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Review: SOMETHING ROTTEN! at Landestheater Linz
by Martin Ganeider - Nov 17, 2024


SOMETHING ROTTEN! opens in Linz for its German Language Premiere. The show, written by Karey Kirkpatrick, Wayne Kirkpatrick, and John O'Farrell, is presented in German for the first time.

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre's 2025 Pantomime, Begins Performances
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 16, 2024


JACK AND THE BEANSTALK will play The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre beginning this month and running through January. Learn more about the production and how to get tickets here!

United Solo Announces Fall 2024 Special Award Nominees
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2024


United Solo has announced the nominees for their annual United Solo Special Award.

Review: WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE'S HAMLET at The Lantern Theatre
by Theresa Bertram - Nov 15, 2024


The Lantern Theatre in Conway has reimagined William Shakespeare’s HAMLET by casting a female in the titular role, and it has proved to be the most inspirational and creative choice allowing you to experience this classic in a whole new way. Directed by Vera Proctor, this innovative approach not only honors Shakespeare’s original text but also underscores the timelessness of his work, proving that great storytelling transcends boundaries of gender. This is their final weekend, so grab your tickets at https://www.conwaylanterntheatre.org. You don’t want to miss this one. 

Review Roundup: Kenneth Branagh-Directed KING LEAR Opens at The Shed
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2024


Acclaimed actor Kenneth Branagh steps into the formidable shoes of William Shakespeare’s King Lear, in a new production at The Shed NYC. Read the reviews for this new production of one of Shakespeare's most famous tragedies.

Tinuke Craig Appointed Associate Artistic Director Of Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2024


Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre has announced Tinuke Craig as their new Associate Artistic Director. Tinuke’s extensive directing experience has seen her create work for the National Theatre, Royal Shakespeare  Company, The Old Vic and Chichester Festival Theatre.

Play On Shakespeare & The Acting Company Announce Casting for 2025 Repertory Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2024


Play On Shakespeare and The Acting Company announced their 2025 repertory tour featuring Christina Anderson's modern verse translation of THE COMEDY OF ERRORS and August Wilson's TWO TRAINS RUNNING.

Artists Sign Open Letter Calling On National Theatre To Reinstate Primary Theatre Schools Touring Programme 
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2024


Artists, including David Morrissey, urged the National Theatre to reinstate its primary school touring program, emphasizing its importance for arts education and community engagement.

Sir Derek Jacobi Receives Critic's Circle’s 2023 Rosebowl for Distinguished Service to the Arts
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024


Sir Derek Jacobi received the Critic's Circle’s 2023 Rosebowl for Distinguished Service to the Arts. The event took place on November 7th at the National Liberal Club.

OTHELLO Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Finds Full Cast
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024


The complete cast has been announced for Shakespeare's Othello, starring Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal.

Maxine Peake Will Lead DOUBT: A PARABLE at Ustinov Studio, Theatre Royal Bath
by Stephi Wild - Nov 12, 2024


Maxine Peake will star in this brand-new production of John Patrick Shanley's award-winning drama. DOUBT a parable will be at Theatre Royal Bath's Ustinov Studio.

TN Shakespeare Co. to Present TWELFTH NIGHT in December
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 11, 2024


Tennessee Shakespeare Company (TSC) will bring William Shakespeare's holiday celebration Twelfth Night to the newly configured Tabor Stage in December.

Paul Mescal in STREETCAR, Whitney White's MACBETH IN STRIDE & More to Play BAM in 2025
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 11, 2024


BAM has revealed its 2025 Winter Spring Season, featuring Paul Mescal in A Streetcar Named Desire, Whitney White's Macbeth in Stride, and more. Learn more about the full lineup here!

National Ballet of Canada Announces Lead Cast for GISELLE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2024


Tirion Law, Siphesihle November, and Peng-Fei Jiang make their debut performances in the classic ballet GISELLE.

Gingold Theatrical Group Will Host A SCINTILLATING SHAW PARTY
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2024


Gingold Theatrical Group and The American Irish Historical Society have announced a Scintillating Shaw Party celebrating GTG's acclaimed all-female production of Shaw's The Devil's Disciple.

AMERICAN MOOR to Continue Lantern Theater Company 2024/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2024


Lantern Theater Company will present the Philadelphia premiere of AMERICAN MOOR by Keith Hamilton Cobb, exploring Shakespeare, race, and modern America. Directed by Kash Goins. Learn how to purchase tickets.

BWW Q&A: Denyce Graves on THE PASSION OF MARY CARDWELL DAWSON at North Carolina Opera
by Joshua Wright - Nov 6, 2024


Mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves’ career has garnered unparalleled popular and critical acclaim. Ms. Graves’ acclaimed appearances as Carmen and Dalila in Samson et Dalila have resounded in the world’s greatest opera houses, and her success has been recognized in notable television appearances, interviews, masterclasses, and magazines.

Mandy Patinkin and Janet McTeer to Star in New Limited Series THE ARTIST
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 4, 2024


The Network has announced that it will begin production of its new limited original series, “The Artist.” The murder mystery series stars Tony-winner Mandy Patinkin, Tony-winner Janet McTeer, and Danny Huston.

LIES WHERE IT FALLS Comes to the Finborough Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2024


Lies Where It Falls comes to the Finborough Theatre this month. Performances run  26 November – 21 December 2024. Learn more about the show here!

Photos: THE DEVIL'S DISCIPLE Celebrates Opening Night
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 4, 2024


Gingold Theatrical Group is now presenting The Devil's Disciple by George Bernard Shaw. Directed by David Staller, The Devil's Disciple will play in Theatre Two at Theatre Row through November 23, 2024. Check out photos from opening night here!

Photos: On the Red Carpet at THE DEVIL'S DISCIPLE Opening Night
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 4, 2024


Gingold Theatrical Group is now presenting The Devil's Disciple by George Bernard Shaw. Directed by David Staller, The Devil's Disciple will play in Theatre Two at Theatre Row through November 23, 2024. Check out photos of the cast arriving at opening night here!

Adelaide Festival Announces 2025 Program
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 3, 2024


Adelaide Festival has announced its 40th program, promising a suite of international and Australian productions and artists which will further enhance its 65-year reputation as Australia's premier international festival.

BWW Q&A: Brittany Bradford of LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by Joshua Wright - Oct 31, 2024


BWW Q&A: Brittany Bradford of LEROY AND LUCY at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly to Star in Theater Drama THE PLAYERS
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 31, 2024


Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly are reuniting! Following their turns as Laurel and Hardy in 2018's Stan & Ollie, the pair will star in a new comedy about the infamous rivalry between stage actors Edwin Forrest (Reilly) and William Macready (Coogan).

Andrew Burnap, Anthony Michael Lopez, and More Join OTHELLO
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2024


The upcoming revival of Shakespeare's Othello has found its cast, joining previously announced Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal. Check out who will join the lineup here!

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Hamlet - Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1991 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director - Play Kevin Kline

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