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GIVE ME CARMELITA TROPICANA! Extends for Final Time at Soho Rep

Soho Rep will present a second and final extension of its highly acclaimed world premiere production of Alina Troyano (aka Carmelita Tropicana) and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ Give Me Carmelita Tropicana!. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set For GIVE ME CARMELITA TROPICANA! ​​​​​​​Off-Broadway

The cast has been announced for Give Me Carmelita Tropicana!, running off-Broadway at Soho Rep, and written by Alina Troyano (a.k.a. Carmelita Tropicana) and Branden Jacobs-Jenkins.
Photos: THE 39 STEPS is Now Playing at the Cape Playhouse

The Cape Playhouse will conclude its 98th summer season THE 39 STEPS, directed by Kimberly Senior. It is an unforgettable production with four actors playing 150 roles that continues a long-standing tradition of ending the summer season with a murder mystery. Check out photos here!
THE 39 STEPS, Directed By Kimberly Senior, To Close Out Cape Playhouse Season

Cape Playhouse has announced THE 39 STEPS, directed by Kimberly Senior, will close out its season.
Carrie St. Louis and John Riddle To Lead WAITRESS At The Cape Playhouse

The Cape Playhouse will continue its 98th summer season with the Tony nominated musical WAITRESS, with book by Jessie Nelson and original music and lyrics by six-time Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles.
Notch Theatre Company to Present CREATION STORY By Octavia Chavez-Richmond

Experience the world premiere staged reading of CREATION STORY, written by Octavia Chavez-Richmond, enhanced with music contributions. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.
The Playwrights Realm Extends World Premiere of Emma Horwitz's MARY GETS HERS

The Playwrights Realm will present a one-week extension of the world premiere production of 2021/22 Realm Writing Fellow Emma Horwitz’s Mary Gets Hers.
Meet the Cast of Emma Horwitz's MARY GETS HERS at The Playwrights Realm

Get all the details on the world premiere of Emma Horwitz's Mary Gets Hers at The Playwrights Realm. Meet the talented cast and find out when and where you can catch this exciting new play before it closes. Experience thought-provoking theater at its finest.
FUENTA OVEJUNA to be Presented at Theatre for a New Audience in April

Theatre for a New Audience will present the Off-Broadway premiere in English of the great Spanish author Lope de Vega’s Fuente Ovejuna (1612), translated by the late British poet, novelist, and playwright Adrian Mitchell.
Wilbury Theatre Group Presents FIRE FLOWERS AND THE TIME MACHINES Virtual Experience & Community Launch Event       

Wilbury Theatre Group presents a new virtual iteration of Shey Rivera Ríos' Fire Flowers and a Time Machine (Flores de Fuego y una Máquina del Tiempo) streaming December 16 through January 1. 
2021 NYC INDIE THEATRE FILM FESTIVAL Announces Full Lineup

The New Ohio Theatre’s NYC Indie Theatre Film Festival announced the 2021 online film lineup today. NYCITFF offers a selection of new feature-length and short films, filmmaker Q&As, and a conversation with prolific screenwriter and playwright Qui Nguyen between March 10-14.
Manhattan Theatre Club Announces MTC VIRTUAL STAGE 2021 Programming With Patricia Clarkson, Gabrielle Carrubba & More

While physical stages remain dark across America, Manhattan Theatre Club invites audiences to gather virtually as a community and find connection, inspiration, and entertainment through a series of virtual theatrical experiences from the comfort of their homes.
Extension Announced for FIRE FLOWERS AND A TIME MACHINE (FLORES DE FUEGO Y UNA MAQUINA DEL TIEMPO)

The Wilbury Theatre Group and WaterFire Providence have announced additional performances of FIRE FLOWERS AND A TIME MACHINE (FLORES DE FUEGO Y UNA MAQUINA DEL TIEMPO), now running through Saturday, October 24.
Photo Flash: First Look At FIRE FLOWERS AND A TIME MACHINE

The Wilbury Theatre Group and WaterFire Providence present the second performance collaboration between the two arts organizations, FIRE FLOWERS AND A TIME MACHINE (FLORES DE FUEGO Y UNA MÁQUINA DEL TIEMPO), presented October 1-17.
The Wilbury Group + WaterFire Providence Announce FIRE FLOWERS AND A TIME MACHINE

The Wilbury Theatre Group and WaterFire Providence announce the second performance collaboration between the two arts organizations, FIRE FLOWERS AND A TIME MACHINE (FLORES DE FUEGO Y UNA MÁQUINA DEL TIEMPO), presented October 1-17.
Portland Stage Offers Free Digital Content to Healthcare Workers and Families

When Portland Staged halted mid-way through its four-week live run of Native Gardens on March 12 in response to the threat of coronavirus, its four actors, three from New York City, were poised to return home early, but first it mounted one last private performance on March 14, playing to a small audience of staff.
BWW Review: Brave New World - Portland Stage Streams NATIVE GARDENS

In the midst of a dark and anxious time for all theatres, Portland Stage has managed to navigate the rights issues to live stream its production of Karen Zacarias' NATIVE GARDENS, which had begun its run when the pandemic closed everything down. The resulting performance proves a welcome ray of light for Maine's theatre goers: a comedy that uses laser-sharp wit, colorfully contrasting characters, and a measured look at a number of topical issues which are provoked by a timeless conflict.
Portland Stage Presents NATIVE GARDENS

Portland Stage transforms into a blooming garden for its Mainstage comedy that challenges audiences to look beyond our differences and find our common decency: Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías.
Photo Flash: First Look At PRIDE & PREJUDICE At Long Wharf Theatre

Long Wharf Theatre presents Pride and Prejudice, written by Kate Hamill, adapted from the classic Jane Austen novel, and directed by Jess McLeod. Performances begin on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 for a limited run through December 22, 2019. Opening night is set for Wednesday, December 4, 7:30 PM on the Claire Tow Stage in the C. Newton Schenck III Theatre (222 Sargent Drive, New Haven, CT).
First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW Rhode Island Awards!

Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Rhode Island Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!

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