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Medicine Show Theatre Ensemble Presents DANCING FOOLS

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 Presents DANCING FOOLS

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 Presents DANCING FOOLS

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).

New Rep Announces CHERRY DOCS 10/18-11/7

New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is thrilled to present the New England Premiere of Cherry Docs by Canadian playwright David Gow. Cherry Docs opens for the press on Monday, October 18, 2010 at 7:30pm and plays through Sunday, November 7, 2010 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in the Charles Mosesian Theater.

Goodman Theatre Launches Playwright's Unit

Goodman Theatre proudly launches the Playwrights' Unit Unit-a brand new season-long residency program designed to nurture Chicago's most promising playwrights. The four inaugural writers, selected by Artistic Director and Director of New Play Development Robert Falls and the Goodman's artistic staff, are Seth Bockley (Jon, The Twins Would Like to Say; winner of the Goodman's 2009 Ofner Prize), Lisa Dillman (Detail of a Larger Work, Rock Shore), Laura Jacqmin (Ski Dubai, Look, We are Breathing) and Rohina M Malik alik (Yasmina's Necklace, Unveiled). The writers will develop new plays over the course of the residency, culminating in final readings of their works-in-progress in Spring 2011. The Playwrights' Unit is part of the Goodman's ongoing initiatives to commission and develop new plays. This ambitious program has resulted in such plays as the 2009 Pulitzer Prize-winner Ruined by Lynn Nottage and the upcoming Stage Kiss by Sarah Ruhl and Mary by Thomas Bradshaw-as well as the New Stages Series (January 14 - 16 and 21 - 23, 2011).

New Rep Announces CHERRY DOCS Talkbacks, 10/21-31

New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is thrilled to announce it will be holding post-performance talkbacks after select performances of Cherry Docs with keynote speakers, such as Davalene Cooper, a professor of law at New England Law, Boston; Barbara Wallace Grossman, a Professor of Drama at Tufts University, theater historian, and director; Peter B. Krupp, a prominent Criminal Defense Lawyer and founding partner of Lurie & Krupp, LLP; Jason Owens, a Substance Abuse Counselor and Court Advocate at ROCA in Chelsea; and Elyse Rast, Holocaust Programs Coordinator and Educator, Jewish Community Relations Council, to complement this powerful production.

New Rep Announces Post-Performance Talkbacks for CHERRY DOCS, Opens 10/18

New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is thrilled to announce it will be holding post-performance talkbacks after select performances of Cherry Docs with keynote speakers, such as Davalene Cooper, a professor of law at New England Law, Boston; Barbara Wallace Grossman, a Professor of Drama at Tufts University, theater historian, and director; Peter B. Krupp, a prominent Criminal Defense Lawyer and founding partner of Lurie & Krupp, LLP; Jason Owens, a Substance Abuse Counselor and Court Advocate at ROCA in Chelsea; and Elyse Rast, Holocaust Programs Coordinator and Educator, Jewish Community Relations Council, to complement this powerful production.

New Rep Announces CHERRY DOCS Talkbacks, 10/21-31

New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is thrilled to announce it will be holding post-performance talkbacks after select performances of Cherry Docs with keynote speakers, such as Davalene Cooper, a professor of law at New England Law, Boston; Barbara Wallace Grossman, a Professor of Drama at Tufts University, theater historian, and director; Peter B. Krupp, a prominent Criminal Defense Lawyer and founding partner of Lurie & Krupp, LLP; Jason Owens, a Substance Abuse Counselor and Court Advocate at ROCA in Chelsea; and Elyse Rast, Holocaust Programs Coordinator and Educator, Jewish Community Relations Council, to complement this powerful production.

New Rep Announces Post-Performance Talkbacks for CHERRY DOCS

New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is thrilled to announce it will be holding post-performance talkbacks after select performances of Cherry Docs with keynote speakers, such as Davalene Cooper, a professor of law at New England Law, Boston; Barbara Wallace Grossman, a Professor of Drama at Tufts University, theater historian, and director; Peter B. Krupp, a prominent Criminal Defense Lawyer and founding partner of Lurie & Krupp, LLP; Jason Owens, a Substance Abuse Counselor and Court Advocate at ROCA in Chelsea; and Elyse Rast, Holocaust Programs Coordinator and Educator, Jewish Community Relations Council, to complement this powerful production.

New Rep Announces CHERRY DOCS 10/18-11/7

New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is thrilled to present the New England Premiere of Cherry Docs by Canadian playwright David Gow. Cherry Docs opens for the press on Monday, October 18, 2010 at 7:30pm and plays through Sunday, November 7, 2010 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in the Charles Mosesian Theater.

Roth Transfers DIVINE SISTER to Soho Playhouse; Begins Previews 9/12

Producer Daryl Roth announces that following a sold out developmental run last spring, THE DIVINE SISTER, the new comedy written by and starring Charles Busch, directed by Carl Andress, will transfer to the SoHo Playhouse (15 Vandam Street) featuring the entire original company: Alison Fraser, Amy Rutberg, Jennifer Van Dyck, Jonathan Walker, and Julie Halston.

Woodstock Fringe Closes TRUMPET OF FREEDOM

OLD HICKORY is a story about a man with a little problem - two really -a fearsome ex-wife who won't leave him alone and a knife . . . and he's been having these thoughts. Set today in the mountains of West Virginia, Old Hickory is a ‘hillbilly gothic' comedy about one man's journey to his moment of decision, with his trusty knife (and the guidance of a mountain shaman named Catfish).

Horse Trade Theater Group Closes THE LAST SUPPER 8/25

The Rising Sun Performance Company presents the main stage selection of their 9th season: THE LAST SUPPER, the New York City stage adaptation premiere of the 1995 cult film by Dan Rosen. Artistic Director Akia (Hellcab, Good Night Lovin' Trail) gathers an impressive cast and crew of over 40 NYC theatre artists.

Woodstock Fringe Presents OLD HICKORY, Closes 8/22

OLD HICKORY is a story about a man with a little problem - two really -a fearsome ex-wife who won't leave him alone and a knife . . . and he's been having these thoughts. Set today in the mountains of West Virginia, Old Hickory is a ‘hillbilly gothic' comedy about one man's journey to his moment of decision, with his trusty knife (and the guidance of a mountain shaman named Catfish).

Woodstock Fringe Presents OLD HICKORY

OLD HICKORY is a story about a man with a little problem - two really -a fearsome ex-wife who won't leave him alone and a knife . . . and he's been having these thoughts. Set today in the mountains of West Virginia, Old Hickory is a ‘hillbilly gothic' comedy about one man's journey to his moment of decision, with his trusty knife (and the guidance of a mountain shaman named Catfish).

Woodstock Fringe Presents OLD HICKORY, 8/12

OLD HICKORY is a story about a man with a little problem - two really -a fearsome ex-wife who won't leave him alone and a knife . . . and he's been having these thoughts. Set today in the mountains of West Virginia, Old Hickory is a ‘hillbilly gothic' comedy about one man's journey to his moment of decision, with his trusty knife (and the guidance of a mountain shaman named Catfish).

Woodstock Fringe Presents OLD HICKORY, 8/12

OLD HICKORY is a story about a man with a little problem - two really -a fearsome ex-wife who won't leave him alone and a knife . . . and he's been having these thoughts. Set today in the mountains of West Virginia, Old Hickory is a ‘hillbilly gothic' comedy about one man's journey to his moment of decision, with his trusty knife (and the guidance of a mountain shaman named Catfish).

Woodstock Fringe Presents OLD HICKORY, 8/12

OLD HICKORY is a story about a man with a little problem - two really -a fearsome ex-wife who won't leave him alone and a knife . . . and he's been having these thoughts. Set today in the mountains of West Virginia, Old Hickory is a ‘hillbilly gothic' comedy about one man's journey to his moment of decision, with his trusty knife (and the guidance of a mountain shaman named Catfish).

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