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Rehearsed Reading of ABSURD PERSON SINGULAR Will Be Presented at the Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2022

A special fundraising event to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Alan Ayckbourn's Absurd Person Singular will take place at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre later this month.  

BWW Review: WICKED at Bay Court Theatre Tauranga
by Monica Moore - Sep 15, 2019

The synergy and 'flow of the show' were perfect due to excellent direction and a talented cast who fully invested and understood what was required. Bravo to them all for achieving this.

Alan Ayckbourn's BIRTHDAYS PAST, BIRTHDAYS PRESENT Comes to Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 5, 2019

A brand new play from celebrated author Alan Ayckbourn has opened at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre.

80 YEARS YOUNG: A Celebration Of Alan Ayckbourn's 80th Birthday Comes to The Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough
by Stephi Wild - Aug 27, 2019

The Stephen Joseph Theatre this year celebrates the 80th birthday of its Director Emeritus, the world-renowned playwright Alan Ayckbourn.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal For Alan Ayckbourn's BIRTHDAYS PAST, BIRTHDAYS PRESENT at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 8, 2019

A brand new play from celebrated author Alan Ayckbourn is currently in rehearsal, and opens at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre in September.

Alan Ayckbourn's 83rd Play BIRTHDAYS PAST, BIRTHDAYS PRESENT Premieres at the Stephen Joseph in September
by Marianka Swain - Jul 5, 2019

A brand new play from celebrated author Alan Ayckbourn opens at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre in September. Birthdays Past, Birthdays Present is the author's 83rd play, and premieres in the year that marks his 80th birthday.

BETTER OFF DEAD By Alan Ayckbourn Comes to The Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2018

Alan Ayckbourn's 82nd play Better Off Dead completes the summer season at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre, in a production directed by the author.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with BETTER OFF DEAD
by Julie Musbach - Aug 8, 2018

Alan Ayckbourn's 82nd play Better Off Dead completes the summer season at Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre, in a production directed by the author.

Alan Ayckbourn's A BRIEF HISTORY OF WOMEN Triumphs In New York
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2018

Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre company has returned from New York after a triumphant and record-breaking run with Alan Ayckbourn's A Brief History of Women, which wowed audiences and critics alike.

BWW Review: A BRIEF HISTORY OF WOMEN by Alan Ayckbourn at 59E59 Theaters is a Gem
by Marina Kennedy - May 7, 2018

The stage is set and the time is now to get tickets for A Brief History of Women. It is being performed as part of the Brits Off-Broadway 2018 at 59E59 Theaters. This production is brilliantly written and directed by Alan Ayckbourn and features a superb cast.

Alan Ayckbourn's A BRIEF HISTORY OF WOMEN Makes US Premiere At Brits Off Broadway At 59E59 Theaters
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2018

Brits Off Broadway continues at 59E59 Theaters (Val Day, Artistic Director; Brian Beirne, Managing Director) with the US premiere of A BRIEF HISTORY OF WOMEN, written and directed by Alan Ayckbourn. Produced by the Stephen Joseph Theatre, A BRIEF HISTORY OF WOMEN begins performances on Thursday, April 26 for a limited engagement through Sunday, May 27. Press Opening is Wednesday, May 2 at 7:00 PM. The performance schedule is Tuesday - Friday at 7:00 PM; Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM. Performances are at 59E59 Theaters (59 East 59th Street, between Park and Madison Avenues). The single ticket prices range from $25 - $70 ($49 for 59E59 Members). Tickets are available by calling Ticket Central at 212-279-4200 or online at www.59e59.org.

The 2018 Brits Off-Broadway Season At 59E59 Theaters Announced!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 27, 2018

The critically acclaimed Brits Off Broadway, host to the UK's most innovative and provocative theater in New York City, presented by 59E59 Theaters (Val Day, Artistic Director; Brian Beirne, Managing Director) returns from Wednesday, April 11 - Sunday, July 1. The single ticket prices range from $25 - $70 ($20 - $49 for 59E59 Members). Tickets to Brits Off Broadway go on sale on Tuesday, March 6 at Noon, with a special pre-sale for 59E59 Members beginning Tuesday, February 27 at Noon. Tickets are available by calling Ticket Central at 212-279-4200 or online at www.59e59.org.

Alan Ayckbourn's A BRIEF HISTORY OF WOMEN Heads To The Big Apple
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2018

Scarborough's Stephen Joseph Theatre company is preparing to spend a month in New York this spring. The company is taking one of last summer season's hit shows, Alan Ayckbourn's A Brief History of Women, to the city to be part of the annual Brits Off Broadway festival organised by 59e59 Theaters. The show will be seen at the theatre - which is located at 59 East 59th Street - from 1 to 27 May.

BALLS, THE ORIGINALIST and More Highlight 59E59 Theaters' 2018 Subscription Season
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2017

59E59 Theaters will re-launch their Theater A subscription series for 2018.

Photo Flash: First Look at A BRIEF HISTORY OF WOMEN at Stephen Joseph Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2017

This September, the SJT presents the world premiere of Alan Ayckbourn's 81st play, a comedy in four parts about an unremarkable man and the remarkable women who loved him, left him or lost him over 60 years; and of the equally remarkable old manor house that saw and heard it all happen.

Stephen Joseph Theatre Celebrates 60 Years with Alan Ayckbourn
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2017

The Stephen Joseph Theatre this year celebrates 60 years of association with one of the greats of world theatre, Alan Ayckbourn.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsals for A BRIEF HISTORY OF WOMEN at the Stephen Joseph Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Aug 7, 2017

This September, the SJT presents the world premiere of Alan Ayckbourn's 81st play, a comedy in four parts about an unremarkable man and the remarkable women who loved him, left him or lost him over 60 years; and of the equally remarkable old manor house that saw and heard it all happen.

Photo Flash: TAKING STEPS Opens Tonight at Stephen Joseph Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jul 13, 2017

A play widely regarded as Alan Ayckbourn's funniest, and his one true farce, Taking Steps, joins the programme at the Stephen Joseph Theatre this month. Check out photos from the show below!

Photo Flash: In Rehearsals with TAKING STEPS at Stephen Joseph Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jun 22, 2017

A play widely regarded as Alan Ayckbourn's funniest, and his one true farce, Taking Steps, joins the programme at the Stephen Joseph Theatre next month. Take a look at rehearsal photos below!

BWW Review: A PASSIONATE WOMAN, Exeter Northcott
by Nicky Sweetland - Mar 24, 2017

The complexities of the mother and son relationship are not easy to depict. The unwavering unconditional love and a mother's need to defend her boy against all foes can become creepily like the ancient Greek story of Oedipus if not handled correctly and Kay Mellor's A Passionate Woman, which is currently touring the country, doesn't quite get it right.