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HowStuffWorks Podcast Goes Behind the Scenes at CLYBOURNE PARK
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2012


Discovery Communications' HowStuffWorks, the expert in answering questions for curious minds about our world, goes behind the scenes of Broadway for the first time ever with an all-new Stuff You Missed in History Class podcast entitled "A Visit to Clybourne Park," now available on HowStuffWorks.com and for download on iTunes. Hosted by Sarah Dowdey and Deblina Chakraborty, HowStuffWorks' Stuff You Missed in History Class brings historical topics - from Amelia Earhart to Napoleon - to life with careful research and lively discussion.

The Living Theatre's HISTORY OF THE WORLD Closes 2/25
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 21, 2012


The Living Theatre continues its 65th year with the world premiere of Judith Malina's THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD -- with performances to conclude at The Living Theatre (21 Clinton Street) on Saturday, February 25. Judith Malina directs.

Living Theatre Presents THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD
by BWW News Desk - Dec 31, 2011


The Living Theatre, the oldest experimental theatre group still producing in the United States, continues its 65th year with the world premiere of Judith Malina's THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD -- with performances to begin December 31, prior to its official press opening January 12 at The Living Theatre (21 Clinton Street).

Living Theatre Presents THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 28, 2011


The Living Theatre, the oldest experimental theatre group still producing in the United States, continues its 65th year with the world premiere of Judith Malina's THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD -- with performances to begin December 31, prior to its official press opening January 12 at The Living Theatre (21 Clinton Street).

Metropolitan Playhouse Presents THE JAZZ SINGER 11/12-12/11
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2011


The 'invaluable' Metropolitan Playhouse--2011 Obie Award winner--presents a revival of THE JAZZ SINGER, by Samson Raphaelson. First staged in in 1925 and revived in 1927, the play now receives the first professional production in the city, directed by Laura Livingston at Metropolitan's home: 220 E 4th Street .

Metropolitan Playhouse Presents THE JAZZ SINGER 11/12-12/11
by BWW News Desk - Nov 12, 2011


The 'invaluable' Metropolitan Playhouse--2011 Obie Award winner--presents a revival of THE JAZZ SINGER, by Samson Raphaelson. First staged in in 1925 and revived in 1927, the play now receives the first professional production in the city, directed by Laura Livingston at Metropolitan's home: 220 E 4th Street .

Metropolitan Playhouse Presents THE JAZZ SINGER 11/12-12/11
by Carly Rosemore - Oct 24, 2011


The 'invaluable' Metropolitan Playhouse--2011 Obie Award winner--presents a revival of THE JAZZ SINGER, by Samson Raphaelson. First staged in in 1925 and revived in 1927, the play now receives the first professional production in the city, directed by Laura Livingston at Metropolitan's home: 220 E 4th Street .

Albuquerque Theatre Guild October 2011 Performances Begin
by BWW News Desk - Oct 1, 2011


Albuquerque Theatre Guild October 2011 Performances begin.

BLOOD KNOT, HURT VILLAGE, et al. Featured in Signature Center's 2011-12 Season
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 28, 2011


Signature Theatre Company (Founding Artistic Director James Houghton; Executive Director Erika Mallin), announced today seven productions for its inaugural 2012 season at Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street near 10th Avenue), the company's new Frank Gehry-designed permanent home opening in February 2012. Signature Center will allow the Company to expand its programming, introduce new initiatives, and build audiences. Featuring three intimate theatres, a studio theatre, rehearsal studio and a shared lobby with café and bookstore, Signature Center will be both a theatre community hub and a neighborhood destination.

Albuquerque Theatre Guild Announces October 2011 Performance Calendar
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 16, 2011


Albuquerque Theatre Guild announces their October 2011 Performance Calendar.

John S. Tamagni Elected Chair of Brooklyn Museum Board of Trustees
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 24, 2011


The Members of the Board of Trustees of the Brooklyn Museum have elected John S. Tamagni, a member of the Board since 1987 and currently Chair of the finance committee and Board Treasurer, as the Museum's Chair.

2011 Tony Awards: Mark Rylance Wins 'Best Leading Actor in a Play'
by BWW Special Coverage - Jun 12, 2011


The American Theatre Wing's 64th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 13, 2011 and broadcast on the CBS Television Network. For more information visit tonyawards.com.

HarlemStage Presents THE FATS WALLER DANCE PARTY May 12-14
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2011


Presented in partnership with Center for Jazz Studies at Columbia University and the Columbia/Harlem Jazz Project

Waterston, Murray Lead Met Museum's Staged Readings of The Old Masters
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 10, 2011


Simon Gray's intense drama of friendship, ethics, and doom involving two leading luminaries of the pre-World War II European art world-The Old Masters-will be revived for an exclusive, two-evenings-only staged reading at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on consecutive Mondays, June 20 and June 27, at 7 p.m.

HarlemStage Presents THE FATS WALLER DANCE PARTY May 12-14
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 10, 2011


Presented in partnership with Center for Jazz Studies at Columbia University and the Columbia/Harlem Jazz Project

Review - Curtains & Catch Me If You Can
by Ben Peltz - May 9, 2011


There's a song in the backstage musical murder mystery, Curtains, that is unlike any other in the history of Broadway; a song guaranteed to make any musical theatre lover in the know choke up at least a little.

Sam Waterston, Brian Murray Set for THE OLD MASTERS Reading, 6/20 & 27
by Kelsey Denette - May 5, 2011


Simon Gray's intense drama of friendship, ethics, and doom involving two leading luminaries of the pre-World War II European art world-The Old Masters-will be revived for an exclusive, two-evenings-only staged reading at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on consecutive Mondays, June 20 and June 27, at 7 p.m.

2011 Tony Awards Nominees: 'Leading Actor in a Play'
by Charlie Piane - May 4, 2011


Nominations in 26 competitive categories for the American Theatre Wing's 65th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were announced May 3, 2011 by Tony Award winning actor Matthew Broderick and Tony Award winning actress Anika Noni Rose, at the Tony Award Nominations Announcement sponsored by IBM.

Joe's Pub Announces Gary Lucas & Gods and Monsters And More
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 28, 2011


Joe's Pub at The Public Theater debuted in October 1998 and has quickly became one of New York City's most celebrated and in-demand showcase venues for live music and performance. With its genre-blind booking and vast diversity of interests, the stage at Joe's Pub gives voice to a world of varied and stellar artists.

Stoneham Theatre Announces Its Young Company Summer Programs
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2011


Stoneham Theatre is pleased to announce the long-awaited summer schedule for its very popular young company programs.

Stoneham Theatre Announces Its Young Company Summer Programs
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 23, 2011


Stoneham Theatre is pleased to announce the long-awaited summer schedule for its very popular young company programs.

Bass Hall Welcomes Boz Scaggs, 2/14
by BWW News Desk - Feb 14, 2011


Performing Arts Fort Worth proudly welcomes back Dallas-bred singer/songwriter Boz Scaggs to Bass Performance Hall on Monday, February 14, 2011, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $27.50-$60.50, and will go on sale THIS SATURDAY, December 11, at 10:00 a.m.

Legacy Recordings Celebrates 75th B-day Year of Roy Orbison
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 8, 2011


Monument Records - The House That Roy Built: The Big O's Monument Singles Collection Debuts First-Ever CD Release Of Original Mono Mixes of All A & B Sides Cut For The Label, Plus DVD of Nine Songs From 'The Monument Concert 1965' Digitally Restored, Includes The Official Video For 'Oh Pretty Woman'

Living Theatre Presents KORACH, Previews 12/8
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2010


The Living Theatre, the oldest experimental theatre group still producing in the United States, continues its 63rd season with the world premiere of Judith Malina's KORACH - a new play based on the Biblical account of Korach, 'the first recorded anarchist in history,' who challenged the authority of Moses over the Israelites; a pivotal point in their 40-year trek through the desert after their liberation from Egyptian slavery - with previews to begin December 8, prior to its official press opening December 16 at The Living Theatre (21 Clinton Street).

Bass Hall Welcomes Boz Scaggs, 2/14
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 6, 2010


Performing Arts Fort Worth proudly welcomes back Dallas-bred singer/songwriter Boz Scaggs to Bass Performance Hall on Monday, February 14, 2011, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $27.50-$60.50, and will go on sale THIS SATURDAY, December 11, at 10:00 a.m.

The Connection FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Connection have there been?
The Connection has had 3 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1959, Off-Broadway which opened in 1961 and Off-Broadway which opened in 1963.
What awards has The Connection been nominated for?
The Connection has been nominated for several awards. Jack Gelber was nominated for Best Author at the Drama Desk Awards. The show was also nominated for Best All-Around Production at the Obie Awards, with Julian Beck and Judith Malina receiving the nomination. Additionally, Jack Gelber was nominated for Best New Play at the Obie Awards.
What awards has The Connection won?
The Connection has won several awards, including Best Author (Drama Desk Awards) for Jack Gelber, Best All-Around Production (Obie Awards) for Julian Beck, Best All-Around Production (Obie Awards) for Judith Malina, and Best New Play (Obie Awards) for Jack Gelber.

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