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Opened: October 9, 2024
Closing: November 02, 2024

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Thomas Barrett, aged 17. In a rented apartment on Chicago’s South Side, the Younger family is full of hope, dreams, grief, and big plans. Their beloved father has died, and the money from his life insurance policy could change their lives.



Mama wants to put down roots in a home of her own. Her daughter Beneatha has her heart set on becoming a doctor. But her son Walter Lee thinks the money is his to spend — and he’s willing to sacrifice his values and his family to get what he wants. Each must face what it means to escape the

confines of a segregated society. How do you create a meaningful life in a world designed to keep you down?



Ground-breaking, pioneering and challenging, Lorraine Hansberry’s “A Raisin in the Sun” broke barriers as the first play by a Black woman on Broadway. Directed by Tinuke Craig (Jitney, The Color Purple), this classic family drama full of humour and heart, remains relevant and powerful in a world still divided by inequality.



In this brand new production, Timberlake Wertenbaker revisits her seminal play examining power and justice in the British justice system. Artistic Director Rachel O’Riordan (A Doll’s House, Iphigenia in Splott) directs this Olivier award winning classic based on the extraordinary true story of Australia’s first penal colony. With deportation as punishment more relevant than ever before, Our Country’s Good takes on new meaning in 2024.



Accessible Performances: Wednesday 23 October, 1.30pm – Chilled Environment Performance. Thursday 24 October, 7.30pm – Open Captioned Performance. Saturday 26 October, 2.30pm – Audio Described Performance . Monday 28 October, 7.30pm – BSL Interpreted Performance


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SMALL ACTS OF DARING INVENTION World Premiere to be Presented at HERE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 26, 2024


​​​​​​​Mason Holdings will present the world premiere of Small Acts of Daring Invention, a theatrical exploration of the real and unreal inspired by the life and work of Dare Wright, author of the children's book series The Lonely Doll. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Meg Gilbert of Parity Productions Joins TRU Town Hall: The Steps Taken Towards Gender Parity
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2024


Join Meg Gilbert of Parity Productions and other co-hosts at Theater Resources Unlimited's Town Hall event, discussing the steps taken towards achieving gender parity in theater.

Little Theatre Of Norfolk To Bring the Laughs with CHICKEN & BISCUITS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2024


Experience the joy and laughter of the Broadway hit CHICKEN & BISCUITS at Little Theatre of Norfolk. This heartwarming comedy explores love, hardships, and family complexities from March 22nd to April 7th.

Cast and Creative Team Set For FAT HAM at Seattle Rep
by Stephi Wild - Mar 15, 2024


Seattle Rep has announced the cast and creative team for their upcoming production of Fat Ham, a reimagining of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet set at a Southern Black family cookout.

¿Theater Resources Unlimited to Present Town Hall 'The Steps Taken Towards Gender Parity'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2024


Join Theater Resources Unlimited for their first Live Town Hall of 2024, focusing on steps towards gender parity in the arts. Learn more!

Video: Denzel Washington & Jake Gyllenhaal on Stage
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 6, 2024


Shakespeare will be back on Broadway in 2025 when Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal lead Othello, directed by Kenny Leon. Recap stage highlights from both of the stars in these videos!

Denzel Washington & Jake Gyllenhaal to Star in OTHELLO on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Mar 6, 2024


Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal will return to Broadway next season in a production of Othello directed by Kenny Leon. The production is set for an unspecified Shubert theatre.

TheatreSquared Unveils 24/25 Season Featuring a World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2024


TheatreSquared has revealed its 2024-2025 season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

BERLIN World Premiere, FALSETTOS & More Set for Court Theatre 70th Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2024


Court Theatre has unveiled its 70th season. See which shows are a part of the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Sandra Oh, Ann Harada & More to Star in THE WELKIN at Atlantic Theater Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2024


The complete cast has been revealed for the American premiere of The Welkin, written by Lucy Kirkwood and directed by Sarah Benson at Atlantic Theater Company. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Al Hirschfeld Foundation Appoints Three New Board Members
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2024


The Al Hirschfeld Foundation has appointed three new members of the board. Learn more about these board members and about the Foundation!

Broadway Buying Guide: February 26, 2024- See the New SWEENEY TODD Cast and More
by Team BWW - Feb 26, 2024


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 26, 2024.

Interview: Audra McDonald talks about AN EVENING WITH AUDRA MCDONALD, her role in 'Rustin' and more
by R. Scott Reedy - Feb 23, 2024


When it comes to concerts, Audra McDonald says she’s learned to choose a song list that really appeals to her. And she’s done just that for her current tour, which will bring her to Symphony Hall for her eighth appearance with the Celebrity Series of Boston, this time with an orchestra of local musicians, on February 27.

The 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards to Take Place in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2024


The 39th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards will be handed out in the annual ceremony set to take place Sunday, May 5, 2024, at 7:00PM at NYU Skirball. Learn more about who is being honored!

A Noise Within to Present KING HEDLEY II This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2024


A Noise Within is continuing its commitment to August Wilson’s “American Century Cycle” with a new production of King Hedley II. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Spotlight: Audra McDonald Comes to the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW Special Offer - Feb 21, 2024


Audra McDonald February 23rd @ Tilles Center for the Performing Arts LIU Post

Lyric Hammersmith Reveals 2024-25 Season, Including Revival of OUR COUNTRY'S GOOD and More!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2024


The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced its new 2024/2025 season, featuring a revival of the Olivier Award-winning play Our Country’s Good. Learn more about the full season here!

Patrick Page, Reeve Carney, Santino Fontana & More to Lead Red Bull Theater's 20th Anniversary Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2024


RED BULL THEATER has revealed details for the upcoming 20th Anniversary Festival, an all-star series of workshops and readings of Shakespeare, his contemporaries, & more. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets.

Ebony Repertory Theatre to Present Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard's STEW Beginning in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2024


Ebony Repertory Theatre will present 2021 Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard's STEW as its first production of 2024. See who is starring, and learn how to purchase tickets.

PURLIE VICTORIOUS Stage Film to Premiere on PBS This May; Great Performances Sets New 'Broadway's Best' Lineup
by Michael Major - Feb 12, 2024


The live capture of the recent Broadway revival of Purlie Victorious is premiering on PBS this May. Starring Leslie Odom Jr., the Kenny Leon-directed production was filmed before it closed on Broadway earlier this year. The lineup also includes the Audra McDonald concert, Rodgers & Hammerstein 80th Anniversary, Hamlet, and more!

Broadway Buying Guide: February 12, 2024- Get Tickets to MOULIN ROUGE!, SWEENEY TODD, and More
by Team BWW - Feb 12, 2024


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 12, 2024.

Review: A RAISIN IN THE SUN at The Classic Theatre Of San Antonio
by Jill Ripa - Feb 9, 2024


What did our critic think of A RAISIN IN THE SUN at The Classic Theatre Of San Antonio?

Andrew Keenan-Bolger & More to Star in SCARLETT DREAMS World Premiere at Greenwich House Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2024


The world premiere of a new play Scarlett Dreams, written and directed by S. Asher Gelman, will open at Greenwich House Theatre in the spring. Learn how to purchase tickets!

A RAISIN IN THE SUN Comes to The University of South Carolina's Dept. of Theatre and Dance This Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2024


The University of South Carolina Dept. of Theatre and Dance will present Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun. Performances begin on February 23. Learn more about the production here!

THE ANIMAL KINGDOM US Premiere Extends At Connelly Theater Upstairs
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024


THE ANIMAL KINGDOM, a quietly galvanizing play produced and directed by Jack Serio, extends its run at Connelly Theater Upstairs. Learn how to purchase tickets.

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