Mark Frie News

Melinda Long's best-selling book comes to life when Ocean State Theatre Company presents the unforgettable musical adventure, How I Became a Pirate on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at 11:30 am. The production is part of Ocean State Theatre Company's Family Fun Fest, which is recommended for children 4 years and older.

Deadline reports that Arian Moayed has joined the cast of NBC's upcoming drama pilot BELIEVE from J.J. Abrams and Alfonso Cuaron. Cuaron and Mark Friedman penned the script for the drama which also stars Johnny Sequoyah, Jake McLaughlin and Sienna Guillory.

Deadline reports that Arian Moayed has joined the cast of NBC's upcoming drama pilot BELIEVE from J.J. Abrams and Alfonso Cuaron. Cuaron and Mark Friedman penned the script for the drama which also stars Johnny Sequoyah, Jake McLaughlin and Sienna Guillory.

The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati will bring 'The Magical Adventure of Merlin' to life today, February 15-17 & 23 on the Taft Theatre stage.

Columbia Pictures announced today that filming has begun on THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 2 in New York. The film is the first in the history of the franchise that will be filmed entirely in New York City and New York State.

Early Monday evening, the Venice Theatre announced their 2013 to 2014 theatre season at a special Kickoff gathering at their theatre located at 140 West Tampa Avenue in Venice, Florida. Hosting the event were Exective/Artisitic Director Murray Chase and Producing Director Allan Kollar. Highlighted by performances from local actors, the duo revealed their exciting upcoming schedule:

The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati will bring "The Magical Adventure of Merlin" to life February 15-17 & 23 on the Taft Theatre stage. This world-premiere musical will introduce audiences to the teenage wizard, Merlin, and his mysterious and magical youth. This coming-of-age tale, will share the backstory of Merlin, his boyhood friend ,-- King Arthur, and the beautiful, bewitching Morgana, as teens in mythical ancient England. Come and take a journey with Merlin and discover the greatest magic of all, friendship! Featuring magic tricks, illusions, sword fighting and more!

Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College (BCBC) continues its 2012-2013 Target Storybook Series with Omaha Theater Company's production of How I Became a Pirate on Sunday, January 6, 2013 at 2pm. All tickets are $7 and can be purchased by phone at 718-951-4500 (Tues-Sat, 1pm-6pm), or online at www.BrooklynCenterOnline.org.

They're searching for buried treasure at Bristol Riverside Theatre as the Omaha Theatre Company comes to town for How I Became A Pirate, running January 12-13, 2013. Based on the best-selling children's book written by Melinda Long and illustrated by David Shannon, How I Became A Pirate has been adapted for the stage by award-winning composers/lyricists/playwrights Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman.

Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College (BCBC) continues its 2012-2013 Target Storybook Series with Omaha Theater Company's production of How I Became a Pirate on Sunday, January 6, 2013 at 2pm. All tickets are $7 and can be purchased by phone at 718-951-4500 (Tues-Sat, 1pm-6pm), or online at www.BrooklynCenterOnline.org.

Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College (BCBC) continues its 2012-2013 Target Storybook Series with Omaha Theater Company's production of How I Became a PirateonSunday, January 6, 2013 at 2pm. All tickets are $7 and can be purchased by phone at 718-951-4500 (Tues-Sat, 1pm-6pm), or online at www.BrooklynCenterOnline.org.

On Oct 18, the Arvada Center opens the children's theater production How I Became a Pirate, book, music and lyrics by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman, directed by David and Julie Payne. The stage production is based on the book, How I Became a Pirate written by Melinda Long and illustrations by David Shannon. The show will run Oct 18 - Dec 28, 2012. Performances are 10 a.m. and noon, most Tuesdays through Fridays, select Saturdays at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. For specific show dates please check our website. How I Became a Pirate is recommended for ages four and up. Ticket prices range from $8 weekdays and $10 weekends and holidays for reserved seating. To purchase tickets and for more information call 720-898-7200 or go to www.arvadacenter.org

The Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center opened its doors in September of 2009. The $30 million dollar facility was built for the students of Broken Arrow, but the community and Executive Director Mark Frie had a vision that went far beyond a high school facility. We're excited to present exclusive photo and video coverage of the special event (click below to play!).

William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet will be performed under the stars this summer at three unique venues in Bridgeport and Stratford: The Peacock Pavilion at CT's Beardsley Zoo, historic McLevy Green in Bridgeport's flourishing downtown area; and on the grounds of The American Shakespeare Festival Theater in Stratford as part of Festival! Stratford.

Theatre Aspen begins its 29th summer season with the Tony Award-winning musical comedy Avenue Q tonight, in the new Hurst Theatre, situated along the Rio Grande River. The theatre is unveiling a new lobby facility to complement the Hurst Theatre, which was erected last summer. Next up is the musical How I Became a Pirate, based on the beloved children's book by Melinda Long (July 10th - Aug 18th) and the film noir thriller The 39 Steps (July 25th - Aug 18th).

The City of Cleveland Heights and Cain Park present Night Of A Thousand Stars - In Honor Of Paul Gurgol tonight, June 26 at the Alma Theater at Cain Park at 7 pm.

Theatre Aspen begins its 29th summer season with the Tony Award-winning musical comedy Avenue Q tonight, June 25th, followed by the musical How I Became a Pirate, based on the beloved children's book by Melinda Long (July 10th - Aug 18th) and the film noir thriller The 39 Steps (July 25th - Aug 18th).

Theatre Aspen begins its 29th summer season with the Tony Award-winning musical comedy Avenue Q, on June 25th, followed by the musical How I Became a Pirate, based on the beloved children's book by Melinda Long (July 10th - Aug 18th) and the film noir thriller The 39 Steps (July 25th - Aug 18th).

The City of Cleveland Heights and Cain Park present Night Of A Thousand Stars - In Honor Of Paul Gurgol on Tuesday, June 26 at the Alma Theater at Cain Park at 7 pm.