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Showcases are pretty standard nowadays, especially in the realm of Off-Off Broadway. The big idea, of course, is for several new playwrights to get together with short plays that are as yet unproduced, split the costs and consolidate the potential audience. In a showcase environment, the plays usually have something... continue reading on Gothamist

Are you tired out from the onslaught of summer theatre festivals? Still got enough to juice for a closing song and dance number? The New York Musical Theatre Festival throws open its doors on Monday, September 13th with an Opening Gala -- a dinner reception, performance and opening night party... continue reading on Gothamist

The New York arts and theatre scene could never be accused of political ambivalence – especially with an election on the way, and a Republican Convention soon to hit town. So if political theatre is your bag, or if you’re just looking for something to constructively raise your blood pressure,... continue reading on Gothamist

Gothamist has always been suspicious that Williamsburg might have links to the devil, but we're too lazy to actually venture out to do research. If the new, first-annual Hell Festival hadn't popped up, we'd probably never have formed an educated opinion on the subject. The Brick Theatre is currently presenting... continue reading on Gothamist

Are you feeling a bit paranoid these days? Not surprised when some new governmental indiscretion is brought to light? Afraid that they might actually be out to get you? Are you plagued by a horde of bugs that seem to be coming from under your skin?   Wait, what?  ... continue reading on Gothamist