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Natalie Joy Johnson Joins NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS June 13
by BWW News Desk - Jun 13, 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 second annual Pride benefit for The Ali Forney Center at Joe's Pub on Monday, June 13 at 7:00 PM.

2011 Tony Awards: Mark Rylance Wins 'Best Leading Actor in a Play'
by BWW Special Coverage - Jun 13, 2011

The American Theatre Wing's 64th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 13, 2011 and broadcast on the CBS Television Network. For more information visit tonyawards.com.

2011 Tony Awards: THE NORMAL HEART Wins 'Best Revival of a Play'
by BWW Special Coverage - Jun 13, 2011

The American Theatre Wing's 64th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 13, 2011 and broadcast on the CBS Television Network. For more information visit tonyawards.com.

Toronto Fringe Box Office Opens Wednesday
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 11, 2011

With a cast of 13 led by some of the biggest names in the Toronto musical theatre scene, The Giant's Garden is one of the best bargains of the summer theatre festival with advance tickets only $11 and tickets at the door at $10.

Taproot Theatre Presents SOMETHING'S AFOOT, 7/15-8/14
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 9, 2011

Taproot Theatre Company continues its 35th Anniversary Season this summer with Something's Afoot. 'The butler didn't do it!' So starts this murder mystery musical that has been delighting audiences for decades. When wealthy Lord Rancour is found dead at his lakeside estate, the race to find out whodunit begins.

Brava Theater Presents The Importance of being Earnest
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 9, 2011

Fun, Fabulous, Food Filled Nights!...Coming together around a mouthwatering table of small plates, we create an experience in the theatre that is intimate and delicious.

World Premiere of Posing Comes to The New Theatre Project 7/5-24
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 9, 2011

The much anticipated world premiere of Posing by Jason Sebacher comes to The New Theatre Project stage July 5-24.

Photo Flash: First Look at New Group/ Tectonic Theatre's ONE ARM
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 8, 2011

The New Group and Tectonic Theater Project proudly present One Arm, set to play May 19 - July 2 in a limited Off-Broadway engagement marking a New York premiere. Based on a short story and unproduced screenplay by Tennessee Williams, One Arm is adapted for the stage and directed by Moisés Kaufman. Official Opening Night is slated for Thursday, June 9 at 7:00 PM at The New Group @ Theatre Row.

Music Institute of Chicago Presents Blair Thomas & Company in A Kite’s Tale
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 7, 2011

The Music Institute of Chicago, which aims to engage arts enthusiasts of all ages, presents the puppet theatre company Blair Thomas & Company in A Kite's Tale, combining theatre and puppetry, set to "Pictures at an Exhibition" by Modest Mussorgsky.

BWW Reviews: 4th Wall Theatre's A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 7, 2011

'Love Who You Love', the haunting melody that is sung multiple times throughout A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE, truly encompasses the message of this heartfelt production currently running at the 4th Wall Theater in Bloomfield.

Jackie Hoffman, Daisy Eagan, & More Join 'Night of a Thousand Judys,' 6/13
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 6, 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 second annual Pride benefit for The Ali Forney Center at Joe's Pub on Monday, June 13 at 7:00 PM.

Noho Arts Presents DEPARTURES, Opens June 10
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 6, 2011

The multi-award-winning NoHo Arts Center Ensemble (NoHo ACE) presents a newly revised version of the play developed by the company, DEPARTURES, written by Michael Catlin, Effie Hortis, Jim Lunsford, James J. Mellon, Duane Poole, Penelope Richards, Jed Schlanger and Mark Wyrick, and directed by James J. Mellon.

Naked July: Art Stripped Down Held at The National Pastime Theater 7/24
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 6, 2011

The National Pastime Theater, Chicago's premier theatrical provocateurs, presents their third annual fine arts festival Naked July: Art Stripped Down.

Ground UP's THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Plays The Summit Playhouse, Closes 6/5
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2011

The Summit Playhouse graciously welcomes Ground UP and will host Ground UP's production of Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Earnest, closing June 5, 2011. In the words of the playwright himself, this classic farce is 'A trivial comedy for serious people,' and is certain to delight audiences of all ages! A Victorian classic, done in classic, Ground UP Style!

THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Enters Final Weeks of Performances
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 3, 2011

Final weeks have begun for the limited engagement of Roundabout Theatre Company's critically acclaimed and Tony nominated production of Oscar Wilde's comedy The Importance of Being Earnest, directed by and starring Brian Bedford as 'Lady Bracknell.' The final performance of the 28-week run will be Sunday, June 26th at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd St.).

Diversionary Theatre Announces 2011/2012 Season, Begins With Poster Boys
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 3, 2011

Diversionary Theatre has announced the company's 2011/2012 productions and presentations.

4th Wall Presents A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE at Westminster Arts Center, 6/3 - 19
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2011

4th Wall Theatre closes its 2010-2011 season with A Man of No Importance with a book Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens.

Natalie Joy Johnson Joins NIGHT OF A THOUSAND JUDYS June 13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 2, 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 second annual Pride benefit for The Ali Forney Center at Joe's Pub on Monday, June 13 at 7:00 PM.

Music Institute of Chicago Presents Blair Thomas & Company in A Kite’s Tale
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 2, 2011

The Music Institute of Chicago, which aims to engage arts enthusiasts of all ages, presents the puppet theatre company Blair Thomas & Company in A Kite's Tale, combining theatre and puppetry, set to "Pictures at an Exhibition" by Modest Mussorgsky.

Roundabout's IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Released in Movie Theaters Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 2, 2011

Roundabout Theatre Company's (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) critically acclaimed Broadway production of Oscar Wilde's comedy The Importance of Being Earnest, directed by and starring Brian Bedford, was filmed live with multiple high definition cameras during public performances on March 11 and 12, 2011 at the American Airlines Theatre (227 West 42nd St.).

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