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The New York Musical Theatre Festival Announces Extensions for F#@KING UP EVERYTHING and SING, BUT DON'T TELL
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 29, 2009

Due to popular demand, the following shows have added additional performances: F#@KING UP EVERYTHING - Sat, Oct 17 at 11pm SING, BUT DON'T TELL - Sun, Oct 18 at 3pm

Largest Ever Cast of 30 Announced for HURRICANE at NYMF Festival
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2009

The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) and Kellner-Avery Productions proudly present the World Premiere of HURRICANE. This epic new musical takes an all-but-forgotten moment in history and brings it to life with the largest cast in NYMF history, 30 in all. Directed by Michael Bush, HURICANE features a book by Michael Holland and Eric Bernat, and music and lyrics by Michael Holland. Performances begin September 28 at The Theatre at St. Clements.

Bartlett Sher's Acclaimed Il Barbiere di Siviglia Returns To The Met
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 24, 2009

Bartlett Sher?s hit production of Rossini?s comic masterpiece, Il Barbiere di Siviglia (?The Barber of Seville?), returns to the Met stage on October 3. Joyce DiDonato stars in the role of Rosina, with Barry Banks in his first Met performances as Count Almaviva and Rodion Pogossov in his company role debut as Figaro. John Del Carlo sings the role of Dr. Bartolo, and Orlin Anastassov makes his Met role debut as Don Basilio. Maurizio Benini conducts.

NYMF's HURRICANE Sold Out, Extends
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 23, 2009

The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) and Kellner-Avery Productions announce the addition of 2 performances to the World Premiere production of HURRICANE. This epic new musical takes an all-but-forgotten moment in history and brings it to life with the largest cast in NYMF history, 30 in all. Directed by Michael Bush, HURICANE features a book by Michael Holland and Eric Bernat, and music and lyrics by Michael Holland. After selling out its initial run, two performances have been added: Fri. Oct. 9 at 5pm and Tues. Oct. 13 at 5pm. A complete schedule is below.

NYMF Announces Extensions for ENCORE, FAT CAMP, F#@KING UP EVERYTHING & More
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 17, 2009

Due to popular demand, the following shows have added additional performances: Encore: Friday, October 2nd at 5pm Fat Camp: Friday, October 2nd at 4pm

NYMF Announces Casting For 2009 Festival, Extensions Announced for COUNT TO TEN, HURRICANE and PLAGUED
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 11, 2009

In the glory days of the movie musical, folks joked that MGM stood for 'Makes Great Musicals' and it boasted more stars than in the heavens.

Largest Ever Cast of 30 Announced for HURRICANE at NYMF Festival
by Robert Diamond - Sep 9, 2009

The New York Musical Theatre Festival (NYMF) and Kellner-Avery Productions proudly present the World Premiere of HURRICANE. This epic new musical takes an all-but-forgotten moment in history and brings it to life with the largest cast in NYMF history, 30 in all. Directed by Michael Bush, HURICANE features a book by Michael Holland and Eric Bernat, and music and lyrics by Michael Holland. Performances begin September 28 at The Theatre at St. Clements.

La Jolla Playhouse Presents HERRINGBONE With BD Wong 8/1-30 In Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Aug 30, 2009

La Jolla Playhouse is pleased to present Herringbone, book by Tom Cone, music by Skip Kennon, lyrics by Ellen Fitzhugh, directed by Roger Rees (La Jolla Playhouse's Peter and the Starcatchers), and starring Tony Award-winner BD Wong (M. Butterfly; Law & Order: SVU). Herringbone runs August 1 - 30 in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre (press opening: Friday, August 7 at 8:00 pm).

Jeff Awards Nominations Announced, Goodman Theatre Leads With 17 Noms, Ceremony 10/19
by Charlie Piane - Aug 28, 2009

The Jeff Awards have announced 179 nominations in 35 categories for Chicago Equity theatrical productions which opened between August 1, 2008, and July 31, 2009.

La Jolla Playhouse Presents HERRINGBONE With BD Wong 8/1-30 In Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2009

La Jolla Playhouse is pleased to present Herringbone, book by Tom Cone, music by Skip Kennon, lyrics by Ellen Fitzhugh, directed by Roger Rees (La Jolla Playhouse's Peter and the Starcatchers), and starring Tony Award-winner BD Wong (M. Butterfly; Law & Order: SVU). Herringbone runs August 1 - 30 in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre (press opening: Friday, August 7 at 8:00 pm).

La Jolla Playhouse Presents HERRINGBONE With BD Wong 8/1-30 In Sheila & Hughes Potiker Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 7, 2009

La Jolla Playhouse is pleased to present Herringbone, book by Tom Cone, music by Skip Kennon, lyrics by Ellen Fitzhugh, directed by Roger Rees (La Jolla Playhouse's Peter and the Starcatchers), and starring Tony Award-winner BD Wong (M. Butterfly; Law & Order: SVU). Herringbone runs August 1 - 30 in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre (press opening: Friday, August 7 at 8:00 pm).

GARDEN OF EARTHLY DELIGHTS Plans 2009/2010 Tour
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2009

Margaret Selby of CAMI Spectrum is booking an international tour of GARDEN OF EARTHLY DELIGHT for the 2009/2010 season.

Jessica Bauman's Into The Hazard (Henry 5) Runs 5/30-6/20 At Walker Space
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2009

Beginning performances on May 30, is Into the Hazard [Henry 5], a new play adapted and directed by Jessica Bauman. Adapted from William Shakespeare's 'Henry V,' this production will take place Saturday, May 30 through Saturday, June 20. Official opening set for Thursday, June 4 @ 7:00 PM.

Oregon Shakespeare Festival Announces Design Teams For 75th Anniversary Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 22, 2009

Oregon Shakespeare Festival Artistic Director Bill Rauch has put the finishing touches on the design teams for OSF's 75th anniversary year. The 2010 season was announced in March, but a few directors had not yet been announced.

RIALTO CHATTER: Letts' SUPERIOR DONUTS Seeks Bdwy Shingle
by Eddie Varley - May 12, 2009

The Chicago Tribune's Chris Jones is reporting in his 'Theater Loop', that production talks and negotiations are in an advanced stage to bring Tracy Letts' 'Superior Donuts' to Broadway in the fall, the Steppenwolf Theatre confirmed Tuesday, while insisting that no final contractual deal had been made.

Jessica Bauman's Into The Hazard (Henry 5) Runs 5/30-6/20 At Walker Space
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 8, 2009

Beginning performances on May 30, is Into the Hazard [Henry 5], a new play adapted and directed by Jessica Bauman. Adapted from William Shakespeare's 'Henry V,' this production will take place Saturday, May 30 through Saturday, June 20. Official opening set for Thursday, June 4 @ 7:00 PM.

2009 Lucille Lortel Award Winners Announced; Fela!, Our Town, Ruined, Cripple of Inishmaan Lead Pack
by Robert Diamond - May 4, 2009

Awards were handed out for 14 categories and 2 special awards are announced by the Off-Broadway League for the Lucille Lortel Awards recognizing Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway. This year?s ceremony benefits The Actors Fund. A list of nominees follows below.

16th Merit Award Honors Todd Rosenthal 4/27 At Steppenwolf
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2009

The 16th Annual Merritt Award for Excellence in Design and Collaboration program, honoring world class scenic designer Todd Rosenthal (August: Osage County), will take place on Monday, April 27, at the Steppenwolf Merle Reskin Garage Theatre. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. with a viewing of the third annual ?Theater Design Expo' showcasing the works of over 20 Chicago-area emerging theatrical designers and a student portfolio review. Martha Lavey, Artistic Director of Steppenwolf Theatre Company, will moderate an inclusive discussion, 'Moving Chicago Productions to New York and Beyond' with the awardees, Director Anna Shapiro and Joshua Schmidt, composer and librettist, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Cain's EQUIVOCATION Opens At The Oregon Shakespeare Festival On 4/18
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2009

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival will open the world premiere production of Bill Cain?s Equivocation on April 18 at 8:00 p.m. in the Angus Bowmer Theatre. The play will run through October 31.

Cain's EQUIVOCATION Opens At The Oregon Shakespeare Festival On 4/18
by Reynard Loki - Apr 10, 2009

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival will open the world premiere production of Bill Cain?s Equivocation on April 18 at 8:00 p.m. in the Angus Bowmer Theatre. The play will run through October 31.

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