It can be a challenge to make an episode of Why We Theater in time for you to see every show while it’s running. So here are some recommendations for currently running Broadway and Off-Broadway shows that speak to Why We Theater and some incoming productions to keep an eye on.

From Saturday Night Live’s Cecily Strong at The Shed to The Tonight Show’s Tariq Trotter and his new Off-Broadway musical, these are recommendations you’ll want to hear and tickets you’ll want to book.

Nervous about going to the theatre? Learn about their safety protocols in this article from Ruthie.

The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe

Now Off-Broadway at The Shed through Feb 6

Assassins

Now Off-Broadway at Classic Stage Company through January 29

David Byrne’s American Utopia

Now on Broadway - on sale through April 3

Prayer for the French Republic

Now Off-Broadway - on sale through February 27

Skeleton Crew

Now on Broadway - on sale through February 20

Black No More

Coming to Signature Theatre Company Off-Broadway January 18

Confederates

Coming to Signature Theatre Company Off-Broadway February 22

English

Coming to Atlantic Theatre Company Off-Broadway February 4

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