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Date of Death: August 25, 1984 (59)

Birth Place: New Orleans, LA, USA

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Vivian Reed to Lead Harold Arlen Musical-ONE FOR MY BABY Reading in October
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 1, 2012


One for My Baby, set to a score of some three dozen Harold Arlen classics and billed as "a song-and-dance celebration ofbig-city nightlife at the end of World War II," will have a private, industry-only workshop at the New 42nd Street Studios, 229 West 42 Street, this October 11 and October 12.

MOONRISE KINGDOM Opens at NJ's Forum Theatre, 7/27; BREAKFAST AT TIFFANY'S Night Set for 8/2
by Movies News Desk - Jul 26, 2012


MOONRISE KINGDOM will begin showings at Forum Theatre in Metuchen, NJ, tomorrow, Friday, July 27 at 7:30, Saturday, July 28 at 5:30 & 7:30 and Sunday, July 29 at 4pm.

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Takes Broadway Bows Today, 7/22
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2012


The acclaimed Broadway production of Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, directed by Emily Man, takes its final Broadway bows on its original closing date, today, July 22, 2012. The show is aiming to open on London's West End this fall.

Circle in the Square's Theodore Mann to Be Remembered with New Tribute Page
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 13, 2012


As a special homage to Theodore Mann, Circle in the Square's co-founder, artistic director, and co-producer who passed away on February 24th of this year, Circle in the Square Theatre School is inviting the theater-going public, the theater community and those who worked with him to share their remembrances of Mann and the over 175 productions that he with Jose Quintero, and later with Paul Libin brought to the stage.

BWW Interviews: Jaston Williams Talks Fatherhood and CAMPING WITH GASOLINE
by David Clarke - Jun 16, 2012


Summer along the Gulf Coast in Texas is certainly here, but Jatson Williams is hard at work preparing a highly anticipated new one-man show, Camping With Gasoline. On the morning of Saturday, June 2, 2012, he gave me a little bit of his time and opened up about the Greater Tuna series, his family, being a father, his writing process, and his new show.

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Cancels Summer Extension; London Run in the Works
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 13, 2012


The acclaimed Broadway production of Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, directed by Emily Man has cancelled its previously announced summer extension, and will now take its final Broadway bow on its original closing date- July 22. BroadwayWorld has learned that the show might be moving to London, aiming for a Fall 2012 opening.

BWW Interviews: Jaston Williams Talks Fatherhood and CAMPING WITH GASOLINE
by David Clarke - Jun 2, 2012


Summer along the Gulf Coast in Texas is certainly here, but Jatson Williams is hard at work preparing a highly anticipated new one-man show, Camping With Gasoline. On the morning of Saturday, June 2, 2012, he gave me a little bit of his time and opened up about the Greater Tuna series, his family, being a father, his writing process, and his new show.

Top Stories You Missed on BWW This Weekend
by - May 27, 2012


Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from this weekend Sunday, May 27, 2012 - Sunday, May 27, 2012.

STAGE TUBE: Philip Seymour Hoffman Talks DEATH OF A SALESMAN
by Stage Tube - May 27, 2012


Philip Seymour Hoffman, one of the nation's top acting talents known for playing extremely varied roles in film and on stage, including Truman Capote, which earned him an Oscar, and Father Brendan Flynn in Doubt, which earned him an Oscar nomination, speaks with Mo Rocca about his Tony Award-nominated performance as Willy Loman in Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman on Broadway.

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Extends Through the Summer; Now to End Run August 19
by Jessica Lewis - May 15, 2012


The acclaimed Broadway production of Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, directed by Emily Man will extend its run through August 19, 2012. Streetcar began performances on April 3 and opened on April 22 and was originally set to end its limited run on July 22 at the Broadhurst.

Florida Rep Closes Season With THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP
by Beau Higgins - May 7, 2012


Florida Repertory Theatre announced the opening of the final show in its 2011-2012 season, The Mystery of Irma Vep, a funny, and fast-paced spoof of classic melodrama. Running May 4-20, with three nearly sold out discounted previews on May 1, 2, and 3, The Mystery of Irma Vep is two parts The 39 Steps, one part Jane Eyre, and four parts witty.

Circle in the Square Theatre Holds Theodore Mann Memorial Tribute Today, 5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2012


A Memorial Tribute honoring Theodore Mann, Circle in the Square's Co-Founder, Artistic Director, and Co-Producer, who passed away on February 24 at the age of 87, will be held at Circle in the Square Theatre, 1633 Broadway, at 50th Street, today, May 1, at 1 p.m. Seating is open to the general public on a first come, first-served basis.

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE to Offer $29.50 Student Rush Tickets
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 26, 2012


A Streetcar Named Desire today announced that it will offer a limited number of student rush tickets for $29.50. Tickets will be available at the box office on the day of the performance, and each current student ID is eligible for two tickets. Streetcar began performances on Tuesday, April 3, and will open on Sunday, April 22, 2012.

Florida Rep Closes Season With THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP
by Beau Higgins - Apr 25, 2012


Florida Repertory Theatre announced the opening of the final show in its 2011-2012 season, The Mystery of Irma Vep, a funny, and fast-paced spoof of classic melodrama. Running May 4-20, with three nearly sold out discounted previews on May 1, 2, and 3, The Mystery of Irma Vep is two parts The 39 Steps, one part Jane Eyre, and four parts witty.

Theodore Mann Memorial Tribute Set for May 1 at Circle in the Square Theatre
by James T Harding - Apr 24, 2012


A Memorial Tribute honoring THEODORE MANN, Circle in the Square's Co-Founder, Artistic Director, and Co-Producer, who passed away on February 24 at the age of 87, will be held at Circle in the Square Theatre, 1633 Broadway, at 50th Street, on Tuesday, May 1, at 1 p.m. Seating is open to the general public on a first come, first-served basis.

Mike Doughty: The Book of Drugs: Reading, Concert Held At Fox Theatre 4/1
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2012


Z2 Entertainment is set to present Mike Doughty at the Fox Theatre on Sunday, April 1st. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 27th for $22.00

TRU Capote Comes To Life At Florida Rep Closes Today
by Beau Higgins - Mar 17, 2012


Florida Repertory Theatre announced the opening of Tru in the Florida Rep Studio Theatre, a devastatingly funny glimpse into the mind of America's icon, Truman Capote. Playing Feb. 22-Mar 17, Tru is a fascinating one-man tour-de-force starring Florida Rep favorite, Mark Chambers, as the controversial author of 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' and 'In Cold Blood.'

TRU Capote Comes To Life At Florida Rep
by Beau Higgins - Mar 8, 2012


Florida Repertory Theatre announced the opening of Tru in the Florida Rep Studio Theatre, a devastatingly funny glimpse into the mind of America's icon, Truman Capote. Playing Feb. 22-Mar 17, Tru is a fascinating one-man tour-de-force starring Florida Rep favorite, Mark Chambers, as the controversial author of 'Breakfast at Tiffany's' and 'In Cold Blood.'

Carmen DeLavallade Joins the Cast of Broadway's A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 28, 2012


Stephen Byrd, Alia Jones and Anthony Lacavera just announced that Ms. Carmen DeLavallade will join the cast of their much anticipated production of A Streetcar Named Desire. Ms. DeLavallade will join the cast led by Blair Underwood as Stanley, Nicole Ari Parker as Blanche, Daphne Rubin-Vega as Stella and Wood Harris as Mitch, completing the cast of Broadway's A Streetcar Named Desire. This production of A Streetcar Named Desire will take over the Broadhurst Theatre beginning its limited run on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 and will celebrate its opening Sunday, April 22, 2012.

Broadway Lights to Dim Tonight for Theodore Mann
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 24, 2012


The Broadway community mourns the loss of Theodore Mann, who passed away today. The marquees of Broadway theatres in New York will be dimmed in his memory tonight, February 24th, at exactly 8:00 p.m. for one minute.

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