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Playwright Charles Smith Awarded $25,000 Kesselring Prize By The National Arts Club
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2025

The National Arts Club has announced its 2024 Kesselring Prize for Playwriting has been awarded to Charles Smith, who was nominated by the Cleveland Playhouse for his play The Price of the Ticket.
La Mirada Theatre For The Performing Arts To Present I'M NOT A COMEDIAN… I'M LENNY BRUCE This March
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 11, 2025

Critically acclaimed actor Ronnie Marmo, with the blessings of Kitty Bruce (daughter of the late Lenny Bruce), along with the Lenny Bruce Foundation, will present I'M NOT A COMEDIAN… I'M LENNY BRUCE, directed by Joe Mantegna.
The Jeff Awards Reveal 51st Anniversary Non-Equiy Theater Awards Nominations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025

Celebrating its 51st anniversary awarding recognition for Non-Equity theater, the Joseph Jefferson Awards revealed its nominations for theater excellence among Non-Equity theater during the 2024 season. Learn more about the nominations.
Full Cast Set For DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Feb 4, 2025

As rehearsals begin, the Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full cast for for the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen.
BEING SEEN to Make European Debut at OSO Arts Centre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2025

London audiences will soon experience the sharp wit and theatrical brilliance of BEING SEEN, a Joseph Jefferson Best Actor Award-winning production written and directed by Richard Gustin. Learn more!
Paramount Theatre Reveals 2025-26 Broadway and BOLD Series
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 1, 2025

Paramount has revealed the lineup for their 2025-26 Broadway and BOLD series, including the Chicago premieres of Come From Away and Dear Evan Hansen. Learn more here!
HOUSE ON FIRE Debut Recording Out Now; Concert Set for February at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2025

Precious Days Records has released the debut recording of Gretchen Cryer and Gracie Hyland’s new musical HOUSE ON FIRE in streaming and digital formats. Learn more about the album and the upcoming concert presentation.
CHICAGO SINGS 30 YEARS OF PORCHLIGHT On Sale At Porchlight Music Theatre Tomorrow
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2025

Porchlight Music Theatre has announced its annual fundraising concert celebrating Porchlight's 30th anniversary with Chicago Sings 30 Years of Porchlight, Monday, May 12 at 7 p.m., with a 5:30 p.m. reception, at the House of Blues Chicago.
The Story Theatre to Present AT THE WAKE OF A DEAD DRAG QUEEN at Raven Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025

The Story Theatre will kick off Season V with a reimagined production of At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen by Governing Ensemble member and Joseph Jefferson Award-winning playwright Terry Guest. Learn more.
New Musical HOUSE ON FIRE Recording To Be Released This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2025

Precious Days Records will release the debut recording of Gretchen Cryer and Gracie Hyland's new musical HOUSE ON FIRE in streaming and digital formats on Friday, January 31.
Rubicon Theatre Company WINTERFEST To Feature Works By August Wilson and William Shakespeare
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2025

RUBICON THEATRE has announced a three-play WinterFest as part of the company's 2024/2025 “Dare to Dream” season. The first two plays in the festival celebrate a new collaboration between RUBICON THEATRE COMPANY and THE ACTING COMPANY (TAC) of New York. 
Carbonell Awards Seek College-Bound Applicants For 2025 Jack Zink Memorial Scholarships
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 16, 2025

Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's Theatre & Arts Honors, today reminded college-bound high school students that the nonprofit organization is now accepting applications for its 2025 Jack Zink Memorial Student Scholarships.
Pegasus Theatre Chicago To Receive NEA Grant For Young Playwrights Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

Pegasus Theatre Chicago has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $25,000 supporting the Young Playwrights Festival.
Jeff Awards Announces New Honor For Theater Stage Managers Beginning In 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

The Jeff Impresario Award celebrating an outstanding Chicago theater stage manager will become a new annual award presented by the Joseph Jefferson Awards. 
Video: Watch Joy Woods Sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' at MCC MISCAST
by Michael Major - Jan 13, 2025

Watch Joy Woods sing 'I Could Have Danced All Night' from My Fair Lady at MCC Theater's MISCAST in 2023. See a video of the Gypsy star perform the classic musical theatre song now!
Cast Set For UK Premiere Of Jeffrey Sweet's THE VALUE OF NAMES
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025

Following the success of his OffWestEnd nominated play, Kunstler, Joseph Jefferson Award winning playwright Jeffrey Sweet’s The Value of Names will have its UK premiere this February 2025.
James Daly and More Will Lead DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS at Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2025

The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced initial casting for the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Learn more here!
Spring and Summer Block of THE MAGIC PARLOUR Performances Now Available
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2025

Magician Dennis Watkins has now opened a new block of tickets to The Magic Parlour performances through the summer! Performances of The Magic Parlour take place every Thursday through Sunday.
DRACULA, A COMEDY OF TERRORS Makes UK Premiere at the Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025

Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the UK premiere of Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen. Greenberg also directs, returning to the Menier having previously directed The Baker’s Wife and Barnum.
HOUSE ON FIRE Record Release Show to Take Place at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 2, 2025

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Gretchen Cryer and Gracie Hyland’s House On Fire, a record release show for the new musical. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

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