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Date of Death: March 16, 1983 (79)

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BWW Reviews: ALWAYS PATSY CLINE Offers Lots of Love at the El Portal
by Don Grigware - Jul 14, 2014


Popular across the country for the past decade, Always Patsy Cline celebrates country/pop superstar Patsy Cline, her music and her warm down.to.earth persona. Endearing from the get go it stars the very funny and endearing Sally Struthers as Texas housewife Louise Seger and Carter Calvert as Cline. With the overabundant charm exuded by both stars and backed by a superb five-piece combo that includes John Randall at the piano and Roger Cohen, Calvert's husband, on drums, Always Patsy Cline should take audiences over the moon, through August 3 only.

ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE Opens Tonight at Ocean State Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2014


Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), which recently completed its first full season in its new state-of-the-art theatre in Warwick is proud to open their summer season tonight, June 4 with the song-filled hit, Always...Patsy Cline, sponsored by Residence Inn by Marriott.

ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE to Open 6/4 at Ocean State Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - May 22, 2014


Ocean State Theatre Company (OSTC), which recently completed its first full season in its new state-of-the-art theatre in Warwick is proud to open their summer season on June 4 with the song-filled hit, Always…Patsy Cline, sponsored by Residence Inn by Marriott.

Review Roundup: BULLETS OVER BROADWAY Opens - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - Apr 10, 2014


Producers Letty Aronson and Julian Schlossberg present the world premiere production of the brand new musical comedy BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, written by Woody Allen and based on the screenplay by Allen and Douglas McGrath for the 1994 film. Directed and choreographed by five-time Tony Award-winner Susan Stroman, BULLETS OVER BROADWAY officially opens tonight, April 10, 2014 at The St. James Theatre (246 West 44th Street). Let's see what the critics had to say...

Ruth Roberts' Sing-Along Songs Now Available on iTunes
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 13, 2014


After a heavy winter, parents of small children all around the country may be in a celebratory mood as they anticipate letting their children once again enjoy the great outdoors. Adding to the fun is the availability of many songs and albums from the Ruth Roberts children songbook collection, including 'St. Patrick's Day Songs That Tickle Your Funny Bone,' 'Easter Songs That Tickle Your Funny Bone,' 'Spring Songs That Tickle Your Funny Bone,' and 'April Fools' Day Songs That Tickle Your Funny Bone.'

Leslie Uggams to Perform at Amas Musical Theatre's 45th Anniversary Benefit Gala, 3/31
by BWW News Desk - Jan 23, 2014


Amas Musical Theatre, New York City's award-winning pioneer in diversity and multi-ethnic casting in the performing arts since 1968, will celebrate its 45th Anniversary at a gala benefit on Monday, March 31st, 2014 at the Baruch Performing Arts Center (East 25th Street between Lexington and 3rd Avenues). Honorary Chair for the event is veteran Broadway virtuoso Maurice Hines.

Photo Flash: Alana Opie and Brittney Klepper Star in Manatee Players' ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 19, 2013


Always...Patsy Cline christens the Manatee Players' Kiwanis Studio Theater stage as the first full theatrical production in the new intimate space at the Manatee Performing Arts Center. The show opens tonight, September 19 and runs through October 6. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the stars onstage below!

Photo Flash: First Look at Alana Opie and Brittney Klepper in Manatee Players' ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2013


Always...Patsy Cline christens the Manatee Players' Kiwanis Studio Theater stage as the first full theatrical production in the new intimate space at the Manatee Performing Arts Center. The show opens on September 19 and runs through October 6. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the stars onstage below!

Manatee Players to Present ALWAYS... PATSY CLINE at Kiwanis Studio Theater, 9/19-10/6
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 16, 2013


ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE christens the Manatee Players' Kiwanis Studio Theater stage as the first full theatrical production in the new intimate space at the Manatee Performing Arts Center! The show opens on September 19 and runs through October 6.

PCPA Theaterfest Stages ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE, Now thru 9/15
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2013


Besides being a delightful tribute to the renowned country singer, Always... Patsy Cline, is based on the true story of the friendship between Patsy and her most devoted fan, Louise Seger. It plays in the Severson Theatre in Santa Maria, tonight, August 8 through the 31st, then under the stars in Solvang, September 6 through the 15th. There will also be a one-night encore performance in the Chumash Casino Resort's Samala Showroom on Saturday, September 21.

PCPA Theaterfest to Stage ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE, 8/8-9/15
by BWW News Desk - Jul 19, 2013


?Besides being a delightful tribute to the renowned country singer, Always... Patsy Cline, is based on the true story of the friendship between Patsy and her most devoted fan, Louise Seger. It plays in the Severson Theatre in Santa Maria, August 8 through the 31st, then under the stars in Solvang, September 6 through the 15th. There will also be a one-night encore performance in the Chumash Casino Resort's Samala Showroom on Saturday, September 21.

Legendary Summer Stock Director Leslie B. Cutler Passes Away
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2013


Leslie B. Cutler, who directed of hundreds of productions over a 50 year period at the storied Kenley Players in Ohio and other stock venues and is widely believed to have directed more stars onstage than anyone else in show business, died of congestive heart failure at the St.Luke's - Roosevelt Hospital in Manhattan on Saturday, May 18th, 2013. He was 93.

Broadway Rose Theatre Extends ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE thru 5/26
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2013


One of the best-loved names in country music is the subject of Always...Patsy Cline, a funny and touching tribute as narrated by one of her most devoted fans and friends. The musical tribute features Sara Catherine Wheatley as Cline and Broadway Rose's artistic director, Sharon Maroney, as her friend, Louise Seger. Always...Patsy Cline is being performed now at the Broadway Rose New Stage. Sales for Always…Patsy Cline have been extremely strong, and the theater has decided to extend the run another week. The show will now run through May 26, 2013.

Broadway Rose Theatre Company Presents ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE, Opening 4/19
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 18, 2013


One of the best-loved names in country music is the subject of Always...Patsy Cline, a funny and touching tribute as narrated by one of her most devoted fans and friends. The musical tribute features Sara Catherine Wheatley as Cline and Broadway Rose's artistic director, Sharon Maroney, as her friend, Louise Seger. Always…Patsy Cline will be performed at the Broadway Rose New Stage. Preview performance is April 18 with opening night on Friday, April 19, and performances continue through May 19, 2013. Evening performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. Matinees are at 2 p.m. on Sundays, and on Saturday, April 27, May 4, 11, and 18. The New Stage is located at 12850 SW Grant Avenue in Tigard. Tickets start at $30 for adults, with discounts available for groups and youth. For a full listing of show performances or to order tickets visit www.broadwayrose.org or call the box office at 503.620.5262.

Broadway Rose Theatre Company Presents ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE, Opening 4/19
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 15, 2013


One of the best-loved names in country music is the subject of Always...Patsy Cline, described as a funny and touching tribute as narrated by one of her most devoted fans and friends.

AMERICAN IDOL's Crystal Bowersox and Annette O'Toole to Lead ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE; Opens on Broadway This August!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 26, 2013


Burke-Cohen Entertainment/Jimmy Burke, Jeff Cohen presents American Idol finalist Crystal Bowersox and Oscar and Emmy Award nominee Annette O'Toole starring in the Broadway premiere of Ted Swindley's Always… Patsy Cline, directed by Tony Award winner John Rando. The scenery will be designed by Anna Louizos, who is currently represented on Broadway with 'Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella.' Performances begin in July with an August opening.

Photo Flash: Theater at the Center Presents ALWAYS… PATSY CLINE, 3/23-4/1
by BWW News Desk - Mar 23, 2012


The musical play telling the story of legendary country singer Patsy Cline and her most devoted fan, ALWAYS... PATSY CLINE kicks off Theatre at the Center's 2012 season. Based on a true story of this unparalleled pioneer for female performers and a fan from Houston she befriended in a Texas honky-tonk, the production previews February 23, opens February 26 and runs through April 1. ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE will be directed by Brian Russell. Russell, making his Theatre at the Center debut, is the former Artistic Director of American Theater Company and Director of the 1996 Chicago Premiere of ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE which transferred from Northlight Theatre in Evanston to a lengthy commercial run at Chicago's Apollo Theater. Also making her Theatre at the Center debut, newcomer Heather Beck will star as 'Patsy Cline'. Check out the production photos below!

BWW Reviews: Whether Michelle Duffy or Heather Beck, It’s ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE in Munster
by Paul W. Thompson - Feb 29, 2012


Gradually emerging as a work for the theater from casual beginnings in Houston in 1988, expanded for productions in Atlanta and Nashville (starring Mandy Barnett) in the mid-1990s, then to off-Broadway, to Chicago and beyond, "Always…Patsy Cline" was created to frame the immortal songs and voice of Patsy Cline in a theatrical context.

Photo Flash: Opening Night at ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE
by Max Schwager - Feb 27, 2012


The hugely popular musical play telling the story of legendary country singer Patsy Cline and her most devoted fan, ALWAYS... PATSY CLINE kicks off Theatre at the Center's 2012 season. Based on a true story of this unparalleled pioneer for female performers and a fan from Houston she befriended in a Texas honky-tonk, the production previews February 23, opens February 26 and runs through April 1.

Theatre at the Center Presents ALWAYS... PATSY CLINE
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2012


ALWAYS… PATSY CLINE kicks off Theatre at the Center's 2012 season.

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