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Review: THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA at Berkeley Repertory Theatre
by Steve Murray - Nov 6, 2025

Jez Butterworth’s acclaimed West End and Broadway drama opens with a tried-and-true trope of a family reunion over a deathbed scenario or funeral, here, four sisters congregate as their domineering, show biz lies dying of cancer.

Interview: Loretta Greco Takes THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA in a New Direction at The Huntington Theatre
by R. Scott Reedy - Sep 29, 2025

Since becoming artistic director of The Huntington in July 2022, Loretta Greco has earned a reputation for opening each new season with a splash.

Photos: THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA at The Huntington First Look
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025

The Huntington is presenting The Hills of California, a ferocious and heartwarming drama by Olivier and Tony Award-winning playwright Jez Butterworth and directed by Huntington Artistic Director Loretta Greco. See photos here!

THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA to Have West Coast Premiere at Berkeley Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2025

Berkeley Repertory Theatre will present the West Coast premiere of The Hills of California — the soaring new drama from internationally acclaimed Olivier and Tony Award–winning playwright Jez Butterworth.

Cast Set for THE HILLS OF CALIFORNIA at The Huntington
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025

The Huntington has revealed the cast and creative team of The Hills of California, a ferocious and heartwarming drama by Olivier and Tony Award-winning playwright Jez Butterworth. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

New York Premiere Of SUMP'N LIKE WINGS Enters Final Week At Theatre Row
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024

Discover the final week of the New York premiere of SUMP'N LIKE WINGS at Theatre Row.

New York Premiere of SUMP'N LIKE WINGS Opens This Week at Mint Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2024

Discover the New York premiere of SUMP'N LIKE WINGS, a play by the author of GREEN GROW THE LILACS, which inspired Rodgers & Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA!, opening this Thursday. Performances will take place at Mint Theater Company.

Photos: Mint Theater Company Presents SUMP'N LIKE WINGS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2024

Mint Theater Company has released a first look at the New York Premiere of Sump'n Like Wings by Lynn Riggs, author of more than thirty plays including Green Grow the Lilacs, the basis for Rodgers & Hammerstein’s landmark musical Oklahoma! Written in 1925, Sump'n Like Wings was published in 1928. 

Cast Set for SUMP'N LIKE WINGS at Mint Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 14, 2024

The cast has been revealed for the NY premiere of SUMP'N LIKE WINGS at Mint Theater Company. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Opens At The REV Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2022

The REV Theatre Company opens its inaugural production of the 2022 Season - Catch Me If You Can. The show runs June 8-28 at the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse in Auburn, NY.

The REV Theatre Company Announces Cast & Creatives for Production of CATCH ME IF YOU CAN!
by Marissa Tomeo - May 15, 2022

The REV Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for its inaugural production of the 2022 Season – Catch Me If You Can.

BROADWAY UNLOCKED Announces Updated Performance Lineup For The #giveback Concert
by Julie Musbach - May 11, 2018

Broadway Unlocked founder Jessica Ryan announced today that the performance lineup for the sixth annual #giveback concert slated for Sunday, May 13 at 7.30pm at WNYC's The Greene Space (44 Charlton Street) has been updated.  Along with producers Kelly Weaver and Mike Borges, Broadway Unlocked is bringing Broadway favorites together to perform and raise funds for the Crime Victims Treatment Center, a not-for-profit organization committed to helping people heal from violent crime.  The live concert is directed by Nathan Tysen (Tuck Everlasting, Amelie). 

Casey Cott, Chris Weaver, Darius DeHaas And More Headline Broadway Unlocked's 6th Annual #giveback Concert
by Stephi Wild - Apr 26, 2018

Broadway Unlocked founder Jessica Ryan announced today that the sixth annual #giveback concert is slated for Sunday, May 13 at 7.30pm at WNYC's The Greene Space (44 Charlton Street). Doors open at 6pm. Along with producers Kelly Weaver and Mike Borges, Broadway Unlocked is bringing Broadway favorites together to perform and raise funds for the Crime Victims Treatment Center, a not-for-profit organization committed to helping people heal from violent crime. The live concert is directed by Nathan Tysen (Tuck Everlasting, Amelie).

THE MUDGE BOY Reading Set For Today, 10/30
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2012

Brett Smock and Drew Brody will present a reading of the new musical, The Mudge Boy today, October 30th, 2012. This powerful, controversial new work is based on Michael Burke's film, The Mudge Boy and has been in development for several years.

THE MUDGE BOY Reading Set For 10/30
by Sierra Fox - Oct 25, 2012

Brett Smock and Drew Brody will present a reading of the new musical, The Mudge Boy on October 30th, 2012. This powerful, controversial new work is based on Michael Burke's film, The Mudge Boy and has been in development for several years.

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: J.D. Webster of 'The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess'
by Adrienne Onofri - Oct 7, 2011

J.D.'s varied career has encompassed Broadway, opera, concert work and 17 Encores! shows.

TREASURE ISLAND Musical Holds Backers' Audition, 2/28
by BWW News Desk - Feb 28, 2011

On February 28, Golden Rivet Productions and Irondale Ensemble will hold an industry backers audition for the new musical adaptation of TREASURE ISLAND. The production began previews February 15 and will open March 5.

Dalton, Sutherland, James to Star in New Treasure Island Musical Reading
by Robert Diamond - Oct 20, 2010

Treasure Island, A New Musical will hold a backers' audition in November of 2010. BroadwayWorld.com has learned that in the workshop will be....