Photo Flash: YOU, NERO
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 5, 2008
South Coast Repertory starts off the New Year with the World Premiere of You, Nero, a comedy by Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Freed. Commissioned by SCR, You, Nero imagines a meeting during the declining years of the Roman Empire between Scribonius, a put-upon playwright, and Emperor Nero, the all-powerful, narcissistic arbiter of art. The Roman romp stars Danny Scheie as Nero and John Vickery as Scribonius. Produced in association with Berkeley Repertory Theatre and directed by Sharon Ott,You, Nero will run from Jan. 4 through Jan. 25, 2009 on the Julianne Argyros Stage. Low-priced previews are available from Jan. 4 through Jan. 8. Opening night is Jan. 9. Press night is Saturday, Jan. 10 at 7:45 p.m. Tickets to You, Nero may be purchased online at www.scr.org, by phone at (714) 708-5555 or in person at the SCR box office.
George Street Presents Cuccioli and Mayes in 'A Holiday Cabaret' 12/20-12/21
by Eddie Varley - Dec 5, 2008
George Street Playhouse is celebrating the December holidays in a big way with a series of musical performances for a special Holiday Cabaret. The musical celebration will feature the talents of Tony Award nominee Robert Cuccioli, who is currently performing at George Street Playhouse in Conor McPherson's The Seafarer. Mr. Cuccioli received a Tony Nomination and is perhaps best known for playing the title role in Broadway's Jekyll & Hyde. Joining Mr. Cuccioli will be fellow Tony nominee Sally Mayes from the recent Broadway revival of She Loves Me. Christopher Howatt will serve as musical director and performer for the revue. Performances take place Saturday, December 20 at 2 and 8PM, and Sunday, December 21 at 2PM.
Philip J. Smith and Robert E. Wankel Named New Heads of Shubert Organization
by Eddie Varley - Dec 2, 2008
The New York Times is reporting that Philip J. Smith was named today the chairman of both the Shubert Organization and Foundation , a position many consider to the most powerful of all in the theatrical world. Mr. Smith, 77, the organization's president for the past dozen years, is taking over the same job that his longtime friend and mentor. The paper also reports that Robert E. Wankel, was named co-chief executive officer along with Mr. Smith and president. Mr. Wankel, who will turn 62 on Friday, was also elected to the board of directors.
TV: Gerald Schoenfeld - Man of the Theatre
by Eddie Varley - Nov 25, 2008
Gerald Schoenfeld, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of The Shubert Organization, Inc., passed away suddenly at his home in Manhattan on Tuesday, November 25th. Mr. Schoenfeld was 84 years old.
Broadway Dims Marquees and Mourns Gerald Schoenfeld
by Robert Diamond - Nov 25, 2008
Gerald Schoenfeld, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of The Shubert Organization, Inc., a theatre organization engaged in the ownership and operation of legitimate theatres in New York, Philadelphia, Boston and Washington, D.C. died suddenly at his home in Manhattan on Tuesday, November 25, according to Sam Rudy, a spokesperson for The Shubert Organization. Mr. Schoenfeld was 84 years old.
Chicago Shakespeare Theater Presents 'Amadeus'
by Victoria Myers - Jul 29, 2008
Chicago Shakespeare Theater (CST) kicks off the 2008/09 Subscription Season with Peter Shaffer's award-winning drama, Amadeus, staged by CST Associate Artistic Director Gary Griffin.
Photo Flash: Badge in Previews
by BWW - Jun 18, 2007
BeaconNY Productions is presenting the World-Premiere of Matthew Schneck's new dark comedy, Badge, at the Rattlestick Playwrights Theater
Photo Preview: Off-Broadway's Badge
by BWW - Jun 12, 2007
BeaconNY Productions is presenting the World-Premiere of Matthew Schneck's new dark comedy, Badge, at the Rattlestick Playwrights Theater
Dark Comedy 'Badge' Premieres Off-Broadway June 15
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2007
BeaconNY Productions is presenting the World-Premiere of Matthew Schneck's (12 Lb. Discourse, Attic) new dark comedy, Badge, at the Rattlestick Playwrights Theater (224 Waverly Place).
Grey Gardens Hits Broadway in October w/ Ebersole and Wilson
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2006
Grey Gardens, which recently concluded its sold out World Premiere production at Playwrights Horizons, will open on Broadway this Fall with performances beginning in October at The Walter Kerr Theatre (219 West 48th Street).
Maria Friedman Makes Broadway Debut In Woman In White
by BWW News Desk - Aug 26, 2005
Maria Friedman, the leading lady of the British musical theatre, makes her Broadway debut in London's smash hit musical, THE WOMAN IN WHITE, opening on Broadway Thursday, November 17th at the Marquis Theatre (211 W 45th St).
