Paice, Morton, Kushnier Lead Cast Of CHESS At Signature Theatre Thru 9/26
by Lauren Wolman
- Aug 29, 2010
CHESS opened at the Signature Theatre on August 10 and will run through September 26. The cast is lead by Jill Paice (Curtains, The 39 Steps) as Florence Vassy, Euan Morton (Boy George in Taboo, Sondheim on Sondheim) as Anatoly Sergievsky and Jeremy Kushnier (Footloose, Rent) as Freddie Trumper. The rock musical is directed by Signature's Artistic Director Eric Schaeffer. Written by Mamma Mia! composers Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson with Evita and Lion King lyricist Tim Rice, the 1984 cult musical of Cold War competition in love and chess is being given its first major Washington area production. Chess is being performed in the fabulous intimacy of the 276-seat MAX Theatre.
Pride Films & Plays to Feature the Work of Terrence McNally Beginning 8/29
by BWW News Desk
- Aug 29, 2010
Pride Films & Plays, an international network of writers and professionals working in film and theater, announces that its next reading series will feature THE GREAT PLAYS OF TERRENCE McNALLY, a survey of his works written between 1975 and 2006. Beginning Sunday, August 29 and running through Sunday, October 24.
ALL DAY SUCKERS Plays 14th Annual Fringe Fest 8/13-29
by BWW
News Desk
- Aug 29, 2010
New Feet Productions and Adam Blanshay, in association with The Present Company, present the World Premiere of the dark political comedy ALL DAY SUCKERS by playwright/author Susan Dworkin (THE NAZI OFFICER'S WIFE, THE VIKING IN THE WHEAT FIELD), directed by Jessica Bauman (MILK, INTO THE HAZARD (HENRY 5)) - as part of the 14th Annual New York International Fringe Festival with five performances only, between August 13-29 at the Robert Moss Theatre at 440 Studios (440 Lafayette Street, 3rd Floor) in Manhattan.
Signature Theatre Holds CHECKMATE!, A Cold World Themed Scavenger Hunt 8/28
by BWW
News Desk
- Aug 28, 2010
Signature Theatre, currently producing Chess, the legendary rock musical of love and espionage, is holding a Cold War themed scavenger hunt in association with the International Spy Museum and promotional partner PostPoints on Saturday, August 28 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm throughout Washington, DC. The event will occur rain or shine.
Faith Prince Leads BILLY ELLIOT 2nd National Tour as 'Wilkinson;' Cast Complete
by Jessica Lewis
- Aug 25, 2010
Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films and Old Vic Productions announced the full casting today for the second national tour of Billy Elliot the Musical beginning October 30 at the Durham Performing Arts Center. Tony Award-winner Faith Prince stars as Mrs. Wilkinson along with Giuseppe Bausilio, Michael Dameski, Kylend Hetherington, Lex Ishimoto and Daniel Russell in the role of 'Billy.'
Signature Theatre Holds CHECKMATE!, A Cold World Themed Scavenger Hunt 8/28
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Aug 25, 2010
Signature Theatre, currently producing Chess, the legendary rock musical of love and espionage, is holding a Cold War themed scavenger hunt in association with the International Spy Museum and promotional partner PostPoints on Saturday, August 28 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm throughout Washington, DC. The event will occur rain or shine.
York to Honor Thomas Meehan with Oscar Hammerstein Award 11/22
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Aug 23, 2010
The award winning York Theatre Company (James Morgan, Producing Artistic Director) will honor Tony Award winning librettist Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray, Elf) with the 19th Oscar Hammerstein Award for Lifetime Achievement in Musical Theatre on Monday, November 22, 2010.
Ngozi Anyanwu, Kelly AuCoin & More Set For ESPA*DRILLS READINGS
by BWW
News Desk
- Aug 22, 2010
Primary Stages Marvin and Anne Einhorn School of Performing Arts (ESPA) has announced casting for its inaugural ESPA*Drills Readings, a new play development program enabling four ESPA playwrights the opportunity to workshop their plays at Primary Stages and present full readings at 59E59 Theaters.
SHAKIN' THE MESS OUTTA MISERY to Play Horizon Theatre, 7/2-8/22
by BWW
News Desk
- Aug 22, 2010
Shay Youngblood's SHAKIN' THE MESS OUTTA MISERY will hit the Horizon Theatre stage once again from July 2nd through August 22nd. SHAKIN' THE MESS OUTTA MISERY was Horizon's first ever world premiere and this production will mark the show's return to the Horizon stage.
Photo Flash: MASTER CLASS Philippines Production Shots!
by Oliver Oliveros
- Aug 21, 2010
The Silliman University Cultural Affairs Committee and the Philippine Opera Company bring 'Master Class' to Dumaguete City, a Philippine province of Negros Oriental, over the weekend. Ms. Gil performs alongside Florence Aguilar (Sophie de Palma), Juan Alberto Gaerlan (Anthony Candolino), Ana Feleo (Sharon Graham), Francis Amora (pianist), and Chino Veguillas (stagehand). Michael Williams directs.
Juilliard Presents 2010-2011 Season Feat. Fourth Year Actors
by Molly Hagan
- Aug 16, 2010
Juilliard's Drama Division announced the complete schedule for its 2010-2011 season of fully-staged productions featuring students in their fourth and final year of acting training at Juilliard. This season's plays include Lorraine Hansberry's A RAISIN IN THE SUN, directed by Jade King Carroll, October 20-24; David Auburn's PROOF, directed by Harris Yulin, November 11-15; and Chekhov's THE SEAGULL, directed by Richard Feldman, December 9-13.
WaterTower Theatre Presents THE FULL MONTY, 7/22-8/15
by BWW
News Desk
- Aug 15, 2010
WaterTower Theatre presents THE FULL MONTY from July 22nd to August 15th. WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Terry Martin directs The Full Monty, which is the final production of the Company's 2009-2010 season. This production is made possible, in part, by AT&T Real Yellow Pages.
WaterTower Theatre Presents THE FULL MONTY 7/22-8/15
by BWW
News Desk
- Aug 15, 2010
WaterTower Theatre proudly presents The Full Monty July 22 - August 15. WaterTower Theatre Producing Artistic Director Terry Martin directs The Full Monty, which is the final production of the Company's 2009-2010 season. This production is made possible, in part, by AT&T Real Yellow Pages.
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