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National Queer Theater and HERE Arts Center Reveal Lineup For Criminal Queerness Fest Photo
National Queer Theater and HERE Arts Center Reveal Lineup For Criminal Queerness Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2026

National Queer Theater has revealed its programming for the 2026 Criminal Queerness Festival, which for eight years has showcased groundbreaking new works written by artists from countries where queerness is criminalized or censored.
Centenary Stage Company to Present THE NICETIES by Eleanore Burgess Photo
Centenary Stage Company to Present THE NICETIES by Eleanore Burgess
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026

Centenary Stage Company will present The Niceties by Eleanore Burgess, running April 9th – 19th in the Kutz Blackbox Theatre of the Centenary University campus.
Pace University Faculty Earn Kleban Prize And Jonathan Larson Grant Recognition
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026

​​​​​​​Pace University's Sands College of Performing Arts faculty members Eric Price, Phillip Christian Smith, and Adam J. Rineer have earned major national recognition in musical theatre writing, with Price and Smith named 2026 Kleban Prize winners and Rineer selected as a 2026 Jonathan Larson Grant recipient.
The Chocolate Factory Theater Will Present YOUR GHOST BODY in February 2026 Photo
The Chocolate Factory Theater Will Present YOUR GHOST BODY in February 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026

The Chocolate Factory Theater will host Karinne Keithley Syers' new production, YOUR GHOST BODY, starting February 2026. This innovative performance explores themes of presence and absence through a unique theatrical experience.
THE MALL THE MALL THE MALL Set for February Run at The Tank NYC Photo
THE MALL THE MALL THE MALL Set for February Run at The Tank NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2026

The Tank NYC and Twin Fruit Productions will present THE MALL THE MALL THE MALL, a comedic adventure about teens battling an evil conspiracy in their local mall, from February 26 to March 22.
Alexandra Silber’s AFTER ANATEVKA, PROUD MARYS Included in Prospect Musicals’ IGN Photo
Alexandra Silber’s AFTER ANATEVKA, PROUD MARYS Included in Prospect Musicals’ IGNITE Concert Festival
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 6, 2026

Prospect Musicals announced the return of the IGNITE Concert Festival of work-in-process musicals and related events, launching with musicalized book reading of Alexandra Silber’s After Anatevka, and concluding with a concert of the genre-bending new pop musical Proud Marys, presented in partnership with National Asian Artists Project.
Video: Samantha Mathis Picks the Shows That Shaped Her Photo
Video: Samantha Mathis Picks the Shows That Shaped Her
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 29, 2026

In this video, watch as stage and screen star Samantha Mathis walks us through the aisles of the Drama Book Shop to tell us all about the plays that made her the artist she is today. Can you guess which classics she most adores?
Boots Riley to Bring Anne Washburn's MR. BURNS Play to the Screen Photo
Boots Riley to Bring Anne Washburn's MR. BURNS Play to the Screen
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 13, 2026

Boots Riley, filmmaker behind 2018's Sorry to Bother You and the upcoming I Love Boosters, is bringing Anne Washburn's Mr. Burns, a Post-Electric Play, to the big screen.
A TROJAN WOMAN To Play Theater 98 @ The Tank For Limited Engagement Photo
A TROJAN WOMAN To Play Theater 98 @ The Tank For Limited Engagement
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2025

A Trojan Woman, a one-woman adaptation of Euripides’ The Trojan Women by playwright Sara Farrington, will be presented at Theater 98 @ The Tank in New York City. Directed by Meghan Finn and starring Drita Kabashi.
Target Margin Theater Unveils 2025-2026 TMT Institute Fellows Photo
Target Margin Theater Unveils 2025-2026 TMT Institute Fellows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2025

Target Margin Theater has revealed the 2025-2026 artists of the TMT Institute, a year-long fellowship that provides five artists with studio space, material resources, and a $2,000 stipend.
Gulfshore Playhouse to Present the Inaugural NEXT WAVE FESTIVAL: A Celebration of New Photo
Gulfshore Playhouse to Present the Inaugural NEXT WAVE FESTIVAL: A Celebration of New Voices in American Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2025

Gulfshore Playhouse will launch of the Next Wave Festival, a dynamic new play festival showcasing cutting-edge theatrical voices from across the country. Taking place January 31 - February 1, 2026.
Nina Hellman and Jeremy Shamos to Star WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Reading At  Photo
Nina Hellman and Jeremy Shamos to Star WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME Reading At Westport Country Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 26, 2025

Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand reading of the boundary-breaking, Obie Award-winning play, “What the Constitution Means to Me,“ written by Heidi Schreck, directed by Amanda Charlton, and starring Nina Hellman, Jeremy Shamos, and Jocelyn Shek, on Monday, December 1, at 7 p.m. 
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 12, 2025- WORKING GIRL First Look and More Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 12, 2025- WORKING GIRL First Look and More
by - Nov 12, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 12, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE Celebrates Opening Night Photo
Photos: THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE Celebrates Opening Night
by Jennifer Broski - Nov 11, 2025

Vineyard Theatre and The Civilians just celebrated opening night of the world premiere of THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE. Written by Anne Washburn and directed by Steve Cosson, the co-production now runs through December 7, 2025. Check out photos from inside opening night!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 11, 2025- THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Opens On Broadw Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld November 11, 2025- THE QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Opens On Broadway and More
by - Nov 11, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is November 11, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE Extended Through December At Vineyard Theatre Photo
THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE Extended Through December At Vineyard Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 11, 2025

Vineyard Theatre and The Civilians will extend the world premiere of THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE for one week, with performances now scheduled through December 7, 2025.
Review Roundup: THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE Photo
Review Roundup: THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE
by Stephi Wild - Nov 10, 2025

The world premiere of The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire, written by Anne Washburn and directed by Steve Cosson, in a co-production with The Civilians, is now open. Read the reviews here!
New Musical HUA MULAN Will Receive Industry Reading With Ali Ewoldt and Claire Kwon Photo
New Musical HUA MULAN Will Receive Industry Reading With Ali Ewoldt and Claire Kwon
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

Hua Mulan, a new musical by Jason Ma inspired by the legendary 5th century Chinese folk heroine, will have an industry presentation on November 7, in New York City.
Photos: Jeff Biehl, Bartley Booz and More in THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE Photo
Photos: Jeff Biehl, Bartley Booz and More in THE BURNING CAULDRON OF FIERY FIRE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025

You can now get a first look at photos of the world premiere of The Burning Cauldron of Fiery Fire, written by Anne Washburn. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
The Civilians Reveals 16th Annual R&D Group & 2025/26 Next Forever Commissions Photo
The Civilians Reveals 16th Annual R&D Group & 2025/26 Next Forever Commissions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2025

The Civilians has revealed its 25th anniversary season, featuring the newest members of its R&D Group and more. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets here!
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How many shows has The Civilians written?

The Civilians has written 1 shows including This Beautiful City (Creator).

What awards has The Civilians been nominated for?

and Obie Grant (Obie Awards).

What awards has The Civilians won?

The Civilians has won the Obie Grant from the Obie Awards.

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