From a very early age, Amber Romina Cassell always knew that she did not want to be a writer. While attending film school at the University of Southern California, however, she volunteered as a critic for the school newspaper in order to see all the plays and screenings around town and the rest, as they say, is history. A devoted lover of musical theater, Amber has had the immense pleasure of covering some of Los Angeles' most prominent theatrical events and has conducted in-depth interviews with some of Broadway's greatest talents and strives everyday to help promote and encourage the LA theater scene.![Vs. Theatre Company presents the Los Angeles premiere of Neil Labute's The Mercy Seat at [Inside] the Ford](https://cloudimages.broadwayworld.com/columnpic3/2002129774clowns2.jpg)
Vs. Theatre Company presents the Los Angeles premiere of Neil Labute's The Mercy Seat at [Inside] the Ford
February 25, 2011
February 25, 2011
What if you were suddenly faced with the now-or-never chance to leave your spouse for your lover, no messy strings attached? Would you take it? Michelle Clunie (Queer as Folk) and Vs. Theatre Company artistic director Johnny Clark star in the Los Angeles premiere of The Mercy Seat, Neil LaBute's caustically funny examination of opportunism in the wake of tragedy. Ron Klier directs a six-week run, opening March 19 at [Inside] the Ford. Pay-what-you-can previews take place on March 17 and 18.
Deaf West Theatre's THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO Opens 2/25
February 24, 2011
February 24, 2011
Kicking off its 20th Anniversary, Deaf West Theatre puts its own, unique spin on the classic story of a mischievous puppet who wishes to become a real, live boy. Using a mix of deaf and hearing actors, Stephen Rothman directs The Adventures of Pinocchio, a commedia dell arte adaptation of Carlo Collodi's 1883 novel by Lee Hall that brims with clever political subtext and sly social commentary. Deaf West's retelling of Pinocchio's treacherous journey through childhood opens February 25 at Deaf West Theatre in North Hollywood's NoHo Arts District, with two low-priced previews on February 17 and 18. (The Adventures of Pinocchio is rated 'PG' for mild language and dark themes - recommended for ages 10 and up.)
Deaf West Theatre puts a unique spin on the children's classic THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO
February 20, 2011
February 20, 2011
Kicking off its 20th Anniversary, Deaf West Theatre puts its own, unique spin on the classic story of a mischievous puppet who wishes to become a real, live boy. Using a mix of deaf and hearing actors, Stephen Rothman directs The Adventures of Pinocchio, a commedia dell arte adaptation of Carlo Collodi's 1883 novel by Lee Hall that brims with clever political subtext and sly social commentary. Deaf West's retelling of Pinocchio's treacherous journey through childhood opens February 25 at Deaf West Theatre in North Hollywood's NoHo Arts District, with two low-priced previews on February 17 and 18. (The Adventures of Pinocchio is rated 'PG' for mild language and dark themes - recommended for ages 10 and up.)
Alan Blumenfeld joins the cast of A HOUSE NOT MEANT TO STAND at Fountain Theatre
February 20, 2011
February 20, 2011
The Ovation award-winning Fountain Theatre ("Best Season, 2010") celebrates the centennial of Tennessee Williams' birth (March 26, 1911) with the West Coast premiere of his final play, by special permission of the Williams Estate. Simon Levy, just announced as the recipient of the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle's 2010 Milton Katselas Award for special achievement in directing, directs A House Not Meant to Stand, opening February 26 at The Fountain Theatre. Low-priced previews begin February 19.
Deaf West Theatre Opens THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO 2/25
February 19, 2011
February 19, 2011
Kicking off its 20th Anniversary, Deaf West Theatre puts its own, unique spin on the classic story of a mischievous puppet who wishes to become a real, live boy. Using a mix of deaf and hearing actors, Stephen Rothman directs The Adventures of Pinocchio, a commedia dell arte adaptation of Carlo Collodi's 1883 novel by Lee Hall that brims with clever political subtext and sly social commentary. Deaf West's retelling of Pinocchio's treacherous journey through childhood opens February 25 at Deaf West Theatre in North Hollywood's NoHo Arts District, with two low-priced previews on February 17 and 18. (The Adventures of Pinocchio is rated 'PG' for mild language and dark themes - recommended for ages 10 and up.)
Deaf West Theatre Puts a Unique Spin on THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO Beginning 2/18
February 18, 2011
February 18, 2011
Kicking off its 20th Anniversary, Deaf West Theatre puts its own, unique spin on the classic story of a mischievous puppet who wishes to become a real, live boy. Using a mix of deaf and hearing actors, Stephen Rothman directs The Adventures of Pinocchio, a commedia dell arte adaptation of Carlo Collodi's 1883 novel by Lee Hall that brims with clever political subtext and sly social commentary. Deaf West's retelling of Pinocchio's treacherous journey through childhood opens February 25 at Deaf West Theatre in North Hollywood's NoHo Arts District, with two low-priced previews on February 17 and 18. (The Adventures of Pinocchio is rated 'PG' for mild language and dark themes - recommended for ages 10 and up.)
Jenna Leigh Green, Arielle Jacobs & Kate Reinders star in Baz Lurhmann concert series
February 12, 2011
February 12, 2011
Show at Barre invites you to experience the soundtrack of a modern motion picture master. FOR THE RECORD: BAZ LUHRMANN celebrates the music from The Red Curtain Trilogy- Luhrmann's homage to the major theatrical conventions of Dance, Poetry and Song -STRICTLY BALLROOM, ROMEO + JULIET and MOULIN ROUGE. Playlist includes hit songs such as Lovefool, Kissing You, When Doves Cry, Love Is In The Air, Time After Time, Come What May, Your Song, Roxanne, Children Of The Revolution, Rhythm Of The Night and many more. Jenna Leigh Green, Arielle Jacobs, & Kate Reinders star.
Casting announced of U.S. premiere of Israela Margalit's TRIO
February 10, 2011
February 10, 2011
Music, passion, madness, and one woman's fight for her right to a career. The intense relationships between Robert Schumann, his wife Clara Schumann and the young Johannes Brahms come to theatrical life in a new romantic drama by playwright and renowned concert pianist, Israela Margalit. The U.S. premiere of Trio, directed by Rick Sparks and featuring Peter Colburn, Bjorn Johnson, Meghan Maureen McDonough, Brian Normoyle and Jeremy Shranko, opens for a five-week run on March 12 at the Lounge 2 Theatre in Hollywood.
Deaf West Theatre puts a unique spin on the children's classic THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO
February 9, 2011
February 9, 2011
Kicking off its 20th Anniversary, Deaf West Theatre puts its own, unique spin on the classic story of a mischievous puppet who wishes to become a real, live boy. Using a mix of deaf and hearing actors, Stephen Rothman directs The Adventures of Pinocchio, a commedia dell arte adaptation of Carlo Collodi's 1883 novel by Lee Hall that brims with clever political subtext and sly social commentary. Deaf West's retelling of Pinocchio's treacherous journey through childhood opens February 25 at Deaf West Theatre in North Hollywood's NoHo Arts District, with two low-priced previews on February 17 and 18. (The Adventures of Pinocchio is rated 'PG' for mild language and dark themes - recommended for ages 10 and up.)
Alan Blumenfeld joins the cast of A HOUSE NOT MEANT TO STAND at Fountain Theatre
February 9, 2011
February 9, 2011
The Ovation award-winning Fountain Theatre ("Best Season, 2010") celebrates the centennial of Tennessee Williams' birth (March 26, 1911) with the West Coast premiere of his final play, by special permission of the Williams Estate. Simon Levy, just announced as the recipient of the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle's 2010 Milton Katselas Award for special achievement in directing, directs A House Not Meant to Stand, opening February 26 at The Fountain Theatre. Low-priced previews begin February 19.
Jenna Leigh Green, Arielle Jacobs & Kate Reinders star in Baz Lurhmann concert series
February 5, 2011
February 5, 2011
Show at Barre invites you to experience the soundtrack of a modern motion picture master. FOR THE RECORD: BAZ LUHRMANN celebrates the music from The Red Curtain Trilogy- Luhrmann's homage to the major theatrical conventions of Dance, Poetry and Song -STRICTLY BALLROOM, ROMEO + JULIET and MOULIN ROUGE. Playlist includes hit songs such as Lovefool, Kissing You, When Doves Cry, Love Is In The Air, Time After Time, Come What May, Your Song, Roxanne, Children Of The Revolution, Rhythm Of The Night and many more. Jenna Leigh Green, Arielle Jacobs, & Kate Reinders star.
Adam Pascal, Fred Willard, & Tim Bagley guest star on THE CHRISTOPHER SHOW Feb. 2nd
February 2, 2011
February 2, 2011
Show at Barre is proud to host yet another all-star lineup of Broadway, film, and TV stars for February 2nd's edition of The Christopher Show. The Christopher Show is a live, comedic American talk show that interviews established Hollywood as well as new Hollywood and the Broadway community. Funny man and Broadway star Christopher Youngsman (Grease) hosts. This week in the interview chair will be rocker and Tony nominee Adam Pascal (RENT), and comedy masters Fred Willard (A Mighty Wind) & Tim Bagley (Will & Grace, Ovation-winning play Four Places). The show, which recurs Wednesday evenings at the beginning of each month at Barre, VT, will be live on February 2nd at 8pm.
Photo Coverage: Show at Barre's SINCERELY, JOHN HUGHES, starring Barrett Foa
January 29, 2011
January 29, 2011
here are only two chances left to catch the latest installment of Show at Barre's sell-out For the Record series: Sincerely, John Hughes. Recapture your favorite 80's movie moments with Bender, Ducky, The Griswolds, and more as Show at Barre pays tribute to the remarkable films and soundtracks of film director icon John Hughes in this one-of-a-kind live concert experience. Barrett Foa, star of the hit TV series NCIS: Los Angeles and American Idol contestants Von Smith and Jackie Tohn lead the exceptional lineup of performers. The show, which runs Friday and Saturday evening at Los Angeles' Barre, VT, will play its final performance on January 29th.
OWN Network & YouTube Star Ryan O'Connor performs one-man show RYAN O'CONNOR EATS HIS FEELINGS in LA Jan. 20
January 20, 2011
January 20, 2011
OWN - The Oprah Winfrey Network - star and YouTube celebrity Ryan O'Connor performs his one-man show. It is a dynamic, hilarious and oddly touching musical journey through his experiences as a compulsive overeater. Featuring songs by Ani DiFranco, Katie Thompson, Scott Alan, and more, it is a one-of-a-kind, out-of-the-ordinary, honest, self-effacing, non-traditional cabaret and a guaranteed crowd pleaser!
