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The York Theatre Company continues the Winter 2013 Musicals in Mufti Series with Hollywood Pinafore, with book & lyrics by George S. Kaufman and music by Sir Arthur Sullivan.

The York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director; Andrew Levine, Executive Producer) continues the Winter 2013 Musicals in Mufti Series with Hollywood Pinafore, with book & lyrics by George S. Kaufman and music by Sir Arthur Sullivan. Hollywood Pinafore was originally produced in 1945. Directed by Mark Kaufmann and with music direction by Beth Falcone, the cast will feature Susan Blommaert, Claybourne Elder, Jennifer Evans, Sara Jean Ford, Tom Galantich, Julie Kotarides, Dennis Parlato, Andrew Ragone, Kilty Reidy, Danny Rutigliano and Mary Stout.

Bringing together an outstanding, large cast with a world-class artistic team, Alley Theatre Artistic Director Gregory Boyd directs Aaron Sorkin's A Few Good Men. This epic production brings this captivating military courtroom drama to life. A Few Good Men runs March 1 through March 24, 2013, on the Hubbard Stage.

The BLUEBARN Theatre continues its 2012-2013 Season with A BEHANDING IN SPOKANE by Martin McDonagh, which opens tonight, February 21st and runs through Saturday March 16th. BLUEBARN founding member Kevin Lawler directs, with scenic design by Martin Scott Marchitto, costumes by Jennifer Pool, lighting design by Bill Van Deest, sound design by Martin Magnuson, and properties design by Amy Reiner.

The BLUEBARN Theatre continues its 2012-2013 Season with A BEHANDING IN SPOKANE by Martin McDonagh, which opens Thursday February 21st and runs through Saturday March 16th. BLUEBARN founding member Kevin Lawler directs, with scenic design by Martin Scott Marchitto, costumes by Jennifer Pool, lighting design by Bill Van Deest, sound design by Martin Magnuson, and properties design by Amy Reiner.

For the first time in its 20-year history, Chicken Soup for the Soul is releasing a one-of-a-kind tribute book composed of stories and recollections honoring a single individual. All 101 contributors to Chicken Soup for the Soul: Billy Graham & Me (978-1611599053, $24.95) recognize Mr. Graham's unique ability to inspire leaders from diverse disciplines and faiths, all sharing their respect and appreciation for the evangelist's extraordinary influence over the last six decades.

York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director; Andrew Levine, Executive Director) has announced principal casting for the remaining three musicals in its Winter 2013 Musicals in Mufti Series: Hollywood Pinafore (March 1-3, 2013), Happy Hunting (March 15-17, 2013), and Silk Stockings (March 22-24, 2013) at York Theatre Company at its home in Saint Peter's (Entrance on East 54th Street, just east of Lexington Avenue).

The cast and creative team of The Phantom of the Opera celebrated 25 Years on Broadway with a Gala Performance at the Majestic Theatre in New York City on Saturday night, January 26. BroadwayWorld was there for the after party and you can check out full photo coverage below!

Mad Cow Theatre has announced the cast for August: Osage County by Tracy Letts in The Harriett Theatre at Mad Cow's new home at 54 West Church Street.

The Tokens are the doo-wop-style vocal group from Brooklyn, New York that is known best for it's chart-soaring #1 single, 'The Lion Sleeps Tonight.' The Tokens members Mitch Margo, Phil Margo and Noah Margo have penned a new musical comedy titled, "Oh, My Goddess." The New York City reading will be presented Friday, October 26th.

For anyone who's looked at the night sky and felt seemingly alone yet utterly connected, there's Poems & Moon Songs. Presented by Libra Theater Company (2012 IT Award, "Outstanding Original Music"), Poems & Moon Songs is a journey through the soaring melodies and sharp style of rising composer Will Reynolds (The Greenwood Tree), linking his singular lyrical voice with some of the greatest poets of all time.

The White Plains Performing Arts Center (WPPAC) has announced the cast of the New York Regional Premiere of AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY by Tracy Letts.

White Plains Performing Arts Center will present the New York Regional Premiere of AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award Winning Play by Tracy Letts.

The White Plains Performing Arts Center (WPPAC) has announced the cast of the New York Regional Premiere of AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY by Tracy Letts.

There are roles that come along that are opportunities of a lifetime and Violet Weston is one of them.

The Weston family has the uncanny ability of making each other absolutely miserable.

The Omaha Community Playhouse (OCP) presents August: Osage County tonight, Aug. 17- Sept. 16, 2012. Get a first look at the cast below!