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BIO

Classic Stage Company, also known as CSC, is a non-profit Off-Broadway theater company located in New York City. Founded in 1967, the company is dedicated to presenting classic works and new plays that explore the great themes of human existence. Over the years, CSC has become known for its innovative productions and its commitment to nurturing emerging artists.

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Awards and Nominations

The Lortels - 2008 - Outstanding Play

Classic Stage Company, New Jerusalem: The Interrogation of Baruch de Spinoza at Talmud Torah Congregation: Amsterdam, July 27, 1656


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The Lortels - 1999 - Outstanding Body of Work

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The Lortels - 1996 - Outstanding Revival

Classic Stage Company, Entertaining Mr. Sloan


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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1983 - Special Awards

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News


Photos: Meet the Cast of WINE IN THE WILDERNESS
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 12, 2025

Classic Stage Company will soon present Wine in the Wilderness by Alice Childress and directed by Tony Award winner LaChanze in her New York directorial debut. Check out photos of the company here!
Maggie Siff Joins GOODBYE, MY FANCY At Classic Stage Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

Maggie Siff will lead the cast for Classic Stage Company's Goodbye, My Fancy, the final reading in The Rediscovery Readings series, which features plays by female playwrights who shaped American theater. Learn more!
A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE Comes To SpeakEasy Stage This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2025

SpeakEasy Stage Company will present the award-winning musical A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE, featuring a book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty, and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens.  
Peter Sarsgaard To Lead Martin Crimp's Version Of Molière's THE MISANTHROPE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2025

Red Bull Theater has announced the cast for the next offering of Revelation Readings season: The Misanthrope by Molière, a version by Martin Crimp, directed by Marc Vietor.
Berkshire Opera Festival Names Natalie Johnsonius Neubert as New President and CEO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025

BERKSHIRE OPERA FESTIVAL has appointed Natalie Johnsonius Neubert as its new President and CEO. Learn more about Neubert and about the Berkshire Opera Festival!
Grantham Coleman, Lakisha Michelle May & More Join WINE IN THE WILDERNESS At CSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2025

Classic Stage Company has revealed the full cast for Wine in the Wilderness by Alice Childress and directed by Tony Award winner LaChanze in her New York directorial debut. Learn more.
Interview: Theatre Life with Barry Edelstein
by Elliot Lanes - Jan 28, 2025

Today’s subject Barry Edelstein is currently living his theatre life as the Artistic Director of San Diego’s renowned Old Globe. On January 30th he will be giving a special presentation on putting together his adaptation of Shakespeare’s Henry VI plays entitled Henry 6. at our very own Folger Theatre as part of their third annual Reding Room Series which runs from January 30th through February 2nd.
Julia Lester Joins Netflix Comedy Series THE FOUR SEASONS
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2025

Tony-nominated performer Julia Lester is the latest addition to The Four Seasons, the upcoming Netflix comedy series from Tina Fey, Lang Fisher, and Tracey Wigfield.
John Douglas Thompson To Be Honored At Red Bull Theater Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

Red Bull Theater has announced that John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit.
GOODBYE, MY FANCY to be Present as Final Installment for CSC's Rediscovery Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2025

Classic Stage Company revealed that Goodbye, My Fancy will be the final reading in The Rediscovery Readings series, which features plays by female playwrights who shaped American theater. Learn how to attend.
Gracie Lawrence & Emily Bergl Join Jonathan Groff in JUST IN TIME
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 14, 2025

JUST IN TIME, starring Tony Award winner Jonathan Groff as Bobby Darin, has found its supporting cast. Find out who will join the Tony winner in the new production along with additions to the show's design team
Red Bull Theater Will Present A Private Reading Of KIT MARLOWE
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025

Red Bull Theater has announced the complete cast for the next offering of the season: Kit Marlowe by David Grimm, directed by János Szász. This in-person, by invitation only event will premiere Monday January 13th at 3:00pm at Sheen Center Loreto Theatre.
Andy Mientus, Adam Chanler-Berat, and More Will Lead THE JONATHAN LARSON PROJECT
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2025

Casting has been set for the world premiere of The Jonathan Larson Project, a new musical that celebrates the dozens of unheard songs, unfinished and unproduced musicals, and pop songs found in files and boxes when the visionary writer of RENT died.
Photos: OUR TOWN's Jim Parsons Receives Sardi's Portrait
by Bruce Glikas - Jan 8, 2025

Jim Parsons, who is currently starring on Broadway in Our Town and is most known for starring in the CBS hit The Big Bang Theory, recently received his portrait at Sardi's. BroadwayWorld was there for the unveiling and you can check out photos here!
Cast & creative Team Set for OUR CLASS at San Francisco's Strand Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2024

Direct from sold-out New York performances at Brooklyn Academy of Music and a subsequent Off-Broadway run at Manhattan’s Classic Stage Company, Our Class will perform a limited engagement at A.C.T.’s Strand Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.
KING JAMES Vermont Premiere to Open at Northern Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 16, 2024

​​​​​​​Northern Stage will kick off the new year with the Vermont premiere of King James by Pulitzer Prize finalist and Obie Award winner Rajiv Joseph. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Meet the Cast of ALL IN: COMEDY ABOUT LOVE, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2024

The world premiere of All In: Comedy About Love will premiere on Broadway on December 11. All In will be performed with a rotating cast of actors. Meet the first cast members taking the stage in the show here!
Photos: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE At Classic Stage Company
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2024

The Merchant of Venice, directed and adapted by Igor Golyak (Our Class; The Orchard), opens tonight, Monday, November 25 for a limited engagement at The Lynn F. Angelson Theater, Classic Stage Company (136 East 13th Street). Check out photos from the production.
Classic Stage Company Welcomes SheNYC Arts Into Theater After Controversial Connelly Theater Loss
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2024

SheNYC Arts has announced that after being kicked out of their home of 8 years, The Connelly Theater, they have found a new home at Classic Stage Company's 13th Street theater.
April Matthis, Crystal Finn & More Join THE MEMBER OF THE WEDDING at CSC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2024

Classic Stage Company has revealed the cas for the next play in The Rediscovery Readings series, The Member of the Wedding, by Carson McCullers. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What awards has Classic Stage Company been nominated for?

Outstanding Play (The Lortels) for New Jerusalem: The Interrogation of Baruch de Spinoza at Talmud Torah Congregation: Amsterdam, July 27, 1656, Outstanding Body of Work (The Lortels), Outstanding Revival (The Lortels) for Entertaining Mr. Sloan and Special Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards).

What awards has Classic Stage Company won?

Classic Stage Company has won several prestigious awards, including the Outstanding Body of Work and Outstanding Revival for "Entertaining Mr. Sloan" at The Lortel Awards. Additionally, the company has received Special Awards from the Outer Critics Circle Awards.

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