It's Wilde! 1980

Opened: May 21, 1980
Closing: May 25, 1980

It's Wilde! - 1980 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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Cast Set For WHY AM I SO SINGLE? From SIX's Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2024


The full cast has been announced for Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss’ all-new, highly anticipated second musical, WHY AM I SO SINGLE? 

SWEENEY TODD, TWELFTH NIGHT and More Set For Portland Center Stage's 2024-2025 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 29, 2024


Portland Center Stage’s 2024-2025 season will kick off in September with Stephen Sondheim’s spooky musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. Learn more about the full lineup here!

SIZWE BANZI IS DEAD & More Nominated for 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2024


The Toronto Alliance for the Performing Arts revealed the 228 nominations for the 44th Annual Dora Mavor Moore Awards. See the full list!

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE ADVENTURE OF THE ELUSIVE EAR Comes to Stage West
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024


Stage West will present the regional premiere of Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Elusive Ear, a witty riff on the classic Conan Doyle mysteries, which begins a 3-week run on Thursday, June 6. 

Farmers Alley Theatre Presents THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024


Farmers Alley Theatre will present a lively production of THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE, showcasing talented performers and engaging storytelling. Join the fun and excitement of this beloved musical comedy.

Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Murry's Dinner Playhouse
by Theresa Bertram - May 23, 2024


From now through Saturday, May 25, Murry’s Dinner Playhouse, 6323 Col Glenn Rd, in Little Rock, is presenting the Oscar Wilde classic THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST. First performed in 1895, Director Roger Eaves captures the play’s purpose of satirizing the social norms and conventions of Victorian society, while embracing his cast’s cuteness factor. You will leave with a full belly and conversation for the way home. Seats are still available, so grab your tickets at murrysdp.com. 

Gingold Theatrical Group To Present Oscar Wilde's THE PORTRAIT OF MR. W.H. As Part Of Project Shaw
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2024


Gingold Theatrical Group will present Oscar Wilde's THE PORTRAIT OF MR. W.H. as part of Project Shaw, showcasing a unique exploration of Wilde's intriguing mystery. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Interview: A STRANGE LOOP's James Jackson Jr Makes His Cabaret 'Debut' at Pangea
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 23, 2024


Obie Award-winner James Jackson, Jr., most recently seen in Michael R. Jackson’s A Strange Loop and White Girl in Danger, is no newcomer to cabaret. However, on Saturday June 1st, 9:30 pm and Sunday June 2nd at 7 pm, the singer will be making his “debut” all over again in the satirical CABARET...DEBUT, a Pride month kickoff show at Pangea.

INTO THE WOODS, FAT HAM & More Set for Oregon Shakespeare Festival 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 21, 2024


The Oregon Shakespeare Festival announces its 2025 season, celebrating its 90th anniversary with nine productions, including Shakespearean works, classics, August Wilson, and INTO THE WOODS, from March 7 to October 26.

Photos: Stephanie J. Block and More in Rehearsal For KISS ME, KATE at the Barbican Centre
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2024


Stephanie J. Block and Adrian Dunbar will star in Kiss Me, Kate at London's Barbican Centre beginning 4 June and running through 14 September.  Check out all new rehearsal photos here!

Graham, Henson, Zuraitis, and More to Headline NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS at Joe's Pub
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024


The 12th annual “Night of a Thousand Judys,” the Pride concert to benefit The Ali Forney Center written and hosted by Justin Elizabeth Sayre, will play at Joe's Pub on Monday, June 3.

Theatre Forty Reveals 58th Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2024


Theatre 40, the professional non-profit theatre company of Beverly Hills, is coming back with a season of seven plays this year. Check out the full lineup here!

TWELFTH NIGHT & More Set for Antaeus Theatre Company 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2024


Antaeus Theatre Company has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, TWELFTH NIGHT, and another classic at the Kiki & David Gindler Performing Arts Center in Glendale. Learn how to purchase tickets.

HOW THE OTHER HALF LOVES Comes to City Theatre Austin in June
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024


City Theatre Austin will open its 2024 summer season with the brilliantly crafted comedy How the Other Half Loves. Guest director J. Kevin Smith leads the production with show dates June 7 – 23 at Genesis Creative Collective. 

Out Of The Box Theatre Company Presents THE BUTTER AND EGG MAN At The Bernie Wohl Center
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2024


Out of the Box Theatre Company (OotB) concludes its 2023-24 season with an Actors' Equity Association-approved showcase production of the hilarious 1925 comedy The Butter and Egg Man by George S. Kaufman, June 18, 20-23, 2024.

THEATER CAMP Director Molly Gordon to Direct Searchlight Film SMALL PARTS
by Josh Sharpe - May 13, 2024


Molly Gordan, writer, director and actor of Theater Camp, has found her next project. According to multiple reports, the multi-hyphenate is set to direct a reimagining of the 1987 comedy Outrageous Fortune which starred Shelly Long and Bette Midler. The film is co-written by co-written by Gordon and Allie Levitan and will center on rival actors who clash on a scrappy indie film set.

Interview: Director, Timothy Maureen Cole of Wharton Arts and SEUSSICAL
by Marina Kennedy - May 13, 2024


Broadwayworld had the pleasure of interviewing the director of 'Seussical,' Timothy Maureen Cole about her career and the upcoming show at Wharton Arts in Berkeley Heights.

Review: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at The Lantern Theatre/Maumelle Players
by Theresa Bertram - May 10, 2024


I love going to see a Trent Reese production, because he always puts a refreshing spin on whatever the subject matter may be. For our viewing pleasure this time, The Lantern Theatre and the Maumelle Players teamed up to present THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST by Oscar Wilde the last two weekends in April at The Shepherd of Peace Lutheran Church in Maumelle.

Photos: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Preps For Baltimore Center Stage Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2024


Baltimore Center Stage is preparing for the regional premiere of a new adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest by Jenny Koons. See photos of the cast in action. 

JERSEY BOYS, BEAUTIFUL, and More Set For Farmers Alley Theatre's 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2024


Following a season full of critically acclaimed productions, sold out shows, and holdovers, Farmers Alley Theatre has announced its 2024/2025 season lineup: Jersey Boys, A Christmas Carol, Dial M for Murder, A Jukebox for the Algonquin, Ride the Cyclone, and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.

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