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Michael began his career in Chicago working with Steppenwolf, the Windy City Players, Chicago Dramatists, and First Folio. Regional: The Wilma Theater (Philadelphia), the Hexagon Theatre (South Africa), Red Barn Theater (Indiana). New York: Theatre (City Center), Signature Theatre, Waterwell, Snorks and Pins, and The Acting Studio/Chelsea Rep Lab, which produced his original play Almost A Fantasy at the 2012 NYC Fringe Festival. Michael was a 2011 Wide Eyed Productions Playwright Apprentice and a semi-finalist for the Neil Labute New Play Fest. He is a graduate from Indiana University. Founding member of New Light Theater Project. For more information, visit his website: MichaelAllenAguirre.com.

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Exclusive: Watch 'He's Gone Away' from THE GREATEST HITS DOWN ROUTE 66


In this video, watch as Kristoffer Cusick, HK Wall, and Andy Evan Cohen perform 'He's Gone Away' from The Greatest Hits Down Route 66.

Review: THE GREATEST HITS DOWN ROUTE 66 at 59E59 Theaters-A Thought Provoking, Charming Story Complemented with Folk Music


New Light Theater Project's current show at 59E59 Theaters, 'The Greatest Hits Down Route 66' is a musical happening written by Michael Aguirre, directed by Sarah Norris, and featuring a multi-talented cast.

Cast Set for THE GREATEST HITS DOWN ROUTE 66 At 59E59 Theaters


Casting has been announced for THE GREATEST HITS DOWN ROUTE 66 at 59E59 Theaters. Get all the details on this exciting production.

59E59 Theaters Unveils Exciting Lineup for Fall 2023


Discover the highly anticipated shows and events coming to 59E59 Theaters this fall. From captivating dramas to hilarious comedies, there's something for everyone in the lineup. Don't miss out on this exciting season of performances.

Cypress College Kicks Off Halloween Season With CARRIE


The Cypress College Theatre Department is opening their new season with the horror musical, Carrie. Based on the classic '70s horror film, Carrie tells the story of a bullied teenage girl, who discovers she has special powers.

Karen Ziemba, Sofia Ayral-Hutton & More to Star in ACCORDING TO THE CHORUS at 59E59 Theaters


59E59 Theaters and New Light Theater Project, in association with The Journey Company, have announced the cast & creative team for According to the Chorus, by Arlene Hutton and directed by Chris Goutman.

Complete Cast and Creative Team Announced for INK'DWELL Presented by 59E59 Theaters & New Light Theater Project


59E59 Theaters and New Light Theater Project have announce casting for Ink’dWell by Erin E. Adams (Snow Globe) and directed by Tabatha Gayle (Tragic Fragments). Ink’dWell begins previews September 29, 2022, in Theater C and opens October 5 for a run through October 16, 2022.

H*TLER'S TASTERS to Have Off-Broadway Engagement in April


H*tler’s Tasters, a new play by award-winning playwright Michelle Kholos Brooks (War Words, Kalamazoo) and directed by Sarah Norris (Everything is Super Great, This Wrestling Place), will play a four-week Off-Broadway engagement, April 14 through May 7, at Theatre Row, Theatre One (410 West 42nd Street, NYC).

Zeiders American Dream Theater Presents THE JACKSON C. FRANK LISTENING PARTY WITH SPECIAL GUESTS


Zeiders American Dream Theater (The Z) in Town Center under the leadership of Artistic Director Bart Kuebler and Executive Director Terry Flint, is pleased to present a new play straight from NY: The Jackson C. Frank Listening Party with Special Guests by Michael Aguirre.

WAITING IN THE WINGS: THE MUSICAL to be Presented at the Rose Center Theater


A world premiere stage adaptation based on the 2014 hit musical film, Waiting In The Wings: The Musical is set to play at the Rose Center Theater November 5-14, 2021.

Pendragon Theatre Names Michael Aguirre New Managing Director


The 41 year-old Pendragon Theatre is the only year-round professional theatre in the Adirondacks, located at 15 Brandybrook Avenue, Saranac Lake.

BWW Interview: Michael Aguirre and 'The Jackson C. Frank Listening Party w/ Special Guests'


New Light Theater Project will present The Jackson C. Frank Listening Party w/ Special Guests, written by Michael Aguirre and directed by Sarah Norris. The show begins streaming on Monday, March 29 for a limited engagement through Sunday, April 11. Presented as part of 59E59 Theaters Plays In Place program, tickets are free with a suggested donation of $15.

New Light Theater Project Presents THE JACKSON C. FRANK LISTENING PARTY


New Light Theater Project will present The Jackson C. Frank Listening Party w/ Special Guests, written by Michael Aguirre and directed by Sarah Norris. The Jackson C. Frank Listening Party w/ Special Guests begins streaming on Monday, March 29 for a limited engagement through Sunday, April 11. 

New Light Theater Project Releases First Two Episodes Of INVINCIBLE ONES


New Light Theater Project releases a new episodic radio drama, Invincible Ones, based on the play by Samantha Cooper.

New Light Theater Project Will Hold Workshop For Stage Adaptation of Sheila Heti's Novel MOTHERHOOD


Sheila Heti's critically acclaimed, best-selling novel, MOTHERHOOD, has been optioned for a stage adaptation by New Light Theater Project and Executive Producer Ben Folds. THIS WRESTLING PLACE, the play will be adapted and directed by Sarah Norris with original music and movement by Emma Sandall.

New Light Theater Project Presents BRECHT: CALL AND RESPOND


New Light Theater Project presents Brecht: Call and Respond (an evening of three one-acts), featuring The Jewish Wife by  Bertolt Brecht with the commissioned one-acts Self Help in the Anthropocene by Kristin Idaszak and Sunset Point by Arlene Hutton.  Directed by Jerry Heymann, Brecht: Call and Respond (an evening of three one-acts) begins performances on Thursday, January 30 for a limited engagement through Saturday, February 15.  Press opening is Sunday, February 2 at 3 pm.  The performance schedule is Wednesday a?" Friday at 7:30 pm, Saturday at 2 pm & 7:30 pm, and Sunday at 3 pm. Please note the following schedule adjustments: there is no matinee performance on Saturday 2/1; there is an added performance on Tue 2/11 at 7:30 pm.  Performances are at The Paradise Factory (64 East 4th Street, between Bowery and Second Avenue). Tickets, which are on sale now, are $25. To purchase tickets, visit www.newlighttheaterproject.com.

New Light Theater Project Announces 2019/2020 Season


New Light Theater Project announces their 7th season with two NYC premieres and a remount of last spring's sold-out run of IMAGINING MADOFF.

Karen Ziemba to Lead Industry Reading Of CAROL OF CARROLL GARDENS


Tony Award-winning producer Michael Rubenstein (Pippin), along with producers Robin Milling (Less Than 50%) of Trilliant Entertainment Group, and Stephanie Rosenberg (Moulin Rouge) of The Empress Productions LLC will present an industry reading of Carol of Carroll Gardens by playwright Bob Stewart on June 17, 2019.

Amina Henry's THE GREAT NOVEL to Make World Premiere with New Light Theater Project


New Light Theater Project presents the world premiere of THE GREAT NOVEL, written by Amina Henry and directed by Sarah Norris. Part of The Flea's Anchor Program, THE GREAT NOVEL begins performances on Friday, June 7 for a limited engagement through Saturday, June 29. 

IMAGINING MADOFF Announces Encore Engagement with Jenny Allen, Gerry Bamman, and Jeremiah Kissel Returning


New Light Theater Project (Sarah Norris, Artistic Director; Michael Aguirre, Producing Director) is announcing that IMAGINING MADOFF, written by Deb Margolin and directed by Jerry Heymann, will transfer to the Lion on Theatre Row (410 W 42nd Street, between 9th and 10th Avenues) in the Fall. Jenny Allen, Gerry Bamman, and Jeremiah Kissel will reprise their critically acclaimed roles.

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