Celebrating Concord Theatricals’ authors, their shows and the people who make theatre happen.
FOR THE TONYS
Groundbreaking Women at the Tonys & Pulitzers
Explore the women of Concord whose work has been recognized by the Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
JUST FOR FUN
QUIZ: Name That Show! Unique Character Names
Musicals often feature characters with memorable names. But how memorable? Test your theatre knowledge by identifying each musical in this quiz.
AANHPI HERITAGE MONTH
Motivation, Authenticity and Equity: My Journey as an Asian Playwright
Damon Chua, author of Film Chinois among other plays, discusses his experience as an Asian author of work for the theatre.
The Latest
Explore the most recent articles from Breaking Character, the online editorial platform for Concord Theatricals.
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The Truth Behind… Operation Mincemeat
The musical Operation Mincemeat is a hilarious and quick-witted portrait of a British WWII deception plot involving a corpse, two crashed airplanes and the creator of James Bond. But who were the real-life agents behind this historic event?
All About Austen: Stage Adaptations of Jane Austen Classics
The stage plays in this list, which includes adaptations of novels and works inspired by the 19th-century author, capture all of Jane Austen’s quick wit, charm and deep humanity.
Small-Cast Musicals
Here’s a variety of musicals – comedies and dramas – requiring seven or fewer actors.
Plays and Musicals About the World War II Experience
Check out an array of shows that put a spotlight on the World War II experience.
Meet John Doe: An Interview with Creators Andrew Gerle and Eddie Sugarman
Meet John Doe, based on Frank Capra’s beloved film, is a hopeful new Depression-era musical about media, politics and the American Dream. The show’s co-creators discuss the show’s gestation, themes and increasing relevance.
K-12 Theatre: Your 2025 Guide to Season Planning
Need ideas for your next K-12 theatre season? Concord Theatricals is here to help! We’ve created a hand-picked selection of plays and musicals to fit your needs, from crowd-pleasing musical comedies to cutting-edge contemporary dramas.