John Cassavetes

10 Great Movies About Theater, Actors, & Show Business
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 21, 2025

BroadwayWorld has put together a list of ten films about theater for those seeking a taste of Broadway drama (or comedy). Take a look at the list here and happy watching!

Hermitage Announces Playwright Naomi Iizuka as Winner of 2024-2025 Hermitage Major Theater Award
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 4, 2024

Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO of the Hermitage Artist Retreat, has announced that California-based playwright Naomi Iizuka has been selected as the fifth recipient of the Hermitage Major Theater Award (HMTA).

hackedepicciotto Share New Track 'Third From The Sun (Live In Napoli)' From New Album
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 16, 2024

Hackedepicciotto (Alexander Hacke & Danielle de Picciotto) have shared a new track from their forthcoming album, The Best of hackedepicciotto (Live in Napoli), that will be released on double vinyl with an exclusive signed print, and digitally on November 1, 2024.

How a Single TikTok Changed the Game for an Obscure Off-Broadway Show
by Joey Sims - Oct 7, 2024

OBIE Award-winning experimental troupe Hoi Polloi are accustomed, even following 17 years of acclaimed work, to banking on strong reviews for selling out their shows. For the company’s last production, it only took a single TikTok. Find out more about how it went down!

hackedepicciotto to Release New 'Best Of' Album
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2024

hackedepicciotto (Alexander Hacke & Danielle de Picciotto) have shared details of a new album, The Best of hackedepicciotto (Live in Napoli). The album collates over 20 years of collaboration, experimentation and genre-defying work over two live performances.

Actress Gena Rowlands Passes Away at 94
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 15, 2024

Actress Gena Rowlands has passed away. Learn more about Rowlands' life and work.

BREAKING THE AUDIO FICTION FORM: AN EVENING WITH VETERAN PRODUCER JULIAN SCHLOSSBERG Comes to The Coffee House Club
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2024

The Coffee House Club will bring the salon series, Breaking the Audio Fiction Form. The past decade has seen a resurgence of audio listening in podcast form, but even with this growth, audio fiction has remained a minor genre within podcasting.

OPENING NIGHT Starring Sheridan Smith Will End its West End Run Early
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024

The new musical John Cassavetes’ OPENING NIGHT will now end its run at the Gielgud Theatre on Saturday 18 May 2024.

See Kathleen Hanna In Conversation With Molly Ringwald at Kings Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024

Join Kathleen Hanna and Molly Ringwald for a captivating conversation at Kings Theatre. Learn when you can see this event and how to purchase tickets.

Review Roundup: Ivo Van Hove, Rufus Wainwright Musical OPENING NIGHT Opens In London
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2024

Read reviews for the World Premiere of John Cassavetes’ OPENING NIGHT a new musical with book by Ivo Van Hove and music and lyrics by Rufus Wainwright, starring Sheridan Smith.

Review: OPENING NIGHT, Gielgud Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Mar 27, 2024

Now a stage musical, John Cassavetes’ 1977 film Opening Night was a commercial flop when it was released, later becoming something of a cult classic of American independent cinema. Director Ivo Van Hove specialises in bringing work to the stage that may be called “challenging”. Challenging can be hugely successful, but I’ve rarely seen a production more determined to confuse and frustrate an audience.

The Lark Playwrights Workshop To Continue As Part of Second Stage Theater's NEXT STAGE FESTIVAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2024

Second Stage Theater which became the new home for the Lark Playwrights Workshop in 2022, will conclude this year’s program on March 26th. Learn more about the program!

Photos: First Look At Sheridan Smith And More In John Cassavetes' OPENING NIGHT
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024

See photos of the World Premiere of John Cassavetes’ OPENING NIGHT a new musical with book by Ivo Van Hove and music and lyrics by Rufus Wainwright, starring Sheridan Smith.

Photos: First Look at OPENING NIGHT Starring Sheridan Smith
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2024

All new photos have been released from the World Premiere of John Cassavetes’ OPENING NIGHT, a new musical with book by Ivo Van Hove and music and lyrics by Rufus Wainwright, starring Sheridan Smith. Check out the photos here!

Show of the Week: Exclusive Prices and No Booking Fees For Sheridan Smith in OPENING NIGHT
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024

Exclusive prices and no booking fees for Sheridan Smith in OPENING NIGHT at the Gielgud Theatre! Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!

Listen: Sheridan Smith Performs 'Magic' From New Musical OPENING NIGHT
by Stephi Wild - Feb 29, 2024

Performances begin next week for the World Premiere of John Cassavetes’ Opening Night, a new musical with book by Ivo van Hove and music and lyrics by Rufus Wainwright, starring Sheridan Smith. Smith recently appeared on the Front Row podcast from BBC, where she performed the song 'Magic' from the musical. Listen here!

London Theatre Week - See over 50 Award-Winning Musicals and Plays with Tickets from £15, £25 or £35
by Team BWW - Feb 20, 2024

London Theatre Week is the West End’s biggest promotion, giving you the chance to see over 50 amazing award-winning musicals and stunning plays with tickets from £15, £25 or £35

Ebony Repertory Theatre to Present Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard's STEW Beginning in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2024

Ebony Repertory Theatre will present 2021 Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard's STEW as its first production of 2024. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets.

A Conversation with Shaina Taub & More at the Drama Book Shop in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2024

Founded in 1917, the Drama Book Shop is a renowned NYC cultural institution. Join them on Tuesday evenings for insightful discussions.

No Booking Fee: OPENING NIGHT, Starring Sheridan Smith
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Jan 25, 2024

No fees to pay for Opening Night tickets.