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Afton C. Williamson to Take Over for Washington in RACE June 15
by Robert Diamond - May 11, 2010

The producers of RACE have announced that Afton C. Williamson, who made her Broadway debut in Joe Turner's Come and Gone, will take over the role of 'Susan' from Kerry Washington, beginning Tuesday, June 15th. Williamson made a striking impression on the creative team when, as understudy, she replaced Kerry Washington the one night Kerry missed a performance, due to a previous obligation to go to the White House as part of the President's national Arts Council.

Light, Nobbs, Dawes, Riley & Sullivan to Star in LOMBARDI on Broadway
by Robert Diamond - May 11, 2010

Producers Tony Ponturo and Fran Kirmser today announced additional casting as well as the creative team for LOMBARDI, coming to Broadway's Circle in the Square this fall (previews begin September 23, opening night is October 21). The cast will feature Judith Light as Marie Lombardi, Keith Nobbs as Michael McCormick, Bill Dawes as Paul Hornung, Robert Christopher Riley as Dave Robinson and Chris Sullivan as Jim Taylor.

Dark Horse Theater Company Presents OLEANNA
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 11, 2010

Who's the 'good guy,' and who's the 'bad guy' here? He said it was a lesson. She said it was sexual harassment. What side will you choose; whose side will you be on? These are the questions raised in Pulitzer Prize winning (Glengarry Glen Ross) playwright, David Mamet's controversial and provocative drama, Oleanna, which opens a three weekend run at the DC Arts Center in Adams Morgan Fridays and Saturdays June 4th-19th at 7:30pm.

LONG DAY'S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT Comes To Portland, Begins 8/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 10, 2010

Long Day's Journey Into Night is bound to be the 'hot ticket' in the Pacific Northwest this year. This world-class co-production between Portland's Artists Repertory Theatre and Australia's Sydney Theatre Company (STC) stars Oregonians William Hurt and Todd Van Voris, as well as three Australian actors including the legendary Australian actress Robyn Nevin, Luke Mullins and Emily Russell

The Berenstain Bears Tour In FAMILY MATTERS, THE MUSICAL, Tour Runs Thru 6/2011
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2010

This year, the beloved Berenstain Bears may be coming to a theatre near you. Presented by Matt Murphy Productions, The Berenstain Bears in Family Matters, the Musical is touring throughout the east coast this spring, including a performance on May 11th for New York City school students at The Town Hall in Manhattan's theatre district.

Dennis Haysbert to Join RACE June 21 - Aug. 21
by Robert Diamond - May 10, 2010

The producers of David Mamet's acclaimed hit play RACE have announced that the Golden Globe and SAG award nominated star of '24' and 'The Unit' DENNIS HAYSBERT for an exclusive nine week limited engagement, beginning performances on Monday, June 21st through Saturday, August 21st.

American Stage Theatre Co's MISS DAISY Breaks Attendance Records
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 10, 2010

American Stage Theatre Company has never had over 5,500 patrons attend a Mainstage production in its 31 year history...until now.

Kim Cattrall Profiled By The Observer
by Charlie Piane - May 9, 2010

Sex and the City star Kim Cattrall will appear in a Liverpool run of Antony and Cleopatra. She will play Cleopatra opposite Jeffery Kissoon in the Everyman Theater production, which will feature direction by Janet Suzman. Perormances will begin October 8 and run through November 13.

Mamet's NOVEMBER Runs Through Sunday 5/9 at Lupin Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2010

David Mamet's November directed by Ashley Ricord runs through May 9 at Tulane's Lupin Theater (16 Newcomb Blvd.) Final performances are at 8pm Friday and Saturday; Sunday at 2pm. Tickets are $23 and are available at www.Theatre-13.com or 504 421 0744.

The Berenstain Bears Tour In FAMILY MATTERS, THE MUSICAL, Tour Runs Thru 6/2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 7, 2010

This year, the beloved Berenstain Bears may be coming to a theatre near you. Presented by Matt Murphy Productions, The Berenstain Bears in Family Matters, the Musical is touring throughout the east coast this spring, including a performance on May 11th for New York City school students at The Town Hall in Manhattan's theatre district.

Mamet's NOVEMBER Runs Through Sunday 5/9 at Lupin Theater
by Elisabeth Nebeker - May 7, 2010

David Mamet's November directed by Ashley Ricord runs through May 9 at Tulane's Lupin Theater (16 Newcomb Blvd.) Final performances are at 8pm Friday and Saturday; Sunday at 2pm. Tickets are $23 and are available at www.Theatre-13.com or 504 421 0744.

Spader, Grier & Washington to Depart RACE in June; Show to Run through August
by Robert Diamond - May 7, 2010

2010 Tony Award nominee DAVID ALAN GRIER and acclaimed film star KERRY WASHINGTON will conclude their critically acclaimed performances in David Mamet's RACE on SUNDAY, JUNE 13th. Emmy Award winner JAMES SPADER, in the pivotal role of lawyer 'Jack Lawson', will play his final performance on SUNDAY, JUNE 20th.

2010 Tony Award Nominees: 'Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Play'
by Charlie Piane - May 4, 2010

Nominations in 26 competitive categories for the American Theatre Wing's 64th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were announced May 4, 2010 by Broadway Star Lea Michele and Tony Award Nominee Jeff Daniels.

Goodman Theater Hosts MICHAEL MERRITT DESIGN AWARDS 5/3
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2010

The 17th Annual Merritt Award for Excellence in Design and Collaboration program, posthumously honoring and celebrating the work of lighting and set designer Michael Philippi (Desire Under the Elms, Death of a Salesman), 'an esteemed longtime collaborator and friend', will take place on Monday, May 3, at the Goodman Theatre.

Unicorn Theatre 37th Season of BOLDNEWPLAYS Tickets On Sale 5/3
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2010

Unicorn Theatre, under the artistic leadership of Producing Artistic Director Cynthia Levin, announces the 37th season of bold new plays. The new season will open September 18, 2010 and include six regular season shows and one exciting season extra. Subscriptions for the new season go on sale May 3, 2010.

Industrial Strength: Speed the Plow
by Daniel Collins - May 2, 2010

The Vagabond Players presents David Mamet's 'Speed the Plow,' directed by Steve Goldklang, now through May 16th.

Jamie de Roy & friends Plays at Primary Stages 5/1, Ackerman, Gillette & More To Guest
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2010

Celebrated cabaret performer Jamie deRoy presents a special evening of her Multi MAC Award-winning variety show, Jamie de Roy & friends on Saturday, May 1st (8PM) at Primary Stages (59 East 59th Street ~between Park & Madison Avenues) with an evening of songs from Tony Award®-Winning Musicals.

P**N THE MUSICAL Plays Theater 503, 4/6-5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2010

When young Stefan's tranquil life on the island of Malta is shattered by his fiancée's slutty revelation, he goes off to the US in search of a new life. There he finds an exciting group of friends in an industry that takes some getting used to.

Bougere, Jones et al. Lead Goodman's THE GOOD NEGRO, 5/1 - 6/6
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2010

Casting is complete for Goodman Theatre's Chicago-premiere production of Tracey Scott Wilson's The Good Negro, directed by Resident Director Chuck Smith. Wilson and Smith have tapped nine actors to bring this historical drama to the Albert stage, including Karen Aldridge (Goodman's The Cook; Proof); Teagle F. Bougere (Broadway's A Raisin in the Sun; The Tempest); Tory O. Davis (Goodman's Magnolia); John Hoogenakker (Goodman's Rock 'n' Roll; Chicago Shakespeare's Othello); Billy Eugene Jones (Broadway's Passing Strange; Radio Golf); Nambi Kelley (Goodman's Crumbs from the Table of Joy; Victory Gardens' The Lost Boys of Sudan); Demetrios Troy (Northlight's Awake and Sing; Chicago Shakespeare's Richard III); Dan Waller (Goodman's Ghostwritten; Talking Pictures) and Mick Weber (Goodman's Rock 'n' Roll; Chicago Theatre's Shear Madness). The production will run from May 1 - June 6, 2010.

Photo Coverage: Soulpepper's GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS
by Kelly Cameron - Apr 30, 2010

Soulpepper is bringing back last year's smash hit production of Glengarry Glen Ross starting tomorrow, April 22nd. The production was critically acclaimed and the entire run sold out - so if you missed it or want to see it again, now is your chance. BWW sat down and spoke with two of the original cast members, Eric Peterson and Kevin Bundy, on what it is like to get to reprise the roles which were so well received last time around.

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