Two-time Tony Award-winning legends Patti LuPone and Christine Ebersole join forces to portray the trailblazing cosmetic icons who built empires in a business world ruled by men.

From the creators of Grey Gardens and the director of Rent and Next to Normal, WAR PAINT tells the remarkable story of Helena Rubinstein and Elizabeth Arden—fierce rivals who defined 20th Century beauty. In creating an industry, they reinvented themselves and revolutionized how the world saw women.

The dining scene of New York’s Theater District is quickly becoming one of the best of the city, and few people know it better than the actors who call the neighborhood their second home. In this installment of thEATer, we chatted with Angel Reda, who is currently in War Paint on Broadway. With several Broadway shows under her belt, Reda is no stranger to the eateries of the neighborhood. Check out her go-to places below: Post Show Hangout? Post show hangouts almost always include Gleasons Tavern.  They have a chill, neighborhood vibe and are steps away from the stage door.  They make a mean BLAT. Pre-Rehearsal Breakfast? Haha!  I’m all in for an egg and cheese sandwich with avocado almost every day of the week no matter what kind of rehearsal I’m looking at.  I make a mean Sammy but I’m also the girl that will take down a salad right at half hour. Caffeine Fix? I’ve limited my caffeine fix to one big cup of coffee in the a.m.  I buy chocolate and hazelnut beans, mix them together, grind them every morning and then make a seriously good cup of coffee.  The porter in my building has actually knocked on my door wondering what the amazing smell was coming out of our apartment and then …Read more