Photo Flash: Rising Phoenix Rep and Weathervane Celebrate Charlotte Miller's THIEVES, Coming This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Dec 9, 2014
Rising Phoenix Repertory and Weathervane Productions have commissioned new plays from three female playwrights, which will each be produced over the next two seasons. Rising Phoenix Repertory's artistic director, Daniel Talbott, will direct all three plays. The first of the commissions onstage is Thieves by Charlotte Miller, making its world premiere at the Monroe Forum Theatre in North Hollywood, California, March 18, 2015 through April 4, 2015, co-produced by Rising Phoenix Repertory, Weathervane Productions and Rattlestick Playwrights Theater. Scroll down for photos from the show's pre-premiere celebration!
American Conservatory Theater Announces Two 'Bike to the Theater' Nights
by Samantha Vega - Jan 3, 2013
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.), in partnership with the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition (SFBC), is providing a greener alternative to theater transportation. For two performances of the West Coast premiere of 4000 Miles-Thursday, January 17, and Thursday, January 24-A.C.T. will host Bike to the Theater Night, during which the SFBC will offer free valet bike parking for all patrons who cycle to the theater. Patrons who bike to the theater will receive a special discount on tickets that evening ($35 Orchestra, $25 Mezzanine, or $10 Balcony using code BIKE10 (online or by phone). Valet bike parking is available one hour prior to showtime. Bicycles will be attended throughout the evening. Patrons are asked to bring their own locks. For information about the SFBC, visit www.sfbike.org. To purchase tickets, visit www.act-sf.org or call 415.749.2228.
ACT Completes 4000 MILES Cast
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 3, 2012
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Artistic Director Carey Perloff announced today the casting for the West Coast premiere of Amy Herzog's acclaimed comic drama 4000 Miles. Directed by A.C.T. Associate Director Mark Rucker, 4000 Miles tells the story of 21-year-old Leo, who unexpectedly arrives on the doorstep of his feisty 91-year-old grandmother Vera's New York apartment, dazed after a cross-country bike trip.
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Presents theaterjam3, 3/11
by BWW
News Desk - Mar 11, 2012
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater presents theaterjam3, a one-day festival featuring the work of many of the company's favorite playwrights, actors and directors. The brainchild of playwright Dael Orlandersmith, the all day event will take place at the Rattlestick Theater (224 Waverly Place - off Seventh Avenue South between West 11th & Perry Streets) on Sunday, March 11th. Doors will open at 1:30pm.
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater Presents theaterjam3, 3/11
by Max Schwager - Mar 7, 2012
Rattlestick Playwrights Theater presents theaterjam3, a one-day festival featuring the work of many of the company's favorite playwrights, actors and directors. The brainchild of playwright Dael Orlandersmith, the all day event will take place at the Rattlestick Theater (224 Waverly Place - off Seventh Avenue South between West 11th & Perry Streets) on Sunday, March 11th. Doors will open at 1:30pm.
East West Players' 'Faces of the Future' Playwriting Competition Winners Announced
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 23, 2012
East West Players (EWP), the nation's largest producing organization of Asian American artistic work and the longest-running professional theatre of color in the country, announces the winning entries to its playwriting competition, "Face of the Future," which explores the reality of multicultural America from an Asian American perspective.
Saturday Roundup: This Week on BroadwayWorld
by BWW Special Coverage - Oct 29, 2011
If you're looking for a quick roundup of all the theatre events this week, look no further: here are some of the best articles the week had to offer!
Photo Coverage: Jesse Eisenberg, Justin Bartha Open ASUNCION at Cherry Lane!
by Walter McBride - Oct 28, 2011
Last night, October 27, Rattlestick Playwrights Theater opened Asuncion, a new comedy by Academy Award-nominee Jesse Eisenberg (The Social Network) at The Cherry Lane Theatre. The official opening night is Thursday, October 27. The production is scheduled to run through November 27. Kip Fagan directs.
BroadwayWorld was on hand for opening night and brings you photo coverage below!
TV EXCLUSIVE: BACKSTAGE WITH RICHARD RIDGE - Jesse Eisenberg, Justin Bartha & More on ASUNCION, Friendship and Blockbusters
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2011-12-06 11:02:42
TV: Jesse Eisenberg, Justin Bartha in ASUNCION - Performance Highlights!
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-11-03 12:54:24
