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Film Society of Lincoln Center to Present 2015 Rendez-Vous with French Cinema
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 2, 2015


The 20th Anniversary of Rendez-Vous with French Cinema, the Film Society of Lincoln Center and UniFrance films' celebrated annual showcase of the best in contemporary French film, sweeps across screens at the Film Society of Lincoln Center, the IFC Center, and BAMcinematek, March 6-15.

In the Spirit Premieres SONGS OF MILAREPA by Philip Glass Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2013


Under the artistic direction of Philip Glass, In the Spirit features an extraordinary array of acclaimed musicians to celebrate the great spiritual and cultural traditions stretching from Tibet and China to Africa, the Middle East, and the West.

In the Spirit to Premiere SONGS OF MILAREPA by Philip Glass, 10/24
by Arielle Ozery - Oct 21, 2013


Under the artistic direction of Philip Glass, In the Spirit features an extraordinary array of acclaimed musicians to celebrate the great spiritual and cultural traditions stretching from Tibet and China to Africa, the Middle East, and the West.

First Trailer For Watts & Wright In Hampton's ADORE
by Pat Cerasaro - Jun 26, 2013


Acclaimed actresses Naomi Watts and Robin Wright team up with director Anne Fontaine for a new feature film from the Academy Award- and Tony Award-winning playwright and screenwriter Christopher Hampton, ADORE. Based on the novel by Doris Lessing, ADORE also showcases young stars Ben Mendelsohn and Xavier Samuel in addition to Watts and Wright.

The Tabard Theatre Presents THE DUKE IN DARKNESS, Beginning April 16
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 28, 2013


Patrick Hamilton's The Duke in Darkness will be presented at The Tabard Theatre from 16 April to 11 May 2013. In a new version adapted by Orlando Wells, this production will mark the first time Hamilton's 'lost' play returns to the London stage in over 60 years. The production will be directed by Phoebe Barran.

VIDEO: First Look - Naomi Watts Featured in TWO MOTHERS Int'l Trailer
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 15, 2013


An all-new international trailer has been released for TWO MOTHERS, which will be released in France this April. The film stars Naomi Watts and Robin Wright. Get a first look below!

Vox Theater to Premiere THE RELUCTANT LESBIAN at FringeNYC, 8/10-19
by BWW News Desk - Aug 10, 2012


In a theater season dominated by color blind casting controversies, The Reluctant Lesbian, premiering at the 2012 New York International Fringe Festival and produced by Vox Theater, has embraced the challenges that race can create in developing new plays. Performances begin at the Cherry Lane Studio (38 Commerce Street) on Friday, August 10.

Vox Theater to Premiere THE RELUCTANT LESBIAN at FringeNYC, 8/10-19
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2012


In a theater season dominated by color blind casting controversies, The Reluctant Lesbian, premiering at the 2012 New York International Fringe Festival and produced by Vox Theater, has embraced the challenges that race can create in developing new plays. Performances begin at the Cherry Lane Studio (38 Commerce Street) on Friday, August 10.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt to Star, Direct DON JON'S ADDICTION
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 19, 2012


Remstar Films is pleased to announce that is has acquired Canadian rights for DON JON'S ADDICTION written and directed by Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and TWO MOTHERS written by Academy-Award winner Christopher Hampton and directed by Anne Fontaine. These new acquisitions are expected to be released in 2013.

The Workshop Theater Co Presents KINGS: THE SIEGE OF TROY, Closes 4/3
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2011


'KINGS: THE SIEGE OF TROY'- Three theaters team up to present new stage version of 'The Iliad of Homer, Books I & II' as adapted by famed English poet Christopher Logue. Production is adapted for the stage and directed by Jim Milton.

The Workshop Theater Co Presents KINGS: THE SIEGE OF TROY, Previewing 3/10
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2011


'KINGS: THE SIEGE OF TROY'- Three theaters team up to present new stage version of 'The Iliad of Homer, Books I & II' as adapted by famed English poet Christopher Logue. Production is adapted for the stage and directed by Jim Milton.

The Workshop Theater Co Presents KINGS: THE SIEGE OF TROY; Previews Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 10, 2011


'KINGS: THE SIEGE OF TROY'- Three theaters team up to present new stage version of 'The Iliad of Homer, Books I & II' as adapted by famed English poet Christopher Logue. Production is adapted for the stage and directed by Jim Milton.

The Workshop Theater Co Presents KINGS: THE SIEGE OF TROY
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 10, 2011


'KINGS: THE SIEGE OF TROY'- Three theaters team up to present new stage version of 'The Iliad of Homer, Books I & II' as adapted by famed English poet Christopher Logue. Production is adapted for the stage and directed by Jim Milton.

FIAF Presents Sami Frey in Beckett's PREMIER AMOUR, 4/9 & 4/10
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2010


The French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF), New York's premiere French cultural center, will welcome esteemed French actor and comedian Sami Frey in Samuel Beckett's acclaimed work, Premier Amour. On April 9 and 10, Frey will inhabit Beckett's poetry and wit for two nights only of special performances.

FIAF Presents Sami Frey in Beckett's PREMIER AMOUR, 4/9 & 4/10
by BWW News Desk - Apr 9, 2010


The French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF), New York's premiere French cultural center, will welcome esteemed French actor and comedian Sami Frey in Samuel Beckett's acclaimed work, Premier Amour. On April 9 and 10, Frey will inhabit Beckett's poetry and wit for two nights only of special performances.

FIAF Presents Sami Frey in Beckett's PREMIER AMOUR, 4/9 & 4/10
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2010


The French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF), New York's premiere French cultural center, will welcome esteemed French actor and comedian Sami Frey in Samuel Beckett's acclaimed work, Premier Amour. On April 9 and 10, Frey will inhabit Beckett's poetry and wit for two nights only of special performances.

Life of Walt Disney Chosen as Philip Glass NYC Opera Commission
by Robert Diamond - Sep 29, 2008


Following a meeting of New York City Opera's Board of Directors, Gerard Mortier, General Manager Designate today announced that City Opera is commissioning Philip Glass to compose a new opera, The Perfect American which imaginatively explores the life and career of Walt Disney

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