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Dulé Hill found his character nuanced and complex in Lights Out Nat King Cole. (Photo: Marc J. Franklin)

Dulé Hill is ‘Unforgettable’ in ‘Lights Out: Nat King Cole;’ He Talks About His Journey

Iris WienerJune 17, 2025

Dulé Hill, the quintessential performer, talks about his transformative role in 'Lights Out: Nat “King” Cole in an NY Independent Q&A. ...

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Winners of six Drama Desk awards, the cast of Maybe Happy Ending. (Photo: Krystal Chocianowski & Iris Wiener)

Behind the Scenes, the 69th Drama Desk Awards: ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ Wins Six

Iris WienerJune 5, 2025

Maybe Happy Ending topped all shows with six awards at the 2025 Drama Desk Awards. Here is a behind-the-scenes look....

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Steve Rosen and David Rossmer are lending their comedy skills to the 2025 Drama Desk Aawards.

Behind the 2025 Drama Desk Awards; Comedy Team Steve Rosen and David Rossmer Will Provide the Humor

Iris WienerMay 29, 2025

Broadway comedy team Steve Rosen and David Rossmer have taken on the challenge for the second year to write for the Drama Desk Awards. ...

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Marissa Jaret Winokur, Laura Bell Bundy and Kerry Butler of 'Hairspray fame reunite for a new Off-Broadway concert. (Photo: Russ Rowland)

Marissa Jaret Winokur, ‘Hairspray’ co-stars Relive Musical’s Spirit in Off-Broadway Concert

Iris WienerDecember 3, 2024

Marissa Jaret Winokur, of 2002 Hairspray fame, has teamed up with original Hairspray co-stars Laura Bell Bundy and Kerry Butler for Mama, I’m a Big Girl Now...

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Stereophonic was the big winner at the 68th Drama Desk Awards, with victories in seven categories, including Outstanding Play.

Stereophonic Sounds Off at Drama Desk Awards With Top Prize, 6 Other Awards (Photos!)

Iris WienerJune 18, 2024

Stereophonic was the big winner at the 68th Drama Desk Awards. Complete coverage, plus photos!...

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Dan Lauria and Alley Mills star together again in Off-Broadway Play 'Mornings at Seven.' (Photo: Maria Baranova)

Wonder Years Co-Stars Dan Lauria, Alley Mills Reunite in Off-Broadway Play, ‘Mornings at Seven’

Iris WienerNovember 30, 2021

In 1988, ABC’s The Wonder Years changed the landscape of television with its original format and fresh-storytelling. ...

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Broadway, Off-Broadway Likely to Remain Dark for 30 Days… Or More

Keith GirardMarch 14, 2020

Broadway’s bright lights are likely to remain dark for at least 30 days and possibly longer as New York City and the nation grapples with the coronavirus outbreak....

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Teller’s Play Dead In Final Five Weeks Off-Broadway

Keith GirardJune 15, 2011

Play Dead the Off-Broadway comic thriller co-written and directed by Teller, of Penn & Teller fame, and co-written and performed by Todd Robbins, will close its current run in New York City on Sunday, July 24 at 7pm....

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