# playhouse (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover playhouse. Page: Feed: --- ## [Bucks County Playhouse marks ‘Rent’s’ 30th anniversary with new production](https://www.phillyvoice.com/bucks-county-playhouse-rent-30th-anniversary-new-hope/?utm_source=performances&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-19 · PhillyVoice Media Events · PhillyVoice - Performances_ Bucks County Playhouse is marking the 30th anniversary of “Rent” with a new production in New Hope running through Sept. 13. ## [‘Ted Lasso’ star Brett Goldstein bringing new stand-up show to The Met](https://www.phillyvoice.com/brett-goldstein-sex-death-small-talk-comedy-tour-met-philadelphia/?utm_source=performances&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-18 · PhillyVoice Media Events · PhillyVoice - Performances_ “Ted Lasso” star Brett Goldstein will perform his new stand-up show, “Sex, Death & Small Talk,” at The Met Philadelphia on Dec. 3. ## [A Golden Girls Murder Mystery to bring comedy, clues and cocktails to Media](https://www.phillyvoice.com/slug-golden-girls-murder-mystery-media-pa-october-2026/?utm_source=performances&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-17 · PhillyVoice Media Events · PhillyVoice - Performances_ A Golden Girls Murder Mystery will hold three interactive performances at Cedar Creek Catering & Events in Media on Saturday, Oct. 17. Tickets start at $40. ## [Hear ghost stories and see close-up illusions inside Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center after dark](https://www.phillyvoice.com/kaidan-japanese-ghost-stories-shofuso-philadelphia-2026/?utm_source=performances&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-08-11 · PhillyVoice Media Events · PhillyVoice - Performances_ Kaidan: Tales of Moonlight and Rain will bring Japanese ghost stories and close-up illusions to Shofuso in Fairmount Park on Sept. 18-19. ## [Peter Gill](https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/peter-gill) _2026-08-05 · Sheffield Theatres_ We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Peter Gill. One of the UK’s most prominent writers and directors, he directed over a hundred productions in the UK, Europe and North America. In 2002, a festival of his work brought his plays and a number of leading artists to Sheffield Theatres’ stages, with direction by Josie Rourke, Paul Miller, Rufus Norris and Peter himself. His work in… ## [Full Programme for inaugural festival of theatre in Yorkshire: Open Works](https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/full-programme-for-inaugural-festival-of-theatre-in-yorkshire-open-works) _2026-07-31 · Sheffield Theatres_ PROGRAMME FEATURES UK PREMIERE OF FORCED ENTERTAINMENT’S COLD SWEAT, JOE CARNALL JNR’S NEW SHEFFIELD-SET MUSICAL, LUNG’S EXPLOSIVE WOODHILL, AND THE VOICE OF ALISTAIR MCGOWAN IN A SIMPLY BEASTLY MURDER "IN CONVERSATION" TALKS WITH INDUSTRY LEADERS: TOP PLAYWRIGHTS, DIRECTORS, AND ARTISTIC LEADERS—INCLUDING DAVID BYRNE, MIKE BARTLETT, DAVID GREIG, AND ELIN SCHOFIELD WORK-IN-PROGRESS STAGINGS,… ## ['The Magicians Table' brings immersive close-up magic to the Kimmel Center this fall](https://www.phillyvoice.com/the-magicians-table-kimmel-center-philadelphia-2026/?utm_source=performances&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-07-27 · PhillyVoice Media Events · PhillyVoice - Performances_ 'The Magicians Table' brings immersive close-up magic to the Kimmel Center this fall ## [Cirque du Soleil's 'Twas the Night Before...' returns to Philadelphia this holiday season](https://www.phillyvoice.com/cirque-du-soleil-twas-the-night-before-philadelphia-2026/?utm_source=performances&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-07-27 · PhillyVoice Media Events · PhillyVoice - Performances_ Cirque du Soleil's 'Twas the Night Before...' returns to Philadelphia this holiday season ## [Saint Levant brings 'AFANDI World Tour' to Philly's TLA this September](https://www.phillyvoice.com/saint-levant-afandi-world-tour-philadelphia-tla-2026/?utm_source=performances&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-07-20 · PhillyVoice Media Events · PhillyVoice - Performances_ Saint Levant, the Palestinian singer-songwriter who has built an international following with multilingual pop music, will bring his "AFANDI World Tour" to Philly this fall. ## [Everybody's Got Something to Hide](https://www.newhavenreview.com/blog/index.php/2026/7/everybodys-got-something-to-hide) _2026-07-20 · Donald Brown · New Haven Review_ Review of The Murder of Roger Ackroyd , Westport Country Playhouse The Murder of Roger Ackroyd , Agatha Christie's much respected murder mystery, has been adapted for the stage by Mark Shanahan and, lovingly directed by him, is playing at Westport Country Playhouse through August 1st. It's an entertaining and involving drama about concealment and revealing. The Company of Agatha Christie’s The… ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/HzgzWRJPdNuy) _2026-07-20 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## [Cast announced for Shakespeare Season](https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/cast-announced-for-shakespeare-season) _2026-07-20 · Sheffield Theatres_ We have today announced the full company of actors who will play across a double-bill of two major new Shakespearean productions in the world-famous Crucible Theatre this autumn. A rare event in contemporary theatre, the company will play two or more roles across the season in both productions. They join the previously announced Olivier and Tony Award-winner Ian McDiarmid (Star Wars) in King Lear… ## [Philadelphia Fringe Festival will bring more than 330 performances to venues across the city](https://www.phillyvoice.com/philadelphia-fringe-festival-2026/?utm_source=performances&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-07-18 · PhillyVoice Media Events · PhillyVoice - Performances_ Tickets are now on sale for the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, which returns Sept. 8-27 with more than 330 performances and experiences across the city. ## [First-look photos of designs for redeveloped Crucible](https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/first-look-photos-of-designs-for-redeveloped-crucible) _2026-07-16 · Sheffield Theatres_ Earlier this year we announced plans for a £45 million expansion project of the Crucible in 2028. Today we share first concept images of how the Crucible might look, following the conclusion of the feasibility study for the redevelopment. Created by heritage architects Allies and Morrison, the concept images show the transformed auditorium and stage which will feature the ability to scale up and… ## [July's Twilight in the Gardens will bring live music and after-hours fun to Magic Gardens](https://www.phillyvoice.com/july-twilight-in-the-gardens-magic-gardens-philadelphia/?utm_source=performances&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-07-14 · PhillyVoice Media Events · PhillyVoice - Performances_ Philadelphia's Magic Gardens will stay open after hours for its July Twilight in the Gardens event, offering live music, art activities and a chance to explore parts of the museum that aren't usually open to visitors. ## [Sheffield Hallam University and Sheffield Theatres launch Musical Theatre Degree](https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/sheffield-hallam-university-and-sheffield-theatres-launch-musical-theatre-degree) _2026-07-10 · Sheffield Theatres_ Sheffield Hallam University in association with Sheffield Theatres have launched a new BA Musical Theatre degree programme, to develop emerging talent in the region. ## [Free outdoor Opera Philadelphia concert will bring live music to Dilworth Park on July 23](https://www.phillyvoice.com/opera-philadelphia-free-outdoor-concert-dilworth-park-july-2026/?utm_source=performances&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site) _2026-07-07 · PhillyVoice Media Events · PhillyVoice - Performances_ Spend a summer evening with live music in the shadow of City Hall when Opera Philadelphia performs a free outdoor concert at Dilworth Park on Thursday, July 23. ## [Applications now open for Forge Playwrights](https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/applications-are-now-open-for-forge-playwrights) _2026-06-24 · Sheffield Theatres_ A writers’ group for new voices. We are excited to announce Forge Playwrights; a new project that will nurture writers from Black, Asian and ethnically diverse backgrounds in our region. The group will be led by Aisha Khan, with co-mentoring from John Rwothomack and Frey Kwa Hawking. Aisha Khan is a playwright, director and dramaturg. Aisha's adaptation of A Christmas Carol, commissioned and… ## [Public Dress Rehearsal for Summer Holiday the Musical on Fri 19 June](https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/public-dress-rehearsal-for-summer-holiday-the-musical-on-fri-19-june) _2026-06-17 · Sheffield Theatres_ The Public Dress Rehearsal for our production of Summer Holiday the Musical will go ahead on Fri 19 June at 7.30pm in the Crucible. Tickets for the Public Dress Rehearsal are exchanged for a suggested minimum donation of £1 and are available from 10am on Fri 19 June either in person from the Crucible Box Office or by calling 0114 249 6000. Up to 4 tickets are available per booker. Please consider… ## [MAKE A WILL WITH WITH SHEFFIELD THEATRES AND BRM](https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/make-a-will-with-with-sheffield-theatres-and-brm) _2026-06-16 · Sheffield Theatres_ We're partnering with BRM to offer a Will writing service for our audiences this July. Have your Will drafted with BRM during our Make a Will Month using the promo code THEATREWILL Instead of paying a fee you can support our Charitable Trust by making a voluntary donation, helping to ensure that we continue to create bold and brilliant theatre for everyone, champion children’s creativity and offer… ## [ENCORE! : Sheffield's most showstopping charity shop!](https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/encore-sheffields-most-showstopping-charity-shop) _2026-06-10 · Sheffield Theatres_ From Saturday 13 to Saturday 20 June, step into a treasure trove of theatrical wonders at our pop-up charity shop! Packed with quirky costumes, one-of-a-kind clothing, vintage props, and unexpected gems straight from the stage, every item has a story to tell. Located on Surrey Street in the heart of the city, Encore will be open from 10am to 4pm for one week only! Stock will change regularly, so… ## [profullstack on Ko‑fi (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/raqCfjGo3grI) _2026-06-10 · **Sponsored**_ Open the creator's Ko‑fi page. ## [SUMMER HOLIDAY CAST BOARD VINTAGE BUS ON TUDOR SQUARE!](https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/news/summer-holiday-cast-board-vintage-bus-on-tudor-square) _2026-06-05 · Sheffield Theatres_ The cast of Summer Holiday brought the sun to Sheffield, enjoying an experience on board an original vintage Sheffield Bus! The cast enjoyed an experience on board an original Leyland Titan PD3 double decker, which served communities in Sheffield from 1959 - 1974, kindly provided by South Yorkshire Preservation Group CIC. ## [Just a Short One](https://www.newhavenreview.com/blog/index.php/2026/5/just-a-short-one) _2026-05-06 · Donald Brown · New Haven Review_ Review of The Weir , New Haven Theater Company George Kulp, a founding member of the New Haven Theater Company, has a way with sets. Together with Rich Burkham, Kulp has devised a cozy pub that looks lived-in and worn, with a stone fireplace, a wood-burning stove, an ancient cash register, and photos on the wall that ostensibly capture the local history of the setting of NHTC's latest offering,… ## [Utopia Dreamin'](https://www.newhavenreview.com/blog/index.php/2026/5/utopia-dreamin) _2026-05-03 · Donald Brown · New Haven Review_ Review of Furlough's Paradise , Yale Repertory Theatre A dramatic consideration of the fraught relations between two cousins, a. k. payne's Furlough's Paradise gives us access to the conversations between Mina and Sade (or De) as well as to the deeper, wordless fears and anxieties that prey on them. As directed by abigail jean-baptiste, at Yale Repertory Theatre through May 16, much of the show's… ## [Fencing with Disaster](https://www.newhavenreview.com/blog/index.php/2026/4/fencing-with-disaster) _2026-04-28 · Donald Brown · New Haven Review_ Review of Native Gardens , Hartford Stage "Good fences make good neighbors," the old saying goes, indicating that a clear demarcation between properties keeps things pleasant. In Karen Zacarías' Native Gardens , now playing at Hartford Stage through May 10, directed by Nicole A. Watson, a bad fence, wrongly placed, nearly brings good neighbors to all out warfare in an upscale community in… ## [Earning Our Trust](https://www.newhavenreview.com/blog/index.php/2026/4/earning-our-trust) _2026-04-20 · Donald Brown · New Haven Review_ Review of Primary Trust , Westport Country Playhouse Playing through May 2 at Westport Country Playhouse, Eboni Booth's Pulitzer-winning play Primary Trust skillfully blends humor and heartbreak, hope and trauma to tell the story of a young Black man in a town near Rochester, NY, in the early 2000s. It's a touching story that stresses the importance of humane interaction, highlighting the value of… ## [A Fierce Rhinoceros](https://www.newhavenreview.com/blog/index.php/2026/3/a-fierce-rhinoceros) _2026-03-16 · Donald Brown · New Haven Review_ Review of Rhinoceros , Yale Repertory Theatre What do you do when everyone in your immediate vicinity (which, in the age of the internet is extensive) jumps on a bandwagon? Do you gleefully jump on too? Or do you respond skeptically, keeping the new idea, implement, technique, leader, faith at arm's length? Or do you turn vehemently against what "everyone else" has accepted? No matter how you… ## [Waging Little Wars](https://www.newhavenreview.com/blog/index.php/2026/3/diuvtrp9qtwmlhbbxbaly2cxbe7bbq) _2026-03-13 · Donald Brown · New Haven Review_ Review of Little Wars , New Haven Theater Company Steven Carl McCasland's Little Wars , New Haven Theater Company's latest offering, the first of their 2026 season, brings together seven women in a drawing room in the French Alps in 1940. Four of them are famous writers—Gertrude Stein (Deena Nicol-Blifford), Lillian Hellman (Sandra Rodriguez), Dorothy Parker (Jodi Williams), Agatha Christie… ## [A Gem on the Water](https://www.newhavenreview.com/blog/index.php/2026/3/a-gem-on-the-water) _2026-03-11 · Donald Brown · New Haven Review_ Review of Gem of the Ocean , Long Wharf Theatre In order of creation, Gem of the Ocean is the penultimate play in August Wilson's American Century Cycle, which sets a play in each decade of the twentieth century, but it's the first in chronological sequence. As such it's the first and almost the last, and much of what Wilson concerned himself with in the twenty-plus years he wrote the ten plays is… ## [Attention Paid](https://www.newhavenreview.com/blog/index.php/2026/3/attention-paid) _2026-03-09 · Donald Brown · New Haven Review_ Review of Death of a Salesman , Hartford Stage Hartford Stage has outdone itself this time! While the 60+ year-old playhouse is well known for reviving classic American plays, there are classics and then there are classics. Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman , which dates from 1949, has the kind of cred and rep that are pretty much unshakeable. While certain elements to any play that old may seem… ## [Follow Releases, Get Reminders (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/r4G5vGy6q3HN) _2026-03-09 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a genre or a name and receive reminders on release day — free. ## [NHTC Wages Steven Carl McCasland's "Little Wars"](https://www.newhavenreview.com/blog/index.php/2026/2/nhtc-wages-steven-carl-mccaslands-little-wars) _2026-02-27 · Donald Brown · New Haven Review_ Preview of Little Wars , New Haven Theater Company Next week, Thursday, March 5th, New Haven Theater Company opens its three weekend run (Thursdays through Saturdays) of Steven Carl McCasland's Little Wars , directed by company member John Strano, an ensemble piece about seven women, mostly writers, who have come together for a social evening on June 22, 1940. "It's a work of speculative fiction,"…