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Interview: Theatre Life with the Creative Team of PENELOPE


Today’s subjects Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz are currently living their theatre lives as the creative team for the DC premeire of Signature Theatre’s latest piece of musical greatness Penelope. The Greek myth inspired solo performer musical runs through April 28th in Signature’s ARK space.

Clubbed Thumb Reveals Complete Lineup for 2024 SUMMERWORKS


Clubbed Thumb has revealed the complete line-up for the 27th SUMMERWORKS festival of new plays. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Jessica Phillips Sings 'Tired of Faith' from PENELOPE


Watch Jessica Phillips sing 'Tired of Faith' from Penelope, a new musical at Signature Theatre, featuring book by Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean & Eva Steinmetz, and music and lyrics by Alex Bechtel in an all-new video.

Photos: Get a First Look at PENELOPE at Signature Theatre


Get a first look at photos of Jessica Phillips in Penelope at Signature Theatre.

Video: Get a First Look at PENELOPE at Signature Theatre


Get a first look at  Jessica Phillips in Penelope, a new musical at Signature Theatre. Penelope has a book by Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean & Eva Steinmetz, and music and lyrics by Alex Bechtel.

World Premiere of REDEMPTION STORY to be Presented at A.R.T./New York Theatres


The Associates Theater Ensemble will present the World Premiere of Peregrine Teng Heard’s Redemption Story directed by Sarah Blush. Learn more about this world premiere and see how to purchase tickets.

Video: Jessica Phillips Sings 'Drunk Iliad' from PENELOPE at Signature Theatre


Watch Jessica Phillips sing 'Drunk Iliad' from Penelope, a new musical at Signature Theatre. Penelope has a book by Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean & Eva Steinmetz, and music and lyrics by Alex Bechtel.

Cast Set for Majkin Holmquist's STARGAZERS World Premiere at Page 73


Page 73 has revealed the cast and creative team of its upcoming world premiere production of 2024 Tow Foundation Playwright-in-Residence at Page 73 Majkin Holmquist's Stargazers. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Jessica Phillips to Star in PENELOPE DC Premiere at Signature Theatre


Signature Theatre has unveiled the cast and creative team for the DC premiere musical Penelope. Learn more about the musical, and see how to purchase tickets.

PUBLIC OBSCENITIES Extends for One Week at Theatre For A New Audience


Theatre for a New Audience is extending the run of Shayok Misha Chowdhury's 'Public Obscenities' at Polonsky Shakespeare Center

Inis Nua Theatre to Kick-Off 20th Anniversary Season With ONCE UPON A BRIDGE East Coast Premiere


Inis Nua Theatre Company is celebrating the company's 20th Anniversary season with the East Coast premiere of Once Upon a Bridge, written by one of Ireland’s most popular playwrights right now, Sonya Kelly.

InterAct Theatre Company to Present World Premiere of STEP MOM, STEP MOM, STEP MOM.


InterAct Theatre Company is presenting the world premiere of Step Mom, Step Mom, Step Mom. this January. Learn how to purchase tickets!

PUBLIC OBSCENITIES to Return to NYC at Theatre for a New Audience This Winter


The acclaimed production of Shayok Misha Chowdhury's 'Public Obscenities' returns to NYC. Learn how to purchase tickets!

PUBLIC OBSCENITIES to be Presented at Woolly Mammoth Theatre in November and December


Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company and Theatre for a New Audience will present the Soho Rep and NAATCO National Partnership Project production of Public Obscenities. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Manhattan Theatre Club Reveals New Sloan Playwrighting Commissions & Evening of Excerpts at the American Museum of Natural History


The latest recipients have been announced for the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Initiative commissions for new theatrical works surrounding themes of science, math, and technology.

Kinesis Project Dance Theatre and Opera On Tap Present CAPACITY, OR: THE WORK OF CRACKLING


Don't miss the breathtaking performance of 'Capacity, or: The Work of Crackling' by Kinesis Project Dance Theatre and Opera On Tap as part of Summer on the Hudson. Find out more and get the full schedule on our website.

Kinesis Project Dance Theatre To Present CAPACITY, OR: THE WORK OF CRACKLING At Snug Harbor Dance Festival


Kinesis Project dance theatre will present Capacity, or: the Work of Crackling at the Snug Harbor Dance Festival from September 23-24, 2023 at Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden.

Vineyard Theatre Sets World Premiere & New York Premiere for 2023-24 Season


Discover the eagerly anticipated lineup of world premiere and New York premiere shows coming to Vineyard Theatre for their 2023-24 season. Get all the details on performance dates and highlights in this comprehensive article.

Michael Shannon & Paul Sparks Led WAITING FOR GODOT & More Set for TFANA 2023-24 Season


Discover the lineup for the Theatre for a New Audience (TFANA) 2023-24 season, featuring Michael Shannon and Paul Sparks in the iconic play Waiting for Godot. Get all the details on the dates and tickets.

World Premieres by Raja Feather Kelly, Becca Blackwell & More Set for Soho Rep 2023-24 Season


Get ready for an incredible season of theater at Soho Rep, featuring world premieres by Raja Feather Kelly, Becca Blackwell, and more. Find out what exciting productions are coming up and experience the groundbreaking work of these talented artists.

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