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Date of Death: November 30, 1900 (46)

Birth Place: Dublin, IRELAND

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Roundabout's BURNING BOY Opens Tomorrow!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 22, 2011


Roundabout Theatre Company's production of The Dream of the Burning Boy , a new play by David West Read, directed by Evan Cabnet, officially opens tomorrow, Wednesday, March 23rd. The Dream of the Burning Boy features Reed Birney (Larry), Josh Caras (Dane), Matt Dellapina (Steve), Jake O'Connor (Kyle), Jessica Rothenberg (Chelsea), Kristie Dale Sanders (Andrea), and Alexandra Socha (Rachel).

ANYTHING GOES To Perform Live On Good Morning America 3/25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 22, 2011


Roundabout Theatre Company's Anything Goes, will perform live on ABC's "Good Morning America" between 8AM-9AM on channel 7 this Friday! Tune in to see Sutton Foster and company members from Anything Goes perform the tap dancing finale of Act 1!

STAGE TUBE: PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE Creatives Talk Shop
by Jessica Lewis - Mar 22, 2011


The Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway musical, THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE, starring two time Tony® Award-winner Donna Murphy and directed by Leonard Foglia, features book & lyrics by Iris Rainer Dart and music by Mike Stoller and Artie Butler. Click below to hear what the creatives have to say about this new work!

Quintessence Theatre Group Presents THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 21, 2011


Quintessence Theatre Group presents the final production of its inaugural season, Oscar Wilde's THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, a Trivial Comedy for Serious People, to be directed by Alexander Burns.

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Welcomes Murray, Houdyshell, Austrian
by BWW News Desk - Mar 22, 2011


Roundabout Theatre Company has announced that Brian Murray, Jayne Houdyshell and Jessie Austrian will join the critically acclaimed Broadway production of Oscar Wilde's comedy The Importance of Being Earnest, directed by and starring Brian Bedford as 'Lady Bracknell,' at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway.

Alley Theatre Announces Cast and Creative Team for Peter Shaffer's Amadeus
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 21, 2011


Starting in April on the Hubbard stage is the Alley Theatre's production of the thrilling and wickedly sharp Amadeus.

American Stage Changes Dates for Season Auditions to 3/21-22
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2011


American Stage Theatre Company announced Equity Performer and non-Equity auditions for its 2011-12 season on Monday, March 21 and Tuesday, March 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the theatre.

Readings from Asbury Park Continue with SAY A PRAYER FOR EMILY HALL &THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING, 3/21 & 4/25
by Lauren Wolman - Mar 20, 2011


A thriller inspired by the likes of Deathtrap and Sleuth. The story of Jack Forde, a writer with crippling writer's block and a crumbling marriage, Say a Prayer for Emily Hall is a tale of love, loyalty, and a couple desperate to save their marriage. It's also a tale of betrayal, sex, murder, and a terrible secret kept for decades. Ultimately, lives hang in the balance as Jack is forced to decide between his love and his best friend. The outcome will not be pretty, but it will be unforgettable.

Photo Coverage: THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE Cast Meets the Press!
by Walter McBride - Mar 19, 2011


The cast of Roundabout Theatre Company's new Broadway musical THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE, starring two time Tony® Award-winner Donna Murphy and directed by Leonard Foglia met the press on Friday, and BroadwayWorld.com was there!. THE PEOPLE IN THE PICTURE features book & lyrics by Iris Rainer Dart and music by Mike Stoller and Artie Butler.

Asolo Rep Presents LAS MENINAS 3/18-5/15
by BWW News Desk - Mar 18, 2011


Asolo Repertory Theatre is thrilled to introduce Florida audiences to Las Meninas, by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage.

FST Presents Laughing Matters: Unconditional Surrender, Opens April 1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 17, 2011


Laughing Matters, the ultimate hit of the Goldstein Cabaret, is back and bigger than ever!

Laughing Matters Brings The Laughs With 'Unconditional Surrender'
by Beau Higgins - Mar 17, 2011


Laughing Matters, the ultimate hit of the Goldstein Cabaret, is back and bigger than ever. Laughing Matters: Unconditional Surrender will parody national and local topics. From the new city commission to the new roundabouts, there's always something happening in Sarasota that we can all collectively laugh at. The show will have preview performances on March 30 and 31, with opening night on Friday, April 1.

THE MEETING* Hosted By Justin Sayre Returns To The Duplex 3/17
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2011


The Meeting* hosted by Justin Sayre, called "a riotously funny and campy variety show" by Next Magazine, and 'a rollicking, wry affair complete with funny political commentary on current events' by Gay City News, will present their newest edition on Thursday, March 17 at 9:30 PM.

Naked Girls Reading NYC Presents THE EMERALD ISLE 3/17
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2011


As the old saying goes, 'Tis better to have loved and lost your clothes, than never to have loved at all.'

Lyric Theatre Presents iGhost, Previews 3/25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 16, 2011


The Lyric Theatre on N. La Brea Avenue in Los Angeles, Dorrie Braun, Founder and Executive Director, has announced the world premiere of iGhost, a new musical with book by Doug Haverty, music by Adryan Russ, and lyrics by Adryan Russ and Doug Haverty, replacing the previously announced Dear World.

Photo Flash: IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Celebrates 100 Performances
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 16, 2011


Tonight Tuesday, March 15th, Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is thrilled to celebrate the 100th performance of the new Broadway production of Oscar Wilde's comedy The Importance of Being Earnest, directed by and starring Brian Bedford as 'Lady Bracknell,' at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd St.).

Hudson Stage Presents BOSTON MARRIAGE
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 15, 2011


Book your tickets now for Hudson Stage's production of David Mamet's wickedly entertaining BOSTON MARRIAGE.

IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Celebrates 100th Performance
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 15, 2011


Tonight Tuesday, March 15th, Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is thrilled to celebrate the 100th performance of the new Broadway production of Oscar Wilde's comedy The Importance of Being Earnest, directed by and starring Brian Bedford as 'Lady Bracknell,' at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd St.).

Aurora Theatre Company Announces 20th Anniversary Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 15, 2011


Berkeley?s acclaimed Aurora Theatre Company proudly announces the lineup for its 20th anniversary season. Paying homage to Aurora?s beginnings at the Berkeley City Club, and to its growth, both artistically and physically, over the past 19 seasons, the 2011-12 season is a true celebration of Aurora Theatre Company?s artistic past, present, and future.

BWW Reviews: The Rep's Arousing Production of IN THE NEXT ROOM OR THE VIBRATOR PLAY
by Chris Gibson - Mar 15, 2011


Playwright Sarah Ruhl has crafted a brilliantly funny and touching work with IN THE NEXT ROOM OR THE VIBRATOR PLAY, a piece that's as moving, in the end, as it is hilarious and erotic. While it concerns itself with the invention of the device mentioned in the title, it's also an amusing look at all things Victorian, and acts as a send-up of the kind of societal comedies that authors like Oscar Wilde made so famous. The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis has mounted an exceptional production of this arousing play that features a marvelous cast and savvy direction.

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