Riverspace Celebrates Director Mike Nichols On 3/6

Riverspace will roll out the red carpet and welcome celebrated director Mike Nichols on Friday, March 6 at 8:00 p.m. This rare appearance brings Mr. Nichols together with Riverspace Co-artistic Director Elliott Forrest for a fundraiser as part of the Conversation Series.

One of the few distinguished artists to have won every major American award - an Oscar, Grammy, Emmy and Tony Award - Mike Nichols is a television, stage and film director, writer and producer. His career began as part of the incredibly influential "Nichols and May" comedy team, with partner Elaine May. His illustrious film career began when he directed Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?. That was followed by the iconic film The Graduate for which he won an Oscar for Best Director. Some of Mr. Nichols' other film credits include Carnal Knowledge. Catch-22, Charlie Wilson's War, The Odd Couple and Silkwood; television credits include Angels in America and Wit and Broadway shows include Barefoot in the Park, Hurlyburly, Spamalot and The Gin Game.

"Riverspace is delighted to have the support of Mike Nichols as we launch our spring fundraising campaign," said Debbie Reich, Riverspace Board Chair.

Nichols joins the ranks of distinguished actors, playwrights and comedians such as Edward Albee, Alec Baldwin, Lewis Black, Ellen Burstyn, Bill Irwin, Meryl Streep and Kathleen Turner who have graciously donated their talent and time as part of the intimate Riverspace Conversation Series.

Tickets: $125 includes premium seating and post-show party; $65; $35. For ticket information go to riverspace.org or call 845-348-1880

Riverspace is a not-for-profit arts organization offering innovative programming in theater, dance, music, film and education.