Kirk Douglas Theatre Opens Production of THE WAKE, 3/21-4/18
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2010
Kirk Douglas Theatre will open the world premiere of Lisa Kron's The Wake co-produced with Berkeley Repertory Theatre and directed by Leigh Silverman. Previews begin March 21. The Wake opens March 28 and is set to run through April 18, 2010.
LA Times Interviews THE WAKE Author Lisa Kron
by Jeff Dennhardt - Mar 14, 2010
The Los Angeles Times has interviewed THE WAKE author Lisa Kron about her new play that discusses the 2000 Presidential Election and 9/11. Obie Award-winner Lisa Kron reunites with Leigh Silverman, who directed Kron's highly acclaimed 2006 production of 'Well' on Broadway, to present this new play to Los Angeles audiences.
FAB Offers Special Pricing for Shows in The East Village
by BWW News Desk - Mar 8, 2010
Fourth Arts Block (FAB) and its 20+ member organizations are offering an alternative to pricey outings with more than 30 performances for $20 or less before March 31st. These event include film showings, tours, theater, burlesque and dance. With the most art per square foot in NYC, East 4th Street continues to produce and present work that is accessible and affordable for everyone to enjoy.
Playwrights Horizons Announces Casting for A COOL DIP IN THE BARREN SAHARAN CRICK
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2010
Playwrights Horizons (Tim Sanford, Artistic Director; Leslie Marcus, Managing Director) continues its 2009/2010 Season with the World Premiere of A COOL DIP IN THE BARREN SAHARAN CRICK, a new play by Kia Corthron (Breath, Boom at Playwrights Horizons/PH, Force Continuum), directed by Obie Award winner Chay Yew (Durango at The Public).
InterAct Theatre Company Announces Cast of WHEN WE GO UPON THE SEA
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 23, 2010
InterAct Theatre Company continues its long-time relationship with Pulitzer Prize- and Tony-nominated playwright, Lee Blessing, by producing the World Premiere his latest drama, WHEN WE GO UPON THE SEA, which begins performances Friday, April 9, and has its official Opening Night on Wednesday, April 14, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. WHEN WE GO UPON THE SEA takes aim at an American populace that has grown strikingly complacent in the wake of extraordinary global challenges, exposing one of the world's most intriguing and influential conflicts: the battle between the elected leader of the free world and a democracy of millions.
Audiences at Berkeley Rep Donate $7,835 for Haiti Relief Efforts
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2010
In recent weeks, generous audiences at Berkeley Repertory Theatre have donated $7,835 to help people in the wake of the devastating earthquake in Haiti. The funds - which were collected by volunteer ushers following performances of Athol Fugard's Coming Home - have been given to Doctors Without Borders, the international nonprofit organization that was honored with the Nobel Peace Prize for its ongoing efforts to provide aid in nearly 60 nations to people whose survival is threatened by violence, neglect, or catastrophe.
2010 Berkshire Theatre Festival to Include Atkinson, Rando, Easton et al.
by Jeff Dennhardt - Feb 12, 2010
Artistic Director/CEO Kate Maguire has announced the schedule for the 2010 Berkshire Theatre Festival season. This season features one world premiere, two musicals, and multiple classics from the theatrical canon. Critically-acclaimed directors David Auburn, Anders Cato, Kyle Fabel, Wes Grantom, Eric Hill, John Rando, and E. Gray Simons III will be charged with bringing this season of theatre that matters to life. Among the actors appearing this year in Stockbridge are Jayne Atkinson, David Chandler, Jeremy Davidson, Richard Easton, Michel Gill, and Randy Harrison.
Pheasant Run Resort Mainstage Presents FLANAGAN'S WAKE
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 9, 2010
Back by popular demand, Noble Fool Theatricals presents Flanagan's Wake, the interactive Irish comedy now running in its 15th year throughout the U.S. In honor of St. Patrick's Day, the comedy will be center stage to 'celebrate as only the Irish can' at Pheasant Run Resort for one night only (4051 E. Main St., St. Charles, IL; box office 630-584-6342).
Playwrights Horizons Announces Casting for A COOL DIP IN THE BARREN SAHARAN CRICK
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2010
Playwrights Horizons (Tim Sanford, Artistic Director; Leslie Marcus, Managing Director) continues its 2009/2010 Season with the World Premiere of A COOL DIP IN THE BARREN SAHARAN CRICK, a new play by Kia Corthron (Breath, Boom at Playwrights Horizons/PH, Force Continuum), directed by Obie Award winner Chay Yew (Durango at The Public).
STAGE TUBE: Anne Hathaway Sings on THE SIMPSONS
by BroadwayWorld TV - Jan 11, 2010
Stage and film actress Anne Hathaway made an appearance in Springfield as Princess Penelope, a new sidekick to Krusty the Clown, on Fox's 'The Simpsons'. In the episode, titled 'Once Upon a Time in Springfield', Hathaway sings 'A Princess Knows,' 'Glitter and Sparkle' and 'Watered with Love'; she also sings a brief part of Henry Mancini and Johnny Mercer's classic 'Moon River.'
Horse Trade Theater Group 'Encores' 1/6-13/2010 At The Kraine
by BWW News Desk - Jan 6, 2010
Horse Trade Theater Group brings back full performances of the critically acclaimed Hostage Song, The Pumpkin Pie Show: commencement, and Radiotheatre's Frankenstein for a limited engagement as part of the Association of Performing Arts Presenters Conference.
BWW Blogs: 'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for December 29th, 2009
by Paul W. Thompson - Dec 30, 2009
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadwy. The Mosh Pit 'Top Ten Hot Topics' for the latter half of 2009: 10. 'Yeast Nation,' 9. 'Cabaret,' 8. 'In The Heights,' 7. 'South Pacific,' more....
BWW INTERVIEWS: ANNIE's Madison Kerth & Lynn Andrews at The Fabulous Fox Theatre
by Joseph Harrison - Dec 28, 2009
Anytime I hear someone mention Annie, songs and images immediately pop in my head. Sometimes those images are of my first trip to the theatre ever when I was just 6 or 7 seeing Annie at the Civic Center here in Atlanta. Sometimes pieces of the memorable score pop up, and other times simply a smile will arise, since Annie is just one of those shows that makes you smile. I recently had the chance to relive those memories and smile again when I sat down to speak with Madison Kerth, who plays Annie in the upcoming Theater of the Stars production at the Fabulous Fox Theatre (January 13 - 17) as well as Lynn Andrews who plays the devious Miss Hannigan.
Kirk Douglas Theatre Presents THE WAKE, 3/21-4/18
by Alexandra Johnson - Dec 11, 2009
Kirk Douglas Theatre presents the world premiere of Lisa Kron's The Wake co-produced with Berkeley Repertory Theatre and directed by Leigh Silverman. Previews begin March 21. The Wake opens March 28 and is set to run through April 18, 2010.
Horse Trade Theater Group 'Encores' 1/6-13/2010 At The Kraine
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 10, 2009
Horse Trade Theater Group brings back full performances of the critically acclaimed Hostage Song, The Pumpkin Pie Show: commencement, and Radiotheatre's Frankenstein for a limited engagement as part of the Association of Performing Arts Presenters Conference.
Holiday Shows Galore on the California Central Coast!
by Curt Miner - Dec 8, 2009
Well guess what? Winter has FINALLY arrived here on the California Central Coast! Now, what we call 'winter' is a bit different than what that word means in many other places. 'Winter' here means highs in the 50s, lows in the 30s, and rain. In some of the higher elevations to our north and south, they may even get some snow - but here on the heart of the Central Coast, it just gets a little cooler and wetter than usual, and not much more. But warm or cool, rain or shine - our theatres are open for business and eagerly awaiting your presence at one of their upcoming performances!