Dana Watkins News

The NYC-based THEE (The Hey Ensemble) will see members develop original works of theatre and film in a non-hierarchical, ensemble-based atmosphere. The company was rebuilt to align with a mutually agreed upon set of unapologetic values that uplift accessibility, collaboration, and equity.

Lena: A Moment with the Lady uses powerful vocals and a rich storyline to share the most pivotal moments in Lena Horne's life with Broadway veteran and creator, Syndee portraying the iconic Ms. Horne in her fight for the right to be seen and understood as simply human. 

ALL ARTS has announced the premiere of a new theater series in partnership with En Garde Arts. Uncommon Voices will highlight the playwrights, directors and performers shaping tomorrow's theater.

There are two apartments across the hall from each other in The Bigot.  In the messy one on the right, Bill O'Reilly's book Killing Reagan is perched on the couch.  Bottles of pills are sitting on a tray.  On the left is a much neater, more modern home.  Two young lesbians have just moved in after a brief courtship.  They are celebrating their anniversary of two months, two days, six hours and twenty three minutes.

THE BIGOT, the new hot topic play by Gabi and Eva Mor that will have a full Off-Broadway run at the Theatre at St. Clement's  will have its first preview on (423 West 46th Street) April 26 - just two weeks away. The prodcution, directed by  Michael Susko, will run through June 9 and its official opening night is set for Wednesday, May 1. For more information visit:  www.thebigotplay.com

The full cast and creative team for The Bigot, a new hot topic and dark comedy by Gabi & Eva Mor that mixes social commentary, family drama and a lot of humor, has been announced today.

New York Shakespeare Exchange announces A Midsummer Night's Dream, a new production of Shakespeare's classic comedy directed by Brendan Averett from January 31-February 10, 2019 at The Secret Theatre, 4402 23rd St, Long Island City, NY 11101. Midsummer will have previews from January 31 - February 2, and opening night on February 3. Performances are Tuesday-Thursday at 7pm; Friday and Saturday at 8pm; and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 4pm. A student matinee will be held on Thursday, February 7 at 11am. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at www.nysx.org.

New York Shakespeare Exchange announces A Midsummer Night's Dream, a new production of Shakespeare's classic comedy directed by Brendan Averett from January 31-February 10, 2019 at The Secret Theatre, 4402 23rd St, Long Island City, NY 11101. 

Amas Musical Theatre in celebration of its 50th season, will present Stealing Freedom: The True, Heroic Life of The Extraordinary Captain Smalls, (formerly "Charleston Harbor") with book, music & lyrics by Scott Sublett, the third of four new musicals in development included in this year's "Dare to Be Different" series. Performances are Thursday, November 29 at 3pm & 7pm and Friday, November 30 at 3pmat A.R.T./New York Theatres (502 West 53rd Street - 10th Avenue & 53rd Street.

THE CHEKHOV DREAMS, a dark romantic comedy by John McKinney, will conclude its highly acclaimed limited run tonight (Saturday) at The Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row, 410 West 42 Street.

THE CHEKHOV DREAMS, the critically acclaimed dark romantic comedy, will host a very special post-performance discussion tonight entitled 'A Conversation on Women in Leadership Roles in Theater and the Arts' at The Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row (410 West 42 Street).

THE CHEKHOV DREAMS, a dark romantic comedy by John McKinney, will conclude its highly acclaimed limited run this Saturday evening, February 17th at The Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row, 410 West 42 Street.

THE CHEKHOV DREAMS, a dark romantic comedy by John McKinney, is set to officially open tomorrow evening, February 3rd at The Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row,410 West 42 Street.

THE CHEKHOV DREAMS, a dark romantic comedy, is currently in previews with Opening Night set for this Saturday, February 3rd at The Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row, 410 West 42 Street. Playwright John McKinney will be this week's special guest on the popular WPKN Radio (89.5 FM) program 'State of the Arts" Friday at 12:25 pm. The show can be heard online at www.wpkn.org.

THE CHEKHOV DREAMS, a dark romantic comedy now in previews Off-Broadway, will host a very special post-performance discussion tonight entitled "Diving Deeper into Chekhov and THE CHEKHOV DREAMS" at The Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row (410 West 42 Street).

THE CHEKHOV DREAMS, a dark romantic comedy by John McKinney, is set to officially open this Saturday evening, February 3rd at The Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row, 410 West 42 Street.

THE CHEKHOV DREAMS, a dark romantic comedy by John McKinney, will begin performances tomorrow (Friday), with Opening Night set for February 3rd at The Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row, 410 West 42 Street.

THE CHEKHOV DREAMS, a dark romantic comedy by John McKinney, will begin performances tomorrow (Friday), with Opening Night set for February 3rd at The Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row, 410 West 42 Street.

THE CHEKHOV DREAMS, a dark romantic comedy by John McKinney, will begin performances January 26th, with Opening Night set for February 3rd at The Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row, 410 West 42 Street.

Amas Musical Theatre will present Charleston Harbor, the first offering of Dare To Be Different, the previously announced series of new musicals and one-night only special events being held at A.R.T./New York Theatres (502 West 53rd Street - 10th Avenue & 53rd Street).