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This new theater reimagining of ‘Into the Woods’ takes place in deep forest under the stars—all without leaving NYC

This new theater reimagining of ‘Into the Woods’ takes place in deep forest under the stars—all without leaving NYC

If you’ve ever wanted to venture literally into the woods with Sondheim, now’s your chance—no teleportation or upstate trek required.

Immersive INTO THE WOODS Comes to Staten Island

Immersive INTO THE WOODS Comes to Staten Island

“The woods are just trees, the trees are just wood.” Director Miles Sternfeld, as part of his newly-founded Sternfeld Studio, will invite audiences to an immersive site-specific Into the Woods staged under the stars.

Photos of Immersive INTO THE WOODS at Camp Pouch

Photos of Immersive INTO THE WOODS at Camp Pouch

Sternfeld Studio’s immersive production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Into the Woods has added two additional performances on October 20 and 22 at Camp Pouch on Staten Island. Check out photos of the production.

Directing Student Miles Sternfeld’s Revivals Conjure Bold Surprises

Directing Student Miles Sternfeld’s Revivals Conjure Bold Surprises

Directing student Miles Sternfeld has always craved bringing an unexpected moment to a musical from the canon. Now he has helped execute the biggest surprise on Broadway.

Jason Gotay, Shereen Pimentel, Michael James Scott, More Offer Songs for a New World August 26

Jason Gotay, Shereen Pimentel, Michael James Scott, More Offer Songs for a New World August 26

New City Music Theatre's production of Jason Robert Brown's Songs for a New World is presented August 26 at 7:30 PM at Radial Park at Halletts Point.

Alice Ripley, Tony Yazbeck, Betsy Wolfe & More to Lead Into the Woods Concert at Town Hall

Alice Ripley, Tony Yazbeck, Betsy Wolfe & More to Lead Into the Woods Concert at Town Hall

A talent-packed company of stars have signed on to sing from Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Tony-winning musical Into the Woods for a one-night summer benefit directed by Miles Sternfeld.

Review: Broken Thread by D-Davis

Review: Broken Thread by D-Davis

Miles Sternfeld’s direction feels effortless, but you know each twist and turn is carefully choreographed. Broken Thread is one of those beautiful productions that gives the illusion of simplicity.

A Remarkable, Chamber Version of ‘Jane Eyre’ From Cleveland Musical Theatre is Playing Now

A Remarkable, Chamber Version of ‘Jane Eyre’ From Cleveland Musical Theatre is Playing Now

The goal of the producers is to craft a show that is a manageable size, a chamber version that could more easily be attempted by small to medium-sized theater companies. That goal would appear to have been attained, since the play is a fast-moving affair thanks to the lean and inventive direction by Miles Sternfeld.

CMT’s revisited ‘Jane Eyre’ a dark, delicate and disarming musical

CMT’s revisited ‘Jane Eyre’ a dark, delicate and disarming musical

Eight stage adaptations of the much-beloved “Jane Eyre” appeared in England and America between 1848 and 1882. There have been many others since but it is hard to imagine any better than the one currently being staged by Cleveland Musical Theatre.

Interview: Bold Beginnings Podcast: Old Stories, Bold Visions

Interview: Bold Beginnings Podcast: Old Stories, Bold Visions

Miles Sternfeld is a New York City-based director, originally from Cleveland, known for reinventing classic works through bold, contemporary lenses to reveal deeper cultural truths.

© 2025 by miles sternfeld.

portrait headshots by stephen k mack

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