Mary Callanan has been honored as the 2025 Broadway inductee into The New England Music Hall of Fame, recognizing her extensive contributions to theater, including notable performances on Broadway and national tours.

The Boston Theater Marathon, taking place on May 4, 2025, will support the Theatre Community Benevolent Fund, which provides financial assistance to artists in need.

This year’s marathon will feature 50 ten-minute plays by New England playwrights, presented by various theater companies, structured into five blocks of ten plays each, allowing for flexible ticket purchases.

Dawn M. Simmons has been appointed as the new artistic director of SpeakEasy Stage Company, effective July 1, 2025, following a comprehensive nationwide search.

Simmons is a respected theater professional with a rich background in directing, producing, and education, having co-founded several theater initiatives.

The Nortons, set for June 2, 2025, will celebrate the achievements of theater professionals with over 140 nominations across various categories.

Kathy St. George, a seasoned performer known for her Broadway debut in 'Fiddler on the Roof,' has been awarded the 2025 Elliot Norton Prize for Sustained Excellence by the Boston Theater Critics Association.

Callanan continues to engage audiences as a cabaret artist, creating virtual performances during the pandemic and performing in various notable productions.

She is also set to appear in 'Always Patsy Cline' at Theater-By-The-Sea in Wakefield, Rhode Island, starting May 28, 2025.

The Boston Theater Marathon serves as a vital platform for New England artists and audiences, showcasing the creativity achievable within a short script format.

The event's structure allows audience members to purchase tickets for specific blocks or opt for an All-Day Pass, enhancing accessibility to the diverse range of performances.

In addition to her role at SpeakEasy, Simmons will hold the Monan Professorship in Theatre Arts at Boston College during the 2024/25 academic year, further contributing to the educational landscape.