Jules Verne News

The New York Philharmonic will present its tenth season of Summertime Classics, today, July 3-7, 2013, featuring five themed concerts with Bramwell Tovey, who has been the host and conductor of the series since its founding in 2004.

Producer Cedric Yau & the YOW! Theater Company have announced several changes for Around the World in 80 Days, now running Off-Broadway at The New Theater at 45th Street. Around the World in 80 Days, a play by Mark Brown based on the novel by Jules Verne, is an open-ended production, with tickets now available through Jan. 5, 2014.

New London Maritime Society is pleased to present virtuoso pianist Martin Berkofsky in concert at the Custom House Maritime Museum at 7 PM on Saturday, July 6, 2013. In a concert entitled Lighthouses as Beacons of Light & Hope, Mr. Berkofsky will perform two sonatas by Ludwig Von Beethoven and and a number of short works by Franz Liszt. The concert is a benefit; Mr Bekofsky is donating all monies from the performance to both the New London Maritime Society Lighthouse Fund and Amistad America, Inc. TheAmistad ship will be docked in New London that weekend as a part of the Society'sSentinels on the Sound - Lighthouse Saturdays, 10 Saturdays of waterfront activities in New London across the summer from July 6 through September 7, 2013. The concert will take place at the Custom House Maritime Museum, 150 Bank Street, New London, Connecticut. Seating is limited to 45. Tickets are $35, $25 for NLMS members. Call 860-447-2501 to reserve your seat.

Producer Cedric Yau has announced that Josh Segarra will step into the role of Phileas Fogg in Around the World in 80 Days, the hit show now running Off-Broadway. He will replace Bryce Ryness, who is set to star in the musical First Date, on Broadway. Segarra will head the cast as thephlegmatic Phileas Fogg, the quintessential Brit who takes a bet to travel the globe in 80 days. Shirine Babb, Jimmy Ray Bennett, John Gregorio & Stephen Guarino round out this ensemble cast.

Even though Colorado summers boast gorgeous weather and plenty to do outdoors, there are still several excellent productions to take advantage of that are fun for friends, family or a date night. Below is a listing of some of the highlights of for a fun-filled Colorado summer...

The Off-Broadway Production of Around the World in 80 Days, produced by Cedric Yau & the YOW! Theater Company, has changed their schedule for the summer following their opening on May 30, 2013 at The New Theater at 45th Street. Around the World in 80 Days is a play by Mark Brown, based on the novel by Jules Verne & is an open-ended run.

The last time Mark Brown's charming and witty stage adaptation of Jules Verne's Around The World In 80 Days played Off-Broadway, it was in a pocket-sized production highlighted by a pair of on-stage Foley artists providing live sound effects.  But in the eye-popping new Off-Broadway production, director/designer Rachel Klein is working with considerably larger pockets.

Thunder Bay Press and Canterbury Classics is excited to announce that two of its classic books, Dracula and Jules Verne have been honored at the 2013 IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards. The IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards recognizes excellence in both editorial and design and is regarded as one of the highest national honors in small and independent publishing.

The Off-Broadway Production of Around the World in 80 Days opens tonight, May 30, 2013 at The New Theater at 45th Street, under the direction of Rachel Klein, Around the World in 80 Days is comedic play by Mark Brown based on the novel by Jules Verne.

The Off-Broadway-bound Production Around the World in 80 Days, produced by Cedric Yau & the Yow! Theater Company, is zooming to a galloping start! Sprinting towards a May 30, 2013 Opening at The New Theater at 45th Street, Around the World in 80 Days is a comedic play by Mark Brown, based on the Jules Verne novel.

Long considered one of America's premier community theater groups, Bergen County Players (BCP) has announced for 2013-14 another ambitious, passionate and playful year of audience-pleasing musicals and innovative plays for its 81st consecutive season. From toe-tapping musicals to hilarious comedies to intense dramas, BCP has garnered a reputation for outstanding quality productions at affordable prices. The new season kicks off with one of the best-loved musicals of a generation, the five-time Tony Award-winning Man of La Mancha (its principal song, 'The Impossible Dream' has become a standard). BCP's 81st season opener will once again feature a live orchestra and will be suitable for all ages.

Hold onto your seats! It's the original Amazing Race! Penobscot Theatre Company wraps up its 39th Season with Jules Verne's visionary, timeless adventure, Around the World in 80 Days. This high-spirited, fast-moving, highly imaginative production plays at the historic Bangor Opera House from May 15th - June 2.

The up-coming Off-Broadway Production of Around the World in 80 Days has announced its designers! Opening on May 30, 2013 at The New Theater at 45th Street, under the direction of Rachel Klein, Around the World in 80 Days is comedic play by Mark Brown based on the novel by Jules Verne.

The soon to be running Off-Broadway production of Around the World in 80 Days has announced its cast.

The Alabama Shakespeare Festival's spring repertory season will be in full bloom with the openings of two new plays, Around the World in 80 Days in the Festival Theatre and the Tony Award-winning comedy God of Carnage in the Octagon Theatre, on April 20. Both shows run through May 19. Tickets start at $30 and may be obtained on line at www.asf.net, by phone at 1.800.841.4273 or by visiting the ASF box office at 1 Festival Drive in the heart of Montgomery's beautiful Blount Cultural Park.

Opening May 30, 2013 at The New Theater at 45th Street, Around the World in 80 Days is a comedic play by Mark Brown based on the Jules Verne novel. Starring Bryce Ryness as Phileas Fogg, Rachel Klein directs.

As the preeminent professional theatre in the state, Arizona Theatre Company (ATC) announces its 47th season with the production of six electrifying plays for 2013-2014, with performances in Tucson and Phoenix. David Ira Goldstein, ATC's Artistic Director, announced the season that will include the Arizona premieres of three of Broadway's newest smash hits, a delightful long-running Broadway musical comedy and will revisit two cherished classic stories in vibrant new productions.

The New York Philharmonic will present its tenth season of Summertime Classics, July 3-7, 2013, featuring five themed concerts with Bramwell Tovey, who has been the host and conductor of the series since its founding in 2004.

On your marks for the original amazing race! International City Theatre's 28th season gets off to a flying start with Around the World in 80 Days, adapted by Mark Brown from the visionary, classic adventure story by Jules Verne and directed by Allison Bibicoff. For a taste of exotic locales, daring exploits, narrow escapes and great fun, head over to International City Theatre at the Long Beach Performing Arts Center between now and February 17, 2013. Get a first look at the production in the photos below!