Seth Rudetsky's DISASTER Extends Through March 25; Annie Golden & Felicia Finley Join Cast
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 28, 2012
Seth Rudetsky's DISASTER, A 1970's disaster movie …musical; written by Seth Rudetsky and Jack Plotnick, directed/choreographed by Denis Jones with music direction by Steve Marzullo, due to popular demand will continue to play at The Triad (158 West 72nd Street). The show began on January 22 and has been extended and will NOW run through March 25, 2012. Tickets are $40 (2 drink minimum) and can be purchased by visiting www.disastermusical.com.
Theatre for a New Audience Presents THE BROKEN HEART
by BWW
News Desk - Feb 12, 2012
The Broken Heart, a 1629 tragic-comic play written by John Ford (Tis Pity She's a Whore), directed by Selina Cartmell in her American debut is Theatre for a New Audience's fourth production of the 2011 - 2012 theatre season.
Theatre for a New Audience Presents THE BROKEN HEART
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 23, 2012
The Broken Heart, a 1629 tragic-comic play written by John Ford (Tis Pity She's a Whore), directed by Selina Cartmell in her American debut is Theatre for a New Audience's fourth production of the 2011 - 2012 theatre season.
Theatre for a New Audience and Baryshnikov Arts Center Present Fragments
by BWW
News Desk - Nov 13, 2011
Following acclaimed performances internationally, Theatre for a New Audience, in association with Baryshnikov Arts Center, will present the New York premiere of C.I.C.T. / Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord's Fragments from the texts by Samuel Beckett for only 29 performances at the Baryshnikov Arts Center, 450 West 37th Street.
Theatre for a New Audience and Baryshnikov Arts Center Present Fragments
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 19, 2011
Following acclaimed performances internationally, Theatre for a New Audience, in association with Baryshnikov Arts Center, will present the New York premiere of C.I.C.T. / Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord's Fragments from the texts by Samuel Beckett for only 29 performances at the Baryshnikov Arts Center, 450 West 37th Street.
Aurora Theatre Company Presents A DELICATE BALANCE, Closes 10/9
by BWW News Desk - Oct 9, 2011
Aurora Theatre Company proudly opens its 20th anniversary season with renowned American playwright Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning brutal comedy of manners A DELICATE BALANCE. Aurora Theatre Company Artistic Director Tom Ross helms a remarkable cast for A DELICATE BALANCE, including Aurora co-founder Ken Grantham and the company's first leading lady (Candida), Kimberly King. Jamie Jones makes her Aurora Theatre Company debut and Bay Area favorites Anne Darragh, Charles Dean, and Carrie Paff return to the Aurora stage, rounding out this spectacular ensemble. A DELICATE BALANCE closes October 9 at the Aurora Theatre in Berkeley.
John Glover, Max Casella et al. Join Ellen Burstyn in Labyrinth's ATMOSPHERE OF MEMORY
by Jessica Lewis - Sep 14, 2011
Labyrinth Theater Company has announced final casting for the World Premiere Production of The Atmosphere of Memory by David Bar Katz. Performances begin Saturday, October 15th with Opening Night scheduled for October 30th at Labyrinth's new home, the Bank Street Theater for a limited engagement through Sunday, November 13th.
Aurora Theatre Company Presents A DELICATE BALANCE, 9/2-10/9
by BWW
News Desk - Sep 2, 2011
Aurora Theatre Company proudly opens its 20th anniversary season with renowned American playwright Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning brutal comedy of manners A DELICATE BALANCE. Aurora Theatre Company Artistic Director Tom Ross helms a remarkable cast for A DELICATE BALANCE, including Aurora co-founder Ken Grantham and the company's first leading lady (Candida), Kimberly King.
Aurora Theatre Company Presents A DELICATE BALANCE, 9/2-10/9
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 26, 2011
Aurora Theatre Company proudly opens its 20th anniversary season with renowned American playwright Edward Albee's Pulitzer Prize-winning brutal comedy of manners A DELICATE BALANCE. Aurora Theatre Company Artistic Director Tom Ross helms a remarkable cast for A DELICATE BALANCE, including Aurora co-founder Ken Grantham and the company's first leading lady (Candida), Kimberly King.
Photo Coverage: OKLAHOMA! Opens July 8 at Reagle Music Theatre
by Jan Nargi - Jul 7, 2011
Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston opens its 43rd consecutive summer season July 8-17 with a sumptuous production of 'Oklahoma!' that features recreations of the original 1943 costumes, sets, and Agnes de Mille choreography. A cast of 50 and a full, live orchestra bring this great American classic to audiences in all of its original Broadway splendor.
Sarah Jessica Parker to Honor ANNIE Creators at Goodspeed Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2011
Goodspeed Musicals will proudly honor the tremendous creative team that introduced the world to Annie nearly 35 years ago when it debuted at the Goodspeed Opera House. The incomparable team of Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin will be celebrated at a Gala evening on Saturday, June 4, 2011 when they will each receive The Goodspeed Award for Outstanding Contribution to Musical Theatre in recognition of their extraordinary careers. Previous award recipients include Julie Andrews, Ira Gershwin, Jerry Herman, William Ivey Long, Michael P. Price, Gerald Schoenfeld, Stephen Schwartz, Susan Stroman, Tommy Tune and Paul Williams. Proceeds from the Gala will support Goodspeed Musicals' Education Programs through The Max Showalter Center for Education in Musical Theatre.
Sarah Jessica Parker to Honor ANNIE Creators at Goodspeed Gala, 6/4
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 2, 2011
Goodspeed Musicals will proudly honor the tremendous creative team that introduced the world to Annie nearly 35 years ago when it debuted at the Goodspeed Opera House. The incomparable team of Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin will be celebrated at a Gala evening on Saturday, June 4, 2011 when they will each receive The Goodspeed Award for Outstanding Contribution to Musical Theatre in recognition of their extraordinary careers. Previous award recipients include Julie Andrews, Ira Gershwin, Jerry Herman, William Ivey Long, Michael P. Price, Gerald Schoenfeld, Stephen Schwartz, Susan Stroman, Tommy Tune and Paul Williams. Proceeds from the Gala will support Goodspeed Musicals' Education Programs through The Max Showalter Center for Education in Musical Theatre.
Goodspeed Honors ANNIE Authors at 'ANNIE-versary,' 6/4
by Jessica Lewis - Mar 14, 2011
Goodspeed Musicals will honor the tremendous creative team that introduced the world to Annie nearly 35 years ago when it debuted at the Goodspeed Opera House. The incomparable team of Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin will be celebrated at a Gala evening on Saturday, June 4, 2011 when they will each receive The Goodspeed Award for Outstanding Contribution to Musical Theatre in recognition of their extraordinary careers. Previous award recipients include Julie Andrews, Ira Gershwin, Jerry Herman, William Ivey Long, Michael P. Price, Gerald Schoenfeld, Stephen Schwartz, Susan Stroman, Tommy Tune and Paul Williams. Proceeds from the Gala will support Goodspeed Musicals' Education Programs through The Max Showalter Center for Education in Musical Theatre.
P73 Announces $5000 Playwriting Fellowship to Nabers for 2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 18, 2011
Page 73 proudly announces that JANINE NABERS is the recipient of the 2011 'P73 Playwriting Fellowship,' an annual award that provides an early-career playwright with a $5,000 cash grant along with along with a year of development support for one or two projects, it has been announced by Liz Jones and Asher Richelli, the artistic directors of the Off-Broadway theatre company Page 73.
Kravis Center Offers Dazzling Show Biz Greats In January And February
by Beau Higgins - Jan 7, 2011
Highlights Include Michael Bolton, Vic Damone,
Michael Feinstein, Roberta Flack, Dudu Fisher,
Whoopi Goldberg, Shirley MacLaine, Peking Acrobats, Don Rickles & Joan Rivers, Jake Shimabukuro,
The Temptations & The Four Tops, Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, Forever Plaid, Tango Inferno,
NETworks Presents Disney's Beauty & The Beast
& The New Mel Brooks Musical Young Frankenstein
Photo Coverage: BWW Remembers Marcia Lewis
by Walter McBride - Dec 22, 2010
As BroadwayWorld reported yesterday, two time Tony Award nominee and Broadway favorite Marcia Lewis passed away December 21 in her home in Nashville, Tennessee. The beloved, 72 year old character actress lost a battle to both brain and lung cancer. Lewis is survived by her husband, Fred Bryan.
Broadway Beat TV Special: In Memory of Marcia Lewis
by Robert Diamond - Dec 21, 2010
Two time Tony Award nominee and Broadway favorite Marcia Lewis passed away on, December 21 in her home in Nashville, Tennessee. The beloved, 72 year old character actress lost a battle to both brain and lung cancer. Lewis is survived by her husband, Fred Bryan.
Broadway Beat has given us a special 'in memory' tribute clip of the star from her 1992 club act at Eighty-Eight's from the Broadway Beat Archives.