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Photo Flash: First Look at Ari Brand and More in Westside Theatre's MY NAME IS ASHER LEV
by BWW News Desk - Nov 19, 2012


My Name Is Asher Lev, one boy's struggle between Tradition and Art, a new play by Aaron Posner, adapted from Chaim Potok's best-selling novel, is currently playing the Westside Theatre (407 W. 43rd Street). Get a first look at the show in the photos below!

Roger Bean's MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Sequel Releases Original Cast Album
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2012


Roger Bean's The Marvelous Wonderettes: Caps and Gowns, the eagerly awaited sequel to the popular off-Broadway jukebox musical The Marvelous Wonderettes, has a brand new cast album. The show opened July 7th at Laguna Playhouse to sparkling reviews. Wonderettes creator Roger Bean has selected 32 songs for the new show and each one, from beloved classic to hidden treasure, has received the signature Wonderettes touch for the new album.

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS Plays NYU's Skirball Center, Now thru 11/18
by BWW News Desk - Nov 15, 2012


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, will return to New York City by popular demand for five performances only. The limited engagement will run at the NYU Skirball Center, 566 LaGuardia Place (LaGuardia Place and Washington Square South), tonight, November 15 at 8 p.m.; Friday, November 16 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, November 17 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m; and Sunday, November 18 at 3 p.m. In 2010 THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS was anine-month hit at New York's Westside Theatre.

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS Returns to New York, 11/15-18
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 12, 2012


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, will return to New York City by popular demand for five performances only. The limited engagement will run at the NYU Skirball Center, 566 LaGuardia Place (LaGuardia Place and Washington Square South), Thursday, November 15 at 8 p.m.; Friday, November 16 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, November 17 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m; and Sunday, November 18 at 3 p.m. In 2010 THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS was a nine-month hit at New York's Westside Theatre.

Tyne Daly and More Star in LOVE, LOSS, AND WHAT I WORE Benefit Performance at Rubicon Theatre, 12/2
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2012


On Sunday, December 2, Rubicon Theatre Company will present a benefit performance of Love, Loss, and What I Wore with a star-studded cast of women including Emmy and Tony-winner Tyne Daly, Amy Peitz and Amanda McBroom.

Nobody's Business Trio Brings HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS to Metropolitan Room, 12/15
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2012


Nobody's Business Trio will warm up the Metropolitan Room on December 15, 2012, at 9:30 pm as they invite you "Home for the Holidays." Cold wintry weather can wait out by the curb while hearts inside alternately melt and dance. Vocalists Alecia Evans, Cadden Jones and Linda Sue Moshier comprise an entrancing unique ensemble that electrifies audiences with its astonishing range of harmonization. The group's unparalleled sound derives from an uncommon blend of an opera singer, a pop singer and a jazz singer.

Armonk Players' I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE Adds Performances, 11/15-17
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2012


The Armonk Players of Armonk, NY presents Joe DiPietro and Jimmy Roberts's I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change, directed by Christine DiBuono with music direction by Howard Kilik.

MY NAME IS ASHER LEV Begins Performances at Westside Theatre Tonight, 11/8
by BWW News Desk - Nov 8, 2012


Performances begin tonight, November 8th for My Name is Asher Lev at The Westside Theatre (407 W. 43rd Street). It is one of the most anticipated new plays this season, which is adapted from the novel by Chaim Potok (The Chosen), and written by Aaron Posner. My Name is Asher Lev will officially open on November 28th.

MY NAME IS ASHER LEV Begins Performances at Westside Theatre, Nov 8
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2012


Performances begin this Thursday, November 8th for My Name is Asher Lev at the Westside Theatre (407 W. 43rd Street). It is one of the most anticipated new plays this season, which is adapted from the novel by Chaim Potok (The Chosen), and written by Aaron Posner. My Name is Asher Lev will officially open on November 28th.

Hurricane Sandy Sunday Update: Broadway is Back, Some Off-Broadway Shows Still Delayed, Subway Recovery Underway!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 4, 2012


Hurricane Sandy has caused the cancellation of much of New York's theatre over the past few days. All Broadway shows are back up and running as of today, Sunday, November 4th, with many offering post-hurricane discounts and special offers. Many of the city's off-Broadway and off-off Broadway theatres are still struggling. BroadwayWorld has compiled a list of what's on and what's not, plus the latest subway recovery map from the MTA.

Hurricane Sandy Saturday Update: Broadway is Back, Some Off-Broadway Shows Still Delayed, Subway Recovery Underway!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 3, 2012


Hurricane Sandy has caused the cancellation of much of New York's theatre over the past few days. All Broadway shows are back up and running, with many offering post-hurricane discounts and special offers. Many of the city's off-Broadway and off-off Broadway theatres are still struggling. BroadwayWorld has compiled a list of what's on and what's not, plus the latest subway recovery map from the MTA.

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS Returns to D.C. at Lansburgh Theatre, 12/19-30
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2012


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, will return to Washington, D.C. by popular demand. The limited engagement will run at the Lansburgh Theatre, 450 7th St. NW, in Washington, D.C. from Wednesday, December 19 through Sunday, December 23 and Wednesday, December 26 through Sunday, December 30, 2012. THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS was a popular, sell out hit at the Lansburgh Theatre in 2008 and 2009.

Friday Update: The Latest Off-Broadway, Off-Off Broadway Cancellations
by BWW Special Coverage - Nov 2, 2012


Hurricane Sandy has caused the cancellation of much of New York's theatre over the past few days. While shows on Broadway have returned to their normal performance schedules, many of the city's off-Broadway and off-off-Broadway theatres are still struggling. Performances at The Public Theater, SoHo Playhouse and more have been cancelled. Check the list below for the latest - and check back for updates as more information becomes available.

Armonk Players Present I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE, 11/2-10
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2012


The Armonk Players of Armonk, NY will present Joe DiPietro and Jimmy Roberts's I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change, directed by Christine DiBuono with music direction by Howard Kilik.

Thursday Update: The Latest Off-Broadway, Off-Off Broadway Cancellations
by BWW Special Coverage - Nov 1, 2012


Hurricane Sandy has caused the cancellation of much of New York's theatre over the past few days. While most shows on Broadway are returning to their normal performance schedules beginning today, many of the city's off-Broadway and off-off-Broadway theatres are still struggling. Performances at The Public Theater, La MaMa, The Flea and more have been cancelled. Check the list below for the latest - and check back for updates as more information becomes available.

Updating Live: The Latest Off-Broadway, Off-Off Broadway Cancellations
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 31, 2012


Hurricane Sandy has caused the cancellation of much of New York's theatre over the past few days. While most shows on Broadway are returning to their normal performance schedules beginning today, many of the city's off-Broadway and off-off-Broadway theatres are still struggling. Performances at The Public Theater, La MaMa, The Flea and more have been cancelled. Check the list below for the latest - and check back for updates as more information becomes available.

Nobody's Business Trio Returns to the Iridium, 12/5
by BWW News Desk - Oct 29, 2012


Nobody's Business Trio returns to Broadway's Iridium with two holiday shows on December 5, 2012 at 8:00 pm and 10:00 pm.

Photo Coverage: Meet the Cast of MY NAME IS ASHER LEV!
by Walter McBride - Oct 23, 2012


Based on the best selling novel by the author of The Chosen, My Name is Asher Lev, a new play by Aaron Posner, begins performances at The Westside Theatre(407 W. 43rd Street) on November 8, and opening night is set for November 28. Mark Nelson and Jenny Bacon have joined the cast as Asher Lev's parents, Aryeh and Rivkeh. The cast met the press yesterday and you can catch full coverage from the event below!

FREEZE FRAME: MY NAME IS ASHER LEV Cast Meets the Press
by Walter McBride - Oct 22, 2012


Based on the best selling novel by the author of The Chosen, My Name is Asher Lev, a new play by Aaron Posner, begins performances at The Westside Theatre(407 W. 43rd Street) on November 8, and opening night is set for November 28. Mark Nelson and Jenny Bacon have joined the cast as Asher Lev's parents, Aryeh and Rivkeh. The cast met the press today and you can catch a photo preview from the event below!

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS Returns to New York City, 11/15-18
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 19, 2012


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, will return to New York City by popular demand for five performances only. The limited engagement will run at the NYU Skirball Center, 566 LaGuardia Place (LaGuardia Place and Washington Square South), Thursday, November 15 at 8 p.m.; Friday, November 16 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, November 17 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m; and Sunday, November 18 at 3 p.m. In 2010 THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS was a nine-month hit at New York's Westside Theatre.

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