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'A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline' Opens 2/8 in Jacksonville
by BWW News Desk - Feb 8, 2012


Seven times Gail Bliss and her show about Patsy Cline's story, A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline, has sold out the Alhambra. Starting February 8, as a command performance, the show will return for the eighth time -- and the final time for Gail Bliss. Chosen from over 600 hopefuls in 1994 to originate the role of Patsy in the initial touring production of "A Closer Walk," singer-songwriter Gail Bliss has made a name for herself all over North America for her work in this role. "A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline" is estate approved - one of only two select productions to be sanctioned by the Patsy Cline Estate managed by Charlie Dick, Patsy Cline's husband. Dick said of Patsy, "she's the best I've ever seen."

A CLOSER WALK WITH PATSY CLINE Starring Gail Bliss
by Beau Higgins - Jan 25, 2012


Seven times Gail Bliss and her show about Patsy Cline's story, A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline, has sold out the Alhambra. Starting February 8, as a command performance, the show will return for the eighth time -- and the final time for Gail Bliss. Chosen from over 600 hopefuls in 1994 to originate the role of Patsy in the initial touring production of "A Closer Walk," singer-songwriter Gail Bliss has made a name for herself all over North America for her work in this role."A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline" is estate approved - one of only two select productions to be sanctioned by the Patsy Cline Estate managed by Charlie Dick, Patsy Cline's husband. Dick said of Gail, "she's the best I've ever seen."

'A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline' Opens 2/8 in Jacksonville
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 19, 2012


Seven times Gail Bliss and her show about Patsy Cline's story, A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline, has sold out the Alhambra. Starting February 8, as a command performance, the show will return for the eighth time -- and the final time for Gail Bliss. Chosen from over 600 hopefuls in 1994 to originate the role of Patsy in the initial touring production of "A Closer Walk," singer-songwriter Gail Bliss has made a name for herself all over North America for her work in this role. "A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline" is estate approved - one of only two select productions to be sanctioned by the Patsy Cline Estate managed by Charlie Dick, Patsy Cline's husband. Dick said of Patsy, "she's the best I've ever seen."

Photo Flash: York Theatre Company's GETTING MY ACT TOGETHER
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 22, 2011


The award-winning York Theatre Company began performances on Sunday, June 19, for the first two titles in its upcoming Musicals in Mufti Series, the York's acclaimed series of musical theatre gems in staged concert performances. Gretchen Cryer and Nancy Ford's late-70s Off-Broadway hit, I'm Getting My Act Together and Taking It on the Road will play in repertory with the world premiere of the show's sequel, Still Getting My Act Together from June 19-26, 2011. Check out photos from the event below!

Photo Coverage: York Theatre Begins Musicals In Mufti Series with 'I'M GETTING MY ACT TOGETHER' & 'STILL GETTING MY ACT TOGETHER' in Rep
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Jun 20, 2011


The award-winning York Theatre Company began performances on Sunday, June 19, for the first two titles in its upcoming Musicals in Mufti Series, the York's acclaimed series of musical theatre gems in staged concert performances. Gretchen Cryer and Nancy Ford's late-70s Off-Broadway hit, I'm Getting My Act Together and Taking It on the Road will play in repertory with the world premiere of the show's sequel, Still Getting My Act Together from June 19-26, 2011. BroadwayWorld was on hand for the opening event and brings you photo coverage below!

York Theatre Company's I'M GETTING MY ACT TOGETHER... and STILL GETTING MY ACT TOGETHER Open Tonight
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 19, 2011


The award-winning York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) presents first two titles in its upcoming Musicals in Mufti Series-the York's acclaimed series of musical theatre gems in staged concert performances.

Erik Hayden Joins New Mufti Musical
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 17, 2011


The award-winning York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) commences performances Sunday, June 19, for the first two titles in its upcoming Musicals in Mufti Series-the York's acclaimed series of musical theatre gems in staged concert performances.

Lisa Birnbaum, Jenn Colella & More Lead York's GETTING MY ACT TOGETHER
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 7, 2011


The award-winning York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) has announced the casts for the first two titles in its upcoming Musicals in Mufti Series-the York's acclaimed series of musical theatre gems in staged concert performances.

Brian d'Arcy James, Alison Case, et al. Set for La Jolla's HANDS ON A HARDBODY Reading
by BWW News Desk - Apr 9, 2011


La Jolla Playhouse will present a reading of its commissioned musical Hands on a Hardbody, written by Pulitzer Prize-winner and 2011 Playhouse Gala Honoree Doug Wright (I Am My Own Wife), Amanda Green (High Fidelity) and Trey Anastasio of the popular band Phish. Directed by Neil Pepe (Speed-the-Plow) and choreographed by Benjamin Millipied (Black Swan), the Hands on a Hardbody reading will take place in New York on April 8th and 9th (by invitation).

Brian d'Arcy James, Alison Case, et al. Set for La Jolla's HANDS ON A HARDBODY Reading
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 7, 2011


La Jolla Playhouse will present a reading of its commissioned musical Hands on a Hardbody, written by Pulitzer Prize-winner and 2011 Playhouse Gala Honoree Doug Wright (I Am My Own Wife), Amanda Green (High Fidelity) and Trey Anastasio of the popular band Phish. Directed by Neil Pepe (Speed-the-Plow) and choreographed by Benjamin Millipied (Black Swan), the Hands on a Hardbody reading will take place in New York on April 8th and 9th (by invitation).

Photo Coverage: York Theatre Mufti Series- I Love My Wife
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 23, 2010


The award-winning York Theatre Company's I Love My Wife (playing October 22-24, 2010), is the final show in its Fall 2010 Musicals in Mufti concert series.

Blickenstaff, Barber Lead York's I LOVE MY WIFE 10/22-24
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2010


The award-winning York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) has announced complete casting for I Love My Wife (playing October 22-24, 2010), the final show in its Fall 2010 Musicals in Mufti concert series.

Photo Flash: The York Theatre Company Begins Rehearsals For I LOVE MY WIFE
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 21, 2010


The award-winning York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) has announced complete casting for I Love My Wife (playing October 22-24, 2010), the final show in its Fall 2010 Musicals in Mufti concert series.

Blickenstaff, Barber Lead York's I LOVE MY WIFE 10/22-24
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 18, 2010


The award-winning York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) has announced complete casting for I Love My Wife (playing October 22-24, 2010), the final show in its Fall 2010 Musicals in Mufti concert series.

Barber, Blickenstaff, Grisetti et al. Lead I LOVE MY WIFE for Mufti
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 18, 2010


The award-winning York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) has announced complete casting for I Love My Wife (playing October 22-24, 2010), the final show in its Fall 2010 Musicals in Mufti concert series.

Golden Boy of the Blue Ridge Releases CD, Cast Celebrates Tonight at Rosie O’Grady's
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 30, 2010


Prospect Theater Company (Cara Reichel, Producing Artistic Director / Melissa Huber, Managing Director) is pleased to announce a special CD release party for the original cast recording of the new bluegrass musical, Golden Boy of the Blue Ridge on June 30 at 7:30 p.m. upstairs at Rosie O'Grady's Restaurant (149 West 46th Street).

Photo Coverage: Gretna Theatre's THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES To Close 6/13
by Lauren Wolman - Jun 12, 2010


Gretna Theatre's regional premiere production of THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES will conclude its run Sunday, June 13. Stephen Nachamie directed and choreographed and the show features Lynn Craig, Allyssa Schmitt, Casey Shea and Lauryl Trenholme-Pihl.

Golden Boy of the Blue Ridge: Unlikely Heroes and Cowards in Appalachia
by Jena Tesse Fox - Apr 20, 2009


Peter Mills' latest musical draws its inspiration from JM Synge's controversial 1907 play.

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