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Fringe Encore Series to Celebrate 10th Anniversary This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Jul 31, 2015


With over 200 shows presented at FringeNYC Festival and 900 at Edinburgh Fringe, it's hard to be in the know about what's worth seeing. Even worse is having missed the show everyone is talking about post festival. Celebrating its 10th Anniversary, the Fringe Encore Series will present some of the most critically-acclaimed and crowd-pleasing shows from both festivals. But more importantly, pinpoints and cultivates the theater talent of tomorrow.

Photo Flash: First Look at Players Theatre's THE GLASS MENAGERIE
by Tyler Peterson - May 22, 2015


In 1945 The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams premiered on Broadway, more than seventy years later this classic snapshot of a struggling American family holds the intimate stage at the Players Theatre with a firm grip while unfolding a gentle, fleeting vision.

THE GLASS MENAGERIE Opens at the Players Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - May 19, 2015


In 1945 The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams premiered on Broadway, more than seventy years later this classic snapshot of a struggling American family holds the intimate stage at the Players Theatre with a firm grip while unfolding a gentle, fleeting vision.

Cast of Players Theatre's A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Perform at NYSE Tree Lighting
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 9, 2014


Ebenezer Scrooge (Played by Eric Fletcher) and the cast of 'A Christmas Carol' the musical by Michael Sgouros and Brenda Bell will sing in the holiday season on Wall Street at the 91st annual tree lighting at the New York Stock Exchange at 5p on Tuesday, December 09, 2014. A fitting place for Mr. Scrooge to celebrate his charitable redemption.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Opens 11/30 at Players Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Nov 21, 2014


Opening November 30th at the Players Theatre, 'A Christmas Carol' is a warm and uplifting adaptation of the classic Dickens tale celebrating holiday spirit. With original music by Michael Sgouros, played by a live percussion trio, the show is wrapped in the warmth of joy, suspense and a sprinkling of tender-hearted redemption.

Photo Flash: SLEEPY HOLLOW THE MUSICAL Opens Tonight at Players Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2014


As long autumn shadows cast their spell across Greenwich Village, the days grow shorter and the nights grow restless and long, enticing the Headless Horseman to realize his lonely, faithful quest. Sleepy Hollow, an original musical by Michael Sgouros and Brenda Bell, which began previews on September 20th at The Players Theatre in New York City's Greenwich Village, reveals a haunting deeper than the woods of the hollow. Its shadows are cast from the darkness of the human soul. Scroll down for new production photos of the cast in action!

Photo Flash: New Shots from SLEEPY HOLLOW THE MUSICAL at Players Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 1, 2014


As long autumn shadows cast their spell across Greenwich Village, the days grow shorter and the nights grow restless and long, enticing the Headless Horseman to realize his lonely, faithful quest. Sleepy Hollow, an original musical by Michael Sgouros and Brenda Bell, which began previews on September 20th at The Players Theatre in New York City's Greenwich Village, reveals a haunting deeper than the woods of the hollow. Its shadows are cast from the darkness of the human soul. Scroll down for new production photos of the cast in action!

Photo Flash: SLEEPY HOLLOW Begins Tonight at the Players Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 20, 2014


As long autumn shadows cast their spell across Greenwich Village, the days grow shorter and the nights grow restless and long, enticing the Headless Horseman to realize his lonely, faithful quest. Sleepy Hollow, an original musical by Michael Sgouros and Brenda Bell, which begins previews tonight, September 20th at The Players Theatre in New York City's Greenwich Village, reveals a haunting deeper than the woods of the hollow. Its shadows are cast from the darkness of the human soul. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast in action!

SLEEPY HOLLOW THE MUSICAL Opens 10/4 at Players Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 18, 2014


As long autumn shadows cast their spell across Greenwich Village, the days grow shorter and the nights grow restless and long, enticing the Headless Horseman to realize his lonely, faithful quest. Sleepy Hollow, an original musical by Michael Sgouros and Brenda Bell, which begins previews on September 20th at The Players Theatre in New York City's Greenwich Village, reveals a haunting deeper than the woods of the hollow. Its shadows are cast from the darkness of the human soul.

Photo Flash: First Look at SLEEPY HOLLOW at the Players Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2014


As long autumn shadows cast their spell across Greenwich Village, the days grow shorter and the nights grow restless and long, enticing the Headless Horseman to realize his lonely, faithful quest. Sleepy Hollow, an original musical by Michael Sgouros and Brenda Bell, which begins previews on September 20th at The Players Theatre in New York City's Greenwich Village, reveals a haunting deeper than the woods of the hollow. Its shadows are cast from the darkness of the human soul. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast in action!

Players Theatre Presents THE LITTLE MERMAID Through 4/27
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 15, 2014


In 1837 Hans Christian Anderson wrote his most beloved tale 'The Little Mermaid'. 177 years later she is still swimming her way into the hearts of young and old. On February 16th, Literally Alive Children's Theatre will open their musical adaptation of this classic tale with books and lyrics by Brenda Bell and music by Michael Sgouros at the Players Theatre located at 115 MacDougal Street (between Bleeker and West 3rd) in Manhattan. Their adaptation is true to the original story by Hans Christian Andersen, unlike the Disney version, which has a different ending. 'We tell the story in its original form' says Artistic Director Brenda Bell, 'We believe that the true ending shows children that every wish has a price and that love comes with many sacrifices.'

Michael Sgouros Scores New York Innovative Theatre Award Nomination for HOLLOW THE MUSICAL
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 25, 2013


Michael Sgouros, composer and percussionist, has been nominated for an Innovative Theatre Award - Outstanding Original Music for Hollow the musical which premiered at the historic Players Theatre in September 2012. The production ran for 9 months and is currently on hiatus until September 21 of this year when it will take the stage again at the Players Theatre.

STONE SOUP Pairs With God’s Love We Deliver for Volunteer Services
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 5, 2011


STONE SOUP, which opened September 18th at The Players Theatre, 115 MacDougal Street, features music by Michael Sgouros, book and lyrics by Brenda Bell. Set in Revolutionary War America, two lost soldiers stumble upon the 'perfect' village while searching for food and shelter.

PHANTOM OF THE OPERA by Sgouros & Bell Opens 4/30 at Players Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Apr 30, 2010


An intimate production based on the original novel by Gaston Leroux opens April 30th in the West Village

PHANTOM OF THE OPERA by Sgouros & Bell Opens 4/30 at Players Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2010


An intimate production based on the original novel by Gaston Leroux opens April 30th in the West Village

Player Theatre Presents CINDERELLA
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2010


If the Shoe Fits- Literally Alive Theatre's New Musical Production of 'Cinderella' Strides into the Players Theatre in Style

Player Theatre Presents CINDERELLA
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 3, 2010


If the Shoe Fits- Literally Alive Theatre's New Musical Production of 'Cinderella' Strides into the Players Theatre in Style

TREASURE ISLAND Docks At Literally Alive Theater 5/10
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2009


Literally Alive Theatre's new musical, 'Treasure Island', with music by Michael Sgouros, book and lyrics by Brenda Bell, will open February 11th and run through May 10th at the Players Theatre located at 115 MacDougal Street (between West 3rd and Bleecker) in the West Village. The production, which is based on the classic novel written by Robert Louis Stevenson in 1883, celebrates courage, adventure, and as the character Dr. Livesey says 'the wisdom of youth'. The story follows the tale of Jim Hawkins, played Peter Pan-style by Meg Lanzarone, as a young lad whose life changes forever the day a mysterious old sea captain stubbles into his parents inn. Jim meets suspicious sea men including Black Dog and the blind man Pew, all of whom are after just one thing - the old captains treasure map!

TRU Presents WRITER-PRODUCER SPEED DATE on Sunday March 1
by BWW News Desk - Mar 1, 2009


Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) presents the first WRITER-PRODUCER SPEED DATE on Sunday, March 1 at 5:30pm and 6:30pm at The Players Theatre, 115 MacDougal Street (below W. 3rd Street), NYC.

TRU Presents WRITER-PRODUCER SPEED DATE on Sunday March 1
by Robert Diamond - Feb 12, 2009


Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) presents the first WRITER-PRODUCER SPEED DATE on Sunday, March 1 at 5:30pm and 6:30pm at The Players Theatre, 115 MacDougal Street (below W. 3rd Street), NYC.

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