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Carrie Coon Shines in Gilded Age and 'Bug' Revivals
The Broadway debut of Tracy Letts' play 'Bug' opened at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre with Carrie Coon and Morgan Spector attending, featuring a star-studded opening night and an extended run through February 22, after a successful Chicago run.
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Michelle Williams Shines in Off-Broadway 'Anna Christie' Revival
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Kristin Chenoweth Shines in 'Queen of Versailles' Broadway Revival
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Exploring Immigrant and Women's Stories in Contemporary Theatre
Martyna Majok's play 'Queens' reimagines the lives of immigrant women living in a Queens basement apartment, exploring themes of trauma, resilience, and hope across different time periods post-9/11 and post-Trump election, highlighting their struggles and aspirations.
First Look at Paddington the Musical's Iconic Bear on Stage
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Laurie Metcalf Shines in 'Little Bear Ridge Road' Broadway Review
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