Redwood 2021

Ages: 12+
Opened: 2021

Redwood - 2021 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Ensemble Studio Theatre
549 West 52nd Street, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10019

In Brittany K. Allen's new comedy Redwood, Meg and Drew are a young interracial couple, very much in love and moving in together. But when Meg's Uncle Stevie sets out to chart his ancestry online, he unwittingly discovers that Meg's family was owned by Drew's in the antebellum South. Surprise! Love and politics collide, and time bounces between the past and the present while Meg and Drew are forced to confront themselves, and their families, in a dark new light.

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Blessed Unrest Presents LA MUSICA DEUXIÈME By Marguerite Duras
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 25, 2024


Blessed Unrest, New York City's award-winning subversive physical theater ensemble for an adventurous audience, presents La Musica Deuxième, written by revolutionary, communist, and feminist Marguerite Duras.

HELL'S KITCHEN, REDWOOD, INFINITE LIFE and More Win Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 18, 2023


Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for theatre, just announced the recipients of the 2023-24 Edgerton Foundation New Play Awards.

Video: Cosmic Kitten Share 'Fog Brain' Visual From 'Laugh Of A Lifetime' LP
by Michael Major - Dec 6, 2023


Long Beach, CA-based alternative rock trio Cosmic Kitten recently released their ferocious and biting new album Laugh of a Lifetime after touring the UK and US. Laugh of a Lifetime was recorded by Pedro Mancillas, Steve Moriarty (The Gits) and mastered by Jack Endino (Nirvana). Watch the video now!

MANAHATTA Extends at The Public Theater Through Late December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2023


Discover the extended run of MANAHATTA at The Public Theater, offering audiences the chance to immerse themselves in this enthralling production through late December. Don't miss out on this limited-time opportunity to witness the magic of MANAHATTA.

Every Broadway Actor in THE GILDED AGE Season Two
by Michael Major - Nov 19, 2023


The Gilded Age has returned for season two with a fresh lineup of Broadway stars! The first season of Julian Fellowes' series featured over 60 Broadway alums, including Audra McDonald, Nathan Lane, Cynthia Nixon, and more. Check out which faces you recognize from the theatre, including new additions like Laura Benanti and Jeremy Shamos.

Laguna Art Museum's 11th Annual Art + Nature Reveals New Exhibitions And Events
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 20, 2023


Laguna Art Museum has announced the return of its highly anticipated 11th annual Art + Nature, commencing on November 2. This multidisciplinary celebration of art's interaction with the natural world promises to be the highlight of LAM's yearly calendar.

Composer/Violist Jessica Meyer Unveils 23/24 Season Featuring Lorelei Portrait Album, World Premieres And More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2023


Discover the exciting 23/24 season of composer and violist Jessica Meyer, featuring world premieres and New York premieres. Don't miss the highly-anticipated performances of In the Path of Totality and with a gift for burning.

Tapestry Opera 23/24 Season Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2023


Tapestry Opera celebrates General and Artistic Director Michael Hidetoshi Mori's 10th year of innovative leadership, helping build the organization into a prolific and influential champion of Canadian artists and works. Learn more about the lineup here!

New Federal Theatre to Present TELLING TALES OUT OF SCHOOL Beginning Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 23, 2023


Four women writers of the Harlem Renaissance meet in 'Telling Tales Out of School' by Wesley Brown, directed by Woodie King, Jr. at Castillo Theatre/ASP. The play offers a unique perspective on the Harlem Renaissance by providing a character study of four of its most-noted female prime movers. Check out event information here!

Full Cast Set for Mary Kathryn Nagle's MANAHATTA at The Public Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 21, 2023


The Public Theater has revealed the complete cast for the New York premiere of MANAHATTA written by Emerging Writers Group alumna Mary Kathryn Nagle and directed by Obie Award winner and Public Theater Director of Public Works Laurie Woolery. 

Debra Monk Leads 100 SAINTS YOU SHOULD KNOW at Westport Country Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2023


Westport Country Playhouse has announced additional casting for the Script in Hand playreading, “100 Saints You Should Know,” on Monday, September 18, at 7 p.m. Learn more about the reading and find out how to get tickets here!

Yale Rep's WISH YOU WERE HERE Cast and Creative Team Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Aug 22, 2023


Yale Repertory Theatre  begins its 2023–24 season with Wish You Were Here by Sanaz Toossi, directed by Sivan Battat, October 5–28, at Yale Repertory Theatre. Opening Night is Thursday, October 12, which is also press night.

Underbelly Invite You To SOPHIE'S SURPRISE 29TH Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2023


Underbelly cordially invite you to Sophie's Surprise 29th at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival - the wildest house party you'll ever go to. 

Ida Mae Release New Single 'Lost on Your Time' From 'Thunder Above You'
by Michael Major - Jul 6, 2023


The 11 song collection was conceived following Chris Turpin and Stephanie Jean discovering she was pregnant while on tour with Willie Nelson and Lucinda Williams in San Francisco. They also worked with Ethan Johns, who contributed drums on the album, and bassist Nick Pini (Laura Marling, Nick Mulvey), to record the album live to tape.

Fred Pitts' AREN'T YOU…? is Coming to The Marsh San Francisco in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2023


After a successful East Bay run, Fred Pitts’ Aren’t You…? comes to The Marsh San Francisco.

Transcendence Theatre Company Announces New Location For THE BEAT GOES ON
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2023


Transcendence Theatre Company has announced plans to utilize the 30+ acre Kenwood ranch property of the nonprofit Belos Cavalos as the outdoor open-air theatre location for The Beat Goes On,  the first show of Transcendence Theatre Company's 2023 summer season of original outdoor musical revues.

Transcendence Theatre Company Announces New Location For THE BEAT GOES ON
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023


Transcendence Theatre Company announced today plans to utilize the 30+ acre Kenwood ranch property of the nonprofit Belos Cavalos as the outdoor open-air theatre location for The Beat Goes On,  the first show of Transcendence Theatre Company’s 2023 summer season of original outdoor musical revues. The Beat Goes On will play eight performances June 16 through July 2. 

Cosmic Kitten Share 'Live By The Sea' From 'Laugh of a Lifetime' Album
by Michael Major - May 3, 2023


The song follows on the heels of the LP’s lead single, “Some Fascination,” the album’s title track, “Songbird” and “All The World.” Laugh of a Lifetime was recorded by Pedro Mancillas, Steve Moriarty (The Gits) and mastered by Jack Endino (Nirvana).

Transcendence Theatre Company Announces Creative Team For THE BEAT GOES ON
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 28, 2023


Transcendence Theatre Company, California Wine Country's award-winning, premiere entertainment experience, will open its 2023 season of original outdoor musical revues with THE BEAT GOES ON, June 16 through July 2, at Jack London State Historic Park in Glen Ellen, CA. 

Vineyard Theatre Will Host a Music & Lyric Brunch Celebrating Its Musical Theatre History
by Stephi Wild - Apr 27, 2023


Vineyard Theatre Artistic Directors Douglas Aibel and Sarah Stern have announced Music & Lyrics, a benefit brunch celebrating 40 years of The Vineyard's Musical Past, Present and Future at West Bank Cafe (407 W 42nd St) on Sunday, May 7th, from 12:15 - 2:30pm.

Southbank Centre Reveals Autumn/Winter 23/24 Classical Music Season With New Resident Artists
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2023


The Southbank Centre and its family of six Resident Orchestras have announced its Autumn/Winter 2023/24 programme. Continuing to bring the greatest symphonic, chamber music, and recital repertoire to the stages while championing classical music for the 21st century by presenting new works and unique experiences, the Autumn/Winter programme features a host of established and emerging talent.

New Federal Theatre to Present TELLING TALES OUT OF SCHOOL in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2023


New Federal Theatre will present 'Telling Tales Out of School,' a new play by Wesley Brown, from May 2 to 7 as a work in progress at Castillo Theatre/ASP.

Jason Moran & Christian McBride Proteges Featured in PBS Special This Friday
by Michael Major - Apr 17, 2023


Modern jazz luminaries Moran (piano) and McBride (bass) perform music by Thelonious Monk, Charles Mingus, Geri Allen, and Louis Armstrong in the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater. Taking inspiration from America’s diverse artistic landscape, their collaboration is infused with a distinctive soul that illuminates their reverence of the past.

Cosmic Kitten Share 'Songbird' From Upcoming Album 'Laugh of a Lifetime'
by Michael Major - Apr 11, 2023


Cosmic Kitten announced details of Laugh of a Lifetime, their ferocious and biting forthcoming album. The song follows on the heels of the LP’s lead single, “Some Fascination,” the album’s title track and “All The World.” Laugh of a Lifetime was recorded by Pedro Mancillas, Steve Moriarty (The Gits) and mastered by Jack Endino (Nirvana).

2023 Newport Classical Music Festival Comes to Newport This Summer
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2023


The 2023 Newport Classical Music Festival will present twenty-six concerts this summer between July 4-23, 2023, bringing timeless music for today to Newport's stunning historic mansions and venues including The Breakers, Blithewold Mansion, The Elms, Castle Hill Inn, Chinese Tea House, King Park, Norman Bird Sanctuary, Redwood Library & Athenæum, and more.

Redwood FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Redwood have there been?
Redwood has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2021.

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