William Petersen Stars Alongside Rae Gray in Steppenwolf Theatre's SLOWGIRL, Now thru 8/25
by BWW News Desk
- Jul 18, 2013
This summer, Steppenwolf ensemble member-and former artistic director--Randall Arney returns to Chicago to stage Greg Pierce's hit play, Slowgirl, which premiered at Lincoln Center Theater in 2012. Arney reunites with fellow ensemble member William Petersen in the role of Sterling (the two first appeared on stage together in Steppenwolf's 1980 production of Balm in Gilead); the two-hander also includes Rae Gray (The Book Thief) as Becky. A playwright with 'impressive writing chops' who 'builds suspense, releases tension through laughs and grabs your attention with life-or-death stakes' (NY1), Pierce's plays later travels to Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles, where Arney currently serves as artistic director, as part of the 2013/14 season.
BWW Flashback: Get Ready for Tonight's BROADWAY BARES with a Look Back at 2012's!
by Linda Lenzi
- Jun 23, 2013
It was a storybook night of your favorite fairy tales as more than 200 of New York's sexiest dancers brought BROADWAY BARES XXII: HAPPY ENDINGS to life for two performances (9:30 PM and midnight) on Sunday, June 17. BROADWAY BARES XXII: HAPPY ENDINGS, which is produced by and benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS was held at Roseland Ballroom (239 West 52nd Street, NYC). BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture all the excitement, fun and sexiness backstage!
William Petersen to Star Alongside Rae Gray in Steppenwolf Theatre's SLOWGIRL, 7/18-8/25
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 18, 2013
This summer, Steppenwolf ensemble member-and former artistic director--Randall Arney returns to Chicago to stage Greg Pierce's hit play, Slowgirl, which premiered at Lincoln Center Theater in 2012. Arney reunites with fellow ensemble member William Petersen in the role of Sterling (the two first appeared on stage together in Steppenwolf's 1980 production of Balm in Gilead); the two-hander also includes Rae Gray (The Book Thief) as Becky. A playwright with 'impressive writing chops' who 'builds suspense, releases tension through laughs and grabs your attention with life-or-death stakes' (NY1), Pierce's plays later travels to Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles, where Arney currently serves as artistic director, as part of the 2013/14 season.
Annette Bening Leads Ruth Draper Performances Geffen Playhouse
by Kelsey Denette
- May 16, 2013
The Geffen Playhouse announces the remaining production in its 2013/2014 season will feature acclaimed actress Annette Bening performing a selection of monologues created and first performed by Ruth Draper. A pioneer in 20th century drama, Ruth Draper was described as, "the greatest individual performer that America has ever given."
Steppenwolf's SLOWGIRL Sets 7/28 Opening
by Kelsey Denette
- Apr 11, 2013
Steppenwolf Theatre Company ensemble member Randall Arney directs fellow ensemble member William Petersen with Rae Gray this summer in Slowgirl by Greg Pierce. Performances of this Chicago premiere are in Steppenwolf's newly reconfigured Upstairs Theatre (1650 N Halsted St). Slowgirl begins previews July 18, 2013 (opening night is July 28; press performances are July 27 at 3pm and July 31 at 7:30pm) and runs through August 25. Tickets ($20 - $78) go on sale May 3 to the public through Audience Services (1650 N Halsted St), 312-335-1650 and steppenwolf.org.
PLAY DEAD, SLOWGIRL and More to Play Geffen Playhouse in 2013-14
by Nicole Rosky
- Apr 4, 2013
The Geffen Playhouse announces nine plays for the 2013/2014 season: three world premieres/adaptations, three West Coast premieres and two productions of familiar works from Pulitzer or Nobel Prize winning playwrights. The remaining title will be announced shortly. Furthering its mission to introduce audiences to new plays, re-imagined classics and emerging voices, the Geffen's schedule - encouraged by continued growth in ticket sales - is the largest in the 19 year history of the organization.
William Petersen to Star in SLOWGIRL at Steppenwolf
by Kelsey Denette
- Feb 27, 2013
Steppenwolf Theatre Company has announced the addition of Slowgirl by Greg Pierce to this summer's line-up. Directed by ensemble member Randall Arney, the production features ensemble member William Petersen with Rae Gray in the newly reconfigured Upstairs Theatre (1650 N Halsted St), July 18 - August 25, 2013. Tickets ($20 - $78) go on sale May 3 to the public through Audience Services (1650 N Halsted St), 312-335-1650 and steppenwolf.org.
Photo Coverage: Backstage at BROADWAY BARES XXII - 'Happy Endings' Galore!
by Linda Lenzi
- Jun 18, 2012
It was a storybook night of your favorite fairy tales as more than 200 of New York's sexiest dancers brought BROADWAY BARES XXII: HAPPY ENDINGS to life for two performances (9:30 PM and midnight) on Sunday, June 17. BROADWAY BARES XXII: HAPPY ENDINGS, which is produced by and benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS was held at Roseland Ballroom (239 West 52nd Street, NYC). BroadwayWorld.com was there to capture all the excitement, fun and sexiness backstage!
Black Ensemble Theater Celebrates 35 years With 2011 Benefit 10/14
by BWW
News Desk
- Oct 14, 2011
Chicago's acclaimed Black Ensemble Theater, led by Founder and Executive Director Jackie Taylor, will host Thirty-Five Fabulous Years - A Legendary Celebration, to honor the historical thirty-five year legacy of the theater and the upcoming Grand Opening of the new Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center.
Black Ensemble Theater Celebrates 35 years With 2011 Benefit 10/14
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Sep 28, 2011
Chicago's acclaimed Black Ensemble Theater, led by Founder and Executive Director Jackie Taylor, will host Thirty-Five Fabulous Years - A Legendary Celebration, to honor the historical thirty-five year legacy of the theater and the upcoming Grand Opening of the new Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center.
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