December 17, 2024Peter Pan and GOSHExplore the history behind J.M Barrie’s enchanting tale, including the play’s unique relationship with the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London, UK.UK/Titles/
June 19, 2024Love, Sex, and the I.R.S. – Delighting Audiences for 45 YearsTo celebrate the 45th anniversary of this uproarious farce, we spoke to co-author Billy Van Zandt — and the directors of a few recent productions – to explore the show’s continued success with audiences and creatives alike.Playwrights/Authors/Productions/Titles/
January 23, 2024Sarah Ruhl In Five PlaysCelebrated for her lyricism, humor and authenticity, Sarah Ruhl has become one of today’s most decorated and cherished playwrights. Explore the breadth of her storytelling with these five selected works.Authors/Playwrights/Titles/
December 15, 2023Anton Chekhov In Five PlaysA playwright and master of the modern short story, Anton Chekhov (1860–1904) was a pioneer of the late 19th-century Russian school of realism. Explore just a few of his many notable works, from early plays to his most celebrated shows.Authors/Playwrights/Titles/
August 1, 20232023 Edinburgh Fringe SpotlightConcord Theatricals is excited to publish four award-winning plays making their way to the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe Festival stage: Bullring Techno Makeout Jamz, Dugsi Dayz, It’s A Motherf**king Pleasure and One Way Out. Whether you’re searching for shows to add to your Fringe must-see list or playtexts to join the excitement from anywhere, check out these new titles.UK/Titles/
March 6, 2023The Play’s the Thing: Shows Inspired by ShakespeareFrom William Shakespeare’s poems and stage works, contemporary theatremakers have taken the liberty of creating their own unique plays and musicals. Here’s a selection of brilliant and thrilling works inspired by The Bard of Avon.Titles/
February 17, 2023Theatre-Inspired PancakesA delicious treat for theatre lovers! Here are some tasty, theatrically-themed pancake topping ideas, inspired by great shows from The Sound of Music to SIX.Titles/UK/
December 19, 2022It’s More Than a Living: Playwrights Working in the TV/Film SpaceIn this feature, learn about playwrights making waves as writers for film and television, and some of their reasons for working in the space.Authors/Titles/
December 9, 2022Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812: A Q&A with Composer Dave MalloyOn October 16, 2012, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 premiered in New York City at Ars Nova. This year marks the show’s tenth anniversary – and in honor of the occasion, we sat down with Dave Malloy to chat about the show’s inspirations and journey across its multiple productions.Authors/Titles/
October 11, 2022Spine-Chilling Mystery & Suspense PlaysHold onto your seats – these plays will keep you guessing til the very end!Titles/
August 9, 2022Slam Dunks for the Stage: Shows About SportsReady to move from the field to the footlights? Whether you’re a sports fanatic or content to stick to the stage, these plays will leave you wanting to join the team.Titles/
August 4, 20222022 Edinburgh Fringe SpotlightHere’s our hand-picked selection of titles from the 2022 Edinburgh Fringe Festival — GirlPlay, MUSTARD and SHEWOLVES. Join the Festival’s 75th anniversary celebration by attending the performances in person or buying a script from Concord Theatricals’ website.Titles/UK/
June 2, 2022Shows With Flexible CastingWhether you’re looking for a show with a small cast covering multiple roles or a piece with an optional ensemble, this list of plays and musicals is hand-picked to fit performance groups of any size.Titles/
April 22, 2022Dig a Little Deeper: Environmental Plays for Earth DayThis Earth Day, plant some story seeds with a cultivated collection of plays about the environment.Community/Titles/
March 16, 2022A Guide to CabaretConcord Theatricals proudly licenses three distinct versions of the musical Cabaret. Read on to learn about the song and story differences among the three versions.Titles/
March 1, 2022Folktales Featuring WomenIn a world full of heroes, these are tales of heroines! Here’s a list of plays and musicals, based on folklore and fairy tales, in which women take center stage.Titles/
February 10, 2022Your Guide to Fall Season PlanningNarrow down your season planning search with these titles for flexible casts and production needs.Titles/
February 8, 2022Black Voices in Theatre Before and After A Raisin in the SunA Raisin in the Sun was a turning point in the history of the American Theatre, but little is often written about the work of the Black writers who preceded Hansberry. This article takes a look at what came before Raisin, what changed with the legendary play’s premiere, and what came after.Authors/
January 5, 2022Big Fun, Small Cast: Electrifying Shows for Stellar EnsemblesCut producing costs and concentrate creativity by staging a fast-paced, farcical show with a small cast.Titles/
June 9, 2021Terence Rattigan In Five PlaysOne of Britain’s greatest playwrights, Terence Rattigan created a wealth of comedies and dramas that triumphed in the UK and US. Explore these five selected plays demonstrating the breadth of his talent.Authors/Playwrights/Titles/
February 19, 2021Alan Bennett In Five PlaysFrom his infamous Talking Heads monologues to witty depictions of real people, discover the breadth of Alan Bennett’s work through five selected plays.Authors/Playwrights/Titles/
November 6, 2020Adapting The Boy Who Kicked Pigs: A Q&A with Kill The BeastWe talk to Kill The Beast about their adaptation of Tom Barker’s The Boy Who Kicked Pigs – a brilliantly dark and funny story of a very naughty kid whose tricks quickly spiral out of control and lead to his comeuppance.Authors/Titles/UK/
October 14, 2020QUIZ: Which The Phantom of the Opera Character Are You?Are you more of a Phantom or a Christine? Take this quiz to find out!Titles/
October 7, 2020Harold Pinter In Five PlaysSpanning over 50 years, Harold Pinter’s work has made a mark on not only the theatrical world, but the literary world as well. Celebrate his legacy with this list of some of his most memorable plays.Authors/Playwrights/Titles/
April 3, 2020Shows That’ll Put a Smile on Your FacePut an instant grin on your face with these bubbly, bouncing, happiness-inducing plays and musicals.Titles/
July 30, 2019Judy and End of the Rainbow: Playwright Peter Quilter from Stage to ScreenPlaywright Peter Quilter chats about his first Broadway play, End of the Rainbow, and its journey to the silver screen in Judy.Playwrights/Titles/
January 22, 2015THE FEW: A Gritty, Moving HomecomingThis 2015 article from the Samuel French archives breaks down Samuel D. Hunter’s The Few, diving into what’s compelling about the play, and why you might want to produce it in this moment. Read on for a quick overview on the touching piece.Playwrights/Titles/