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IN THE HEIGHTS, SHREK, et al. to Play Toronto Centre for the Arts in 2012
by BWW News Desk - Feb 7, 2012

According to the Toronto Star, Toronto's Dancap Productions has just announced the line-up for 2012. Included in the upcoming season are In the Heights (February 7-19), Shrek the Musical (March 20-April 1), West Side Story (May 8-June 3), Beauty and the Beast (July 3-22), Million Dollar Quartet (July 20-29), and Prince of Broadway (August 2012)

David Strathairn Returns To A.C.T. With SCORCHED, 2/16-3/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 6, 2012

American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) introduces a celebrated Middle Eastern voice to the Bay Area with the West Coast premiere of Wajdi Mouawad's haunting playScorched. After receiving more than 100 productions (in several languages) worldwide, the Lebanese-Canadian writer's new play will be directed at A.C.T. by Artistic Director Carey Perloff in a beautiful translation from the original French by distinguished Canadian author Linda Gaboriau.

A.C.T. Presents Humor Abuse
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2012

Following the success of Bill Irwin's season opener, Scapin, in 2010, American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) welcomes another Pickle Family Circus alumnus to its stage with Humor Abuse, Lorenzo Pisoni's celebrated one-man show cocreated with director Erica Schmidt.

Vineyard/Naked Angels Extend OUTSIDE PEOPLE Through 2/4
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2012

Vineyard Theatre and Naked Angels announce that its world-premiere co-production of Zayd Dohrn's play OUTSIDE PEOPLE will extend one week, with performances now set to conclude on Saturday, February 4 at The Vineyard (108 E. 15 St.)

HIGHER Premieres at A.C.T., 2/4
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2012

American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) is proud to present the world premiere of Higher, written by A.C.T. Artistic Director Carey Perloff and directed by A.C.T. Associate Artistic Director Mark Rucker.

Kids 'N Comedy Present The Philosphy Show At Gotham Comedy Club
by BWW News Desk - Jan 29, 2012

Kids 'N Comedy will present 'The Philosphy Show,' a one-of-a-kind show of original standup material by teenage comedians, January 29 at Gotham Comedy Club, 208 West 23rd Street.

Review Roundup: SCOTTSBORO BOYS at Philadelphia Theatre Company
by BWW - Jan 27, 2012

Philadelphia Theatre Company officially opened THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS last night, January 25, 2012, running through February 19 at PTC's home in the Suzanne Roberts Theatre. Previews began January 20, 2012. This is the first regional production of THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS since its run on Broadway last season.

Photos: Philadelphia Theatre Company's SCOTTSBORO BOYS Opens Tonight, Jan 25
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 25, 2012

Philadelphia Theatre Company officially opens THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS tonight, January 25, 2012, running through February 19 at PTC's home in the Suzanne Roberts Theatre. Previews began January 20, 2012. This is the first regional production of THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS since its run on Broadway last season. Check out official production shots from the musical below!

Kids 'N Comedy Hosts The Do You Know Show At Gotham Comedy Club 2/26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 24, 2012

Kids 'N Comedy, New York's leading presenter of young comic talent, will present 'The Did You Know Show,' a one-of-a-kind show of original standup material by teenage comedians, February 26 at Gotham Comedy Club, 208 West 23rd Street.

Vineyard/Naked Angels Set Talk Back Series for OUTSIDE PEOPLE
by BWW News Desk - Jan 24, 2012

A series of Talk Backs following performances of the Vineyard Theatre and Naked Angels' co-production of Zayd Dohrn's new play OUTSIDE PEOPLE -- playing now through January 29 at The Vineyard (108 E. 15 St.) -- have been scheduled starting Sunday, January 15.

PRINCE OF BROADWAY to Skip Toronto and Open on Broadway November 2012
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 23, 2012

Producers Aubrey Dan, Martyn Hayes and Peter W. Lamb for Dancap Productions Inc., today announced that PRINCE OF BROADWAY, the new musical celebrating legendary Broadway director and producer Harold "Hal" Prince will open directly on Broadway in November 2012 and will forgo the pre-Broadway engagement in Toronto.

Philadelphia Theatre Hosts Writers In Conjunction With SCOTTSBORO BOYS
by BWW News Desk - Jan 22, 2012

Philadelphia Theatre Company will host several special events featuring expert writers, historians, playwrights, judges and members of the media in connection with its production of the hit Broadway musical The Scottsboro Boys, running January 20-February 19 at PTC's home at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre (Broad and Lombard Streets)

THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS Comes to Philadelphia, 1/20-2/19
by BWW News Desk - Jan 20, 2012

The landmark trial of the Scottsboro Boys is brought to life in Philadelphia Theatre Company's production of the multiple Tony-nominated musical The Scottsboro Boys with music and lyrics by the legendary team of John Kander and Fred Ebb and book by David Thompson, running January 20-February 19 at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre (Broad and Lombard Streets).

Philadelphia Theatre Hosts Writers In Conjunction With SCOTTSBORO BOYS
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 19, 2012

Philadelphia Theatre Company will host several special events featuring expert writers, historians, playwrights, judges and members of the media in connection with its production of the hit Broadway musical The Scottsboro Boys, running January 20-February 19 at PTC's home at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre (Broad and Lombard Streets)

Photo Flash: First Look at Philadelphia Theatre Company's SCOTTSBORO BOYS
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 19, 2012

Philadelphia Theatre Company's 2011-2012 season continues with THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS, running January 20 - February 19 at PTC's home in the Suzanne Roberts Theatre (Broad and Lombard Streets). For tickets, call 215-985-0420 or visit PhiladelphiaTheatreCompany.org. Check out official production shots from the musical below!

David Strathairn Returns To A.C.T. With SCORCHED, 2/16-3/11
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 18, 2012

American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) introduces a celebrated Middle Eastern voice to the Bay Area with the West Coast premiere of Wajdi Mouawad's haunting playScorched. After receiving more than 100 productions (in several languages) worldwide, the Lebanese-Canadian writer's new play will be directed at A.C.T. by Artistic Director Carey Perloff in a beautiful translation from the original French by distinguished Canadian author Linda Gaboriau.

Vineyard/Naked Angels Extend OUTSIDE PEOPLE Through 2/4
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 17, 2012

Vineyard Theatre and Naked Angels announce that its world-premiere co-production of Zayd Dohrn's play OUTSIDE PEOPLE will extend one week, with performances now set to conclude on Saturday, February 4 at The Vineyard (108 E. 15 St.)

Kids 'N Comedy to Present 'The New Year's Resolution Show,' 1/15
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2012

Kids 'N Comedy, New York's leading presenter of young comic talent, will present 'The New Year's Resolution Show,' a one-of-a-kind show of original standup material by teenage comedians, January 15 at Gotham Comedy Club, 208 West 23rd Street.

Kidz 'N Comedy Host THE NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION SHOW 1/15
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2012

Kids 'N Comedy, New York's leading presenter of young comic talent, will present 'The New Year's Resolution Show,' a one-of-a-kind show of original standup material by teenage comedians, January 15 at Gotham Comedy Club, 208 West 23rd Street.

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