Theater

Dean Stockwell, Child Actor Turned ‘Quantum Leap’ Star, Dies at 85

The actor, who started his career alongside Frank Sinatra and Gene Kelly, later had signature roles in “Married to the Mob” and “Blue Velvet.”

Camille Saviola, ‘Deep Space Nine’ and Stage Actor, Dies at 71

She was known for her comic work in cabarets, for her performance in the musical “Nine” on Broadway and for her role in a “Star Trek” spinoff.

weekend roundup

5 Things to Do This Weekend

Our critics and writers have selected noteworthy cultural events to experience virtually and in person in New York City.

What You Remember About ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’

Listening to the album. Singing along at the show. And wearing a loincloth to play the title role. All fresh in our readers’ minds in the 50 years since.

Julianne Boyd to Retire After 27 Years at Barrington Stage

Under her leadership, the nonprofit produced “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” and other shows that made it to Broadway.

Review: ‘Tammany Hall’ Votes the Party Line

An immersive show at the SoHo Playhouse takes theatergoers back to a speakeasy in 1929, when New York was also in a mayoral race.

The ‘Jaws’ Shoot Was a Drama. Now It’s a Play.

The hit movie’s set was plagued by malfunctioning sharks and drunken feuds — perfect material for a night at the theater.

Review: Embodying Justice in ‘Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992’

Anna Deavere Smith’s one-woman play about the aftermath of the Rodney King case gets a cast of five in an updated Off Broadway revival.

Changing of the Guard at Williamstown Theater Festival

Mandy Greenfield has resigned and Jenny Gersten will be interim artistic director. The festival gave no reason for the move, but it follows complaints about working conditions.

Amid Climate Talks, an Actor’s Call to Action Unfolds Onstage

A filmed version of Fehinti Balogun’s play about his awakening to climate issues is being shown at the COP26 summit. He is among the theater artists trying to make a difference through their work.