The Happy Time 2008 - Articles Page 1.8

Opened: April 6, 2008
Closing: June 01, 2008

The Happy Time - 2008 - Arlington, VA (Regional) History , Info & More

Signature Theatre [ARK Theatre]
4200 Campbell Avenue Arlington, VA 22206

Based on the play by Samuel Taylor


Based on the book by Robert Fontaine

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North American Premiere of Jean Butler's WHAT WE HOLD is Coming to Irish Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2024


Jean Butler's 'What We Hold' (North American Premiere) at Irish Arts Center is a physical, cultural, and emotional journey through the history of Irish dance. This celebrated work brings together seven generations of dancers to celebrate the past, connect the present, and look to the future.

Richard Holbrook to Reprise Cabaret Show at 54 Below in February
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 27, 2024


54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, will present four time MAC Award nominee Richard Holbrook in a special encore of his critically acclaimed , sold-out 20th anniversary show, Twenty Plus Four In 2024 this February. Find out more here!

Cast and Creative Team Set for ESCAPED ALONE World Premiere at Yale Repertory Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2024


Yale Repertory Theatre will continue its 2023–24 Season with Escaped Alone by Caryl Churchill, directed by Liz Diamond.

Full Cast Set for PLAYER KINGS Starring Ian McKellen, Toheeb Jimoh & Richard Coyle
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 19, 2024


IAN MCKELLEN, TOHEEB JIMOH & RICHARD COYLE star in Robert Icke's production of PLAYER KINGS, adapted from Shakespeare's Henry IV, Parts 1 & 2.

Cage The Elephant Shares New Single 'Neon Pill'
by Michael Major - Jan 19, 2024


Cage The Elephant return after a five-year hiatus with their new single “Neon Pill.' The two-time GRAMMY Award-winning band consists of brothers Matt Shultz (vocals) and Brad Shultz (rhythm guitar) along with Daniel Tichenor (bass), Jared Champion (drums), Nick Bockrath (lead guitar) and Matthan Minster (guitar, keyboards, backing vocals).

Calvin Knegten Completes the Cast of PRIDE HOUSE at TOSOS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 18, 2024


TOSOS launches its 50th Anniversary Season with the world premiere of 'Pride House,' a new play by Chris Weikel.

ACA Cinema Project Film Series to Present 'Family Portrait: Japanese Family In Flux' At Japan Society
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024


Experience the ACA Cinema Project film series 'Family Portrait: Japanese Family in Flux' at Japan Society from Feb. 15-24.

Rialto Chatter: Audra McDonald to Star in GYPSY Revival Next Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2024


Everything's coming up Audra! Sources say Audra McDonald will be taking on the iconic role of Mama Rose in a revival of Gypsy during the 2024-2025 season. 

A SIGN OF THE TIMES to Play at New World Stages Starring Chilina Kennedy, Justin Matthew Sargent & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2024


A Sign of the Times, a new musical featuring the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield, and other classic pop hits of the 1960s, will play a commercial engagement beginning March 4, 2024

TOSOS Announces 50th Anniversary Season PRIDE HOUSE Premiering January 18
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2023


New York City's oldest and longest producing LGBTQIA+ theater company TOSOS (Artistic Director Mark Finley) has announced the launch of their 50th Anniversary Season, including two full productions, an expansive reading series, annual gala, and several impactful events activated to celebrate the community.

Chilina Kennedy, Crystal Lucas-Perry & More to Star in A SIGN OF THE TIMES at New World Stages
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2023


Chilina Kennedy, Ryan Silverman, Justin Matthew Sargent and Crystal Lucas-Perry will star in A Sign of the Times featuring the songs of Petula Clark, Lesley Gore, Dusty Springfield and more. Off-Broadway.

Interview: Lesli Margherita Jumped at the Chance to be Singing in THE PASADENA PLAYHOUSE HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
by Gil Kaan - Dec 13, 2023


A new Pasadena Playhouse holiday tradition begins with the premiere of Tony nominee Sam Pinkleton and Randy Blair’s Pasadena Playhouse Holiday Spectacular running December 14th through December 23rd. Sam directs the cast of MaryAnn Hu, Lesli Margherita, George Salazar and Jason Michael Snow. I had the chance to toss a few questions out to Broadway, Los Angeles and London stage veteran, Ms. Lesli Margherita.

Sarah Jessica Parker's SEX & THE CITY Tutu Will Be Auctioned Off
by Michael Major - Dec 6, 2023


Dazzling and rare high fashion pieces owned and worn by legendary style icons, Princess Diana, Princess Grace of Monaco, Audrey Hepburn, Sarah Jessica Parker, Elizabeth Taylor, Cher, Kim Kardashian, Nicole Kidman, Joan Collins, Donna Summer, Whitney Houston, Lady Gaga, Paris Hilton. Check out the full lineup!

Key City Public Theatre to Present Two Holiday Shows Inspired by the Works of Charles Dickens
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2023


Get ready for a double dose of Charles Dickens at Key City Public Theatre in Port Townsend. Don't miss the hilarious shenanigans of 'What the Dickens?!' and the captivating one-man performance of 'Great Expectations.' Experience the humor, drama, and timeless storytelling of Dickens' works with these two premieres.

What's New on Max This December 2023
by Michael Major - Nov 27, 2023


Stream Original Comedy Specials “Leo Reich: Literally Who Cares?!” For HBO And “Gary Gulman: Born on 3rd Base” For Max, Max Original Documentary “Oprah and The Color Purple Journey,” HBO Original Documentary Series “Murder in Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning,” and more. Check out what's coming to Max and leaving Max in December 2023.

The Thalians Honors Actor & Humanitarian Gary Sinise with The 2023 Mr. Wonderful Award At Annual Winter Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2023


The Thalians will host their annual star studded Winter Gala, with proceeds benefitting the charity.  The 2023 gala will honor actor and humanitarian, Gary Sinise, with their highest honor, the Mr. Wonderful Award, for his efforts on behalf of our service men and women through the Gary Sinise Foundation. 

World Premiere of SNATCH ADAMS & TAINTY MCCRACKEN PRESENT IT'S THAT TIME OF THE MONTH Extended at Soho Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2023


Soho Rep extends the world premiere of 'Snatch Adams & Tainty McCracken Present It's That Time of the Month'. Directed by Jess Barbagallo, this original queer spectacle features puppets, prizes, and perversity.

Michael Imperioli Will Make Broadway Debut Opposite Jeremy Strong in AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 14, 2023


Emmy & SAG Award winner Michael Imperioli will make his Broadway debut opposite Jeremy Strong in AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE. We have all the details on when the play will arrive, which theatre it will play, and more!

Cumberland County Playhouse's WHITE CHRISTMAS Helps Ease Your Holiday Season Worries
by Jeffrey Ellis - Nov 12, 2023


Less than 48 hours after opening night of Cumberland County Playhouse’s 2023 holiday season offering of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, we are happy/sad to report that tickets are mighty scarce as the sparkling production is almost certainly headed to a complete sellout.

Susie Tallman Releases 10th Album, 'LET'S ALL SING!'
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 4, 2023


Susie Tallman, Parents' Choice Gold Award-winning family musician, has released her 10th album titled 'Let's All Sing!' The album is filled with joyful and uplifting songs for the whole family to enjoy.

Cast Set for UK Tour of CAN BEARS SKI?
by Stephi Wild - Nov 3, 2023


The Pied Piper Theatre Company and Deafinitely Theatre have announced the full cast of the Can Bears Ski? bythe award-winning poet Raymond Antrobus in a new adaptation for the stage by Tina Williams.

Ruben Studdard Readies the Release of New Album 'THE WAY I REMEMBER IT'
by Michael Major - Oct 26, 2023


Multi-Award Winning Platinum Recording Artist, American Idol Winner, Ruben Studdard is set to release his 8th studio album, 'The Way I Remember It.' Get ready for new music from this talented artist.

DAIS X RETROSPEKT Announce Tape Player/Cassette Collab & 'C23' Compilation
by Michael Major - Oct 25, 2023


The legacy and lineage of Dais dovetails naturally with the mission statement of Retrospekt: “Reviving retro tech for a new generation.” The fruit of their first collaboration is a chic, white, rose-adorned, limited-edition release of Retrospekt's CP-81 portable cassette player containing an exclusive 19-track compilation cassette.

The Menzingers Share New Album 'Some Of It Was True'
by Michael Major - Oct 13, 2023


The Menzingers release their seventh studio album ‘Some Of It Was True' via Epitaph Records. Four years since the release of 2019's Hello Exile, the band collaborated with Grammy-nominated producer Brad Cook (Bon Iver, the War on Drugs, Waxahatchee) on this new music.

Brooke Adams Joins MADWOMEN OF THE WEST Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Oct 12, 2023


A cast change has been announced for the New York premiere of Madwomen of the West, a new comedy by Sandra Tsing Loh. Brooke Adams will join Caroline Aaron, Marilu Henner, and Melanie Mayron, under the direction of Thomas Caruso.

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