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BUS STOP Extends at Olney Theatre Center To March 21
by BWW News Desk - Mar 21, 2010


Olney Theatre Center's acclaimed production of Bus Stop has been extended to March 21. Noted director/actor/writer Austin Pendleton has directed "a glowing production" of Bus Stop, according to The Washington Post. The Gazette says Olney's staging of the play is "worth checking out."

A Noise Within Presents AWAKE AND SING! 3/20 - 5/23
by BWW News Desk - Mar 20, 2010


A Noise Within (ANW) presents AWAKE AND SING!, an American classic by Clifford Odet, opening Saturday, March 20 and closing Sunday, May 23, 2010 (previews begin Saturday, March 13), directed by Andrew J. Traister. Featuring veteran actor Len Lesser (Jacob), who is well known to contemporary audiences at Seinfeld's 'Uncle Leo' and highly regarded ANW Resident Artists Deborah Strang (Bessie Berger) and Joel Swetow (Myron Berger), the play also features Alan Blumenfeld (Uncle Morty), Molly Leland (Hennie Berger), David Lengel (Sam Feinschreiber), Daniel Reichert (Moe Axelrod), Adam Silver (Ralph Berger) and Alan Waserman (Schlosser).

A Noise Within Presents AWAKE AND SING! by Clifford Odets - Opens March 20
by BWW News Desk - Mar 20, 2010


A Noise Within (ANW) presents AWAKE AND SING!, an American classic by CLIFFORD ODETS, opening Saturday, March 20 and closing Sunday, May 23, 2010 (previews begin Saturday, March 13), directed by Andrew J. Traister. Featuring veteran actor Len Lesser (Jacob), who is well known to contemporary audiences at Seinfeld's 'Uncle Leo' and highly regarded ANW Resident Artists Deborah Strang (Bessie Berger) and Joel Swetow (Myron Berger), the play also features Alan Blumenfeld (Uncle Morty), Molly Leland (Hennie Berger), David Lengel (Sam Feinschreiber), Daniel Reichert (Moe Axelrod), Adam Silver (Ralph Berger) and Alan Waserman (Schlosser).

Kansas City Repertory Theatre Opens BUS STOP, March 12
by BWW News Desk - Mar 12, 2010


Eric Rosen, artistic director of Kansas City Repertory Theatre, has announced that William Inge's 1955 classic Bus Stop will run at Spencer Theatre, March 12-April 4, 2010.

A Noise Within Presents AWAKE AND SING! 3/20 - 5/23
by Jessica Lewis - Mar 3, 2010


A Noise Within (ANW) presents AWAKE AND SING!, an American classic by Clifford Odet, opening Saturday, March 20 and closing Sunday, May 23, 2010 (previews begin Saturday, March 13), directed by Andrew J. Traister. Featuring veteran actor Len Lesser (Jacob), who is well known to contemporary audiences at Seinfeld's 'Uncle Leo' and highly regarded ANW Resident Artists Deborah Strang (Bessie Berger) and Joel Swetow (Myron Berger), the play also features Alan Blumenfeld (Uncle Morty), Molly Leland (Hennie Berger), David Lengel (Sam Feinschreiber), Daniel Reichert (Moe Axelrod), Adam Silver (Ralph Berger) and Alan Waserman (Schlosser).

BUS STOP Extends at Olney Theatre Center To March 21
by Robert Diamond - Mar 2, 2010


Olney Theatre Center's acclaimed production of Bus Stop has been extended to March 21. Noted director/actor/writer Austin Pendleton has directed "a glowing production" of Bus Stop, according to The Washington Post. The Gazette says Olney's staging of the play is "worth checking out."

A Noise Within Presents AWAKE AND SING! by Clifford Odets - Opens March 20
by Robert Diamond - Mar 1, 2010


A Noise Within (ANW) presents AWAKE AND SING!, an American classic by CLIFFORD ODETS, opening Saturday, March 20 and closing Sunday, May 23, 2010 (previews begin Saturday, March 13), directed by Andrew J. Traister. Featuring veteran actor Len Lesser (Jacob), who is well known to contemporary audiences at Seinfeld's 'Uncle Leo' and highly regarded ANW Resident Artists Deborah Strang (Bessie Berger) and Joel Swetow (Myron Berger), the play also features Alan Blumenfeld (Uncle Morty), Molly Leland (Hennie Berger), David Lengel (Sam Feinschreiber), Daniel Reichert (Moe Axelrod), Adam Silver (Ralph Berger) and Alan Waserman (Schlosser).

Austin Pendleton Directs BUS STOP at Olney 2/17-3/14
by BWW News Desk - Feb 17, 2010


Noted director/actor/writer Austin Pendleton will direct Bus Stop, Olney Theatre Center's first production of its 2010 season.

BUS STOP Closes at The Broken Arrow Community Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2010


The Broken Arrow Community Playhouse is proud to present William Inge's romantic comedy "Bus Stop" directed by Bob Papisan. Final performance of 'Bus Stop' will be held on February 13, 2010.

The Broken Arrow Community Playhouse Presents BUS STOP, 2/5-2/13
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2010


The Broken Arrow Community Playhouse is proud to present William Inge's romantic comedy "Bus Stop" directed by Bob Papisan. Performances are from February 5 to 13, 2010.

The Broken Arrow Community Playhouse Presents BUS STOP, 2/5-2/13
by BWW News Desk - Feb 2, 2010


The Broken Arrow Community Playhouse is proud to present William Inge's romantic comedy "Bus Stop" directed by Bob Papisan. Performances are from February 5 to 13, 2010.

Austin Pendleton Directs BUS STOP at Olney 2/17-3/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 19, 2010


Noted director/actor/writer Austin Pendleton will direct Bus Stop, Olney Theatre Center's first production of its 2010 season.

Elaine Stritch Talks 'My New York' With New York Post
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2010


Elaine Stritch's work in show business, stage and film, dates back decades, and there is no sign that she is slowing down anytime soon. The dynamo 84 year old performer is currently starring as Alec Baldwin's tough-as-nails mother in the comedy series '30 Rock', and starting Tuesday, Stritch can be seen performing in the limited engagement of her one-person show 'Elaine Stritch Singin' Sondheim: One Song at a Time,' at the Cafe Carlyle.

William Inge's PICNIC Opens Triad Stage's Ninth Season, Runs September 6-27
by BWW News Desk - Sep 11, 2009


Triad Stage opens its 2009-2010 Season - 'A Season Together' - with Picnic, William Inge's portrait of life in the American heartland. The greatest risk is love. It's a peaceful time for a quiet Kansas town in the early 1950s and summer is drawing to a close with the excitement of the annual Labor Day picnic. But the sudden arrival of Hal Carter, a handsome young drifter, stirs the emotions of a group of neighbors as he develops an instant attraction with Madge, one of the most beautiful girls in town. As Hal hides deep insecurities with grand shows of bravado, Madge is torn between her heart and her head in this Pulitzer Prize-winning drama where passions turn one small community upside down. Picnic runs September 6 through 27, 2009. Opening Night is Friday, September 11.

William Inge's PICNIC Opens Triad Stage's Ninth Season, Runs September 6-27
by BWW News Desk - Sep 6, 2009


Triad Stage opens its 2009-2010 Season - 'A Season Together' - with Picnic, William Inge's portrait of life in the American heartland. The greatest risk is love. It's a peaceful time for a quiet Kansas town in the early 1950s and summer is drawing to a close with the excitement of the annual Labor Day picnic. But the sudden arrival of Hal Carter, a handsome young drifter, stirs the emotions of a group of neighbors as he develops an instant attraction with Madge, one of the most beautiful girls in town. As Hal hides deep insecurities with grand shows of bravado, Madge is torn between her heart and her head in this Pulitzer Prize-winning drama where passions turn one small community upside down. Picnic runs September 6 through 27, 2009. Opening Night is Friday, September 11.

William Inge's PICNIC Opens Triad Stage's Ninth Season, Runs September 6-27
by Charlie Piane - Aug 19, 2009


Triad Stage opens its 2009-2010 Season - 'A Season Together' - with Picnic, William Inge's portrait of life in the American heartland. The greatest risk is love. It's a peaceful time for a quiet Kansas town in the early 1950s and summer is drawing to a close with the excitement of the annual Labor Day picnic. But the sudden arrival of Hal Carter, a handsome young drifter, stirs the emotions of a group of neighbors as he develops an instant attraction with Madge, one of the most beautiful girls in town. As Hal hides deep insecurities with grand shows of bravado, Madge is torn between her heart and her head in this Pulitzer Prize-winning drama where passions turn one small community upside down. Picnic runs September 6 through 27, 2009. Opening Night is Friday, September 11.

Kansas City Repertory Theatre Announces BUS STOP, Performs March 12 Through April 4, 2010
by Charlie Piane - Jul 17, 2009


Eric Rosen, artistic director of Kansas City Repertory Theatre, has announced that William Inge's 1955 classic Bus Stop will run at Spencer Theatre, March 12-April 4, 2010.

BUS STOP Closes This Saturday 6/6 At Paragon Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 2, 2009


Only 3 performances left for BUS STOP by William Inge, closes this Saturday night. A story revered by audiences since its Broadway premier in 1955, BUS STOP is a funny, touching exploration of the American Dream.

William Inge's BUS STOP Comes To The Paragon Theater 5/9-6/6
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 27, 2009


Paragon Presents William Inge's Timeless Comedy BUS STOP OPENS MAY 9TH. TICKETS ON SALE NOW. William Inge's timeless classic plays May 9 - June 6, 2009

Grimes, Sirola Star In LOVE FROM SHAKESPEARE TO COWARD 4/27 At National Arts
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 24, 2009


For one night only, Tony Award winner Tammy Grimes and Joe Sirola to star in Love from Shakespeare to Coward Monday, April 27 at 7PM National Arts Club Tammy Grimes and Joe Sirola will make a command performance as they celebrate almost 50 years since they shared the stage together in the Broadway musical The Unsinkable Molly Brown.

Revival of 'Rock Hunter' to Play as Part of MITF, 7/18-8/2
by BWW News Desk - Jul 9, 2007


Wildcat Theatricals will present a new production of Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter? by George Axelrod as part of the 8th Midtown International Theatre Festival.

Review: 2nd Story's Bus Stop
by Randy Rice - May 28, 2007


William Inge's play about a small-town diner and it's patrons is firmly a part of Broadway lore. 2nd Story's production of Bus Stop has been extended through June 16th

Full New York Musical Theatre Festival Schedule Announced
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2006


Complete scheduling information has been announced for the New York Musical Theatre Festival

Bus Stop FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Bus Stop have there been?
Bus Stop has had 2 productions including Broadway which opened in 1955 and Broadway which opened in 1996.
What Tony Awards has Bus Stop been nominated for?
Bus Stop has been nominated for several Tony Awards. It was nominated for Best Play, Best Direction for Harold Clurman, and Best Scenic Design for Boris Aronson.
What awards has Bus Stop been nominated for?
Bus Stop has been nominated for several awards. It was nominated for Best American Play at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for William Inge. Additionally, it received a nomination for Best Performances in Supporting Roles at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Crahan Denton.
What awards has Bus Stop won?
Bus Stop has won several awards, including the Best American Play award from the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards for William Inge. Additionally, Crahan Denton received the Best Performances in Supporting Roles award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for their performance in the show.

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