Writers' Theatre Announces Fourth Extension of OH COWARD! Now Running Thru 5/16
by BWW News Desk - Mar 9, 2010
Writers' Theatre Artistic Director Michael Halberstam and Executive Director Kathryn M. Lipuma announce the second extension of Oh Coward!, words and music by Noel Coward, devised by Roderick Cook. The production, which began its run in November 2009 is directed by Jim Corti, with musical direction by Doug Peck. The production has been extended through April 18, 2010, at Writers' Theatre, 664 Vernon Avenue in Glencoe.
Edward Watts is FANTASTICKS' New El Gallo; Cleale Departs 3/14
by Mary Hanrahan - Mar 9, 2010
Edward Watts, most recently seen on Broadway in Finian's Rainbow, will assume the role of El Gallo in The Fantasticks, the world's longest-running musical, on Monday, March 22, 2010. He replaces Lewis Cleale, who will play his final performance on March 14.
Jacque d’Amboise to Host 'An Encounter with Dance' at Nashville Ballet, 3/6
by BWW News Desk - Mar 5, 2010
Nashville Ballet will host Jacques d'Amboise Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. for "An Encounter With Dance". Local youth have been invited to meet this ballet legend and have the opportunity to learn more about dance movement. Jacques has touched the lives of two million children across the globe and Nashville Ballet is honored to have him here in Nashville. He will also be honored at Ballet Ball (at the Hutton Hotel) Saturday evening.
Czech-American Marionette Theatre Presents REVOLUTION! at Theatre for the New City, 3/4-21
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2010
Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre will dissect revolution with stilts and strings in 'REVOLUTION!,' a theatre spectacle that examines revolutions throughout the history of mankind as a backdrop for the extraordinary peaceful 1989 Velvet Revolution in former Czechoslovakia. Theater for the New City, 155 First Avenue will present the work March 4 to 21, 2010. It will feature regulars of Czechoslovak American Marionette Theatre and guest artists.
Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre Stages A 'REVOLUTION!'
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2010
Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre (www.czechmarionattes.org) will dissect revolution with stilts and strings in 'REVOLUTION!,' a theatre spectacle that examines revolutions throughout the history of mankind as a backdrop for the extraordinary peaceful 1989 Velvet Revolution in former Czechoslovakia. Theater for the New City, 155 First Avenue (www.theaterforthenewcity.net) will present the work March 4 to 21, 2010. It will feature regulars of Czechoslovak American Marionette Theatre and guest artists.
NYC Discovery Tours Announces Upcoming Tour Schedule Thru July
by BWW News Desk - Mar 2, 2010
NYC DISCOVERY TOURS PUBLIC TOUR Schedule for March through Independence Weekend 2010, including St Patricks and St Josephs Day, Easter Weekend, Mother's Day Weekend, the Birthday of the High Line, the Birthday of the Brooklyn Bridge, Memorial Day, and Fathers Day.
SIGNS OF LIFE Releases Post-Show Discussion Schedule
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2010
Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff, Producing Artistic Director) and Snap-Two Productions will offer post-show discussions with artists, experts and survivors of Terezin following the performance of the new musical Signs of Life . Talk-backs begin February 27, 2010.
Leavel, McLane, Schulman, Lewis, Simunovich et al. Set for 'Sending Our Love to Haiti' Benefit Concert, 2/21
by BWW News Desk - Feb 21, 2010
On Sunday, February 21, 2010, a silent auction will be held at 7:00 p.m.
followed by an 8:00 p.m. benefit concert for the children of Haiti and their families at the Bergen Performing
Arts Center (PAC) in Englewood, New Jersey. A live auction will be held during intermission. The event is
being underwritten and organized by The Presbyterian Church at Tenafly and Temple Sinai of Bergen County
and being sponsored by over twenty churches and synagogues throughout Bergen County.
SIGNS OF LIFE Releases Post-Show Discussion Schedule
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 19, 2010
Amas Musical Theatre (Donna Trinkoff, Producing Artistic Director) and Snap-Two Productions will offer post-show discussions with artists, experts and survivors of Terezin following the performance of the new musical Signs of Life . Talk-backs begin February 27, 2010.
Wilkof, Raben Lead Reprise's A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 18, 2010
The 2009-2010 season of Reprise Theatre Company continues with 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,' 1962's Tony-Award-winning Best Musical, March 16 to 28 at UCLA's Freud Playhouse. Directed by David Lee, the production's book is by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.
Boston Pops Season Features Menzel, O'Hara & More
by Jessica Lewis - Feb 19, 2010
Today, Friday, February 19, Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops announced details of the orchestra's 125th anniversary season, May 4-June 20, 2010, outlining programs that celebrate the orchestra's rich tradition of performing the great music of this country's past and present, for which the Boston Pops is so well known.
Neile Adams Guests At Screening Of BULLITT
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2010
Neile Adams (aka Neile McQueen Toffel), author, performer and the former wife of the late legendary actor, Steve McQueen, will make a special appearance at a screening of the film, Bullitt, as part of the Film Series entitled, 'King of Cool - The Films of Steve McQueen,' being held at Seattle Art Museum; SAM Downtown, Plestcheeff Auditorium; 1300 First Avenue (between Union Street and University Street); Seattle, WA 98101, on Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.
Neile Adams Guests At Screening Of BULLITT
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 8, 2010
Neile Adams (aka Neile McQueen Toffel), author, performer and the former wife of the late legendary actor, Steve McQueen, will make a special appearance at a screening of the film, Bullitt, as part of the Film Series entitled, 'King of Cool - The Films of Steve McQueen,' being held at Seattle Art Museum; SAM Downtown, Plestcheeff Auditorium; 1300 First Avenue (between Union Street and University Street); Seattle, WA 98101, on Thursday, February 18, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.
New Amsterdam Singers Presents MADRIGALS FOR HARD TIMES
by BWW News Desk - Feb 6, 2010
New Amsterdam Singers Presents MADRIGALS FOR HARD TIMES Program replicates a Madrigal Singers concert of 1938. Performances will be held on Friday, March 19, 2010 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, March 21, 2010 at 4 p.m.
Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre Stages A 'REVOLUTION!'
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 1, 2010
Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre (www.czechmarionattes.org) will dissect revolution with stilts and strings in 'REVOLUTION!,' a theatre spectacle that examines revolutions throughout the history of mankind as a backdrop for the extraordinary peaceful 1989 Velvet Revolution in former Czechoslovakia. Theater for the New City, 155 First Avenue (www.theaterforthenewcity.net) will present the work March 4 to 21, 2010. It will feature regulars of Czechoslovak American Marionette Theatre and guest artists.
MTC Opens Donald Margulies' TIME STANDS STILL, 1/28
by BWW News Desk - Jan 28, 2010
Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) are pleased to announce that Tony Award nominee Brian d'Arcy James will join the cast of the New York premiere of Donald Margulies' TIME STANDS STILL at Manhattan Theatre Club's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street).