The Maryland Ensemble Theatre Presents THE GLASS MENAGERIE, 2/7-3/3January 22, 2013The Maryland Ensemble Theatre will present the fourth show in its fifteenth anniversary season: Tennessee Williams' much-lauded classic, The Glass Menagerie. The Glass Menagerie is an American masterpiece that announced the presence of one of the greatest dramatists of the 20th Century. Williams' semi-autobiographical heartbreaking yet often humorous memory play about a young struggling poet and his tenuous relationships with his overbearing mother and his fragile sister is an emotionally charged portrait of hope in 1930s St. Louis that is timeless in its ability to capture the imagination and hearts of audiences.
ANNE BOLEYN Extends at the Gamm Through 2/24January 22, 2013The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) has announced six additional performances of Anne Boleyn through February 24. The U.S. premiere of Howard Brenton's revisionist spin on the life and legacy of Anne Boleyn, the notorious and ill-fated wife of Henry VIII, played to sold-out houses during preview performances, with less than a house worth of seats available for the regular run. The unprecedented early sales have necessitated an extension on opening night.
Seattle's Annual Improv Comedy Festival Set for 2/13-17January 22, 2013The best improv comedy groups in North America descend upon Seattle for a five-day festival over Valentine's Day weekend. What's not to love about kung fu, pimps, slashers and David Mamet all performed without a script?
Interrobang Theatre Project Presents SPEAKING IN TONGUES, Beginning 2/21January 22, 2013Following its critically acclaimed success Hot 'N' Throbbing, Interrobang Theatre Project continues its third season with SPEAKING IN TONGUES by Australian playwright Andrew Bovell, directed by Artistic Director Jeffry Stanton, playing February 21 - March 24, 2013 at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago. The production features Meg Elliott, Joe Flynn, Jenny Lamb and Neal Starbird. Tickets for SPEAKING IN TONGUES are available at www.theaterwit.org/boxoffice. The press opening is Saturday, February 23 at 8 pm.
TCG Books Publishes LINCOLN ScreenplayJanuary 22, 2013Theatre Communications Group (TCG) today announced the publication of Tony Kushner's critically acclaimed screenplay for Lincoln, now a major motion picture directed by Steven Spielberg. Based in part on Pulitzer Prize-winning author Doris Kearns Goodwin's book, Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln, the published screenplay of Lincoln, available in both paperback and a limited edition hardcover, contains a Foreword by Kearns Goodwin and eight pages of color photos from the film.
The New Victory Theater Spring 2013 Workshops AnnouncedJanuary 22, 2013Looking for an engaging activity for the whole family? New Victory Family Workshops at the New 42nd Street Studios (where Broadway shows rehearse!) create opportunities where kids and adults explore the arts in an unforgettable way. Inspired by shows at The New Victory Theater, families learn exciting new skills, share lasting memories and play in unique, hands-on discovery sessions - no experience necessary!
Drury Lane Theatre Presents SUNSET BOULEVARD, Beginning 1/24January 22, 2013Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, presents Andrew Lloyd Webber's triumphant Broadway musical SUNSET BOULEVARD, previewing January 24, opening Friday, February 1 at 8:30 p.m., and running through March 24. The all-star cast is led by Christine Sherrill as "Norma Desmond" (National Tour of Mamma Mia!, Legally Blonde at Marriott Theatre and Xanadu and Curtains at Drury Lane Theatre) and Will Ray as "Joe Gillis" (National Tour of Little House on the Prairie, the new musical Allegiance at the Old Globe Theater, and Irish Repertory's Meet Me In St. Louis). SUNSET BOULEVARD is directed by William Osetek (Drury Lane Theatre's smash hit production of Spamalot and Jeff Award nominee for Best Director and Best Production for Thoroughly Modern Millie.)
Barter Theatre Opens Play Submissions for Barter's Appalachian Festival of Plays and PlaywrightsJanuary 22, 2013Barter Theatre is accepting submissions of new plays for its 13th annual Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights (AFPP) taking place July 5th through August 12th, 2013. Founded in 2001, Barter's AFPP provides an outlet for new plays and playwrights with a distinctly Appalachian voice. Any original play that has not been previously published or professionally produced may be submitted for consideration by March 1, 2013.
MARY POPPINS Opens Tonight in JacksonvilleJanuary 22, 2013The Jacksonville premiere of MARY POPPINS opens tonight, Tuesday, January 22 at 7:30PM at the Times-Union Center for a limited engagement of 8 performances through Sunday, January 27. 'We are delighted that sales have exceeded expectations, but there are still great seats available for this wonderful musical,' said Milt Russos, Executive Director of the Artist Series.
THE OTHER PLACE to Host Sloan Panel Discussion, 1/27January 22, 2013Manhattan Theatre Club announces the guests for the upcoming Sloan panel discussing Sharr White's THE OTHER PLACE. The panel will focus on the role of science in the play and will feature novelist Stefan Merrill Block, author of The Story of Forgetting; playwright Sharr White; neuroscientist Heather Berlin; and genetic counselor Jill Goldman. The panel will be moderated by NPR's Robert Krulwich. The panel will follow the 2 PM matinee performance on Sunday January 27 at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street).
Steppenwolf's HEAD OF PASSES Begins 4/4January 22, 2013Steppenwolf Theatre Company continues the 2012/13 subscription season with the world premiere of Head of Passes by ensemble member Tarell Alvin McCraney, directed by ensemble member Tina Landau. Head of Passes features ensemble members Alana Arenas and Tim Hopper with James T. Alfred, Kyle Beltran, Chris Bokin, Cheryl Lynn Bruce, Glenn Davis and Jacqueline Williams (one actor is still to be announced). Head of Passes begins previews April 4 (Opening night is April 14, 2013; Press performances are April 13 at 3pm and April 16 at 7:30pm) and runs through July 9 in Steppenwolf's Downstairs Theatre (1650 N Halsted St). Tickets ($20 - $78) go on sale February 1 at 11am (prices are subject to change).
UCSB Theater & Dance Presents ABSOLUTELY! {perhaps}, 2/15-20January 22, 2013The Department of Theater & Dance at UCSB presents Absolutely! {perhaps} a modern adaptation by Martin Sherman of Luigi Pirandello's widely known play, Right You Are (If You Think So). In this fast moving comedy under the direction of Simon Williams, the play explores the nature of truth. Absolutely! {perhaps} performs in the Performing Arts Theater on the UC Santa Barbara campus February 15 - 23, 2013.
Cincinnati Arts Association Announces DANCING FOR THE STARS Benefit, 4/13January 22, 2013Who will be voted Cincinnati's best celebrity dancer? Which stars have the right moves to rule the dance floor? Find out on Saturday, April 13, 2013 when the Cincinnati Arts Association (CAA) presents its seventh annual Dancing for the Stars at the Music Hall Ballroom to benefit CAA's Overture Awards - the nation's largest locally-run high school arts scholarship competition.
F. Murray Abraham, Edward Albee and More to Appear at Theater for the New City's Mortgage BurningJanuary 22, 2013When Theater for the New City burns its mortgage Saturday, January 26, 2013 at a community celebration from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, celebrities participating will include F. Murray Abraham, Edward Albee, David Amram, Charles Busch, Vinie Burrows, City Council Member Rosie Mendez, Thunderbird American Indian Dancers and surprise guests.
SCOOBY-DOO LIVE! MUSICAL MYSTERIES Comes to Toronto, 3/15 & 16January 22, 2013Zoinks! Mystery-solving chills and thrills are coming to the Sony Centre For The Performing Arts with SCOOBY-DOO LIVE! MUSICAL MYSTERIES on stage March 15th and 16th for four performances only! Velma, Daphne, Fred, Shaggy and Scooby, some of the most iconic characters from one of the longest running television series, take to the stage, during March Break, in this new live production presented in association with Warner Bros. Consumer Products and Life Like Touring.
Talawa Theatre Company Announces GOD'S PROPERTY CastJanuary 22, 2013Talawa Theatre Company's Artistic Director Michael Buffong has announced full casting for his production of God's Property, by award winning playwright and actor Arinze Kene. Kingsley Ben-Adir (The Riots, Tricycle Theatre) and Ash Hunter (A Clockwork Orange, Theatre Royal Stratford East) will play the two estranged mixed race brothers Chima and Onochie, who both inhabit the restless streets of Deptford in the early 1980s. They are joined by Ria Zmitrowicz (Chapel Street, The Bush Theatre) as Holly and Bradley Gardner (Saved, Lyric Hammersmith) as Liam. God's Property will preview in Deptford at the Albany from 20 February before its premiere at Soho Theatre from 26 February and then tours to mac in Birmingham from 26 March.
Bret Ernst Returns to Comix At Foxwoods in MarchJanuary 22, 2013Known for his role as a recurring character on Showtime's hit show, "Weeds," among his many accomplishments, comedian Bret Ernst will return to the Comix At Foxwoods stage for four shows this March with performances Thursday, Mar. 14 at 8 p.m., Friday, Mar. 15 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Mar. 16 at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. The final show will be one not for the faint of heart or easily offended, as fans will be welcomed to witness a "Nasty Show with Bret Ernst." Lines will be crossed and common decency will be left at the door during this final uproarious performance.