Richard Strand

Spotlight: BEN BUTLER at Florida Repertory Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - Nov 4, 2024

Did someone say Civil War comedy? Yes! Ben Butler, a battle of wit and wordplay by Richard Strand, will be staged by Florida Repertory Theatre in Fort Myers as part of its 27th season. The production is presented through November 10.

BEN BUTLER Opens at Florida Rep in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2024

Florida Repertory Theatre will present “Ben Butler,” a historical, witty comedy by Richard Strand, in the Historic Arcade Theatre from October 22 through November 10, 2024. 

Detroit Repertory Theatre to Present ANNABELLA IN JULY in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 29, 2024

The Detroit Repertory Theatre will continue its 67th season with magical comedy Annabella in July by Richard Strand. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

FOREVER PLAID, FULLY COMMITTED & More Set for Florida Repertory Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2024

Florida Repertory Theatre has unveiled its 27th Season in the Historic Arcade and ArtStage Studio Theatres which opens to previews on September 17. See which shows are a part of the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Detroit Repertory Theatre 67th Season to Feature TOPDOG/UNDERDOG, JOE TURNER, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 30, 2023

Detroit Repertory Theatre announces its 67th season with exciting new shows and schedules. Check out the season lineup here!

Surflight Theatre's Presents POPCORN FALLS, A Energetic Romp Full of Impressions, Wit, and Charm
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2023

Surflight Theatre has announced that they will be continuing their 2023  Season with the energetic romp full of impressions, wit, and charm, Popcorn Falls.

Review: BEN BUTLER At Don Bluth Front Row Theatre
by Herbert Paine - May 22, 2023

Richard Strand's BEN BUTLER highlights a seminal moment in the march to emancipation. Now on stage at Don Bluth Front Row Theater in Scottsdale AZ through July 8th, the play, directed by Lee Cooley and featuring an outstanding cast, is a compelling profile of courage.

Review: BEN BUTLER at Washington Stage Guild
by Morgan Musselman - Mar 28, 2023

BEN BUTLER, a witty and swift-moving play inspired by a pivotal event in the U.S. Civil War, is on stage now through April 16 at the Washington Stage Guild.

Washington Stage Guild Wraps Up Season With Richard Strand's Civil War Set BEN BUTLER
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2023

The Washington Stage Guild closes its 2022-2023 season, a “Season of Transitions,” with the area premiere of Ben Butler by Richard Strand, directed by Helen Hayes Award winner Kasi Campbell (The Dazzle, Rep Stage).

New Jersey Repertory Company Presents POPCORN FALLS This January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2022

New Jersey Repertory Company “NJRep,” located at 179 Broadway in Long Branch presents “Popcorn Falls” written by James Hindman and directed by Rose Riccardi. The play stars James Hindman and Tom Souhrada.

Special Offer: A World Premiere Comedic-Fantasy at North Coast Rep
by BWW Special Offer - Sep 11, 2022

Special Offer: A World Premiere Comedic-Fantasy at North Coast Rep

North Coast Repertory Theatre Kicks Off 41st Season with ANNABELLA IN JULY
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2022

The World Premiere of ANNABELLA IN JULY inaugurates North Coast Repertory Theatre's eclectic Season 41, starting September 7.

THE GOOD DOCTOR, MAJOR BARBARA And More Announced for The Washington Stage Guild 2022-2023 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2022

The Washington Stage Guild, having successfully and safely returned to in-person performances in the 2021-2022 season, announces its upcoming year's repertory, a season of plays that look, fittingly, at the challenges of transition.

Season 41 Announced at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2022

North Coast Repertory Theatre launches Season 41 with a slate of two World Premieres, one West Coast Premiere, and one San Diego Premiere highlighting an engaging, eclectic 2022-2023 seven-play series.

BEN BUTLER At Boca Stage Brings Pivotal Moment In Civil War To Life
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2022

Boca Stage brings to life the lunacy of military bureaucracy in the critically lauded Ben Butler by Richard Strand. Part comedy, part history, this play is inspired by real-life figures. 

North Coast Repertory Theatre Extends its Production of BEN BUTLER
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2021

Written by Richard Strand, BEN BUTLER is part comedy, part history and completely captivating. General Benjamin Butler faces an impossible moral dilemma: follow the letter of the law or make a game-changing move that could alter the course of American history. It’s a battle of wit and word play as the characters spar with each other over respect, equality and civil rights.

Photos: First Look A BEN BUTLER At North Coast Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2021

North Coast Repertory Theatre continues its wholly live Season 40 by shining a light on a little-known chapter of the Civil War.

BEN BUTLER Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2021

North Coast Repertory Theatre continues its wholly live Season 40 by shining a light on a little-known chapter of the Civil War. Written by Richard Strand, BEN BUTLER is part comedy, part history and completely captivating.

Road To Reopening: North Coast Repertory Resumes Performances With DANCING LESSONS
by Alan Henry - Sep 10, 2021

BroadwayWorld is checking in with theaters around the country as they prepare to reopen this summer. Next in our series we check in with North Coast Repertory's Artistic Director David Ellenstein. 

North Coast Rep Announces Season 2021-22
by - Aug 18, 2021

North Coast Rep Announces their 2021/2022 Season kicking things off with Dancing Lessons.