Mark Twain News

Porchlight Music Theatre presents the highly anticipated new musical MEET JOHN DOE, based on the film of the same name by Frank Capra, for the final performance on April 17, 2011 at Stage 773, 1225 W. Belmont, Chicago. The production is Directed and Choreographed by James Beaudry, Artistic Director at Timber Lake Playhouse.

Something WICKED this way comes as part of the exciting Broadway In Birmingham 2011-2012 season of performing arts events.

Lily Tomlin, one of America's foremost comediennes, is bringing her beloved characters, including six-year-old Edith Ann, telephone operator Ernestine and many others, to Salt Lake City in an all-new show, performing at Kingsbury Hall on Saturday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m.

Algonquin Seaport Theater presents 'An Afternoon with Mark Twain', featuring Ron Crawford, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1pm throughout April and May.

Carlos Mencia, Bill Cosby and Bill Engvall get the summer in gear with performances at Treasure Island Theatre, beginning May 6.

After a sold-out run last November, Theater for the New City (Crystal Field, Executive Director) is proud to present, back by popular demand, ONLY LOVE WILL DO - A GayStraigt RomCom, written by Walt Stepp (Lightin' Out-A Mark Twain Musical, Why We Shot Jack-The Conspirators' Drama), from April 14th thru May 1st. Lissa Moira once again directs this Freudian Fandango of gay/straight romantic dramedy/sexploration.

Classic Stage Company (CSC), under the leadership of Artistic Director Brian Kulick and Executive Director Jessica R. Jenen, will present David Ives' new comedy, THE SCHOOL FOR LIES, adapted from the Molière classic The Misanthrope, directed by Tony Award winner Walter Bobbie, beginning performances Wednesday, April 13 at CSC (136 East 13th Street) for a limited engagement through Sunday, May 22

Artistic Director Marc Masterson and Managing Director Jennifer Bielstein are pleased to announce Actors Theatre's 48th season lineup. 'The 2011-2012 upcoming Brown-Forman series is an exciting multi-faceted program which includes the staging of two classic novels; a heartwarming and honest exploration of the personal impact of war; a three-time Tony Award-nominated play about love, longing, and science, and the regional premiere of an Off-Broadway hit. Plus, an exciting line up of new plays in the 36th Annual Humana Festival and the return of three holiday favorites', said Masterson on his final season selection as Artistic Director of Actors Theatre. 'Actors Theatre has a fantastic team of staff with whom I have worked with for many years and in whose experience and incredible expertise I have confidence to successfully realize my final season.'

Red Mountain Theatre Company's Young Artist Series presents Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn on April 7-10, 2011, at the RMTC Cabaret Theatre (301 19th Street North).

Join the Windham Theatre Guild on April 29 & 30 at the Burton Leavitt Theatre for a delightful evening of Broadway music. ‘‘Oh, What A Night' is a great name and an apt description of the 2011 Windham Theatre Guild Broadway Chorus show that we have planned for you. We have chosen our music from 4 terrific shows, all which have won the ‘Best Musical of the Year' Tony Award, to create a truly outstanding musical experience that spans 45 years of Broadway excellence.

Lily Tomlin & Jane Wagner present CARLIE & DONI 'HELP SAVE THE THEATRE' - a one-hour irreverent musical comedy extravaganza featuring comedy/music duo Carlie and Doni, hosted by Lily Tomlin at Santa Monica Playhouse, one night only, Friday, April 8, 2011 at 8:00 pm.

Playhouse on Park is proud to present stop/time dance theater in a new production, titled 'Swing Set.'

Red Mountain Theatre Company's Young Artist Series presents Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn on April 7-10, 2011, at the RMTC Cabaret Theatre (301 19th Street North).

Despite the challenges of a continuously struggling economy and a sparse downtown population, Sea Tea Improv has had no trouble knocking nineteen monthly shows out of the park. On Sunday, April 3rd, Sea Tea will celebrate the twenty consecutive monthly shows that launched them into the Hartford Arts scene

Artistic Director Marc Masterson and Managing Director Jennifer Bielstein are pleased to announce Actors Theatre's 48th season lineup. 'The 2011-2012 upcoming Brown-Forman series is an exciting multi-faceted program which includes the staging of two classic novels; a heartwarming and honest exploration of the personal impact of war; a three-time Tony Award-nominated play about love, longing, and science, and the regional premiere of an Off-Broadway hit. Plus, an exciting line up of new plays in the 36th Annual Humana Festival and the return of three holiday favorites', said Masterson on his final season selection as Artistic Director of Actors Theatre.

In just a little over three weeks since taking over the former Champs Shoe Store at the South Street Seaport, the Algonquin Seaport Theater opens for business this April 1st.

Park Square Theatre's mid-season highlight is a new, ambitious staging of Harper Lee's TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, directed by David Mann (Sherlock Holmes & the Case of the Jersey Lily; Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde) and presented in repertory (during the week of April 11) with Naked Darrow, Park Square's commission of a fresh portrayal of Clarence Darrow written and performed by actor/historian Gary Anderson (Search for Justice).

The Denver Center Theatre Company has announced its lineup of shows for the 2011/12 season.

Lily Tomlin & Jane Wagner present CARLIE & DONI 'HELP SAVE THE THEATRE' - a one-hour irreverent musical comedy extravaganza featuring comedy/music duo Carlie and Doni, hosted by Lily Tomlin at Santa Monica Playhouse, one night only, Friday, April 8, 2011 at 8:00 pm.

Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins starring two-time Tony and Oscar nominee Kathleen Turner is the first production announced as part of the Geffen Playhouse's 2011/2012 season.