Naomi Iizuka

La Jolla Playhouse Reveals Projects for 2024 DNA New Work Series

La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the dates and projects for its 2024 DNA New Work Series, running in the Playhouse’s Rao and Padma Makineni Play Development Center. See full programming and see how to purchase tickets.

Hermitage Announces Playwright Naomi Iizuka as Winner of 2024-2025 Hermitage Major Theater Award

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).

Performances Added to RICHARD II at the Magic Theatre

The Magic Theatre has announced that performances have been added for Richard II by William Shakespeare, translated by Naomi Iizuka, due to popular demand. 

Photos: RICHARD II is Now Playing at the Magic Theatre

 The Magic Theatre is now presenting Richard II by William Shakespeare, translated by Naomi Iizuka and announce the cast and creative team for this brand new production. Check out photos here!

JAW Festival Of New Plays Line Up Announced!

Discover the exciting lineup for the JAW Festival of New Plays, featuring innovative works from emerging playwrights.

Children's Theatre Company Names Tyler Susan Jennings And Davon Cochran As Performing Apprentices

Children's Theatre Company will welcome Tyler Susan Jennings and Davon Cochran as performing apprentices for the 2024-2025 season, highlighting their upcoming roles and contributions to the theater.

Play On Shakespeare Reveals Summer 2024 Season

Play On Shakespeare has announced their Summer 2024 Season. Learn more about the full lineup here!

The Magic Theatre and Campo Santo Announce the World Premiere of GARUDA'S WING

Experience the world premiere of GARUDA’S WING, a groundbreaking performance brought to you by MAGIC THEATRE and CAMPO SANTO. Catch the latest in innovative theatre in San Francisco.

Beth Hyland to Receive Williamstown Theatre Festival's L. Arnold Weissberger New Play Award

Williamstown Theatre Festival has named Beth Hyland as the recipient of the 2024 L. Arnold Weissberger New Play Award for her play SYLVIA SYLVIA SYLVIA. Learn more about Hyland!

Everything Coming to Max in April

Stream The Debut Of HBO Original Limited Series “The Sympathizer,” Max Original Unscripted Series “Conan O’Brien Must Go,” HBO Original Comedy Special “Alex Edelman: Just For Us,” HBO Original Documentary Series “The Jinx – Part Two” And “The Synanon Fix,” HBO Original Documentaries “Brandy Hellville & The Cult Of Fast Fashion” and more.

Vineyard Theatre Announces Spring Reading Series WORKS IN PROGRESS: FEARLESSLY MADE IN NEW YORK! 

Vineyard Theatre has announced its Spring Reading Series, featuring works in progress from New York's fearless creatives.

Three Performances Added to DIRTY WHITE TESLAS MAKE ME SAD at The Magic Theatre

The Magic Theatre has added three performances on Friday March 22 and Saturday March 23 at 8pm and Sunday March 24 at 4pm of the World Premiere of Ashley Smiley’s Dirty White Teslas Make Me Sad.

Video: HBO Drops THE SYMPATHIZER Series Trailer

Based on Viet Thanh Nguyen's novel, THE SYMPATHIZER stars Hoa Xuande, Fred Nguyen Khan, Toan Le, Phanxine, Vy Le, Ky Duyen, Kieu Chinh, Duy Nguyen, Alan Trong, Emmy winner Sandra Oh and Academy Award nominee Robert Downey Jr., who plays multiple roles. Watch the video trailer now!

Manhattan Theatre Club Announces Lineup For 2024 Ted Snowdon Reading Series

Manhattan Theatre Club has announced the lineup for the 2024 Ted Snowdon Reading Series.

USC Theatre Presents LANGUAGE OF ANGELS, February 15-18

The USC Theatre Program will present Naomi Iizuka's haunting drama Language of Angels February 15-18 at the Lab Theatre. 

Lantern Theater Company to Continue 30th Anniversary Season With FAITH HEALER By Brian Friel

Lantern Theater Company continues its 30th anniversary season with Brian Friel's masterpiece play, Faith Healer. Directed by Peter DeLaurier and featuring Anthony Lawton, Ian Merrill Peakes, and Geneviève Perrier, Faith Healer explores memory, belief, and the stories we tell ourselves.

World Premiere of DIRTY WHITE TESLAS MAKE ME SAD to be Presented by The Magic Theatre and Campo Santo

The Magic Theatre and Campo Santo will present the world premiere of 'Dirty White Teslas Make Me Sad' by Ashley Smiley.

Children's Theatre Company To Hold Virtual And In-Person Auditions For 2024-2025 Performing Apprenticeships

Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) is holding auditions for their 2024-2025 Performing Apprenticeships. Non-Equity Actors aged 19 and above can audition for this opportunity.

Vineyard Theatre Reveals 2023-24 Award Recipients

This year, the Paula Vogel Playwriting Award, Susan Stroman Directing Award and Colman Domingo Award will be given during the company's annual Emerging Artists Celebration, to be held on Friday, December 1 at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm at the National Arts Club.

La Jolla Playhouse Unveils Projects for 2023 DNA New Work Series

La Jolla Playhouse has revealed the dates and projects for its 2023 DNA New Work Series, running November 30 – December 10.