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NETWORK Comes to PCS Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2025

PCS Theater has announced the regional premiere of Network, adapted for the stage by Lee Hall from the Academy Award-winning screenplay by Paddy Chayefsky.

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.

HOW TO BREXIT GRACEFULLY To Premiere At The Chain Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2024

Thirdwing will present the world premiere of HOW TO BREXIT GRACEFULLY by Cameron Darwin Bossert, set in 1990, exploring personal and professional turmoil on a ferry between England and Ireland. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: How Well Does Norbert Leo Butz Recall His Old Lines?
by Joey Mervis - Nov 1, 2024

We know him as Fiyero, Edward Bloom, Carl Hanratty, and more- but how well does Norbert Leo Butz know those characters? We're putting him to the test in the latest edition of BroadwayWorld's Line Please! In this video, watch as he tries to guess which shows he said each of these lines.

Photos: NETWORK at Invictus Theatre Company
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 17, 2024

Invictus Theatre Company’s Chicago premiere of NETWORK will run through September 29. Check out production photos here!

Photos: Julian Schlossberg And Friends Celebrate The Release of MY FIRST BOOK- PART 2
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Aug 14, 2024

Legendary stage and screen producer, broadcaster, podcaster and author Julian Schlossberg and friends gathered to celebrate the legendary producer’s 6 decades in show business, and the launch of Schlossberg’s new memoir, My First Book – Part 2, A Producer’s Life Continues. See photos from the event!

The Umbrella Season Opens With Immersive NETWORK Adaptation
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2024

Experience a powerful and immersive adaptation of NETWORK at The Umbrella, directed by Ashley Kelly Tata and designed by Afsoon Pajoufar, exploring media, truth, and authenticity in the digital age.

Julian Schlossberg Releases New Book MY FIRST BOOK - PART 2
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2024

My First Book – Part 2, A Producer's Life Continues, the latest  memoir from legendary stage and screen producer Julian Schlossberg, is now available in paperback, Kindle, and audiobook read by the author, from Amazon. Learn more!

Meet the Cast of JOB, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2024

Following two sold-out runs Off-Broadway, JOB, the play by Max Wolf Friedlich, starring acclaimed original cast members Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon, is coming to Broadway! Previews begin tonight. Meet the cast of JOB here!

Norbert Leo Butz and Lillias White Will Join Seth Rudetsky's Broadway Concert Series at The Studebaker Theater
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2024

Two nights of Broadway magic will come to Chicago with Seth's Broadway Concert Series at The Studebaker Theater in the historic Fine Arts Building, 410 S Michigan Ave.

Norbert Leo Butz, Ana Gasteyer And Seth Rudetsky To Star In SETH'S BROADWAY CONCERT SERIES
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024

Experience two nights of Broadway magic with Norbert Leo Butz, Ana Gasteyer, and Seth Rudetsky at The Studebaker Theater on July 28-29, 2024.

JOB, Starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon, Will Open on Broadway This Summer
by Nicole Rosky - May 28, 2024

Following two sold-out runs Off-Broadway, JOB, the smash hit play by Max Wolf Friedlich, will open on Broadway this summer starring acclaimed original cast members Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon. We have all of the details!

Invictus Theatre Company Moves To Windy City Playhouse; 2024 Season Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2024

Invictus Theatre Company has announced a new home and a four-play season for 2024. Invictus will move to the Windy City Playhouse, the former producing company and venue that closed early last year. Learn more about the season here!

JOB, Starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon, Returns Off-Broadway Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Dec 13, 2023

JOB, the critically acclaimed psychological thriller about the toll life on the internet takes on all of us, which played a sold-out, twice-extended Off Broadway run this fall, will return for an encore engagement next month.  Learn more about the show and how to get tickets here!

Tony-Winning Stage and Screen Actress Frances Sternhagen Dies at 93
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2023

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actress Frances Sternhagen has died at age 93. Learn more about her life and career here.

Thirdwing Premieres UNITED NATIONS Drama At New 154 On Christopher
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2023

Thirdwing presents the World Premiere of 'UNITED NATIONS: THE OTHER WEST,' a darkly comedic drama set within the UN Headquarters in New York. This innovative hybrid theater company brings bold new works to the stage and streaming platforms. Don't miss this powerful production starring Matthew Sanders, Yelena Shmulenson, Wesli Spencer, and Siobhan Crystal.

World Premiere of JOB Extends Through Mid-October at SoHo Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2023

JOB, the world premiere of a new play by Max Wolf Friedlich, starring Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon has extended its critically acclaimed run.

Review Roundup: Theresa Rebeck's DIG Opens At Primary Stages
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 21, 2023

PRIMARY STAGES and 59E59 Theaters present Dig, a new play written and directed by Pulitzer Prize finalist Theresa Rebeck. Read the reviews!

Peter Friedman and Sydney Lemmon Will Lead New Off-Broadway Play JOB
by Stephi Wild - Aug 7, 2023

Tony nominee Peter Friedman (Ragtime, “Succession,” Single White Female) and Sydney Lemmon (TÁR, “Helstrom,” 'Succession') will star in the world premiere of JOB by Max Wolf Friedlich (SleepOver), directed by Michael Herwitz (Mr. Parker).

Photos: Commune Comedy VERMONT Opens At Wild Project
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2023

After scoring hits with the Disney union strike drama Burbank (called “smart and entertaining” by Laura Collins Hughes of The New York Times) and the mass media drama Television, Thirdwing presents the World Premiere of VERMONT by Rachel Carey. See photos from the production.

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