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Opened: October 10, 2001
Closing: January 20, 2002

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Horizon Theatre Rep Presents THE BALCONY, Now thru 11/4
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2012


Genet's menacing and hilarious world of political intrigue, violent revolution and distorted eroticism is measured against the mass-media manipulation of today. THE BALCONY will run from tonight, October 11 to November 4 at The Arclight Theatre located at 152 West 71st Street. It will be presented by Horizon Theatre Rep (www.HTRonline.org).

Rising Sun Performance Company To Present HOTEL SUITE, 10/11 - 11/03
by Patrick Nugent - Oct 9, 2012


Rising Sun Performance Company announced today that it will present Hotel Suite, an immersive, site-specific 21-day theatrical event at Hostelling International October 11th through November 3, 2012. Hotel Suite will feature the celebrated work of Sam Shepard, FOOL FOR LOVE, and the first Off-Off Broadway production of Tracy Letts' BUG, along with six brand new one-act plays, all set in a hotel room.

Schwarzenegger Among Guests on NBC's MEET THE PRESS
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 8, 2012


Sunday's MEET THE PRESS WITH DAVID GREGORY on NBC featured a roundtable discussion with Obama campaign senior adviser Robert Gibbs, former Republican presidential candidate Newt Gingrich, Democratic strategist Hilary Rosen, Republican strategist Mike Murphy, and NBC News Political Director Chuck Todd; and a one-on-one interview with former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. Below are highlights and a transcript of Sunday's program.

Cast of GRACE Appears at Apple Store Soho, Hosts Guest Talkbacks, Beginning Today, Oct 8
by BWW News Desk - Oct 8, 2012


Grace, the acclaimed dark comedy written by award-winning writer Craig Wright (Mistakes Were Made, Recent Tragic Events, "Six Feet Under") and directed by Dexter Bullard (Tracy Letts' BUG), today announced a series of special events throughout the month of October in support of the the show's Broadway premiere.

Cast of GRACE to Appear at Apple Store Soho, Host Guest Talkbacks, Beginning October 8
by BWW News Desk - Oct 2, 2012


Grace, the acclaimed dark comedy written by award-winning writer Craig Wright (Mistakes Were Made, Recent Tragic Events, "Six Feet Under") and directed by Dexter Bullard (Tracy Letts' BUG), today announced a series of special events throughout the month of October in support of the the show's Broadway premiere.

Horizon Theatre Rep Presents THE BALCONY, 10/11 - 11/4
by Patrick Nugent - Sep 6, 2012


Genet's menacing and hilarious world of political intrigue, violent revolution and distorted eroticism is measured against the mass-media manipulation of today. THE BALCONY will run from October 11 to November 4 at The Arclight Theatre located at 152 West 71st Street. It will be presented by Horizon Theatre Rep. Showtimes are Thursdays through Saturdays at 8:00 pm, Sundays at 3:00 pm.

GRACE Box Office Opens at Cort Theatre Today, 8/23
by BWW News Desk - Aug 23, 2012


Producers announced today that the box office at the Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street) is open for business in anticipation of its new tenant: the Broadway Premiere of Grace, the acclaimed dark comedy written by award-winning writer Craig Wright (Mistakes Were Made, Recent Tragic Events, "Six Feet Under") and directed by Dexter Bullard (Tracy Letts' BUG).

CBS Reveals 3 Returning Castaways for SURVIVOR: PHILIPPINES
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 22, 2012


CBS announced today that three former Survivors - Michael Skupin, Jonathan Penner and Russell Swan - will join the 15 previously announced castaways in three separate tribes on SURVIVOR: PHILIPPINES. The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its 25th season with a special 90-minute edition, Wednesday, Sept. 19

Tickets Go On Sale Today for GRACE, Starring Paul Rudd and Michael Shannon
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 20, 2012


Tickets for the Broadway Premiere of Grace, the acclaimed American play written by Award-winning writer Craig Wright (Mistakes Were Made, "Six Feet Under") and directed by Dexter Bullard (Tracy Letts' BUG), are now on sale to the general public, via Telecharge.com or by calling (212) 239-6200.

Paul Rudd-Led GRACE to Open at Cort Theatre on October 4
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 9, 2012


Producers Debbie Bisno, Fox Theatricals, Jed Bernstein and Paula Wagner announced today that the Broadway Premiere of Grace, the acclaimed American play written by Award-winning writer Craig Wright (Mistakes Were Made, Recent Tragic Events, "Six Feet Under") and directed by Dexter Bullard (Tracy Letts' BUG), will play The Cort Theatre (138 West 48th Street). The strictly limited engagement begins performances on Thursday, September 13th, with an official opening night set for Thursday, October 4, 2012.

Michael Shannon & Paul Rudd Commit to GRACE on Broadway This Fall
by James T Harding - Jun 4, 2012


Producers Debbie Bisno, Fox Theatricals and Paula Wagner announced today the Broadway Premiere of GRACE, the acclaimed American play by Award-winning writer Craig Wright (Mistakes Were Made, Recent Tragic Events, Lady; "Six Feet Under"). Grace will premiere in a strictly limited engagement beginning on Friday, September 14, 2012 at a Shubert Theater to be announced. Dexter Bullard (Tracy Letts' BUG) will direct the production, which will feature an all-star cast that includes Paul Rudd and Academy Award® nominee Michael Shannon, with Kate Arrington and seven-time Emmy Award®-winner Edward Asner, who returns to Broadway for the first time in nearly 25 years. Opening Night is set for Thursday, October 4, 2012.

World-Premiere Play PRATFALLS Begins Today, April 27
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2012


The world-premiere of the new play PRATFALLS, by playwright Holly Webber, directed by Jenn Thompson and starring Victor Verhaeghe (HBO's 'Boardwalk Empire'), Kate Middleton, Amelia White and Matthew Baldiga opens tonight, April 27 at the Abingdon Theatre Complex (312 West 36th Street).

World-Premiere Play PRATFALLS Begins April 27
by BWW News Desk - Mar 29, 2012


The world-premiere of the new play PRATFALLS, by playwright Holly Webber, directed by Jenn Thompson and starring Victor Verhaeghe (HBO's 'Boardwalk Empire'), Kate Middleton, Amelia White and Matthew Baldiga opens April 27 at the Abingdon Theatre Complex (312 West 36th Street).

SPIDER-MAN's Rebecca Faulkenberry Set for Jonathan Tunick Concert, 3/19
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 14, 2012


Rebecca Faulkenberry, the star of Broadway's Spiderman: Turn Off The Dark, will be the Special Musical Guest of Emmy/Grammy/Oscar/Tony-winning orchestrator Jonathan Tunick in his Birdland concert this coming Monday, March 19 at 7pm.

RECENT TRAGIC EVENTS: Destiny or Free Will?
by Nancy Grossman - Mar 13, 2012


Whistler in the Dark Theatre presents Craig Wright's 2002 play about the aftermath of 9/11 as a young woman on a blind date in Minneapolis awaits word from her identical twin sister in New York City. Director Bridget Kathleen O'Leary and her cohesive ensemble cast overcome the challenges inherent in the play by virtue of their sincerity and the seriousness of their approach to the work.

Victor Verhaeghe to Lead Ground UP Productions’ PRATFALLS
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 7, 2012


Ground UP Productions presents the World Premiere of Holly Webber's PRATFALLS, a new comedy about falling down - set on a rooftop in Brooklyn - directed by Jenn Thompson (THE LATE CHRISTOHER BEAN). Preview performances begin April 27 prior to an official press opening of April 29 at the Abingdon Theatre Complex /Dorothy Strelsin Theatre (312 West 36th Street).

Chick Corea, David Johansen and More Play the Highline Ballroom in March & April
by Scott Vogel - Mar 7, 2012


The Highline Ballroom has announced upcoming shows for March 12th through April 12th. All shows will take place at the Highline Ballroom at 431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619.

Recycled Percussion to Play with the Tarkanian Middle School Drum Line, 2/10
by BWW News Desk - Feb 10, 2012


Tropicana headliners Recycled Percussion will host a very special performance of the Tarkanian Middle School Drum Line, as the students get the rare opportunity to open for a Strip show. The performance will take place on February 10th at 7:00 PM at the Tropicana Theater inside the Tropicana Las Vegas.

Recycled Percussion to Play with the Tarkanian Middle School Drum Line, 2/10
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 7, 2012


Tropicana headliners Recycled Percussion will host a very special performance of the Tarkanian Middle School Drum Line, as the students get the rare opportunity to open for a Strip show. The performance will take place on February 10th at 7:00 PM at the Tropicana Theater inside the Tropicana Las Vegas.

Cillian Murphy to Make US Stage Debut in MISTERMAN, 11/30-12/21
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2011


Following an immensely acclaimed world premiere at the Galway Arts Festival this past summer, St. Ann's Warehouse and Imagine Ireland will present the American Premiere of Misterman, November 30-December 21 at St. Ann's Warehouse. Murphy makes his American stage debut with a tour-de-force solo performance in this Landmark Productions / Galway Arts Festival co-production, his first collaboration with playwright/director Enda Walsh since Disco Pigs, which launched both men's careers 15 years ago.

Polarity Ensemble Presents PEER GYNT at DCA Storefront Theater 11/15-12/18
by BWW News Desk - Nov 15, 2011


Polarity Ensemble Theatre, in association with the DCA Theater, presents the Chicago premiere of Peer Gynt, a zany, high-energy translation by prolific poet Robert Bly of this rarely-produced Henrik Ibsen classic.

Cillian Murphy to Make US Stage Debut in MISTERMAN, 11/30-12/21
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 11, 2011


Following an immensely acclaimed world premiere at the Galway Arts Festival this past summer, St. Ann's Warehouse and Imagine Ireland will present the American Premiere of Misterman, November 30-December 21 at St. Ann's Warehouse. Murphy makes his American stage debut with a tour-de-force solo performance in this Landmark Productions / Galway Arts Festival co-production, his first collaboration with playwright/director Enda Walsh since Disco Pigs, which launched both men's careers 15 years ago.

GYPSY OF THE MONTH: Donna Marie Asbury of 'Chicago'
by Adrienne Onofri - Nov 17, 2011


As 'Chicago' celebrates 15 years on Broadway, we profile its longest-running cast member.

Polarity Ensemble Presents PEER GYNT at DCA Storefront Theater 11/15-12/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 1, 2011


Polarity Ensemble Theatre, in association with the DCA Theater, presents the Chicago premiere of Peer Gynt, a zany, high-energy translation by prolific poet Robert Bly of this rarely-produced Henrik Ibsen classic.

Polarity Ensemble Presents PEER GYNT at DCA Storefront Theater 11/15-12/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 19, 2011


Polarity Ensemble Theatre, in association with the DCA Theater, presents the Chicago premiere of Peer Gynt, a zany, high-energy translation by prolific poet Robert Bly of this rarely-produced Henrik Ibsen classic.

The Shape of Things FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Shape of Things have there been?
The Shape of Things has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2001.
What awards has The Shape of Things been nominated for?
The Shape of Things has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Outstanding Play at the Lortel Awards for Susan Quint Gallin, Sandy Gallin, Stuart Thompson, Ben Sprecher, and USA/OSTAR Theatricals. Gretchen Mol received a nomination for Performance at the Theatre World Awards, and Neil LaBute was nominated for Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards.
What awards has The Shape of Things won?
The Shape of Things has won several awards, including Outstanding Play at The Lortels for Susan Quint Gallin, Sandy Gallin, Stuart Thompson, and Ben Sprecher. Gretchen Mol received the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards, and Neil LaBute won Outstanding Play at the Drama Desk Awards. The production was also recognized by USA/OSTAR Theatricals at The Lortels.

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