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Date of Death: December 22, 1989

Birth Place: Foxrock, County Dublin, IRELAND

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Chicago Theatres Celebrate Women's History Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2023


Throughout Women’s History Month this March, many Chicago theatres are presenting productions that encourage and celebrate the vital role of women in American history.

BLACK AND GIFTED - a New Exhibition of Material From the Riverside Studios Archive to Run This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2023


BLACK AND GIFTED is the first large-scale exhibition of material from Riverside’s archive collection, curated by Creative Associate Reuben Esson-Parkes, running from Monday 13 March - Sunday 16 April.

Samuel Beckett's HAPPY DAYS To Be Presented For Limited Engagement at City Lit Theater This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2023


A limited engagement of Samuel Beckett's absurdist masterpiece 'Happy Days' will be presented by KB Productions March 17-April 2 at City Lit Theater.

The North/South Chamber Orchestra Presents AMERICAN PROMISE
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2023


The North/South Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Max Lifchitz performs five recent works by living composers from the US and around the world on Thursday evening, February 23, 2023.

Original Theatre Presents The Stage Tour Of Shomit Dutta's STUMPED
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2023


With a game of cricket and two of the greatest playwrights at its heart, Original Theatre's stage premiere of Shomit Dutta's witty new play Stumped will tour in 2023 to Theatre Royal Bath (23 – 27 May), Cambridge Arts Theatre (5 – 10 June) and Hampstead Theatre (16 June – 22 July). 

Broadway Buying Guide: February 13, 2023
by Team BWW - Feb 13, 2023


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 13, 2023.

ENDGAME and THE SMUGGLER Extended at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2023


Irish Repertory Theatre has announced extensions for the first two productions of their 2023 season. 

Odyssey Presents the U.S. Premiere of YAACOBI & LEIDENTAL Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 8, 2023


Odyssey Theatre Ensemble presents the U.S. premiere of Yaacobi & Leidental, a funny, provocative romp with music written by Israeli playwright Hanoch Levin and featuring songs by Alex Kagan.

Broadway Buying Guide: February 6, 2023
by Team BWW - Feb 6, 2023


Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, February 6, 2023.

THE ROSE TATTOO, WAITING FOR GODOT & More Set for The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey 2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2023


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey has announced its roster of productions for its 61st season — featuring an eclectic mix of comedy, romance, historical drama, and a fantastical holiday offering.

Photos: First Look at Bill Irwin, John Douglas Thompson & More in ENDGAME at Irish Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2023


Get a first look at photos of Samuel Beckett's Endgame, now on stage at Irish Repertory Theatre!

Review: Samuel Beckett's ENDGAME at the Washington Stage Guild
by Morgan Musselman - Feb 1, 2023


Now through February 19, the Washington Stage Guild presents Samuel Beckett’s eerie and philosophical single-act tragicomedy, ENDGAME, directed by Alan Wade. Bill Largess, Matty Griffiths, David Bryan Jackson, and Rosemary Regan captivate audiences as their characters grapple with existence within a desolate post-apocalyptic world.

US Premiere of Mark O'Halloran's CONVERSATIONS AFTER SEX to Open at Irish Arts Center in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 26, 2023


Irish Arts Center will present the U.S. premiere of THISISPOPBABY’s Conversations After Sex, written by Mark O’Halloran and directed by Tom Creed. Performances take place February 22-March 11.

ENDGAME at Washington Stage Guild
by BWW Special Offer - Jan 31, 2023


Special Offer: The Irish are coming to D.C.!

THE SIGN IN SIDNEY BRUSTEIN'S WINDOW & More Lead Top Off-Broadway Shows for February 2023
by Team BWW - Feb 1, 2023


What's happening off-Broadway? BroadwayWorld is helping you pick what to see next by rounding up our top recommended theatre each month. Coming up off-Broadway this February is a a classic revival, a New York City premiere, and so much more!

Eric Hoffman & Ken Hatfield's STIRRINGS STILL Vocal and Guitar Duet Album Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2023


ARTHUR CIRCLE MUSIC has released Stirrings Still, an intimate set of duets for voice and guitar, available on CD, digital download, and streaming, with a vinyl edition to follow in June 2023.

Interview: Joe Grifasi & Patrice Johnson Chevannes on the Many Facets of Samuel Beckett's ENDGAME
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2023


Read BroadwayWorld's interview with the stars of Samuel Beckett's Endgame at Irish Repertory Theatre, Joe Grifasi and Patrice Johnson Chevannes!

Black Mountain College Museum and Arts Center Presents MORTON FELDMAN: TRIADIC MEMORIES AND PIANO & STRING QUARTET Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2023


Amy Williams performs Morton Feldman's Triadic Memories and JACK Quartet performs Morton Feldman's Piano & String Quartet featuring Amy Williams. Learn more about both performances here!

Feature: THE REALISTIC JONESES at Rubicon Theatre Company
by Anna Jensen - Jan 23, 2023


In an unnamed mountain town, two neighboring couples share the last name, 'Jones.' As they become better acquainted with one another, they discover further commonalities, both comic and poignant.

Singer-Songwriter Judy Collins Will Join in Q&A at Food For Thought Productions
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2023


FOOD FOR THOUGHT PRODUCTIONS, now in its 22nd year, continues celebrating the oft-neglected one-act play and theatre at its best with Award-winning actors, writers and directors, with a unique production set for its 2023 Season Opener on January 23rd.

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