Play On! 1997

Opened: March 20, 1997
Closing: May 11, 1997

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RENT Sheds Light On Those Intimidated, Ignorant About HIV/AIDS
by Jude Cartalaba - Jun 2, 2024


RENT, the late Jonathan Larson's masterpiece, was a cultural sensation in 1996, winning the Tony Award for Best Musical and a Pulitzer for Drama. But does it still resonate with today’s younger audiences?

A THIRD SPACE to Make World Premiere at Hollywood Fringe Festival
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 1, 2024


On the heels of back-to-back award-winning productions LOVE CHICKEN and Annex playwright Maddox Pennington joins director Elisawon Etidorhpa to create an intergenerational community for trans and nonbinary folks at the Zephyr Theater for the Hollywood Fringe Festival. 

LA's Newest Theatre Company, The Brookside Project, Makes Its Fringe Debut With AM I BLUE
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 1, 2024


The Brookside Project is producing Am I Blue by Pulitzer prize-winning playwright Beth Henley as part of the Hollywood Fringe Festival, directed by Brookside founder Noah Todd.

Photos: First Look at TONI STONE at Playhouse on Park
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 1, 2024


Check out a first look at production photos from Playhouse on Park's Connecticut premiere of Lydia R. Diamond's Toni Stone here!

SIREN SONG, A World Premiere Solo Show Starring Dylan Jones, to Play Hollywood Fringe
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 1, 2024


Siren Song a solo show written and performed by Dylan Jones, co-created with Allan Wasserman will premiere at Hollywood Fringe Festival 2024 on June 9th at the Stephanie Feury Studio Mainstage.

Review: The Stratford Festival's LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Heralds the Arrival of Pride Month
by Lauren Gienow - Jun 1, 2024


What a fitting choice to have the Stratford Festival production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES be the one to herald the arrival of Pride Month! Last night, the Thom Allison - Directed production brought heart, humour, and pride to the Avon Theatre stage.

Wayward Son's MACBETH to Play West End Theater This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 1, 2024


Wayward Son's debut production of Macbeth, written by William Shakespeare and adapted by Caitlin Morley, Abi Steinberg, Tatyana Emery, and Margaret Parish, begins previews June 19, opens June 21, and closes June 30 at the West End Theater.

Ben Crawford, Lesli Margherita, and More Set for 42ND STREET at Music Circus
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 1, 2024


The cast of Broadway at Music Circus's production of 42nd Street has been announced.

MVD Audio Recording Artist Bob Holz to Play Baker's Keyboard Lounge in Detroit This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 1, 2024


MVD Entertainment Group Recording Artist, Bob Holz is coming to Detroit, MI. Holz is touring to support his new album, Night Watch featuring Brandon Fields, Alex Machacek, Billy Steinway and Ralphe Armstrong.

SPINNING MY WHEELS, A One-Man Show By Michael Garfield Levine, to Play Woodstock in July
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 1, 2024


The Woodstock Byrdcliffe Guild will present 'Spinning My Wheels: A one man show written and performed by Michael Garfield Levine*' two performances only at the Byrdcliffe Theater.

Review: ANGELS IN AMERICA-PART ONE at EPAC
by Rich Mehrenberg - Jun 1, 2024


While theater often manages to entertain or to move its audience, Angles in America is a great example of how quality theater can also educate....upon hearing Kushner’s masterful dialogue and viewing Checchia’s excellently vulgar and vile performance (of Roy Cohn), I was incentivized to learn everything that I could about this man and the damage that he has done.

Review: A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD at Stages Houston
by Brett Cullum - Jun 1, 2024


Intimacy is one of STAGES THEATRE’s core values. And they should point to this anytime they want to proclaim proof of it. You can’t do this in a larger space. Nobody else in town could pull this off. It is a prime example of what this company does best.

Interview: Matt Hahn of EVOLUTIONARIES REVISITED at Shadowbox Live
by Paul Batterson - Jun 1, 2024


“(The suddenness of their deaths) gave me a new respect for how deep both of their legacies are. Sometimes, you don't realize just how valuable someone's contribution to the history of pop music is until they're gone.” Matt Hahn

Review: FAT HAM at The Old Globe
by ErinMarie Reiter - Jun 1, 2024


'Fat Ham' is a dynamic, tragic, and comedic, remixing key moments of the original into a one-act exploring societal roles and expectations, toxic family dynamics, and being true to yourself in a wholly entertaining and creative way. “Fat Ham” is playing at the Old Globe through June 23rd.

Student Blog: Rejection Hurts
by Student Blogger: Brynna Weir - Jun 1, 2024


Rejection is never easy. You might think that after a while, it will sting less. Wrong. It will always hurt because you will always mourn the possibilities. After a thousand no's, “no” #1001 will still be hard: hard on your heart, your morale, and your passion.

Video: First Look At THE SUBJECT WAS ROSES At Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024


Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts kicks off the Summer with THE SUBJECT WAS ROSES. See highlights from the production in the new video below!

Video: Meet Sound Designer Jeff Lowe Bailey of SKELETON CREW at Guthrie Theater
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024


The Guthrie Theater is introducting the inspiring creative team for the Tony-nominated play Skeleton Crew by Dominique Morisseau, directed by Austene Van, in a new video series. Meet Sound Designer Jeff Lowe Bailey below!

Video: Playwright Samuel D. Hunter Talks LITTLE BEAR RIDGE ROAD At Steppenwolf Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024


Steppenwolf Theatre Company will conclude its 48th season with the world premiere of Little Bear Ridge Road, a comic, cosmic and intimate drama by MacArthur Fellow Samuel D. Hunter (The Whale, A Bright New Boise), directed by Tony Award winner Joe Mantello (Wicked, Airline Highway). Hear the playwright discuss his new work in a new video!

Available Light Theatre Announces 2024-'25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024


Available Light Theatre reveals its '24-'25 season featuring three shows, starting with LUNCH BUNCH by Adrian Einspanier.

Centenary Stage Company Announces Its 2024-2025 Season Of Theatre, Music And Dance In Hackettstown
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024


Centenary Stage Company, the not-for-profit theatre company prepares a full schedule of professional theatrical performances for their 39th season.

J Chen Project Presents AAPI HEROES In July
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024


AAPI HEROES celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander contributions to the arts with performances, storytelling, and cultural showcases. Join us on May 31, 2024, for an inspiring event.

Fulton Theatre Presents CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024


The Fulton Theatre brings the world of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY to life on stage.

Photos: First Look At GARTERS: A QUEER IMMERSIVE ROMANTASY PLAY World Premiere At Otherworld Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024


Otherworld Theatre Company, the premier sci-fi and fantasy live theatre production company in North America, has released production photos from their World Premiere mounting of playwright Natalie Zutter’s GARTERS: A QUEER IMMERSIVE ROMANTASY PLAY, running May 31 - July 7, 2024 at the theatre’s storefront location at 3914 N. Clark St. 

Profile Theatre to Present OUR ORANGE SKY in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024


Profile Theatre will present OUR ORANGE SKY, exploring themes of resilience and community. Directed by Josh Hecht, this new play promises a compelling and thought-provoking experience. Learn how to purchase tickets.

CATS Musical Opens June 14 At The Belmont Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024


CATS The Musical opens June 14 at The Belmont Theatre, featuring iconic music and choreography. Don't miss this beloved show about the magical world of Jellicle cats.

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