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Performed in rotation with “New Born” is Tom Noonan’s “What Happened Was . . . ,” a 1992 two-hander, also directed by Mr. Rickson, about a nervous date night.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Performed for the first time abroad, it is a frenzied work choreographed by Italian duo Riva & Repele which brings virtually the entire 40-strong ensemble onto stage, dressed in red.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

Performed by the fictional band Huntr/x, it picked up best song for visual media as the awards ceremony got underway in Los Angeles.

From BBC • Feb. 1, 2026

Performed in Japanese, with many of the original cast members along for its British premiere, the production has size, sweep and opulence to spare.

From New York Times • May 9, 2024

Performed the pleasant task of signing pay roll, expect a month's soon.

From An Artilleryman's Diary by Jones, Jenkins Lloyd