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ALL FOR ONE THEATER FESTIVAL Begins 11/11

On November 11, the first annual ALL FOR ONE THEATER FESTIVAL will launch a ten-day event that will focus the national theatre community's attention on the SOLO GENRE, a self-supporting, self-contained creative category of entertainment that is rapidly emerging into the lucrative glare of Bi-Coastal industry interest.

ALL FOR ONE THEATER FESTIVAL Begins 11/11

On November 11, the first annual ALL FOR ONE THEATER FESTIVAL will launch a ten-day event that will focus the national theatre community's attention on the SOLO GENRE, a self-supporting, self-contained creative category of entertainment that is rapidly emerging into the lucrative glare of Bi-Coastal industry interest.

All For One Announces 10- Day Theatre Festival, 11/11 - 20

On November 11, the first annual ALL FOR ONE THEATER FESTIVAL will launch a ten-day event that will focus the national theatre community's attention on the SOLO GENRE, a self-supporting, self-contained creative category of entertainment that is rapidly emerging into the lucrative glare of Bi-Coastal industry interest.

ALL FOR ONE THEATER FESTIVAL Begins 11/11

On November 11, the first annual ALL FOR ONE THEATER FESTIVAL will launch a ten-day event that will focus the national theatre community's attention on the SOLO GENRE, a self-supporting, self-contained creative category of entertainment that is rapidly emerging into the lucrative glare of Bi-Coastal industry interest.

All For One Announces 10- Day Theatre Festival, 11/11 - 20

On November 11, the first annual ALL FOR ONE THEATER FESTIVAL will launch a ten-day event that will focus the national theatre community's attention on the SOLO GENRE, a self-supporting, self-contained creative category of entertainment that is rapidly emerging into the lucrative glare of Bi-Coastal industry interest.

Casting Announced for Final Play Lab of 2010-11 Season

CENTERSTAGE announces casting for the final Play Lab reading of the season, Jerome Hairston's Knife on Bone. The reading, which closes the 2010-11 Season, is May 26-29 and will be directed by Dwight R.B. Cook.

SUMMER IN SANCTUARY Closes April 17th

Told through monologue, song, poetry, and multimedia, this autobiographical piece by performance poet/playwright Al Letson challenges perceptions about race and class, as he recounts his struggles to connect with the disadvantaged children of the Sanctuary in Jacksonville, Florida. Summer In Sanctuary will take you into the heart of a community and leave you with a better understanding of the world. Rob Urbinati, who helmed Foggy Bottom and The President and Her Mistress in our 2006/2007 season, is back to direct this funny, poignant, and ultimately inspiring piece of distinctly American theater.

SUMMER IN SANCTUARY Plays Until April 17th

Told through monologue, song, poetry, and multimedia, this autobiographical piece by performance poet/playwright Al Letson challenges perceptions about race and class, as he recounts his struggles to connect with the disadvantaged children of the Sanctuary in Jacksonville, Florida. Summer In Sanctuary will take you into the heart of a community and leave you with a better understanding of the world. Rob Urbinati, who helmed Foggy Bottom and The President and Her Mistress in our 2006/2007 season, is back to direct this funny, poignant, and ultimately inspiring piece of distinctly American theater.

Photo Flash: Abingdon Theatre's SUMMER IN SANCTUARY Talkback

At the talkback following last Wednesday's performance of SUMMER IN SANCTUARY -- the new play written and performed by slam poetry artistand host of NPR's 'State of the RE:Union' Al Letson about a summer he spent teaching a creative writing class at The Sanctuary on 8thvStreet, a community center in Florida -- Abingdon Theatre Company welcomed Vicky Watkins, Executive Director of The Sanctuary, and several of the now-adult students who inspired the NYC premier

SUMMER IN SANCTUARY Begins Previews Tonight 3/25

Abingdon Theatre Company concludes its 2010-2011 Season with the New York premiere of SUMMER IN SANCTUARY, a new play by Al Letson, noted poet, playwright and host of NPR's 'State of the Re:Union' about one man's attempt to connect with disadvantaged youths using words and poetry, with previews set to begin March 25, prior to its official press opening on April 3 at the Abingdon Theatre Arts Complex's Dorothy Strelsin Theatre (312 West 36th Street) in Manhattan. Directed by Rob Urbinati, best known for his direction of Staceyann Chin's BORDER/CLASH.

Al Letson Brings Summer in Sanctuary to the Abingdon Theatre, Opens 3/25

Providing a glimpse into one man's attempt to use words and poetry as a means to connect with young people living in an economically challenged community, 'Summer in Sanctuary' opens this Friday, March 25 at the Abingdon Theatre in New York City, for a 3-week run.

Al Letson Brings Summer In Sanctuary to the Abingdon Theatre 3/25-4/17

Providing a glimpse into one man's attempt to use words and poetry as a means to connect with young people living in an economically challenged community, 'Summer in Sanctuary' returns to the Abington Theatre in New York City for a 3-week run, Friday, March 25, 2011 to Sunday, April 17, 2011.

Al Letson Brings Summer in Sanctuary to the Abingdon Theatre, Opens 3/25

Providing a glimpse into one man's attempt to use words and poetry as a means to connect with young people living in an economically challenged community, 'Summer in Sanctuary' opens this Friday, March 25 at the Abingdon Theatre in New York City, for a 3-week run.

SUMMER IN SANCTUARY NY Opens At Abingdon Theatre Co 4/3

Abingdon Theatre Company concludes its 2010-2011 Season with the New York premiere of SUMMER IN SANCTUARY- A new play by Al Letson, host of NPR's 'State of the Re:Union' Directed by Rob Urbinati (BORDER/CLASH)

Al Letson Brings Summer In Sanctuary to the Abingdon Theatre 3/25-4/17

Providing a glimpse into one man's attempt to use words and poetry as a means to connect with young people living in an economically challenged community, 'Summer in Sanctuary' returns to the Abington Theatre in New York City for a 3-week run, Friday, March 25, 2011 to Sunday, April 17, 2011.

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