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September 1, 2016

From Stage to Screen: A Feature on Writer Sarah Treem

How do writers transition from stage to screen? How about maintaining both careers? Learn more in our latest series.
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September 1, 2016

From Stage to Screen: A Feature on Writer Bekah Brunstetter

How do writers transition from stage to screen? How about maintaining both careers? Learn more in our latest series.
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September 1, 2016

From Stage to Screen: A Feature on Writer Michael Golamco

How do writers transition from stage to screen? How about maintaining both careers? Learn more in our latest series.
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August 24, 2016

The Last Smoker In America: The Journey to the Stage

Playwright and Lyricist Bill Russell (Side Show, Pageant, Elegies for Angels, Punks, and Raging Queens) tells the story of the development of his newest musical comedy, The Last Smoker in America.
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August 22, 2016

Elections and Politics: 10 Plays Fit for this Season

We’ve picked 10 titles that center around the political mayhem of American civilization, from overzealous politicians to scandal and controversy. And watch out, because some of these titles may hit a little too close to home.
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August 19, 2016

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Ryan Scott Oliver’s 35MM is “a multimedia musical” inspired by photographer Matthew Murphy’s images. Don’t miss this beautiful read!
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August 18, 2016

From Maureen Lipman to Meryl Streep: The Story of the Worst Singer in the World

Peter Quilter discusses his comedy Glorious!, which explores the hilarious and remarkable story of the world’s worst opera singer Florence Foster Jenkins.
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August 11, 2016

The Shift of Cultural Conversation: Father Comes Home From The Wars

Contributor Ben Coleman gives his take on Suzan Lori-Parks’ Father Comes Home From The Wars Parts 1, 2 & 3.
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August 5, 2016

The Magical Age of Cinema: The Story of Mike Leigh

In 2015, Mike Leigh was honored with the British Academy of Film and Television Arts Fellowship, a lifetime achievement award and the highest honor bestowed by the organization. Learn more about his life and work here.
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July 28, 2016

Bad Jews in Frankfurt, Germany: The City of Anne Frank’s Childhood

When a co-production of Bad Jews is presented in Frankfurt, Germany, the city of Anne Frank’s childhood, what’s the reaction? Read more here.
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July 28, 2016

San Sebastian – A Short Story by Jethro Compton

SAN SEBASTIAN is a prequel to THE FRONTIER TRILOGY, three plays by Jethro Compton which debuted at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival last summer.
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July 26, 2016

Beauty and Standards: Everything You Touch

In the 1970s, we follow Victor and Esme, a ruthless fashion designer and his gorgeous appearance obsessed muse. When a simple Midwestern woman enters their lives, she begins to transform Victor, his thoughts on fashion, and his relationship with Esme. Meanwhile in the present day, we follow Jessica, who is dealing with a large sense of self-loathing as she makes the journey to say goodbye to her estranged mother.
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July 22, 2016

Top 10 Plays Adapted from Novels

We’ve gathered a list of titles that best exemplify the strength of theatre as a medium for the adaptation of novels.
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July 20, 2016

Nosferatu, Frankenstein & Music: Monster Makers

Three mini-musicals each take a glimpse at a behind the scenes moment of some of history’s most iconic horror films.
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July 19, 2016

Revisiting the Tenors

Why write a play using characters from an earlier written play? Ken Ludwig tells all, and shares how, in fact, it proved to be a complete joy.
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July 14, 2016

THE NORMAN CONQUESTS Completes Its Journey

In a first-ever collaboration by three professional Vermont theaters, Alan Ayckbourn’s THE NORMAN CONQUESTS will be produced in rotation this spring and summer. Learn more!
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July 14, 2016

Signature In Schools

Playwright Joe Calarco discusses writing for the Signature In Schools program, and the challenges it gives to students.
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July 11, 2016

Here Comes The Singularity

Where are the limits to what technology can replace? In this series from Playwrights Horizons, explore Jordan Harrison’s newest play, MARJORIE PRIME.
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July 11, 2016

Someway Else

Where are the limits to what technology can replace? In this series from Playwrights Horizons, explore Jordan Harrison’s newest play, MARJORIE PRIME.
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July 11, 2016

Playwright’s Perspective: MARJORIE PRIME

Where are the limits to what technology can replace? In this series from Playwrights Horizons, explore Jordan Harrison’s newest play, MARJORIE PRIME.
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July 11, 2016

Celebrate TUCK EVERLASTING Album Release with Cast, Creators at Barnes & Noble on 7/14

We are thrilled to welcome Tuck Everlasting into the Samuel French family, and can’t wait to celebrate their album release this Thursday!
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July 11, 2016

PLANE LOVE and FringeNYC: An Interview with Playwright Rosary O’Neill

Award winning playwright, Rosary O’Neill discusses her experience at FringeNYC and the reasons why she chose to enter Plane Love.
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July 11, 2016

Top 5 Teen Collections

Check out these five amazing collections of plays perfect for growing young artists!
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June 30, 2016

Summertime Reads

Our team put our heads together (maybe over some bowls of ice cream) to create a list of summertime reading just for you. In the below, you’ll find all the adventures, romances, and even comical mishaps that summer can bring.
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June 29, 2016

Tulips in the Desert

Have you ever tried to plant tulips in the Sahara desert? It’s quite similar to an attempt to stage a new musical in Russia.
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June 29, 2016

Travels to Moscow

What happens when an author writes a musical, and then 35 years later receives a call for it to be produced in Moscow? Magic, that’s what. Read more.
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June 29, 2016

Marilyn at 90

On June 1, 2016, Marilyn Monroe would have turned 90. To commemorate this event, a play by Rosary O’Neill titled Marilyn/God took Kansas City by storm. The piece focuses on the final moments of the beautiful actress’ life and her last thoughts before losing consciousness.
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June 28, 2016

ANTHONY ROSENTHAL, TRACIE THOMS, BRANDON URANOWITZ AND BETSY WOLFE TO JOIN “FALSETTOS”

FALSETTOS will begin previews Thursday, September 29, and run for 14 weeks only at the Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48 Street). Opening night will be Thursday, October 27.
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June 17, 2016

Top Ten Plays About LGBTQ+ Teens

Here are some of our top picks for plays featuring members of the LGBTQ+ community at their peaks of their self-discovery and sexual awakening — their teenage years.
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June 16, 2016

Director’s Notes: Kent Nicholson Talks About AMADEUS

Q&A with AMADEUS director Kent Nicholson, who takes a moment to think about the nearly four-decade popularity of Peter Shaffer’s hit play.
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June 15, 2016

Mystery, Memory and Music in Peter Shaffer’s AMADEUS

It may not be a musical, but Peter Shaffer’s AMADEUS certainly performs as one. Learn more through this insight into South Coast Rep’s recent production.
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June 15, 2016

THE NORMAN CONQUESTS: A Historic Collaboration

In a historic collaboration, three Vermont theaters have banded together to bring theatre-lovers across the state beloved British playwright Alan Ayckbourn’s classic comedy trilogy.
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