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The Wall, was adapted by Millard Lampell and is based on John Hersey's novel of the same name.



The Wall tells the inspiring story of forty men and women who escape the dehumanizing horror of the Warsaw ghetto. John Hersey's novel documents the Warsaw ghetto both as an emblem of Nazi persecution and as a personal confrontation with torture, starvation, humiliation, and cruelty.

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Rep Stage Closes Season With THE GOAT OR, WHO IS SYLVIA? 6/2
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 11, 2010


Rep Stage, the professional Equity theatre in residence at Howard Community College (HCC), closes its 17th season with Pulitzer Prize-winner Edward Albee's 'The Goat or, Who Is Sylvia?' 'The Goat...' is a dark comedy about Martin, a married architect coming to terms with middle age, his son's sexual identity, and his own recent adulterous relationship with an unlikely partner.

Lime Kiln Presents THE FANTASTICKS 5/20-23
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 6, 2010


Mindbending Productions, the student theatre group of Washington and Lee University, opens the theatre season at Lime Kiln with the charming musical, The Fantasticks, on May 20th-23rd at 7:30pm. Executive Director Kim Renz says this is an important collaboration for Lime Kiln and valuable experience for the students.

Industrial Strength: Speed the Plow
by Daniel Collins - May 2, 2010


The Vagabond Players presents David Mamet's 'Speed the Plow,' directed by Steve Goldklang, now through May 16th.

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park Ends 50th Anniversary Season With THE FANTASTICKS
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 28, 2010


The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park will end its 50th Anniversary Season with the longest-running musical in history and the most revived show at the Playhouse -THE FANTASTICKS, presented by the Morse & Betty Johnson Charitable Foundation. This enchanting and funny show begins public previews on May 15 and continues through June 20.

The SF Playhouse Presents THE FANTASTICKS 6/15-9/4
by Charlie Piane - Apr 14, 2010


The SF Playhouse (Bill English, Artistic Director; Susi Damilano, Producing Director) announces change in summer programming. The previously announced show The Full Monty, will be replaced by The Fantasticks. All tickets issued continue to be valid, only the show has changed.

THE FANTASTICKS Ends The Rep’s 2009-10 Mainstage Season, 4/11
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2010


The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) ends its 2009-2010 Mainstage series with The Fantasticks with book and lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt on April 11th.

TheatreWorks Closes the Curtain on SUNSETS AND MARGARITAS 4/4
by BWW News Desk - Apr 4, 2010


Cadillacs, caballeros, and some outrageous visitations combine for one spectacular birthday party when TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theater of Silicon Valley, will end the West Coast premiere of the zany new comedy, SUNSETS AND MARGARITAS, by José Cruz González on April 4th.

BWW Reviews: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Marisa Prano - Mar 22, 2010


LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is a rock musical by composer Alan Menken and writer Howard Ashman, about a hapless florist shop worker who raises a plant that feeds on human blood. The musical is based on the low-budget 1960 black comedy film The Little Shop of Horrors, directed by Roger Corman. LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is playing now through March 28th at St. Dunstan's Theatre Guild of Cranbrook.

Frist Center for the Visual Arts Announces Upcoming Events Thru June 15
by BWW News Desk - Mar 19, 2010


The Frist Center for the Visual Arts has announced its upcoming events through June 15, 2010.

THE FANTASTICKS Closes The Rep’s 2009-10 Mainstage Season, 3/17-4/11
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2010


The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) ends its 2009-2010 Mainstage series with The Fantasticks with book and lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt. Performances of The Fantasticks will be given on the Browning Mainstage of the Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts, 130 Edgar Road (on the campus of Webster University), Webster Groves, March 17 through April 11, 2010.

TheatreWorks Presents SUNSETS AND MARGARITAS 3/10-4/4
by BWW News Desk - Mar 10, 2010


Cadillacs, caballeros, and some outrageous visitations combine for one spectacular birthday party when TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theater of Silicon Valley, presents the West Coast premiere of the zany new comedy, SUNSETS AND MARGARITAS, by José Cruz González.

PROMISES, PROMISES' Hayes Comes Out in 'The Advocate'
by Lauren Wolman - Mar 9, 2010


Sean Hayes, set to make his Broadway debut with Kristin Chenoweth in the revival of PROMISES, PROMISES, talked to 'The Advocate' in a recent interview about his sexual orientation. Hayes, who played the flamboyant Jack McFarland on the popular show 'Will and Grace,' has been somewhat cautious about the topic in the past.

THE FANTASTICKS Closes The Rep’s 2009-10 Mainstage Season, 3/17-4/11
by BWW News Desk - Mar 3, 2010


The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis (The Rep) ends its 2009-2010 Mainstage series with The Fantasticks with book and lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt. Performances of The Fantasticks will be given on the Browning Mainstage of the Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts, 130 Edgar Road (on the campus of Webster University), Webster Groves, March 17 through April 11, 2010.

National Jazz Museum Announces March Events
by BWW News Desk - Mar 2, 2010


In March 2010, the National Jazz Museum in Harlem presents public programming that brings jazz fans closer to artists-emerging to living masters-that embody the art form that defines America to itself and to the world.

Frist Center for the Visual Arts Announces Upcoming Events Thru May 15, 2010
by BWW News Desk - Feb 22, 2010


The Frist Center for the Visual Arts has announced its upcoming events through May 15, 2010.

TheatreWorks Presents SUNSETS AND MARGARITAS 3/10-4/4
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 2, 2010


Cadillacs, caballeros, and some outrageous visitations combine for one spectacular birthday party when TheatreWorks, the nationally acclaimed theater of Silicon Valley, presents the West Coast premiere of the zany new comedy, SUNSETS AND MARGARITAS, by José Cruz González.

Boxcar Theatre ClosescTHE MARK TEN'S FANTASTIC PARADE, 1/30
by BWW News Desk - Jan 30, 2010


First there were The Beatles... then there were The Mark Ten. From January 12 to 30, The Mark Ten's Fantastic Parade pays comedic homage to the creation of the 1960's 'concept' album, following the antics of a pop band who've decided to stop touring, hit the recording studio, and create a masterpiece.

Frist Center's Heroes: Mortals and Myths in Ancient Greece Exhibit Opens 1/29/2010
by BWW News Desk - Jan 29, 2010


Heroes: Mortals and Myths in Ancient Greece, an exhibition exploring the human need for heroes through the arts of one of the oldest and most influential cultures in history, will open in the Frist Center's Upper-Level Galleries January 29, 2010, and remain on view through April 25, 2010.

Frist Center for the Visual Arts Announces Upcoming Events Thru April 30, 2010
by BWW News Desk - Jan 26, 2010


The Frist Center for the Visual Arts has announced its upcoming events through April 30, 2010.

Eighth Annual Modfest At Vassar College Celebrates The Arts Of The 20th And 21st Centuries
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 19, 2010


The eighth annual Modfest, a celebration of new music, dance, drama, film, literature, poetry, and the visual arts at Vassar College, will feature 30 events at various locations across the Poughkeepsie campus from January 21 through February 7, 2010. Programs and events will be open to the public without charge.

Boxcar Theatre Presents THE MARK TEN'S FANTASTIC PARADE, 1/12-1/30
by BWW News Desk - Jan 12, 2010


First there were The Beatles... then there were The Mark Ten. From January 12 to 30, The Mark Ten's Fantastic Parade pays comedic homage to the creation of the 1960's 'concept' album, following the antics of a pop band who've decided to stop touring, hit the recording studio, and create a masterpiece.

David Zwirner Presents Primary Atmospheres Works from California 1960-1970
by BWW News Desk - Jan 8, 2010


Primary Atmospheres: Works from California 1960-1970 will present to the New York public a long-overdue survey of the particular kindof minimal work that was made in and around Los Angeles, work which differentiated itself in its emphasis on surface, synthetic materials, industrial processes, and perception.

David Zwirner Presents Primary Atmospheres Works from California 1960-1970
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 7, 2010


Primary Atmospheres: Works from California 1960-1970 will present to the New York public a long-overdue survey of the particular kindof minimal work that was made in and around Los Angeles, work which differentiated itself in its emphasis on surface, synthetic materials, industrial processes, and perception.

'Reflections' Florida Studio Theatre Celebrates the Lively Sounds of the 60s and 70s
by Beau Higgins - Jan 5, 2010


In 1960, President Eisenhower signed the Civil Rights Act that established federal investigation of local voter registration polls. In 1961, our country went to war in Vietnam. In 1962, the Berlin Wall was erected. In 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas, Texas. Throughout these heavy flames of change and adversity, the beat went on. Music rose out of the flames into a lively, catchy, vocal sound that united a nation during turmoil.

Florida Studio Theatre Celebrates the Lively Sounds of the 60s and 70s
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 4, 2010


Florida Studio Theatre Opens its second cabaret performance in the 2009-2010 Season. Reflections was developed at FST by Richard Hopkins, Rebecca Langford and Jim Prosser. Soul infused with pop cross-over appeal in the 60s and 70s created a fresh new sound that turned out unforgettable chart toppers.

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