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The latest news on live theatre in Long Island from Broadway shows on tour to regional theatre.

The Gateway Hosts 75th Season Celebration in August
by Stephi Wild - June 10, 2024


The Gateway will hold its 75th Season Celebration on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. under the tent at The Gateway, 215 South Country Road in Bellport.

Review: THE SUBJECT WAS ROSES at Bay Street Theatre
by Melissa Giordano - June 08, 2024


What did our critic think of THE SUBJECT WAS ROSES at Bay Street Theatre?

The Gateway to Celebrate 75th Season With Special Event in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 07, 2024


Celebrate The Gateway's 75th season with a special event. Join the festivities and honor decades of performances and community engagement. See how to get involved!

Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame to Host BEATLES ON THE BALCONY
by A.A. Cristi - June 06, 2024


Learn about LIMEHOF scholarships and enjoy a free Beatles concert on June 30. Discover how Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame supports education and celebrates music.

EastLine Theatre Brings Free Shakespeare To Parks Across Long Island With HAMLET
by A.A. Cristi - June 05, 2024


EastLine Theatre's fourth annual free Shakespeare in the Park tour kicks off June 15 with HAMLET at Mineola Memorial Library.

Spotlight: CELEBRATE PRIDE AT TILLES CENTER at Tilles Center
by BWW Special Offer - June 05, 2024


Celebrate Pride at Tilles Center with anthems by Donna Summer, Queen, George Michael, Erasure, Madonna, Lady Gaga and more!

Student Blog: 8 Musical Theatre Songs That GIVE Spring Vibes
by Student Blogger: Jules Donohue - June 01, 2024


[March 2024]---- Hello again readers! As the semester rolls into the springtime (yay), I'm thinking about all the theatre songs that give STRONG spring vibes in my opinion. My playlists and musical tastes definitely change when the seasons do, so I'm trying to get myself out of the dreary state of winter and into a bright springtime era. Without further ado, let's list them!

Review: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Hampton Theatre Company
by Melissa Giordano - June 01, 2024


What did our critic think of A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM at Hampton Theatre Company?

Video: First Look At THE SUBJECT WAS ROSES At Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts
by A.A. Cristi - May 31, 2024


Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts kicks off the Summer with THE SUBJECT WAS ROSES. See highlights from the production in the new video below!

Joy Behar and Friends Will Perform MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND at Bay Street Theater
by Stephi Wild - May 31, 2024


Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced popular TV personality and Bay Street Board of Trustees member Joy Behar and friends, including Susie Essman, Tovah Feldshuh, Sherri Shepherd, and more will perform MY FIRST EX-HUSBAND, Behar's all-new show.

Argyle Theatre to Present Robin Gentile's Exclusive Seminar On How To Get Started In Show Business
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2024


Aspiring actors and parents are invited to a seminar by industry veteran Robin Gentile on June 9th, 2024, at The Argyle Theater in Babylon, Long Island, offering insights into starting an acting career.

Billy Porter Will Reopen East Hampton's Guild Hall
by Joshua Wright - May 29, 2024


Guild Hall has announced the completion of its theater renovation, with performing arts programming commencing in July. Guild Hall’s facility-wide capital improvements project and campaign was first announced in 2021 and ushered in a period of 21st-century revitalization for the legendary multi-arts center.

Review: A BRONX TALE IS A 'HIT' AT THE ARGYLE THEATRE at The Argyle Theatre
by Nicholas Pontolillo - May 29, 2024


What did our critic think of A BRONX TALE IS A 'HIT' AT THE ARGYLE THEATRE at The Argyle Theatre?

Review: THE PRODUCERS at Theatre Three
by Melissa Giordano - May 28, 2024


Port Jefferson’s historic Theater Three certainly has another hit on their hands with their current showing of the mega hit musical The Producers. Closing out their incredible 53rd season, the beautiful Long Island venue has assembled a brilliant cast to flawlessly deliver this Tony, Grammy, and Olivier winning Mel Brooks classic. Indeed, this thrilling production is a must see this exciting Spring season in the lively town.

Student Blog: Training Post Graduation
by Student Blogger: Olivia Mathis - May 28, 2024


In order to keep up my daily training, I knew I needed to find a personal routine that I could uphold whether or not I had room in my budget for classes, coaching sessions, and lessons.

JERSEY BOYS Extends at the Engeman Theater Through June 30
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024


The John W. Engeman Theater has announced that due to demand, the run of JERSEY BOYS has been extended for the final time until June 30, 2024. This marks the longest extension in the history of the Engeman Theater.

THE SUBJECT WAS ROSES Comes to Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2024


Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts will kick off the Summer with THE SUBJECT WAS ROSES.

Isabella Rosellini Set To Appear at The Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center In Patchogue
by Blair Ingenthron - May 26, 2024


Join movie enthusiasts on May 30th at The Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center in Patchogue, NY, for a special screening of La Chimera followed by an exclusive Q&A with star Isabella Rossellini.

Previews: PIPPIN at CAP Merrick
by Andrew J. Koehler - May 26, 2024


CAP Merrick has some 'magic to do' over the next month! Their latest theatrical venture, PIPPIN opened on May 25th!

Long Island's First Year-Round Haunted House Experience Store Opens Next Month
by Blair Ingenthron - May 25, 2024


The grand opening of Long Island's only year-round Halloween Haunted House Experience store will be held on June 1st

Bay Street Theater Announces Cast And Crew For MASTER CLASS
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024


Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has announced that this season's second Mainstage production Terrence McNally's Tony Award Winning MASTER CLASS will star Vicki Lewis ('NewsRadio,' 'Finding Nemo,' 'Curb Your Enthusiasm') as opera diva Maria Callas.

Isabella Rosellini To Appear At The Plaza Cinema & Media Arts Center In Patchogue
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2024


Join discerning movie goers from all over Long Island for a special screening of the film La Chimera.

Photos: Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts Celebrate the Winners of WRITING THE WAVE
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2024


On Friday, May 17th Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts hosted the winners of WRITING THE WAVE: See photos from the event. 

Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival 2024 Returns This July
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2024


The Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival 2024 features 12 concerts from July 14 to August 11.

Review: ROCK OF AGES at The Gateway
by Melissa Giordano - May 15, 2024


The Gateway of Bellport certainly has another hit on their hands with their current offering of the fun musical Rock Of Ages. Running through June 2nd at the beautiful Long Island venue, this Tony nominee celebrates all things 80's with some of music's greatest songs making up the score. Created by Chris D'Arienzo, there are several story lines woven throughout this raucous musical excellently directed by Keith Andrews.


Videos


A Bronx Tale in Long Island A Bronx Tale
The Argyle Theatre (4/25 - 6/16) Tracker
Raggedy Ann & Andy in Long Island Raggedy Ann & Andy
Theatre Three (7/5 - 7/27)
Ring Of Fire - Johnny Cash Musical in Long Island Ring Of Fire - Johnny Cash Musical
Theatre Three (3/1 - 3/30)
Little Women in Long Island Little Women
BACCA Arts Center (12/7 - 12/22)
Starry Nights | Fall in Long Island Starry Nights | Fall
Staller Center for the Arts (11/21 - 11/21)
Music Mondays with Harlem Gospel Choir in Long Island Music Mondays with Harlem Gospel Choir
Bay Street Theater (8/5 - 8/5)
Rock of Ages
Cultural Arts Playhouse (6/22 - 7/21)
Malevo in Long Island Malevo
Staller Center for the Arts (10/26 - 10/26)
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