Mandy Greenfield News

Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) announced three productions for Manhattan Theatre Club's upcoming 2011-2012 theatrical season.

Manhattan Theatre Club's New York premiere of THE WHIPPING MAN, the acclaimed new play by Matthew Lopez, directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes, will close on April 10 after 3 extensions. THE WHIPPING MAN opened on Tuesday to rave reviews at MTC at New York City Center - Stage I (131 West 55th Street).

Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Artistic Director) are pleased to announce casting for Manhattan Theatre Club's upcoming world premiere of Daniel Goldfarb's play CRADLE AND ALL directed by Tony nominee Sam Buntrock.

Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Artistic Director) are pleased to announce casting for Manhattan Theatre Club's upcoming world premiere of Daniel Goldfarb's play CRADLE AND ALL directed by Tony nominee Sam Buntrock. The two-person cast will feature Tony nominee Maria Dizzia (In The Next Room, or The Vibrator Play; The Drunken City) and Greg Keller (33 Variations in Los Angeles, The Seagull at CSC).

André Braugher and playwright Matthew Lopez will appear on NY-1's 'Onstage' to talk about Manhattan Theatre Club's New York premiere of THE WHIPPING MAN, the acclaimed new play by Lopez, directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes. NY-1's 'On Stage' airs Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 AM and 7:30 PM; Monday at 9:30 PM; and Tuesday morning at 12:30 AM.

Manhattan Theatre Club's New York premiere of THE WHIPPING MAN, the acclaimed new play by Matthew Lopez, directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes, announced today that due to popular demand, the limited engagement has been extended for a third time with tickets now on sale through Sunday, April 10.

The Manhattan Theatre Club opened the New York Premiere of THE WHIPPING MAN, the acclaimed new play by Matthew Lopez, directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes, last night, February 1. The show has extended twice and is now selling through March 27. The show runs at New York City Center-Stage I. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the opening and brings you coverage below.

The Manhattan Theatre Club New York premiere of THE WHIPPING MAN, the acclaimed new play by Matthew Lopez, directed by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes, announced today that due to popular demand, the limited engagement has been extended again with tickets now on sale through Sunday, March 27. This marks the second extension for THE WHIPPING MAN as the show prepares to open today, Tuesday February 1, at MTC at New York City Center-Stage I (131 West 55th Street).

Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director), and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) announced the Manhattan Theatre Club world premiere of THE EXTINCTION METHOD, the new play by Daniel Goldfarb (Sarah, Sarah; Modern Orthodox) directed by Tony Award nominee Sam Buntrock (Sunday in the Park with George).

Lynne Meadow, Artistic Director and Barry Grove, Executive Producer of Manhattan Theatre Club announce that Mandy Greenfield will assume the title of Artistic Producer in January 2011.

According to the New York Times, in January, Manhattan Theater Club will promote Mandy Greenfield to artistic director. The position is currently being occupied by 64 year old Lynne Meadow, who has been artistic director since 1972. In a recent interview, Meadow told NY Times that 'Greenfield would take the lead in selecting, developing and mounting work for the club's Off Broadway stage at City Center.'

Pulitzer Prize winner and Brooklyn native Lynn Nottage was honored by Speaker of the New York City Council The Honorable Christine C. Quinn, Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz and New York City Council Member Letitia James following the Tuesday, August 11 performance of RUINED at Manhattan Theatre Club at New York City Center- Stage I (131 West 55th Street).

Multiple Drama Desk and Tony Award winning actor/writer Harvey Fierstein was host for the 54th Annual Drama Desk Awards ceremony. BroadwayWorld's cameras were there for the post-awards celebration in the press room.

Lynn Nottage, whose acclaimed new play RUINED is currently playing an extended engagement at Manhattan Theatre Club, won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for the celebrated work. BroadwayWorld.com was there as she celebrated the emotional win!

Our series on 'women who run the show' concludes with MTC's artistic director, Lynne Meadow, and associate AD, Mandy Greenfield.

Nominated for the 2008 Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards, 'From Up Here' premiered at Manhattan Theatre Club this spring with a flurry of praise for a great cast, engaging story and an impressive new playwright... Liz Flahive!

Manhattan Theatre Club's production of Itamar Moses' The Four Of Us officially opened last night, Tuesday, March 25 at New York City Center - Stage II (131 West 55th Street). The production began previews on Thursday, March 6. Directed by Pam MacKinnon (Peter and Jerry, Bach at Leipzig), the two-person cast features Gideon Banner and Michael Esper. When Benjamin's (Banner) first novel vaults him into literary stardom, his friend David (Esper), a struggling playwright, is thrilled for his newfound success...or is he? Should Benjamin help David by using his new connections? Can David even expect such favors from his friend? And, most importantly, who should pay for lunch? The Four Of Us is a poignant new play about friendship and memory, the gap between our stories and our lives, and what happens when your dreams come true - for your best friend. The creative team for The Four Of Us includes David Zinn (scenic and costume design), Russell H. Champa (lighting design), and Daniel Baker (sound design). Itamar Moses' The Four Of Us was named 'Outstanding New Play' at the 2008 San Diego Critics Circle Awards. Tickets for The Four Of Us are available by calling CityTix at (212) 581-1212, online at NYCityCenter.org, or in person at the New York City Center box office (131 West 55th Street, between 6th and 7th Avenue). Tickets are $50.00. Group and student rates are also available. For group ticket information, call (212) 399-3000 x 4132. Student tickets are $25 and will be on sale for all performances based on availability on the day of the performance, up to one hour before showtime. Call (212) 581-1212 for further information. MTC at New York City Center is accessible to people with disabilities and is equipped with a hearing augmentation system. For information on how to subscribe please visit www.ManhattanTheatreClub.com

Manhattan Theatre Club Artistic Director Lynne Meadow and Executive Producer Barry Grove announced that Jerry Patch will be joining MTC's artistic team as the company's new Director of Artistic Development.

Lynne Meadow, Artistic Director and Barry Grove, Executive Producer, announces that Meadow has appointed Paige Evans and Mandy Greenfield to the position of Associate Artistic Director of Manhattan Theatre Club

Manhattan Theatre Club has announced its new 'After Words' discussion series at the Biltmore Theatre, which launches Saturday, January 20th following the 2pm performance.