Ryan Shams

McCarter Theatre Center to Stage HOODWINKED, 1/28-31
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 7, 2016

Emily Mann's documentary-style drama recalls the 2009 Fort Hood shootings as a springboard for explorations of Islamist extremism in various political contexts today.

Noor Theatre's Highlight Reading Series to Wrap 11/18 with HOUSE OF STRENGTH
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 13, 2013

Noor Theatre's Highlight Reading Series concludes Monday, November 18 at 7:30pm with House of Strength by Rahaleh Nassri and directed by Sarna Lapine.

BWW Reviews: THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE Shines at Bucks County Playhouse
by Kelli Curtin - Aug 21, 2013

The latest play at Bucks County Playhouse is THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE. Charles Busch wrote this play, and it opened on Broadway in 2000. Boyd Gaines directs the current production at Bucks County Playhouse. This show is full of comedy and emotion, and is definitely a night full of boisterous laughter.

BWW Interviews: David Garrison Talks THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE and His Acting Career
by Kelli Curtin - Aug 20, 2013

THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE is the latest production at Bucks County Playhouse. The play tells the story of Marjorie Taub who lives on the upper west side of New York with her husband, Ira. Marjorie spends her time pursuing culture at lectures, museums and theatres. She is facing an epic mid-life crisis when a friend from her past visits her. Charles Busch wrote this play and it is directed by Boyd Gaines. THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE stars Marsha Mason, David Garrison, Marilu Henner, Ryan Shams and Emily Jon Mitchell.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal for Bucks County Playhouse's THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE with Marilu Henner, David Garrison, Lynn Cohen & More!
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 8, 2013

Marilu Henner, Marsha Mason, David Garrison, and Lynn Cohen lead Charles Busch's The Allergists' Wife at Bucks County Playhouse, the final production of the 2013 Playhouse Productions Summer Season, beginning August 15. Four-time Tony Award winner Boyd Gaines will direct the production, which runs through September 1. Check out a first look at the cast in action below!

Second Stage Theatre Will Present Marathon of Quiara Alegría Hudes' ELLIOT TRILOGY, 1/27
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 16, 2013

Second Stage Theatre (Carole Rothman, Artistic Director) will present a one-time-only marathon of all three plays in Quiara Alegria Hudes' acclaimed "Elliot Trilogy," including the 2012 Pulitzer Prize winner WATER BY THE SPOONFUL, on Sunday, January 27 at Second Stage Theatre (305 W 43rd St).

WATER BY THE SPOONFUL Extends Through Feb 10 at Second Stage Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2013

Due to critical acclaim and strong ticket sales, the Second Stage Theatre's production of the 2012 Pulitzer Prize-Winning drama Water by the Spoonful, written by Quiara Alegría Hudes and directed by Davis McCallum, will extend two weeks through February 10th at Second Stage Theatre (305 W 43rd Street). Second Stage's next production, Jason Robert Brown's THE LAST FIVE YEARS, will begin previews on March 7.

BWW Reviews: THIS at the Seattle Rep
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2011

In Melissa James Gibson's play "This", currently having its west coast premiere at the Seattle Rep, the central conceit is that this is an inside look at four witty average urban thirty-somethings, a group that seems to be the go-to for new playwrights. But the problem is that these people are average only in that they end up as stereotypes to the way we see this "type" and possibly how we would like to see ourselves. And those stereotypes, while funny and engaging, sometimes come across as forced.

BWW Reviews: THIS at the Seattle Rep
by Jay Irwin - Apr 14, 2011

In Melissa James Gibson's play "This", currently having its west coast premiere at the Seattle Rep, the central conceit is that this is an inside look at four witty average urban thirty-somethings, a group that seems to be the go-to for new playwrights. But the problem is that these people are average only in that they end up as stereotypes to the way we see this "type" and possibly how we would like to see ourselves. And those stereotypes, while funny and engaging, sometimes come across as forced.

Playwrights Theatre Presents Mahida's Extra Key To Heaven Aprl 22 - May 9
by Robert Diamond - Mar 22, 2010

Playwrights Theatre is pleased to present the New Jersey Premiere of Mahida's Extra Key To Heaven by Russell Davis. It will preview on April 22 and run for three weeks through May 9, 2010 (Press Opening: Friday, April 23 at 8:00pm). The production will be directed by John Pietrowski and features Mariam Habib*, Jack Moran*, Jane Blass* and Ryan Shams*. Single tickets are on sale now for $15. A student (appropriate for ages 13 and up) and senior matinee is scheduled for Wednesday, April 28 and May 5 at 10:30am and Ladies Night at the Playwrights Theatre will be held on Thursday, April 29 beginning at 5pm with curtain at 6:30pm. For tickets, visit www.ptnj.org or call the box office at 973-514-1787 X10. Performances take place at Playwrights Theatre, 33 Green Village Road in Madison, NJ.

Second Stage Announces Initial Casting for New Works Fest.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2008

Second Stage Theatre has announced initial casting for its 'New Works Festival' on Friday, June 13