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Currently running to sold out houses in Los Angeles is the world premier of Rick's adaptation of
I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE, that he also directs and stages. He's Co-Written/Produced as well as Directed several LA hit shows including THEY SHOOT HORSES, DON'T THEY?, HIGHBALLS AHOY!, DEAD BRIDE RUNNING, and A CHARLIE BROWN COMMERCIAL CHRISTMAS.

Sparks has garnered some of his 16 Theatre Awards for the staging and direction of the aforementioned HORSES, A CLOCKWORK ORANGE, DOWN SOUTH (NY and LA productions), the L.A. premier of PSYCHO BEACH PARTY, and smash hit DIVORCE, THE MUSICAL. The latter, along with SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE TOO! were simultaneously listed as LA Times Critics’ Choice.
This inspired the national entertainment magazine Backstage to call Sparks “One of five Stage ‘Directors You Ought To Know!” Other productions include last season’s long running Ovation recommended shows DADDY and TRIO, which also ran at the same time. Other favorites: THE NOTHING BOYS, (produced by TV’s “Entourage” producer Rob Weiss), Laguna Playhouse’s DON'T TALK TO THE ACTORS, CLUTTER by Mark Saltzman for the Colony Theatre, THAT PERFECT MOMENT, THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOLLYWOOD, TALLULAH, POETS GARDEN, INCONCEIVABLE, and the west coast premier of John Patrick Shanley's WHERE'S MY MONEY?

After years of regional shows as an actor, Rick he replaced Terry Mann on Broadway as Rum Tum Tugger in CATS, and then became a member of the Original First National Tour of LES MISERABLES. He was also in the original LA and Broadway casts of SUNSET BLVD. with Glenn Close.

Rick Sparks STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1994
Choreographer

Salesman

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1982
Rum Tum Tugger [Replacement]


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Maya Sayre Weaves Mystery On New CBS All Access Series ONE DOLLAR


Actress Maya Sayre helps to weave the mystery recurring as 'Heidi' in the new CBS All Access original series, ONE DOLLAR, premiering Thursday, August 30th.

BWW Interview: Greenway Arts Alliance's Whitney Weston & Pierson Blaetz Talk Flea Markets, Teaching Kids & Loving LUCY


Greenway Arts Alliance has been in the business of entertaining, educating, and giving back in L.A.'s Fairfax district for going on 20 years now. Their very effective, artistic three-prong mechanism of choice include: Greenway's Melrose Trading Post, Greenway Court Theatre and Greenway's Institute for the Arts. We had the opportunity to chat with the two co-founders and current co-artistic directors of GAA, Whitney Weston and Pierson Blaetz.

Greenway Arts Alliance Celebrates 20th Anniversary with All-Day Community Festival


Greenway Arts Alliance (GAA), under the direction of Co-Founders Whitney Weston and Pierson Blaetz, kick-off their 20th Anniversary celebration with a musical tribute brunch honoring Greenway community partners and Market Mash, a pop-up festival for Melrose Trading Post shoppers and visitors. The events will be held at Melrose Trading Post, on the campus of Fairfax High School on Sunday, October 8, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

Greenway Arts Alliance Celebrates 20th Anniversary Market Mash Event


Nonprofit Greenway Arts Alliance (GAA), under the direction of Co-Founders Whitney Weston and Pierson Blaetz, will celebrate its 20th Anniversary of uniting communities through art, education and social enterprise on October 8, 2017. GAA, a community leader and role model in social enterprise, runs the Greenway Court Theatre (a professional 99-seat theater), the Greenway Institute for the Arts (an arts education program at Fairfax High School, Title 1 high school in Los Angeles) and the Melrose Trading Post (a weekly open-air arts based marketplace). An all-day community celebration of Greenway Arts Alliance's 20th Anniversary will take place at the world famous Melrose Trading Post on Sunday, October 8, 2017. Additional details will be announced at a later date.

GLOWBERON, WE'RE GONNA DIE and More Set for OBERON's April Lineup


OBERON, the American Repertory Theater's (A.R.T.) second stage and club theater venue on the fringe of Harvard Square, announces offerings for OBERON Presents -- GLOWBERON and WE'RE GONNA DIE; as well as other events to be presented at OBERON during April - May -- including Visiting Artists, Artists in Residence, and Usual Suspects.

GLOWBERON, WE'RE GONNA DIE and More Set for OBERON's April Lineup


OBERON, the American Repertory Theater's (A.R.T.) second stage and club theater venue on the fringe of Harvard Square, announces offerings for OBERON Presents -- GLOWBERON and WE'RE GONNA DIE; as well as other events to be presented at OBERON during April - May -- including Visiting Artists, Artists in Residence, and Usual Suspects.

National Tour of I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE! Visits PPAC Tonight


I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE is the brand-new hit stage show adapted from the most beloved program in television history! America's favorite foursome -- Lucy, Ricky, Fred, and Ethel - will be live on stage and in color for the first time at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) tonight, February 24 - March 1, 2015. I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE is part of the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series.

National Tour of I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE! Visits PPAC This February


I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE is the brand-new hit stage show adapted from the most beloved program in television history! America's favorite foursome -- Lucy, Ricky, Fred, and Ethel - will be live on stage and in color for the first time at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) February 24 - March 1, 2015. I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE is part of the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series.

BWW Reviews: I (Still) LOVE LUCY


No, you don't need to get your eyes checked. If you happen by Overture Center before January 11th and see a bouncy redhead pestering a suave Cuban man while sporting the grimace of a beloved television star - follow her. I Love Lucy Live on Stage is 'filming' in front of Overture's live studio audience this week and they are loving every minute of it.

Last Chance to Vote for the BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards


It's your last week to vote for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 26th. Voting closes at the end of the year, in under one week!

Tickets to I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE at Aronoff Center Now On Sale


Tickets are now on sale for the national tour of I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE, the brand-new hit stage show adapted from the most beloved program in television history as part of the 2014-2015 Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Cincinnati Season presented by TriHealth. Tickets prices start at $29 and are available at the Aronoff Center Box Office downtown at 650 Walnut Street, online at CincinnatiArts.org or by phone at 513.621.ARTS. Group orders of ten or more may be placed by calling 513.369.4363.

Final Two Weeks of Voting for the BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards - Spencer Liff Leads!


Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.

I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE Returns to Chicago Tonight


Broadway In Chicago has announced that I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE, the hit stage show adapted from the most beloved program in television history, which is produced under license from CBS Consumer Products, will return to Chicago by popular demand during its 2014-15 National Tour. The production, which began with extended sit-down productions in Los Angeles and Chicago and became an audience favorite across the country, will play the Bank of America Theatre (18 W Monroe) tonight, Dec. 9 through Dec. 14, 2014.

Tickets to I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE at Cobb Energy Centre Now On Sale


Gas South presents I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE, the brand-new hit stage show adapted from the most beloved program in television history. The show will make its Atlanta premiere at the Cobb Energy Centre March 13, 14 & 15, 2015. Tickets prices range from $45 - $65 and are on sale now to the general public at www.Ticketmaster.com, by calling 800.735.3000 or at the Cobb Energy Centre Box Office.

Tickets to I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE at Moran Theater On Sale Today


The national tour of I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE makes its Jacksonville premiere at the Times-Union Center's Moran Theater from Tuesday, March 17th through Sunday, March 22nd for eight performances only. Tickets go on sale Today, December 5th at 10AM through the FSCJ Artist Series, sponsored by Chase, the official presenter of the Jacksonville show.

Unwrap the Latest Voting Update for the BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards - Terrance Spencer in Lead!


Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 4th.

2014 BroadwayWorld LA Awards Update 11/25 - Vanessa Williams, Cody Jamison Strand Gobble Up Competition!


Voting has now opened for the 2014 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of November 25th.

Tickets to I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE at Moran Theater On Sale 12/5


The national tour of I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE makes its Jacksonville premiere at the Times-Union Center's Moran Theater from Tuesday, March 17th through Sunday, March 22nd for eight performances only. Tickets go on sale Friday, December 5th at 10AM through the FSCJ Artist Series, sponsored by Chase, the official presenter of the Jacksonville show.

BWW Reviews: I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE a Valentine to Fans


From 1951-1957 and beyond, the 'I Love Lucy' show captured the hearts of Americans each week with side-splitting laughter and a star that couldn't shine brighter - Lucille Ball. With husband and co-start Desi Arnaz, former vaudeville stars Vivian Vance and William Frawley, the black-and-white TV show shot straight to the top and has remained in the hearts of audiences even up to today. Now the Curran Theatre presents I Love Lucy Live on Stage as a tribute to that iconic show and the redhead that made it all happen. Playing now through November 23, this valentine to Lucy and Desi fans is a must see for all ages.

Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage for I LOVE LUCY LIVE ON STAGE, Nov. 11-23!


Hodges & Hodges Set the Stage provides a wide-ranging look into select productions that are premiering or touring in the Bay Area! Dedicated to enhancing the theatre-going experience, Hodges & Hodges act as your very own local restaurant and tour guides (and of course theatre critics) so that you can fully immerse yourself in the show - even before you enter the actual theater.

Rick Sparks FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Rick Sparks been in?

Rick Sparks has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Rick Sparks been in?

Rick Sparks has not appeared in the West End.

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