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UK's THE MOUSETRAP to Continue Successful, Record-Breaking Tour
by Matt Smith - Nov 28, 2014


Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap will continue its record-breaking, and first ever, UK tour into 2015. The beloved murder mystery will begin the 2015 leg of its tour at His Majesty's Theatre in Aberdeen on 28 April. The show will then visit 25 venues across the UK including a September 1-5 return visit to The Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury where the record-breaking tour began in September 2012.

Acclaimed Italian Tenor Luciano Lamonarca Performs Today for Anniversary of the United Nations Academic Impact
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2014


The acclaimed Italian Tenor Luciano Lamonarca, established in Westchester County, NY, has been invited by the United Nations Academic Impact as a special performing guest to close the event on global health, that will serve also to celebrate the 4th anniversary of this UN initiative. The event will take place at the United Nations Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium today, November 18, 2014, from 10:00am to 1:00pm, and it will be broadcasted on the UN Web TV.

Acclaimed Italian Tenor Luciano Lamonarca to Perform for Anniversary of the United Nations Academic Impact, 11/18
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 16, 2014


The acclaimed Italian Tenor Luciano Lamonarca, established in Westchester County, NY, has been invited by the United Nations Academic Impact as a special performing guest to close the event on global health, that will serve also to celebrate the 4th anniversary of this UN initiative. The event will take place at the United Nations Dag Hammarskjold Auditorium on Tuesday, November 18, 2014, from 10:00am to 1:00pm, and it will be broadcasted on the UN Web TV.

Omaha Arts Organizations Partner for SHINE THE LIGHT ON HUNGER Campaign, Beginning Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2014


Omaha Performing Arts, Omaha Symphony, Omaha Community Playhouse, Opera Omaha and Joslyn Art Museum are proud to partner with ConAgra Foods again this holiday season for ConAgra Foods' Shine the Light on Hunger program.

Film Society of Lincoln Center to Present Let There Be Light: The Films of John Huston
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 31, 2014


The Film Society of Lincoln Center will present Let There Be Light: The Films of John Huston, December 19 - January 11,

Omaha Arts Organizations Partner for SHINE THE LIGHT ON HUNGER Campaign, Beginning 11/1
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2014


Omaha Performing Arts, Omaha Symphony, Omaha Community Playhouse, Opera Omaha and Joslyn Art Museum are proud to partner with ConAgra Foods again this holiday season for ConAgra Foods' Shine the Light on Hunger program.

AMAHL & THE NIGHT VISITORS to Play Adelaide Festival Centre, 4-6 December
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 28, 2014


Not since 1958 has Adelaide seen a fully staged production of the classic opera 'Amahl and the Night Visitors', now being brought to life in 2014 by Adelaide producers Emma Knights and Karen Lettice at the Space Theatre.

The New York Choral Society Presents 54th Annual SUMMER SINGS on Wednesdays, Beg. Today
by BWW News Desk - Jul 23, 2014


The New York Choral Society produces six Summer Sings that feature the most popular masterworks of the choral literature. The 54th annual Summer Sings takes place on consecutive Wednesdays at 7:30pm from tonight, July 23rd through August 27th at Symphony Space in the Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theater, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street, New York.

Sequel to THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Opens Tonight at Chenango River Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jul 10, 2014


In 2010, when Chenango River Theatre presented the original The Marvelous Wonderettes, the show sold out the entire 4 week run. In this long awaited sequel, The Wonderettes showcase more great hits of the 50's and 60's. Act 1 opens back in 1958, and it's time for the Wonderettes to graduate in this delightful sequel to the smash off-Broadway hit. Join Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy as they sing about their final year in high school, celebrate with their fellow classmates and teachers, and prepare for their next step toward a bright future.

Sequel to THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES Opens July 10 at Chenango River Theatre
by Courtnie Mele - Jul 3, 2014


In 2010, when Chenango River Theatre presented the original The Marvelous Wonderettes, the show sold out the entire 4 week run. In this long awaited sequel, The Wonderettes showcase more great hits of the 50's and 60's. Act 1 opens back in 1958, and it's time for the Wonderettes to graduate in this delightful sequel to the smash off-Broadway hit. Join Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy as they sing about their final year in high school, celebrate with their fellow classmates and teachers, and prepare for their next step toward a bright future.

getTV to Celebrate Independence Day with HELLCATS OF THE NAVY & CRASH LANDING
by BWW News Desk - Jul 4, 2014


Let freedom ring withgetTV this 4 th of July, as the network presents an Independence Day double feature devoted to actress, former First Lady, and humanitarian Nancy Reagan.

Brand New Production of BRIGADOON Plays the Goodman Theatre, Now thru Aug 10
by BWW News Desk - Jun 27, 2014


This summer, it's 'almost like being in love!' Goodman Theatre produces the first large-scale, professional revival of Brigadoon -- Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick's Loewe's legendary musical of Broadway's Golden Age -- in more than three decades. Under director/choreographer Rachel Rockwell, a company of 28 actors, dancers and singers breathe new life into the enchanting tale of an 18th century Scottish village that appears every century for one day only -- and the complications that arise when it's discovered by two 20th century Americans. With adapter Brian Hill, Rockwell revisits the libretto for this production, while music director Roberta Duchak and an orchestra of 13 use new orchestrations to enhance Loewe's lilting score.

getTV to Celebrate Independence Day with HELLCATS OF THE NAVY & CRASH LANDING
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 25, 2014


Let freedom ring withgetTV this 4 th of July, as the network presents an Independence Day double feature devoted to actress, former First Lady, and humanitarian Nancy Reagan.

The New York Choral Society Presents 54th Annual SUMMER SINGS on Wednesdays, 7/23-8/27
by Louisa Brady - Jun 20, 2014


The New York Choral Society produces six Summer Sings that feature the most popular masterworks of the choral literature. The 54th annual Summer Sings takes place on consecutive Wednesdays at 7:30pm from July 23rd through August 27th at Symphony Space in the Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theater, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street, New York, For these Summer Sings, six prominent choral conductors from the New York area will lead audience members to sing through these popular works.

NY Philharmonic Presents THE BEETHOVEN PIANO CONCERTOS, Featuring Yefim Bronfman, Now thru 6/21
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2014


The Beethoven Piano Concertos: A Philharmonic Festival will continue with Music Director Alan Gilbert conducting Beethoven's Piano Concertos Nos. 2 and 3, featuring The Mary and James G. Wallach Artist-in-Residence Yefim Bronfman as soloist, and the World Premiere-New York Philharmonic Commission of Sean Shepherd's Songs, tonight, June 18, 2014, at 7:30 p.m.; Thursday, June 19 at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, June 20 at 8:00 p.m.; and Saturday, June 21 at 8:00 p.m.

The Ustinov Studio, Bath Announces Autumn Season
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 12, 2014


The Ustinov Studio, Bath is delighted to announce its Autumn 2014 season, which will comprise three black comedies from some of the greatest names in European drama: Friedrich Durrenmatt's Play Strindberg, Florian Zeller's The Father and Eugene Ionesco's Exit the King.

Brand New Production of BRIGADOON to Play the Goodman Theatre, June 27-Aug 3
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2014


This summer, it's "almost like being in love!" Goodman Theatre produces the first large-scale, professional revival of Brigadoon -- Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick's Loewe's legendary musical of Broadway's Golden Age -- in more than three decades. Under director/choreographer Rachel Rockwell, a company of 28 actors, dancers and singers breathe new life into the enchanting tale of an 18th century Scottish village that appears every century for one day only -- and the complications that arise when it's discovered by two 20th century Americans. With adapter Brian Hill, Rockwell revisits the libretto for this production, while music director Roberta Duchak and an orchestra of 13 use new orchestrations to enhance Loewe's lilting score.

Joshua Bell Joins Jacques Lacombe and the NJSO Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2014


The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra (NJSO) and New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) present Bell & Lacombe, a one-performance-only program tonight, May 9, at 8 pm in NJPAC's Prudential Hall. The Grammy Award-winning violinist performs Sibelius' Violin Concerto and Ravel's Tzigane on a program that includes Tchaikovsky's Romeo and Juliet Fantasy-Overture and Grieg's Peer Gynt Suite No. 1. NJSO Music Director Jacques Lacombe conducts.

NY Philharmonic to Present THE BEETHOVEN PIANO CONCERTOS, Featuring Yefim Bronfman, 6/18-21
by Diana Heisroth - May 7, 2014


The Beethoven Piano Concertos: A Philharmonic Festival will continue with Music Director Alan Gilbert conducting Beethoven's Piano Concertos Nos. 2 and 3, featuring The Mary and James G. Wallach Artist-in-Residence Yefim Bronfman as soloist, and the World Premiere-New York Philharmonic Commission of Sean Shepherd's Songs, Wednesday, June 18, 2014, at 7:30 p.m.; Thursday, June 19 at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, June 20 at 8:00 p.m.; and Saturday, June 21 at 8:00 p.m.

The Mountain Play Association to Present 101st Season with SOUTH PACIFIC, 5/18-6/15
by BWW News Desk - May 6, 2014


The Mountain Play - 'A Great Outdoor Theatre Adventure' and the San Francisco Bay Area's most magical outdoor theater experience, is proud to present the Tony Award-winning musical South Pacific directed by Linda Dunn for its 101st season in 2014.

Richard Thomas to Star in A DISTANT COUNTRY CALLED YOUTH at The Old Globe, 6/9
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2014


The Old Globe today announced it will present Emmy Award-winning actor Richard Thomas ("The Waltons," Fifth of July, "The Americans") starring in A Distant Country Called Youth, an intimate look at the making of an artist, adapted by Steve Lawson from early letters Tennessee Williams sent to his family, friends, and professional associates. This one-night-only engagement takes place on Monday, June 9 at 7:00 p.m.

Joshua Bell to Join Jacques Lacombe and the NJSO for One Night Only, 5/9
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2014


The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra (NJSO) and New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) present Bell & Lacombe, a one-performance-only program on Friday, May 9, at 8 pm in NJPAC's Prudential Hall. The Grammy Award-winning violinist performs Sibelius' Violin Concerto and Ravel's Tzigane on a program that includes Tchaikovsky's Romeo and Juliet Fantasy-Overture and Grieg's Peer Gynt Suite No. 1. NJSO Music Director Jacques Lacombe conducts.

Pearl Vodka Once Again Recognized as One of the Fastest-Growing Brands
by Robert Diamond - Apr 7, 2014


Pearl Vodka was recognized for the 6th year in a row by The Beverage Information Group as a 2014 Fast Track brand, wrapping up an impressive year for the popular-priced brand. Pearl Vodka increased its sales in 2013 by 15.7%, to 250,000 cases.

Photo Flash: THE MUSIC MAN at the John W. Engeman Theater
by Hilary Kelly - Apr 2, 2014


The John W. Engeman Theater's production of The Music Man, running March 27 - May 18, tells the story of fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill and his plans to con the people of River City, Iowa. He sells them instruments and promises to train the townspeople to be a professional band. Hill, who doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef, plans to skip town with the money without giving any music lessions at all - until he falls in love with Marian the librarian. Check out a look at the cast in action here!

The Pacific Symphony Announces Their 2014-15 Pops Series, Which Includes FLY ME TO THE MOON, VERTIGO and More
by BWW News Desk - Mar 31, 2014


Mega-watt stars light up the stage for Pacific Symphony's highly anticipated 2014-15 Pops series featuring seven not-to-be-missed concerts that include a bit of nostalgia, romance, celebration and a plethora of memorable music—all enhanced by the “Hollywood” sound of the orchestra. Led by Principal Pops Conductor Richard Kaufman, the season blasts off with a tribute to the iconic Frank Sinatra, with such jazz standards as “Fly Me to the Moon.” Add to that legendary stars Paul Anka, Herb Alpert and Lani Hall and, just in time for Christmas—

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The Visit - 1958 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1959 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Foreign Play Friedrich Duerrenmatt
1959 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Play 0
1959 Tony Awards Best Direction Peter Brook
1959 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Alfred Lunt
1959 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Lynn Fontanne
1959 Tony Awards Best Play Friedrich Duerrenmatt
1959 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design Teo Otto

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