The Heartache of YOUTH
by Brent Englar - May 17, 2010
Standing O Productions, the 3-year-old theatre company based in Arnold, mounts a memorable production of Kenneth Lonergan's THIS IS OUR YOUTH.
Rubicon Theatre Co Continues Season With CRIMES OF THE HEART, Concludes 5/16
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2010
Rubicon Theatre Company continues its 2009-2010 Season with a revival of BETH HENLEY's Pulitzer Prize-winning play CRIMES OF THE HEART. Set in Mississippi in 1974 (five years after Hurricane Camille), this sweet, sexy comedy follows the travails of the three Magrath sisters, who come together at the family home in Hazelhurst when the youngest Babe is charged with shooting her husband 'cause she didn't like his looks.'
Rubicon Theatre Co Continues Season With CRIMES OF THE HEART, Opens April 24
by BWW News Desk - Apr 24, 2010
Rubicon Theatre Company continues its 2009-2010 Season with a revival of BETH HENLEY's Pulitzer Prize-winning play CRIMES OF THE HEART. Set in Mississippi in 1974 (five years after Hurricane Camille), this sweet, sexy comedy follows the travails of the three Magrath sisters, who come together at the family home in Hazelhurst when the youngest Babe is charged with shooting her husband 'cause she didn't like his looks.'
Skylight Opera Presents RENT May 21-June 20
by Elisabeth Nebeker - Apr 23, 2010
The Pulitizer and Tony Award winnning rock opera RENT comes to the Broadway Theatre Center May 21 through June 20 as part of the Sylight Opera Series. Ticket prices range from $62 to $20 and are available at the Box Office, 414-291-7800 or www.skylightopera.com.
Rubicon Theatre Co Continues Season With CRIMES OF THE HEART, Previews 4/21-23
by BWW
News Desk - Apr 21, 2010
Rubicon Theatre Company continues its 2009-2010 Season with a revival of BETH HENLEY's Pulitzer Prize-winning play CRIMES OF THE HEART. Set in Mississippi in 1974 (five years after Hurricane Camille), this sweet, sexy comedy follows the travails of the three Magrath sisters, who come together at the family home in Hazelhurst when the youngest Babe is charged with shooting her husband 'cause she didn't like his looks.'
Rubicon Theatre Co Continues Season With CRIMES OF THE HEART, Previews 4/21-23
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 2, 2010
Rubicon Theatre Company continues its 2009-2010 Season with a revival of BETH HENLEY's Pulitzer Prize-winning play CRIMES OF THE HEART. Set in Mississippi in 1974 (five years after Hurricane Camille), this sweet, sexy comedy follows the travails of the three Magrath sisters, who come together at the family home in Hazelhurst when the youngest Babe is charged with shooting her husband 'cause she didn't like his looks.'
Mid-March Brings MORE Theatre Viewing Opportunities to the California Central Coast!
by Curt Miner - Mar 8, 2010
As we come to the second week of March, some of our California Central Coast theatre and live entertainment venues have just closed or will soon be closing their current performance runs, while a couple are preparing to open new shows - rarely a dull moment when it comes to theatre opportunities in these parts!
Solo Performance Festival #4 Set For Theatre Off Jackson
by BWW News Desk - Mar 3, 2010
Solo Performance Festival (SPF #4: Can You Get My Back) presented by Theatre Off Jackson is the fourth installment of Seattle's annual solo performance festival, and is dedicated to presenting fearless, cutting-edge, diverse performances by solo theatre artists.
Orange County's PACIFIC SYMPHONY Presents 'Rising Stars,' 2/28
by BWW News Desk - Feb 28, 2010
In an exciting and multi-layered display of talent worthy of the spotlight, Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra (PSYO) performs 'RISING STARS' on Sunday, Feb. 28, at 4 p.m., in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Led by the Symphony's Assistant Conductor Maxim Eshkenazy, this Cheng Family Foundation PSYO concert includes a plethora of young talent: cellist Eric Lee-the winner of this year's Concerto Competition-playing the allegretto movement of Shostakovich's Cello Concerto No.1, which earned him the top spot; the inaugural performance of the Pacific Chorale Honor Choir (a new collaboration between the Symphony and Pacific Chorale), singing Faure's 'Requiem' with PSYO musicians; and PSYO's electrifying performance of the 1919 version of Stravinsky's ballet 'Firebird,' accompanied by the Dmitri Kulev Classical Ballet Academy.
Orange County's PACIFIC SYMPHONY Presents 'Rising Stars,' 2/28
by Michael Quintos - Feb 22, 2010
In an exciting and multi-layered display of talent worthy of the spotlight, Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra (PSYO) performs 'RISING STARS' on Sunday, Feb. 28, at 4 p.m., in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Led by the Symphony's Assistant Conductor Maxim Eshkenazy, this Cheng Family Foundation PSYO concert includes a plethora of young talent: cellist Eric Lee-the winner of this year's Concerto Competition-playing the allegretto movement of Shostakovich's Cello Concerto No.1, which earned him the top spot; the inaugural performance of the Pacific Chorale Honor Choir (a new collaboration between the Symphony and Pacific Chorale), singing Faure's 'Requiem' with PSYO musicians; and PSYO's electrifying performance of the 1919 version of Stravinsky's ballet 'Firebird,' accompanied by the Dmitri Kulev Classical Ballet Academy.
Solo Performance Festival #4 Set For Theatre Off Jackson
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 3, 2010
Solo Performance Festival (SPF #4: Can You Get My Back) presented by Theatre Off Jackson is the fourth installment of Seattle's annual solo performance festival, and is dedicated to presenting fearless, cutting-edge, diverse performances by solo theatre artists.
Broderick-Led Starry Messenger Plays Final Performance 12/19
by BWW News Desk - Dec 19, 2009
The New Group's world premiere of Kenneth Lonergan's play The Starry Messenger, at Theatre Row has extended one week. The production to now close on Saturday, December 19. The New Group is presenting the world premiere of The Starry Messenger as the first production in its 2009-2010 season. This production is playing a limited Off-Broadway engagement, that began previews on October 26 with an official opening night on November 23. The production was initially slated to close on December 12.
Mesa Arts Center Announces its Spring 2010 Performing Live Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 8, 2009
Mesa Arts Center Announces its Spring 2010 Performing Live Season with diverse acts that will excite patrons of all ages. For country fans, music legend Merle Haggard will perform his #1 chart topping songs. For classical music lovers, reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman is returning for an unforgettable performance.
Broderick-Led Starry Messenger Extends Thru 12/19
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 1, 2009
The New Group's world premiere of Kenneth Lonergan's play The Starry Messenger, at Theatre Row has extended one week. The production to now close on Saturday, December 19. The New Group is presenting the world premiere of The Starry Messenger as the first production in its 2009-2010 season. This production is playing a limited Off-Broadway engagement, that began previews on October 26 with an official opening night on November 23. The production was initially slated to close on December 12.
The Starry Messenger Extends at The New Group Through December 19th
by Robert Diamond - Nov 30, 2009
The New Group proudly announces a one-week extension for its current production, Kenneth Lonergan's The Starry Messenger. This world premiere production will now play its final performance on Saturday, December 19 (previous final performance date: December 12)., Previews began Monday, October 26 at The New Group @ Theatre Row, and the show enjoyed its Official Press Opening on Monday, November 23.
Photo Coverage: THE STARRY MESSENGER - After Party
by Walter McBride - Nov 17, 2009
The New Group is presenting the world premiere of The Starry Messenger written and directed by Kenneth Lonergan as the first production in its 2009-2010 season. This production plays a limited Off-Broadway engagement from October 26 - December 12 at The New Group @ Theatre Row, with Official Opening Night now set for Monday, November 23 at 8:00 PM.
Actors Theatre of Louisville Announces 2010 Humana Festival of New American Plays
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 16, 2009
Actors Theatre Artistic Director Marc Masterson and Managing Director Jennifer Bielstein are proud to announce the lineup of the 34th annual Humana Festival of New American Plays, the nation's pre-eminent and longest-running new play festival. This season, the Humana Festival is slated for February 21 through March 28, 2010.
Broderick Led THE STARRY MESSENGER Now Opens 11/23
by Eddie Varley - Oct 26, 2009
The New Group will presents the world premiere of The Starry Messenger written and directed by Kenneth Lonergan as the first production in its 2009-2010 season. This production plays a limited Off-Broadway engagement from October 26 - December 12 at The New Group @ Theatre Row, with Official Opening Night now set for Monday, November 23 at 8:00 PM. This delayed opening is due to a last minute cast change (Merwin Goldsmith replaced Jonathan Hadary) as previously reported.
AMERICAN BUFFALO Comes To TheatreWorks 9/11-10/18
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2009
In the raw, urgent, riotous 'American Buffalo', three small-time crooks plot to steal a priceless coin collection. Strategizing from the confines of a pathetic Chicago junk shop, the would-be masterminds each try to control the logistics of their ill-fated scheme.
NATHAN THE WISE Receives American Premiere, Starring Strathairn, At People's Light 9/16-10/11
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2009
People's Light & Theatre Company kicks off their 35th Anniversary Season with the American Premiere of NATHAN THE WISE translated by Edward Kemp from the play by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. NATHAN THE WISE runs from September 16 - October 11, 2009, on the Main Stage. Artistic Director Abigail Adams directs. People's Light & Theatre is located at 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern.