This is Our Youth 1996 - Articles Page 18

Opened: October 26, 1996
Closing: November 24, 1996

This is Our Youth - 1996 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

INTAR Theatre
420 West 42nd Street New York, NY 10036

In 1982, on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, the wealthy, articulate, pot-smoking teenagers who were small children in the '60s have emerged as young adults in a country that has just resoundingly rejected everything they were brought up to believe in. The very last wave of New York City’s '60s-style Liberalism has come of age—and there’s nowhere left to go. In meticulous, hilarious, and agonizing detail, THIS IS OUR YOUTH follows forty-eight hours of three very lost young souls in the big city at the dawn of the Reagan Era: Warren Straub, a dejected nineteen-year-old who steals fifteen thousand dollars from his abusive lingerie-tycoon father; Dennis Ziegler, the charismatic domineering drug-dealing friend who helps him put the money to good use; and Jessica Goldman, the anxiously insightful young woman Warren yearns for. Funny, painful, and compassionate, THIS IS OUR YOUTH is a living snapshot of the moment between adolescence and adulthood when many young people first go out into the world on their own, armed only with the ideas and techniques they developed as teenagers—ideas and techniques far more sophisticated than their parents ever realize, and far less effectual than they themselves can possibly imagine.



by Kenneth Lonergan



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This is Our Youth - 1996 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 18

TADA!'s Odd Day Rain Hosts Talkback May 15
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2011


The award winning TADA! Youth Theater (Janine Nina Trevens, founder/Executive & Artistic Director) will host the post show talkback entitled Technology: How much is too much? (or not enough?) following the Sunday, May 15th 4PM production of Odd Day Rain.

TADA!'s Odd Day Rain Hosts Talkback May 15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 28, 2011


The award winning TADA! Youth Theater (Janine Nina Trevens, founder/Executive & Artistic Director) will host the post show talkback entitled Technology: How much is too much? (or not enough?) following the Sunday, May 15th 4PM production of Odd Day Rain.

Kids 'N Comedy Sets Spring Season Shows at Gotham Comedy Club
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2011


Kids 'N Comedy, New York's leading presenter of young comic talent, will present six installments of its revolving comedy showcase this Spring at Gotham Comedy Club, 208 West 23rd Street in Chelsea.

Kids 'N Comedy Sets Spring Season Shows at Gotham Comedy Club
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 8, 2011


Kids 'N Comedy, New York's leading presenter of young comic talent, will present six installments of its revolving comedy showcase this Spring at Gotham Comedy Club, 208 West 23rd Street in Chelsea.

Joe's Pub Presents Our Lady J, 12/28
by BWW News Desk - Dec 28, 2010


Joe's Pub Releases Schedule for December 23rd through January 1st including AMBER MARTIN: AMBER ALERT!, SCREAM ALONG WITH BILLY: A VERY NICO CHRISTMAS, JACKIE FIVE-0H!: A CELEBRATION OF JACKIE HOFFMAN'S FIRST 50TH BIRTHDAY, OUR LADY J: THE GOSPEL OF DOLLY, and SANDRA BERNHARD.

BAM announces 2010 Next Wave Festival, 9/21-12/19
by BWW News Desk - Dec 19, 2010


Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) announces 2010 Next Wave Festival, featuring 16 music, dance, theater, and opera engagements from Sep 21-Dec 19. BAM 2010 Next Wave Festival is part of Diverse Voices at BAM sponsored by Time Warner Inc.

LOCO7 Presents IN RETROSPECT At La MaMa Puppet Series 11/12-28
by BWW News Desk - Nov 28, 2010


With its newest production, 'In Retrospect,' the LOCO7 Dance Puppet Theatre Company, led by Federico Restrepo, investigates how we each construct our personal memory box: how we keep our memories fresh and preserve the things that made us who we are.

Lacey, Hibbert et al. Join Olympia Dukakis in MILK TRAIN at Roundabout in 2011; Cast Announced
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 11, 2010


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is pleased to announce the full company of The Milk Train Doesn't Stop Here Anymore, by Tennessee Williams, directed by Michael Wilson. The cast will include Curtis Billings (Giulio), Elisa Bocanegra (Simonetta), Olympia Dukakis (Flora Goforth), Edward Hibbert (Witch of Capri), Maggie Lacey (Frances Black), Darren Pettie (Christopher Flanders).

LOCO7 Presents IN RETROSPECT At La MaMa Puppet Series 11/12-28
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2010


With its newest production, 'In Retrospect,' the LOCO7 Dance Puppet Theatre Company, led by Federico Restrepo, investigates how we each construct our personal memory box: how we keep our memories fresh and preserve the things that made us who we are.

LOCO7 Presents IN RETROSPECT At La MaMa Puppet Series 11/12-28
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 8, 2010


With its newest production, 'In Retrospect,' the LOCO7 Dance Puppet Theatre Company, led by Federico Restrepo, investigates how we each construct our personal memory box: how we keep our memories fresh and preserve the things that made us who we are.

Sphinx Musicians Return to Carnegie Hall Stage
by BWW News Desk - Oct 5, 2010


The next generation of classical musicians must reflect the cultural diversity present in everyday life. In this spirit, The Sphinx Laureates at Carnegie Hall, co-presented by Sheila C. Johnson, will take place on October 5, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium.

LA LUNA NUEVA Festival of Hispanic Arts & Culture Held At Miracle Theatre 9/17-10/2
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2010


LA LUNA NUEVA - A festival of Hispanic arts and culture from around the world in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Sponsored by PGE Foundation

LA LUNA NUEVA Festival of Hispanic Arts & Culture Held At Miracle Theatre 9/17-10/2
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 30, 2010


LA LUNA NUEVA - A festival of Hispanic arts and culture from around the world in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Sponsored by PGE Foundation

BWW Reviews: Theatre Out Spotlights 'Southern Baptist Sissies'
by Michael L. Quintos - Aug 25, 2010


Recent events in the American political arena have certainly illustrated that, even to this day, there is--and perhaps, always will be--a conflict between the strict doctrine of most factions of organized religion and the equal-rights-seeking gay community. This heated, often deeply painful struggle is even more pronounced for those caught in the middle of these two opposing worlds. This internal conflict it causes--to stay truthful to one's sexual identity, as well as abide by the long-ingrained teachings of their church's gospel--is the subject of Del Shores' stirring SOUTHERN BAPTIST SISSIES, presented by Theatre Out, Orange County's sole gay and lesbian theatre company, at Santa Ana's Empire Theatre through September 2.

The Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre Announces 2010/11 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 18, 2010


The Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre is pleased to announce the 2010/11 mainstage 'in repertory' season of Hamlet and As You Like It, a tragedy and a comedy, written within one year of each other by William Shakespeare, and directed by Artistic Director Carmen Khan.

LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE Plays Toronto, 7/21 - 9/4
by BWW News Desk - Jul 21, 2010


Paula Brancati, Lauren Collins, Wendy Crewson, Cynthia Dale, Andrea Martin, and Louise Pitre are officially set to be the first cast of the Toronto production of LOVE, LOSS, AND WHAT I WORE. As in the initial New York staging of the play by Nora and Delia Ephron, the production will feature a company of six that rotates in four-week cycles. The next cast will be announced in the next upcoming weeks.

Brancati, Martin, & Pitre Set For LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE in Toronto, 7/21 - 9/4
by BWW News Desk - Jul 16, 2010


Paula Brancati, Lauren Collins, Wendy Crewson, Cynthia Dale, Andrea Martin, and Louise Pitre are officially set to be the first cast of the Toronto production of LOVE, LOSS, AND WHAT I WORE. As in the initial New York staging of the play by Nora and Delia Ephron, the production will feature a company of six that rotates in four-week cycles. The next cast will be announced in the next upcoming weeks.

Sphinx Musicians Return to Carnegie Hall Stage
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 28, 2010


The next generation of classical musicians must reflect the cultural diversity present in everyday life. In this spirit, The Sphinx Laureates at Carnegie Hall, co-presented by Sheila C. Johnson, will take place on October 5, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium.

LA Philharmonic's Ernest Fleischmann Passes Away At 85
by Charlie Piane - Jun 14, 2010


It is with deep regret and sadness that the Los Angeles Philharmonic must announce the passing of our beloved friend and colleague Ernest Fleischmann. Ernest died surrounded by his family last evening, Sunday June 13, in his Los Angeles home after a long illness at the age of 85.

Brancati, Martin, & Pitre Set For LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE in Toronto, 7/21 - 9/4
by Mary Hanrahan - Jun 9, 2010


Paula Brancati, Lauren Collins, Wendy Crewson, Cynthia Dale, Andrea Martin, and Louise Pitre are officially set to be the first cast of the Toronto production of LOVE, LOSS, AND WHAT I WORE. As in the initial New York staging of the play by Nora and Delia Ephron, the production will feature a company of six that rotates in four-week cycles. The next cast will be announced in the next upcoming weeks.

The Columbia Gorge School of Theatre Announces 2010 Camp Sessions
by Lauren Wolman - Jun 6, 2010


The Columbia Gorge School of Theatre (www.TheatreCamp.com) is entering its 14th year of providing professional actor training for young people from across the country and from around the world. CGST students study Acting, Singing, Dancing, Movement, Voice, TV/Film Acting and the Biz with theatre professionals from all over. This year, our staff is coming in from Portland, Seattle, Phoenix, Cleveland, Detroit and several from New York City. Our alumni have gone on to work in feature films, television series, commercials, and Broadway tours. They have also gotten into some of the best BFA theatre programs in the nation. This year, CGST is located at Reed College in Portland, with its excellent facilities, dorms, grounds and food. CGST is dedicated to fostering an emotionally safe experience. No previous acting experience is required. Join the CGST family today.

Highline Ballroom Announces monthly Schedule Of Events For July
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 2, 2010


Highline Ballroom is located 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

Northrop Announces 2010-2011 Dance Season
by Jeff Dennhardt - May 23, 2010


Northrop at the University of Minnesota announces its 10-11 dance season curated by Director of Concerts and Lectures at Northrop, Ben Johnson. This year, Northrop will continue to uphold the tradition of presenting world-class dance by providing an extensive scope of the finest American and International ballet, modern, and contemporary dance featuring renowned choreographers, world-class dance companies, and magnificently talented dancers.

Skylight Opera Presents RENT May 21-June 20
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2010


The Pulitizer and Tony Award winnning rock opera RENT comes to the Broadway Theatre Center May 21 through June 20 as part of the Sylight Opera Series. Ticket prices range from $62 to $20 and are available at the Box Office, 414-291-7800 or www.skylightopera.com.

The Heartache of YOUTH
by Brent Englar - May 17, 2010


Standing O Productions, the 3-year-old theatre company based in Arnold, mounts a memorable production of Kenneth Lonergan's THIS IS OUR YOUTH.

This is Our Youth FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of This is Our Youth have there been?
This is Our Youth has had 3 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1996, Off-Broadway which opened in 1998 and Broadway which opened in 2014.
What awards has This is Our Youth been nominated for?
This is Our Youth has been nominated for several awards. Mark Ruffalo was nominated for Performance at the Theatre World Awards, and Kenneth Lonergan was nominated for Outstanding New Play at the Drama Desk Awards.
What awards has This is Our Youth won?
This is Our Youth has won several awards, including the Performance award at the Theatre World Awards for Mark Ruffalo and the Outstanding New Play award at the Drama Desk Awards for Kenneth Lonergan.

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