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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Transfer, 2014
Lou Gehrig

[Off-Broadway]
Peccadillo Theater Company Production, 2012
Performer

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Revival, 2009
Hall boy

Gunga (Understudy)

McDermott (Understudy)

Perry Stewart (Understudy)

[Broadway]
Manhattan Theatre Club Revival, 2009
Chuck

Dickie Reynolds (Understudy)


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Geva-Commissioned PANORAMA By Prince Gomolvilas, Chosen For Plays In Progress 2018

Geva Theatre Center unveils the play chosen for Plays in Progress 2018 to be held in the Fielding Stage on April 16. Plays in Progress are vibrant and innovative plays by some of the most exciting playwrights working today. Through Geva's Plays in Progress program, writers can hear their work performed, discuss the play with the audience and then continue to work on the play to its next level. This year's play, Panorama by Prince Gomolvilas, has been commissioned by Geva as part of the theatre's "Rochester Stories" program.
Photo Flash: Remembering Jan Maxwell

As BroadwayWorld sadly reported yesterday, Broadway star Jan Maxwell passed away at 61 years of age after a battle with cancer. The star is survived by her husband, actor/playwright Robert Emmet Lunney, and their son William Maxwell-Lunney.
AGAINST THE HILLSIDE, DIDO OF IDAHO and BUMP to Premiere at EST in 2018

Ensemble Studio Theatre (EST) has announced three World Premiere productions for the EST 2018 season.
Photo Flash: Geva Theatre Center presents the World Premiere of OTHER THAN HONORABLE

Geva Theatre Center presents the world premiere of Other Than Honorable by Jamie Pachino. Other Than Honorable is directed by Kimberly Senior and will be performed in the Wilson Stage from April 25 - May 21.
Jamie Pachino's OTHER THAN HONORABLE to Make World Premiere at Geva Theatre Center

Geva Theatre Center presents the world premiere of Other Than Honorable by Jamie Pachino. Other Than Honorable is directed by Kimberly Senior and will be performed in the Wilson Stage from April 25 - May 21.
York's Developmental Reading Series to Feature THE SLEEPING BEAUTY, COMMANDERS IN CHIEF & More This Month

The York Theatre Company, and its acclaimed Developmental Reading Series, will present three new works: The Sleeping Beauty that has book, music & lyrics by Benjamin P. Wenzelberg, Commanders-In-Chief written by P.J. Barry, and Cheer Wars with book & lyrics by Gordon Leary and music by Karlan Judd at The York Theatre Company at Saint Peter's (619 Lexington Avenue, entrance on East 54th Street, just east of Lexington Avenue). The readings are open to the public with a suggested donation of $5.00.
Lynn Cohen, John Wernke & More Set for ESPA Drills Reading Series, 8/18-19

Primary Stages Einhorn School of Performing Arts has announced casting for its ESPA Drills Reading Series this August. ESPA Drills is an annual new play development program providing staged readings to four playwrights. The plays are workshopped under the guidance of the ESPA staff and will be presented before an audience of industry peers Off-Broadway at The Duke on 42nd Street.
BRONX BOMBERS Ends Broadway Run Today

Bronx Bombers will play its final Broadway performance on Sunday, March 2 at 3PM at Circle in the Square Theatre (50th Street between Broadway and Eighth Avenue). Bronx Bombers is produced on Broadway by Fran Kirmser and Tony Ponturo, and written and directed by Eric Simonson. For tickets and more information on Bronx Bombers, please visitwww.BronxBombersPlay.com. The production opened on February 6, 2014.
BRONX BOMBERS To Conclude Broadway Run on March 2

Now is the time to see Bronx Bombers, a new American play starring Peter Scolari ('Bosom Buddies,' 'Newhart,' 'Girls') as Yogi Berra. Bronx Bombers will play its final Broadway performance on Sunday, March 2 at 3PM at Circle in the Square Theatre (50th Street between Broadway and Eighth Avenue). Bronx Bombers is produced on Broadway by Fran Kirmser and Tony Ponturo, and written and directed by Eric Simonson. For tickets and more information on Bronx Bombers, please visitwww.BronxBombersPlay.com. The production opened on February 6, 2014.
Photo Flash: Former New York Yankee Willie Randolph Visits BRONX BOMBERS

Former New York Yankee Willie Randolph attended this Saturday evening's performance of Bronx Bombers. Randolph, who was the second baseman for the New York Yankees from 1976 - 1988, and served as team captain from 1986 - 1988, embraced the cast after the show, exclaiming 'I love this show, these are my guys!' Scroll down for a photo!
BRONX BOMBERS to Offer $40 Snow Special Tickets Tonight & Tomorrow

The new Broadway play Bronx Bombers is offering $40 snow storm tickets for the Wednesday, February 12th & Thursday, February 13th 7PM performances. These specially priced tickets are available for purchase using the code BBSNOW121 at Telecharge.com, by calling 212-239-6200 and at the Circle in the Square Theatre box office (West 50th Street between Broadway and Eighth Avenue).
Photo Coverage: Yankees Alumni Visit BRONX BOMBERS on Broadway!

Just last night, five New York Yankees Alumni (Bucky Dent, Tino Martinez, Ricky Henderson, Joe Pepitone, and Bobby Richardson) traveled to the Circle in the Square Theatre to check out Broadway's new baseball play- Bronx Bombers. While they were there, the met with the cast, and you can check out photos from the special event below!
TV: BRONX BOMBERS Opening Night Red Carpet With Eric Simonson, Kate Baldwin, Dee Snider, Karen Ziemba and More!

Bronx Bombers, a new American play by Eric Simonson, is produced on Broadway by Fran Kirmser and Tony Ponturo, and directed by Eric Simonson. Bronx Bombers officially opened on February 6 at Circle in the Square Theatre, and BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there to chat with celebrities on the red carpet before the show, including Simonson, Kirmser and Ponturo, Broadway's Kate Baldwin and Graham Rowat, plus Dan Grimaldi, Dee Snider, Karen Ziemba, Natalie Roy and Rebecca Faulkenberry and Josh Segarra. Check out what they had to say below!
STAGE TUBE: Kids' Night on Broadway Spotlight- BRONX BOMBERS' Christopher Jackson & John Wernke

The Broadway League will soon launch KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY, Monday, February 24, 2014 to Sunday, March 2, 2014. KIDS' NIGHT ON BROADWAY is an audience development program created by The Broadway League to make theatre accessible, encourage theatre as a form of family entertainment, and build larger audiences for the future. In the weeks leading up to the festivities, cast members from some of this years' will share their favorite Broadway memories and why they love Broadway! Below, meet BRONX BOMBERS' Christopher Jackson & John Wernke?!
TV: Chatting with the Company of BRONX BOMBERS on Opening Night!

Bronx Bombers, a new American play by Eric Simonson, began previews on January 10, 2014. The show is produced on Broadway by Fran Kirmser and Tony Ponturo, and directed by Eric Simonson. Bronx Bombers officially opened last night, February 6, at Circle in the Square Theatre and BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge was there to chat with the company about the big night. Check out what they had to say below!
THIS WEEK IN PICTURES: February 1 - 7

Whether you've been living under a rock for the past week or you're just in the mood for a recap, BroadwayWorld's 'This Week in Pictures' is here to satisfy your end-of-the-week fix. Take a look below to catch up on the latest happenings from the Great White Way to The West End (and everywhere in between) with coverage of press events, rehearsals, opening nights and more. Highlights this week include a look at the cast of HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH, Carly Rae Jepsen and Fran Drescher's debut performance of CINDERELLA, intermission and superbowl pictures from casts across Broadway, and more!
Photo Coverage: BRONX BOMBERS Cast Celebrates Opening Night!

Bronx Bombers, a new American play by Eric Simonson, began previews on January 10, 2014. The show is produced on Broadway by Fran Kirmser and Tony Ponturo, and directed by Eric Simonson. Bronx Bombers officially opened last night, February 6, at Circle in the Square Theatre and BroadwayWorld was on hand for all of the opening night festivities. Check out photos from the after party below!
Photo Coverage: Yankees Arrive on Broadway- BRONX BOMBERS Takes Opening Night Bows!

Bronx Bombers, a new American play by Eric Simonson, began previews on January 10, 2014. The show is produced on Broadway by Fran Kirmser and Tony Ponturo, and directed by Eric Simonson. Bronx Bombers officially opened last night, February 6, at Circle in the Square Theatre and BroadwayWorld was on hand for all of the opening night festivities. Check out photos from the curtain call below!
BWW Reviews: BRONX BOMBERS Still Bushleague Material

Eric Simonson's Yankee drama plays like a theme park attraction.
Review Roundup: BRONX BOMBERS Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!

Bronx Bombers, a new American play by Eric Simonson, produced on Broadway by Fran Kirmser and Tony Ponturo, and directed by Eric Simonson, officially opens tonight, February 6, 2014 at Circle in the Square Theatre. Let's see what the critics had to say...

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John Wernke has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

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