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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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HOW TO SUCCEED... Comes to Little Theatre Of Virginia Beach
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2024


Little Theatre of Virginia Beach has announced its upcoming production of the Tony Award-winning musical, How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. 

Apple TV+ Offers Halloween Programming for the Entire Family This Spooky Season
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 7, 2024


Apple TV+ has lots to offer ghouls and goblins of all ages this fall, including the debut of the second season of DreamWorks Animation's adventure series, “CURSES!” on Friday, October 4. Guest voice stars on this one-of-a-kind spooky adventure series include horror legend Robert Englund, as well as James Marsters, Rhea Perlman, Phylicia Rashad, and more.

Video: Apple TV+ Unveils CURSES! Season Two Sneak Peek
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 1, 2024


Apple TV+ has released a sneak peek clip from season two of the celebrated spooky adventure series from DreamWorks Animation, “CURSES!,” premiering globally on Friday, October 4. Watch it now!

Black Box Theater to Present A RAISIN IN THE SUN Talkback Group Session
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2024


Join the closing of A RAISIN IN THE SUN at Black Box Theater. Experience Lorraine Hansberry's powerful play and participate in a community talkback session led by Rev. Tammie Denyse, PhD. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: Tony Award Winner Joaquina Kalukango Makes Segerstrom Center Cabaret Debut
by Michael Quintos - Sep 24, 2024


Blessed with jawdroppingly gorgeous vocals, Tony Award winner Joaquina Kalukango—accompanied by music director Michael Orland—wows in her West Coast solo concert debut at OC's Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa to kick off their 2024-2025 Cabaret Series.

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


What did our critic think of A RAISIN IN THE SUN at Theatrical Outfit?

Danny Burstein Will Join Audra McDonald in GYPSY
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 19, 2024


Tony Award Winner Danny Burstein will star as “Herbie” opposite six-time Tony Award Winner Audra McDonald “Rose” in GYPSY. We have all of the details here!

Video: Apple TV+ Releases Trailer for CURSES Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2024


Apple TV+ has released the trailer for season two of the thrilling and spooky adventure series for kids from DreamWorks Animation, “CURSES!,” premiering globally on Friday, October 4.  

32 Theater Books for Your Fall 2024 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 6, 2024


We're falling into fall with a great Broadway read! This season, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 32 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's Fall 2024 reading list.

Carrie's TOUCH to Present A RAISIN IN THE SUN Beginning Performances This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024


Carrie’s TOUCH will present a new production of A RAISIN IN THE SUN at the West Sacramento Black Box Theater. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

JIMMY & LORRAINE: A MUSING to be Presented at the Austin Arts Center at Trinity College
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2024


HartBeat Ensemble's 'Jimmy & Lorraine: A Musing' will be presented at the Austin Arts Center at Trinity College, exploring the lives and legacies of James Baldwin and Lorraine Hansberry. Learn how to purchase tickets.

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!

Review: A RAISIN IN THE SUN at TheatreSquared
by Theresa Bertram - Sep 11, 2024


To open Season 19 at TheatreSquared, 477 W. Spring St, in Fayetteville, this amazing gem has brought another classic to the masses. For our viewing pleasure, A RAISIN IN THE SUN by Lorraine Hansberry, the first African-American woman to be produced on Broadway, is running now through  Sunday, Sept. 15, and you don’t want to miss it. Director Dexter J Singleton and his creative team deserve high praise for his visionary and sensitive handling of this groundbreaking play. It is relevant, it is moving, it is funny, and it will tug at your heartstrings as you hope that everything works out for the Younger family.  

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre Gives Out Over 16,500 Free Tickets To Local West London Community
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2024


Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced the distribution of over 16,500 free tickets to the local West London community, aiming to make theatre more accessible and inclusive for residents.

3Arts Announces Performers, Artists, and Arts Educators Receiving $30k Each at 3Arts Awards Celebration
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024


3Arts, the Chicago-based nonprofit grantmaking organization, has announced the recipients of this year’s 3Arts Awards, with over half a million dollars distributed to local artists.

Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation Announces Liz Diamond as New SDCF Board President
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2024


Liz Diamond, Jonathan Parker, and Barbara Whitman have been announced as new members of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation (SDCF) Board of Trustees, bringing their extensive experience to the organization.

A RAISIN IN THE SUN Comes to Black Broadway Tulsa This Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024


Black Broadway Tulsa will present its debut production of A Raisin in the Sun, opening on September 20th at the Maya Angelou Theater.

JIMMY & LORRAINE: A MUSING to be Presented at the Austin Arts Center at Trinity College
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2024


HartBeat Ensemble's 'Jimmy & Lorraine: A Musing' will be presented at the Austin Arts Center at Trinity College. The play explores the relationship between James Baldwin and Lorraine Hansberry. Learn how to purchase tickets.

London Theatre Week Extends Due to Demand
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2024


Due to demand, London Theatre Week is extending as it continues to celebrate the West End's theatrical scene. From Monday September 2nd theatre fans can continue to shop exclusively priced tickets starting at just £15.

Black Broadway Tulsa to Make Debut With A RAISIN IN THE SUN
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 31, 2024


Black Broadway Tulsa has announced its debut production of A Raisin in the Sun, opening on September 20th at the Maya Angelou Theater, located within Central Performing Arts High School.

Spotlight: A RAISIN IN THE SUN at TheatreSquared
by BWW Special Offer - Aug 30, 2024


𝘼 𝙍𝙖𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙪𝙣 navigates the crossroads of home and hope

Photos: Doreene Blackstock & More in A RAISIN IN THE SUN Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2024


Check out rehearsal photos for Headlong's A Raisin in the Sun. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Legacy of Lorraine Hansberry Celebrated at Dedication Ceremony of Sculpture in Navy Pier
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2024


On Friday, August 23, the Lorraine Hansberry Initiative and Chicago’s Navy Pier celebrated the installation of Alison Saar’s To Sit A While. See photos!

Surflight Theatre Continues 2024 Season with HEAD OVER HEELS
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2024


Surflight Theatre continues their 2024 Season with the new Broadway hit, Head Over Heels.

Interview: Chisa Hutchinson and THE BLEEDING CLASS at 59E59 Theaters 
by Marina Kennedy - Aug 20, 2024


Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing playwright, Chisa Hutchinson about her career and 'The Bleeding Class' at 59E59 Theaters.

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