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In honor of the Tony Award-winning composer/lyricist’s 80th birthday, we’re exploring nine (get it?) facets of his extraordinary professional and artistic journey.

Sometimes it feels good to be bad! Delight in a little villainy with our list of the most deliciously devilish characters to play on stage.

Need some new ideas for your community theatre? Here’s an assortment of great shows for you to consider, from thrillers to farces to crowd-pleasing musicals.

Known for works offering piercing insight and critique of American culture, Miller centered the common person in tragedies of epic proportions, earning a place as one of the greatest American dramatists of the 20th century.

Discover adaptations that are perfect for professional theatres, from stage versions of ancient myths or 18th-century novels to contemporary response plays that reimagine “the canon” from the perspective of women.

It’s time to “fall” for these titles, newly available for licensing from Concord Theatricals in the US.

It’s officially autumn! Check out these titles that are newly available for licensing from Concord Theatricals in the UK.

Rob Rokicki’s musical Monstersongs is populated with frightening, if misunderstood, creatures. Check out these chilling beasts, along with other plays and musicals featuring characters often regarded as “monsters”!

From an irrepressible bodega owner to a self-absorbed NFL running back to a successful middle-aged novelist, these characters demonstrate the width and breadth of the Latine experience.

From heartwarming, nostalgic dramas to caustically funny comedies, these titles – set on Thanksgiving Day or at a similar family gathering – will make you grateful for the power of live theatre.

With inspiring musicals, uproarious comedies and heart-stopping dramas, this list of solo shows is sure to include the perfect title for your next production.

Concord Theatricals is honored to be the home of many of the Most-Produced Plays and Playwrights, as reported by American Theatre Magazine. Take a minute and get to know these authors and titles further below!

Cooking and sharing a delicious meal is an experience sure fill to your heart as much as your stomach. These soulful plays and musicals involve preparing a meal or center a favorite dish like soup or sweets. Wash your hands and get cooking (or eating)!

From laugh-filled comedies, heartfelt dramas or musicals that get the whole town humming along, these titles will thrive on community stages, giving every theatre the chance to deliver an unforgettable experience.

Here are some picks for retirement homes, senior readers’ theatre programs and other senior groups to bring to life using performers in their later years.

Get ready to experience a spine-tingling twist! Whether you’re looking for ghostly getaways, creepy crafts or supernatural stories, we’ve got everything you need for spooky season.

From genre-defying contemporary works to classic stories, these plays and musicals are ideal for your upcoming productions or showcases at university or drama school.

Looking for the perfect show for your school, college, or community stage? These plays and musicals are flexible, engaging and designed to bring people together.

From heartwarming family drama to charming romantic comedy, these titles from the Concord Theatricals catalog are sure to leave audiences feeling warm and fuzzy. Snuggle up and peruse these comfort shows for the stage!

Time to return to school… and to the stage! These titles are newly available for licensing from Concord Theatricals in the US in September 2025.

Back to school means back to the stage… Check out these titles, newly available for licensing from Concord Theatricals in the UK in September 2025!

Explore your favorite novels, reimagined as unforgettable plays and musicals! Celebrate Read a Book Day with stories that leap from the page to the stage.

How many Of Agatha Christie’s plays are comedies? How many feature Hercule Poirot? Where do most of them take place? Here’s a playful breakdown of Dame Agatha’s plays – by the numbers.

Choosing the right comedy for a high school production can set the stage for a fun, unforgettable experience for both student performers and the audience. Here are some of our most popular and well-loved comedies for teens.

From musicals and historical dramas to sci-fi and fantasy, the silver screen provides a creative playground where theatrical writers can thrive. Learn more about these Concord Theatricals authors currently working in film and television.

These one-person shows strip theatre down to its most essential elements: storytelling, emotion and connection. Whether you’re looking for a budget-friendly play, a showcase piece or an intimate experience, these solo shows are the perfect place to start.

When students connect with a show, the energy in the rehearsal room – and on stage – is electric. We’ve rounded up a list of plays and musicals students love that combine great roles, engaging stories, and age-appropriate material.

This hand-picked selection of shows, from spellbinding musicals to cutting-edge contemporary dramas, is sure to include a title that fits your needs.

Need a show that’s big on laughs but easy to stage? These crowd-pleasing small-cast titles keep things simple backstage while delivering serious fun onstage.

Check out our publications of productions premiering at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe, including the winning titles of the Women’s Prize for Playwriting and the Untapped Awards.

Need some new ideas for your school theatre program? Here’s an assortment of great plays and musicals for you to consider, from well-known hits to hidden gems.

Looking to stage an exciting musical next season? This list has a show for every audience. Take a look through our recommendations, organized by theatre type!