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Loft Ensemble Presents AEROPLANE
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 25, 2016


After a successful weekend of previews, Loft Ensemble is excited to open our newest world premiere this Saturday. The Aeroplane is a world premiere drama written and directed by Mitch Rosander that deals head on with the issues of addiction, recovery, and self-identity.

Sacred Fools Theater Company Heading to Theater Row in Hollywood
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 16, 2015


After nearly two decades, Sacred Fools Theater Company announces a departure from their East Hollywood birthplace of 660 N. Heliotrope Drive, and immediate relocation to Theater Row in Hollywood as the resident theater company for the space formerly known as the Elephant / Asylum Complex at 1076 North Lillian Way at Santa Monica Boulevard. Sacred Fools will be occupying and managing the entire establishment, including all five theater stages, beginning January 1, 2016.

Nominees Announced for 2015 Ovation Awards - SPRING AWAKENING Earns 16! Ceremony Set 11/9
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 24, 2015


Nominees for the 2015 LA STAGE Alliance Ovation Awards were announced on Thursday, September 24 on @ This Stage Magazine [ThisStage.la]. This year's Ovation Awards ceremony will take place Monday, November 9 at the Ahmanson Theatre at The Music Center. The curtain will rise at7:30pm.

2014 LA STAGE ALLIANCE OVATION AWARDS Nominees Announced - Theatre at Boston Court Leads; Geffen, La Mirada Follow
by Christina Mancuso - Sep 23, 2014


Nominees for the 2014 LA STAGE Alliance Ovation Awards were announced on the evening of Monday, September 22 at Native Voices at the Autry National Center in Los Angeles. The nominations were revealed by past Ovation Award recipients Gigi Bermingham, Brighid Fleming, Parmer Fuller, Jennifer Haley, Brian Kite, Glynn Turman, and John Zalewski, along with LA STAGE Alliance Chief Executive Officer Terence McFarland.

Theatre @ Boston Court, the Geffen and La Mirada Lead 2014 Ovation Award Nominations; Full List!
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2014


Nominees for the 2014 LA STAGE Alliance Ovation Awards were announced on the evening of Monday, September 22 at Native Voices at the Autry National Center in Los Angeles. The nominations were revealed by past Ovation Award recipients Gigi Bermingham, Brighid Fleming, Parmer Fuller, Jennifer Haley, Brian Kite, Glynn Turman, and John Zalewski, along with LA STAGE Alliance Chief Executive Officer Terence McFarland.

BWW Reviews: BURIED CHILD Makes for a Trying Visit to a Slice of Demented Americana
by Gil Kaan - Sep 14, 2014


Close to three hours of crazy behavior, with doses of disgusting, despicable action mixed in, make for an extremely intense, but trying evening.

Whitefire Theatre Presents BURIED CHILD, Now thru 10/11
by BWW News Desk - Sep 6, 2014


The Whitefire Theatre is honoring the 35th anniversary of Sam Shepard's Pulitzer Prize-winning play 'Buried Child' with a production directed by Bryan Rasmussen, produced by Scott Disharoon. In this searing family drama, Shepard takes a macabre look at a Midwestern family with a very dark secret. The play features the talents of Jacque Lynn Colton, Tonya Cornelisse, Cris D'Annunzio, David Fraioli, Zachary Mooren, Leon Russom, and Grant Smith.

Whitefire Theatre to Present BURIED CHILD, 9/6-10/11
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 20, 2014


The Whitefire Theatre is honoring the 35th anniversary of Sam Shepard's Pulitzer Prize-winning play 'Buried Child' with a production directed by Bryan Rasmussen, produced by Scott Disharoon. In this searing family drama, Shepard takes a macabre look at a Midwestern family with a very dark secret. The play features the talents of Jacque Lynn Colton, Tonya Cornelisse, Cris D'Annunzio, David Fraioli, Zachary Mooren, Leon Russom, and Grant Smith.

The Porters of Hellgate Extends Run of Shakespeare's HENRY V, Starring Charles Pasternak, Through 3/29
by Courtnie Mele - Mar 13, 2014


The Porters of Hellsgate take on Shakespeare's most famous play about war upon their unworthy scaffold: The Whitmore Theatre. Embracing The Chorus' initial warning as to the inadequacies of his company's resources to 'bring forth so great an object', this Henry V will be brought forward with the grittiness and edge The Porters have become known for. Within this 'wooden O' both cast and audience will be taken in to the unapologetically theatrical journey of King Henry's invasion and conquest of France.

BWW Reviews: Once More Unto the Breach, Dear Porters, in HENRY V
by Ellen Dostal - Feb 22, 2014


If 'all the youth of England are on fire,' as the first speech of HENRY V's Act II declares, then all the Porters of Hellsgate have carried the torch forward with guns blazing. Without a doubt, this is the Porters' finest stage work to date and a testament to the kind of theatre magic that can be created out of thin air by the willing and able.

Porters of Hellsgate to Present HENRY V, 2/15-3/23
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 15, 2014


The Porters of Hellsgate take on Shakespeare's most famous play about war upon their unworthy scaffold: The Whitmore Theatre. Embracing The Chorus' initial warning as to the inadequacies of his company's resources to "bring forth so great an object", this Henry V will be brought forward with the grittiness and edge the Porters have become known for. Within this "wooden O" both cast and audience will be taken in to the unapologetically theatrical journey of King Henry's invasion and conquest of France.

Porters of Hellsgate to Present HENRY V, Begin. 2/15
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 9, 2014


The Porters of Hellsgate take on Shakespeare's Henry V with Artistic Director Charles Pasternak in the director's chair and title role. Leon Russom, LA theatre vet and Gloucester from The Porters' King Lear last year, will play the iconic Chorus.

BWW Southern California Shakespeare Spotlight: What To See in 2014
by Ellen Dostal - Jan 6, 2014


It's Shakespeare for the masses in 2014 as we celebrate the 450th anniversary of Shakespeare's birth! In Southern California you'll find more productions and events than ever so mark your calendar now for a big year ahead.

STAGE TUBE: Director Thomas Bigley Talks KING LEAR
by Stage Tube - Jan 9, 2013


The Porters of Hellsgate present William Shakespeare's KING LEAR, starring Larry Cedar and directed by Thomas Bigley. Check out the video below, of Director Thomas Bigley discussing KING LEAR.

Photo Flash: Porters of Hellsgate's KING LEAR, 1/4- 2/9
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 6, 2013


The Porters of Hellsgate present William Shakespeare's KING LEAR, starring Larry Cedar and directed by Thomas Bigley. Check out a first look at the production below!

The Porters of Hellsgate Stage KING LEAR, Now thru Feb 9
by BWW News Desk - Jan 4, 2013


The Porters of Hellsgate present William Shakespeare's KING LEAR, starring Larry Cedar and directed by Thomas Bigley.

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