Hershey Felder Presents JAMAICA FAREWELL at Royal George Theatre
by Tyler Peterson
- Jul 6, 2015
Continuing to bring exciting stories and new productions to beloved Chicago audiences, 'Hershey Felder Presents' (George Gershwin Alone, Maestro Bernstein, The Pianist of Willesden Lane, Louis and Keely 'Live' at the Sahara) now brings a brand new production of the award-winning and internationally acclaimed play JAMAICA FAREWELL, written and performed by Debra Ehrhardt and directed by Joel Zwick, to Chicago's Royal George Theatre. Based on her true life story, writer-performer Ehrhardt's JAMAICA FAREWELL chronicles her escape from revolution-torn Jamaica in the 1970's to fulfill her lifelong dream of coming to America. Performances begin at Chicago's Royal George Theatre 1641 North Halsted, 60614, on Tuesday September 8, and continue through Sunday October 11th in a strictly limited engagement. All tickets are $50 for all performances.
Berkeley Rep Announces New Hires
by Tyler Peterson
- May 14, 2015
This month Berkeley Repertory Theatre proudly welcomes four exceptional new hires: General Manager Theresa Von Klug; Director of Marketing, Communications, and Patron Engagement Polly Winograd Ikonen; Associate Managing Director Sarah Williams; and Artistic Associate Sarah Rose Leonard. Together they bring to the award-winning Theatre a wealth of knowledge and extensive experience working in the arts and not-for-profit performing arts sectors.
Julia Morgan Center Merges With Berkeley Playhouse, Expands Programs
by Ali Leskowitz
- Jun 30, 2009
The Julia Morgan Center for the Arts announced today that it has merged with Berkeley Playhouse. The unification of the two well-respected organizations will expand already successful programs, create efficiencies, and strengthen the core missions of both.
