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Date of Death: February 02, 1969 (81)

Birth Place: Camberwell, ENGLAND

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Audiences Delighted with ARSENIC AND OLD LACE at Hackmatack Playhouse, Playing Through Today
by BWW News Desk - Jul 5, 2014


During intermission last Friday at the Hackmatack Playhouse season opening, and opening night for "Arsenic and Old Lace," an audience member was overheard, "No, it's not my first time here, I was here a few years ago for the Julia Child tribute, and that was funny, too!" That was 'Bon Appetit,' and four years ago. Others in the audience were (more) regulars who see every show at this quaint, real (old) barn playhouse in Berwick.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE Opens Season at Hackmatack Playhouse on 6/20
by BWW News Desk - Jul 5, 2014


"Arsenic and Old Lace" was one of the longest running Broadway plays. The movie adaptation starred Cary Grant. It was written in 1939 by American playwright Joseph Kesselring. But it's more recent history of revivals locally, in the quaint Berwick, Maine barn playhouse known as The Hackmatack, may spark interest among seacoast area play goers.

Audiences Delighted with ARSENIC AND OLD LACE at Hackmatack Playhouse, Playing Through 7/5
by Louisa Brady - Jun 24, 2014


During intermission last Friday at the Hackmatack Playhouse season opening, and opening night for "Arsenic and Old Lace," an audience member was overheard, "No, it's not my first time here, I was here a few years ago for the Julia Child tribute, and that was funny, too!" That was 'Bon Appetit,' and four years ago. Others in the audience were (more) regulars who see every show at this quaint, real (old) barn playhouse in Berwick.

Universal's CLASSIC MONSTERS Complete 30-Film Collection Coming to DVD 9/2
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 24, 2014


Since the era of silent films, Universal Pictures has earned a reputation as the home of the monster movie, producing landmark films that defined the horror genre for all time.

Julie Harris Memorial Display View at WHAT, Now thru Sept 2014
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2014


As part of their 30th Anniversary Season tribute to Julie Harris, Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater (WHAT) has curated a memorial display in an effort to inform the public of Julie's deep relationship with theatrical organizations and individuals on Cape Cod. It opens with a reception at the theater today, June 21, from 4:30 to 6pm, and continues through September.

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE Opens Season at Hackmatack Playhouse Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2014


'Arsenic and Old Lace' was one of the longest running Broadway plays. The movie adaptation starred Cary Grant. It was written in 1939 by American playwright Joseph Kesselring. But it's more recent history of revivals locally, in the quaint Berwick, Maine barn playhouse known as The Hackmatack, may spark interest among seacoast area play goers.

THE MUSIC MAN, THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL and More Set for Hackmatack Playhouse's 2014 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2014


Hackmatack Playhouse producer Michael Guptill has announced the 2014 (43rd year) show schedule for this summer. According to Guptill, 'We hope you plan to join us this summer. We have 'Arsenic and Old Lace,' 'The Music Man,' Monty Python's Spamalot,' and 'The Trip to Bountiful.'

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE Opens Season at Hackmatack Playhouse on 6/20
by Louisa Brady - Jun 18, 2014


"Arsenic and Old Lace" was one of the longest running Broadway plays. The movie adaptation starred Cary Grant. It was written in 1939 by American playwright Joseph Kesselring. But it's more recent history of revivals locally, in the quaint Berwick, Maine barn playhouse known as The Hackmatack, may spark interest among seacoast area play goers.

Julie Harris Memorial Display Will Be on View at WHAT, June-Sept 2014
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2014


As part of their 30th Anniversary Season tribute to Julie Harris, Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater (WHAT) has curated a memorial display in an effort to inform the public of Julie's deep relationship with theatrical organizations and individuals on Cape Cod. It opens with a reception at the theater on June 21, from 4:30 to 6pm, and continues through September.

BWW Reviews: Surf City Theatre's ARSENIC AND OLD LACE Is A Real Killer Comedy
by Shari Barrett - May 5, 2014


First produced in 1939, ARSENIC AND OLD LACE by American playwright Joseph Kesselring is a farcical black comedy revolving around the Brewster family, descended from the 'Mayflower,' but now composed of insane homicidal maniacs. This classic play has been produced around the world and will continue to be done as long as audiences love to laugh at the outrageous situations and over-the-top characters, especially the eccentric, and frequently murderous and disturbed, family.

BWW Interviews: Washington County Playhouse's ARSENIC AND OLD LACE Full of Old Laughs and New Surprises
by Johnna Leary - Mar 28, 2014


In the Washington County Playhouse production of Arsenic and Old Lace, the elderly Brewster sisters appear to be your typical sweet old ladies, whose hobbies include knitting, church social visits and.... murdering their dinner guests.

BWW Reviews: A Frighteningly Funny ARSENIC AND OLD LACE At The Fulton Theatre
by Marakay Rogers - Feb 4, 2014


The Walnut Street Theatre's Charles Abbott gives the Fulton the classic play of all going wrong, all going absolutely right. Visually stunning killer comedy.

THE MUSIC MAN, THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL and More Set for Hackmatack Playhouse's 2014 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2014


Hackmatack Playhouse producer Michael Guptill has announced the 2014 (43rd year) show schedule for this summer. According to Guptill, "We hope you plan to join us this summer. We have "Arsenic and Old Lace," "The Music Man," Monty Python's Spamalot," and "The Trip to Bountiful."

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE to Play Florida Repertory Theatre, 1/7-29
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2014


Florida Repertory Theatre has announced the opening of the beloved American classic, Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring, a comedy that kills with kindness. Made famous on the silver screen starring Cary Grant, Arsenic and Old Lace plays at Florida Rep January 10 through 29 with four nearly sold out discounted previews January 7, 8, and 9.

ABC Airs Holiday Classic HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS Tonight
by TV News Desk - Dec 24, 2013


'Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas,' the 1966 animated holiday story loved by all tall and small, airs tonight, DECEMBER 24 (8:00-8:30 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network (OAD on ABC: 12/12/06).

Dr. Christmas, Designer to the Stars, Returns to The Hollywood Museum thru Jan 5
by Movies News Desk - Dec 12, 2013


Hollywood, CA -- The Hollywood Museum, the official museum of Hollywood located in the Historic Max Factor Building, rings in the holidays with 'Lights, Camera, 'Holly'- wood,' a unique tribute to the holidays - Hollywood Style. The holiday trees and extensive tinsel town decor are created by Dr. Christmas (Bob Pranga and Debi Staron), known as the celebrity holiday and special event designers to the stars. The exhibit will be on display through January 5, 2014.

ABC to Air Holiday Classic HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS, 12/24
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 9, 2013


“Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” the 1966 animated holiday story loved by all tall and small, airs TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24 (8:00-8:30 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network (OAD on ABC: 12/12/06).

BWW Interviews: Boston Pops and Keith Lockhart Bring Christmas Cheer
by Joseph F. Panarello - Dec 7, 2013


Maestro Keith Lockhart chats about the Boston Pops' new Christmas CD as well as about concerts on tour and at Boston's famed Symphony Hall.

ABC Airs DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS Tonight
by TV News Desk - Nov 29, 2013


“Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” the 1966 animated holiday story loved by all tall and small, airs TONIGHT, NOVEMBER 29 (8:00-8:30 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network (Rebroadcast. OAD 12/12/06).

Programacion Diciembre 2013, Complejo Teatral de Buenos Aires
by BWW News Desk - Nov 26, 2013


Enviamos adjunta la programacion correspondiente a diciembre del Complejo Teatral de Buenos Aires.

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