Ava Gardner

Feature: Ilana Lucas Picks the Top Toronto Theatre 2025
by Ilana Lucas - Jan 5, 2026

In a world where AI increasingly tries to consume and simulate real human experiences, theatre sometimes feels like one of the last gasps of being in a room together. When we watch a show with others, respiration synchronizes, empathy increases, and information retention improves. It’s one of my favourite feelings.

Stefanie Powers And Patrick Wayne Will Reunite For One-Night Performance Of LOVE LETTERS at the El Portal Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2025

Stefanie Powers and Patrick Wayne will reunite for a one-night performance of Love Letters on January 11, 2026 at the El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood. The event will benefit the William Holden Wildlife Foundation, which Powers founded in 1982.

Review: Mary Porter Honors Her Home State in HATS OFF TO CAROLINA at 54 Below
by Andrew Poretz - Nov 17, 2025

Singer Mary Porter made an auspicious 54 Below debut on November 10th, with a show honoring North Carolina performers and the songs associated with them.

JUDGMENT AT NUREMBERG And ON THE BEACH To Screen At KAT KRAMER’S FILMS THAT CHANGE THE WORLD
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025

The Fine Arts Theatre Beverly Hills and Kat Kramer’s Films That Change the World will present a Stanley Kramer double feature on November 23, 2025. The program includes Judgment at Nuremberg and On the Beach, with a live panel discussion moderated by Kat Kramer.

AVA: THE SECRET CONVERSATIONS Extends at Mirvish
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2025

Due to popular demand, an additional week of performances has been added for the Canadian premiere of Ava: The Secret Conversations, written by and starring Elizabeth McGovern as Hollywood’s original femme fatale Ava Gardner.  

Review: Ava: The Secret Conversations
by Tina St. Angelo - Sep 28, 2025

I ruined his life…. Whose life? Frank Sinatra. The newest production at the Studebaker Theater is Elizabeth McGovern’s play Ava: The Secret Conversations. She wrote the play which is based upon Peter Evans’ and Ava Gardner’s book “The Secret Conversations”.

Annette Warren Will Celebrate 103rd Birthday at Catalina Jazz Club
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2025

Singer Annette Warren, most famous for dubbing Ava Gardner in MGM's 'Show Boat,' will celebrate her 103rd birthday with an all-star show at the Catalina Jazz Club.

Photos: Meet the Cast of AVA: THE SECRET CONVERSATIONS
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 1, 2025

Following a run at The Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles, AVA: The Secret Conversations, written by and starring Elizabeth McGovern is preparing to make its New York premiere! Check out photos of the cast meeting the press here!

Elizabeth McGoverm's AVA: THE SECRET CONVERSATIONS to Play in Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2025

AVA: The Secret Conversations, written by and starring Academy Award, Golden Globe, and Emmy Award-nominated actress and Evanston native Elizabeth McGovern, will make its Chicago premiere. Learn more!