There’s No Present Like the Past in ‘The Hampton Years’
Jacqueline E. Lawton’s new play evokes a seminal moment in the lives of two trailblazing African-American artists.
Category Archives: Previews
Uncle Tom’s Cabin Risks the ‘R’ Word
‘Uncle Tom’s Cabin: An Unfortunate History’ at Egopro Classic Theater stirs casting controversy.
‘Somewhere Fun’ Flirts With the Fantastical
Jenny Schwartz’s new play is a surrealistic reunion between two mothers.
The Real Merry Wives of San Francisco County
A new production at African American Shakespeare Company has a Chitlin’ Circuit flavor.
‘Smash/Hit!’ Brings War Stories Onstage
Veteran Michael Bordner’s hip-hop infused play was inspired by his personal experience serving in Iraq.
Puppets Tackle the Icelandic Banking Crisis in ‘SAGA’
The visual theatre company playfully presents the unusual topic with puppets.
Mark Rylance Goes Fishing for Poetry in ‘Nice Fish’
The poetry infused play follows two ice fisherman on a frozen Minnesota lake.
‘Adam Sultan’ Fuses Death and Theatre
The play explores the significance of objects and the inevitable morality we face.
Nina Raine’s ‘Rabbit’ Explores Gender Politics
The play’s sexually aggressive female characters aren’t afraid to kiss and tell.
‘Vainglorious’ Stages the Napoleonic Era
Talleyrand and Ho! An ensemble-devised work about early 19th-century leaders takes the stage in Philadelphia.
