Laurie Beechman Theatre

Vampires take a big bite out of the Big Apple stage

Though myths of the undead returning to cause harm can be traced back to antiquity, the word vampire (from the Serbian “vampir”) originated in Eastern Europe and spread throughout the folkloric...

Andrea McArdle shares personal songs and stories in her interactive ‘Broadway on Demand’ at NYC’s Laurie Beechman Theatre

As a star since the age of thirteen, when she originated the eponymous role of Little Orphan Annie in the 1977 Broadway debut of Annie and became the youngest nominee ever for a Tony Award for Best...

Proprietors Michael and Tom D’Angora discuss the revival of NYC’s West Bank Cafe and The Laurie Beechman Theatre

Established in 1978, NYC’s West Bank Cafe, located on West 42nd Street, has been a favorite hangout for the theater community and theater-goers, known for its quality food, including its legendary...

Off-Broadway discount ticket offer ‘20at20’ returns this Fall

NYC’s Off Broadway Alliance (OBA) – a non-profit corporation of theater professionals dedicated to supporting, promoting, and encouraging Off-Broadway theater and making live theater more accessible...

Four new stage-related book releases that appeal to a range of interests

Among the recent publications by and about the stage community are the memoir of a Tony-winning costume designer, a conductor’s comic book for children based on an iconic opera, a writer’s...

Holiday weekend offerings in New York run the gamut from sacred to profane

Whether you practice the religious traditions of Easter or Passover, or celebrate Pop-culture icon Lady Bunny, there’s something for you to enjoy this holiday weekend in NYC, in person or online, in...

Broadway producers Tom and Michael D’Angora honored with NY State Senate Proclamation for their charitable work

On Sunday, Dec 12, 2021, Broadway producers Tom and Michael D’Angora were honored by Senator Brad Hoylman with a State Senate Proclamation naming it Tom and Michael D’Angora Appreciation Day in New...

Twizted Sisterz returns to NYC’s Laurie Beechman Theatre with ‘Distorted Diznee’ drag revue

The long-running hit parody Distorted Dizney by drag performance group Twizted Sisterz has re-awakened from the pandemic-time curse on live performances to resume its eight-year run on select Fridays...

Joe Iconis and Lauren Marcus rally support for a virtual Christmas telethon to save the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre

As is the case with so many of New York’s favorite restaurants and venues, the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre are in danger of closing permanently due to losses suffered during the...

Bringing ‘Savage the Musical’ to the Concert Stage of the New York Musical Festival: A Conversation with Creator Nicolette Blount and Director Rachel Klein

Wanda Savage was a trailblazing Chickasaw woman, American sharp-shooter, silent-film actress, and divorced single mother, whose life provides a telling illustration of the racism, sexism, and abuse...

15 Questions in 15 Minutes with Lucille Lortel Award Nominee John Edwards

Actor/singer/dancer John Edwards is not just a triple threat, he’s also an awards-nominated one, and deservedly so. A current member of the Grammy-nominated Broadway Inspirational Voices gospel choir,...

Braden Chapman Brings ReTHEATRE’s Acclaimed ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch’ to the Laurie Beechman Theatre

Having achieved widespread popularity on RuPaul’s Drag Race as his larger-than-life alter-ego Mimi Imfurst, Braden Chapman is a critically-acclaimed actor, singer, director, writer, and producer of...