New Harmony Theatre's 2009 Season Celebrates The American Dreamer With Productions Of A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, HARVEY and GUYS AND DOLLS
by Reynard Loki - Jun 2, 2009
New Harmony Theatre, the Tri-State?s only professional Equity theatre, will stage a season of classics of the American stage in 2009. The season, which opens runs June 12 ? August 16, 2009 at New Harmony?s Murphy Auditorium, features a company of seasoned performers with credits including Broadway, major regional theatre, film, and television. According to Lenny Leibowitz, artistic director, the season ?celebrates the American dreamer in all of her grace, fragility, and oddball exuberance. These plays ? ?A Streetcar Named Desire,? ?Harvey,? and ?Guys and Dolls? ? capture the limitless vitality of our nation?s spirit. When audiences first encountered these plays, they were finding their footing after a generation of war and upheaval. These three pinnacles of post-war American theatre ask us ? now as they did then ? to reflect on and re-chart our course. Their leading players - Blanche, Elwood, and Sky ? are inveterate dreamers who hold fast to their aspirations and ideals, resisting the inexorable drumbeat of conformity. They embolden us all to dream with ardor and panache.?
TWELFTH NIGHT Kicks Off Seattle Shakespeare's Season Of Indoor Plays In 2009-10
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 28, 2009
Seattle Shakespeare Company announced plans for the theatre's 2009-2010 indoor season of plays as well as for a state-wide tour to schools and performing arts centers. The theatre's indoor season at the Center House Theatre at Seattle Center begins in December with a holiday-themed production of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.
Jude Law And Penelope Wilton Headline HAMLET At Donmar
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2009
Jude Law and Penelope Wilton will headline Director Michael Grandage's upcoming production of Hamlet. The production will run May 29-August 22.
The King of Denmark is dead.
Consumed with grief, Prince Hamlet determines to avenge his father's apparent murder, with devastating consequences for his family and the kingdom.
Michael Grandage directs Jude Law as Hamlet in Shakespeare's iconic revenge tragedy. The cast will also include Kevin R. McNally, Peter Eyre, Matt Ryan, Alex Waldmann, Ron Cook, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and John MacMillan.
Morfogen, McNall Star In The Pearl Theater Company's VIEUX CARRE, Opens 5/27
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2009
THE PEARL THEATRE COMPANY is thrilled to present Tennessee Williams' Vieux Carré - an autobiographical meditation on sexuality, decay, and clinging to hope in an uncertain world. This often overlooked play, not seen in New York for over 25 years, comes to vivid life at The Pearl with award-winning director Austin Pendleton at the helm of an extraordinary cast of actors, including George Morfogen (Fortune's Fool, CSC's Uncle Vanya, HBO's 'Oz'), Pamela Payton-Wright (The Cherry Orchard, A Streetcar Named Desire, 'One Life to Live'), and Obie Award-winning Pearl Resident Actor Sean McNall (Orson's Shadow, Hamlet).
Photo Flash: WHEN THE RAIN STOPS FALLING At The Almedia
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 18, 2009
Michael Attenborough will direct the European premiere of Andrew Bovell's When the Rain Stops Falling which runs at the Almeida from 14 May - 4 July 2009 with press night on 21 May. Designs are by Miriam Buether with lighting by Colin Grenfell, music by Stephen Warbeck, sound by Paul Arditti and movement by Imogen Knight.
Due To Popular Demand HAMLET Extends At Lantern Theater Through 5/17
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2009
Lantern Theater Company is proud to announce the extension of William Shakespeare's Hamlet for five additional public performances through May 17, 2009 due to critical and popular demand. Added performances will be: Wednesday, May 13 at 7pm; Thursday, May 14 at 7pm; Friday, May 15 at 8pm; Saturday, May 16 at 8pm; Sunday, May 17 at 2pm.
Morfogen, McNall Star In The Pearl Theater Company's VIEUX CARRE, Opens 5/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 12, 2009
THE PEARL THEATRE COMPANY is thrilled to present Tennessee Williams' Vieux Carré - an autobiographical meditation on sexuality, decay, and clinging to hope in an uncertain world. This often overlooked play, not seen in New York for over 25 years, comes to vivid life at The Pearl with award-winning director Austin Pendleton at the helm of an extraordinary cast of actors, including George Morfogen (Fortune's Fool, CSC's Uncle Vanya, HBO's 'Oz'), Pamela Payton-Wright (The Cherry Orchard, A Streetcar Named Desire, 'One Life to Live'), and Obie Award-winning Pearl Resident Actor Sean McNall (Orson's Shadow, Hamlet).
HAMLET (ish) Brings 30 High School Kids To The Stage 5/20, 21 At Poncho Forum
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 7, 2009
Under the guidance and direction of Seattle Repertory Theatre teaching artists, over 30 high school students from The Center School will present a new play HAMLET(ish) written by Seattle Rep Education and Audience Development Director Andrea Allen on May 20 and 21 in Seattle Rep's Poncho Forum.
Photo Flash: Around the World in Eighty Days At Shakespeare Theater Of NJ
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 30, 2009
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey kicks off its 2009 Season with a world premiere stage adaptation of Around the World in Eighty Days. Adapted for the stage by Bonnie J. Monte from the beloved novel by Jules Verne, this inventive production is an exhilarating treat for people of all ages. Around the World in Eighty Days began performances on April 29 and continues through May 24 at the Shakespeare Theatre's Main Stage - The F. M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre, 36 Madison Avenue at Lancaster Road in Madison. For tickets or more information, call the box office at 973-408-5600, email boxoffice@shakespearenj.org or visit www.ShakespeareNJ.org.
Photo Flash: WHEN THE RAIN STOPS FALLING At The Almedia
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 23, 2009
Michael Attenborough will direct the European premiere of Andrew Bovell's When the Rain Stops Falling which runs at the Almeida from 14 May - 4 July 2009 with press night on 21 May. Designs are by Miriam Buether with lighting by Colin Grenfell, music by Stephen Warbeck, sound by Paul Arditti and movement by Imogen Knight.
2008-2009 75th Annual Drama League Nominations Announced
by Robert Diamond - Apr 21, 2009
The Drama League (Jano Herbosch, President; Gabriel Shanks, Executive Director) proudly announces nominations for the 2008-09 Drama League Awards, to be awarded at The 75th Annual Drama League Awards Ceremony and Luncheon on Friday, May 15, 2009 (noon) in the Grand Ballroom of the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Times Square (1535 Broadway at 46th Street). The event will be co-hosted by Jeremy Irons (Impressionism) and Cynthia Nixon (Distracted).
Alan Gilbert To Conduct NY Philharmonic Concerts In the Parks And At Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival
by Reynard Loki - Apr 16, 2009
New York Philharmonic Music Director Designate Alan Gilbert will lead the New York Philharmonic in five free concerts this summer throughout the City of New York, from July 14 to 20. He will conduct all of the 2009 New York Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks, Presented by Didi and Oscar Schafer, sponsored by Target, which will take place July 14?17, 2009 in Manhattan, Brooklyn and the Bronx, as well as two free indoor concerts, in Staten Island and Queens, on July 18 and July 20 respectively.