Learn the creative process and get a glimpse behind the scenes of Performance Network Theatre's production of Joseph Zettelmaier's CHRISTMAS CAROL'D, an adaptation of Charles Dickens' holiday classic. The Behind the Scenes event will be held on Sunday, December 20, 2009 at 4:15pm, following the 2pm matinee performance.
Playhouse Jr., the children's theatre company of Point Park University's Conservatory of Performing Arts, opens its 2009-2010 season with an adaptation of Dylan Thomas's classic poem A Child's Christmas in Wales
Lucky patrons who purchase tickets for Performance Network Theatre's December 24th performance of Joseph Zettelmaier's CHRISTMAS CAROL'D will be treated to goodies and cheer following the show.
Performance Network announces their production of 'K2' by Patrick Meyers, beginning January 7 and running through February 7, 2010. 'K2' stars John Manfredi (A PICASSO) and James Bowen (FENCES) and is directed by Tim Rhoze (FENCES).
California Institute of the Arts' (CalArts) School of Theater begins its yearlong celebration of the works of Adrienne Kennedy with Funnyhouse of a Negro.
Theater Latté Da today announced casting for Violet, the rarely-produced musical which it will present in the Dowling Studio at the Guthrie, February 26 - March 21, 2010. Under the direction of Theater Latté Da artistic director Peter Rothstein, the production features a score by Tony Award nominee Jeanine Tesori, the composer whose music brought Tony Kushner's book and lyrics for Caroline, or Change to life. Britta Ollmann - a childhood star of the Children's Theatre Company who originated title roles in Pippi Longstocking, Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse and Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz - will play the title role. Ollman recently returned to the Twin Cities after completing her studies at New York University and appearing in the Broadway premiere of A Catered Affair.
Playhouse Jr., the children's theatre company of Point Park University's Conservatory of Performing Arts, opens its 2009-2010 season with an adaptation of Dylan Thomas's classic poem A Child's Christmas in Wales
Learn the creative process and get a glimpse behind the scenes of Performance Network Theatre's production of Joseph Zettelmaier's CHRISTMAS CAROL'D, an adaptation of Charles Dickens' holiday classic. The Behind the Scenes event will be held on Sunday, December 20, 2009 at 4:15pm, following the 2pm matinee performance.
California Institute of the Arts' (CalArts) School of Theater begins its yearlong celebration of the works of Adrienne Kennedy with Funnyhouse of a Negro.
Following critical acclaim and popular demand, Playwrights Horizons (Tim Sanford, Artistic Director; Leslie Marcus, Managing Director) has announced a three-week extension for the World Premiere of THIS, the new play by Obie Award winner Melissa James Gibson (Suitcase, [sic]). Directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin ([sic], eight seasons as Artistic Director of Soho Rep), the production opened Wednesday, December 2. Originally set to run through Sunday, December 13, the limited engagement will now play through Sunday, January 3, 2010 at the theater company's Mainstage Theater (416 West 42nd Street). This date represents the latest extension possible for the show.
Performance Network Theatre presents IMAGINE THAT! with children's performers Janet Marie and m'Archibald on Saturday, January 16 at 1pm. This all-ages show, part of the Children's Theatre Network's Saturday Series for Young Audiences, is followed by a free cookies and milk reception.
Penumbra Theatre Company, the nation's preeminent African American theatre, proudly announces the opening of Black Nativity: A Season for Change, by T. Mychael Rambo and Lou Bellamy, directed by Dominic Taylor, with musical direction by Sanford Moore on Thursday, December 3, 2009. The production will run December 3 - December 27, 2009.
In celebration of over ten years of creating holiday musicals specifically written with multigenerational appeal, one of Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati's (ETC) most popular family-friendly holiday productions, SLEEPING BEAUTY by Joseph McDonough and David Kisor, returns December 2 through January 3 and is directed by D. Lynn Meyers. In the tradition of ETC's 'fractured fairytale' holiday productions, SLEEPING BEAUTY is a modern spin on the classic fairytale, and features Briar Rose, her overprotective parents, a rock n' roll prince, and three wacky fairies (and an evil one!).
Arden Theatre Company's 2009/10 children's theatre series begins with an all-new adaptation of Peter Pan. Ever since J.M. Barrie's story first appeared in 1904, countless versions have been produced on stage and in film.
Playhouse Jr., the children's theatre company of Point Park University's Conservatory of Performing Arts, opens its 2009-2010 season with an adaptation of Dylan Thomas's classic poem A Child's Christmas in Wales
In celebration of their upcoming milestone 20th anniversary season, Theatre at the Center, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana, one of Chicago's top musical theaters, will host seven exciting educational workshops for the young theater enthusiasts of Chicagoland.
Penumbra Theatre Company, the nation's preeminent African American theatre, proudly announces the opening of Black Nativity: A Season for Change, by T. Mychael Rambo and Lou Bellamy, directed by Dominic Taylor, with musical direction by Sanford Moore on Thursday, December 3, 2009. The production will run December 3 - December 27, 2009.