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WWTNS? Announces Creative Team For AGUA, VIDA Y TIERRA Workshop
by Julie Musbach - Sep 11, 2019


What Will the Neighbors Say? is thrilled to announce the creative team for the workshop production of their upcoming devised project, Agua, Vida y Tierra, this November. The production will officially inaugurate the company's 2019-2020 season at MITU580, the new home of the renowned Theatre Mitu company, in Gowanus. The performances will be held on November 15th and 16th at 7.30pm and November 17th at 3pm at MITU580, 580 Sackett St, Brooklyn, NY 11217. Tickets will go on sale next month, and full casting will be announced in the coming weeks.

Documentary About The Father of Space Art Stars at the North Park Theatre September 14 and 15
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 6, 2019


In producing, writing and directing 'Chesley Bonestell: A Brush With The Future,' award-winning filmmaker and eight-time Emmy Award nominee Douglass M. Stewart Jr. takes viewers on an extraordinary voyage into the life and career of 'the Father of Space Art.' Bonestell is credited with helping inspire America's Space Program and Stewart likes to point out that 'Chesley Bonestell is the visionary artist who took us to the Moon, not with technology, but with a paint brush.' Winning two prestigious Best Documentary Awards, one at Comic-Con 2018 and a second one at the 2019 Boston Science Fiction Film Festival, the film has screened to enthusiastic audiences across the country, including the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum and 'Game of Thrones' author George R.R. Martin's Jean Cocteau Cinema in New Mexico. The film lands next in 'The City of Good Neighbors' for a special two-day limited engagement at the historic North Park Theatre on September 14 and 15 at 11:30AM. 'The world of science fiction has been blessed with the contributions of many great artists as well as writers,' said George R.R. Martin in a special Santa Fe introduction to the film this past April. 'One of the greatest was Chesley Bonestell, the great astronomical artist, whose visions...reached the covers of many science fiction and science magazines in the 50s, 60s and 70s...I'm proud to present a documentary about the life and work of Chesley Bonestell.' It's a fun piece of irony that the historic North Park Theatre, which recently celebrated an architectural milestone in its 'Centennial Restoration' project, should host a film about Bonestell, who started his career as an architect. Chesley's visionary art did more than inspire America to reach for the stars. His architectural visions literally attained new heights here on Earth when he helped design the tallest skyscraper in New York City in 1930 - the iconic Chrysler Building. A few years later, Bonestell turned blueprints into beautiful paintings for the tallest and longest bridge in 1937, San Francisco's majestic Golden Gate Bridge. When he moved to Hollywood, his architectural background served him well in his new career as a visual effects matte painter. He created movie magic for classic films like The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Citizen Kane, Destination Moon and The War of the Worlds. 'Those who have seen Bonestell's work are amazed at how accurate his depictions of planets and stars are, even though they were painted long before high-powered telescopes and space probes existed,' says the film's Producer/Writer/Director Doug Stewart. 'The film is called 'A Brush with the Future' because of that uncanny accuracy. Now that we are going back to the moon, and then onto Mars, one can appreciate Bonestell's ability to inspire and influence the future even today.' 'The documentary is both remarkable and fascinating,' said a Southern California KPFK radio review. 'In part, this is because Chesley Bonestell was a remarkable and fascinating man who inspired people to majestic achievements...His paintings are speculative in nature, fueled with imagination and romantic vision, yet they make you feel like you're there, that you'd like to be there...and that you could be there.' 'Chesley Bonestell: A Brush with the Future' will screen at 11:30AM on September 14 and 15 at the North Park Theatre, 1428 Hertel Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216. To view the film's trailer, please visit www.chesleybonestell.com. For tickets and additional information about this screening, please visit the North Park Theatre website at www.northparktheatre.org. More about the Film: 'Chesley Bonestell: A Brush with the Future' is featured in the September 2019 issue of Sky and Telescope Magazine. The article by journalist Donald Vaughan is titled 'Postcards from the Future.'

Photo Flash: First Look at LAST GASP at The Players Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2019


In the waning days of yet another artificial intelligence startup in San Francisco, two tech bros think that they've figured out what women really want: a vibrator with a mind of its own. They've spent almost all of their funding trying to revolutionize the technology of self-pleasure. But they're running out of money and time, so when an experienced female investor walks into their lab, they realize this might be their last chance to save their startup. But will a radical pivot be enough to save them? And more important, will they ever figure out just what it is that women want?

Photo Flash: Experimental Bitch Presents JACK OF CUPS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2019


Experimental Bitch Presents (EBP) post-apocalyptic play Jack of Cups by Gabriel Rodriguez, is currently running at The Flea. through June 8. The critically acclaimed production is directed by Rodriguez and Madeline Wall, with original music composed by Lukas Papenfusscline.

Photo Flash: Experimental Bitch Presents Opening Night Party For JACK OF CUPS
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2019


Experimental Bitch Presents (EBP) new production, Jack of Cups by Gabriel Rodriguez, opened  to a packed house at The Flea Theater on Saturday, June 2. The post-apocalyptic play was followed by an Opening Night Party at the theater.

Photo Flash: Experimental Bitch JACK OF CUPS In Rehearsal
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2019


Experimental Bitch Presents 2019 mainstage production, the post-apocalyptic play Jack of Cups by Gabriel Rodriguez, starts previews on May 31. The World Premiere runs May 31 - June 8 at The Flea Theater, with opening night slated for June 1 at 7:00 pm. Jack of Cups is directed by Rodriguez and Madeline Wall. Original music composed by Lukas Papenfusscline.

Photo Flash: First Look At Experimental Bitch Production of JACK OF CUPS
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2019


Experimental Bitch Presents (EBP) is pleased to announce their 2019 mainstage production, the post-apocalyptic play Jack of Cups by Gabriel Rodriguez. The World Premiere runs May 31 - June 8 at The Flea Theater, with opening night slated for June 1 at 7:00 pm. Jack of Cups is directed by Rodriguez and Madeline Wall. Original music composed by Lukas Papenfusscline.

Experimental Bitch Presents The World Premiere Of JACK OF CUPS At The Flea
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2019


Experimental Bitch Presents (EBP) is pleased to announce their 2019 mainstage production, the post-apocalyptic play Jack of Cups by Gabriel Rodriguez. The World Premiere runs May 31 - June 8 at The Flea Theater, with opening night slated for June 1 at 7:00 pm. Jack of Cups is directed by Rodriguez and Madeline Wall. Original music composed by Lukas Papenfusscline.

WHORE Premieres At Paradise Factory Theatre March 28
by Julie Musbach - Mar 4, 2019


The World Premiere of Whore will play at The Paradise Factory Theatre, March 28 - April 13, with Opening Night slated for March 28. The production is directed by Lindsey Hope Pearlman and features original music by Suzanne Tufan.

BETWEEN THE THREADS Opens Tonight At HERE
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2019


The World Premiere of Between the Threads opens tonight at HERE. The production began previews last weekend and runs until February 10. Between the Threads is directed by Coral Cohen who also conceived the piece, and features original music by Violinist Zoe Aqua. The limited run features an all-female-identified cast who helped develop the piece.

Photo Flash: First Look At The Cast Of BETWEEN THE THREADS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 18, 2019


The World Premiere of Between the Threads will play at HERE, January 18 - February 10, with Opening Night slated for January 25. The production is directed by Coral Cohen who also conceived the piece, and features original music by Violinist Zoe Aqua. The limited run features an all-female-identified cast who helped develop the piece, and creative team.

WWTNS? Return To HERE For SOURCES OF LIGHT OTHER THAN THE SUN
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2018


What Will The Neighbors Say? is excited to announce the the first full production of our 2018-2019 season, a limited engagement run of Founding Co-Artistic Director Sam Hood Adrain's play Sources of Light Other Than the Sun on the Mainstage at HERE. Originally presented as a workshop production at the Hudson Guild Theatre in 2016, the play's Off-Broadway debut marks the centenary of the Armistice that ended WWI, and WWTNS?'s second show at HERE this year. The production is a part of SubletSeries@HERE: Co-op, HERE's curated rental program, which provides artists with subsidized space and equipment, as well as technical support Sources of Light Other Than the Sun will play at HERE, 145 6th Ave, New York, 10013 from December 7th-9th with shows on Friday and Today at 8.30pm and on Sunday at 4pm.

WWTNS? Return To HERE For SOURCES OF LIGHT OTHER THAN THE SUN
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2018


What Will The Neighbors Say? is excited to announce the the first full production of our 2018-2019 season, a limited engagement run of Founding Co-Artistic Director Sam Hood Adrain's play Sources of Light Other Than the Sun on the Mainstage at HERE. Originally presented as a workshop production at the Hudson Guild Theatre in 2016, the play's Off-Broadway debut marks the centenary of the Armistice that ended WWI, and WWTNS?'s second show at HERE this year. The production is a part of SubletSeries@HERE: Co-op, HERE's curated rental program, which provides artists with subsidized space and equipment, as well as technical support Sources of Light Other Than the Sun will play at HERE, 145 6th Ave, New York, 10013 from December 7th-9th with shows today and Saturday at 8.30pm and on Sunday at 4pm.

WWTNS? Return To HERE For SOURCES OF LIGHT OTHER THAN THE SUN
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2018


What Will The Neighbors Say? is excited to announce the the first full production of our 2018-2019 season, a limited engagement run of Founding Co-Artistic Director Sam Hood Adrain's play Sources of Light Other Than the Sun on the Mainstage at HERE. Originally presented as a workshop production at the Hudson Guild Theatre in 2016, the play's Off-Broadway debut marks the centenary of the Armistice that ended WWI, and WWTNS?'s second show at HERE this year. The production is a part of SubletSeries@HERE: Co-op, HERE's curated rental program, which provides artists with subsidized space and equipment, as well as technical support Sources of Light Other Than the Sun will play at HERE, 145 6th Ave, New York, 10013 from December 7th-9th with shows on Friday and Saturday at 8.30pm and on Sunday at 4pm.

Ben Gassman's INDEPENDENT STUDY To Premiere At The Tank
by Julie Musbach - Sep 24, 2018


The Tank (Meghan Finn and Rosalind Grush, Artistic Directors) will present the World Premiere of Independent Study, written by Ben Gassman (Sam's Tea Shack) and directed by Ran Xia(Echo) at The Tank (312 West 36th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues), November 1-17.

Comic-Con Names 'Chesley Bonestell' Best Documentary
by Robert Diamond - Aug 3, 2018


The feature-length film Chesley Bonestell: A Brush With The Future has been awarded Best Documentary in this year's 2018 Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival.

Photo Flash: First Look at THE DIANA TAPES at HERE Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2018


What Will the Neighbors Say? (www.wwtns.org) opened their latest show, 'The Diana Tapes,' on Sunday May 27th at HERE Arts Center. The production runs through June 10th before a transfer to London's Stockwell Playhouse.

Paper Mill Playhouse Announces 2018 Rising Star Award Nominations
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2018


As one of the nation's leading professional theaters and recipient of the 2016 Regional Theatre Tony Award, Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director, Todd Schmidt-Managing Director) has a well-earned reputation for launching both performers and shows to Broadway

Casting Announced For THE DIANA TAPES at HERE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 14, 2018


Will the Neighbors Say will present the New York Premiere of James Clements' THE DIANA TAPES, directed by Wednesday Sue Derrico (HVMLET for She NYC Arts Festival) at HERE (145 6th Avenue, enter on Dominick Street, one block south of Spring Street), May 24-June 10. Performances will run Tuesday through Saturday at 7pm, with matinee performances on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday at 2pm. Tickets ($25/$15 for under 30 & seniors) are available for purchase in advance at www.thedianatapes.com. The performance will run approximately 70 minutes, with no intermission. This production is part of SubletSeries@HERE, a curated rental program, which provides artists with subsidized space and equipment, as well as technical support.

Little Spoon Big Spoon Announces New Production of Mark Ravenhill's GHOST STORY
by Julie Musbach - Jan 31, 2018


Little Spoon Big Spoon Productions today announces the first play of its 2018 season, a theatrical production of the internationally acclaimed English playwright Mark Ravenhill's GHOST STORY (2015). Directed by John Dapolito, the play will be performed in New York City at The Workshop Theatre by an all-female cast from February 23rd to March 10th.

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