING EXPRESSION By Kitchen Sink Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 9, 2024

Kitchen Sink Theatre Company announces complete casting for the industry reading of AFFECTING EXPRESSION, a queer play written by Eliana Cohen-Orth and directed by Eliyana Abraham. The reading will take place on February 24th, 2024 at The Sheen Center in New York City.

Hedgerow Theatre to Kick Off The New Year With Enda Walsh's THE NEW ELECTRIC BALLROOM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2024

Hedgerow Theatre presents Enda Walsh’s The New Electric Ballroom, a modern classic that explores the complexities of women of a certain age. Directed by Emma Gibson, this production features an all-female design and production team.

Inis Nua Theatre to Present Pop-Up Play in a Pub Series at Fergie's Pub
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2023

Join Inis Nua Theatre for a one-of-a-kind experience as they bring their pop-up play series to Fergie's Pub. Enjoy comedic theatre performances along with delicious handmade pies and cold pints. Don't miss this unique blend of entertainment and pub culture.

THE LADY WAS A GENTLEMAN is Fabulous Fun at Strand Theater in Baltimore
by Cybele Pomeroy - May 9, 2023

The year is 1858. Charlotte Cushman, renowned performer in the US and abroad, plays male roles onstage as often as female roles, and prefers them. Strand Theater Company produces Barbara Kahn's script, which is built for humor, and spotlights an underappreciated American heroine. This female-centric production is triumphant queer comic theater.

THE LADY WAS A GENLTEMAN Comes to The Strand Theater
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2023

The Strand Theater Company continues its 15th Anniversary Season as Baltimore's women-centric company with the production of The Lady Was a Gentleman by Barbara Kahn. Directed by Emma Hooks.

Philadelphia Premiere of HYMN to be Presented at Inis Nua Theatre This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2023

Inis Nua Theatre Company willpresent the final mainstage production of its 19th season with the Philadelphia premiere of Hymn, written by British playwright Lolita Chakrabarti.

Barbara Kahn's THE TIME TRAVELERS CLUB Turns Back the Clock In Greenwich Village
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2023

Walking around New York City can be a kind of time travel, as we see old buildings still standing and sometimes what appears when other old buildings are demolished. But if you could step into a time machine and travel back in time for real, to a particular place and meet particular people, where, when and who would that be?

Chelsea Factory Announces 2023 Resident Artists And Winter Programming
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2022

Continuing its commitment to supporting New York City-based artists and community organizations in myriad ways, Chelsea Factory has announced the six new individuals and groups that comprise its 2023 Resident Artists, as well as a host of artistic partnerships that will bring the venue to life over the course of the next year.

Inis Nua Theatre Company to Present 10 DATES WITH MAD MARY as Part of Pop-Up Play in a Pub
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2022

Inis Nua Theatre Company will open its 19th season with the American premiere of 10 Dates With Mad Mary, written by Yasmine Akram. This comedy play tells the story of Mary McArdle, an antisocial young woman trying to find a date for her best friend’s wedding. The show runs from October 26, 2022 until November 6, for a total of eight performances.

Kathryn MacMillan Named New Artistic Director of Inis Nua Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2022

Inis Nua Theatre Company has announced new leadership for its much anticipated 19th season. After a nation-wide search, the Board of Directors has named Kathryn (KC) MacMillan is its new Artistic Director.

Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs to Present A COUPLE OF SWELLS at Act II Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2022

Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA has announced that Tony Braithwaite and Jennifer Childs are now onstage in a new comedy cabaret, 'A Couple of Swells.'

Applied Mechanics to Present Multi-Year, Multi-Modal Experience, OTHER ORBITS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2022

Applied Mechanics are in the midst of presenting a multi-year, multi-modal theatrical experience that is literally creating a new world from the ground up.

New Comedy THE WAY I WALK to Debut at 1812
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2021

1812 Productions will present The Way I Walk. The first in a series of related projects premiering over the coming years, The Way I Walk will be performed live nightly for a streaming audience. The show will play from April 29 through May 23rd. Opening Night will be Wednesday, May 5 at 7:00pm.

EgoPo Classic Theater Announces Beckett's ROCKABY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2021

EgoPo Classic Theater has announced the cast for their live solo-audience, walk-up window production of Samuel Beckett’s intensive 10-minute classic, Rockaby. EgoPo’s version of this famed, one-woman show welcomes a powerhouse trio of Cathy Simpson, Melanie Julian, and Karen Vicks.

Act II Playhouse Announces Holiday Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2020

Act II Playhouse in Ambler, PA has announced their holiday theatre season. 'We're excited that we are able to continue our 2020/21 season - albeit virtually,' said Tony Braithwaite, Artistic Director. 'We expected that we would not be able to perform live yet, so we're working hard to find ways to bring Playhouse experiences to our patrons.'