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Zora Neale Hurston’s SPUNK and More Set for Yale Repertory Theatre 2025-26 Season (May 28, 2025)
RHINOCEROS By Eugene Ionesco to be Presented At The Slipper Room (Oct 17, 2024)
BWW Review: RHINOCEROS at American Conservatory Theatre (Jun 12, 2019)
Zora Neale Hurston’s SPUNK and More Set for Yale Repertory Theatre 2025-26 Season (May 28, 2025)
RHINOCEROS By Eugene Ionesco to be Presented At The Slipper Room (Oct 17, 2024)
BWW Review: RHINOCEROS at American Conservatory Theatre (Jun 12, 2019)
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Zora Neale Hurston’s SPUNK and More Set for Yale Repertory Theatre 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2025
Yale Repertory Theatre has revealed its 2025–26 season of five productions. The season opens with the world premiere of Zora Neale Hurston’s Spunk, a play with music, adapted by Hurston from her own short story in 1935. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 28, 2025
Yale Repertory Theatre has revealed its 2025–26 season of five productions. The season opens with the world premiere of Zora Neale Hurston’s Spunk, a play with music, adapted by Hurston from her own short story in 1935. Learn more!
RHINOCEROS By Eugene Ionesco to be Presented At The Slipper Room
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2024
Explore the absurdist world of Eugene Ionesco's RHINOCEROS at The Slipper Room, where a small town faces chaos as citizens transform into rhinoceroses. Directed by Lauren Reinhard, this limited run delves into timeless themes.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 17, 2024
Explore the absurdist world of Eugene Ionesco's RHINOCEROS at The Slipper Room, where a small town faces chaos as citizens transform into rhinoceroses. Directed by Lauren Reinhard, this limited run delves into timeless themes.
BWW Review: RHINOCEROS at American Conservatory Theatre
by Tim Sullivan - Jun 12, 2019
Eugène Ionesco's Rhinoceros is brought boisterously into the Trump era in this hilarious production directed by Frank Galati at A.C.T.'s Geary Theatre. Existentialist themes are explored through absurdity and a great deal of wit—if you've avoided avant-garde theatre in the past, Galati's version is strong enough to make you rethink the genre.
by Tim Sullivan - Jun 12, 2019
Eugène Ionesco's Rhinoceros is brought boisterously into the Trump era in this hilarious production directed by Frank Galati at A.C.T.'s Geary Theatre. Existentialist themes are explored through absurdity and a great deal of wit—if you've avoided avant-garde theatre in the past, Galati's version is strong enough to make you rethink the genre.
A.C.T. Announces Full Cast And Creative Team For Lauren Yee's THE GREAT LEAP
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2019
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon announced today the full cast and creative team for award-winning Bay Area playwright Lauren Yee's The Great Leap, performing at A.C.T.'s Geary Theater (415 Geary St., San Francisco) March 6-31, 2019.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2019
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon announced today the full cast and creative team for award-winning Bay Area playwright Lauren Yee's The Great Leap, performing at A.C.T.'s Geary Theater (415 Geary St., San Francisco) March 6-31, 2019.
A.C.T. Rings In The New Year With Edward Albee's SEASCAPE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2018
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) rings in 2019 with Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Seascape. In her A.C.T. directorial debut, Artistic Director and Tony Award winner Pam MacKinnon-hailed as "the most prolific of directors of Edward Albee's plays" (The Daily Beast)-continues her career-long exploration of American theater's legendary playwright. MacKinnon won the 2013 Tony Award for the Broadway revival of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, starring Tracy Letts and Amy Morton.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2018
American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) rings in 2019 with Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Seascape. In her A.C.T. directorial debut, Artistic Director and Tony Award winner Pam MacKinnon-hailed as "the most prolific of directors of Edward Albee's plays" (The Daily Beast)-continues her career-long exploration of American theater's legendary playwright. MacKinnon won the 2013 Tony Award for the Broadway revival of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, starring Tracy Letts and Amy Morton.
Photo Flash: A.C.T. Rings In the Holiday Season with A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 26, 2018
Featuring a lively cast of dozens, delightful music, gorgeous costumes, and those deliciously spooky ghosts, the Bay Area's favorite holiday tradition returns as American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) presents its celebrated production of the Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol. Now in the theater's 42nd year of presenting the holiday classic, this version of A Christmas Carol-adapted by Paul Walsh and Carey Perloff-stays true to the heart of Dickens's timeless story of redemption and brings a playful sensibility to his rich language. A Christmas Carol runs December 6-29, 2018, at A.C.T.'s Geary Theater (415 Geary Street, San Francisco). Press night is Wednesday, December 12 at 7 p.m. Tickets (ranging in price from $10-$120) are available by calling the A.C.T. Box Office at 415-749-2228 or online at www.act-sf.org. Groups of 15 or more save up to 50% and enjoy free tickets for group leaders. For group sales, call 415-439-2424. Ticket prices are subject to change without notice.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 26, 2018
Featuring a lively cast of dozens, delightful music, gorgeous costumes, and those deliciously spooky ghosts, the Bay Area's favorite holiday tradition returns as American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) presents its celebrated production of the Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol. Now in the theater's 42nd year of presenting the holiday classic, this version of A Christmas Carol-adapted by Paul Walsh and Carey Perloff-stays true to the heart of Dickens's timeless story of redemption and brings a playful sensibility to his rich language. A Christmas Carol runs December 6-29, 2018, at A.C.T.'s Geary Theater (415 Geary Street, San Francisco). Press night is Wednesday, December 12 at 7 p.m. Tickets (ranging in price from $10-$120) are available by calling the A.C.T. Box Office at 415-749-2228 or online at www.act-sf.org. Groups of 15 or more save up to 50% and enjoy free tickets for group leaders. For group sales, call 415-439-2424. Ticket prices are subject to change without notice.
RHINOCEROS Closes A.C.T.'s 2018"19 Season
by Julie Musbach - Jun 14, 2018
Incoming American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon announced today that Eugene Ionesco's RHINOCEROS-translated by Derek Prouse and directed by two-time Tony Award winner Frank Galati-will be the final production of A.C.T.'s 2018-19 season.
by Julie Musbach - Jun 14, 2018
Incoming American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon announced today that Eugene Ionesco's RHINOCEROS-translated by Derek Prouse and directed by two-time Tony Award winner Frank Galati-will be the final production of A.C.T.'s 2018-19 season.
Asolo Rep Presents Inside Asolo Rep: RHINOCEROS and ROE
by Julie Musbach - Feb 19, 2018
Asolo Rep will host Inside Asolo Rep: RHINOCEROS and ROE on Wednesday, February 28 at 11am, with refreshments at 10:30am. This insightful behind-the-scenes panel will feature Frank Galati (Director, RHINOCEROS), Lavina Jadhwani (Director, ROE), Peggy Roeder (Queen Elizabeth, SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE; Mrs. Boeuf, RHINOCEROS); and Terri Weagant (Norma McCorvey, ROE). The discussion will be moderated by Asolo Rep Dramaturg and Literary Manager Paul Adolphsen.
by Julie Musbach - Feb 19, 2018
Asolo Rep will host Inside Asolo Rep: RHINOCEROS and ROE on Wednesday, February 28 at 11am, with refreshments at 10:30am. This insightful behind-the-scenes panel will feature Frank Galati (Director, RHINOCEROS), Lavina Jadhwani (Director, ROE), Peggy Roeder (Queen Elizabeth, SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE; Mrs. Boeuf, RHINOCEROS); and Terri Weagant (Norma McCorvey, ROE). The discussion will be moderated by Asolo Rep Dramaturg and Literary Manager Paul Adolphsen.
Politics of the Absurd Reading Series Featuring RHINOCEROS, THE TRIAL, and THE HOT HOUSE Set for this Spring at the Baruch Performing Arts Center
by Julie Musbach - Jan 10, 2018
A new reading series, Politics of the Absurd, set to launch in February, will feature three classic absurdist comedies that strikingly resonate in the current political environment.
by Julie Musbach - Jan 10, 2018
A new reading series, Politics of the Absurd, set to launch in February, will feature three classic absurdist comedies that strikingly resonate in the current political environment.
Notre Dame to Present ND Theatre NOW: RHINOCEROS This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017
Notre Dame's Department of Film, Television, and Theatre (FTT) announces ND Theatre NOW: Rhinoceros by Eug ne Ionesco, translated by Derek Prouse, September 28 October 8, 2017. Inspired by the rise of European fascism in the 1940s and first produced in 1960, Ionesco's exploration of conformity and resistance remains uncomfortably relevant in 2017.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017
Notre Dame's Department of Film, Television, and Theatre (FTT) announces ND Theatre NOW: Rhinoceros by Eug ne Ionesco, translated by Derek Prouse, September 28 October 8, 2017. Inspired by the rise of European fascism in the 1940s and first produced in 1960, Ionesco's exploration of conformity and resistance remains uncomfortably relevant in 2017.
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST and SPRING AWAKENING Highlight Notre Dame FTT's 2017-18 Theatre Season
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017
Notre Dame's Department of Film, Television, and Theatre (FTT) announces four productions for its 2017/18 theatre season, with two comedies, including the beloved The Importance of Being Earnest; an absurdist classic relevant to the current political climate; and Tony Award-winning musical Spring Awakening.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2017
Notre Dame's Department of Film, Television, and Theatre (FTT) announces four productions for its 2017/18 theatre season, with two comedies, including the beloved The Importance of Being Earnest; an absurdist classic relevant to the current political climate; and Tony Award-winning musical Spring Awakening.
Notre Dame to Present ND Theatre NOW: RHINOCEROS This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Sep 12, 2017
Notre Dame's Department of Film, Television, and Theatre (FTT) announces ND Theatre NOW: Rhinoceros by Eug ne Ionesco, translated by Derek Prouse, September 28 October 8, 2017. Inspired by the rise of European fascism in the 1940s and first produced in 1960, Ionesco's exploration of conformity and resistance remains uncomfortably relevant in 2017.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 12, 2017
Notre Dame's Department of Film, Television, and Theatre (FTT) announces ND Theatre NOW: Rhinoceros by Eug ne Ionesco, translated by Derek Prouse, September 28 October 8, 2017. Inspired by the rise of European fascism in the 1940s and first produced in 1960, Ionesco's exploration of conformity and resistance remains uncomfortably relevant in 2017.
Photo Flash: First Look at RHINOCEROS from Eclectic Full Contact Theatre and THEatre HEIST
by BWW News Desk - Aug 31, 2017
744628RHINOCEROS opened Monday night to a sold-out audience at the Lincoln Loft. This absurdist play by Eugene Ionesco and translated by Derek Prouse is helmed by Aaron Henrickson and is the inaugural production from his company, THEatre HEIST in collaboration with Eclectic Full Contact Theatre. The show runs through September 16th.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 31, 2017
744628RHINOCEROS opened Monday night to a sold-out audience at the Lincoln Loft. This absurdist play by Eugene Ionesco and translated by Derek Prouse is helmed by Aaron Henrickson and is the inaugural production from his company, THEatre HEIST in collaboration with Eclectic Full Contact Theatre. The show runs through September 16th.
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST and SPRING AWAKENING Highlight Notre Dame FTT's 2017-18 Theatre Season
by BWW News Desk - Aug 28, 2017
Notre Dame's Department of Film, Television, and Theatre (FTT) announces four productions for its 2017/18 theatre season, with two comedies, including the beloved The Importance of Being Earnest; an absurdist classic relevant to the current political climate; and Tony Award-winning musical Spring Awakening.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 28, 2017
Notre Dame's Department of Film, Television, and Theatre (FTT) announces four productions for its 2017/18 theatre season, with two comedies, including the beloved The Importance of Being Earnest; an absurdist classic relevant to the current political climate; and Tony Award-winning musical Spring Awakening.
Asolo Rep 2017-18 Season Single Tickets on Sale 9/12
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2017
Asolo Rep's highly anticipated 2017-18 season 'Staging Our World' kicks off in November with Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Tony Award-winning musical masterpiece EVITA.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2017
Asolo Rep's highly anticipated 2017-18 season 'Staging Our World' kicks off in November with Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Tony Award-winning musical masterpiece EVITA.
RHINOCEROS Opens Next Week at convergence-continuum
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2017
When a brutish rhinoceros storms through their quiet neighborhood, the townsfolk are alarmed, but gradually become supporters of rhino-ism and one by one begin to turn into rhinoceroses themselves.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2017
When a brutish rhinoceros storms through their quiet neighborhood, the townsfolk are alarmed, but gradually become supporters of rhino-ism and one by one begin to turn into rhinoceroses themselves.
Asolo Rep and the FSU/Asolo Conservatory Proudly Announce their 2017-18 Seasons
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2017
On Monday, March 20, 2017, Asolo Rep and the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training proudly announced their 2017-18 seasons in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2017
On Monday, March 20, 2017, Asolo Rep and the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training proudly announced their 2017-18 seasons in the Mertz Theatre, located in the FSU Center for the Performing Arts.
BWW Review: RHINOCEROS: Collective Psychosis or The People's Choice?
by Nancy Grossman - Mar 5, 2016
The Suffolk University/Boston Playwrights' Theatre co-production of RHINOCEROS, newly adapted by Wesley Savick from Derek Prouse's translation, features a Boston setting, but maintains the themes of Eugene Ionesco's 1959 classic play from the Cold War era. Things being as they are, that sort of feels like the good old days, yet we are reminded that conformity, fascism, and totalitarianism have never gone out of style.
by Nancy Grossman - Mar 5, 2016
The Suffolk University/Boston Playwrights' Theatre co-production of RHINOCEROS, newly adapted by Wesley Savick from Derek Prouse's translation, features a Boston setting, but maintains the themes of Eugene Ionesco's 1959 classic play from the Cold War era. Things being as they are, that sort of feels like the good old days, yet we are reminded that conformity, fascism, and totalitarianism have never gone out of style.
Inwood Shakespeare Festival 2014 Presents 15th Season of Free Theatre in Inwood Hill Park Peninsula
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 18, 2014
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 18, 2014
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