Henrik Ibsen's 'The Wild Duck' by Court Theatre
by Chicago News Desk - Jan 4, 2009
Court Theatre continues its 2008-09 season with the World Premiere translation of Henrik Ibsen's modernist classic The Wild Duck, directed by Artistic Director Charles Newell. The production will run at the MCA Stage at the Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 East Chicago Avenue, January 15 - February 15, 2009.
Tix On Sale For Final Six Target Play Dates At Guthrie 1/7
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 30, 2008
Tickets for the final six Target Play Dates of the 2008-09 season will go on sale Wednesday, January 7 through the Guthrie Box Office. Presented in partnership with Target, this wildly popular event lets kids take part in an afternoon of classes taught by Guthrie teaching artists, while the rest of the family gets $15 reduced-price tickets to that afternoon's matinee performance. Target Play Date tickets are only available in-person or by phone at 612.377.2224, toll-free 877.44.STAGE.
Henrik Ibsen's 'The Wild Duck' by Court Theatre
by Steve Leary - Dec 17, 2008
Court Theatre continues its 2008-09 season with the World Premiere translation of Henrik Ibsen's modernist classic The Wild Duck, directed by Artistic Director Charles Newell. The production will run at the MCA Stage at the Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 East Chicago Avenue, January 15 - February 15, 2009.
Testa, Burgess, Fleshler, LeFevre, Ortlieb, Rosen & More Join GUYS & DOLLS Cast
by Robert Diamond - Dec 15, 2008
Producer Howard Panter for Ambassador Theatre Group and co-producers Tulchin/Bartner/Jenkins, Bill Kenwright, Northwater Entertainment, Darren Bagert, and Tom Gregory announced the complete cast and design team for the new Broadway production of the greatest musical comedy GUYS AND DOLLS. The first joint Broadway project by two-time Tony Award winning director Des McAnuff and choreographer Sergio Trujillo since their collaboration on the Tony Award winning musical Jersey Boys, GUYS AND DOLLS will begin previews on February 3, 2009 at Broadway's newly refurbished Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st Street). Opening Night is March 1, 2009.
Fela! Concludes Extended Off-Broadway Run Today, 10/5
by Eddie Varley - Oct 5, 2008
The world premiere of Fela!, a new musical based on the life of groundbreaking African composer, performer and activist Fela Anikulapo Kuti, will play the final performance of its extended run Sunday, October 5th at 37 Arts (450 West 37th Street, between 9th and 10th Avenues.
IDAHO!, A New Musical, To Premiere at NYMF 9/25
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2008
The New York Musical Theatre Festival, Sharon Carr and Richard Winkler present IDAHO! (www.IdahoMusical.com), a new American comedy musical with book, music and lyrics by Buddy Sheffield and music by Keith Thompson.
Photo Flash: 'Oklahoma' Opening Night at Paper Mill Playhouse
by Jordan Westfall - Sep 24, 2008
To open their 70th Season, Paper Mill Playhouse takes a fresh look at this musical theatre classic. Arguably the most brilliant musical ever created, Oklahoma! changed the face of American musical theatre forever. The high-spirited rivalry between the local farmers and cowboys provides the colorful background against which Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a winsome farm girl, play out their love story.
Photo Flash: 'Oklahoma!' at Paper Mill Opens 9/21 with O'Malley & Sikora
by Eugene Lovendusky - Sep 19, 2008
Paper Mill Playhouse is proud to announce the opening of the theatre's 70th Season with Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma! Created by the team of director, James Brennan, and choreographer, Peggy Hickey, Oklahoma! will run at the Millburn theatre from September 17 through October 19, 2008. Press Opening is Sunday, September 21st at 7:30pm
Tony Kushner to Receive First Steinberg Playwright Award
by Robert Diamond - Sep 16, 2008
The New York Times reports this morning that Playwright Tony Kushner has been named the first recipient of the Steinberg Distinguished Playwright Award. The award, which which comes with a cash prize of $200,000 will be presented on Wednesday.
Fela! Will Extend Its Off-Broadway Run Through 10/4
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 12, 2008
Ruth & Stephen Hendel and Roy Gabay announced today that, due to overwhelming popular demand, the world premiere of Fela!, a new musical based on the life of groundbreaking African composer, performer and activist Fela Anikulapo Kuti, has extended its run through Saturday, October 4 at 37 Arts (450 West 37th Street, between 9th and 10th Avenues
Capathia Jenkins and Louis Rosen Return to Birdland 10/6
by Kristin Allard - Sep 8, 2008
Jim Caruso's Cast Party is proud to present the jubilant return of acclaimed performing duo 'Capathia Jenkins and Louis Roser' on Monday, October 6, 2008, at 7:00pm. The set is part of the Nightlife Award-winning concert series Broadway at Birdland, long a staple at the legendary club. Jenkins is best known for her Broadway resume ('Martin Short: Fame Becomes Me;' 'Caroline, Or Change'), while Rosen, a noted songwriter/guitarist, pens many of the duo's offerings.
Lewis and Jones Team Up For 'Fela!' at 37 Arts
by BWW News Desk - Sep 4, 2008
Ruth & Stephen Hendel and Roy Gabay present the world premiere of Fela!, a new musical based on the life of groundbreaking African composer, performer and activist Fela Anikulapo Kuti.
Lewis and Jones Team Up For 'Fela!' at 37 Arts
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 21, 2008
Ruth & Stephen Hendel and Roy Gabay present the world premiere of Fela!, a new musical based on the life of groundbreaking African composer, performer and activist Fela Anikulapo Kuti.
IDAHO!, A New Musical, To Premiere at NYMF 9/25
by Faetra Petillo - Jul 30, 2008
The New York Musical Theatre Festival, Sharon Carr and Richard Winkler present IDAHO! (www.IdahoMusical.com), a new American comedy musical with book, music and lyrics by Buddy Sheffield and music by Keith Thompson.
9 to 5 Begins Previews On 3/24 at Marquis Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jul 15, 2008
Producer Robert Greenblatt announced today that 9 To 5: The Musical, based on the 20th Century Fox motion picture, will begin previews on Broadway Tuesday, March 24, 2009, and will open Thursday, April 23, 2009, at the Marriott Marquis Theatre (1535 Broadway). 9 To 5: The Musical marks the Broadway debut of seven-time Grammy Award winning singer, songwriter and musician Dolly Parton as composer and lyricist. The musical's book by Patricia Resnick is based on her original story and screenplay for the smash 1980 film comedy.
Bill T. Jones to Direct New Musical 'Fela!'
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2008
Ruth & Stephen Hendel and Roy Gabay present the world premiere of Fela!, a new musical based on the life of groundbreaking African composer, performer and activist Fela Anikulapo Kuti. Directed and choreographed by Tony® Award winner Bill T. Jones (Spring Awakening) with a book by Jim Lewis and Bill T. Jones, Fela! will feature Kuti's rousing music performed live onstage by Antibalas and other members of the New York Afrobeat community.
Pinkins and Thoms To Star In 'And Her Hair Went With Her'
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2008
Tony Award-winner Tonya Pinkins (Jelly's Last Jam, Caroline or Change) and Tracie Thoms (Broadway's Drowning Crow, TV's Cold Case) star in And Her Hair Went With Her, a tour de-force for two actors by Zina Camblin.