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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

The Heidi Chronicles is the story of best friends Heidi and Susan who worked to overcome societys gender norms and opens on Friday at 8 p.m by NYU CAS Theater.

“The Heidi Chronicles” Gears Up For Weekend Showcase Amid Buzz

Leigh Anderson, Contributing Writer Apr 8, 2016
This weekend NYU CAST will open their production of "The Heidi Chronicles," a play about two women overcoming societal gender norms.
Hank Azaria, Claire Danes, and John Krasinski in the play, Dry Powder, currently on show at The Public Theater.

Though Star-Studded, ‘Dry Powder’ Barely Ignites

Emma Gold, Contributing Writer Apr 6, 2016
“Dry Power” is a compelling play about a private equity firm running at the Public Theater until May 1, starring John Krasinski, Claire Danes and Hank Azaria.
Lucas Hnath’s “Red Speedo” is currently playing at the New York Theater Workshop.

Swimming in Scandal and a ‘Red Speedo’

Nikolas Reda-Castelao, Staff Writer Mar 28, 2016

A 25-meter long, chlorine-scented pool dominates the stage of the New York Theater Workshop, currently staging Lucas Hnath’s “Red Speedo.” It is the tantamount center of...

Sam Shepard’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play, “Buried Child” returns 20 years after its last New York production.

1978 Play Disrupts Nuclear Family

Hailey Nuthals, Highlighter Editor Mar 21, 2016
A new production of "Buried Child" stars Ed Harris and Amy Madigan as parents whose traditional family breaks apart.
Thomas E. Sullivan, Jake Epstein and Jenna Gavigan star in STRAIGHT,  a new off-Broadway play at Acorn Theatre.

‘Straight’ Explores a Modern Gay Identity

Grace Rogers, Contributing Writer Mar 9, 2016
"STRAIGHT" at the Acorn Theatre explores sexuality through a love triangle.
The NYU Shop Theater is putting on a production of the Laramie Project from March 4-11.

Tisch Students Bring “The Laramie Project” Into 2016

Joseph Myers, Theater & Books Editor Mar 8, 2016
NYU Shop Theater is currently putting on a production of the 2000 play "The Laramie Project".
Mark Rylance and Bob Davis perform in the American Repertory Theaters new production of Nice Fish.

‘Nice Fish’ Questions the Meaning of Life Through Ice Fishing

Joseph Myers, Theater & Books Editor Mar 2, 2016
"Nice Fish" starring recent Academy Award winner Mark Rylance and Louis Jenkins, is a play about the existential ponderings of fishermen.
The Woodsman tells the story of where the Tin Man from the Wizard of Oz came from through the use of puppets.

Play Explores Tin Man’s Backstory

Emma Gold, Contributing Writer Feb 22, 2016
"The Woodsman" imagines the origin story of The Tin Man from "The Wizard of Oz", with puppets.
Every Friday and Saturday at 85 E 4th St, a group of talented individuals in Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind take the stage in an attempt to perform 30 plays in 60 minutes.

Strap in for 30 Plays in 60 Minutes

Paris Martineau, Contributing Writer Feb 17, 2016
"Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind" is a ever-changing showcase of 30 plays in 60 minutes.
Company XIV is back again, this time, exoticizing the classic fairytale of Snow White and the Seven Dwarves.

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, Who’s the Most Burlesque of Them All?

Laura Casado, Staff Writer Feb 10, 2016
Company XIV makes the classic character erotic in their new version.
Featuring a cast of teenagers, “Slut” is a new play which explores complex yet realistic themes and incidents which occur in a 21st century high school.

‘SLUT’ Horrifyingly Mirrors Reality

Willa Tellekson-Flash, Contributing Writer Feb 8, 2016
"SLUT" The Play gives a vulgar and important message about sexuality.
 The three plays that make up “Sex as Performance” confront tough topics like sexual assault.

Performance becomes therapy

Dhriti Tandon, Staff Writer Feb 12, 2015
From Feb. 5-8, a collection of three one-act plays called "Sex as Performance" played at Pless Hall. By combining drama therapy, the event explored the implications of rape and sex in society.

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