Berkeley Rep Announces Influential Local Leaders Elected To Guide 42nd Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 29, 2009
This month, at the annual meeting for Berkeley Repertory Theatre, influential leaders from the Bay Area's top firms signed on to guide the Tony Award-winning nonprofit through its 42nd season. The board of trustees elected new members and a slate of officers to steer the Theatre during a year of daring shows, which includes the latest work from the nation's top artists.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 29, 2009
This month, at the annual meeting for Berkeley Repertory Theatre, influential leaders from the Bay Area's top firms signed on to guide the Tony Award-winning nonprofit through its 42nd season. The board of trustees elected new members and a slate of officers to steer the Theatre during a year of daring shows, which includes the latest work from the nation's top artists.
La Jolla Playhouse Presented World Premiere Of Shear's RESTORATION Opens 6/28
by Eddie Varley - June 28, 2009
La Jolla Playhouse presents the world premiere of Restoration, written by and starring award-winning playwright/actress Claudia Shear (Dirty Blonde, Blown Sideways Through Life), directed by Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley. Commissioned by La Jolla Playhouse, Restoration runs in the Mandell Weiss Forum June 23 - July 19th. The official opening is tonight, Sunday, June 28th at 7:00 pm.
by Eddie Varley - June 28, 2009
La Jolla Playhouse presents the world premiere of Restoration, written by and starring award-winning playwright/actress Claudia Shear (Dirty Blonde, Blown Sideways Through Life), directed by Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley. Commissioned by La Jolla Playhouse, Restoration runs in the Mandell Weiss Forum June 23 - July 19th. The official opening is tonight, Sunday, June 28th at 7:00 pm.
Ross Valley Players Hosts 2 Benefit Shows Of BRIDGE TOLLS AT THE BARN 6/28
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2009
The Ross Valley Players presents two benefit performances of BRIDGE TOLLS AT THE BARN, a special adaptation of the popular, award-winning and critically acclaimed musical For Whom the Bridge Tolls, by Rita Abrams and Stan Sinberg.
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2009
The Ross Valley Players presents two benefit performances of BRIDGE TOLLS AT THE BARN, a special adaptation of the popular, award-winning and critically acclaimed musical For Whom the Bridge Tolls, by Rita Abrams and Stan Sinberg.
Photo Preview: Old Globe Theatre's THE FIRST WIVES CLUB Cast
by Ali Leskowitz - June 26, 2009
A world premiere, Broadway-bound musical, The First Wives Club, is a funny, moving and empowering new musical based on the smash-hit movie comedy and Olivia Goldsmith's bestselling novel.
by Ali Leskowitz - June 26, 2009
A world premiere, Broadway-bound musical, The First Wives Club, is a funny, moving and empowering new musical based on the smash-hit movie comedy and Olivia Goldsmith's bestselling novel.
Photo Flash: 2009 Shakespeare Festival Plays At The Old Globe Through 9/27
by Ali Leskowitz - June 25, 2009
The 2009 Summer Shakespeare Festival includes TWELFTH NIGHT, a delightful tale of wild infatuation and mistaken identities, CORIOLANUS a powerful political drama tells the story of the great Roman general whose arrogance leads to his own downfall and Edmond Rostand's CYRANO DE BERGERAC, about a war hero, philosopher and dazzling swordsman, Cyrano. Cyrano has it all - except the woman of his dreams - the lovely Roxane. Playing in nightly repertory in the Lowell Davies Festival Theatre, June 13 - September 27.
by Ali Leskowitz - June 25, 2009
The 2009 Summer Shakespeare Festival includes TWELFTH NIGHT, a delightful tale of wild infatuation and mistaken identities, CORIOLANUS a powerful political drama tells the story of the great Roman general whose arrogance leads to his own downfall and Edmond Rostand's CYRANO DE BERGERAC, about a war hero, philosopher and dazzling swordsman, Cyrano. Cyrano has it all - except the woman of his dreams - the lovely Roxane. Playing in nightly repertory in the Lowell Davies Festival Theatre, June 13 - September 27.
Old Globe Announces Winners Of Globe Honors; Competing In NYC 6/25-6/29
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2009
Lou Spisto, Executive Producer of the Tony Award®-winning Old Globe, is pleased to announce the winners of Globe Honors, the awards program for high school students that rewards excellence in theatre performance. Students from over 30 schools competed for the honor to represent San Diego in New York City for the National High School Musical Theatre-awards, June 25-29, 2009.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2009
Lou Spisto, Executive Producer of the Tony Award®-winning Old Globe, is pleased to announce the winners of Globe Honors, the awards program for high school students that rewards excellence in theatre performance. Students from over 30 schools competed for the honor to represent San Diego in New York City for the National High School Musical Theatre-awards, June 25-29, 2009.
La Jolla Playhouse Presents The World Premiere Of RESTORATION 6/23-7/19
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2009
La Jolla Playhouse presents the world premiere of Restoration, written by and starring award-winning playwright/actress Claudia Shear (Dirty Blonde, Blown Sideways Through Life), directed by Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley. Commissioned by La Jolla Playhouse, Restoration runs in the Mandell Weiss Forum June 23 - July 19 (press opening: Sunday, June 28 at 7:00 pm).
by BWW News Desk - June 23, 2009
La Jolla Playhouse presents the world premiere of Restoration, written by and starring award-winning playwright/actress Claudia Shear (Dirty Blonde, Blown Sideways Through Life), directed by Playhouse Artistic Director Christopher Ashley. Commissioned by La Jolla Playhouse, Restoration runs in the Mandell Weiss Forum June 23 - July 19 (press opening: Sunday, June 28 at 7:00 pm).
Foxworth Named Old Globe Associate Artist
by Reynard Loki - June 22, 2009
Executive Producer Lou Spisto is thrilled to announce the addition of Robert Foxworth to the exclusive list of Old Globe Associate Artists. Foxworth is the 52nd artist named to the illustrious group that includes Paxton Whitehead, Marion Ross, A.R. Gurney and Richard Easton.
by Reynard Loki - June 22, 2009
Executive Producer Lou Spisto is thrilled to announce the addition of Robert Foxworth to the exclusive list of Old Globe Associate Artists. Foxworth is the 52nd artist named to the illustrious group that includes Paxton Whitehead, Marion Ross, A.R. Gurney and Richard Easton.
Two Youth Performing Arts Workshops Offered By Lamb's Players 6/22-27, 7/6-18
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2009
Lamb's Players Theatre is providing youth with two performing arts workshop opportunities this summer at the theatre in Coronado. The workshops are one to two weeks in length and provide children with an opportunity to explore creativity and storytelling in a professional theatre setting. The Introductory Workshop takes place June 22 - 27 and is designed for children who have completed the 3rd - 5th grades. The Advanced Musical Theatre Workshop runs for two weeks, July 6 - 18, and is tailored to 12 - 18 year olds.
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2009
Lamb's Players Theatre is providing youth with two performing arts workshop opportunities this summer at the theatre in Coronado. The workshops are one to two weeks in length and provide children with an opportunity to explore creativity and storytelling in a professional theatre setting. The Introductory Workshop takes place June 22 - 27 and is designed for children who have completed the 3rd - 5th grades. The Advanced Musical Theatre Workshop runs for two weeks, July 6 - 18, and is tailored to 12 - 18 year olds.
Gary Graves' MISANTHROPE Comes To The Berkeley City Club 5/22-6/21
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2009
Central Works presents Misanthrope a revival of the hit comedy based on Moliere's classic play about a man who hates the world, written & directed by Gary Graves plays May 22 - June 21, pay-what-you-can preview May 21.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2009
Central Works presents Misanthrope a revival of the hit comedy based on Moliere's classic play about a man who hates the world, written & directed by Gary Graves plays May 22 - June 21, pay-what-you-can preview May 21.
Old Globe's 2009 Summer Festival Continues With CORIOLANUS 6/20
by Eddie Varley - June 20, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe its 2009 Summer Shakespeare Festival with Shakespeare's Coriolanus. The production debuts tonight in the Globe's outdoor Lowell Davies Festival Theatre.
by Eddie Varley - June 20, 2009
The Tony Award®-winning Old Globe its 2009 Summer Shakespeare Festival with Shakespeare's Coriolanus. The production debuts tonight in the Globe's outdoor Lowell Davies Festival Theatre.
THE STORY OF FROG BELLY RAT BONE Plays 6/20, 6/21 Pay What You Can
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2009
The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone - Using the Rogues' signature mix of live actors, puppetry and digital projection along with 6 original songs, Frog Belly Rat Bone brings Timothy Basil Ering's story of a lonely boy and his search for treasure and friendship to Hyper-theatrical life. Ages 4-10.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2009
The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone - Using the Rogues' signature mix of live actors, puppetry and digital projection along with 6 original songs, Frog Belly Rat Bone brings Timothy Basil Ering's story of a lonely boy and his search for treasure and friendship to Hyper-theatrical life. Ages 4-10.
Mo'olelo Receives Grant; Commissions Chantal Bilodeau To Write New Play
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 19, 2009
Mo`olelo Performing Arts Company, San Diego's community-focused, socially-conscious, Equity theater company, today announced The James Irvine Foundation has awarded the Company a $30,000 grant over two years to commission a new play by Chantal Bilodeau. This grant is made as part of the Irvine Foundation's Creative Connections Fund, which was designed to reach small and midsize arts organizations pursuing a diversity of projects and ideas.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 19, 2009
Mo`olelo Performing Arts Company, San Diego's community-focused, socially-conscious, Equity theater company, today announced The James Irvine Foundation has awarded the Company a $30,000 grant over two years to commission a new play by Chantal Bilodeau. This grant is made as part of the Irvine Foundation's Creative Connections Fund, which was designed to reach small and midsize arts organizations pursuing a diversity of projects and ideas.
South Coast Rep Announces New Play DOCTOR CERBERUS To Premiere 4/11-5/2/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 17, 2009
South Coast Repertory's Artistic Directors David Emmes and Martin Benson have announced that Doctor Cerberus, a new play by HBO's 'Big Love' and Marvel Comics' 'Spiderman' writer Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, will receive its World Premiere during the 2009-10 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 17, 2009
South Coast Repertory's Artistic Directors David Emmes and Martin Benson have announced that Doctor Cerberus, a new play by HBO's 'Big Love' and Marvel Comics' 'Spiderman' writer Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, will receive its World Premiere during the 2009-10 Season
Old Globe Announces Winners Of Globe Honors; Competing In NYC 6/25-6/29
by Ali Leskowitz - June 17, 2009
Lou Spisto, Executive Producer of the Tony Award®-winning Old Globe, is pleased to announce the winners of Globe Honors, the awards program for high school students that rewards excellence in theatre performance. Students from over 30 schools competed for the honor to represent San Diego in New York City for the National High School Musical Theatre-awards, June 25-29, 2009.
by Ali Leskowitz - June 17, 2009
Lou Spisto, Executive Producer of the Tony Award®-winning Old Globe, is pleased to announce the winners of Globe Honors, the awards program for high school students that rewards excellence in theatre performance. Students from over 30 schools competed for the honor to represent San Diego in New York City for the National High School Musical Theatre-awards, June 25-29, 2009.
Berkeley Rep Gives Lovers A Chance To Meet YOU, NERO Writer Amy Freed 6/15
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2009
During its world-premiere production of You, Nero, Berkeley Repertory Theatre invites theatre lovers to meet the real power behind the throne. Amy Freed, the local scribe who put words in the mouth of an emperor for her outrageous new comedy, is the guest of honor at Berkeley Rep's Page to Stage on Monday, June 15.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2009
During its world-premiere production of You, Nero, Berkeley Repertory Theatre invites theatre lovers to meet the real power behind the throne. Amy Freed, the local scribe who put words in the mouth of an emperor for her outrageous new comedy, is the guest of honor at Berkeley Rep's Page to Stage on Monday, June 15.
Boom Kat Dance Presents NEVERWONDERLAND 6/14 At Miles Memorial Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2009
Boom Kat Dance Theatre presents a World Premiere Theatrical Event - perfect for the whole family.... NeverWonderLand! NeverWonderLand asks what if Peter Pan and Wonderland's Alice left their normal, boring life in London and found each other in the same fantastical world, would they ever want to come back to reality?
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2009
Boom Kat Dance Theatre presents a World Premiere Theatrical Event - perfect for the whole family.... NeverWonderLand! NeverWonderLand asks what if Peter Pan and Wonderland's Alice left their normal, boring life in London and found each other in the same fantastical world, would they ever want to come back to reality?
JACK GOES BOATING Comes To The Bay Area's Aurora Theatre 6/12-7/19
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2009
Closing Aurora Theatre Company's 17th season is the Bay Area Premiere of Bob Glaudini's (A View from 151st Street) Off-Broadway hit JACK GOES BOATING. Bay Area theater veteran Joy Carlin (Hysteria, Bosoms and Neglect, The Price) helms this quirky romantic comedy, featuring Amanda Duarte, Gabriel Marin, Beth Wilmurt, and Danny Wolohan. JACK GOES BOATING plays at the Aurora Theatre in Berkeley June 12 through July 19.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2009
Closing Aurora Theatre Company's 17th season is the Bay Area Premiere of Bob Glaudini's (A View from 151st Street) Off-Broadway hit JACK GOES BOATING. Bay Area theater veteran Joy Carlin (Hysteria, Bosoms and Neglect, The Price) helms this quirky romantic comedy, featuring Amanda Duarte, Gabriel Marin, Beth Wilmurt, and Danny Wolohan. JACK GOES BOATING plays at the Aurora Theatre in Berkeley June 12 through July 19.
JACK GOES BOATING Closes Aurora Theatre's 17th Season 6/12-7/19
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2009
Closing Aurora Theatre Company's 17th season is the Bay Area Premiere of Bob Glaudini's (A View from 151st Street) Off-Broadway hit JACK GOES BOATING. Bay Area theater veteran Joy Carlin (Hysteria, Bosoms and Neglect, The Price) helms this quirky romantic comedy, featuring Amanda Duarte, Gabriel Marin, Beth Wilmurt, and Danny Wolohan. JACK GOES BOATING plays at the Aurora Theatre in Berkeley June 12 through July 19
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2009
Closing Aurora Theatre Company's 17th season is the Bay Area Premiere of Bob Glaudini's (A View from 151st Street) Off-Broadway hit JACK GOES BOATING. Bay Area theater veteran Joy Carlin (Hysteria, Bosoms and Neglect, The Price) helms this quirky romantic comedy, featuring Amanda Duarte, Gabriel Marin, Beth Wilmurt, and Danny Wolohan. JACK GOES BOATING plays at the Aurora Theatre in Berkeley June 12 through July 19
Sing Allellulia! JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Starring Ted Neeley Returns For 5 Performances Only At The San Diego Civic Theatre 1/15-17
by Reynard Loki - June 11, 2009
Jesus Christ Superstar, the first masterpiece from the legendary writing team of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, exploded onto the scene in 1971 changing the world of musical theatre forever. With a score of amazing songs - ?I Don?t Know How to Love Him?, ?Hosanna?, ?Everything?s Alright?, ?What?s the Buzz?, ?Superstar?, and ?Heaven on Their Mind?, this original groundbreaking production stars Ted Neeley in the title role. This Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation will return for five performances only, at San Diego Civic Theatre, January 15 ? 17, 2010.
by Reynard Loki - June 11, 2009
Jesus Christ Superstar, the first masterpiece from the legendary writing team of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, exploded onto the scene in 1971 changing the world of musical theatre forever. With a score of amazing songs - ?I Don?t Know How to Love Him?, ?Hosanna?, ?Everything?s Alright?, ?What?s the Buzz?, ?Superstar?, and ?Heaven on Their Mind?, this original groundbreaking production stars Ted Neeley in the title role. This Broadway/San Diego ~ A Nederlander Presentation will return for five performances only, at San Diego Civic Theatre, January 15 ? 17, 2010.
Team San Jose & Nederlander Org Announce Partnership & Inaugural Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 09, 2009
Team San Jose announced today that they have selected the Nederlander Organization to be the exclusive presenter of touring Broadway musicals and special events at the Center for the Performing Arts. The Inaugural 2009-2010 Season, under the local banner of Broadway San Jose ~ A Nederlander Presentation begins September 15, 2009.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 09, 2009
Team San Jose announced today that they have selected the Nederlander Organization to be the exclusive presenter of touring Broadway musicals and special events at the Center for the Performing Arts. The Inaugural 2009-2010 Season, under the local banner of Broadway San Jose ~ A Nederlander Presentation begins September 15, 2009.
Berkeley Rep Receives Two $50,000 Grants To Fund Upcoming Premieres
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 08, 2009
Berkeley Repertory Theatre, which has earned a national reputation for developing provocative new plays, has received two prestigious grants of $50,000 each to fund upcoming world premieres.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 08, 2009
Berkeley Repertory Theatre, which has earned a national reputation for developing provocative new plays, has received two prestigious grants of $50,000 each to fund upcoming world premieres.
Harris, Roberts, Thomas, Dizzia Star In UNUSUAL ACTS OF DEVOTION Beginning 6/7
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2009
Recently seen starring as 'Lt. Sean Macklin' in Fox Home Entertainment's 'Behind Enemy Lines: Columbia,' beginning June 7, 2009, actor Joe Manganiello is set to star alongside Tony award winner Harriet Harris, Emmy award winners Doris Roberts ('Everybody Loves Raymond') and Richard Thomas ('The Waltons') and Maria Dizzia in the west coast premiere of multiple Tony award winner, Pulitzer Prize Finalist, and legendary American playwright Terrence McNally's new play, 'Unusual Acts of Devotion.'
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2009
Recently seen starring as 'Lt. Sean Macklin' in Fox Home Entertainment's 'Behind Enemy Lines: Columbia,' beginning June 7, 2009, actor Joe Manganiello is set to star alongside Tony award winner Harriet Harris, Emmy award winners Doris Roberts ('Everybody Loves Raymond') and Richard Thomas ('The Waltons') and Maria Dizzia in the west coast premiere of multiple Tony award winner, Pulitzer Prize Finalist, and legendary American playwright Terrence McNally's new play, 'Unusual Acts of Devotion.'
Willows Theatre Brings 10 Bay Area Actors To The Stage In LOVE LETTERS 7/10-8/2
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 05, 2009
Ten actors, 24 performances, five sets of personalities and creative interpretations. It's almost as if the Willows Theatre Company were bringing in a different cast every night.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 05, 2009
Ten actors, 24 performances, five sets of personalities and creative interpretations. It's almost as if the Willows Theatre Company were bringing in a different cast every night.
Sheik's WHISPER HOUSE Set For Vassar and NY Stage/Film July Concert Readings, Followed By 2010 Old Globe Premiere
by Eddie Varley - June 04, 2009
Tony Award and Grammy Award -winning songwriter DUNCAN SHEIK follows up his Broadway sensation, SPRING AWAKENING, with his new musical WHISPER HOUSE. Concert readings of the production will take place at Vassar and New York Stage and Film's Powerhouse Theater program in Poughkeepsie, NY on the Vassar campus on July 10/11 followed by a debut run at the Old Globe Theatre in San Diego, CA on January 13 - February 21.
by Eddie Varley - June 04, 2009
Tony Award and Grammy Award -winning songwriter DUNCAN SHEIK follows up his Broadway sensation, SPRING AWAKENING, with his new musical WHISPER HOUSE. Concert readings of the production will take place at Vassar and New York Stage and Film's Powerhouse Theater program in Poughkeepsie, NY on the Vassar campus on July 10/11 followed by a debut run at the Old Globe Theatre in San Diego, CA on January 13 - February 21.
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