The Island

Opened: 2020

The Island - Off-Broadway Tickets, News, Info & More

Classic Stage Company
136 East 13th Street New York City, NY 10003

The Island is set in the jail where Nelson Mandela spent the majority of his 27-year political imprisonment on Robben Island, off the coast of Cape Town. The play tells the story of two cellmates rehearsing Sophocles' Antigone for a prison concert. As their lives unnervingly echo the world of this Greek tragedy, the men find solace and strength in their burgeoning friendship.


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Kinesis Project Dance Theatre Presents BRIDGE MATTER/THE REACH As A Part Of Riverside Revue
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024


Kinesis Project dance theatre will present a sneak peek of Bridge Matter/The Reach at Riverside Revue, part of Riverside Park Conservancy's Summer on the Hudson Festival, on June 5, 2024, at 6:30pm.

�¿Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup to Present MOVING MEMORY: NEXT GENERATION
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2024


Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup will present Moving Memory: NEXT GENERATION, an evening of original movement-based works exploring memory, erasure, and forgetting. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Rob Auton Brings THE EYES OPEN AND SHUT SHOW to The Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2024


Off the back of a critically acclaimed and sell-out run at last year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe, award-winning comedian, writer and podcaster Rob Auton will bring his 11th hour to the Fringe with The Eyes Open and Shut Show.

Pete Davidson Comes to the Fargo Theatre in July
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2024


Pete Davidson is headed to the Fargo Theatre in July. There will be two performances on July 5.

Rachel Bay Jones and Danny Burstein to Star in Indie Film RISE AND SHINE
by Josh Sharpe - May 21, 2024


According to new reports, Tony Winners Rachel Bay Jones and Danny Burstein will star alongside newcomer Ana Sharp in an independent film from Laura Somers called Rise and Shine. Based on a true story, the film follows Janice Steele and her daughter Terri who makes the transition from homeschool to public school. Janice, who was born with cerebral palsy and a developmental delay, inspires those around her in this new environment with her positivity.

Colin Jost Comes to Resorts World Theatre in Summer 2024
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2024


Writer, performer, and author, Colin Jost, has officially announced his venue debut at Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas in Summer 2024.

Les Arts Florissants Performs In Summer Festivals North America & Exquisite Gardens In France
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2024


Les Arts Florissants will perform at summer festivals in North America and in the exquisite gardens of France, showcasing their renowned baroque music ensemble.

Nikki Glaser Adds Second Show At Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2024


Nikki Glaser's 'Alive and Unwell Tour' adds a second show at Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall due to popular demand.

MEST Debuts 'Hate You Sober' (ft. Spencer Charnas of Ice Nine Kills) Off Upcoming Album 'Youth'
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2024


The track delves into the theme of a toxic relationship, depicting how one might endure it by numbing themselves with alcohol, while also exploring the journey towards summoning the courage to break free from the toxicity. Listen to the single now!

Video: Watch Sabrina Carpenter Sing 'Espresso' and 'Feather/Nonsense' on SNL
by Josh Sharpe - May 20, 2024


This weekend, Sabrina Carpenter made her debut as a musical guest on the season finale of Saturday Night Live. On the show, she performed her newest single, Espresso, for which she recently earned her first Billboard top 10 hit. In addition to her hit single, she also performed a medley of Feather and Nonsense, two tracks that appeared on her 2022 album emails i can’t send. Watch both performances here!

Fairfax Symphony Orchestra to Present Peter Boyer's RHAPSODY IN RED, WHITE, AND BLUE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024


Fairfax Symphony Orchestra presents the Virginia premiere of Peter Boyer’s Rhapsody in Red, White, and Blue with piano soloist Jeffrey Biegel. Learn how to purchase tickets.

HELL'S KITCHEN, THE OUTSIDERS & More Nominated for 2024 ACCA Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024


Actors’ Equity Association has revealed the nominees for this season’s ACCA Award for Outstanding Broadway Chorus, honoring the chorus performers in a Broadway show. See who is nominated!

The Tank Unveils Programming For PRIDEFEST 2024 Featuring Workshops, Performances & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2024


The Tank revealed the programming for PRIDEFEST 2024, featuring performances, workshops, and events celebrating LGBTQIA+ voices and stories. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Ma-Yi Theater and Second Generation Productions to Present Three Play Readings at Theatre Row
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2024


Ma-Yi Theater and Second Generation Productions will present three play readings at Theatre Row this month, showcasing new works and diverse voices in contemporary theater. Learn more about the readings and see how to purchase tickets.

Kinesis Project Dance Theatre Reveals 10th Dance Outdoors Spring/Summer Season
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2024


Kinesis Project dance theatre, the New York City based large-scale, outdoor dance company, has announced its 2024 Spring/Summer Season, beginning Wednesday, June 5, 2024.

Darren Criss and Helen J Shen Will Lead MAYBE HAPPY ENDING on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - May 14, 2024


Darren Criss will return to the stage alongside Helen J Shen in the Broadway premiere of the new romantic musical comedy Maybe Happy Ending with music by Will Aronson, lyrics by Hue Park and book by both Aronson and Park. We have all of the details!

Photos: First Look At ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND At First Stage
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2024


First Stage concludes its 2023/24 season with an exciting,  truly inventive production of ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND: A Create Your Own Adventure Play by award-winning playwright and frequent First Stage collaborator Finegan Kruckemeyer. See photos from the show.

Black Theatre Workshop Will Host Vision Celebration 2024
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024


Black Theatre Workshop has announced the in-person return of its historic Vision Celebration! BTW has a lot in store for this 38th Vision Celebration and it promises to be an event to remember.

EXTREME ACTS Comes to the Marsh This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024


 The world premiere of Extreme Acts by award-winning playwright Lynne Kaufman, which was originally announced as a two-play production at The Marsh San Francisco has now been updated to a 60-minute standalone performance.

BalletCollective Unveils 2024 Season, 'The Entrance Is The Exit'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024


Explore BalletCollective's 2024 season, THE ENTRANCE IS THE EXIT. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.

FALCON GIRLS World Premiere & More Set for Yale Repertory Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024


Yale Repertory Theatre has revealed its 2024–25 season of five productions. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

Amina Henry's THE PIED PIPER OF HAMELIN To Premiere At Women In Theatre Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024


Catch the premiere of Amina Henry's THE PIED PIPER OF HAMELIN at the Women in Theatre Festival. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Pianist Michael Stephen Brown & Violinist Arnaud Sussmann to Make Debut In Shenzhen, China
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024


Renowned American pianist Michael Stephen Brown and violinist Arnaud Sussmann will make their debut in Shenzhen, China, on May 18, 2024. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Pianist Michael Stephen Brown to be Presented In Duo Recital By Hong Kong's French May Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024


Renowned pianist Michael Stephen Brown is set to perform in a duo recital at Hong Kong's French May Festival. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

Ra Ra Riot Release First New Song in Five Years With 'The Wish'
by Josh Sharpe - May 1, 2024


Ra Ra Riot is excited to be releasing their first new music in five years, with their single “The Wish”. The release comes just a day before Ra Ra Riot plays a few Northeast headline shows – May 2nd at the 9:30 Club in DC, May 3rd at Royale in Boston and May 4th at Brooklyn Steel in Brooklyn, NY. Then in July the band will join up with Vampire Weekend for a week of Midwest dates. Listen to the single here!

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