John Pleshette

Review: JEWS, CHRISTIANS AND SCREWING STALIN Recounts a Brooklyn Family's Dysfunction, Humor and Ultimate Atonement on Rosh Hashanah
by Shari Barrett - Aug 23, 2018

Subtitled 'A Light Comedy About Dark Jews,' we meet Bubby as she prepares a much-too-salty matzo ball soup for Rosh Hashana dinner in a period-perfect kitchen as the center piece of a realistic two-story set designed by Joel Daavid in anticipation of her entire family gathering to celebrate the holiday. Even her son and grandson will be there, a special evening (she hopes) as the two have not spoken to each other in years. But after continuously forgetting to bring home the chicken for dinner, Joey's alcoholic father David finally shows up at the table, causing alliances to be challenged and hopefully, new beginnings to be forged. And leave it to Zayda to show up at just the right moments to forward the story and add his own insights into his family's history and character. Oy vey!

Photo Flash: First Look at JEWS, CHRISTIANS, AND SCREWING STALIN at the Matrix
by Stephi Wild - Aug 18, 2018

Acclaimed TV and film actor John Pleshette(Knots Landing, Murder One, Curb Your Enthusiasm) and stand-up comedian and actress Cathy Ladman (I'm Dying Up Here, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Scandal) - a late-night favorite who has made numerous appearances on The Tonight Showand has her own HBO One Night Stand special - anchor the ensemble cast of an outrageous new comedy inspired by a true story about "family dysfunction, atonement and matzo balls." Took A Cab Productions and the world-famousImprov comedy club chain present the world premiere of Jews, Christians and Screwing Stalin by Mark Lonow and Jo Anne Astrow. Lonow directs for an Aug. 18 opening at the Matrix Theatre, where performances will continue through Sept. 23.

Outrageous New Comedy JEWS, CHRISTIANS AND SCREWING STALIN Inspired By Real Events
by BWW News Desk - Aug 18, 2018

Acclaimed TV and film actor John Pleshette (Knots Landing, Murder One, Curb Your Enthusiasm) and stand-up comedian and actress Cathy Ladman (I'm Dying Up Here, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Scandal) - a late-night favorite who has made numerous appearances on The Tonight Show and has her own HBO One Night Stand special - anchor the ensemble cast of an outrageous new comedy inspired by a true story about "family dysfunction, atonement and matzo balls." Took A Cab Productions and the world-famous Improv comedy club chain present the world premiere of Jews, Christians and Screwing Stalin by Mark Lonow and Jo Anne Astrow. Lonow directs for an Aug. 18 opening at the Matrix Theatre, where performances will continue through Sept. 23.

BWW Interview: Mark Lonow Expertly Improvs on All Matters Laughing & SCREWING
by Gil Kaan - Aug 6, 2018

A man who surely knows a thing or two about comedy, Mark Lonow, the co-owner of the legendary Improv chain, will world premiere his latest play (co-written with his wife Jo Anne Astrow) JEWS, CHRISTIANS AND SCREWING STALIN at the Matrix Theatre beginning August 16, 2018. Taking his childhood dramas and traumas, Mark repurposes his familial distress to make you cry, not from its heavy seriousness, but from all the laughing so hard.

Outrageous New Comedy JEWS, CHRISTIANS AND SCREWING STALIN Inspired By Real Events
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2018

Acclaimed TV and film actor John Pleshette (Knots Landing, Murder One, Curb Your Enthusiasm) and stand-up comedian and actress Cathy Ladman (I'm Dying Up Here, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Scandal) - a late-night favorite who has made numerous appearances on The Tonight Show and has her own HBO One Night Stand special - anchor the ensemble cast of an outrageous new comedy inspired by a true story about "family dysfunction, atonement and matzo balls." Took A Cab Productions and the world-famous Improv comedy club chain present the world premiere of Jews, Christians and Screwing Stalin by Mark Lonow and Jo Anne Astrow. Lonow directs for an Aug. 18 opening at the Matrix Theatre, where performances will continue through Sept. 23.

BWW Reviews: Los Angeles Premiere of Rx Takes a Comedic Look at Better Living Through Pharmaceuticals
by Shari Barrett - Feb 8, 2014

Love and pharmaceuticals make for a strange cocktail in Kate Fodor's piercing new comedy Rx. Containing equally strong doses of satire and insight, Fodor's play strikingly portrays our over-medicated society, which has a pill to alleviate every uncomfortable emotion. A winning combination of comedy and romance, Rx pokes gentle fun at our over-prescribed culture and our need to find pleasure in everything we do.

Los Angeles Premiere of DERBY DAY to Open 2/22 at Elephant Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 5, 2014

The Los Angeles Premiere of the critically acclaimed DERBY DAY written and directed by Samuel Brett Williams opens Saturday, February 22nd at 8 PM. There will be two previews on February 20th and February 21st. at 8 PM. The show runs Thursday's, Friday's and Saturday's through March 22nd at the Elephant Theatre (6322 Santa Monica Blvd. Hollywood, 90038). Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at www.plays411.com/derbyday or by calling 323.960.7779.

Kate Fodor's 'Rx' Makes LA Premiere at the Lost Studio, Now thru 3/2
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2014

Rx, a new comedy by Kate Fodor, has been set for its Los Angeles premiere today, January 10 through March 2 at the Lost Studio on La Brea. Directed by John Pleshette, there will be one preview performance tonight, January 10 at 8pm and opening is set for Saturday, January 11 at 8pm. Rx will play a limited engagement through March 2 only.

Kate Fodor's 'Rx' to Make LA Premiere at the Lost Studio, 1/10-3/2
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2013

Rx, a new comedy by Kate Fodor, has been set for its Los Angeles premiere January 10 through March 2 at the Lost Studio on La Brea. Directed by John Pleshette, there will be one preview performance on Friday, January 10 at 8pm and opening is set for Saturday, January 11 at 8pm. Rx will play a limited engagement through March 2 only.

VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'When One Door Closes' Episode of ABC's MISTRESSES
by - Aug 27, 2013

On the next episode of ABC's MISTRESSES titled "When One Door Closes . . . ." the judge delivers a shocking ruling in Grey Vs Kim.

BWW Reviews: World Premiere Comedy THE GRAND IRRATIONALITY Shines at the Lost Studio
by Shari Barrett - Feb 23, 2013

In astrology, the Grand Irrationality is when the planets are all out of alignment and nothing adds up - a pretty fair description of Guy Proud's life in Jemma Kennedy's World Premiere comedy THE GRAND IRRATIONALITY at the Lost Studio.

The Lost Studio Presents ME, AS A PENGUIN, Closes 3/6
by BWW News Desk - Mar 6, 2011

ME, AS A PENGUIN closesh March 6, 2011.

The Lost Studio Presents ME, AS A PENGUIN
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 16, 2010

An American premiere from one of Britain's newest young playwright sensations will open in Los Angeles for a limited run at The Lost Studio.

The Lost Studio Presents the American Premiere of Alan Ayckbourn's CONFUSIONS, 1/15-3/7
by BWW News Desk - Mar 7, 2010

A matchless quintet of interlinked plays by Britain's best-loved comic playwright, illustrates the hilarious consequences of not listening to one another.  Ayckbourn's overlapping characters are alternately naturalistic and farcical - quirky, neurotic, self-important, and hysterical.  Whether the comedy concerns marital conflict, infidelity, motherhood, or manhood; is set on a park bench or at a village fete, the characters reveal a LOL timeless familiarity in their desperation to make contact with one another. Ayckbourn's American premiere of 'Confusions' will be staged by the Lost Studio from January 15 - March 7, 2010 in Los Angeles.

The Lost Studio Presents the American Premiere of CONFUSIONS; Opens January 15
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2010

The Lost Studio presents the American premiere of 'Confusions' by Alan Ayckbourn, opening Friday, January 15, 2010.

The Lost Studio Presents the American Premiere of Alan Ayckbourn's CONFUSIONS, 1/15-3/7
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2010

A matchless quintet of interlinked plays by Britain's best-loved comic playwright, illustrates the hilarious consequences of not listening to one another.  Ayckbourn's overlapping characters are alternately naturalistic and farcical - quirky, neurotic, self-important, and hysterical.  Whether the comedy concerns marital conflict, infidelity, motherhood, or manhood; is set on a park bench or at a village fete, the characters reveal a LOL timeless familiarity in their desperation to make contact with one another. Ayckbourn's American premiere of 'Confusions' will be staged by the Lost Studio from January 15 - March 7, 2010 in Los Angeles.

The Lost Studio Presents the American Premiere of CONFUSIONS; Opens January 15
by BWW News Desk - Jan 9, 2010

The Lost Studio presents the American premiere of 'Confusions' by Alan Ayckbourn, opening Friday, January 15, 2010.

The Lost Studio Presents the American Premiere of Alan Ayckbourn's CONFUSIONS, 1/15-3/7
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2009

A matchless quintet of interlinked plays by Britain's best-loved comic playwright, illustrates the hilarious consequences of not listening to one another.  Ayckbourn's overlapping characters are alternately naturalistic and farcical - quirky, neurotic, self-important, and hysterical.  Whether the comedy concerns marital conflict, infidelity, motherhood, or manhood; is set on a park bench or at a village fete, the characters reveal a LOL timeless familiarity in their desperation to make contact with one another. Ayckbourn's American premiere of 'Confusions' will be staged by the Lost Studio from January 15 - March 7, 2010 in Los Angeles.

MAMMALS Extends Through April 5 at the Lost Studio in Hollywood
by BWW News Desk - Apr 5, 2009

The Lost Studio is thrilled to announce that the critically-acclaimed (LA TIMES Critics? Choice; LA WEEKLY Go!) American Premiere of MAMMALS, written by Amelia Bullmore and directed by John Pleshette is EXTENDING through SUNDAY, APRIL 5 at the Lost Studio Theatre, 130 S. La Brea Ave. (between 1st and 2nd) in Hollywood.

MAMMALS Extends Through April 5 at the Lost Studio in Hollywood
by Robert Diamond - Mar 2, 2009

The Lost Studio is thrilled to announce that the critically-acclaimed (LA TIMES Critics? Choice; LA WEEKLY Go!) American Premiere of MAMMALS, written by Amelia Bullmore and directed by John Pleshette is EXTENDING through SUNDAY, APRIL 5 at the Lost Studio Theatre, 130 S. La Brea Ave. (between 1st and 2nd) in Hollywood.