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Los Angeles's Antaeus Company to Present Double-Cast KING LEAR, 6/26-8/8
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2010


The Antaeus Company, Los Angeles's classical theater ensemble, will open ClassicsFest 2010 with King Lear, its first full production of a Shakespeare play. Bart DeLorenzo will direct King Lear with renowned scholar, actor, and Antaeus founding artistic director Dakin Matthews and Broadway veteran/three-time Tony nominee Harry Groener heading two fully double-cast ensembles. Two gala openings, one with each cast, will take place on Saturday, June 26 at 8 pm and Sunday, June 27 at 4 pm, with performances continuing through August 8 at Antaeus' interim home, Deaf West Theatre in the NoHo Arts District. Low-priced previews will begin June 12.

IFC Acquires 'Freaks and Geeks,' 'Undeclared'; 'Geeks' Premieres 7/2
by BWW News Desk - Jul 2, 2010


Continuing to build on its strategy of showcasing 'slightly off' comedies that appeal to its young male audience, IFC announced today it has acquired the complete series of Judd Apatow's Emmy(R)-winning high school comedy 'Freaks and Geeks' (18 episodes) and college spinoff 'Undeclared' (17 episodes) from Paramount Pictures Corporation. These two cult TV hits helped launch the careers of Jay Baruchel, Jenna Fischer, James Franco, Seth Rogen and Jason Segel, among other young stars. 'Freaks and Geeks' will premiere on IFC on Friday, July 2 at 11 pm, et/pt, and encore on Mondays at 11 pm and Sundays at 10 pm. 'Undeclared' will debut on IFC this fall. A previously unaired episode of 'Undeclared' will make its U.S. television debut on IFC.

IFC Acquires Freaks and Geeks And Undeclared
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 30, 2010


Continuing to build on its strategy of showcasing 'slightly off' comedies that appeal to its young male audience, IFC announced today it has acquired the complete series of Judd Apatow's Emmy(R)-winning high school comedy 'Freaks and Geeks' (18 episodes) and college spinoff 'Undeclared' (17 episodes) from Paramount Pictures Corporation.

IFC Acquires 'Freaks and Geeks,' 'Undeclared'; 'Geeks' Premieres 7/2
by Nicolas Coburn - Jun 30, 2010


Continuing to build on its strategy of showcasing 'slightly off' comedies that appeal to its young male audience, IFC announced today it has acquired the complete series of Judd Apatow's Emmy(R)-winning high school comedy 'Freaks and Geeks' (18 episodes) and college spinoff 'Undeclared' (17 episodes) from Paramount Pictures Corporation. These two cult TV hits helped launch the careers of Jay Baruchel, Jenna Fischer, James Franco, Seth Rogen and Jason Segel, among other young stars. 'Freaks and Geeks' will premiere on IFC on Friday, July 2 at 11 pm, et/pt, and encore on Mondays at 11 pm and Sundays at 10 pm. 'Undeclared' will debut on IFC this fall. A previously unaired episode of 'Undeclared' will make its U.S. television debut on IFC.

Los Angeles's Antaeus Company to Present Double-Cast KING LEAR
by BWW News Desk - Jun 26, 2010


The Antaeus Company, Los Angeles's classical theater ensemble, will open ClassicsFest 2010 with King Lear, its first full production of a Shakespeare play. Bart DeLorenzo will direct King Lear with renowned scholar, actor, and Antaeus founding artistic director Dakin Matthews and Broadway veteran/three-time Tony nominee Harry Groener heading two fully double-cast ensembles.

Los Angeles's Antaeus Company to Present Double-Cast KING LEAR, 6/24-8/8
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 16, 2010


The Antaeus Company, Los Angeles's classical theater ensemble, will open ClassicsFest 2010 with King Lear, its first full production of a Shakespeare play. Bart DeLorenzo will direct King Lear with renowned scholar, actor, and Antaeus founding artistic director Dakin Matthews and Broadway veteran/three-time Tony nominee Harry Groener heading two fully double-cast ensembles.

Los Angeles's Antaeus Company to Present Double-Cast KING LEAR, 6/26-8/8
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 2010


The Antaeus Company, Los Angeles's classical theater ensemble, will open ClassicsFest 2010 with King Lear, its first full production of a Shakespeare play. Bart DeLorenzo will direct King Lear with renowned scholar, actor, and Antaeus founding artistic director Dakin Matthews and Broadway veteran/three-time Tony nominee Harry Groener heading two fully double-cast ensembles. Two gala openings, one with each cast, will take place on Saturday, June 26 at 8 pm and Sunday, June 27 at 4 pm, with performances continuing through August 8 at Antaeus' interim home, Deaf West Theatre in the NoHo Arts District. Low-priced previews will begin June 12.

Strawdog Concludes Season with Brecht's THE GOOD SOUL OF SZECHUAN 4/25-5/29
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2010


Strawdog Theatre Company concludes their 22nd season with Bertolt Brecht's classic The Good Soul of Szechuan, translated by David Harrower, directed by Strawdog Artistic Associate Shade Murray, April 25 - May 29 at Strawdog Theater, 3829 N. Broadway Street.

Los Angeles's Antaeus Company to Present Double-Cast KING LEAR, 6/26-8/8
by Abigail Arnold - May 18, 2010


The Antaeus Company, Los Angeles's classical theater ensemble, will open ClassicsFest 2010 with King Lear, its first full production of a Shakespeare play. Bart DeLorenzo will direct King Lear with renowned scholar, actor, and Antaeus founding artistic director Dakin Matthews and Broadway veteran/three-time Tony nominee Harry Groener heading two fully double-cast ensembles. Two gala openings, one with each cast, will take place on Saturday, June 26 at 8 pm and Sunday, June 27 at 4 pm, with performances continuing through August 8 at Antaeus' interim home, Deaf West Theatre in the NoHo Arts District. Low-priced previews will begin June 12.

Strawdog Concludes Season with Brecht's THE GOOD SOUL OF SZECHUAN 4/25-5/29
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2010


Strawdog Theatre Company concludes their 22nd season with Bertolt Brecht's classic The Good Soul of Szechuan, translated by David Harrower, directed by Strawdog Artistic Associate Shade Murray, April 25 - May 29 at Strawdog Theater, 3829 N. Broadway Street.

FOX Talent To 'Green It. Mean It.' During Earth Day Campaign
by Charlie Piane - Apr 16, 2010


As part of Fox Broadcasting Company's annual 'Green It. Mean It.' campaign, an initiative designed to raise both viewer and employee awareness of environmental concerns, talent from FOX series will appear in network and affiliate on-air promos, as well as online at fox.com/earthday, to offer viewers 'Green Tips' on how to help and get involved with environmental issues. The tips will also be provided to more than 2,000 radio stations for their use during all day parts throughout April.

Strawdog Concludes Season with Brecht's THE GOOD SOUL OF SZECHUAN 4/25-5/29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 24, 2010


Strawdog Theatre Company concludes their 22nd season with Bertolt Brecht's classic The Good Soul of Szechuan, translated by David Harrower, directed by Strawdog Artistic Associate Shade Murray, April 25 - May 29 at Strawdog Theater, 3829 N. Broadway Street.

Piven Theatre Presents Two By Pinter: The Lover and The Collection Oct 10 - Nov 15
by BWW News Desk - Nov 15, 2009


Piven Theatre Workshop kicks off its 2009-10 season with Two by Pinter: The Lover and The Collection, directed by Artistic Director Emeritus Joyce Piven. The productions will run October 10 - November 15, 2009 at Piven Theatre Workshop, 927 Noyes Street in Evanston, IL.

Piven Theatre Oresents Two By Pinter: The Lover and The Collection Oct 10 - Nov 15
by BWW News Desk - Nov 15, 2009


Piven Theatre Workshop kicks off its 2009-10 season with Two by Pinter: The Lover and The Collection, directed by Artistic Director Emeritus Joyce Piven. The productions will run October 10 - November 15, 2009 at Piven Theatre Workshop, 927 Noyes Street in Evanston, IL.

Photo Flash: Goodman Theatre's A CHRISTMAS CAROL In Rehearsal
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 13, 2009


Acclaimed Chicago actor Larry Yando commands the stage as Scrooge in A Christmas Carol, 'Goodman Theatre's annual Christmas gift to Chicago' (Daily Herald) for over three decades. In his 17th year with A Christmas Carol, Chicago actor/director William Brown stages the production hailed as 'a joyous present for the entire family' (Chicago Sun-Times) and 'ideal family fare, both heartwarming and spectacular in its familiar tale' (Chicago Tribune).

Piven Theatre Presents Two By Pinter: The Lover and The Collection Oct 10 - Nov 15
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2009


Piven Theatre Workshop kicks off its 2009-10 season with Two by Pinter: The Lover and The Collection, directed by Artistic Director Emeritus Joyce Piven. The productions will run October 10 - November 15, 2009 at Piven Theatre Workshop, 927 Noyes Street in Evanston, IL.

Piven Theatre Oresents Two By Pinter: The Lover and The Collection Oct 10 - Nov 15
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2009


Piven Theatre Workshop kicks off its 2009-10 season with Two by Pinter: The Lover and The Collection, directed by Artistic Director Emeritus Joyce Piven. The productions will run October 10 - November 15, 2009 at Piven Theatre Workshop, 927 Noyes Street in Evanston, IL.

Piven Theatre Presents Two By Pinter: The Lover and The Collection Oct 10 - Nov 15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 24, 2009


Piven Theatre Workshop kicks off its 2009-10 season with Two by Pinter: The Lover and The Collection, directed by Artistic Director Emeritus Joyce Piven. The productions will run October 10 - November 15, 2009 at Piven Theatre Workshop, 927 Noyes Street in Evanston, IL.

Piven Theatre Oresents Two By Pinter: The Lover and The Collection Oct 10 - Nov 15
by Robert Diamond - Sep 8, 2009


Piven Theatre Workshop kicks off its 2009-10 season with Two by Pinter: The Lover and The Collection, directed by Artistic Director Emeritus Joyce Piven. The productions will run October 10 - November 15, 2009 at Piven Theatre Workshop, 927 Noyes Street in Evanston, IL.

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