Laurence Olivier News

On January 23, 2012 The Old Vic will be hosting a Gala evening of entertainment, Old Vic New York, at Gotham Hall, New York City. Hosted by Stephen Fry, the evening will include a number of British and American personalities taking to the stage, as part of this one off theatrical extravaganza led by Kevin Spacey.

Is Shakespeare's ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA headed for a high-profile Australian production? In a two-day workshop for Sydney Theatre Company, the lead roles in the classic play were taken on by Richard Roxburgh and Cate Blanchett, respectively, and the Sydney Morning Herald reports that the company is seeking to mount a full scale production.

The Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance Company will present the world premiere of Jones' "Story/Time" at Peak Performances at Montclair State University, January 21-22 & 26-29. "Story/Time" marks Jones' third commission from Peak.

Alive Theatre proudly presents Orson's Shadow by Austin Pendleton, directed by Ricci Dedola, the first in their 2012 Collaborative series at the Long Beach Playhouse's Studio Theatre.

Nicholas Hytner's five star award-winning production of One Man, Two Guvnors will transfer to the Theatre Royal Haymarket (2 March - 1 September 2012) after two sell-out record-breaking runs at the National and Adelphi Theatres. Joining the previously announced Owain Arthur as lovable chancer Francis Henshall are Jodie Prenger and Hannah Spearritt who play Dolly and Pauline respectively.

FEINSTEIN'S AT LOEWS REGENCY, the nightclub proclaimed "Best of New York" by New York Magazine and "an invaluable New York institution" by The New York Post will continue its Winter/Spring 2012 season with the debut of Emmy nominated dancer and singer, MARK BALLAS. The show will celebrate the release of Mark's debut album "HurtLoveBox." With guitar influences ranging from Kurt Cobain, Paco de Lucia, Gypsy Kings, John Mayer and Eric Clapton, the recording is an intimate, personal journey of the trials and tribulations of life and relationships. His rhythmic style and soulful melodies showcase his talent not only as an accomplished singer, but also as a skilled guitar player. The show will run for one night only - Sunday, January 29 - at the Loews Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue at 61st Street).

Alan Bennett's PEOPLE will make its National Theatre debut this October, The Daily Mail's Baz Bamigboye confirms today.

The Open Fist Theatre Company has announced the next production in their 2012 season, MOON OVER BUFFALO, written by Ken Ludwig and directed by Bjørn Johnson, featuring fight choreography by B.H. Barry.

Alive Theatre is set to present Orson's Shadow by Austin Pendleton, directed by Ricci Dedola, the first in the 2012 Collaborative series at the Long Beach Playhouse's Studio Theatre.

The Open Fist Theatre Company has announced the next production in their 2012 season, MOON OVER BUFFALO, written by Ken Ludwig and directed by Bjørn Johnson, featuring fight choreography by B.H. Barry.

On January 23, 2012 The Old Vic will be hosting a Gala evening of entertainment, Old Vic New York, at Gotham Hall, New York City. Hosted by Stephen Fry, the evening will include a number of British and American personalities taking to the stage, as part of this one off theatrical extravaganza led by Kevin Spacey.

Bijan Sheibani will direct Federico Garcia Lorca's The House of Bernarda Alba running at the Almeida Theatre from 19 January - 10 March 2012, with press night on 26 January at 7pm.

Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) announced today casting for its 25th Anniversary Season production of The Feast: an intimate Tempest, an original CST commission and artistic collaboration with Redmoon.

The Shakespeare Theatre Company welcomes former STC Associate Director PJ Paparelli who will direct and put a new twist on Shakespeare's earliest romantic comedy, The Two Gentlemen of Verona.

The Shakespeare Theatre Company welcomes former STC Associate Director PJ Paparelli who will direct and put a new twist on Shakespeare's earliest romantic comedy, The Two Gentlemen of Verona.

The Open Fist Theatre Company has announced the next production in their 2012 season, MOON OVER BUFFALO, written by Ken Ludwig and directed by Bjørn Johnson, featuring fight choreography by B.H. Barry.

Broadway's landmark musical event THE LION KING is pleased to welcome PATRICK R. BROWN as Scar, beginning performances Monday, January 16. Making his Broadway debut, Brown previously played the role of Scar in the Singapore production of THE LION KING. Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions, THE LION KING is playing at Broadway's Minskoff Theatre (200 West 45th Street). For tickets, show information and performance schedule, call Ticketmaster's Disney on Broadway hotline at 866-870-2717 or visit online, LionKing.com.

Michael Attenborough will direct Eduardo de Filippo's Filumena in a new English version by Tanya Ronder running at the Almeida from 15 March - 12 May 2012, with press night on 22 March at 7pm. Designs are by Robert Jones, with lighting by Tim Mitchell and sound by John Leonard. Filumena is sponsored by Pinsent Masons.