Bertolt Brecht News

La scène est en Judée, en 26 de notre ère, dans la citadelle de Machaerous. Du haut de ses remparts s'ouvre une perspective imprenable sur la Mer Morte. En se penchant, Hérode le Tétrarque peut en voir miroiter les eaux, et scintiller peut-être les piques et les éperons des troupes que les nomades ont levées contre lui. Décidément, depuis qu'il a dévasté les dernières forêts du pays pour bâtir sa place forte, la vue est on ne peut plus dégagée. Le Tétrarque sait-il déjà qu'il va recevoir de la visite - celle d'une fille un peu trop belle, celle d'un homme un peu trop puissant?? Pris entre le désir que l'une suscite et la crainte que l'autre provoque, ce pauvre Hérode risque de perdre la tête - enfin, si l'on ose dire.

Upcoming MTI Shows - 4/03 for Tokyo

PURE Theatre in a Co-production with Nomad Theatre of NYC is proud to announce the World Premier of The Fool's Lear by Randy Neale.

The American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) Program presents William Shakespeare's beloved comedy As You Like It, directed by A.C.T. Associate Artistic Director Mark Rucker.

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater will produce the first in-the-round staging of Ruined, the 2009 Pulitzer Prize winner for drama by Arena Stage Project Resident Lynn Nottage and directed by Resident Playwright Charles Randolph-Wright (Director of Arena Stage's Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies). Ruined is the stirring tale of Mama Nadi, a mother figure loosely based on Bertolt Brecht's Mother Courage and Her Children, who provides refuge for women affected by civil war ravaging the Democratic Republic of Congo. The production features an expanded company with cast members playing live music and additional ensemble roles featuring University of Maryland students. Ruined runs April 22-June 5, 2011 in the Fichandler Stage.

La scène est en Judée, en 26 de notre ère, dans la citadelle de Machaerous. Du haut de ses remparts s'ouvre une perspective imprenable sur la Mer Morte. En se penchant, Hérode le Tétrarque peut en voir miroiter les eaux, et scintiller peut-être les piques et les éperons des troupes que les nomades ont levées contre lui. Décidément, depuis qu'il a dévasté les dernières forêts du pays pour bâtir sa place forte, la vue est on ne peut plus dégagée. Le Tétrarque sait-il déjà qu'il va recevoir de la visite - celle d'une fille un peu trop belle, celle d'un homme un peu trop puissant?? Pris entre le désir que l'une suscite et la crainte que l'autre provoque, ce pauvre Hérode risque de perdre la tête - enfin, si l'on ose dire.

Upcoming MTI Shows - 3/27 for Tokyo

A hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love and revolution in a time when water is worth its weight in gold! One of the most uproariously funny musicals in recent years, Urinetown is a hilarious tale of greed, corruption, love, and revolution in a time when water is worth its weight in gold. In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year drought, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets.

The Hermitage Artist Retreat is pleased to announce a variety of events surrounding the upcoming dinner celebration for the presentation of the 2011 Greenfield Prize, being awarded this year in Drama to renowned American playwright John Guare. The weekend celebration includes events taking place Saturday, March 26 and Sunday, March 27. All are open to the public.

The first preview of Tony Kushner's THE INTELLIGENT HOMOSEXUAL'S GUIDE TO CAPITALISM AND SOCIALISM WITH A KEY TO THE SCRIPTURES has been postponed a day to provide the cast and crew with an additional dress rehearsal. The production will now begin performances on Wednesday, March 23 at The Public Theater (425 Lafayette Street). The production is presented by The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Interim Executive Director Joey Parnes) and Signature Theatre Company (Founding Artistic Director James Houghton; Executive Director Erika Mallin) in association with the Guthrie Theater (Joe Dowling, Director). Michael Greif, who directed the world premiere at the Guthrie in April 2009, directs the New York premiere, which opens on Thursday, May 5 and runs through June 12. Checko ut images from the production below!

Kenny Leon and True Colors Theatre Company announce the satirical comedy The Colored Museum by George C. Wolfe directed by True Colors Producing Director, Jasmine Guy. Tickets and information can be found at http://www.truecolorstheatre.org/thecoloredmuseum.

Sydney Theatre Company and Malthouse Melbourne collaborate on a new production of the rarely performed Baal, the first play of one of the greatest theatrical minds of all time, Bertolt Brecht. Written in 1918 when the playwright was just 20 years old and regarded as a play of confronting and contrasting beauty and brutality, Baal is directed by Simon Stone.

Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) will present the smash-hit Broadway Musical Urinetown, featuring Broadway star Andrea McArdle, April 14 - 17 & 27 - 30, 2011 in the Harriet S. Jorgensen Theatre on the Storrs campus.

The first preview of Tony Kushner's THE INTELLIGENT HOMOSEXUAL'S GUIDE TO CAPITALISM AND SOCIALISM WITH A KEY TO THE SCRIPTURES has been postponed a day to provide the cast and crew with an additional dress rehearsal. The production will now begin performances on Wednesday, March 23 at The Public Theater (425 Lafayette Street). The production is presented by The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Interim Executive Director Joey Parnes) and Signature Theatre Company (Founding Artistic Director James Houghton; Executive Director Erika Mallin) in association with the Guthrie Theater (Joe Dowling, Director). Michael Greif, who directed the world premiere at the Guthrie in April 2009, directs the New York premiere, which opens on Thursday, May 5 and runs through June 12.

Upcoming MTI Shows - 3/20 for Tokyo

Lehmann Maupin Gallery announces its second solo exhibition of works by Tim Rollins and K.O.S. (Kids of Survival), on view 24 March - 30 April, 2011 at 540 W. 26th Street. The exhibition will continue the artists' extensive practice in challenging notions of art through deep engagement with literary and historical texts.

Calling it the most exciting lineup he's programmed, Artistic Director Michael Bloom announces the lineup for the 96th consecutive season of Cleveland Play House, which will inaugurate the Allen Theatre Complex at PlayhouseSquare.

Upcoming MTI Shows - 3/13 for Tokyo

People's Light & Theatre presents Mark Twain's The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, adapted for the stage by Laura Eason. It closes March 13, 2011 on the Main Stage.

PURE Theatre in a Co-production with Nomad Theatre of NYC is proud to announce the World Premier of The Fool's Lear by Randy Neale.