Premiere Stages at Kean University

Premiere Stages is committed to serving the cultural needs of northern and central New Jersey through the development and production of high-quality Equity theatre premieres, professional development and educational initiatives for the local and campus communities, and the support and cultivation of emerging playwrights and theatre artists.

As a professional theatre company in residence at Kean University, Premiere Stages actively engages and enhances the specialized training programs at Kean...

Premiere Stages is committed to serving the cultural needs of northern and central New Jersey through the development and production of high-quality Equity theatre premieres, professional development and educational initiatives for the local and campus communities, and the support and cultivation of emerging playwrights and theatre artists.

As a professional theatre company in residence at Kean University, Premiere Stages actively engages and enhances the specialized training programs at Kean, while embracing and serving a culturally diverse audience, underserved local youth, and a broad pool of gifted regionally-based artists.

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  • Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize Strange Men as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. Strange Men rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed by play's strong use of subtext, and the exploration of the rich inner lives of men in a well-drawn world. Our congratulations and thanks to Will.

    Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize Strange Men as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. Strange Men rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed by play's strong use of subtext, and the exploration of the rich inner lives of men in a well-drawn world. Our congratulations and thanks to Will.

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    Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize The Black Madonna as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. The play rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel commended the vivid use of folklore, legend, and omens, which showcased the rich landscape and characters in Cahuita. Our congratulations and thanks to Steve.

    Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize The Black Madonna as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. The play rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel commended the vivid use of folklore, legend, and omens, which showcased the rich landscape and characters in Cahuita. Our congratulations and thanks to Steve.

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    Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize The Myth of the Two Marcos as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. The play rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed by the exploration of how friendship, circumstances, and choices can shape one’s life. Our congratulations and thanks to Tony.

    Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize The Myth of the Two Marcos as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. The play rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed by the exploration of how friendship, circumstances, and choices can shape one’s life. Our congratulations and thanks to Tony.

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    Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize Suicide Cowboys as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. Suicide Cowboys rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel of theatre professionals to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed by the play’s raw, unflinching exploration of suicide and choice. Our congratulations and thanks to Greg.

    Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize Suicide Cowboys as a Semi-Finalist for the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. Suicide Cowboys rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel of theatre professionals to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was impressed by the play’s raw, unflinching exploration of suicide and choice. Our congratulations and thanks to Greg.

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    Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize (unrepeatable!) as a Semi-Finalist in the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. (unrepeatable!) rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel of professionals to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was particularly impressed by the play's nuanced conflicts and authentic character relationships. Our congratulations and thanks to kc.

    Premiere Stages, the professional Equity theatre company in residence at Kean University, is pleased to recognize (unrepeatable!) as a Semi-Finalist in the 2025 Premiere Play Festival. (unrepeatable!) rose through a competitive process conducted by Premiere staff and an external panel of professionals to become distinguished among 805 submissions. The panel was particularly impressed by the play's nuanced conflicts and authentic character relationships. Our congratulations and thanks to kc.

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