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Paul Gross, one of Canada's acclaimed actors, leads the cast of Are You There, McPhee? a world premiere by John Guare at McCarter Theatre Center. Directed by Sam Buntrock, the production runs now through June 3, 2012.

Paul Gross, one of Canada's acclaimed actors, leads the cast of Are You There, McPhee? a world premiere by John Guare at McCarter Theatre Center. Directed by Sam Buntrock, the production runs tonight, May 4 through June 3, 2012. (Opening Night: Friday, May 11.)

Paul Gross, one of Canada's acclaimed actors, will lead the cast of Are You There, McPhee? a world premiere by John Guare at McCarter Theatre Center. Directed by Sam Buntrock, the production will run from May 4 through June 3, 2012. (Opening Night: Friday, May 11.)

Drama League Directors Project 2011 begins August 22 with its annual weeklong Summer Retreat in the Berkshires.

Today Les Waters, the associate artistic director of Berkeley Repertory Theatre, launches another new play in New York. As part of Clubbed Thumb's 2010 Summerworks Festival, the Obie Award-winning director is staging the world premiere of a comedy written by a Berkeley native: THE SMALL by Anne Washburn plays for only six performances at the Ohio Theatre in Soho from June 20 - 26. Waters previously directed the off-Broadway production of Washburn's Apparition.

Obie Award-winning Clubbed Thumb proudly presents Summerworks 2010, their 15th annual festival of new plays, from June 2 to 26, 2010, at the Ohio Theatre, located at 66 Wooster Street, between Spring & Broome, in Soho, NY.

Today Les Waters, the associate artistic director of Berkeley Repertory Theatre, launches another new play in New York. As part of Clubbed Thumb's 2010 Summerworks Festival, the Obie Award-winning director is staging the world premiere of a comedy written by a Berkeley native: THE SMALL by Anne Washburn plays for only six performances at the Ohio Theatre in Soho from June 20 - 26. Waters previously directed the off-Broadway production of Washburn's Apparition.

Obie Award-winning Clubbed Thumb proudly presents Summerworks 2010, their 15th annual festival of new plays, from June 2 to 26, 2010, at the Ohio Theatre, located at 66 Wooster Street, between Spring & Broome, in Soho, NY.

Obie Award-winning Clubbed Thumb proudly presents Summerworks 2010, their 15th annual festival of new plays, from June 2 to 26, 2010, at the Ohio Theatre, located at 66 Wooster Street, between Spring & Broome, in Soho, NY.

Following a trip Powell took to New England, a story began to emerge centered around a lighthouse, and up-and-coming young playwright Kyle Jarrow, already an Obie winner for A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant, signed on to create the book. BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you Kyle's exclusive WHISPER HOUSE Blog following the show from it's inception through the tentatively scheduled Broadway Production in 2010, now continue the journey with Kyle to WHISPER HOUSE!The Origins of Whisper House

Casting has just been announced for Vassar & New York Stage and Film Powerhouse Theater's three musicals of the 25th anniversary season.

Following a trip Powell took to New England, a story began to emerge centered around a lighthouse, and up-and-coming young playwright Kyle Jarrow, already an Obie winner for A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant, signed on to create the book. BroadwayWorld is excited to bring you Kyle's exclusive WHISPER HOUSE Blog following the show from it's inception through the tentatively scheduled Broadway Production in 2010, now continue the journey with Kyle to WHISPER HOUSE!The Origins of Whisper House

Manhattan Theatre Club's production of Itamar Moses' 'The Four Of Us' closes May 18th.

Manhattan Theatre Club's critically acclaimed production of Itamar Moses' THE FOUR OF US has extended its limited engagement by popular demand through Sunday, May 18 at New York City Center - Stage II (131 West 55th Street).

From the pen of young playwright Itamar Moses, helmed by young director Pam MacKinnon and interpreted by young actors Michael Esper and Gideon Banner - MTC presents 'The Four Of Us' - a story of male companionship that reverberates for audiences young and old! Banner and Esper discuss their amiable characters in this delightful new comedic drama that shines a soft blue light on the intimacy and fragility of friendship...

Manhattan Theatre Club's production of Itamar Moses' The Four Of Us officially opened last night, Tuesday, March 25 at New York City Center - Stage II (131 West 55th Street). The production began previews on Thursday, March 6. Directed by Pam MacKinnon (Peter and Jerry, Bach at Leipzig), the two-person cast features Gideon Banner and Michael Esper. When Benjamin's (Banner) first novel vaults him into literary stardom, his friend David (Esper), a struggling playwright, is thrilled for his newfound success...or is he? Should Benjamin help David by using his new connections? Can David even expect such favors from his friend? And, most importantly, who should pay for lunch? The Four Of Us is a poignant new play about friendship and memory, the gap between our stories and our lives, and what happens when your dreams come true - for your best friend. The creative team for The Four Of Us includes David Zinn (scenic and costume design), Russell H. Champa (lighting design), and Daniel Baker (sound design). Itamar Moses' The Four Of Us was named 'Outstanding New Play' at the 2008 San Diego Critics Circle Awards. Tickets for The Four Of Us are available by calling CityTix at (212) 581-1212, online at NYCityCenter.org, or in person at the New York City Center box office (131 West 55th Street, between 6th and 7th Avenue). Tickets are $50.00. Group and student rates are also available. For group ticket information, call (212) 399-3000 x 4132. Student tickets are $25 and will be on sale for all performances based on availability on the day of the performance, up to one hour before showtime. Call (212) 581-1212 for further information. MTC at New York City Center is accessible to people with disabilities and is equipped with a hearing augmentation system. For information on how to subscribe please visit www.ManhattanTheatreClub.com

Manhattan Theatre Club's production of Itamar Moses' THE FOUR OF US officially opens tonight, Tuesday, March 25 at New York City Center - Stage II (131 West 55th Street). The production began previews on Thursday, March 6.

Manhattan Theatre Club presents Itamar Moses' The Four Of Us, directed by Pam MacKinnon.

Manhattan Theatre Club's production of Itamar Moses' The Four of Us begins Thursday, March 6 at New York City Center - Stage II (131 West 55th Street). The limited engagement will officially open Tuesday, March 25.

Manhattan Theatre Club's production of Itamar Moses' The Four of Us will begin previews Thursday, March 6 and open on Tuesday, March 25 at Manhattan Theatre Club at New York City Center - Stage II. Directed by Pam MacKinnon, the two-person cast will feature Gideon Banner and Michael Esper.