Vs. Theatre Company Presents LA Premiere of THE MERCY SEAT, 3/19-4/24
by BWW
News Desk
- Mar 19, 2011
The Mercy Seat - Vs. Theatre Company presents the Los Angeles premiere of Neil LaBute's scathing, trenchant and caustically funny examination of opportunism in the face of tragedy. Set on September 12, 2001, less than twenty-four hours after terrorists brought down the World Trade Center, The Mercy Seat introduces us to lovers Ben and Abby.
ART Presents Amy Brenneman in MOUTH WIDE OPEN 5/24-29
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Mar 18, 2011
The American Repertory Theater is pleased to welcome actress Amy Brenneman back onto the Loeb Stage, with her autobiographical show Mouth Wide Open, created with longtime collaborator Sabrina Peck.
Rolff Comes to PS 255 with BookPALS to Read Dr. Seuss Favorite, 3/18
by BWW News Desk
- Mar 18, 2011
Heather Jane Rolff (Shrek the Musical, Cartoon Network), makes her Broadway play debut this spring in the pivotal role of ‘Helen' alongside Dane Cook, Josh Hamilton and Julia Stiles, completing the cast for the first Broadway production of Neil LaBute's FAT PIG.
LaBute's FAT PIG Loses Investor; Delays to 2011-12
by Robert Diamond
- Mar 17, 2011
FAT PIG, which was scheduled to receive a Broadway production this spring at the Belasco Theatre, will postpone its Broadway bow until next season. The postponement is due to the last-minute fallout of a key investment. This did not leave the producers enough time to reacquire the necessary capital and begin rehearsals on schedule to open prior to the Tony Awards cutoff date.
3/17 & 18 Are Pay-What-You-Can Previews for THE MERCY SEAT
by Amber Cassell
- Mar 17, 2011
What if you were suddenly faced with the now-or-never chance to leave your spouse for your lover, no messy strings attached? Would you take it? Michelle Clunie (Queer as Folk) and Vs. Theatre Company artistic director Johnny Clark star in the Los Angeles premiere of The Mercy Seat, Neil LaBute's caustically funny examination of opportunism in the wake of tragedy. Ron Klier directs a six-week run, opening March 19 at [Inside] the Ford. Pay-what-you-can previews take place on March 17 and 18.
Rolff Comes to PS 255 with BookPALS to Read Dr. Seuss Favorite, 3/18
by Meghan Schuler
- Mar 16, 2011
Heather Jane Rolff (Shrek the Musical, Cartoon Network), makes her Broadway play debut this spring in the pivotal role of ‘Helen' alongside Dane Cook, Josh Hamilton and Julia Stiles, completing the cast for the first Broadway production of Neil LaBute's FAT PIG.
Review Roundup: IN A FOREST DARK AND DEEP
by Nicole Rosky
- Mar 16, 2011
LOST star Matthew Fox and THE GHOST WRITER's Olivia Williams star in the world premiere production of Neil LaBute's IN A FOREST, DARK AND DEEP. LaBute directs the production, which began previews at the West End Vaudeville theater on March 3, 2011 and opens on March 14, 2011. The show will play 12 weeks.
Neil LaBute Creates Reasons to Feel Yucky
by Nancy Grossman
- Mar 16, 2011
SpeakEasy Stage Company completes LaBute's "Beauty Trilogy" with New England premiere of 'reasons to be pretty.' Director Paul Melone is a master of these character-driven dramas, leaving no stone unturned to portray the unattractive obsessions of four young beauty-seekers.
Open Fist Theatre's PROOF Extends Through 3/24
by Kelsey Denette
- Mar 15, 2011
The Open Fist Theatre Company and The Aquila Morong Studio are thrilled to announce the extension of their co-production, PROOF, written by David Auburn and directed by John Hindman. PROOF has extended to Thursday, March 24 at 8pm and will run Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, at the Open Fist Theatre, 6209 Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood.
Logan Marshall-Green on Board for PROMETHEUS Film
by Nicole Rosky
- Mar 15, 2011
According to Variety, stage veteran Logan Marshall-Green is set to join Ridley Scott's newest project Prometheus. Production for the film begins this spring. Also set to star in the movie are Noomi Rapace, Michael Fassbender and Charlize Theron.
MCC's MISCAST Honors Tomei, Schreiber, Busch et al. 3/14; Bravo's Andy Cohen Hosts
by BWW News Desk
- Mar 14, 2011
MCC Theater (Robert LuPone, Bernard Telsey, Artistic Directors; William Cantler, Associate Artistic Director; Blake West, Executive Director) will celebrate the company's 25th anniversary by honoring a host of MCC artists past and present at Miscast 2011. This highly anticipated annual gala will take place on Monday, March 14, 2011 at The Hammerstein Ballroom (311 West 34th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues). Andy Cohen (Host of Bravo TV's 'Watch What Happens Live') will host the evening. David Duchovny (star of the recent MCC Theater hit, The Break of Noon), Téa Leoni, Hugh Dancy (star of yet another recent MCC hit, The Pride) and Claire Danes are this year's honorary chairs. Funds raised from Miscast help MCC Theater produce some of the most talked-about new work Off Broadway and support their Youth Company and in-school partnerships that serve New York City public high school students, as well as their literary development work with emerging playwrights.
Profiles Theatre Presents reasons to be pretty, Closes 3/13
by BWW News Desk
- Mar 13, 2011
In reasons to be pretty, Greg's tight-knit social circle is thrown into turmoil when his offhand remarks about a female coworker's pretty face and his own girlfriend Steph's lack thereof get back to Steph. But that's just the beginning.
Kathy Griffin's Hilarious PLAYBILL Bio
by Robert Diamond
- Mar 12, 2011
Dishing on all pop culture and shining a light on inappropriate water cooler talk 'Kathy Griffin WANTS A TONY' will feature all new material about her hilarious observations and run-ins with celebrities. The show is subject to change nightly depending on what Kathy decides is the news of the day. Let's just say Broadway may never be the same again! Tickets are priced from $61.50 to $121.50 for all performances and are on sale now!
FLASH FRIDAY: Send In The Clowns (x5)
by Robert Diamond
- Mar 11, 2011
Today, in honor of this week's InDepth InterView with Kathy Griffin celebrating her Broadway debut in KATHY GRIFFIN WANTS A TONY - which opens tonight - we are taking a look at the impressive list of comedic talents who will be virtually taking over the Great White Way this Spring. In addition to Griffin, two of the biggest comedians in the country, Dane Cook and Chris Rock, will also be settling in to a Broadway run in Neil LaBute's FAT PIG and Stephen Adly Guirgis's THE MOTHERF*CKER WITH THE HAT, respectively; and two of the biggest actor/comedians on the planet, Ben Stiller and Robin Williams, will be appearing in dramatic roles in the revival of John Guare's THE HOUSE OF BLUE LEAVES and the new play THE BENGAL TIGER AT THE BAGHDAD ZOO, respectively. Perhaps more than any other moment in Broadway history, we're sending in the clowns - in more ways than one! Five, to be precise.
THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: March 6-11
by Nicole Rosky
- Mar 11, 2011
Whether you've been living under a rock for the past week, or you're just in the mood for a recap of everything theatre, BroadwayWorld's new feature, ‘This Week in Pictures' is here to satisfy your end of the week fix. Take a look below to catch up on the latest from the Great White Way to the West End (and everywhere in between) with coverage of press events, rehearsals, opening nights and more!
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