Medicine Show News

Final Week! Performances end January 30 at Medicine Show Theatre (549 West 52nd Street).

Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) presents the TRU Writer-Director Communications Lab on Saturday, February 19, 2011 from 1pm to 7pm at The Players Theatre, 115 MacDougal Street, Studio 3C. If accepted into the lab, the cost is $75 ($60 for TRU members). Writer applications are available at www.truonline.org/DirectorLabFeb11.htm. Interested directors may email TRUnltd@aol.com and attach a brief resume. The lab will be taught by producers Pam Koslow (Jelly's Last Jam, Jane Eyre, Yank!) and director Robert Kalfin, former artistic director of Chelsea Theatre (Yentl, Strider, Candide).

Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York City's longest-running experimental theatre companies, continues its 41st season with the world premiere of DANCING FOOLS -- three short comedies about the quest for happiness despite obstacles, disappointments and wild complications -- by celebrated journalist and author John Gruen ('Callas Kissed Me…Lenny Too!'), with previews set to begin January 7, prior to an official press opening on January 13 at Medicine Show Theatre (549 West 52nd Street).

Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York City's longest-running experimental theatre companies, continues its 41st season with the world premiere of DANCING FOOLS -- three short comedies about the quest for happiness despite obstacles, disappointments and wild complications -- by celebrated journalist and author John Gruen ('Callas Kissed Me…Lenny Too!'), with previews set to begin January 7, prior to an official press opening on January 13 at Medicine Show Theatre (549 West 52nd Street).

Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble, one of New York City's longest-running experimental theatre companies, continues its 41st season with the world premiere of DANCING FOOLS -- three short comedies about the quest for happiness despite obstacles, disappointments and wild complications -- by celebrated journalist and author John Gruen ('Callas Kissed Me…Lenny Too!'), with previews set to begin January 7, prior to an official press opening on January 13 at Medicine Show Theatre (549 West 52nd Street).

Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 12/05 for Atlanta

Long considered a 'songwriter's songwriter,' John Prine is a rare talent who writes the songs other songwriters would sell their souls for. With one of the most influential and unmistakable songwriting voices of today, Prine continues to cast his perceptive eye upon the subtle complexities of the human condition, delivering his observations in his uniquely concise, illuminating compositions. Some four decades since his remarkable debut, John Prine is ready to release In Person & On Stage, a new live album proving he's still at the top of his game, both as a performer and songwriter. Recently honored at the Library of Congress by US Poet Laureate Ted Kooser, he's been elevated from the annals of songwriters into the realm of bonafide American treasures.

MoMA Presents: More Cruel and Unusual Comedy: Social Commentary in the American Slapstick Film Part 2 October 6-14, 2010

MoMA Presents: More Cruel and Unusual Comedy: Social Commentary in the American Slapstick Film Part 2 October 6-14, 2010

MoMA Presents: More Cruel and Unusual Comedy: Social Commentary in the American Slapstick Film Part 2 October 6-14, 2010

BROKE WIDE OPEN is written and performed by Rock WILK. The show is directed by and developed with Tamilla Woodard and presented as a workshop production from SEPTEMBER 9 -26 @ The Medicine Show Theatre

Long considered a 'songwriter's songwriter,' John Prine is a rare talent who writes the songs other songwriters would sell their souls for. With one of the most influential and unmistakable songwriting voices of today, Prine continues to cast his perceptive eye upon the subtle complexities of the human condition, delivering his observations in his uniquely concise, illuminating compositions. Some four decades since his remarkable debut, John Prine is ready to release In Person & On Stage, a new live album proving he's still at the top of his game, both as a performer and songwriter. Recently honored at the Library of Congress by US Poet Laureate Ted Kooser, he's been elevated from the annals of songwriters into the realm of bonafide American treasures.

BROKE WIDE OPEN is written and performed by Rock WILK. The show is directed by and developed with Tamilla Woodard and presented as a workshop production from SEPTEMBER 9 -26 @ The Medicine Show Theatre

URBAN RESEARCH THEATER extends the world premiere of PLAY/WAR, an explosive journey through intimacy, violence, and liberation through Sept 4th. The performance explores the intermingling of play and war through an encounter between two nameless men, one in army camouflage and the other wearing a business suit. Over the course of the hour-long performance, the relationship of these two men passes through aggressive confrontation, childhood innocence, erotic potential, and more. PLAY/WAR explores contemporary masculinity through original dialogue, choreography, and songs ranging in style from traditional folk and sacred music to hip-hop.

What starts as an innocent lunch between a septuagenarian Mom and her two adult children degenerates into a fierce game of cat and mouse which leads to a confession that will radically upset the lives of the entire family. In Joel Drake Johnson's darkly humorous play, a weekly family outing takes some unimaginable turns.

Hailing from Mazatlan, Mexico, dance company Delfos Danza Contemporánea makes its Ravinia debut on Friday, Aug. 27, with the piece When Disguises Are Hung Up (Cuando los Difraces se Cuelgan), with additional performances at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 28 and 1 p.m. on Sunday, August 29.

We have all heard the saying 'laughter is the best medicine' and there is a valid reason behind that statement - laughing is good for you! Laughter not only makes the journey through life endurable and enjoyable, it also helps keep us healthy.

URBAN RESEARCH THEATER extends the world premiere of PLAY/WAR, an explosive journey through intimacy, violence, and liberation through Sept 4th. The performance explores the intermingling of play and war through an encounter between two nameless men, one in army camouflage and the other wearing a business suit. Over the course of the hour-long performance, the relationship of these two men passes through aggressive confrontation, childhood innocence, erotic potential, and more. PLAY/WAR explores contemporary masculinity through original dialogue, choreography, and songs ranging in style from traditional folk and sacred music to hip-hop.

Hailing from Mazatlan, Mexico, dance company Delfos Danza Contemporánea makes its Ravinia debut on Friday, Aug. 27, with the piece When Disguises Are Hung Up (Cuando los Difraces se Cuelgan), with additional performances at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 28 and 1 p.m. on Sunday, August 29.

URBAN RESEARCH THEATER presents the world premiere of PLAY/WAR, an explosive journey through intimacy, violence, and liberation. The performance explores the intermingling of play and war through an encounter between two nameless men, one in army camouflage and the other wearing a business suit. Over the course of the hour-long performance, the relationship of these two men passes through aggressive confrontation, childhood innocence, erotic potential, and more. PLAY/WAR explores contemporary masculinity through original dialogue, choreography, and songs ranging in style from traditional folk and sacred music to hip-hop.