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Opens: January 29, 2025
Closing: February 22, 2025
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A new Jazz musical based on Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night”



What does it take for a woman to make it in a man’s world?



Meet Vy, a talented songwriter looking to make it big in the 1940’s Harlem scene. She quickly learns from her uncle Jester that women will never be taken seriously in a man’s world. But, like many a strong hero, she refuses to accept defeat. Through her gender fluid cunning, she meets club owner The Duke and sensational nightclub singer Lady Liv and is swept up in a syncopated symphony of melodies, mistaken identities and romance. Who will come out on top?



Play On! is set in the jazz scene of New York’s Cotton Club. This stylish retelling of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, directed by Talawa’s Artistic Director Michael Buffong (A Kind of People, Royal Court; All My Sons, Talawa and Royal Exchange) fuses the thrilling music of Duke Ellington with street dance choreography.



Prepare to be wowed by this musical spectacular that will have your toes tapping and hands clapping along with the timeless soundtrack.



Accessible Performances: Wednesday 12 February, 2.30pm – Chilled Environment Performance. Thursday 13 February, 7.30pm – Open Captioned Performance. Saturday 15 February, 2.30pm – Audio Described Performance. Monday 17 February, 7.30pm – BSL Interpreted Performance


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The Old Globe Announces Second Extension For Agatha Christie's MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 21, 2024


The Old Globe has announced that its hit production of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express, which is adapted for the stage by Tony Award–nominated playwright Ken Ludwig and directed by Peter Amster, has received a second extension week due to popular demand.

Review: A RAISIN IN THE SUN at Theatrical Outfit
by Jennifer Skura Boutell - Sep 20, 2024


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New Kids On The Block to Play First-Ever Las Vegas Residency
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 20, 2024


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Screenwriter And Playwright Jeff Whitty To Speak At Great Lakes Theater Director's Night Discussion
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2024


Jeff Whitty, Academy Award-nominated screenwriter and Tony Award-winning playwright, will speak at Great Lakes Theater's Director's Night discussion for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM on September 19, 2024.

TRU to Present 'Been There, Done It All, Seen It All: The Many Facets Of Irene Gandy'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 19, 2024


Theater Resources Unlimited is now in its fourth year of weekly Community Gatherings via Zoom, featuring over 200 conversations since April 2020. This week's session highlights publicist and producer Irene Gandy. Learn how to attend.

DISNEY JR. LIVE ON TOUR: LET'S PLAY Begins At Copeland Hall Next Month
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2024


DISNEY JR. LIVE ON TOUR: LET'S PLAY announced its kickoff this week, bringing beloved characters and interactive fun to audiences nationwide. Don't miss this family-friendly event coming to a city near you.

SHIT. MEET. FAN. Extended for Two Weeks at MCC Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2024


MCC Theater will present a two-week extension for the currently sold-out World Premiere of Shit. Meet. Fan. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Neil Patrick Harris & More in SHIT. MEET. FAN First Rehearsal
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2024


Check out footage from the first rehearsal of SHIT. MEET. FAN at MCC Theater. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: 'Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play' Kicks Off Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 18, 2024


“Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play” presented by Walmart kicks off in Costa Mesa, California, and marks the latest version of the Disney Jr. Live Tour, which will visit more than 60 cities through Dec. 15. Take a look at the photos from the new tour!

Rob McClure Will Play Final Performance in MRS. DOUBTFIRE on Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2024


Two-time Tony Award® nominee Rob McClure will say goodbye to the title role of Daniel Hillard/Euphegenia Doubtfire on October 13, 2024, after originating the role and earning a Tony nomination for his performance. He will have played over 400 performances with the show.   

Interview: From Beauty Pageants to HAIRSPRAY to Woxen of Tomorrow - Laura Bell Bundy's A BIG GIRL NOW
by Gil Kaan - Sep 18, 2024


Celebrating the 20th anniversary of HAIRSPRAY, the original Tracy, Penny, and Amber - Marissa Jaret Winokur, Kerry Butler and Laura Bell Bundy - reunite for Mama I’m a Big Girl Now at The Wallis September 26, 2024. Got a chance to ask a few queries of Laura.

THEATRE: THE IMPROVISED PLAY to Return to Upright Citizens Brigade Theater This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2024


'THEATRE: The Improvised Play' returns to UCBNY this fall, featuring rising stars from New York's comedy scene. Learn how to purchase tickets.

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by Team BWW - Sep 16, 2024


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Review: JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Arena Stage
by Jake Bridges - Sep 15, 2024


What did our critic think of JAJA'S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING at Arena Stage?

Review: GUSTAV MAHLER'S SYMPHONY NO 2 'RESURRECTION', Bold Tendencies
by Matthew Paluch - Sep 16, 2024


The Bold Tendencies Communion season came to an end last night, and it didn't go quietly. With 119 musicians of the Philharmonia Orchestra, 100 members of the Philharmonia Chorus and two soloists sopranos, conductor Nefeli Chadouli led the vast troupe in Gustav Mahler's Symphony No 2 'Resurrection’.

Amandine Beyer Returns to Tafelmusik With FEAST FOR THE SENSES
by Stephi Wild - Sep 13, 2024


Almost a decade after Amandine Beyer’s memorable Tafelmusik debut, the French violinist will return as guest director and soloist in Feast for the Senses: Lalande & Rameau on Oct. 18 & 19 at 8 PM, and Oct 20 at 3 PM at Jeanne Lamon Hall

Old Globe 2025 Season Includes World Premiere Musical from LEGALLY BLONDE Writers & More
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2024


The Old Globe has announced its 2025 Season, which is packed with new musicals and plays, West Coast and San Diego premieres, and two of Shakespeare’s popular comedies.

Meet the Cast of OUR TOWN, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2024


Thornton Wilder’s Our Town will begin previews on Tuesday, September 17 ahead of an opening on Thursday, October 10 at the Barrymore Theatre for a strictly limited engagement. Meet the cast of Our Town here!

Pianist Han Chen To be Featured on Clarinetist Eric Schultz's Recording POLYGLOT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2024


Pianist Han Chen collaborates with clarinetist Eric Schultz on the recording Polyglot, featuring works by Iván Enrique Rodríguez, Johanny Navarro, Chia-Yu Hsu, Gabriel Bouche Caro, and Johannes Brahms.

Faux Real Up the Ante with New Single, 'Hi Tension'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 11, 2024


Following an action-packed summer of international shows, Faux Real have returned to share “Hi Tension.” The latest single from the visionary Los Angeles-based Franco-American art-pop duo previews their debut record, Faux Ever, due October 11, 2024. Listen to it now!

VAN GOGH SHOGH Comes to Arts House Productions This Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2024


This fall, Art House Productions will present The Van Gogh Shogh, an innovative and provocative solo performance by the critically-acclaimed clown, Donna Oblongata. Blurring the lines between deranged 'Sip 'n Paint,' karaoke night, and Sotheby’s auction, this 75-minute show dives into the life and legacy of Vincent Van Gogh to ask profound questions about art, success, and the creative process.

Review Roundup: 23.5 HOURS at Park Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2024


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Review Roundup: THE BAND BACK TOGETHER at Arcola Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2024


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Acclaimed Pianist Yoko Miwa And Her Trio Return To Scullers Jazz Club This October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2024


Acclaimed Japanese-born pianist Yoko Miwa returns in performance on Friday, October 4 at Scullers Jazz Club,

Interview: Jana Mestecky of A DOLL'S HOUSE with Crescent City Stage
by Tara Bennett - Sep 9, 2024


Crescent City Stage is bringing a contemporary take on a theatrical classic to life with its current production of A DOLL' S HOUSE, adapted by playwright Amy Herzog. Known for her character-driven storytelling, Herzog reimagines Henrik Ibsen's 19th-century masterpiece for today's audiences, offering a fresh yet faithful interpretation of this enduring exploration of love, identity and liberation.

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