BWW EXCLUSIVE: 2011 Tony Award Interview with John Benjamin Hickey
by Pat Cerasaro
- May 14, 2011
With a 2011 Tony nomination for Best Featured Actor In A Play for his magnetic turn in the critically-hailed revival of Larry Kramer's THE NORMAL HEART on Broadway and a leading role on Showtime's THE BIG C co-starring real-life close friend Laura Linney, as well as a busy film career that boats memorable turns in THE REF, ME & MY SHADOWS: LIFE WITH JUDY GARLAND, FLAGS OF OUR FATHERS, the recent remake of THE TAKING OF PELHAM 123 and TRANSFORMERS: REVENGE OF THE FALLEN, John Benjamin Hickey is a very busy man. Nevertheless, he was kind enough to recently take some time out of his beyond busy schedule to talk all about his stage and screen career - including sharing some revealing anecdotes about starring in THE CRUCIBLE with Liam Neeson and Linney, as well as working with the esteemed playwright Arthur Miller himself, in addition to his work in Terrance McNally's LOVE, VALOUR, COMPASSION, Sam Mendes and Rob Marshall's revival of CABARET, and, of course, all about the George C. Wolfe/Joel Grey production of THE NORMAL HEART starring director/actor Joe Mantello that he is participating in now. Plus, we have his thoughts on his recent GOOD WIFE appearance, feelings on the place of political theatre in society today, what roles he would like to take on in the future, his affection for the work of Edward Albee - and much, much more.
Act II Playhouse Presents Art, Opens 5/13
by BWW News Desk
- May 13, 2011
Act II Playhouse concludes its 2010-2011 season with Art (May 10-June 5) by Yasmina Reza (author of the recent Broadway hit God of Carnage), translated by Christopher Hampton.
Alicia Silverstone Welcomes Baby Boy
by Kelsey Denette
- May 9, 2011
Broadway veteran Alicia Silverstone has welcomed a son, Bear Blu Jarecki, born May 5th. The actress and her husband, Christopher Jarecki, have been married since June of 2005.
Act II Playhouse Presents Art, Previews 5/10-12
by BWW News Desk
- May 10, 2011
Act II Playhouse concludes its 2010-2011 season with Art (May 10-June 5) by Yasmina Reza (author of the recent Broadway hit God of Carnage), translated by Christopher Hampton.
Daniel Radcliffe, Harvey Fierstien, Set for BROADWAY TALKS This Spring
by BWW
News Desk
- May 9, 2011
92nd Street Y has announced that Jordan Roth, President of Jujamcyn Theaters, continues his popular multi-evening 92nd Street Y conversation series, 'Broadway Talks with Jordan Roth' with stage and screen star Daniel Radcliffe (How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying) on Monday, May 9th at 7:30 p.m. and four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein (La Cage Aux Folles) on Sunday, June 26th at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 and $29 and are available at www.92Y.org/BroadwayTalks or by calling 212.415.5500.
John Benjamin Hickey on Learning Tony News at 'The Big C'
by Robert Diamond
- May 3, 2011
'I am out in Stanford, CT at my day job shooting the second season of The Big C, and Laura Linney came on set and stopped the take and announced the news to everyone! I was beside myself with pride and so proud to be part of the company. It is humbling and the experience has been incredible. I would love to go out and celebrate but I am on another 6:00am to 6:30pm call tomorrow! But, of course, I would never want god or anyone overhearing that I am complaining because I really have the two best jobs in the whole world. My first call was to my mother in Plano, Texas, she has been waiting and wishing for this longer than anyone, so she was thrilled. Then I talked to Joe and our other cast members, we feel like an ensemble in support of Joe and for the show, it is a wonderful collaboration.'
2011 Tony Award Nominee Reactions!
by Robert Diamond
- May 3, 2011
Past Tony winners Anika Noni Rose and Matthew Broderick announced the 2011 Tony Awards nominees live from the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts in New York City. BroadwayWorld.com will be talking to all of the nominees to hear their exciting stories of how they heard, who they told and more!
Marin Ireland, Eric Bogosian, et al. Set for Soho Rep Gala, 5/2
by BWW
News Desk
- May 2, 2011
Marin Ireland, Eric Bogosian, Isiah Whitlock Jr. and John Guare join the previously announced Blythe Danner, Ted Danson, Parker Posey, Peter Dinklage, Lili Taylor, Michael Stuhlbarg at the Soho Rep SPRING GALA 2011 honoring Marian Seldes. Co-hosted by Mr. Bogosian and Tim Blake Nelson the evening will also feature musical performances by Jomama Jones & The Lisps. The stage performance will feature scenes and songs from past and upcoming Soho Rep shows. Special musical guest will be Jomama Jones - who had a critically acclaimed run at Soho Rep earlier this season - in addition to The Lisps, performing a song from their new musical FUTURITY. Doors open on Monday, May 2nd at 6:30pm at the Highline Ballroom (431 West 16th Street) in Manhattan; for tickets please visit the Soho Rep website - www.SohoRep.org or call 212-647-1828.
Marin Ireland, Eric Bogosian, et al. Set for Soho Rep Gala, 5/2
by Nicole Rosky
- Apr 26, 2011
Marin Ireland, Eric Bogosian, Isiah Whitlock Jr. and John Guare join the previously announced Blythe Danner, Ted Danson, Parker Posey, Peter Dinklage, Lili Taylor, Michael Stuhlbarg at the Soho Rep SPRING GALA 2011 honoring Marian Seldes. Co-hosted by Mr. Bogosian and Tim Blake Nelson the evening will also feature musical performances by Jomama Jones & The Lisps. The stage performance will feature scenes and songs from past and upcoming Soho Rep shows. Special musical guest will be Jomama Jones - who had a critically acclaimed run at Soho Rep earlier this season - in addition to The Lisps, performing a song from their new musical FUTURITY. Doors open on Monday, May 2nd at 6:30pm at the Highline Ballroom (431 West 16th Street) in Manhattan; for tickets please visit the Soho Rep website - www.SohoRep.org or call 212-647-1828.
Brian Cox on Board for PASSING HAROLD BLUMENTHAL Film
by Nicole Rosky
- Apr 20, 2011
THAT CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON's Brian Cox is set to star in 'Passing Harold Blumenthal.' The independent film will feature a screenplay and direction by Seth Fisher. Filming will begin in June.
Act II Playhouse Presents Art, Previews 5/10-12
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Apr 13, 2011
Act II Playhouse concludes its 2010-2011 season with Art (May 10-June 5) by Yasmina Reza (author of the recent Broadway hit God of Carnage), translated by Christopher Hampton.
Pace's Actor's Studio Drama School Celebrates 13th Repertory Season, 4/13 - 5/14
by Caryn Robbins
- Apr 12, 2011
Pace's Actor's Studio Drama School celebrates its 13th Repertory Season, including an All-star MFA Candidate line-up consisting of 20 actors, 4 directors and 3 playwrights. There will be free theater performances open to the general public including world premieres of Night Bames, Sharp Edges and Starfishes.
Circle Mirror Transformation Plays Victory Gardens, Closes 4/10
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 10, 2011
Victory Gardens continues its 2010/11 Season with the Chicago premiere of Circle Mirror Transformation by Annie Baker, directed by Dexter Bullard. The production closes April 10, 2011 at the Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Avenue in Lincoln Park. The Press Openings are March 5 and 6, 2011 at 8:00 p.m. in the Richard Christiansen Theatre.
Cuccioli, Chumskley, Robins Set for ANY GIVEN MONDAY Reading, 4/4
by Lauren Wolman
- Apr 3, 2011
THE ACTIVE THEATER in association with BUD MARTIN will present Any Given Monday by Bruce Graham on Monday, April 4, 2011 at New World Stages, 2:00pm, in Stage 5. Bud Martin will direct the private reading of the play which was first seen in a co-production between ACT II PLAYHOUSE, Ambler, PA and THEATRE EXILE, Philadelphia, PA. Any Given Monday was the recipient of the 2010 Barrymore Award for Best New Play.
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