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CATS: 'THE JELLICLE BALL' CHOREOGRAPHED BY ARTURO LYONS AND OMARI WILES. INSPIRED BY THE MUSICAL BY ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER. PERELMAN PAC. THROUGH JULY 28. WHATEVER ONE MAY THINK about Andrew [...]

UNCLE VANYA BY ANTON CHEKHOV. TRANSLATED BY HEIDI SCHRECK. DIRECTED BY LILA NEUGEBAUER. VIVIAN BEAUMONT THEATER. THROUGH JUNE 16. For a middle-aged estate manager with a drinking problem, a crush [...]

AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE BY HENRIK IBSEN. ADAPTED BY AMY HERZOG. DIRECTED BY SAM GOLD. CIRCLE IN THE SQUARE. THROUGH JUNE 16. * MIDWAY THROUGH THE new version of [...]

Tell your friends you saw these four plays first-before the upcoming flurry of shows buries them. The Who's Tommy, Nederlander Theatre See him, feel him, touch him, heal him! The [...]

The Ally is a play by Itamar Moses that explores the complexities of alliances and the limits of activism. The story follows Asaf Sternheim, a well-meaning adjunct professor at an elite university, as he grapples with his own identity and beliefs. The play delves into topics such as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, anti-Blackness, and the relationship between universities and the communities they consume. Through thought-provoking discussions and honest questions, the play challenges audiences to confront their own perspectives and consider the importance of listening and speaking to one another. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the Broadway premiere of Adam Guettel's musical adaptation of the 1962 film "Days of Wine and Roses." The show, starring Kelli O'Hara and Brian d'Arcy James, tells the story of a couple's descent into alcoholism. While O'Hara and James deliver exceptional performances, the article criticizes the material for feeling constrained and didactic. The staging is also described as lacking in intensity and failing to fully embrace the voluptuousness of Guettel's songs. Despite these criticisms, the article acknowledges the personal significance of the show for the creators and the potential impact it may have on audience members struggling with addiction. [Extracted from the article]

"Prayer for the French Republic" is a multigenerational family epic play by Joshua Harmon that explores the theme of rising antisemitism in France. The play follows the Benhamou family, a French Jewish family considering moving to Israel to escape the increasing hostility they face in their home country. The play is filled with sharp humor and intense monologues, but some critics find it self-conscious and showy in its engagement with difficult questions. The play also incorporates scenes from the past, focusing on the Salomon family and their experiences during World War II. Overall, "Prayer for the French Republic" raises important questions about survival, assimilation, and the meaning of honor. [Extracted from the article]

This article provides a list of cultural events and recommendations for the period of April 22 to May 5, 2024 in New York. The recommendations include listening to Dua Lipa's new album, watching the TV show "The Veil," attending a performance of Bach's B-minor Mass, listening to the podcast "Life of the Record," seeing an art exhibition by Roz Chast, watching the TV show "Hacks," listening to Charley Crockett's new album, attending a theater production called "Three Houses," watching the film "GIFT," reading the book "Mean Boys," and seeing the performance art piece "Kinetic Grace" at the Guggenheim Museum. [Extracted from the article]

The article provides a comprehensive list of cultural events and entertainment options happening in New York from June 19 to July 3. It includes TV shows, music albums, theater performances, movies, art exhibitions, books, podcasts, and more. The recommendations and brief descriptions allow library patrons to quickly decide which topics they may be interested in exploring further. Some highlights include the premiere of the spinoff TV show "Orphan Black: Echoes," the thriller novel "Tell Me Who You Are" by Louisa Luna, summer recitals by the Metropolitan Opera in Brooklyn Bridge Park, the first 2024 presidential debate on CNN, Pride Night hosted by the New York Mets, LadyLand Festival featuring RuPaul's Drag Race stars, and various art exhibitions and theater performances. Additionally, the first volume of Tony DeTerlizzi's fantasy series "WondLa" is being adapted into a TV show on Apple TV+. [Extracted from the article]

The CULTURE PAGESTo DOTHEATER6. See Hamlet Cake or (lots of) death?Greenwich House Theater, through March 10.Taking on Great Expectations wasn't enough for the inexhaustible Eddie Izzard, who visited NYC a little over a year ago with her solo-show version. Now, she's back with the same team--her brother Mark Izzard adapting and Selina Cadell directing--to play 23 characters in a little play called Hamlet. What a piece of work, indeed!By SARA HOLDREN [Extracted from the article]

The CULTURE PAGETo DoTHEATER2. See William Shakespeare's As You Like It, a Radical Retelling by Cliff CardinalStrange capers.Skirball Center for the Performing Arts, January 12 and 13.The Public Theater's beloved experimental-theater fest Under the Radar returns with 17 exciting shows. This one is a wily, funny, sui generis take on Shakespeare's forest comedy--focused on relationships between Indigenous communities and colonial settlers--by Cree and Lakota theater-maker Cliff Cardinal.By SARA HOLDREN [Extracted from the article]

This article provides a brief overview of upcoming theater productions in New York. The productions mentioned include a solo adaptation of Hamlet, a theatrical adaptation of Sufjan Stevens's album Illinois, a performance of An Enemy of the People, a musical about painter Tamara de Lempicka, and a staging of Cabaret. The article highlights the notable actors and directors involved in each production. [Extracted from the article]