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Cast Announced for WATER BY THE SPOONFUL at Mark Taper Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2017


Center Theatre Group has announced the cast for Water by the Spoonful by Quiara Alegr a Hudes. The 2012 Pulitzer Prize-winning play will be presented at the Mark Taper Forum January 31 through March 11, 2018. Directed by Lileana Blain-Cruz, the opening of Water by the Spoonful is set for February 11.

CTG to Host Community Events on Faith & Resilience Alongside HEAD OF PASSES
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2017


Center Theatre Group will host two Community Conversations inspired by 'Head of Passes' on October 13 and October 19.

CTG to Host Community Events on Faith & Resilience Alongside HEAD OF PASSES
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2017


Center Theatre Group will host two Community Conversations inspired by 'Head of Passes' on October 13 and October 19.

CTG to Host Community Events on Faith & Resilience Alongside HEAD OF PASSES
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2017


Center Theatre Group will host two Community Conversations inspired by 'Head of Passes' on October 13 and October 19.

HEAD OF PASSES, Starring Phylicia Rashad, Begins Next Week at the Taper
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2017


A friendly reminder that previews begin Today, September 13, for Center Theatre Group's production of "Head of Passes" by Academy Award winner and playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney. Directed by Tina Landau, "Head of Passes" opens Sunday, September 24 and continues through October 22, 2017, at the Mark Taper Forum.

HEAD OF PASSES, Starring Phylicia Rashad, Begins Next Week at the Taper
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2017


A friendly reminder that previews begin Wednesday, September 13, for Center Theatre Group's production of "Head of Passes" by Academy Award winner and playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney. Directed by Tina Landau, "Head of Passes" opens Sunday, September 24 and continues through October 22, 2017, at the Mark Taper Forum.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal with Phylicia Rashad and More for HEAD OF PASSES at the Taper
by BWW News Desk - Aug 24, 2017


Rehearsals are underway for Center Theatre Group's production of 'Head of Passes' by Academy Award winner and playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney, and BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the company below!

Cast is Set for HEAD OF PASSES at the Taper
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2017


???????Center Theatre Group has announced the cast for "Head of Passes" by Oscar winner and playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney. Directed by Tina Landau and featuring Tony winner Phylicia Rashad, "Head of Passes" begins previews September 13, opens September 24 and continues through October 22, 2017, at the Mark Taper Forum.

Photo Flash: George Takei and More Celebrate KING OF THE YEES Opening at the Douglas
by BWW News Desk - Jul 17, 2017


The world premiere production of 'King of the Yees' opened at Center Theatre Group's Kirk Douglas Theatre this Sunday, July 16, and BroadwayWorld has photos from the festivities below! Written by Lauren Yee, directed by Joshua Kahan Brody and produced in association with Goodman Theatre, 'King of the Yees' will continue through August 6, 2017.

Photo Flash: First Look at KING OF THE YEES, Opening This Weekend at the Douglas
by BWW News Desk - Jul 11, 2017


The world premiere production of 'King of the Yees' will open at Center Theatre Group's Kirk Douglas Theatre this Sunday, July 16. Written by Lauren Yee, directed by Joshua Kahan Brody and produced in association with Goodman Theatre, 'King of the Yees' will continue through August 6, 2017. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!

Chicago Cast to Return for KING OF THE YEES at the Douglas
by BWW News Desk - Jun 8, 2017


Center Theatre Group has announced the casting for the world premiere production of "King of the Yees" by Lauren Yee. Directed by Joshua Kahan Brody and produced in association with Goodman Theatre, "King of the Yees" begins previews July 9, opens July 16 and continues through August 6, 2017, at the Kirk Douglas Theatre.

Photo Flash: Patrick Page, Stephen Stocking and More Celebrate Rajiv Joseph's ARCHDUKE Opening at the Taper
by BWW News Desk - May 8, 2017


Center Theatre Group's world premiere production of 'Archduke,' written by Rajiv Joseph, began previews April 25 and will continue through June 4, 2017, at the Mark Taper Forum. Opening night is set for May 7, BroadwayWorld has photos from the festivities below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Stephen Stocking, Patrick Page and More in Rajiv Joseph's ARCHDUKE at the Taper
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2017


Performances have begun for Center Theatre Group's production of "Archduke." Written by Rajiv Joseph, the world premiere of "Archduke" began previews April 25 and will continue through June 4, 2017, at the Mark Taper Forum. Opening night is set for May 7. Directed by Giovanna Sardelli, the cast includes, in alphabetical order, Josiah Bania, Joanne McGee, Ramiz Monsef, Patrick Page, Stephen Stocking and Todd Weeks. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the company onstage below!

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with Patrick Page and More for Rajiv Joseph's ARCHDUKE at the Taper
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2017


Rehearsals have begun for Center Theatre Group's production of 'Archduke.' Written by Rajiv Joseph, the world premiere of 'Archduke' begins previews April 25, opens May 7 and continues through June 4, 2017, at the Mark Taper Forum. Directed by Giovanna Sardelli, the cast includes, in alphabetical order, Josiah Bania, Stephanie McVay, Ramiz Monsef, Patrick Page, Stephen Stocking and Todd Weeks. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the company in rehearsal below!

ZOOT SUIT Opens 2/12 at Center Theatre Group
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2017


Currently in previews, Center Theatre Group's 'Zoot Suit' opens February 12 at the Mark Taper Forum. This legendary play with music will continue through March 19, 2017, (extending one week from the originally announced closing date). Written and directed by Luis Valdez, 'Zoot Suit' is presented in association with El Teatro Campesino. 

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal for ZOOT SUIT at the Taper with Luis Valdez and More
by BWW News Desk - Jan 31, 2017


The legendary play with music, 'Zoot Suit,' just kicked off rehearsals at Center Theatre Group. 'Zoot Suit' begins previews January 31, opens February 12 and continues through March 12, 2017, at the Mark Taper Forum. Written and directed by Luis Valdez, 'Zoot Suit' is presented in association with El Teatro Campesino. BroadwayWorld has a peek at the company in rehearsal below!

ZOOT SUIT Begins 1/31 at Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2017


"Zoot Suit" begins previews this Tuesday, January 31, 2017, at Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum. The legendary play with music opens February 12 and will continue through March 19, 2017, (extending one week from the originally announced closing date). Written and directed by Luis Valdez, "Zoot Suit" is presented in association with El Teatro Campesino.

ZOOT SUIT Extends at Mark Taper Forum; ARCHDUKE Pushes Opening
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2017


Rehearsals have barely begun and Center Theatre Group is already announcing a one-week extension for 'Zoot Suit,' due to strong ticket sales.

Photo Flash: Inside Rehearsal for ZOOT SUIT at the Taper with Luis Valdez and More
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2017


The legendary play with music, 'Zoot Suit,' just kicked off rehearsals at Center Theatre Group. 'Zoot Suit' begins previews January 31, opens February 12 and continues through March 12, 2017, at the Mark Taper Forum. Written and directed by Luis Valdez, 'Zoot Suit' is presented in association with El Teatro Campesino. BroadwayWorld has a peek at the company in rehearsal below!

L.A. Cast Set for Ivo van Hove's A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE at Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2016


The Kennedy Center presents the Young Vic Production of A View From the Bridge, the renowned drama by Arthur Miller. The show is directed by Belgian visionary Ivo van Hove, whose lauded production of Antigone was staged at the Eisenhower Theater in the fall of 2015.

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