Berkeley Rep Premieres THE HOUSE THAT WILL NOT STAND, Now thru 3/16
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 31, 2014
Berkeley Repertory Theatre announces the world premiere of The House that will not Stand, a historical comedic drama commissioned from award-winning poet-playwright and Oakland native Marcus Gardley. Sensuous, witty, heartbreaking, and uplifting - The House that will not Stand unearths a story about free women of color in 1836 New Orleans, where black Creole women entered into common-law marriages with affluent white men. When her wealthy lover mysteriously dies, Beartrice Albans' foundation of security hangs precariously by a thread. She is left to fend for her three unwed daughters in a world where freedom must be carefully negotiated. Told in a rich and lyrical river of words, this new play was developed through The Ground Floor: Berkeley Rep's Center for the Creation and Development of New Work. It's helmed by Patricia McGregor, whose many credits include the celebrated production of Spunk at California Shakespeare Theater. The House that will not Stand begins previews on Berkeley Rep's intimate Thrust Stage today, January 31, opens on Wednesday, February 5 and runs through Sunday, March 16, 2014.
Photo Flash: First Look at 10th Anniversary Under the Radar Festival Productions, Kicking Off 1/8
by Tyler Peterson
- Jan 2, 2014
The Public Theater begins performances for the 10th Anniversary of the world-renowned UNDER THE RADAR FESTIVAL on Wednesday, January 8. A highly-anticipated program of The Public Theater's winter season, the 2014 UNDER THE RADAR FESTIVAL will include artists from across the U.S. and around the world, including 600 HIGHWAYMEN, Lola Arias, Edgar Oliver, tg STAN, SKaGeN, Andrew Ondrejcak, John Hodgman, Sekou Sundiata, Roger Guenveur Smith, Toshi Reagon, and Reg E. Cathey who has joined the cast of FEAST. Check out a first look at the productions!
Berkeley Rep to Premiere THE HOUSE THAT WILL NOT STAND, 1/31-3/16
by BWW News Desk
- Dec 30, 2013
Berkeley Repertory Theatre announces the world premiere of The House that will not Stand, a historical comedic drama commissioned from award-winning poet-playwright and Oakland native Marcus Gardley. Sensuous, witty, heartbreaking, and uplifting - The House that will not Stand unearths a story about free women of color in 1836 New Orleans, where black Creole women entered into common-law marriages with affluent white men. When her wealthy lover mysteriously dies, Beartrice Albans' foundation of security hangs precariously by a thread. She is left to fend for her three unwed daughters in a world where freedom must be carefully negotiated. Told in a rich and lyrical river of words, this new play was developed through The Ground Floor: Berkeley Rep's Center for the Creation and Development of New Work. It's helmed by Patricia McGregor, whose many credits include the celebrated production of Spunk at California Shakespeare Theater. The House that will not Stand begins previews on Berkeley Rep's intimate Thrust Stage on Friday, January 31, opens on Wednesday, February 5 and runs through Sunday, March 16, 2014.
California Shakespeare Theater Presents A WINTER'S TALE, Now thru 10/20
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 25, 2013
California Shakespeare Theater has announced it will conclude its 2013 season with one of Shakespeare's rarely-performed gems, A Winter's Tale. Directed by Patricia McGregor and choreographed by Paloma McGregor, the sister team responsible for last season's critical and popular hit, Spunk, A Winter's Tale plays at the Bruns Amphitheater from tonight, September 25 through October 20.
Roberto Fonseca to Play the Highline Ballroom, 9/23; Releases YO Album, 8/27
by BWW News Desk
- Aug 19, 2013
Cuban-born pianist and composer Roberto Fonseca's new album Yo will be released August 27 on Concord Jazz. In celebration Fonseca will tour the U.S. with Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club, as well as performing his own headlining shows along the way. See below for album tracklist and tour dates.
BLESSING THE BOATS: THE REMIX Plays TPAC, Now thru 6/30
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 27, 2013
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, in partnership with Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC), presents blessing the boats: the remix, a re-imagining of an original play written and performed by Sekou Sundiata, performing today, June 27-29 at 8pm and June 30 at 3pm at TPAC, Theater 2 (199 Chambers Street). This performance has been co-commissioned by LMCC and BMCC, presented as part ofBlink Your Eyes: Sekou Sundiata Revisited, a citywide retrospective produced by MAPP International Productions, and as part of the River To River Festival 2013.Tickets are FREE, but first come, first served - box office opens 45 min. prior to curtain.
River To River Festival Presents BLESSING THE BOATS, 6/27-6/30
by Kristin Salaky
- Jun 21, 2013
First come, first served - box office opens 45 min. prior to curtain
blessing the boats: the remix is a re-imagining of Sekou Sundiata's acclaimed solo theater work, blessing the boats. Director Rhodessa Jones revisits Sundiata's story of life-threatening illness and recovery as told through the unique interplay of three poet/performers: Will Power, Carl Hancock Rux, and Mike Ladd. These compelling voices revive Sundiata's incisive writing, finding the universal in the particular and exploring the ritual, humor and compassion of his play. This remix encompasses language, music, and visual projections of healing and hope.
BLESSING THE BOATS: THE REMIX to Play TPAC, 6/27-30
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 10, 2013
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, in partnership with Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC), presents blessing the boats: the remix, a re-imagining of an original play written and performed by Sekou Sundiata, performing on June 27-29 at 8pm and June 30 at 3pm at TPAC, Theater 2 (199 Chambers Street).
BECKY SHAW Plays Round House Theatre, Now thru 6/23
by BWW News Desk
- May 29, 2013
Round House Theatre concludes its 2013 Bethesda season with the area premiere of Becky Shaw, which runs tonight, May 29 thru June 23. Patricia McGregor makes her Round House directing debut with this comedy by Gina Gionfriddo, which was an Off-Broadway smash hit as well as aPulitzer Prize finalist. Opening night is Monday, June 3, 2013.
BECKY SHAW to Play Round House Theatre, 5/29-6/23
by BWW News Desk
- May 2, 2013
Round House Theatre concludes its 2013 Bethesda season with the area premiere of Becky Shaw, which runs May 29 thru June 23. Patricia McGregor makes her Round House directing debut with this comedy by Gina Gionfriddo, which was an Off-Broadway smash hit as well as aPulitzer Prize finalist. Opening night is Monday, June 3, 2013.
RIVER TO RIVER FESTIVAL 2013 Announces Full Lineup; Kicks Off 6/15
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 23, 2013
As part of its 40th Anniversary year, Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC) unveils the 2013 edition of the annual River To River Festival, Downtown's completely free summer arts festival. This year's edition takes place June 15-July 14 and presents a diverse collection of music, dance, theater, visual art, film and unique participatory experiences by both renowned and breakout artists from New York City and beyond.
Harlem Stage Presents QUINTESSENCE: THE HEALING VOICES OF HAITI, 3/8-3/9
by Samantha Vega
- Feb 14, 2013
Haitian singer Emeline Michel celebrates the release of her latest CD, Quintessence, which has been five years in the making, with a glorious display of Creole soul March 8 and 9 at Harlem Stage. Two Haitian writers of note featured on the new recording will perform alongside Michel: novelist Edwidge Danticat and legendary storyteller Jean-Claude Martineau will read their poetry and recite stories about the power of their nation's spirit, backed by a 12-piece band. Classically-trained Haitian tenor James Germain also shares the spotlight, displaying fresh and unexpected aspects of Haiti's diverse culture.
THE MOUNTAINTOP Begins 1/18 at Philadelphia Theatre Company
by Kelsey Denette
- Jan 2, 2013
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the man and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the leader merge in Katori Hall's award-winning drama The Mountaintop, receiving its Philadelphia premiere at Philadelphia Theatre Company on January 18-February 17 at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre (Broad and Lombard Streets). Directed by Patricia McGregor, the two-person cast features Sekou Laidlow and Amirah Vann.
Harlem Stage Adds HOLDING IT DOWN and SLEEP SONG to 30th Anniversary Season
by Kelsey Denette
- Jul 20, 2012
Beginning and concluding its 30th anniversary fall season with works that continue the institution's immersion in issues of national and global import, Harlem Stage will present the premieres of Holding It Down: The Veterans' Dreams Project (September 19-22) and Sleep Song (November 30-December 1).
Harlem Stage Hosts Student Concert of Simón Bolívar Big-Band Jazz Orchestra
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Oct 31, 2011
Harlem Stage, one of the country's leading producers and presenters of performances by artists of color, is organizing New York City's first student concert and educational workshop by the Venezuela-based Simón Bolívar Big-Band Jazz orchestra (SBBBJ) for 1,000 public school children on November 1 at A. Phillip Randolph High School.
Harlem Stage Hosts First Student Concert in U.S. 11/1
by BWW
News Desk
- Nov 1, 2011
Harlem Stage, one of the country's leading producers and presenters of performances by artists of color, is organizing New York City's first student concert and educational workshop by the Venezuela-based Simón Bolívar Big-Band Jazz orchestra (SBBBJ) for 1,000 public school children on November 1 at A. Phillip Randolph High School.
Harlem Stage Hosts First Student Concert in U.S. 11/1
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Oct 24, 2011
Harlem Stage, one of the country's leading producers and presenters of performances by artists of color, is organizing New York City's first student concert and educational workshop by the Venezuela-based Simón Bolívar Big-Band Jazz orchestra (SBBBJ) for 1,000 public school children on November 1 at A. Phillip Randolph High School.
Uptown Nights At Harlem Stage Returns With Nona Hendryx, Christian Scott
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 15, 2011
Following a groundbreaking Spring 2011 season that saw meteoric star Jason Moran bring international acclaim and young scenesters to a night of reimagined Fats Waller music, Uptown Nights at Harlem Stage returns for a third season this fall, with an eclectic lineup of groundbreaking music and bold cultural discourse.
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