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For Actor Mark H. Dold, 'The Inheritance' Is Part of his DNA
In Matthew Lopez's extraordinary two-part "The Inheritance," actor Mark H. Dold not only plays two roles, but has the play's most difficult speech. EDGE spoke to Dold about the play & his long association with it.
'The Laramie Project' Creator Moisés Kaufman on His New Production
Seven years ago, 'The Laramie Project' creator Moisés Kaufman was approached to direct the Broadway musical "Paradise Square" and, after reading it, he immediately said yes.
Watch: Stage Musical Version of NBC Series 'Smash' Headed to Broadway
The NBC series "Smash," about the nuts and bolts of mounting a new Broadway musical, only lasted for two seasons — but now it's becoming a Broadway musical itself.
Rinabeth Apostol's Take Two: the Luck and Logistics of Back-to-Back Roles
On May 8, Rinabeth Apostol will take her last bow as Alison Bechdel in the 42nd Street Moon production of the Tony-winning musical "Fun Home." Just three nights later, she'll be on stage at the Magic Theatre in "Monument, or Four Sisters (A Sloth Play)."
'A Strange Loop' Actor, Creator on Long Journey to Tony Noms
When Jaquel Spivey found out he was nominated for a Tony Award as lead actor in "A Strange Loop," he was shocked. Not just for the normal reasons, but for the statement it made.
The Psych Drama Company's Production of 'The Lion In Winter': A Literal Dream Come True
The Psych Drama Company's production of "The Lion in Winter" is a dream come true for co-director Wendy Lippe. Literally.
Review: Trinity Rep Offers Refreshing and Important 'Fairview'
"Fairview" It is the kind of play that opens with a seemingly standard comedic take on a middle class family. But things aren't at all what they seem in this refreshing, important work.
Sidney DuPont Finds a 'Powerful, Dynamic and Necessary' Role
Sidney DuPont knew he'd made the right career decision when musical theater icon Chita Rivera not only threw a shoe at him but also slapped his face.
'Only Connect.' Meet the Cast of Boston's 'The Inheritance'
There is an incredible camaraderie on view at Boston's Roberts Studio Theater where the first regional production of "The Inheritance" runs through June 11. EDGE spoke with the production's cast members.
Show's Over for Famed Cabaret Show at France's Lido
It's the end of an era for the famed Lido cabaret on Paris' Champs-Elysees.
The Cockettes: Glamour Hippies - Iconic Drag Troupe Returns for a New Show
The Cockettes were only around for a few years, beginning in 1969, but left a fabulous legacy in their wake. A new show at Oasis revives their drag fabulism, with some original troupe members, including composer Scrumbly Koldewyn.
Actor Angela Lansbury to Receive a Special Tony Award
The folks who hand out Tony Awards believe five is not enough for Angela Lansbury.
'You Couldn't Ask for a Better Role.' Sara Gettelfinger on Playing Title Role in 'The Cher Show'
It takes three actresses to play Cher in "The Cher Show." Playing the diva role of the three is Sara Gettelfinger, who says she couldn't have asked for a better one.
Touring, Award-Winning 'Emojiland' Comes to Boston in June
The national tour of the acclaimed 2020 Off-Broadway show comes to Boston, June 14-19. It also visits Columbus, Ohio, (June 3-5); Hartford, Connecticut (June 10-12); and Philadelphia (June 21-26).
American Repertory Theater Sets American Premiere of Award-Winning 'Life of Pi'
American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) at Harvard University announced today that it will produce in its 2022/23 Season the North American premiere of "Life of Pi." Winner of 5 Olivier Awards, the play is current in London's West End.
Jessie Williams' Nude Scene from Broadway Show Ignites Social Media
After photos of Jesse Williams' full-frontal scene in Broadway's "Take Me Out" flooded the internet, thirsty social media users got the actor trending.
Watch: Patti LuPone's F-word Rant Scolding Maskless Broadway Patron
Patti LuPone directed an F-word-laced rant at a maskless Broadway patron following a performance of her hit musical "Company." A video circling around social media shows the crowd erupting in cheers.
Forster Meets Grindr in Hugely Entertaining 'The Inheritance'
Matthew Lopez's Tony-winning "The Inheritance" gets its Boston premiere in an exemplary production.
Out Playwright James Ijames 'Overwhelmed' at Pulitzer Prize Win
Out playwright James Ijames responded to winning the Pulitzer Prize for drama for his comedic take on "Hamlet," "Fat Ham," despite it never having had a live performance.
'Harts' Desire' - Mark Nadler's meet-cute musical at Theatre Rhinoceros
San Francisco's Theater Rhinoceros hosts the debut of an altogether different 'Hart to Hart' (not the TV show) project from gay cabaret ace Mark Nadler, a solo show abrim with its own bonanza of queer bonafides.
A '1776' Reimagined for Our Woke Times
A new production of "1776" at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge brings the 1969 musical into the 21st century. But is it worth all the bother?
Forster Meets Grindr in Hugely Entertaining 'The Inheritance'
Matthew Lopez's Tony-winning "The Inheritance" gets its Boston premiere in an exemplary production.