The Importance of Being Earnest 1985

Ages: 8+
Opened: November 13, 1985
Closing: January 19, 1986

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Every Broadway Actor in THE GILDED AGE Season Two
by Michael Major - Nov 19, 2023


The Gilded Age has returned for season two with a fresh lineup of Broadway stars! The first season of Julian Fellowes' series featured over 60 Broadway alums, including Audra McDonald, Nathan Lane, Cynthia Nixon, and more. Check out which faces you recognize from the theatre, including new additions like Laura Benanti and Jeremy Shamos.

Atlantic Theater Company's INFINITE LIFE Begins Performances Tonight
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2023


Get all the details about the highly-anticipated production of INFINITE LIFE at Atlantic Theater Company. Find out when and where the performances take place, and get a sneak peek into what to expect from this exciting new show. Don't miss out on this unforgettable theater experience!

Television Stars and Award-Winning Theatre Come to Pleasance this Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023


The third Edinburgh Fringe announcement for the Pleasance Theatre Trust features further huge theatrical and comedic names, noteworthy newcomers, international inspirational talent and insightful talks. 

Emma Hatton, Sally Ann Triplett & More to Star in BERLUSCONI World Premiere Musical at Southwark Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2023


The cast has been announced for the world premiere of BERLUSCONI at Southwark Playhouse. Rehearsals begin on 13 February with first preview on 25 March and press night on 29 March.

A Guide to Broadway Guest Stars on BLUE BLOODS
by Michael Major - Feb 20, 2023


While the series' recurring cast includes Tom Selleck, Bridget Moynahan, Donnie Wahlberg, and more, guest stars have included Audra McDonald, Kelli O'Hara, Joanna Gleason, Adrienne Warren, Jinkx Monsoon, Norm Lewis, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. Check out a list of Broadway guest stars on Blue Bloods now!

Amanda Ryan Joins The Company Of The World Première Of Terry Johnson's THE SEX PARTY
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2022


The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced that Amanda Ryan joins the company as Magdalena for the world première of Terry Johnson's The Sex Party – joining the previously announced Will Barton (Tim), Lisa Dwan (Gilly), John Hopkins (Jake), Timothy Hutton (Jeff), Jason Merrells (Alex), Pooya Mohseni (Lucy), Molly Osborne (Hetty) and Kelly Price (Camilla). Amanda Donohoe has had to withdraw for personal reasons.

Bergen County Players Continues Its 90th Season With CLUE
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2022


Bergen County Players (BCP), one of America's longest-running little theater companies, will present the zany, hilarious madcap comedy CLUE, opening on October 29.

Bergen County Players Continues Its 90th Season With Jonathan Lynn & Sandy Rustin's Hilarious Whodunit CLUE
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2022


Bergen County Players (BCP), one of America's longest-running little theater companies, is excited to present the zany, hilarious madcap comedy CLUE, opening on October 29. Under the direction of Bill Kaufman, this fast-paced laugh riot adapted from the hit 1985 film, which in turn was adapted from the classic board game, 'is mostly silly and engagingly fun.

Menier Chocolate Factory Announces Full Cast For The World Première of Terry Johnson's THE SEX PARTY
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2022


The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced the full casting for the world première of Terry Johnson's The Sex Party – Johnson directs Will Barton (Tim), Amanda Donohoe (Magdalena), Lisa Dwan (Gilly), John Hopkins (Jake), Timothy Hutton (Jeff), Jason Merrells (Alex), Pooya Mohseni (Lucy), Molly Osborne (Hetty) and Kelly Price (Camilla).

Added Performance For Castle Craig Players' Sold Out CLUE: ON STAGE
by Grace Cutler - Jul 8, 2022


Due to an overwhelming demand for tickets, Meriden's Castle Craig Players have added a performance of CLUE: On Stage on Thursday, August 11 at 8pm.

Cast Announced For Castle Craig Players CLUE: On Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2022


Castle Craig Players has announced the cast for its summer production of 'CLUE: On Stage', the brand-new stage adaptation of 1985 cult classic motion picture, which will run July 29 - August 13 at the group's intimate cabaret venue in Meriden.

Original Theatre Company Announces The Directors For The Original Playwriting Award's Script-in-hand Performances
by Stephi Wild - May 20, 2022


Original Theatre Company today announces the directors for the script-in-hand performances of the winners of their new playwriting prize Original Playwriting Award Amelia Sears, Michael Boyd, Michael Fentiman, and Charlotte Peters.

Broadway Actors You Should Know in THE MARVELOUS MRS. MAISEL
by Michael Major - Feb 27, 2022


Check out BroadwayWorld's guide to Broadway actors in the fourth season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and how you know them! The series features an impressive amount of Broadway talent, including returning cast members Tony Shalhoub, Stephanie Hsu, and Jane Lynch, and new guest stars like Gideon Glick, Kelly Bishop, and more.

Former Shaw Festival Artistic Director Christopher Newton Passes Away at 85
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 21, 2021


The Shaw Festival is mourning the death of Christopher Newton, former artistic director, who died peacefully yesterday morning at the age of 85. Actor, stage manager, playwright, artistic director, Mr. Newton made a momentous impact and life-long contributions to the Canadian theatre landscape and performing arts.

Meet the Cast of FLYING OVER SUNSET on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2021


Flying Over Sunset has returned to previews on Broadway! Learn more about the cast bringing the musical to life!

Photos: Inside Rehearsals for 'NIGHT MOTHER Starring Stockard Channing and Rebecca Night
by Gigi Gervais - Oct 12, 2021


Rehearsal images have been released for Hampstead Theatre’s production of the astonishing Pulitzer Prize-winning play ‘night, Mother by Marsha Norman. Featuring Stockard Channing and Rebecca Night, with direction by the theatre’s Artistic Director, Roxana Silbert, ‘night, Mother will run from 22 October until 4 December 2021. 

Photo: All New Promo Image Released For 'NIGHT, MOTHER Starring Stockard Channing and Rebecca Night
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2021


A new image has been released for Hampstead Theatre’s production of the astonishing Pulitzer Prize-winning play ‘night, Mother by Marsha Norman.  Featuring Stockard Channing and Rebecca Night, with direction by the theatre’s Artistic Director, Roxana Silbert.

Stockard Channing and Rebecca Night Will Star in 'NIGHT, MOTHER at Hampstead Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2021


Stockard Channing and Rebecca Night will perform in the Pulitzer Prize-winning 'night, Mother by Marsha Norman.  This astonishing play, which had its UK premiere at Hampstead Theatre in 1985, will be directed by the theatre's Artistic Director, Roxana Silbert.  'night, Mother will run from 22 October until 4 December 2021.

NUNSENSE to Open Friday At Little Theatre Of Virginia Beach
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 13, 2021


Little Theatre of Virginia Beach is back to 100% capacity on July 16 with the opening of the musical comedy, 'Nunsense' by Dan Goggin. ''Nunsense' is a show that is designed to give the audience an evening of wonderful song, dance and side-splitting laughs, performed by a multi-talented cast,' said director Karen Buchheim.

Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds Adds Two More Shows to Their AT HOME WITH... Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2020


Tonight, Thursday 20th August, sees the very first Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds brand-new online series, At Home With... in partnership with Theatre Tokens and sponsored by Theatre Royal Autumn Season Sponsor, Churchgates. The event, hosted on Zoom, will see celebrity pairings in conversation with each other from their own homes.

Meet the Cast of FLYING OVER SUNSET - Now in Previews on Broadway!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2020


Flying Over Sunset is officially in previews on Broadway! The musical, with book and direction by James Lapine, music by Tom Kitt, and lyrics by Michael Korie, and choreography by Michelle Dorrance will open Thursday, April 16.

34th Annual MAC Awards to Take Place in March; Anita Gillette to Receive Lifetime Achievement Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2020


The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) has made its initial announcement of the upcoming 34th Annual MAC Awards. The awards presentation and show will take place on Monday, March 30, 2020 at 7:00 pm, at SONY Hall on 46th Street in New York City.

Mamie Parris, Andrew Kober, Alex Finke and More Will Star in UNMASKED at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2019


Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director, Michael Stotts- Managing Director), recipient of the Regional Theatre Tony Award, begins the new year with the world premiere Unmasked: The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and written with Richard Curtis. Unmasked: The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber begins performances Thursday, January 30, 2020, and will continue through Sunday, March 1, 2020 at Paper Mill Playhouse (22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ). JPMorgan Chase & Co. is the major sponsor of Unmasked: The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber. Paper Mill Playhouse's 2019-2020 season is proudly sponsored by Investors Bank. Opening Night is Sunday evening, February 9, 2020 at 7:00pm.

Kean Stage to Host Michael Cerveris, Dana Ivey and Richard Masur in NPR's SELECTED SHORTS
by Julie Musbach - Oct 24, 2019


NPR's hit public radio series Selected Shorts is coming to Kean Stage's Enlow Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 16 with an evening of festive stories filled with love, laughter and nostalgia. The stories will be read by actors Michael Cerveris, Dana Ivey and Richard Masur.

New York's Leading LGBTQ Film Festival 'Newfest' Announces Full Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2019


New York's leading LGBTQ film festival, NewFest, has announced the full lineup of their 31st annual celebration of the year's best LGBTQ films from around the world. As announced earlier this week, the festival will kick off the festival's 31st edition with the New York premiere of Mike Doyle's Manhattan-set ensemble rom-com SELL BY, featuring an eclectic cast including Scott Evans (Netflix's “Grace and Frankie”), Kate Walsh (ABC's “Grey's Anatomy”), Academy Award-nominee and Emmy Award-winner Patricia Clarkson, Michelle Buteau (Netflix's “Tales of the City”) and Augustus Prew (HIGH-RISE), and will close the festival with the New York premiere of Rodrigo Bellott's award-winning film TU ME MANQUES, which was recently announced as Bolivia's submission for Best International Feature Film selection for the 2019 Academy Awards. 

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