The Public Theatre
Also Credited As: The Joseph Papp Public Theater
Latest News on The Public Theatre:
Review: GUAC At Woolly Mammoth (Jan 30, 2025)
Zach Schiffman And Reid Pope Present COMEDIANS EARNESTLY SINGING MUSICAL THEATER At Joe's Pub (Jan 30, 2025)
BTC Unveils 2025 Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Recipients (Jan 29, 2025)
Review: GUAC At Woolly Mammoth (Jan 30, 2025)
Zach Schiffman And Reid Pope Present COMEDIANS EARNESTLY SINGING MUSICAL THEATER At Joe's Pub (Jan 30, 2025)
BTC Unveils 2025 Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Recipients (Jan 29, 2025)
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Awards and Nominations
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Tony Awards - 2015 - Best Musical
The Public Theatre, Fun Home
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The Lortels - 2004 - Outstanding Body of Work
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Obie Awards - 1974 - Costumes
The Public Theatre
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1968 - Other Awards
The Public Theatre
Videos
Video: Kate Baldwin Sings 'Everything' from HELD MOMENTARILY at 54 Below
by Michael Major - 2024-12-16 17:05:50
Exclusive: Watch WAITRESS' Caitlin Houlahan on Tonight's LAW & ORDER: SVU
by Michael Major - 2024-03-21 13:45:26
Video: Watch a Trailer for THE ALLY Starring Josh Radnor at The Public Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-03-10 12:45:52
Video: CABARET at the Kit Kat Club Celebrates John Kander and Joel Grey's Lifetime Achievement Tony Awards
by Stephi Wild - 2023-06-12 07:28:00
Video: Alicia Keys Teases New Musical HELL'S KITCHEN on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
by Michael Major - 2023-06-07 11:07:57
Video: Jeremy Strong Talks Theatre Roots and ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE on CBS SUNDAY MORNING
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-05-14 10:54:58
Video: Watch Suzan-Lori Parks Talk PLAYS FOR THE PLAGUE YEAR on PBS NEWSHOUR
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-04-22 09:08:56
VIDEO: NEW YORK, NEW YORK Teases Score in Honor of the Snow Day
by Blair Ingenthron - 2023-02-25 15:03:15
Video: Full Cast and Creative Team Announced for NEW YORK, NEW YORK; Plus Watch a New Trailer!
by Nicole Rosky - 2023-02-01 12:00:20
VIDEO: ALADDIN'S Joshua Dela Cruz Stars in BLUE'S CLUES Movie Musical Trailer
by Michael Major - 2022-10-04 15:29:28
VIDEO: Leslie Odom Jr. & Daniel Craig Star in KNIVES OUT Sequel Teaser Trailer
by Michael Major - 2022-09-08 09:45:29
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Krystina Alabado, KC Dela Cruz, Angelica Maria Beliard & More In Pre-Broadway KISS MY AZTEC! at Hartford Stage
by Alan Henry - 2022-06-20 10:16:38
Josh Young and Emily Padgett Will Bring VALJEAN, COSETTE AND A STRING QUARTET to the Green Room 42
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-03-29 17:43:28
VIDEO: Jennifer Hudson Performs the Title Song in This New Clip From RESPECT!
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-07-30 11:50:38
BWW Exclusive: Leslie Odom Jr. & Kathryn Hahn Sing About Owen & Paige's Proposal Story on CENTRAL PARK!
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-07-22 08:13:59
VIDEO: See Audra McDonald, Jennifer Hudson, Tituss Burgess & More in a New RESPECT Featurette!
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-07-20 13:49:40
VIDEO: Watch a Preview Clip From This Week's Episode of CENTRAL PARK, Featuring Leslie Odom Jr.!
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-06-30 09:29:25
VIDEO: Leslie Odom Jr. & More in Trailer for SOPRANOS Prequel - THE MANY SAINTS OF NEWARK!
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-06-29 13:06:03
VIDEO: See Jennifer Hudson, Audra McDonald & More in the Trailer for Aretha Franklin Biopic RESPECT!
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-05-19 09:27:30
News
Review: GUAC At Woolly Mammoth
by Jake Bridges - Jan 30, 2025
What did our critic think of GUAC at Woolly Mammoth?
by Jake Bridges - Jan 30, 2025
What did our critic think of GUAC at Woolly Mammoth?
Zach Schiffman And Reid Pope Present COMEDIANS EARNESTLY SINGING MUSICAL THEATER At Joe's Pub
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2025
Joe's Pub, a program of the Public Theatre, Zach Schiffman, and Reid Pope will present Comedians Earnestly Singing Musical Theater, a one-night-only showcase of comedians' secret musical theater talents, on February 7th, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2025
Joe's Pub, a program of the Public Theatre, Zach Schiffman, and Reid Pope will present Comedians Earnestly Singing Musical Theater, a one-night-only showcase of comedians' secret musical theater talents, on February 7th, 2025.
BTC Unveils 2025 Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Recipients
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2025
BTC and Broadway stage manager and producer Cody Renard Richard has revealed the next cohort of The Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 29, 2025
BTC and Broadway stage manager and producer Cody Renard Richard has revealed the next cohort of The Cody Renard Richard Scholarship Program.
Goodspeed Musicals Hosts 36 Writers for the 13th Annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2025
Goodspeed Musicals has announced the participants for the 13th annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals, which will be held January 27 - February 23 on the Goodspeed campus in East Haddam, Conn.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2025
Goodspeed Musicals has announced the participants for the 13th annual Johnny Mercer Foundation Writers Grove at Goodspeed Musicals, which will be held January 27 - February 23 on the Goodspeed campus in East Haddam, Conn.
Sharon Lawrence Will Lead PARENTS IN CHAINS at Ensemble Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company in association with J. Todd Harris will present an add-on production to its season, Sharon Lawrence starring in the world premiere of a new comedy, PARENTS IN CHAINS.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2025
Ensemble Theatre Company in association with J. Todd Harris will present an add-on production to its season, Sharon Lawrence starring in the world premiere of a new comedy, PARENTS IN CHAINS.
Spotlight: EVERY BRILLIANT THING at The Public Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - Jan 22, 2025
The Public Theatre starts the New Year with one of the most powerful and unique experiences you may ever have in a theatre, the critically acclaimed Off-Broadway hit Every Brilliant Thing playing Jan 24 – Feb 2.
by BWW Special Offer - Jan 22, 2025
The Public Theatre starts the New Year with one of the most powerful and unique experiences you may ever have in a theatre, the critically acclaimed Off-Broadway hit Every Brilliant Thing playing Jan 24 – Feb 2.
Feature: ARKANSAS THEATRE YEAR IN REVIEW FOR 2024
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 22, 2025
Welcome to my 2024 Broadway World Year in Review. It’s been a busy year, and I’m having a great time. This year I’ve written 174 articles (175 counting this one), which is up 30 articles from last year. Thank you for allowing me into your world and entertaining me.
by Theresa Bertram - Jan 22, 2025
Welcome to my 2024 Broadway World Year in Review. It’s been a busy year, and I’m having a great time. This year I’ve written 174 articles (175 counting this one), which is up 30 articles from last year. Thank you for allowing me into your world and entertaining me.
John Douglas Thompson To Be Honored At Red Bull Theater Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025
Red Bull Theater has announced that John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025
Red Bull Theater has announced that John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit.
Jennifer Damiano and Michael Zegen Tie the Knot
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025
BroadwayWorld congratulates actors Jennifer Damiano and Michael Zegen on their marriage! The pair appeared in the off-Broadway production of Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice, and made their red carpet debut together as a couple in 2022 at the Tony Awards.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025
BroadwayWorld congratulates actors Jennifer Damiano and Michael Zegen on their marriage! The pair appeared in the off-Broadway production of Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice, and made their red carpet debut together as a couple in 2022 at the Tony Awards.
EVERY BRILLIANT THING Announced At The Public Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025
The Public Theatre starts the New Year with the critically acclaimed Off-Broadway hit Every Brilliant Thing. Every Brilliant Thing runs January 24 – February 2 at The Public Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2025
The Public Theatre starts the New Year with the critically acclaimed Off-Broadway hit Every Brilliant Thing. Every Brilliant Thing runs January 24 – February 2 at The Public Theatre.
Best Broadway Shows in January 2025
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 31, 2024
What's the best show on Broadway? Check out ten Broadway shows to see in January 2025 that have earned critical acclaim, gained audience praise, and earned Tony Awards.
by Sidney Paterra - Dec 31, 2024
What's the best show on Broadway? Check out ten Broadway shows to see in January 2025 that have earned critical acclaim, gained audience praise, and earned Tony Awards.
REJECTS ANONYMOUS Returns At Caveat This Monday
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 28, 2024
This Monday check out REJECTS ANONYMOUS, the improvised 12-step meeting for all of you screw-ups out there, at Caveat NYC.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 28, 2024
This Monday check out REJECTS ANONYMOUS, the improvised 12-step meeting for all of you screw-ups out there, at Caveat NYC.
Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024
This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; Ogunquit Playhouse Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024
This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
THE ROCKY HORROR SKIVVIES SHOW Comes To Laguna Playhouse This January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2024
“The Skivvies” return to Laguna Playhouse with this concert celebration of the 1973 cult musical, The Rocky Horror Show this January.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2024
“The Skivvies” return to Laguna Playhouse with this concert celebration of the 1973 cult musical, The Rocky Horror Show this January.
Video: Kate Baldwin Sings 'Everything' from HELD MOMENTARILY at 54 Below
by Michael Major - Dec 16, 2024
Watch a video of Kate Baldwin singing 'Everything' by Oliver Houser. Oliver Houser is a writer, composer, actor, and a student at the Macaulay Honors Program at Hunter College, NY.
by Michael Major - Dec 16, 2024
Watch a video of Kate Baldwin singing 'Everything' by Oliver Houser. Oliver Houser is a writer, composer, actor, and a student at the Macaulay Honors Program at Hunter College, NY.
Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards; WAITRESS at Ogunquit Playhouse Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024
Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Maine Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024
Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Norbert Leo Butz, Donna McKechnie, J. Harrison Ghee And More Come To Legacy Theatre In 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2024
Branford's Legacy Theatre has announced a star-studden lineup for the 2025 Sunday Broadway Concert Series lineup for the historic theatre's 5th anniversary season.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2024
Branford's Legacy Theatre has announced a star-studden lineup for the 2025 Sunday Broadway Concert Series lineup for the historic theatre's 5th anniversary season.
20 Great Audition Songs for Mezzos
by Sarah Lasko - Dec 3, 2024
If you’re a mezzo, it can feel overwhelming to find material you love that hasn’t already been sung to death. There’s so much great audition material for mezzos, and much of it is already in everyone’s audition book. Find great audition songs for mezzo-sopranos here!
by Sarah Lasko - Dec 3, 2024
If you’re a mezzo, it can feel overwhelming to find material you love that hasn’t already been sung to death. There’s so much great audition material for mezzos, and much of it is already in everyone’s audition book. Find great audition songs for mezzo-sopranos here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has The Public Theatre been nominated for?
Best Musical (Tony Awards) for Fun Home, Outstanding Body of Work (The Lortels), Costumes (Obie Awards) and Other Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards).
What awards has The Public Theatre won?
The Public Theatre has won several prestigious awards, including the Best Musical at the Tony Awards for Fun Home. It received the Outstanding Body of Work award at The Lortels and the Costumes award at the Obie Awards. Additionally, The Public Theatre has been recognized with other awards from the Outer Critics Circle Awards.
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