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The New Jersey Repertory Company, located at 179 Broadway in Long Branch, is proud to present the National New Play Network rolling world premiere of Zayd Dohrn's SICK, February 12 through March 15.

The New Jersey Repertory Company, located at 179 Broadway in Long Branch, is proud to present the National New Play Network rolling world premiere of Zayd Dohrn's SICK, February 12 through March 15.

Luna Stage begins its 16th theatrical season with the World Premiere of Fair and Decent by Thomas H. Diggs, to be directed by Luna Stage Artistic Director, Jane Mandel. Fair and Decent, a political comedy/drama, is set in 1980 at the dawn of the Reagan presidency. It begins in a Washington think tank as the insiders there excitedly prepare to influence the new administration. The play's historical context revolves around the effort to do away with the Fairness Doctrine, an FCC policy requiring holders of broadcast licenses to present contrasting viewpoints on controversial issues of public importance.

'The Bully Pulpit' a new play written and performed by Michael O. Smith begins performances on April 29th. Taking place on Teddy's 60th birthday, surrounded by mementos of his adventures as a rancher, Rough Rider, naturalist and President, Roosevelt re-examines the events of his colorful life from humorous and characteristically blunt perspective.

The South Ark Stage announces the Off-Broadway premiere of THE BULLY PULPIT, a new play about the extraordinary life and turbulent times of Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt, our 26th president.

Luna Stage, one of New Jersey's premiere theatres, revisits 'The Man in Room 306,' written and performed by Craig Alan Edwards. The play had its world premiere at Luna in 1995 and was met with stunning reviews. Scheduled to open April 3, on the eve of the fortieth anniversary of Dr. King's death, the production will run through May 4, 2008. Luna Stage is delighted to have the support of The National Civil Rights Museum for this production. The museum is housed in Memphis' historic Lorraine Motel, the site of Dr. King's assassination.

Engaging Shaw makes its New Jersey premiere March 13 through April 13 at New Jersey Repertory Company, 179 Broadway in Long Branch. For tickets and information call 732-229-3166.