Shattered Globe Theatre Names Sandy Shinner New Producing Artistic Director
by Tyler Peterson
- Oct 4, 2013
Shattered Globe Theatre is pleased to announce the appointment of Sandy Shinner as its new, full-time Producing Artistic Director. Shinner, who served more than 25 years as Associate Artistic Director at Chicago's Tony Award-winning Victory Gardens Theater, steps into the newly-created post following work as a project consultant for Shattered Globe under a grant from the Field Foundation. Shinner, who has directed over 100 productions in her career at theaters including Actors Theatre of Louisville's Humana Festival and Steppenwolf's First Look Rep, created and produced the nationally known IGNITION! Festival at Victory Gardens and was co-director of the award-winning Access Project. Roger Smart, who has served as Shattered Globe's Artistic Director since 2010, leaves his position to teach at West Virginia University. Smart, one of Shattered Globe's original members, will remain in the company's Ensemble.
OTHER PEOPLE'S MONEY, MILL FIRE & More Set for Shattered Globe Theatre's 2013-14 Season
by Tyler Peterson
- Jul 30, 2013
Shattered Globe Theatre has announced its 22nd Season, to be performed in its new artistic home as a resident theatre company at Chicago's Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. The 2013-14 Season kicks off this fall with Jerry Sterner's provocative play OTHER PEOPLE'S MONEY, directed by Victory Gardens Artistic Director Emeritus Dennis Zacek. In the winter, SGT presents six-time Tony Award nominee and Olivier Award winner OUR COUNTRY'S GOOD by Timberlake Wertenbaker, directed by SGT Artistic Director Roger Smart. The season concludes in the spring with Sally Nemeth's searing drama MILL FIRE, directed by Sandy Shinner. Tickets for SGT's 2013-14 Season will go sale at a future date at www.shatteredglobe.org, in person at the Theater Wit Box office or (773) 975-8150.
Mike Vandercook Joins Raue Center as Director of Production
by Tyler Peterson
- Jul 12, 2013
'Raue Center is overjoyed to welcome Michael Vandercook! He's a hell of a great guy-a true gentlemen. He's one of the finest minds in the industry and he is anxious to start working with the team. We continue to build Raue Center into a regional powerhouse with nationally recognized artist as well as incredibly successful in house programs like Williams Street Repertory, The National Piano Conference and Lucy's Cafe.'
RIPPED: The Living Newspaper Festival Set for 6/24 at Greenhouse Theater Center
by Tyler Peterson
- Jun 19, 2013
American Blues Theater and Producing Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside are proud to announce their annual fundraiser RIPPED: The Living Newspaper Festival takes place Monday, June 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Greenhouse Theater Center, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave. Tickets are a suggesting donation of $10 at the door. In addition to performances, there is a performance from The Lincoln Squares, complimentary hors d'oeuvres and drinks. For more information go to americanbluestheater.com or call 312.725.4228.
Photo Flash: First Look at Remy Bumppo Theatre's CREDITORS, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Apr 10, 2013
August Strindberg told his publisher that Creditors was 'humorous, loveable, all of its characters sympathetic.' That may say more about Strindberg than Creditors. The play does indeed have its comic moments, but it is a humor as dark as midwinter Sweden. BroadwayWorld has a first look at Remy Bumppo Theatre Company's production below!
Remy Bumppo Presents CREDITORS, 4/10-6/2
by Kelsey Denette
- Mar 7, 2013
August Strindberg told his publisher that Creditors was 'humorous, loveable, all of its characters sympathetic.' That may say more about Strindberg than Creditors. The play does indeed have its comic moments, but it is a humor as dark as midwinter Sweden.
The International Voices Project Announces Line Up for Fourth Annual Series
by Kelsey Denette
- Jan 31, 2013
Playwrights from Switzerland, France, Canada, Egypt, Austria, Brazil, Italy, and Wales are all represented in the 4th annual International Voices Project (IVP 2013), running from March 7 to March 17 at Victory Gardens Theater in Chicago. The International Voices Project is the largest event of its kind in the country and introduces Chicago audiences to some of the most exciting voices on the international theater scene.
Photo Flash: First Look at Steve Key, Dennis Zacek and More in American Blues Theater's ILLEGAL USE OF HANDS
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 6, 2012
American Blues Theater opens its season with the world premiere of Illegal Use of Hands by Emmy Award-winner, two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and ABT Artistic Affiliate James Still, directed by Sandy Shinner, August 31 - September 30 at Victory Gardens' Richard Christiansen Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Avenue. Press opening for Illegal Use of Hands is Thursday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $10 - $39. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the productions photos below.
TV: First Look at American Blues Theater's ILLEGAL USE OF HANDS
by Nicole Rosky
- Sep 4, 2012
American Blues Theater opens its season with the world premiere of Illegal Use of Hands by Emmy Award-winner, two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and ABT Artistic Affiliate James Still, directed by Sandy Shinner, August 31 - September 30 at Victory Gardens' Richard Christiansen Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Avenue. Press opening for Illegal Use of Hands is Thursday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $10 - $39. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show below!
American Blues Theater Presents ILLEGAL USE OF HANDS World Premiere, Now thru 9/30
by BWW News Desk
- Aug 31, 2012
American Blues Theater (ABT), Chicago's second oldest Equity ensemble, kicks off the Ensemble's 27th season with the world premiere of Illegal Use of Hands by Emmy Award-winner, two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and ABT Artistic Affiliate James Still, directed by Sandy Shinner, tonight, August 31 - September 30 at Victory Gardens' Richard Christiansen Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Avenue. Press opening for Illegal Use of Hands is Thursday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $10 - $39. Complete ticket information including ticket on-sale date and performance schedule will be announced at a later date.
2012 Equity Jeff Award Nominations Announced
by BWW News Desk
- Aug 21, 2012
The Jeff Awards Committee announced 197 nominations in 34 categories for Chicago Equity theatrical productions, which opened between August 1, 2011, and July 31, 2012. The Jeff Awards judges attended opening nights of 118 Equity productions offered by 55 producing organizations. From these openings, 96 productions were 'Jeff Recommended,' which made them eligible for award nominations.
Chicago Shakespeare Theater's FOLLIES, Goodman Theatre Lead Jeff Awards Equity Nominations
by Kelsey Denette
- Aug 21, 2012
The Jeff Awards Committee today announced 197 nominations in 34 categories for Chicago Equity theatrical productions, which opened between August 1, 2011, and July 31, 2012. The Jeff Awards judges attended opening nights of 118 Equity productions offered by 55 producing organizations. From these openings, 96 productions were 'Jeff Recommended,' which made them eligible for award nominations.
ILLEGAL USE OF HANDS Begins 8/31 at American Blues Theater
by Kelsey Denette
- Aug 14, 2012
American Blues Theater opens its season with the world premiere of Illegal Use of Hands by Emmy Award-winner, two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and ABT Artistic Affiliate James Still, directed by Sandy Shinner, August 31 - September 30 at Victory Gardens' Richard Christiansen Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Avenue. Press opening for Illegal Use of Hands is Thursday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $10 - $39. Complete ticket information including ticket on-sale date and performance schedule will be announced at a later date.
American Blues Theater Announces 2012-2013 Season
by Tyler Peterson
- Jul 26, 2012
Producing Artistic Director Gwendolyn Whiteside of American Blues Theater (ABT), Chicago's second oldest Equity ensemble, proudly announces the Ensemble's 27th season will take place at the Victory Gardens Biograph Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Ave.. For more information, visit americanbluestheater.com.
American Blues Theater Presents ILLEGAL USE OF HANDS World Premiere, 8/31-9/30
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 11, 2012
American Blues Theater (ABT), Chicago's second oldest Equity ensemble, kicks off the Ensemble's 27th season with the world premiere of Illegal Use of Hands by Emmy Award-winner, two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and ABT Artistic Affiliate James Still, directed by Sandy Shinner, August 31 - September 30 at Victory Gardens' Richard Christiansen Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Avenue. Press opening for Illegal Use of Hands is Thursday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $10 - $39. Complete ticket information including ticket on-sale date and performance schedule will be announced at a later date.
ILLEGAL USE OF HANDS Opens 8/31 at American Blues Theater
by Kelsey Denette
- Jun 11, 2012
American Blues Theater (ABT), Chicago's second oldest Equity ensemble, proudly kicks off the Ensemble's 27th season with the world premiere of Illegal Use of Hands by Emmy Award-winner, two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and ABT Artistic Affiliate James Still, directed by Sandy Shinner, August 31 - September 30 at Victory Gardens' Richard Christiansen Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Avenue. Press opening for Illegal Use of Hands is Thursday, Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. Tickets range from $10 - $39. Complete ticket information including ticket on-sale date and performance schedule will be announced at a later date.
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