A 2025 10 Best List

Joseph Monseur. (Photo credit: Niko Stycos)

Two new dramas by an unheralded New York playwright, a Clifford Odets revival, and a Beckett triple bill were among the outstanding productions this year.

Hirschfeld’s Sondheim

Stephen Sondheim. (Artwork credit: Al Hirschfeld)

A new poster book’s publication of Al Hirschfeld’s iconic drawings of Stephen Sondheim’s historic Broadway musicals was celebrated at the legendary hotel.

A 2024 10 Best List

Tyler Fewin as The Monster in "Frankenstein." (Photo credit: Joe Sinnott)

An adaptation of a horror novel, a majestic performance by Len Cariou and a powerful play in Spanish, were highlights of the New York stage this year.

A 2022 10 Best List

Reginald L. Wilson in “Sugar Ray.” (Photo credit: Jonathan Slaff)

Brooks Atkinson’s spirit looms over this roundup; eight Off-Off-Broadway shows are cited. Neil Simon, Tennessee Williams and Eric Bogosian are included.