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BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE to Open in June at Theatre Palisades
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 23, 2023

The summer solstice is upon us and something witchy this way comes. Theatre Palisades will present its third production of the year; the bewitching comedy, 'Bell, Book, and Candle.'

Cast Announced for Peninsula Players Next Audio Play BELL, BOOK, AND CANDLE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2021

Peninsula Players Theatre presents a reading of John Van Druten's whimsical comedy 'Bell, Book and Candle' on Monday, March 1, at 7 p.m. CST as part of The Play's the Thing, the theater's winter play reading series.  

BWW Exclusive: The 101 GREATEST ALBUMS of the Rock and Rap Era (1950-2020)
by Peter Nason - Apr 16, 2020

The Beatles! Rihanna! Michael Jackson! Johnny Cash! Kanye West! The Rolling Stones! Aretha Franklin! Bob Dylan! Miles Davis! Nirvana! BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the greatest albums from the rock and rap era (1950-2020); see if your favorites made the grade!

BWW Review: Semi-Charmed BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE at the Granite Theatre
by Erica Cataldi-Roberts - Oct 14, 2018

BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE, playing at Westerly's Granite Theatre through October 28th, is the perfect choice of a play for this month, when thoughts of Halloween and all things spooky and mystical are in the air.

Stage & Screen Legend Patricia Morison Dies at 103
by Robert Diamond - May 20, 2018

Stage and screen star, Patricia Morison died today at the age of 103 at home in Los Angeles of natural causes. A stage icon and legend best known for her starring roles in Cole Porter's Kiss Me Kate and The King & I opposite Yul Brynner, she established an indelible mark in films with a reputation as a the villainous femme fatale with large blue eyes and extremely long, dark hair that made her a favorite of studios and fans alike. 

California State University, Fullerton's 2017�"2018 Season Opens with FRANKENSTEIN
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2017

Cal State Fullerton's 2017-2018 season opens with Frankenstein based on the novel by Mary Shelley, adapted by Bruce Goodrich and directed by CSUF Professor Maria Cominis, which runs September 29-October 15, 2017 in the Young Theatre on campus. An electrifying new version of Frankenstein will keep audiences mesmerized by the sheer power of Mary Shelley's 19th century classic.

BWW Review: BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE Does Not Quite Glow at 2nd Story Theatre
by Larry O'Brien - Aug 19, 2017

BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE must be missing the eye of a newt.

TheatreWorks Re-Designs, Re-Directs BELL, BOOK & CANDLE After Controversy, Director Resigns From Board
by Michael Dale - Dec 17, 2015

A reviewer pointed out extreme similarities between the TheatreWorks production and one directed by Darko Tresnjak.

TheatreWorks' BELL, BOOK & CANDLE Suspended After Set Design/Direction Controversy
by Michael Dale - Dec 10, 2015

A theatre critic's review points out similarities to an earlier production's staging and design.

BELL, BOOK & CANDLE Opens Tonight at TheatreWorks New Milford
by BWW News Desk - Dec 4, 2015

Tonight, December 4 at 8:00 p.m., TheatreWorks New Milford will open the classic romantic comedy Bell, Book & Candle by John Van Druten. The show runs for five weeks.

BELL, BOOK & CANDLE Opens 12/4 at TheatreWorks New Milford
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 20, 2015

On Friday, December 4 at 8:00 p.m., TheatreWorks New Milford will open the classic romantic comedy Bell, Book & Candle by John Van Druten. The show runs for five weeks.

Elinor Donahue and David Mason Star in Judson Theatre's HARVEY, Beginning Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 24, 2015

Judson Theatre Company welcomes Elinor Donahue in their production of the Pulitzer Prize comedy HARVEY by Mary Chase. Donahue, an Emmy nominee, is well known for her role as Betty on FATHER KNOWS BEST. HARVEY opens tonight, September 24 and runs through Sunday, September 27 at Owens Auditorium at Sandhills Community College, located at 3395 Airport Road in Pinehurst.

Elinor Donahue and David Mason Star in Judson Theatre's HARVEY, Starting Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 24, 2015

Judson Theatre Company has announced that Elinor Donahue has joined the cast of their upcoming production of the Pulitzer Prize comedy HARVEY by Mary Chase. Donahue, an Emmy nominee, is well known for her role as Betty on Father Knows Best. HARVEY opens tonight, September 24 and runs through Sunday, September 27 at Owens Auditorium at Sandhills Community College, located at 3395 Airport Road in Pinehurst.

Elinor Donahue and David Mason to Star in Judson Theatre's HARVEY This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Aug 24, 2015

Judson Theatre Company has announced that Elinor Donahue has joined the cast of their upcoming production of the Pulitzer Prize comedy HARVEY by Mary Chase. Donahue, an Emmy nominee, is well known for her role as Betty on Father Knows Best. HARVEY opens Thursday, September 24 and runs through Sunday, September 27 at Owens Auditorium at Sandhills Community College, located at 3395 Airport Road in Pinehurst.

Review Roundup: FINDING NEVERLAND Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - Apr 15, 2015

The new Broadway musical Finding Neverland, starring Matthew Morrison, Kelsey Grammer and Laura Michelle Kelly, officially opens tonight, April 15, 2015 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street). Let's see what the critics had to say...

getTV Presents Monster Halloween Marathon Featuring Bela Lugosi, Vincent Price & More, Today
by TV News Desk - Oct 31, 2014

Trick or Treat with getTV this Halloween, as the network conjures a monster marathon loaded with witches, ghosts, vampires, and a slew of genre icons, today, October 31.

BWW Reviews: BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE Bewitches Wichita Community Theatre
by Alison Bridget Chambers - Oct 15, 2014

Bell, Book and Candle, a lovely little light comedy by John Van Druten, opened this weekend at Wichita Community Theatre under the direction of Dan Schuster. If you're looking for some Halloween fun without the horror, Bell, Book and Candle is the right choice.

getTV to Present Monster Halloween Marathon Featuring Bela Lugosi, Vincent Price & More, 10/31
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 22, 2014

Trick or Treat with getTV this Halloween, as the network conjures a monster marathon loaded with witches, ghosts, vampires, and a slew of genre icons, on Friday, October 31.

Mint Theater Extends LONDON WALL Through 4/26; Will be Filmed for Future Broadcast by Channel 13
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 14, 2014

Mint Theater's new production, London Wall by John Van Druten, featuring Julia Coffey, Katie Gibson, Matthew Gumley, Jonathan Hogan, Laurie Kennedy, Elise Kibler, Stephen Plunkett, Christopher Sears, and Alex Trow will now continue through April 26th at Mint's home (311 West 43rd Street). This is the American premiere of John Van Druten's "rivetingly entertaining" (The Guardian) romantic drama, which opened Monday February 24th. Davis McCallum, who staged the 2012 Pulitzer-Prize winning play Water by the Spoonful at Second Stage, as well as the award-winning production of The Whale at Playwrights Horizons, directs.

London Wall Extends at Mint Theater Through 4/20
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 17, 2014

Mint Theater's new production, London Wall by John Van Druten, featuring Julia Coffey, Katie Gibson, Matthew Gumley, Jonathan Hogan, Laurie Kennedy, Elise Kibler, Stephen Plunkett, Christopher Sears, and Alex Trow will now continue through April 20th at Mint's home (311 West 43rd Street). This is the American premiere of John Van Druten's 'rivetingly entertaining' (The Guardian) romantic drama, which opened Monday February 24th.

Mint Theater to Host Special EnrichMINT Event in Conjunction with LONDON WALL, 3/17
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 7, 2014

Mint Theater today announced a special EnrichMINT Event for their acclaimed production, London Wall by John Van Druten: JOHN VAN DRUTEN: A WRITER'S WRITER, FEATURING TREASURES FROM THE JOHN VAN DRUTEN PAPERS, Monday, March 17th at 6pm at The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts' Bruno Walter Auditorium, 65th Street & Amsterdam Avenue.

LONDON WALL Extends Through 4/13 at Mint Theater
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 24, 2014

Mint Theater's new production, London Wall by John Van Druten, featuring Julia Coffey, Katie Gibson, Matthew Gumley, Jonathan Hogan, Laurie Kennedy, Elise Kibler, Stephen Plunkett, Christopher Sears, and Alex Trow will now continue through April 13th at Mint's home (311 West 43rd Street). This is the American premiere of John Van Druten's 'rivetingly entertaining' (The Guardian) romantic drama, which opens tonight, Monday February 24th.

Mint Theater Reveals EnrichMINT Events for LONDON WALL
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 4, 2014

Mint Theater today announced the EnrichMINT Events for their next production, London Wall by John Van Druten. All events take place immediately after the performance, and usually last under an hour. They are all FREE and open to the public. Speakers and dates subject to change without notice.

Mint Theater's LONDON WALL Begins Performances Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 31, 2014

Mint Theater's next production, London Wall by John Van Druten, featuring Julia Coffey, Katie Gibson, Matthew Gumley, Jonathan Hogan, Laurie Kennedy, Elise Kibler, Stephen Plunkett, Christopher Sears, and Alex Trow will begin performances tomorrow, Saturday February 1st and continue through March 30th. Opening Night is set for Monday February 24th (7pm) at Mint's home (311 West 43rd Street). This will be the American premiere of John Van Druten's 'rivetingly entertaining' (The Guardian) romantic drama.

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