Lockdown 2019

Ages: 13+
Opened: April 17, 2019
Closing: May 19, 2019

Lockdown - 2019 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

Rattlestick Theater
224 Waverly Place New York, NY 10014

An unlikely friendship between a grieving writer and a prison inmate begins a transformational process of healing and forgiveness.

Inspired by the playwright’s time with the inmates at San Quentin Prison, LOCKDOWN follows a professional writer who agrees to help an inmate craft a statement for his parole hearing and unknowingly embarks on a painful and rewarding journey to confront her own grief. LOCKDOWN takes a thoughtful look at the impact of imprisonment, juxtaposing the conditions of long-term incarceration with the emotional confinement of a widow's grief.


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Eliane Elias to Headline at Sony Hall; 'TIME AND AGAIN' Album Due in June
by Blair Ingenthron - May 25, 2024


Internationally renowned Brazilian pianist, composer and vocalist Eliane Elias will make her Sony Hall debut on Friday, June 14th.  This appearance is in conjunction with the June 28th release of here new album TIME AND AGAIN.

Freya Beer Releases New Single 'Tatianna'
by Josh Sharpe - May 24, 2024


Gothic-pop chanteuse - FREYA BEER is back with a brand new single Tatianna. The electrifying follow-up to recent single “Write Her Off (WHO), the tracks will feature together on an imminent EP - due for release as a limited 4-track vinyl and on streaming services. Based on a fictional female protagonist from whom the song takes its name, “Tatianna” finds Freya stepping into her heels and waltzing between her lucid dreams and harsh realities. Listen to the song now!

Comedian Ruby Carr Brings EBAE to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 24, 2024


Comedian Ruby Carr has only one thing she puts before anyone else in her life – the internet’s original car boot sale, eBay.  eBae, Ruby Carr’s hotly anticipated Edinburgh Fringe 2024 debut hour, takes a deep dive into the weird and wonderful world of everyone’s favourite online marketplace.

From Indian Lake New EP 'Head Void' Out Now
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2024


From Indian Lakes celebrate the release of the new LP Head Void, out now. Head Void was recorded at Vann’s newly finished home studio in California’s central valley just outside Yosemite National Park, and was mastered by Will Yip. This summer From Indian Lake will also tour and perform for the first time since 2019, playing shows with Dirty Buyer and King of Heck. Listen to the EP now!

East West Players Name Lily Tung Crystal As New Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 15, 2024


Lily Tung Crystal has been appointed as the new Artistic Director of East West Players. Learn more about Tung and about the theatre.

Tobacco Factory Theatres Will Perform Three New Productions In The Round
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024


Artistic Director of Tobacco Factory Theatres, Heidi Vaughan, has announced three new shows to be performed in the round in the theatre’s main Factory Theatre; including co-productions with Opera Project and New International Encounter (NIE) and one, in-house Shakespeare production. 

Artistic Director John Langs to Depart ACT Contemporary Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024


After six years of successful leadership, Artistic Director John Langs is set to depart from ACT Contemporary Theatre. Learn more about the change in leadership!

Camden People's Theatre Unveils Programming for 30th Anniversary Festival THE CAMDEN ROAR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2024


Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Camden People's Theatre with THE CAMDEN ROAR festival. See the full lineup of performances and learn how to purchase tickets.

Loveless Releases Poignant New Single 'I Love It When It Rains'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2024


Alternative rock duo Loveless has shared their new single “I Love It When It Rains” along with a music video for the song, out now via Rise Records. Inspired by those moments that feel too difficult to endure, “I Love It When It Rains” is about fighting through the storm to be there for those you love most. Alternative rock duo Loveless has shared their new single “I Love It When It Rains” along with a music video for the song. Inspired by those moments that feel too difficult to endure, “I Love It When It Rains” is about fighting through the storm to be there for those you love most. Listen to the song here!

And the Kids Vocalist Hannah Mohan to Release Debut Solo LP, 'Time Is a Walnut'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 17, 2024


After nearly a decade fronting indie-pop band And the Kids, Western Massachusetts singer and songwriter Hannah Mohan will release her first solo project. After nearly a decade fronting indie-pop band And the Kids, Western Massachusetts singer and songwriter Hannah Mohan will release her first solo project. The album also comes amid the longest stretch Mohan has spent in one place since she left home at 16 to hop freight trains and hitchhike across North America. Making music has been at the center of Mohan’s life ever since, even as other circumstances have changed—sometimes radically. Listen to a single here!

Bernadette Peters & Lea Salonga Will Lead STEPHEN SONDHEIM'S OLD FRIENDS in LA and on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Apr 8, 2024


Center Theatre Group (CTG) announced today the North American premiere of Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, starring Bernadette Peters (Gypsy, Annie Get Your Gun) and Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Here Lies Love), and directed by Sir Matthew Bourne (Swan Lake, My Fair Lady), playing at the Ahmanson Theatre from February 8—March 9, 2025. 

Interview: Theatre Life with the Creative Team of PENELOPE
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 5, 2024


Today’s subjects Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz are currently living their theatre lives as the creative team for the DC premeire of Signature Theatre’s latest piece of musical greatness Penelope. The Greek myth inspired solo performer musical runs through April 28th in Signature’s ARK space.

Active Voice Productions To Screen LOCKDOWN 2022 In Support of Arizona Theatre Matters
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024


Active Voice Productions will present its award-winning comedy, LOCKDOWN 2020, in a pay-what-you-like online screening to support Arizona Theatre Matters.

James Corden and Anna Maxwell Martin To Lead THE CONSTITUENT At The Old Vic
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2024


Tony and Olivier Award-winner James Corden and actress Anna Maxwell have signed on to lead, The Constituent, a new stage play from Olivier Award-winner Joe Penhall.

From Indian Lakes Drop New Single 'The Flow' New Album 'Head Void'
by Michael Major - Mar 13, 2024


FROM INDIAN LAKES unveil details about their new album, HEAD VOID, and releases a new single, The Flow. Get the latest updates on this exciting new music release. Head Void was recorded at Vann's newly finished home studio in California's central valley just outside Yosemite National Park, and was mastered by Will Yip.

TREESON: An Eco-Musical Will Be Performed in Concert For Earth Day at 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2024


54 Below will present the global premier concert production of TREESON: An Eco-Musical. Let's celebrate Earth Day together in an inspirational evening featuring a soaring soundtrack with Music & Lyrics by G. Victoria Campbell.

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, A DOLL'S HOUSE, and More Set For Sheffield Theatres 2024-25 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 8, 2024


Robert Hastie has announced his final season at Sheffield Theatres, as he steps down after eight years as Artistic Director. New productions will be running from summer 2024 to spring 2025 in the Crucible Theatre and Tanya Moiseiwitsch Playhouse. Learn more about the season lineup here!

Avantika, Tony Danza, Tovah Feldshuh, Tonya Pinkins and More Will Lead New Play WINDOWS
by Stephi Wild - Feb 29, 2024


 Windows, a new play written by New York Times Bestselling Author Tawni O'Dell will make its world premiere, in a strictly limited engagement March 25th - 27th at The Town Hall. Learn more about the play and find out who is starring here!

The Cell Theatre Unveils 2024-2025 Season Featuring Over 20 Resident Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2024


Nancy Manocherian's the cell theatre has revealed its 2024-25 season featuring over 20 resident artists, as well as the official Off-Broadway premiere of Matthew LaBanca's Communion.

Red Rum Club Release 'Western Approaches' Album & Share New Single 'Afternoon'
by Michael Major - Feb 23, 2024


In the case of “Afternoon,” the band – made up of Francis Doran (vocals), Tom Williams (guitar, backing vocals), Michael McDermott (guitar, backing vocals), Simon Hepworth (bass guitar), Neil Lawson (drums, percussion), and Joe Corby (trumpet) – found inspiration as the night turned to day, and back to night, while on tour far from home. 

Interview: Deborah Conway Sings SONGS FROM THE BOOK OF LIFE at Queensland Performing Arts Centre
by Jake Goodall - Feb 22, 2024


Deborah Conway's national tour has already begun at the Sydney Festival and is coming to multiple venues across the nation.

Freya Beer Releases New Track 'Write Her Off (WHO)'
by Michael Major - Feb 12, 2024


“Write Her Off (WHO)” finds Freya Beer continuing her stellar trajectory from the heart of darkness. Recorded in London with Paul Burnley at The Social and Jack O'Hea at FOLD Studios. The track also sees Freya working with long-time collaborators Dave Fidler and Ray Mitchell who undertook mixing duties at The Fuse in Manchester.

Marika Hackman Announces First North American Tour In 5 Years
by Michael Major - Jan 30, 2024


Marika Hackman announces her first North American tour in 5 years. Don't miss the chance to see her live! After a hard-fought journey back from a lengthy creative dry spell, Marika brings us Big Sigh, which she co-produced with Sam Petts-Davies [Thom Yorke, Warpaint] and long-term collaborator Charlie Andrew (Alt-J).

Multi-Instrumental Quartet Invoke To Return To Long Island In Performance Presented By Concerts By The Pond
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2024


Ambitious Multi-Instrumental Quartet Invoke makes highly anticipated return to Long Island in performance presented by Concerts by the Pond. Tickets and more information available.

Joel Perez & Ana Villafañe to Host Latiné Musical Theatre Lab and Prospect Theater Company's NEW MUSICALS MIXTAPE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024


Latiné Musical Theatre Lab and Prospect Theater Company have revealed the full line-up of artists for New Musicals Mixtape.

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