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Helen Hayes Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Play
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A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Return to the American Conservatory Theater Stage for the First  Photo A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Return to the American Conservatory Theater Stage for the First Time in Three Years
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 12, 2022

American Conservatory Theater will usher in the holiday season with the in-person return of its celebrated production of the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol. A Christmas Carol performs at A.C.T.’s Toni Rembe Theater November 30–December 24, 2022. 

American Conservatory Theater Will Present In-Person Reading of Shakespeare's CYMBELI Photo American Conservatory Theater Will Present In-Person Reading of Shakespeare's CYMBELINE
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2021

Today, American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon and Executive Director Jennifer Bielstein announced that William Shakespeare's Cymbeline will be the next production for A.C.T. Out Loud, a series of play readings featuring enduring works by some of the greatest minds of generations past.

A.C.T. Presents VIRTUALLY SPEAKING With Ken Ruta Photo A.C.T. Presents VIRTUALLY SPEAKING With Ken Ruta
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2021

American Conservatory Theater announced today that veteran actor Ken Ruta will be interviewed by Tony Award winner and A.C.T. Artistic Director Pam MacKinnon as part of Virtually Speaking, a series of in-depth conversations with prominent icons of the industry, being held on Friday, April 16 at 6 p.m. PT. 

ACT Ushers in the Holidays with A CHRISTMAS CAROL Photo ACT Ushers in the Holidays with A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Julie Musbach - Oct 10, 2019

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.

CAVE DWELLERS by William Saroyan At North Coast Rep For A Classic Reading Series Photo CAVE DWELLERS by William Saroyan At North Coast Rep For A Classic Reading Series
by Rebecca Russo - Mar 30, 2019

The Cave Dwellers explores the adventures of some homeless people who are camping out on the stage of an abandoned theatre that is about to be pulled down for a housing project. Humor, grace, innocence and improvisation distinguish this Broadway classic. An enchanting story.

THE CAVE DWELLERS Announced At North Coast Repertory Theatre Photo THE CAVE DWELLERS Announced At North Coast Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2019

The Cave Dwellers explores the adventures of some homeless people who are camping out on the stage of an abandoned theatre that is about to be pulled down for a housing project. Humor, grace, innocence and improvisation distinguish this Broadway classic. An enchanting story.

Photo Flash: American Conservatory Theater Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL Photo Photo Flash: American Conservatory Theater Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2018

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.

Photo Flash: A.C.T. Rings In the Holiday Season with A CHRISTMAS CAROL Photo Photo Flash: A.C.T. Rings In the Holiday Season with A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 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.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns to American Conservatory Theatre Photo A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns to American Conservatory Theatre
by Rebecca Russo - Oct 18, 2017

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 41st 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 1 24, 2017, at A.C.T.'s Geary Theater (415 Geary Street, San Francisco). Tickets (ranging in price from $20 $135) 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.

American Conservatory Theater Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2016

Featuring a lively cast of dozens, delightful music, gorgeous costumes, and those deliciously spooky ghosts, the Bay Area's favorite holiday tradition returns with American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.)'s celebrated production of the Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol. Now in its 40th year, 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 November 25-December 24, 2016 at A.C.T.'s Geary Theater (415 Geary Street, San Francisco). 

Ken Ruta Videos

STAGE TUBE: First Look at Joe Manganiello, René Augesen and More in Highlights of Yale Rep's A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE
by Stage Tube - Sep 26, 2013

Yale Repertory Theatre opens its 2013-14 season with A Streetcar Named Desire byTennessee Williams, directed byMark Rucker, September 20-October 12 at the University Theatre (222 York Street). Opening Night is tonight, September 26. BroadwayWorld has a first look below!

STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes with Joe Manganiello, René Augesen and More in Yale Rep's A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE
by Stage Tube - Sep 26, 2013

Yale Repertory Theatre opens its 2013-14 season with A Streetcar Named Desire byTennessee Williams, directed byMark Rucker, September 20-October 12 at the University Theatre (222 York Street). Opening Night is tonight, September 26. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek behind the scenes below!


Ken Ruta Frequently Asked Questions

What awards has Ken Ruta been nominated for?
Outstanding Lead Actor, Resident Play (Helen Hayes Awards) for Shadowlands .