Mac Wellman

THE BARBARIANS Comes to La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club
by Stephi Wild - Jan 27, 2025

La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club will host the premiere of The Barbarians, a new play from acclaimed dramatist Jerry Lieblich (they/them) directed by director, choreographer, and actor Paul Lazar.

Page 73 Announces Semifinalists For Playwrighting Fellowship
by Stephi Wild - Nov 20, 2024

Page 73 has announced 13 semifinalists for the 2025 Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship. Now in its 22nd year, the Page 73 Playwriting Fellowship is the company's most prestigious award.

The Tank Reveals 2024-2025 Producers Cohort Fellows
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 4, 2024

The Tank has announced the 2024-2025 fellows for The Tank Producers Cohort, funded generously by a grant from the Mellon Foundation. Learn more about the fellows here!

Connelly Theater Suspends Operations After Church Landlord Takes Issue
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024

The Connelly Theater, located in New York City's East Village, is shutting down after the building's landlord, the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York, has taken issue with productions begin produced there.

The Hearth To Present World Premiere Of Kallan Dana's RACECAR RACECAR RACECAR
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 27, 2024

The Hearth announced the World Premiere of Kallan Dana's RACECAR RACECAR RACECAR, directed by Sarah Blush, running December 2-22 at the Connelly Theater. The play explores a daughter and father's surreal road trip.

Meghan Finn, Artistic Director Of The Tank, Honored With 200k David Prize
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2024

Meghan Finn, artistic director of THE TANK, was honored with a $200k David Prize for her transformative impact as a New York Visionary. Learn more about her contributions and the significance of this award.

Brooklyn College's Bring A Weasel and a Pint of Your Own Blood Fest Comes to Brooklyn Academy Of Music
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2024

The 16th annual Bring A Weasel and A Pint of Your Own Blood Festival, created by experimental theater legend Mac Wellman, will take place this year at the BAM Fisher (Fishman Space) on September 13th - September 15th, 2024.

The Tank Announces Fall 2024 Core Productions
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2024

The Tank reveals its Fall 2024 core productions, featuring innovative and diverse performances that highlight emerging artists and unique theatrical experiences. Discover what's coming to the stage this fall.

La MaMa Umbria's 2023 Playwrights To Present Work At La MaMa Experimental Theater Club
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 19, 2024

Experience ten new plays from the 2023 La MaMa Umbria Playwright Retreat at La MaMa Experimental Theater Club, June 21-23.

Video: Daniel Aukin Reacts to Tony Win for Best Direction of a Play
by Joey Mervis - Jun 17, 2024

Just last night at the 77th Annual Tony Awards, Daniel Aukin took home a Tony Award for 'Best Direction of a Play' for his outstanding work on Stereophonic. Watch what happened afterwards in this video!

Kev Berry's New Monologue WE HAD NOT CEASED DESIRING To Play At The Tank
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 3, 2024

Directed by Jackson Paul Walker, We Had Not Ceased Desiring is a ramble through the history of cruising and public sex, a time-old tradition in the queer community.

The Associates Theater Ensemble To Host Post-Show Talkbacks And Affinity Nights
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024

Join the Associates Theater Ensemble for post-show talkbacks and affinity nights, an engaging experience for theater enthusiasts to discuss and connect over the performance.

Casts of HELL'S KITCHEN, THE NOTEBOOK & More to Perform at New Dramatists Spring Luncheon
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 6, 2024

New Dramatists will host its Annual Spring Luncheon Tribute on Tuesday, May 14 at the New York Marriott Marquis. See who is taking part and learn how to purchase tickets.

The Tank Announces Additional Artists For GHETTO ALCHEMY: A LUNCHROOM SURVIVAL GUIDE
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 17, 2024

Discover the new artists joining GHETTO ALCHEMY: A LUNCHROOM SURVIVAL GUIDE, announced by The Tank.

Permanent Moves to Release 'Don't Forget Us: A Chekhovian Song Cycle' in April
by Michael Major - Mar 20, 2024

Get ready for the release of DON'T FORGET US: A CHEKHOVIAN SONG CYCLE by Permanent Moves. Get a sneak peek with the title track, out now. The album uses the work of Anton Chekhov as inspiration and their north star. The project features Chris Giarmo (American Utopia), Jessie Shelton (Hadestown), Karl Blau, Starr Busby and many other special guests.

Scripps College to Present A SIMPLE HERSTORY Podcast, Revolving Around Victoria Woodhull
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 17, 2024

On March 21st, Scripps College will present A Simple Herstory, a groundbreaking, award-winning, deviant, multi-platform audio fiction exploration of the 100+ women who have run for President of the United States.

Borderlands Theater Presents BORDERLINE THEATRE CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO AN IN PROCESS SHOWING OF ANTIGONA 3.0
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024

Join Borderlands Theater for an in-process showing of ANTIGONA 3.0, made possible by a significant grant. Witness the evolution of this exciting new production firsthand.

PLUME By Adam LaPorte Makes World Premiere At The Tank NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2024

Experience the world premiere of PLUME by NYC-based composer and playwright Adam LaPorte at The Tank NYC this April.

Permanent Moves to Release Debut Album 'Don't Forget Us: A Chekhovian Song Cycle'
by Michael Major - Mar 5, 2024

Their forthcoming concept album Don't Forget Us: A Chekhovian Song Cycle uses the work of Anton Chekhov as inspiration and their north star. The project features Chris Giarmo (American Utopia), Jessie Shelton (Hadestown), Karl Blau, Starr Busby and many other special guests. It also features translations by Laurence Senelick.

Immersive Experience THE VICKY ARCHIVES Premieres This Spring At The Tank
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2024

Explore the world of memory and identity in the immersive theater experience, THE VICKY ARCHIVES, premiering this spring at The Tank.