James Sherman News

North Coast Repertory Theatre will present Beau Jest, James Sherman's delightful Jewish-American story that weaves together vibrant traditions, sizzling chemistry, and joyous celebrations into a warm-hearted theatrical treat.

The Unexpected Guest, the classic mystery by Agatha Christie, will be directed by Warren Davis and produced by David Hunt Stafford for Theatre Forty. The production will be presented at Theatre Forty in the Mary Levin Cutler Theatre.

Northlight Theatre has extended its 50th Anniversary season opener, James Sherman’s The First Lady of Television, directed by Artistic Director BJ Jones. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Northlight Theatre will open its 50th Anniversary season with James Sherman’s new play The First Lady of Television, directed by Artistic Director BJ Jones. Learn more!

After a five-month delay caused by the devastating Palisades wildfire, Theatre Palisades will finally open its production of Jest a Second! on Thursday, June 12—thanks to the generosity of neighboring company Kentwood Players, who are hosting the show at their home venue, the Westchester Playhouse.

American Blues Theater will present the Chicago premiere of Artistic Affiliate Charles Smith’s Golden Leaf Ragtime Blues, directed by Ensemble Member Chuck Smith. Learn more!

Northlight Theatre has revealed the 2025-2026 season. The season opens with James Sherman’s new play The First Lady of Television. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Northlight Theatre has announced its 50th Anniversary Season. Northlight is celebrating 50 seasons with another year of powerful live theatre that broadens perspectives, deepens compassion, and keeps you entertained throughout the journey.

CHAGALL IN SCHOOL, a dramatic comedy, presents the story of Marc Chagall and the social change after the Russian Revolution. This Louisville premiere explores art, connection, and freedom.

The New Jewish Theatre welcomes the community to celebrate its 25th season of telling universal stories through the lens of the Jewish experience. On September 10, 2023, from 4:30-6 pm, the public is invited to join New Jewish Theatre leaders and actors at the Carl & Helene Mirowitz Performing Arts Center in Creve Coeur to celebrate, reminisce, and raise money for the future of live theatre at the Jewish Community Center.

Penguin Rep Theatre will present Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, a new comedy set in the era of bell bottoms, cassette tapes and landline phones by Katie Forgette, directed by Thomas Caruso, June 23 through July 16.

Grippo Stage Company will present the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on the book “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.

Grippo Stage Company presents the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by award-winning playwright Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago.

Grippo Stage Company presents the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on the book “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.

Grippo Stage Company presents Chagall In School, a world premiere comedy by James Sherman (Beau Jest, The God of Isaac, The Ben Hecht Show) and directed by Georgette Verdin. 

American Blues Theater, under the continued leadership of Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside, will present a live, online reading of 17 MINUTES by Scott Organ, directed by Michael Cotey as part of “The Room” series. The reading will be live on Monday, June 27 at 7pm.

Penguin Rep Theatre announced today the Off-Broadway premiere of Mr. Parker, a new play written by Michael McKeever and directed by Joe Brancato. Performances will begin Wednesday, June 1, 2022, for a limited engagement through June 25, 2022, at Theatre Row – Theatre 1 (410 West 42nd Street). Opening Night is Monday, June 6, 2022, at 7:00PM.

 Peninsula Players Theatre, America's oldest professional resident summer theater and Door County's theatrical icon, 'Romance in D' by James Sherman, performing August 24 through September 19. T

Victory Gardens Theater announces plans for its annual premier fundraising event, Making A Scene: Gala 2021, on Saturday, October 23, 2021 in the Ivy Room at Tree Studios, 12 E. Ohio Street.

This romantic comedy follows the lovable but awkward Isabel Fox (Cassandra Bissell) and Charles Norton (Neil Brookshire), two neighbors who develop a friendship while resisting their meddling parents. Meanwhile, Helen and George (Judy Blue and Greg Vinkler) unbeknownst to their kids, happen to start their own romance. 'Romance in D' is generously sponsored by Tim and Jackie Danis.