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August Wilson's FENCES Begins At Laguna Playhouse In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2025

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE will present one of August Wilson's greatest triumphs focusing on the decade of the ‘50s, the Pulitzer Prize winning play FENCES, directed by Yvette Freeman-Hartley (Laguna Playhouse acclaimed production of Ain't Misbehavin'). 

Director Yvette Freeman Hartley to Discuss AIN'T MISBEHAVIN on Bob Barth's One Night Stand
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2024

Tune in tonight as Bob Barth welcomes director Yvette Freeman Hartley to his radio show, discussing her new production of 'Ain't Misbehavin'' at The Laguna Playhouse.

Photos: First Look At AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' At The Laguna Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2024

LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE presents the first show of the new year with the roof-raising musical revue, AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’, music by Thomas “Fats” Waller, conceived by Richard Maltby, Jr. and Murray Horwitz, musical direction by Abdul Hamid Royal, choreography by Roxane Carrasco and directed by Yvette Freeman Hartley. See photos from the production.

AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' Comes to Laguna Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2024

Laguna Playhouse presents the first show of the new year with the roof-raising musical revue, AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', music by Thomas “Fats” Waller. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!

Photos: First Look at BLUES IN THE NIGHT at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2023

Get a first look at Blues In The Night, which begins previews on Wednesday, January 11 at North Coast Repertory Theatre. Opening Night on Saturday, January 14, at 8pm.

BLUES IN THE NIGHT Announced At North Coast Repertory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2022

According to the legendary Billie Holliday, “Blues is to jazz what yeast is to  bread.” With 26 glorious, hot, torchy songs fueling BLUES IN THE NIGHT, a powerful cast of  singers plumb the innermost reaches of their hearts, sharing the heartbreak and humor of life  and the indomitable will to do more than survive.

BLUES IN THE NIGHT to be Presented at North Coast Repertory Theatre in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 20, 2022

BLUES IN THE NIGHT previews begin Wednesday, January 11 at North Coast Repertory Theatre. This rich musical experience promises to thrill and delight both novice and die-hard jazz fans alike, so reserve your seats now.

BLUES IN THE NIGHT Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2022

According to the legendary Billie Holliday, “Blues is to jazz what yeast is to bread.” With 26 glorious, hot, torchy songs fueling BLUES IN THE NIGHT, a powerful cast of singers plumb the innermost reaches of their hearts, sharing the heartbreak and humor of life and the indomitable will to do more than survive.

Season 41 Announced at North Coast Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2022

North Coast Repertory Theatre launches Season 41 with a slate of two World Premieres, one West Coast Premiere, and one San Diego Premiere highlighting an engaging, eclectic 2022-2023 seven-play series.

Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, April 22- with Lucie Jones, an ER Reunion, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2021

Today (April 22) in live streaming: Lucie Jones visits Backstage Live, an ER reunion on Stars in the House, and more!

VIDEO: Watch an ER Reunion on Stars in the House- Live at 8pm!
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 22, 2021

Stars in the House continues tonight (8pm ET) with an ER Cast Reunion with Gloria Reuben (Jeanie Boulet), George Clooney (Doug Ross), Noah Wyle (John Carter), Laura Innes (Kerry Weaver), Anthony Edwards (Mark Greene), Alex Kingston (Elizabeth Corday), Julianna Margulies (Carol Hathaway), Goran Višnjić (Luka Kovac), Paul McCrane (Robert Romano), Ming-Na Wen (Jing-Mei Chen), Laura Cerón (Chuny Marquez), Yvette Freeman (Haleh Adams), Conni Marie Brazelton (Connie Oligario) and CCH Pounder (Angela Hicks).

Wake Up With BWW 4/22: Hugh Jackman on Rudin and THE MUSIC MAN, and More
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2021

Today's top stories: Hugh Jackman breaks silence on Rudin and The Music Man, sneak peek at Jeremy Jordan's streaming concert 'Carry On', In The Heights film soundtrack sets release date, and more.

George Clooney, Julianna Margulies, Noah Wyle, Gloria Reuben, and the Cast of ER Will Reunite on STARS IN THE HOUSE
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2021

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley announced today that the cast of “ER” will reunite on “Stars In The House” for a special Earth Day episode benefiting Waterkeeper Alliance.

L.A. Theatre Works' IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT Will be Available for Streaming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2020

Beginning this Saturday, June 13, the L.A. Theatre Works audio theater recording of John Ball's In the Heat of the Night, adapted for the stage by Matt Pelfrey, will air on radio stations across the country and be available to stream free on the L.A. Theatre Works website.

VIDEOS: North Coast Repertory Theatre Presents THEATRE CONVERSATIONS With Richard Dreyfuss, Omri Schein, and Yvette Freeman
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2020

To keep audience engaged during this crisis, North Coast Repertory Theatre has created Theatre Conversations which was launched on March 26th.

Huntington's Largest-Ever Gala Shatters Fundraising Record
by Julie Musbach - May 9, 2018

Huntington Theatre Company board and staff are celebrating the shattering of a fundraising record at the Spotlight Spectacular gala, Monday, May 7. Held at the Boston Center for the Arts Cyclorama, the gala brought in $1.275 million to support the Huntington's operations for the fiscal year, including its broad range of education and community outreach programs.

Photo Flash: First Look at North Coast Rep's AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'
by BWW News Desk - Jul 16, 2016

AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' is a roof-raising musical tribute to the black musicians of the '20s and '30s. Based on the signature Fats Waller song, this rousing musical revue takes audiences back to the glory days of the Harlem Renaissance when the Cotton Club and Savoy Ballroom served as playgrounds for high society. Scroll down for a first look at the show at North Coast Rep!

Photo Flash: First Look at North Coast Rep's AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'
by BWW News Desk - Jul 12, 2016

AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' is a roof-raising musical tribute to the black musicians of the '20s and '30s. Based on the signature Fats Waller song, this rousing musical revue takes audiences back to the glory days of the Harlem Renaissance when the Cotton Club and Savoy Ballroom served as playgrounds for high society. Scroll down for a first look at the show at North Coast Rep!

North Coast Rep to Present AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 14, 2016

?AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' is a roof-raising musical tribute to the black musicians of the '20s and '30s. Based on the signature Fats Waller song, this rousing musical revue takes audiences back to the glory days of the Harlem Renaissance when the Cotton Club and Savoy Ballroom served as playgrounds for high society. You'll be tapping your feet as five performers take you on a journey, presenting an evening of rowdy, raunchy, and humorous songs. Directed by Yvette Freeman, known for her work as a television actress in the medical drama series "ER", who replaced Nell Carter in the original Broadway production of AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'. Later, Ms. Freeman went on to direct the show all over the country. 

North Coast Repertory Theatre to Present WAY DOWNRIVER
by BWW News Desk - Apr 16, 2016

A flood of Biblical proportions on the mighty Mississippi provides the dramatic backdrop to this gripping, edge-of-your-seat adventure. Adapted by Edward Morgan from the William Faulkner short story, 'Old Man,' WAY DOWNRIVER reveals an unlikely pair of souls who are bound together by the forces of nature. With honesty and humor, they struggle to overcome their fears and prejudice in order to survive their harrowing experience. You won't want to miss this exciting West Coast premiere.