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Melissa James Gibson's THIS Extends Through January 3, 2010

Following critical acclaim and popular demand, Playwrights Horizons (Tim Sanford, Artistic Director; Leslie Marcus, Managing Director) has announced a three-week extension for the World Premiere of THIS, the new play by Obie Award winner Melissa James Gibson (Suitcase, [sic]). Directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin ([sic], eight seasons as Artistic Director of Soho Rep), the production opened Wednesday, December 2. Originally set to run through Sunday, December 13, the limited engagement will now play through Sunday, January 3, 2010 at the theater company's Mainstage Theater (416 West 42nd Street). This date represents the latest extension possible for the show.

Spike Lee's PASSING STRANGE Gets PBS Broadcast, 1/13

The show universally applauded for its originality, deep emotional resonance, and powerful, high-octane score, makes its broadcast debut on THIRTEEN'S Great Performances on PBS. Passing Strange, the Spike Lee-directed film featuring the award-winning Broadway rock musical of the same title, will air in primetime on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at 9 p.m. EST (check local listings).

ALTAR BOYZ Visit Queens St. Mary's Children's Hospital 12/23

Ken Davenport and Robyn Goodman announced that the cast of Altar Boyz, the acclaimed musical comedy at New World Stages, will perform holiday tunes for the young patients at St Mary's Children's Hospital in Bayside, Queens (NY) on Tuesday December 23rd. Anne Craig of 'Good Day NY' will be on hand to broadcast live.

The New York Times' Brantley & Isherwood Reveal Top Picks of 2009

Famed New York Times theater critics Ben Brantley and Charles Isherwood have revealed their top picks for 2009. The Norman Conquests and the Emperor Jones came out on top, making both lists. See below for their top ten recommendations.

CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION Returns to Playwrights Horizons, 12/15

Following an acclaimed original sold-out run, Playwrights Horizons (Tim Sanford, Artistic Director; Leslie Marcus, Managing Director) proudly announces a limited return engagement of the company's recent World Premiere production of CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION, the new hit play by Annie Baker ('An original voice' - Daily News; 'A playwright to know' - Newsday). Directed by Sam Gold ('A magic-fingered director' - Variety; 'An uncommonly observant eye and ear' - The New York Times), the original engagement opened Tuesday, October 13 to across-the-board rave reviews and was ultimately extended twice by critical and audience demand through Saturday, November 21. The return limited engagement will begin performances Tuesday, December 15 at Playwrights Horizons' Peter Jay Sharp Theater with tickets on sale through Sunday, January 17, 2010.

Cullum, Domingo and Hicks Lead Kander and Ebb's THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS, Opening 3/10

John Cullum, Colman Domingo and more have been announced for the upcoming production of THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS by the acclaimed Broadway composing team Kander and Ebb. The production will take place at the Vineyard Theatre off-Broadway and begins previews February 12th with an official opening date of March 10th.

Mara Davi, Sean Dugan, Donna Lynne Champlin Star In Shaw's WHY SHE WOULD NOT 12/14

Gingold Theatrical Group makes history as the first company to present every play (including full-length works, one-acts and sketches) written by George Bernard Shaw with its 44th PROJECT SHAW presentation, WHY SHE WOULD NOT -- the author's final and unfinished play -- on Monday, December 14 at 7pm at The Players Club (16 Gramercy Park South) in Manhattan. David Staller, who has produced and directed all of the Project Shaw readings during its initial four-year series, is set to direct.

Horse Trade Theater Group 'Encores' 1/6-13/2010 At The Kraine

Horse Trade Theater Group brings back full performances of the critically acclaimed Hostage Song, The Pumpkin Pie Show: commencement, and Radiotheatre's Frankenstein for a limited engagement as part of the Association of Performing Arts Presenters Conference.

TENNESSEE WILLIAMS ON STAGE AND SCREEN Panel Set with Burstyn, Howard and Stritch, 12/9

A panel discussion on the theatre and film works of Tennessee Williams will feature actors Ellen Burstyn, Bryce Dallas Howard, Jodie Markell, Elaine Stritch, and Eli Wallach. Burstyn and Howard are set to star in the newly discovered 'The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond' screenplay by Williams. The film is directed by Markell.

Melissa James Gibson's THIS Extends Through January 3, 2010

Following critical acclaim and popular demand, Playwrights Horizons (Tim Sanford, Artistic Director; Leslie Marcus, Managing Director) has announced a three-week extension for the World Premiere of THIS, the new play by Obie Award winner Melissa James Gibson (Suitcase, [sic]). Directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin ([sic], eight seasons as Artistic Director of Soho Rep), the production opened Wednesday, December 2. Originally set to run through Sunday, December 13, the limited engagement will now play through Sunday, January 3, 2010 at the theater company's Mainstage Theater (416 West 42nd Street). This date represents the latest extension possible for the show.

The Living Theatre Presents RED NOIR 12/7-1/30/2010

The Living Theatre, the oldest experimental theatre group still producing in the United States, continues its 2009-10 season with world-premiere of Anne Waldman's RED NOIR. Directed by Judith Malina

The Living Theatre Presents RED NOIR 12/7-1/30/2010

The Living Theatre, the oldest experimental theatre group still producing in the United States, continues its 2009-10 season with world-premiere of Anne Waldman's RED NOIR. Directed by Judith Malina

Cody, Hanes, Schecter and More Lead Paper Mill Playhouse's ON THE TOWN

Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Artistic Director, Mark W. Jones-Executive Director) is proud to announce casting for On the Town. Directed by Bill Berry with choreography by Patti Colombo, On the Town will run at the Millburn theater from November 11 through December 6, 2009. On the Town is generously supported by a gift from The Ferolito Family.

Second Stage Theater's LET ME DOWN EASY Extends Through 12/6

Second Stage Theatre is pleased to announce that the critically acclaimed production of Anna Deavere Smith's LET ME DOWN EASY, has extended four weeks, through December 6. Conceived, written, and performed by Ms. Smith and directed by Leonard Foglia, LET ME DOWN EASY opened on Wednesday, October 7 and was originally scheduled to run through November 8.

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