What makes someone a true artist? Does it have to do with skill? Passion? A unique eye? Or is it about letting go of earthly things and embracing the traditions set forth by generations of artists before them? And what happens when the path to artistic enlightenment leads to a deep-seated conflict with one's values, religion, and family expectations? Such are the conflicts at the heart of Aaron Posner's MY NAME IS ASHER LEV, based on the book by Chaim Potok, which is now playing at Playhouse on Park in West Hartford, CT.
My Name is Asher Lev, the award-winning play by Aaron Posner, based on the best-selling novel by Chaim Potok, opens at Playhouse on Park on April 26. Due to strong ticket sales and many shows already close to selling out, several shows have been added to the run.
For the fifth production in their 47th annual summer season, Cortland Repertory Theatre will present the hysterical, contemporary comedy Women in Jeopardy! written by Wendy MacLeod.
For the fifth production in their 47th annual summer season, Cortland Repertory Theatre will present the hysterical, contemporary comedy Women in Jeopardy! written by Wendy MacLeod. Performances will run from August 15 - 25 with evening show times at 7:30.
Award-winning Jamaican actress Dianne Dixon has joined the cast of the World Premiere musical Falling in Love With Mr. Dellamort, which opens for a limited run at the legendary Slipper Room in Manhattan today, December 6.
Award-winning Jamaican actress Dianne Dixon has joined the cast of the World Premiere musical Falling in Love With Mr. Dellamort, which opens for a limited run at the legendary Slipper Room in Manhattan on Wednesday, December 6.
The Mayor of Williamsburg welcomes Bernard Holcomb, Caitlin Mesiano, Charlie Tingen, Chloe Fox, Claudillea Holloway, Eric Michael Parker, Michelle Ireton, Nicholas Connolly, Raquel Suarez Groen, Stefanie Londino, Tony Mowatt, and Vincent Hale as the cast.
Theatre NOW New York's production of CARRIE, The Musical will open on Halloween weekend and run Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm from October 30 to November 7 at the Irvington Town Hall Theater (85 Main St., Irvington NY). Tickets are available at TNNY.org or by calling the box office toll free at 855-254-7469
The York Theatre Company, and its acclaimed Developmental Reading Series, will present two new works: Angel in My Heart that has book, music & lyrics by Bob Ost, with additional music by Kenn Schmidt, and What Do Critics Know? with book by Matt Gurren and music & lyrics by James Campodonico and Mr. Gurren at The York Theatre Company at Saint Peter's (619 Lexington Avenue, entrance on East 54th Street, just east of Lexington Avenue). The readings are open to the public with a suggested donation of $5.00.
LA MUSE VENALE (M. Stefan Strozier, Producer) to present the world premiere of a new musical by Robert L. Hecker (HONESTLY ABE) at the Actors Temple Theater (339 West 47th St). Limited engagement tonight, October 21st through November 16th.
LA MUSE VENALE (M. Stefan Strozier, Producer) to present the world premiere of a new musical by Robert L. Hecker (HONESTLY ABE) at the Actors Temple Theater (339 West 47th St). Limited engagement October 21st through November 16th.
