It's Hector's 40th birthday, and his wife is throwing him a big party with lots of friends, family and food for what will undoubtedly be a happy, celebratory day. Or so they think. As Hector tries to navigate family politics, awkward friendships and the younger woman he's secretly seeing on the side, the built-up tension explodes when Hector's hotheaded cousin slaps another couple's misbehaving child. Everyone is understandably stunned, and the party abruptly ends - with the child's parents vowing legal action as they leave. But what the hosts and guests don't know is that this moment will ignite a chain of events that will uncover long-buried secrets within this group of friends and family... and vigorously challenge the core values of everyone involved.
From Writer Jon Robin Baitz ("Brothers & Sisters"), Executive Producers Walter F. Parkes and Laurie MacDonald ("Gladiator," "Men in Black" franchise) and Director Lisa Cholodenko ("The Kids Are All Right"), comes this unflinching look at how one little slap... can have a huge impact.
From Writer Jon Robin Baitz ("Brothers & Sisters"), Executive Producers Walter F. Parkes and Laurie MacDonald ("Gladiator," "Men in Black" franchise) and Director Lisa Cholodenko ("The Kids Are All Right"), comes this unflinching look at how one little slap... can have a huge impact.
Photo Flash: Classic Stage Company Presents Tennessee Williams' SUMMER AND SMOKE
by A.A. Cristi - April 20, 2018
Classic Stage Company, under the leadership of Artistic Director John Doyle and Executive Producer Jeff Griffin, and Transport Group, under the leadership of Jack Cummings III (Artistic Director) and Lori Fineman (Executive Director), present a new production of Tennessee Williams' SUMMER AND SMOK...
BWW Review: MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS at EAGLE THEATRE
by Amber Kusching - April 20, 2018
3 men, 5 days, peanuts, bananas, and Gone with the Wind? This odd assemblage is the foundation of Eagle Theatre's production of Moonlight and Magnolias, Ron Hutchinson's comedic play and behind-the scenes look into the making of the beloved film classic Gone with the Wind....
Additional Casting Announced for MARY PAGE MARLOWE Starring Tatiana Maslany
by Julie Musbach - April 13, 2018
Second Stage Theater (Carole Rothman, Artistic Director; Casey Reitz, Executive Director) has announced additional casting for the New York Premiere of TRACY LETTS' acclaimed play, MARY PAGE MARLOWE....
Cast And Creative Team Announced For LITTLE ROCK At The Sheen Center
by Stephi Wild - April 12, 2018
Rebel Theatrical Management, LLC (Harvey Butler, producer), in association with The Sheen Center for Thought & Culture, have announced, today, the cast and the creative team for the New York premiere of the new play Little Rock, written and directed by Rajendra Ramoon Maharaj. Performances are set ...
The Actors Fund to Honor Chita Rivera, Uma Thurman, Warren Beatty, and Kenny Leon at Annual Gala
by Stephi Wild - April 11, 2018
The Actors Fund, the national human services organization for everyone in performing arts and entertainment, will hold its Annual Gala on Monday, May 14, 2018. The evening will celebrate Academy Award-winning actor and filmmaker Warren Beatty, Tony Award-winning Broadway and film director Kenny Leon...
GUARDS AT THE TAJ Begins at Steppenwolf 5/31
by A.A. Cristi - April 02, 2018
Steppenwolf Theatre Company presents the Chicago premiere production of Guards at the Taj by acclaimed playwright Rajiv Joseph, directed by ensemble member Amy Morton. A stunning tale about the search for beauty in desperate circumstances, the Steppenwolf production features the original cast member...
Outhouse Theatre Co and Seymour Centre Present THE FLICK
by Stephi Wild - March 18, 2018
Outhouse Theatre Co (DRY LAND- 5 X Sydney Theatre Award Nominations) and Seymour Centre will present the Sydney premiere of Pulitzer Prize-winning smash hit, THE FLICK by Annie Baker....
EPIX Captures Espionage Drama DEEP STATE
by Tori Hartshorn - March 16, 2018
Premium cable network EPIX, an MGM company, today announced the premiere of DEEP STATE, the eight-episode espionage drama produced by Fox Networks Group Europe & Africa. Starring the critically-acclaimed actor Mark Strong, and Game of Thrones' Joe Dempsie, the gritty new drama is set to premiere on ...
EPIX To Premiere Espionage Drama DEEP STATE June 17
by Macon Prickett - March 16, 2018
Premium cable network EPIX, an MGM company, today announced the premiere of DEEP STATE, the eight-episode espionage drama produced by Fox Networks Group Europe & Africa. Starring the critically-acclaimed actor Mark Strong, and Game of Thrones' Joe Dempsie, the gritty new drama is set to premiere on ...
Classic Stage Company Announces Cast of SUMMER AND SMOKE - Hannah Elless, Marin Ireland, and More
by Julie Musbach - March 06, 2018
Classic Stage Company presents a new production of Tennessee Williams' SUMMER AND SMOKE, directed by Jack Cummings III, Artistic Director of The Transport Group, beginning performances Friday, April 13. The cast of SUMMER AND SMOKE will feature Glenna Brucken (Rosemary), Phillip Clark (Dr. Buchanan)...
Amy Morton to Direct Steppenwolf's GUARDS AT THE TAJ
by Julie Musbach - March 02, 2018
Steppenwolf Theatre Company presents the Chicago premiere production of Guards at the Taj by acclaimed playwright Rajiv Joseph, directed by ensemble member Amy Morton. A stunning tale about the search for beauty in desperate circumstances, the Steppenwolf production will feature the original cast me...
Anna Camp and Thomas Sadoski to Star in BELLEVILLE at Pasadena Playhouse
by Julie Musbach - February 26, 2018
Pasadena Playhouse, the State Theater of California, announces a new Hitchcock-style drama Belleville by Pulitzer Prize finalist and Obie Award winner Amy Herzog. Performances run from Wednesday, April 18 to Sunday, May 13; the press opening is April 22. ...
Brian Setzer Announces ROCKABILLY RIOT! U.S. Summer Tour
by Macon Prickett - February 12, 2018
Ain't nothing like the sizzling sound of rockabilly, and BRIAN SETZER always amps it up with his rockin' style and guitar assault to leave audiences smiling. Beginning June 1 in Santa Ynez, CA, the iconic guitarist, songwriter, vocalist and three-time Grammy Award-winner will kick off his 2018...
Brooks Ashmanskas, Beth Leavel, and Christopher Sieber Will Bring THE PROM to Broadway
by Stephi Wild - January 28, 2018
It was announced today that the hilarious new Broadway musical comedy THE PROM will star Tony Award Nominee Brooks Ashmanskas (Something Rotten!), Tony Award Winner Beth Leavel (The Drowsy Chaperone), two-time Tony Award Nominee Christopher Sieber (Shrek the Musical), Caitlin Kinnunen (Bridges of Ma...
Exclusive Podcast: LITTLE KNOWN FACTS with Ilana Levine- featuring Uma Thurman
by Little Known Facts w/ Ilana Levine - January 15, 2018
BroadwayWorld has teamed up with Broadway alum Ilana Levine, who makes her entrance onto the podcast stage with her new show Little Known Facts. Ilana's unique brand of celebrity interview, 'Podcast Verite,' is unfiltered, raw, honest and uniquely funny....
Christian Camargo Joins The Cast Of IRONBOUND at The Geffen Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2018
The Geffen Playhouse today announced that Christian Camargo (Penny Dreadful, The Hurt Locker) has joined its West Coast Premiere of Martyna Majok's Ironbound, directed by Tyne Rafaeli (Actually). Camargo will play Tommy alongside Tony Award nominee Marin Ireland (Broadway's reasons to be pret...
Marin Ireland Joins Press Conference on Sexual Harassment Education and Mediation
by Julie Musbach - December 19, 2017
A press conference will be held on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at 10:30 am at 260 Madison Avenue, New York, NY to announce the establishment of the Theatrical Community Sexual Harassment Education and Mediation Pilot Project....
Josiah Bania and Marcel Spears Sign on for IRONBOUND at the Geffen Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2017
The Geffen Playhouse today announced that Josiah Bania (CBS's The Good Wife) and Marcel Spears (ABC's The Mayor) will join Tony Award nominee Marin Ireland (Broadway's reasons to be pretty, Amazon's Sneaky Pete) in the West Coast Premiere of Martyna Majok's Ironbound, directed by Tyne Rafaeli (Actua...
Klea Blackhurst and More Join Hayley Mills in PARTY FACE at City Center; Cast Complete!
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2017
Producers Robert Driemeyer, Morgan Sills and Jan Warner have announced complete casting for the New York Premiere of Party Face, a new comedy by Isobel Mahon ('Glenroe,' 'Fair City') and directed by Amanda Bearse ('Married...With Children')....
Meet the Full Company of THE PARISIAN WOMAN, Getting Political on Broadway Tonight
by Meet the Cast - November 30, 2017
The Parisian Woman, the electrifying new play by 'House of Cards' creator Beau Willimon, directed by Tony Award winner Pam MacKinnon (Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Clybourne Park), starring Academy Award nominee Uma Thurman in her Broadway debut, opens on Broadway tonight, November 30, at Hudson ...
Marin Ireland to Reprise Role in IRONBOUND at the Geffen Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2017
The Geffen Playhouse today announced that Tony Award nominee Marin Ireland (Broadway's reasons to be pretty, Amazon's Sneaky Pete) and Chris Messina (The Mindy Project, Argo) will star in the West Coast Premiere of Martyna Majok's Ironbound, directed by Tyne Rafaeli (Actually)....
The Barricade Boys Are Throwing a Christmas Party
by Julie Musbach - October 16, 2017
Do you hear the people sing? Yes! Fabulous harmonies, incredible vocals, dashing good looks and fantastic personalities! Stars of Les Mis rables, THE BARRICADE BOYS - Scott Garnham, Simon Schofield, Kieran Brown & Craig Mather - invite you to a Christmas party packed with a stocking full of festive ...
OMB Peezy Debuts with Cardo Got Wingz-Produced 'Humble Beginnings' EP
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2017
A cross-regional success story with supernatural slangin' skills, 20-year-old OMB Peezy is up next. Teaming up with Grammy-nominated producer Cardo Got Wingz (Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Jay Z), Peezy shares the slap-heavy six-track Humble Beginnings, his first ever project....
BWW Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Delights at Great Lakes Theater
by Roy Berko - October 09, 2017
Those who are afraid of seeing Shakespeare because of the oft abstract language and confusing plot twists should fear not. This production is a total delight, with a nice mash-up of comedy and outlandish farce, mixed in with a little lover's stardust. It's definite must see!...
Welcome Dearies! Meet HELLO, DOLLY!'s New Stars
by Stephi Wild - September 08, 2017
It was recently announced that three-time Tony winner Bernadette Peters will take over as Dolly Levi in Hello, Dolly!, opposite Victor Garber as Horace Vandergelder. Ms. Peters will begin performances Saturday evening, January 20, 2018, prior to a Thursday, February 22 opening night. A new block of ...
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