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PFP to Stage Jeff Talbott's THE SUBMISSION, 10/12-11/25
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 3, 2014

Pride Films and Plays will follow up its sold-out Jeff Recommended run of Terrence McNally's Some Men with the Chicago premiere of The Submission by Jeff Talbott, winner of the 2011 Laurent's/Hatcher Award and the Outer Circle's John Gassner Award for Best New Play in 2012. The dynamic new work runs October 12 through November 25 at the Apollo Studio Theatre, 2540 N. Lincoln.

REEFER MADNESS to Open 9/13 at Warner Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 3, 2014

The Warner Stage Company's 2014-15 season opens with Reefer Madness in the Warner's Nancy Marine Studio Theatre September 13th at 8 pm.

Soho Rep & PlayCo to Present GENERATIONS, 9/30-10/26
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 3, 2014

Soho Rep. and The Play Company, in association with John Adrian Selzer, announce casting and the creative team for the U.S. premiere of debbie tucker green's generations. The production, September 30-October 26, reunites the playwright with director Leah C. Gardiner, who worked together on the OBIE Award-winning 2011 production of born bad. generations features a 12-person community chorus led by music director Bongi Duma (The Lion King). The cast includes Shyko Amos (An Octoroon), Mamoudou Athie, Khail Toi Bryant (The Lion King), Ntombikhona Dlamini (Sarafina!), Thuli Dumakude (The Lion King, Poppie Nongena), Jonathan Peck (The Lion in Winter) and Michael Rogers (born bad, Breakfast With Mugabe).

FST Welcomes Will Luera as New Director of Improvisation
by BWW News Desk - Sep 2, 2014

Florida Studio Theatre is pleased to announce the hiring of Will Luera as the new Director of Improvisation. Luera has been working professionally in the world of Improv for the last 17 years. Serving as the Artistic Director of the renowned ImprovBoston and Big Bang Improv, Luera brings with him the experience of not only a director, but also a producer, instructor, and actor.

Atlanta Junior Lyric Theatre to Present RAPUNZEL, 9/20-28
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 2, 2014

Atlanta Junior Lyric Theatre, the theatre for young audiences division of Atlanta Lyric Theatre, presents Rapunzel, September 20 -­28, 2014 at The Lyric Studio Theatre in the Square (12 Powder Spring Street, Marietta). Tickets are available by calling 404-377-9948 or by visiting www.AtlantaLyricTheatre.com.

DELIVERANCE Stage Adaptation to Premiere at 59E59 Theaters, 10/10-11/9
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 2, 2014

59E59 Theaters will welcome Godlight Theatre Company with the world premiere of James Dickey's DELIVERANCE, based on his acclaimed novel, adapted by Sean Tyler, directed by Joe Tantalo. DELIVERANCE begins performances on Friday, October 10 for a limited engagement through Sunday, November 9. Press opening is Tuesday, October 21 at 7:30 PM. The performance schedule is Tuesday - Thursday at 7:30 PM; Friday at 8:30 PM; Saturday at 2:30 PM & 8:30 PM; and Sunday at 3:30 PM. Please note, there is no performance on Sunday, October 19, and an added performance on Sunday, October 12 at 7:30 PM. Performances are at 59E59 Theaters (59 East 59th Street, between Park and Madison Avenues). Tickets are $25 ($17.50 for 59E59 Members). To purchase tickets, call Ticket Central at (212) 279-4200 or go to www.59e59.org.

BALLAD OF THE BURNING STAR to Play Studio Theatre, 17-18 Sept
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 2, 2014

Following the sell-out success of its premiere at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2013 and a UK tour in Spring 2014, Theatre Ad Infinitum's award-winning musical play Ballad of the Burning Star comes to the Studio Theatre from Wednesday 17 to Thursday 18 September.

Fallen Angel Theatre Presents World Premiere of TESS OF THE D'URBERVILLES, Sept 2-27
by BWW News Desk - Sep 2, 2014

Stepping Out in association with Partisan and Fallen Angel Theatre presents the world premiere of a new musical Tess of the D'Urbervilles by Alex Loveless from the novel by Thomas Hardy Book, Music and Lyrics by Alex Loveless, 2-27 September.

Improv Company On the Fly to Present THE ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES, Sept 2-6
by BWW News Desk - Sep 2, 2014

With a blood curdling cry in the dark and the discovery of a corpse... so begins another adventure for our hero Sherlock Holmes and his loyal accomplice Dr. John Watson. Each night will bring a different story as suggested by you, the audience, which will be crafted into a tale of intrigue by the troupe of talented improvising performers you see before you.

Writers Theatre to Open 2014-15 Season with ISAAC'S EYE, Running 9/2-12/7
by BWW News Desk - Sep 2, 2014

Artistic Director Michael Halberstam and Executive Director Kathryn M. Lipuma announce Writers Theatre's opener to its 2014/15 season: the Midwest Premiere of Isaac's Eye by Lucas Hnath, directed by Artistic Director Michael Halberstam. The show runs September 2 - December 7, 2014 at Books on Vernon, 664 Vernon Ave Ave, Glencoe. The Press Openings are Wednesday, September 10, 2014 and Thursday, September 11, 2014, at 7:30pm.

Lookingglass Theatre to Present DEATH TAX, 9/2-10/12
by BWW News Desk - Sep 2, 2014

Kicking off its 27th Season, Lookingglass Theatre Company presents Death Tax, by Lucas Hnath, and directed by Ensemble Member Heidi Stillman. Death Tax runs September 2, 2014 - October 12, 2014 at Lookingglass Theatre Company, located inside Chicago's historic Water Tower Water Works, 821 N. Michigan Ave. at Pearson. The Press Opening is Friday, September 12, 2014 at 7:30 p.m..

BWW Previews: Fall Theatre Roundup in South Dakota
by Ellie Livingston - Sep 2, 2014

The fall of 2014 is shaping up to be very exciting for Eastern South Dakota theatre! From musicals to dramas, there seems to be a little bit of everything. To make things easy for you, I have complied a list of upcoming shows and theatre's that I believe you won't want to miss this fall. Mark your calendars!

Upcoming Equity Auditions Sunday, Aug. 31
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Upcoming Equity Auditions from Sunday, August 31, 2014.

Theatre Off Jackson Presents THE BUNNER SISTERS 9/18-10/05
by Sally Henry Fuller - Aug 31, 2014

Athena Theatre Project and Theatre Off Jackson present THE BUNNER SISTERS from the novella by Edith Wharton adapted and directed by Julie Beckman, September 18-October 5.

Robert Faires' HENRY V Begins 9/5 at Rollins Studio Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 29, 2014

England's most storied and inspirational warrior king is revealed in a stunning one-man adaptation of the Shakespeare's Henry V - starring Robert Faires. Performances run September 5th through September 14th at the Rollins Studio Theatre at the Long Center, 701 West Riverside Drive, Austin, 78704.

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre to Present THE GOOD FATHER, 9/17-10/12
by BWW News Desk - Aug 28, 2014

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre (MCT) presents the Midwest premiere of THE GOOD FATHER by Christian O'Reilly. This contemporary Irish love story features local artists - and real-life married couple - Laura Gray and Jonathan Wainwright. THE GOOD FATHER performs in the Broadway Theatre Center's Studio Theatre in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward. The show runs September 17 - October 12, 2014.

FULL GALLOP, ORAL FIXATION, BONNIE & CLYDE and More Set for WaterTower's 2014 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Aug 28, 2014

WaterTower Theatre's has announced its calendar of events, this month through December 2014. All performances held at The Addison Theatre Centre unless otherwise noted. Scroll down for details!

Lark Play Development Center Announces 2014-15 Playwrights Workshop Fellows
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 28, 2014

The Lark Play Development Center named five New York City-based playwrights as Playwrights' Workshop Fellows for the 2014-15 season. The group spans a wide range of backgrounds and professional experiences and will meet regularly throughout the year to develop new plays.

Weston's 78th Season Concludes with UNCLE VANYA, Beginning This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Aug 28, 2014

Best-known for his roles in The Amazing Spider-Man, Royal Pains and The Exorcism of Emily Rose, Campbell Scott takes to the Weston Playhouse stage for Anton Chekhov's wistful comedy, Uncle Vanya. Scott is playing the role of Astrov, the forlorn visionary philosopher in this timeless play in which tempers flare and passions are ignited when an aging professor returns with his beautiful young wife to his family's country estate. In an interesting spin, the Weston production is set in contemporary Vermont. This last show of the season is sponsored by the Vermont Country Store and has a limited engagement, today, August 28 - September 6.

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