A pair of Elizabethan plays notorious for their monstrous stereotypes get a thoughtful airing-out.

And without one, the best actors in the world can’t save you.

The New School for Drama’s “Random Acts!” showcase brings out three first-rate playwrights’ short stuff.

Our picks from a festival of new work by members of Youngblood, a company of playwrights under 30.

A trio of engaging works—two friendship dramas and one musical about a remarkable public figure—premiere at Emerging Artists Theatre’s Triple Threat festival.

Translations takes the Gaelic affection for language—and makes it the subject of a play. Can glorious words carry a whole drama?

F. Murray Abraham on playing two of the biggest Jewish stereotypes in theatrical history.

Elderly theatergoer proud.

Highlights from the Metropolitan Playhouse’s Twainathon, a fun festival of performances inspired by the great American humorist.

Big-name stars like John Mahoney and Dianne Wiest star in Classic Stage Company’s First Look Festival, which this year is devoted to Anton Chekhov.