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Date of Death: April 23, 1616 (52)

Birth Place: Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire, ENGLAND

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THIRTEEN’s SHAKESPEARE UNCOVERED Premieres January 25
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 5, 2012


In a unique series of six films debuting on PBS Friday, January 25 at 9 p.m. (check local listings), Shakespeare Uncovered will combine history, biography, iconic performances, new analysis, and the personal passions of its celebrated hosts - Ethan Hawke, Jeremy Irons, Derek Jacobi, Trevor Nunn, Joely Richardson, and David Tennant - to tell the stories behind the stories of Shakespeare's greatest plays.

CYMBELINE Runs Through 12/22 in Santa Monica
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 5, 2012


New York's Fiasco Theater's inventive production of William Shakespeare's epic romance debuts on the West Coast at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage at the Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center on Thursday, December 13th, 2012. Cymbeline runs through December 22nd.

The Broad Stage Presents The West Coast Premiere Of Fiasco Theater's CYMBELINE, Opening 12/13
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 4, 2012


New York's Fiasco Theater's production of William Shakespeare's epic romance debuts on the West Coast at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage at the Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center on Thursday, December 13th, 2012. Cymbeline runs through December 23rd.

John Stark Productions Opens TOM, DICK AND HARRY MEET MARY, 12/7
by BWW News Desk - Dec 3, 2012


John Stark Productions presents Tom. Dick and Harry Meet Mary, a visiting guest production at the Odyssey Theatre opening Friday, December 7, 2012, for a limited engagement.

The Porters of Hellsgate Stage KING LEAR, Jan 4-Feb 9
by BWW News Desk - Dec 3, 2012


The Porters of Hellsgate present William Shakespeare's KING LEAR, starring Larry Cedar and directed by Thomas Bigley.

Regional Theater of the Week: Delaware Theatre Company in Wilmington, DE
by BWW Features - Dec 5, 2012


BroadwayWorld.com, the largest theatre site on the Internet, is excited to announce a new feature to its comprehensive regional coverage - the Featured Regional Theater of the Week! Each week, BWW will introduce its readers to a regional theater located in one of our (over 130!) coverage cities. By exploring these different venues, their history and showcasing the production seasons, BWW continues its commitment to expand our presence in communities and cities across the United States. This Week's Featured Regional Theater: Delaware Theatre Company (DTC) in Wilmington, DE

Katselas Theatre Company Presents THEATRE SEX: BEFORE & AFTER, 11/30 & 12/2
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2012


Katselas Theatre Company presents THEATRE SEX: BEFORE & AFTER, theatrical readings in honor of World AIDS Day 2012. BEFORE AIDS: tonight, November 30th at 8pm and AFTER AIDS: December 2nd at 8pm at the Skylight Theatre Complex – 1816 N. Vermont, LA.

Photo Coverage: Jamie deRoy & Friends Plays the Metropolitan Room
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 29, 2012


Celebrated cabaret performer Jamie deRoy just hosted an evening of her Multi MAC Award-winning variety show, Jamie deRoy & friends, last night, November 28th (7PM) at Manhattan's cabaret hot-spot Metropolitan Room (34 West 22nd Street ~ btw. 5th & 6th Avenues). Check out photos from the event below!

Becky Mode's FULLY COMMITTED Plays New Rep, 12/19-30
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2012


New Repertory Theatre proudly announces Becky Mode's wry comedy, FULLY COMMITTED, December 19 through 30, 2012, performing in the Black Box Theater, Arsenal Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA.

Photo Flash: First Look at Burning Coal Theatre's AS YOU LIKE IT, Opening Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2012


Burning Coal Theatre Company presents William Shakespeare's comic As You Like It. The production will run tomorrow, November 29 through December 16, 2012 at the Murphey School, 224 Polk Street, Raleigh, NC. Get a first look at the show in the photos below!

ROMEO AND JULIET Plays Connecticut Rep, Now thru 12/9
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2012


Connecticut Repertory Theatre (CRT) will present William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, tonight, November 29 - December 9 in the Nafe Katter Theatre, Storrs. For tickets and information, call 860-486-2113 and visit www.crt.uconn.edu.

AS YOU LIKE IT Plays Burning Coal Theatre, Now thru 12/16
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2012


Burning Coal Theatre Company presents William Shakespeare's comic As You Like It. The production will run tonight, November 29 - December 16, 2012 at the Murphey School, 224 Polk Street, Raleigh, NC.

Tony Sheldon, John Tartaglia and More Join Jamie deRoy at The Metropolitan Room Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2012


Join celebrated cabaret performer Jamie deRoy when she hosts an evening of her Multi MAC Award-winning variety show, Jamie deRoy & friends, tonight, November 28th (7PM) at Manhattan's cabaret hot-spot Metropolitan Room (34 West 22nd Street ~ btw. 5th & 6th Avenues).

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