Japan Society to Present A TRIBUTE TO DONALD RICHIE (1924-2013), PART 2, Beg. 3/13
by Diana Heisroth - Feb 26, 2014
This spring Japan Society continues to honor the late Donald Richie, whose criticism, commentary and advocacy contributed incomparably toward making Japanese art and culture, especially its cinema, revered throughout the world. As the second and final leg of the ongoing series, again curated by noted film scholar Kyoko Hirano, A Tribute to Donald Richie (1924-2013), Part 2: Richie's Electric Eight: The Bold & the Daring encompasses eight films that reflect the complexity, nuance, and brilliance of Japanese society, as seen through Richie's unflinching and insatiable eye.
Breaking News: 'MUCH ADO' with Lily Rabe, Hamish Linklater & KING LEAR with John Lithgow Set for The Public's 2014 Shakespeare in the Park Season
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 13, 2014
The Public Theater announced the line-up today for the 2014 free Shakespeare in the Park season, continuing a 52-year tradition of free theater in Central Park. Since 1962, over five million people have enjoyed more than 150 free productions of Shakespeare and other classical works and musicals at the Delacorte Theater. Conceived by founder Joe Papp as a way to make great theater accessible to all, The Public's free Shakespeare in the Park continues to be the bedrock of the Company's mission to increase access and engage the community. This summer, free Shakespeare in the Park will feature a comedy and a tragedy with Jack O'Brien directing MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING and Daniel Sullivan directing KING LEAR.
Everyman Theatre Announces Extension of Crimes of the Heart
by Robert Diamond - Jan 11, 2014
Due to overwhelming ticket sales and sold-out houses, Everyman Theatre is pleased to announce that an extra week of performances will be added to its current production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Crimes of the Heart. The production will now run through February 9th.
Broward Stage Door Theatre to Present CRIMES OF THE HEART, 1/17-2/23
by Carol Kassie - Dec 30, 2013
Beth Henley's Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy Crimes of the Heart will open at the Broward Stage Door Theatre on January 17th, and run through February 23rd. Sometimes described as Hannah and Her Sisters with a Southern accent, Crimes of the Heart has often been named one of the finest plays in American Theatre. Along with the 1981 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, the play was awarded the 1981 New York Drama Critics' Circle Award for Best American Play, and the 1982 Theatre World Award.
CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Begins Tonight at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater
by BWW News Desk - Sep 27, 2013
Real life husband and wife Keir Dullea and Mia Dillon play the classic couple 'Big Daddy' and 'Big Mama' in Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize Winning play, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof at this year's TW Festival, 50% Illusion: Tennessee Williams and Women, in an upcoming production from the Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater (WHAT).
Wellfleet to Stage CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, Begin. 8/29
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 20, 2013
Real life husband and wife Keir Dullea and Mia Dillon play the classic couple 'Big Daddy' and 'Big Mama' in Tennessee Williams' Pulitzer Prize Winning play, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, opening August 31 at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater (WHAT).
Sarab Kamoo and More Star in BECKY SHAW at Performance Network Theatre, Now thru 7/28
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2013
After its smashingly successful run on Broadway in 2009, the Pulitzer Prize Finalist and comedic play, 'Becky Shaw' by Gina Gionfriddo makes its Michigan Premiere tonight, June 20 through July 28, 2013 with an all star cast and high-end designers at Performance Network Theatre, Michigan's most award winning professional theatre.
Sarab Kamoo and More to Star in BECKY SHAW at Performance Network Theatre, 6/20-7/28
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2013
After its smashingly successful run on Broadway in 2009, the Pulitzer Prize Finalist and comedic play, "Becky Shaw" by Gina Gionfriddo makes its Michigan Premiere on June 20 through July 28, 2013 with an all star cast and high-end designers at Performance Network Theatre, Michigan's most award winning professional theatre. Tickets can be purchased online at performancenetwork.org or by calling the theatre at 734-663-0681.
Everyman Theatre Announces 2013-14 Season
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 22, 2013
Everyman Theatre has announced its 2013/14 season - the first full season in its new home on Fayette Street. The line-up includes three giants of the theatrical world - The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams, Crimes of the Heart by Beth Henley, and The Dresser by Ronald Harwood - and three award-winning newer plays that have taken New York and London by storm - Red by John Logan, By the Way, Meet Vera Stark by Lynn Nottage, and Tribes by Nina Raine.
Everyman Theatre Announces Upcoming Season
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 22, 2013
Everyman Theatre has announced its 2013/14 season - the first full season in its new home on Fayette Street. The line-up includes three giants of the theatrical world - The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams, Crimes of the Heart by Beth Henley, and The Dresser by Ronald Harwood - and three award-winning newer plays that have taken New York and London by storm - Red by John Logan, By the Way, Meet Vera Stark by Lynn Nottage, and Tribes by Nina Raine.
Playwright Beth Henley Set for Talkback After ABUNDANCE at Hartford Stage, 4/5
by BWW News Desk - Mar 27, 2013
Join playwright Beth Henley and Hartford Stage Senior Dramaturg & Director of New Play Development Elizabeth Williamson as they discuss Henley's play, Abundance, immediately following the 8 p.m. performance on Friday, April 5. Henley will only be in Connecticut for this one performance.
VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE, VERONICA MEADOWS and More Set for Trinity Rep's 50th Season
by BWW News Desk - Feb 17, 2013
Tony Award-winning Trinity Repertory Company, under the leadership of The Richard L. Bready Artistic Director Curt Columbus and Executive Director Michael Gennaro, has announced its 50th Anniversary season line-up of plays. Trinity Rep's 2013-2014 season starts in September with John Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath, the definitive American tale of the strength of family and the human spirit in the aftermath of the Great Depression. In November, the New England premiere of Christopher Durang's hilarious new hit comedy Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike will hit the Dowling stage, fresh off its wildly successful New York run.
Clea Alsip and More Join Mark Linn-Baker in George Street Playhouse's ONE SLIGHT HITCH, 10/2-28
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2012
George Street Playhouse and Artistic Director David Saint have announced that full casting for their 2012-13 season opener, One Slight Hitch, has been completed. Joining the previously-announced Mark Linn-Baker will be Clea Alsip, Rosie Benton, Lauren Ashley Carter, Scott Drummond, Lizbeth Mackay and Christopher Tocco. Helmed by Joe Grifasi, this tale of matrimonial mayhem will begin performances tonight, October 2 and continue through Sunday, October 28. Opening night, with a dessert reception sponsored by Stage Left and Catherine Lombardi restaurants, will be Friday, October 5.
Photo Flash: School of Theatre at Florida State Presents CRIMES OF THE HEART, 10/5-10/14
by BWW News Desk - Sep 21, 2012
With its national reputation, the School of Theatre at Florida State premieres its theatrical season with Beth Henley's Pulitzer Prize-winning Crimes of the Heart directed by MFA Directing candidate Matt Silva. This production will run from October 5-14 in the Lab Theatre, on Copeland Street between St. Augustine and Lafayette Streets.
Clea Alsip and More Join Mark Linn-Baker in George Street Playhouse's ONE SLIGHT HITCH; Full Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2012
George Street Playhouse and Artistic Director David Saint have announced that full casting for their 2012-13 season opener, One Slight Hitch, has been completed. Joining the previously-announced Mark Linn-Baker will be Clea Alsip, Rosie Benton, Lauren Ashley Carter, Scott Drummond, Lizbeth Mackay and Christopher Tocco. Helmed by Joe Grifasi, this tale of matrimonial mayhem will begin performances Tuesday, October 2 and continue through Sunday, October 28. Opening night, with a dessert reception sponsored by Stage Left and Catherine Lombardi restaurants, will be Friday, October 5.