Ed Sala News

There is no reason to be bored or at home during Spring as Adelaide blooms an entire nursery worth of shows to be seen. Unable to highlight all of them due to the large volume of high quality productions on offer, here are just a few highlights of what to catch over the coming months in Adelaide.

Moving into the second season in its expanded campus, Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has updated the culinary options available to patrons in the venue. The upper lobby-level dining area has become Catwalk Café. This casual self-service café, along with its adjoining bar and the main lobby-level concessions, will continue to be operated by Ridgewells Catering, who ran the café launched during the inaugural season in the Mead Center: Next Stage Café by José Andrés.

Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the smash hit Broadway musical, returns by popular demand for another record-setting engagement. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of more than 35 million people worldwide. This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers including 'Be Our Guest' and the beloved title song. Experience the romance and enchantment of Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at The Morris

Tyler Perry, the No. 1 urban playwright in the country, has created another new entertaining live stage play, 'THE HAVES AND THE HAVE NOTS.' You won't want to miss this must-see event! Tyler Perry is not performing in this show, which will be presented at the Morris Performing Arts Center on October 4, 2011 at 7:30 PM. Tickets go on sale to the public on Monday, August 8 at 10:00 AM.

Sheryl Crow will perform at the Morris Performing Arts Center on August 17, 2011 at 8 PM.

Chicago Dramatists, 1105 W. Chicago Ave., is proud to announce that Meghan Beals McCarthy has been hired as the theatre's new Associate Artistic Director. A director, dramaturg, arts administrator, and Associate Artist with Chicago Dramatists for several years, McCarthy was chosen after a nationwide search of over 80 applicants for the position. She will assume her position August 15.

Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants Inc. (LEYE) has even more to celebrate during its 40th anniversary year.

Enjoy the eclectic sounds of live jazz music, fine wines and local fresh fare amid the spectacular spring splendor of Longwood Gardens when the horticultural showplace hosts the fifth annual Longwood Gardens Wine & Jazz Festival, Saturday, June 4, from 12-5:30 pm.

Enjoy the eclectic sounds of live jazz music, fine wines and local fresh fare amid the spectacular spring splendor of Longwood Gardens when the horticultural showplace hosts the fifth annual Longwood Gardens Wine & Jazz Festival, Saturday, June 4, from 12-5:30 pm.

First Stage's 2011 Wine Dinner, featuring the wines, culture and cuisine of Argentina, will be held Friday, May 6, 2011 from 6:30 - 10:30 p.m. at Westmoor Country Club located at 400 South Moorland Road in Brookfield.

First Stage's 2011 Wine Dinner, featuring the wines, culture and cuisine of Argentina, will be held Friday, May 6, 2011 from 6:30 - 10:30 p.m. at Westmoor Country Club located at 400 South Moorland Road in Brookfield.

THEATRE LAWRENCE proudly announces the lineup for its 35th season of shows.

First Stage's 2011 Wine Dinner, featuring the wines, culture and cuisine of Argentina, will be held Friday, May 6, 2011 from 6:30 - 10:30 p.m. at Westmoor Country Club located at 400 South Moorland Road in Brookfield.

THEATRE LAWRENCE proudly announces the lineup for its 35th season of shows.

On Sunday mornings from 10:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace, 100 Drury Lane, features a lavish brunch that diners of all ages will enjoy. Over 1,200 people enjoy the delectable family-friendly brunch each week, known for its expansive selection, attentive staff and elegant setting.

Auditions for Bloody Murder at the Billings Studio Theatre will be held March 13 & 14, 2011 at 7:00pm. The show is written by Ed Sala, and will be directed by Dave Kinnard. Performance dates are May 6 - 21, 2011.

Auditions for Bloody Murder at the Billings Studio Theatre will be held March 13 & 14, 2011 at 7:00pm. The show is written by Ed Sala, and will be directed by Dave Kinnard. Performance dates are May 6 - 21, 2011.

2010 MAC Award Nominee Joshua Warr is launching his new production company this year and is celebrating with a star-studded concert fundraising event with more than a few tricks in the bag. A dazzling assortment of the best and brightest talent from Broadway, Cabaret, Dance and Magic unite to celebrate the start-up of Art of Warr Productions.

2010 MAC Award Nominee Joshua Warr is launching his new production company this year and is celebrating with a star-studded concert fundraising event with more than a few tricks in the bag. A dazzling assortment of the best and brightest talent from Broadway, Cabaret, Dance and Magic unite to celebrate the start-up of Art of Warr Productions.