Dennis Parlato Takes On Role Of El Gallo In THE FANTASTICKS 7/13-8/2
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Jul 13, 2009
Dennis Parlato, seen on Broadway in Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The Sound of Music and The Graduate, will assume the role of El Gallo in Off Broadway's The Fantasticks from July 13 through August 2, 2009 while Lewis Cleale, who normally plays the role, appears in Camelot at The Muny.
Arena Stage Continues Arena Restaged With Part Two Starting September 2009
by Ali Leskowitz
- Jul 8, 2009
In preparation for the opening of the theater's renovated complex in Southwest D.C., Arena Stage has undertaken ARENA RESTAGED-a two-year festival of American voices. Part Two will continue the remarkable exploration of American work and provide the theater with necessary time to move into the new Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater in time for the Fall 2010 opening.
BWW INTERVIEWS: Lewis Cleale: THE FANTASTICKS' 'Man In Black'
by Eddie Varley
- Jul 7, 2009
Color symbolism is a literary device that is hammered home by high school English teachers around the country. Students are encouraged to ponder why Jay Gatsby reaches out to the green light at the end of Daisy Buchanan's dock and what Robert Frost meant when he wrote about two roads diverging in a yellow wood. Why did these authors choose the colors green and yellow? What did they mean?
THE FANTASTICKS Comes to Manila Anew
by Oliver Oliveros
- Jul 5, 2009
Repertory Philippines celebrates the golden anniversary of THE FANTASTICKS by mounting its own production at Onstage Theater, Greenbelt 1, Makati City July 3-16.
'Big Night Out' Continues Featured Composer Series With Guest Ritt Henn 7/16
by Charlie Piane
- Jul 3, 2009
The critically acclaimed open mic series, Big Night Out is bigger and better than ever! Billed as a delicious gathering for the musical community, Big Night Out is a unique and supportive environment for performers and composers of all backgrounds to come together and perform the music that they love. Hosted by The Fabulous Jennifer Wren, who made her cabaret debut in 2006 with her revue Love, Rainbows and All at Don't Tell Mama, and resident Musical Director William 'Bill' Zeffiro, singers are encouraged to try out new material, sing the roles that they aspire to play, sing the roles they will never play, or just show off for the joy of it.
League of Professional Theatre Women Announces New Officers
by Charlie Piane
- Jul 3, 2009
The League of Professional Theatre Women, a non-profit organization committed to promoting visibility and increasing opportunities for women in the professional theatre, is pleased to announce its new slate of officers. These women will serve as leaders of the League for a two-year term, from July 1, 2009 until June 30, 2011.
Cleale Returns To THE FANTASTICKS, McDaniel Joins On June 29th
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 29, 2009
Fresh from his acclaimed stint as Jordan 'Bick' Benedict in the Signature Theatre's production of Michael John LaChiusa's Giant, Lewis Cleale has returned to the role of El Gallo in The Fantasticks. He previously played the role from September 2008 through March 2009. Addi McDaniel will join the cast as Luisa on Monday, June 29, 2009. They replace, respectively, Bradley Dean and Ramona Mallory.
RESIGNATIONS At Robert Moss Runs Thru 6/25 As Part Of Planet Connections
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 25, 2009
Leaving the security of the corporate world for a career in the arts may sound wonderful and soul-fulfilling, but when push comes to shove, taking that step is not as easy as it sounds, as clearly shown in John Kearns' comic drama RESIGNATIONS. Directed by Erin Smiley, the show will begin performances at 440 Lafayette Studios on June 11th as part of the Planet Connections Theatre Festivity.
Shelly Gross, Veteran Theater Producer, Dead at 88
by Eddie Varley
- Jun 21, 2009
Theatre impresario and Broadway producer Shelly Gross passed away on June 19, 2009, in West Palm Beach, Florida, after a long illness. With a career that spanned over fifty years, he created an unprecedented number of theatre operations around the country, produced shows for Broadway & National Tours and presented a who's who of legendary performers including everyone from Judy Garland to Bruce Springsteen. He was 88 years old.
Photo Coverage: Marilyn Maye at Metropolitan Room
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy
- Jun 21, 2009
As she engineers one of the most exciting late-career surges ever seen, the unstoppable Marilyn Maye pays tribute to the great wordsmith Johnny Mercer in a brand new show that opened at the Metropolitan Room on Friday June 12th. Maye, in her sixth Metropolitan Room show (and eighth engagement) since she her triumphant return to New York in late 2006 (after a 16-year Gotham hiatus), premiered 'Mercer the Maye Way,' which plays a total of 9 times through June 21.
Cleale Returns To THE FANTASTICKS, McDaniel Joins On June 29th
by Eddie Varley
- Jun 19, 2009
Fresh from his acclaimed stint as Jordan 'Bick' Benedict in the Signature Theatre's production of Michael John LaChiusa's Giant, Lewis Cleale has returned to the role of El Gallo in The Fantasticks. He previously played the role from September 2008 through March 2009. Addi McDaniel will join the cast as Luisa on Monday, June 29, 2009. They replace, respectively, Bradley Dean and Ramona Mallory.
Maxyne Lang Given Abe Olman Publisher Award During Hall Of Fame Awards Gala 6/18
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 18, 2009
Hal David, Chairman/CEO of the Songwriters Hall of Fame (SHOF), today announced that Maxyne Lang will receive the Abe Olman Publisher Award to be presented at the 2009 Songwriters Hall of Fame Awards 40th Anniversary gala, slated for Thursday, June 18th, at the New York Marriott Marquis Hotel.
Marilyn Maye Pays Tribute To Johnny Mercer At The Met Room 6/12
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 12, 2009
As she engineers one of the most exciting late-career surges ever seen, the unstoppable Marilyn Maye pays tribute to the great wordsmith Johnny Mercer in a brand new show that opens at the Metropolitan Room on Friday June 12 at 7:30pm.
THE FANTASTICKS Gets Re-imagined At Lamb's Players Theater 6/12
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 12, 2009
Lamb's Players Theatre is kicking off the summer season with a re-imagined production of the beloved musical The Fantasticks. The wonder and romance-filled musical plays June 5 - July 26 at Lamb's Players Theatre in Coronado, with an opening night for media on June 12 at 8:00pm.
Thin Air Theater Co Gears Up For A New Year Starting 6/5
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 5, 2009
Thin Air Theatre Company producers are gearing up for a new year at the Butte Theater 139 E. Bennett Avenue, Cripple Creek. The news season starts June 5.
The Fantasticks - June 5-Sept. 26
The Fantasticks, a 1960 musical with music by Harvey Schmidt and lyrics by Tom Jones, the world's longest-running musical, for 42 years.
Tickets: $15.75 Adult; $13.75 Senior; $9.75 Children; $12.75 for groups of 20+
See butteroperahouse.com for schedule and to buy tickets.
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