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Photo Flash: Stephen Colbert Visits MY NAME IS ASHER LEV Off-Broadway

After opening to critical acclaim, My Name is Asher Lev, the hit play written by Aaron Posner and adapted from the novel by Chaim Potok (The Chosen) at The Westside Theatre (407 W. 43rd Street) has extended its run for the third time, through September 1, 2013. Stephen Colbert recently visited the cast of My Name is Asher Lev at The Westside Theatre. Scroll down for a photo of him backstage!

Gene Weygandt, Tim Kazurinsky and More to Lead OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES in Chicago

The producers of the hit Off-Broadway show OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES have announced that the upcoming engagement at Chicago's Royal George Theatre will feature a quintet of familiar (and not-so-old) faces: Dara Cameron, Alex Goodrich, Tim Kazurinsky, Renee Matthews and Gene Weygandt. OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES begins performances on the Main Stage of the Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted Street, Tuesday, September 24, and officially opens Wednesday, October 2, at 7:30p.m.

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS Returns to Minneapolis in May

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS, described as the provocative and wickedly funny theatrical adaptation of the C.S. Lewis novel about spiritual warfare from a demon's point of view, will return to Minneapolis for three performances only, after a successful engagement in May 2011. The production will run at the Pantages Theatre, 710 Hennepin Avenue, on Friday, May 10 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, May 11 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.

MY NAME IS ASHER LEV Cast Comes to 92Y Tribeca, 3/28

The cast of My Name is Asher Lev, Ari Brand, Mark Nelson, Ilana Levine, Naama Potok, and Jonathan Raviv come to 92YTribeca on Thursday, March 28 from 12-1pm for a conversation about this highly-praised new play based on the best-selling novel by Chaim Potok (author of The Chosen). The cast will also perform a few of their favorite excerpts from the show.

BWW Interviews: Don Farrell Discusses Stage Door Player's I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE

On March 22nd, The Stage Door Players, Dunwoody's professional theatre company, presents Off-Broadway's long running musical, 'I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change', featuring book and Lyrics by Joe DiPietro and music by Jimmy Roberts. The comedic musical explores the truths behind the complicated nature of 'the enigma known as 'the relationship.' Exploring the journey from dating and waiting to love and marriage, to the agonies and triumphs of in-laws and newborns.'

National Tour of THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS Returns to Indianapolis in June

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS will return to Indianapolis by popular demand for two performances only, after a sold-out engagement in March 2012. The production will run at the Clowes Memorial Hall at Butler University, 4602 Sunset Avenue, Indianapolis, Saturday, June 1 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.

MY NAME IS ASHER LEV Extends Through September 1

After opening to critical acclaim, My Name is Asher Lev, the hit play adapted from the novel by Chaim Potok (The Chosen) at The Westside Theatre (407 W. 43rd Street) has just announced that it will extend its run for the third time, through September 1, 2013.

C.S. Lewis' THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS Returns to Colorado Springs, 4/27

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS will return to Colorado Springs for two performances only, after selling out in 2011. The limited engagement will run at the Pikes Peak Center, 190 South Cascade Avenue in Colorado Springs, on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.

National Tour of C.S. Lewis' THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS Returns to Austin Today

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS, the provocative and wickedly funny theatrical adaptation of the C.S. Lewis novel about spiritual warfare from a demon's point of view, continues the third year of its National Tour with a return to Austin, where it played two sold out performances at Paramount Theatre in February 2010. This limited engagement will be at the Bass Concert Hall, Texas Performing Arts at UT Austin, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive, today, February 16 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.

OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES to Open in Chicago This Fall

The hit off-Broadway show OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES takes up residence on the Main Stage of Chicago's Royal George Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted Street, beginning performances Tuesday, September 24, and officially opening Wednesday, October 2, at 7:30p.m.

LOVE…'ROUND THE PIANO Benefits Gretna Theatre at Lantern Lodge Tonight

The Third Annual 'Love 'Round the Piano' will take place at The Lantern Lodge, 411 N. College Street, Myerstown, PA this evening, February 9th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. This romantic musical cabaret will feature Gretna Theatre stars from recent past seasons including Christopher Vettel, Laura D'Andre, Erin Burniston and Joe Byrne.

BWW Likes: Historic Winter Storm and LES MIZ

BroadwayWorld.com noticed something today as we scoured Facebook and it's something that we really liked, so we wanted to share it with you because it's not so often that you find such generosity for actors. This weekend, all roads lead to St. Louis as actors are headed there from all over the country to audition for the Muny's summer production of LES MISERABLES directed by Richard Jay-Alexander and with music direction by Kevin Stites.

National Tour of C.S. Lewis' THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS Returns to Austin, 2/16

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS, the provocative and wickedly funny theatrical adaptation of the C.S. Lewis novel about spiritual warfare from a demon's point of view, continues the third year of its National Tour with a return to Austin, where it played two sold out performances at Paramount Theatre in February 2010. This limited engagement will be at the Bass Concert Hall, Texas Performing Arts at UT Austin, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive, on Saturday, February 16 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.

MY NAME IS ASHER LEV Celebrates 100 Performances at The Westside Theatre

My Name Is Asher Lev, the hit off-Broadway play based on the best selling novel by Chaim Potok, celebrated 100 performances at The Westside Theatre on Sunday, February 3rd. The show was recently extended and tickets are currently on sale through May 26, 2013.

LOVE…'ROUND THE PIANO to Benefit Gretna Theatre at Lantern Lodge, 2/9

The Third Annual 'Love 'Round the Piano' will take place at The Lantern Lodge, 411 N. College Street, Myerstown, PA on Saturday evening, February 9th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. This romantic musical cabaret will feature Gretna Theatre stars from recent past seasons including Christopher Vettel, Laura D'Andre, Erin Burniston and Joe Byrne.

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