Alvin Valley

Broadway veteran Cheryl Stern's SHOES AND BAGGAGE, incubated at Nancy Manocherian's The Cell, is a sharply-written musical comedy gem about a woman's lifelong obsession with shopping. The autobiographical tale by the Jonathan Larson award-winning writer (who also wrote the lyrics for the fine music by her Drama Desk nominee and Emmy winning-composer husband, Tom Kochan) is punctuated both by moments of genuine self-awareness and tragedy--from the loss of her best friend to cancer to 9/11. Under Josh Barros' direction, the result is a ferociously honest show that doubles as a memoir about a 'working [stage] actor' (not to be confused with a 'star'), whose Jewishness lovingly and palpably informs every scene.

Alvin Valley Direct announced the launch of eTailoring, a newly minted online service which provides clients the option of having tailoring done in the comfort of their homes or offices.

After a weekend spent with family, friends, and far too much food, it's time to go back to reality. But Cyber Monday will help you spend a little more time tomorrow relishing in the holiday spirit of savings!

LATINOLOGUES, originally scheduled to close December 4, will now be extended through December 31 at the Helen Hayes Theatre (240 West 44th Street).

Latinologues, written by and co-starring Rick Najera and directed by Cheech Marin, opened at the Helen Hayes Theatre on October 13th