The Big and the Small 2018

Opened: April 14, 2018
Closing: May 06, 2018

The Big and the Small - 2018 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

4th Street Theatre
83 East 4th Street New York, NY

Funerals are for the living. What happened, why, who did it and how - none of that matters in the moments before. A play about those moments before, The Big and the Small is a series of two-handers, each in identical rooms in a grand hotel in Zürich. As guests enjoy the last moments of their private, awkward, funny and not-so-funny lives, themes of nationalism, tourism, social responsibility, isolation, class and gender roles are all explored. In a time of global crisis, what does neutrality mean for a country full of banks?

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David Haerle Releases 'The Great Galaxy Sci-Fi Convention Show' In Time For Star Wars Day
by Josh Sharpe - May 3, 2024


As sci-fi fans gear up to celebrate Star Wars Day (May the 4th), Los Angeles singer-songwriter-guitarist David Haerle has a must-add track for their playlists. “The Great Galaxy Sci-Fi Convention Show” song and video are out now. Paired with an out-of-this-world animated video by Michael Pottle, there’s an interesting and personal backstory with this song. Listen to the single now!

BLUEY'S BIG PLAY THE STAGE SHOW is Now Playing at Chicago's Auditorium Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 3, 2024


Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show is now playing at Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Miya Folick Supports Mitski in London Next Week; Will Tour With The Japanese House This Summer
by Josh Sharpe - May 2, 2024


Miya Folick has announced that she will support UK artist The Japanese House on select dates this summer. Next week, she will join Mitski as the special guest support for five sold-out shows including four nights at the Eventim Apollo in London, and will headline the Lafayette on May 12th while in the UK.

Rock The Bells Cruise Adds Additional Performers to Lineup Including Busta Rhymes, Method Man & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2024


The full line-up includes Jadakiss, E-40, Rakim, Talib Kweli, Digable Planets, Busta Rhymes, Method Man and Redman, Scarface, Twista, Goodie Mob featuring Khujo, T-Mo, and Big Gipp, Mia X, 8Ball & MJG, Sa-Roc, and house band The Soul Rebels.

Dave Stryker Organ Trio, Take 6, and More to Play Birdland Over the Next Two Weeks
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 27, 2024


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced all jazz programming running April 29th - May 12th.

THE SUMMER CIRCUS SPECTACULAR Returns To The Asolo Theater Beginning In June 14
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2024


Experience the thrill of the Summer Circus Spectacular at the Historic Asolo Theater from June 14 to August 17, 2024.

SUFFS' Ally Bonino in the April 2024 Debut of the Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024


Read BroadwayWorld's interview with Ally Bonino, who is currently making her Broadway debut in the new musical Suffs. Learn more about the show!

Joe Tracz to Serve as Writer and Co-Showrunner on ONE PIECE
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2024


Joe Tracz, writer of Be More Chill and The Lightning Thief musical, has joined the second season of the Netflix series One Piece. Tracz will be working with Matt Owens, co-showrunner and writer of Season 1, as writer, executive producer and co-showrunner. Tracz previously worked with Netflix as a writer and producer on Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events and Dash & Lily. Most recently, Tracz worked as a writer for the Disney+ adaptation of Percy Jackson and the Olympians.

Spyro Gyra, Cory Rodrigues & More to Perform at The Spire Center for Performing Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2024


The Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth, Massachusetts, has revealed three new shows. Learn how to purchase tickets and see upcoming performances!

Adam Guettel, Austin Pendleton and More Will Be Honored with Dramatists Guild Awards
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 19, 2024


The Dramatists Guild previously announced that playwright Christopher Durang will receive a Lifetime Achievement award at this year’s ceremony. He will be joined by two additional recipients, George C. Wolfe and Emily Mann.

Review: THE PROM at The Community Players
by Christopher Verleger - Apr 17, 2024


The Community Players concludes its 102nd season on the highest of notes with its energetic, spirited, emotionally charged production of the musical comedy, ‘The Prom.’

Jennifer Holliday & Shoshana Bean To Join Luke Islam at The Cutting Room
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2024


Join Broadway legends Jennifer Holliday and Shoshana Bean as they share the stage with America's Got Talent winner, Luke Islam at The Cutting Room. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Layton Williams and Nikita Kuzmin Return in LAYTON & NIKITA LIVE! in Manchester and London
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2024


Layton and Nikita will reunite for a brand-new live dance spectacular this summer. Learn more about where to catch the show here!

BLUEY'S BIG PLAY THE STAGE SHOW! Comes to Overture in September
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024


Grab the sticky geckos, break out the duck cakes and alert the grannies! It’s time to meet the much-loved Heeler family, who will be returning to Overture with the Bluey live show, Bluey’s Big Play The Stage Show!

Rachel Zegler & Kit Connor Will Star in Sam Gold-Directed ROMEO + JULIET on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2024


Following yesterday's social media tease, BroadwayWorld can confirm Rachel Zegler (Steven Spielberg's West Side Story) and Kit Connor (Netflix's Heartstopper) will star as Juliet and Romeo respectively in a revival of William Shakespeare's most famous play on Broadway this fall.

Don Johnson Cast in Upcoming Ryan Murphy Medical Drama
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2024


According to reports, Don Johnson will be appearing alongside Joshua Jackson in an upcoming drama from Ryan Murphy, co-creator of Glee. Other than the title- Dr. Odyssey- few details about the show have been announced. including the plot or Johnson's role. The series will be produced by ABC, with aims to premiere during the 2024-25 season. Reports indicate that it will likely be a medical procedural.

Harris Center to Host THE CHER SHOW National Tour This May
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 14, 2024


Harris Center for The Arts will present THE CHER SHOW – A New Musical, performing five times, May 9-12, with Thursday-Saturday evening performances at 7:30pm, and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00pm.

Betty Buckley, Darren Criss and More To Headline Provincetown BROADWAY SERIES
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024


Betty Buckley and Darren Criss will headline Town Hall performances as part of a revived and expanded Broadway music series produced by the Grammy and Emmy Award-winning artist John McDaniel. Find out the full schedule of Broadway stars

THE CHOIR OF MAN Extends in Chicago
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2024


 International sensation The Choir of Man has announced the extension of its Chicago production due to popular demand! The cast of Chicago area natives and all-star The Choir of Man veterans direct from the UK will now entertain audiences through July 14, 2024, at the Apollo Theate at 2550 N Lincoln Avenue in Chicago.

Dusty Slay Brings THE NIGHTSHIFT TOUR to the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024


Dusty Slay is bringing The Nightshift Tour to the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center. The performance is set for April 12, 2024.

Marisha Wallace and Sammy Rae & The Friends Added to KEW THE MUSIC 2024
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2024


Further support artists have been announced as part of Kew The Music 2024. The annual week-long festival of picnic concerts is set in the stunning UNESCO World Heritage site, Kew Gardens in south west London, and has become one of the fixtures in the London summer music calendar.

Interview: Pascale Roger-McKeever Is Ready to Take Up Space at SoHo Playhouse
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 9, 2024


Playwright and performer Pascale Roger-McKeever will be bringing her one-woman show Fingers and Spoons to the SoHo Playhouse this month. The provocative show, tackling open marriage, will play from Thursday April 25th to Thursday May 2nd. I spoke with Roger-McKeever about the show and the process of putting it together.

Bend Sinister Release 'Big Star' and 'Gotta Get Ready'
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2024


Enter Vancouver quartet Bend Sister, who dole out two kinds of motivation on their latest, double-A-sided single — a musical wake-up call for aspiring rockers and anybody else who needs a little bit of a fire lit under them just to take on the day.

Pittsburgh CLO Presents Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra At The Benedum Center In June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2024


Pittsburgh CLO will present JEFF GOLDBLUM & THE MILDRED SNITZER ORCHESTRA at the Benedum Center for one performance only on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at 7:30PM.

Video: The Cast of CHOIR OF MAN At Apollo Theatre Performs 'Some Nights'
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2024


See first look video of the Chicago engagement of The Choir of Man, now playing at the Apollo Theatre. Check out the cast singing 'Some Nights' by Fun.! 

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