Boston Playwrights' Theatre

05/20/2026

In addition to her myriad contributions to the Boston theater landscape, Janet Bailey was a longtime faculty member in Boston University’s Arts Administration master’s program. We are so saddened to learn this news.

It is with profound sadness that Commonwealth Shakespeare Company acknowledges the passing of Janet Bailey, a long-time friend, donor, and advisor to CSC, whose impact in Arts Administration is felt by so many in our industry.

We honor her extraordinary legacy—one of creativity, courage, mentorship, and a transformative belief in the power of the Arts.

ID: a black and white photo of Janet with "Remembering Janet Bailey" in text.

05/14/2026

A look at just some of the magic that was Boston Theater Marathon XXVIII, through the lens of photographer Alex Melagrano! BUarts NEthtr

05/07/2026

Actors—don’t miss out on the chance to be part of our exciting 2026-27 season, featuring plays by Boston University’s MFA Playwriting Class of 2027! BPT will hold Equity Principal Auditions on Monday, 5/18, and Wednesday, 5/20. To learn more, link in bio or https://tinyurl.com/ms3ndtat

05/05/2026

It takes, literally, hundreds of collaborators—onstage, backstage, in the booth, at the front of house, in the audience, and more(!)—to bring 50 plays to life at the Boston Theater Marathon! A huge THANK YOU to everyone who contributed to making Sunday’s BTM XXVIII amazing. See you next year!

05/05/2026

Thank you for being Boston theatre’s biggest fan, Larry.

Sad to pass on the news that Larry Stark, longtime Boston theater critic and champion of Fringe Theater, passed peacefully on Friday, May 1. He was 93. We will post his obituary when it runs this week. His close friend Lee VanderLann says he is planning a memorial service and we will post when we get the information.

From the Theater Mirror:

Once dubbed the “Dean of alternative theater critics,” Larry Stark began reviewing professional theater in 1966 as a writer for Boston After Dark. In 1994, he launched Theater Mirror, one of the country’s first online review websites. In 1997, Larry co-founded the Independent Reviewers of New England (IRNE), a collection of volunteer theater reviewers devoted to recognizing actors, directors, choreographers, and designers for excellence in their craft through the annual IRNE Awards. The 14-member organization played a vital role in Boston’s theater community for 23 years, especially in reviewing the lesser-known fringe companies.

05/02/2026

Tomorrow’s (5/3) 6PM Block opens with the 10-minute musical LE CHEF! by Nancy Flynn-Barvick and Kate Barvick, produced by ! Check out the Voices of BTM XXVIII Q&A with both writers—swipe to read more!

Details and tickets >>> Link in bio or https://tinyurl.com/vf4za3yu

05/01/2026

BPT’s 2026–27 season marks the return of our popular rep format, with fall and spring festivals featuring Boston University’s MFA Playwriting Class of 2027!

Our Fall Rep features WHITE PHOENIX by Yide Cai and JESSICA OF VENICE by Rachel Beth Greene. In February, our Spring Rep continues with ROSWELL by Gabrielle Franklin and PARALLEL PLAY by Fintan Bracken. These “mini-reps” offer a unique opportunity to experience new voices as these writers step into their professional careers. Each rep will also include post-show events designed to deepen engagement with the artists and their work.

Learn more about this exciting lineup via the link in our bio and here >>> https://tinyurl.com/29ztsvf7

[Actors: Save the date for our EPAs: May 18 and 20! Audition details at the link in our bio and on our website under “Work With Us.”]