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Opened: January 7, 1994
Closing: February 13, 1994

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Samuel Beckett's Radio Play ALL THAT FALL Among Lincoln Center's 2016 White Light Festival Lineup
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 16, 2016


Ehrenkranz Artistic Director Jane Moss today announced the schedule for Lincoln Center's seventh White Light Festival, running from October 16 through November 16, 2016. The international multidisciplinary festival, which takes its name from a quotation by the Estonian composer Arvo Part, is an annual exploration of the power of art to illuminate our interior and communal lives. 'I could compare my music to white light which contains all colors. Only a prism can divide the colors and make them appear; this prism could be the spirit of the listener.' - Arvo Part

The MAC Sets 2016-16 Performing Series
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 8, 2016


McAninch Arts Center (MAC) at College of DuPage is pleased to announce its 2016-2017 Season Performance Series. Subscriptions are on sale now for an exciting selection of music, dance, theater, comedy and literature events showcasing a roster of world-class headliners. Single tickets go on sale at the Box Office Saturday, Aug. 6 at 11 a.m.

BWW Review: The Spectacle of THE LION KING
by Amanda Finn - May 16, 2016


Disney's The Lion King has dominated the stage for almost 20 years and audiences still flock to the theatre whenever the show migrates into a new city -- or even an old city as the show makes its return to Overture Center.

Gloria McLean's DANCING DRAWING AND DRAWING DANCE Opens at Gallery Infinito
by BWW News Desk - Apr 13, 2016


Choreographer Gloria McLean presents an evening of new work titled 'Dancing Drawing and Drawing Dance' at Gallery Infinito in Tribeca, tonight, April 13. Doors will open at 7:00pm, with video to precede the main performance starting at 7:30.

La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts to Present Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 12, 2016


LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS presents the fourth production in its innovative and award-winning ONSTAGE Series with the Tony award-winning rock musical, AMERICAN IDIOT, music by Green Day, lyrics by Billie Joe Armstrong, book by Billie Joe Armstrong and Michael Mayer, musical direction by David O, choreography by Dana Solimando and directed by Brian Kite. AMERICAN IDIOT will preview on Friday, April 29 (with a press opening on Saturday, April 30 at 8pm) and will run through Sunday, May 15 - ONSTAGE at LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, 14900 La Mirada Blvd. in La Mirada.

Gloria McLean's DANCING DRAWING AND DRAWING DANCE Set for Gallery Infinito
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2016


Choreographer Gloria McLean presents an evening of new work titled 'Dancing Drawing and Drawing Dance' at Gallery Infinito in Tribeca, on Wednesday April 13. Doors will open at 7:00pm, with video to precede the main performance starting at 7:30.

All-Star Magic Revue IT'S MAGIC Set for the Harris Center
by BWW News Desk - Mar 10, 2016


Once again, the art of magic is alive and thriving at the Harris Center for the Arts.

BWW Review: Top 10 Reasons Why Disney's THE LION KING Is Still Worth Seeing On Tour
by Michael L. Quintos - Oct 26, 2015


18 years and billions of box office receipts later, Disney's Tony Award-winning global hit THE LION KING is still going strong both on Broadway and on various touring and sit-down productions across the world. The show's North American tour is currently finishing up its four-week return engagement at Orange County's Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa through November 1. The question raised is this: is THE LION KING, Director Julie Taymor's creative stage adaptation of the hit animated classic still worth seeing these days? Absolutely. Here's ten reasons why...

Patti LaBelle, Tony Bennett, Ina Garten and More Among Dr. Phillips Center's New Series, Shows in 2015-16
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2015


Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts launches its 2015-2016 season.

Jane Martin's H2O to Receive NYC Premiere at 59E59 Theaters
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 15, 2015


59E59 Theaters (Elysabeth Kleinhans, Artistic Director; Peter Tear, Executive Producer; Brian Beirne, Managing Director) is thrilled to welcome Ground UP Productions with the NY premiere of H2O written by Jane Martin and directed by West Hyler. H2O begins performances on Friday, November 27 for a limited engagement through Sunday, December 13. Press opening is Tuesday, December 1 at 7:15 PM. The performance schedule is Tuesday - Thursday at 7:15 PM; Friday at 8:15 PM; Saturday at 2:15 PM & 8:15 PM; and Sunday at 3:15 PM. Performances are at 59E59 Theaters (59 East 59th Street, between Park and Madison Avenues). Tickets are $35 ($24.50 for 59E59 Members). To purchase tickets, call Ticket Central at (212) 279-4200 or go to www.59e59.org.

Kravis Center to Celebrate Masters of Dance Throughout 2015-16 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 15, 2015


The 2015-2016 season at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is a nonstop series of performances by show biz legends and super-hot headliners from Broadway to Hollywood, from the TV screen to many of the world's hottest nightclubs and most impressive concert stages. In addition to legendary singers, actors, magicians and more, the Kravis Center is also presenting some of the world's most exciting and highly acclaimed dancers and dance companies.

Viola Davis to Partner with Tony Kushner on Political Film
by Jessica Khan - Sep 23, 2015


On the heels of her history-making Emmy win for HOW TO GET AWAY WITH MURDER last weekend, Viola Davis will be working with some high caliber theatre and big screen folks on her upcoming projects. 

Patti LaBelle, Tony Bennett, Ina Garten and More Among Dr. Phillips Center's New Series, Shows in 2015-16
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2015


Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts announces upcoming shows and series confirmed to date for the 2015-2016 season.  The Dr. Phillips Center's anchor season of Broadway Across America and the resident companies of the Orlando Ballet and the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra will be joined by new series and festivals including the Morgan Stanley Jazz at Dr. Phillips Center subscription series, a Flamenco festival and a Chefs at the Dr. Phillips Center series.  

Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis' AMERICAN IDIOT Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 4, 2015


 Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis announces the Indiana premiere of American Idiot opening tonight, June 4, 2015 on the Livia and Steve Russell Stage. This production runs through July 5, 2015, with Bryan Fonseca serving as director, Emily Ristine Holloway serving as Assistant Director, Tim Brickley and Jeanne Bowling serving as co-Musical Directors, and Cherri Jaffee and Mariel Greenlee serving as co-choreographers.

TRK Presents LE MOCHE This Week
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2015


Theatre Raymond Kabbaz (TRK) presents the Los Angeles premiere of Le Moche (The Ugly One), a satirical comedy that explores society's fixation on physical beauty, tonight, May 28 and tomorrow, May 29, 2015.

Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis' AMERICAN IDIOT to Open 6/4
by Tyler Peterson - May 20, 2015


 Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis announces the Indiana premiere of American Idiot opening June 4, 2015 on the Livia and Steve Russell Stage. This production runs through July 5, 2015, with Bryan Fonseca serving as director, Emily Ristine Holloway serving as Assistant Director, Tim Brickley and Jeanne Bowling serving as co-Musical Directors, and Cherri Jaffee and Mariel Greenlee serving as co-choreographers.

TRK to Present LE MOCHE, 5/28-29
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 16, 2015


Theatre Raymond Kabbaz (TRK) presents the Los Angeles premiere of Le Moche (The Ugly One), a satirical comedy that explores society's fixation on physical beauty, on Thursday, May 28 and Friday, May 29, 2015. Written by Marius von Mayenburg and performed by members of La Troupe du Theatre Raymond Kabbaz, the exhilarating Le Moche follows talented engineer Lette who struggles for recognition, thwarted by an ugly face. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for students, and tickets are available here. The play runs for 75 minutes with no intermission. Performances start at 7:30pm and are in French without subtitles. A no host bar will be available. Theatre Raymond Kabbaz at Le Lycee Francais de Los Angeles is located at 10361 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064 (310-286-0553). To learn more about Theatre Raymond Kabbaz, please visit http://www.theatreraymondkabbaz.com.

B Street to Present the Regional Premiere of BUYER & CELLAR Starring Nick Cearley
by Danielle Ashley Dias - Apr 2, 2015


B Street Theatre, Sacramento's Resident New Works Theatre, is pleased to present the Regional Premiere of Buyer & Cellar, a one-man show by playwright Jonathan Tolins. Enjoying immediate success at the non-profit Rattlestick Playwrights Theater, Buyer & Cellar moved to the Barrow Street Theatre for an Off-Broadway run. Playing to sold-out houses for months, Buyer & Cellar received an Off-Broadway extension until April of 2014. The critically acclaimed production went on to receive a Chicago engagement followed by a US Tour through November 2014.

Shakespeare Theatre Company to Host MAN OF LA MANCHA-Themed Mock Trial, 5/11
by BWW News Desk - Mar 13, 2015


The Shakespeare Theatre Company, recipient of the 2012 Regional Theatre Tony Award, presents its Annual Dinner and Mock Trial at Sidney Harman Hall (610 F Street NW) on Monday, May 11, 2015. This marks the 20th year that Shakespeare Theatre Company has put on the Mock Trial. The evening begins with dinner at 5:30 p.m. in the Forum, followed by the Trial at 7:30 p.m. in the theatre. A special session of the Supreme Court of La Mancha will review the decisions of the Family Court to declare Don Quixote mentally incompetent and his subsequent placement under the guardianship of his niece, Antonia.

IF/THEN, BULLETS OVER BROADWAY & More Will Tour in 2015-16- Hollywood Pantages Sets New Season!
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 27, 2015


The Hollywood Pantages, a Nederlander Theatre, reveals its lineup for the 2015-2016 SEASON, featuring four L.A. Premieres direct from Broadway and four classic hits returning to Los Angeles.

BWW Reviews: Non-Stop Movement Marks NEWSIES Musical at The Hippodrome
by Cybele Pomeroy - Dec 4, 2014


NEWSIES showcases enthusiastic, athletic, acrobatic dancing- the Company is chockablock with high-end dancers equal to the complications of Christopher Gattelli's choreography, which deservedly earned this show one of its Tony awards.

New Theatre: Season 2015 Launch
by Jade Kops - Nov 25, 2014


From attending the New Theatre 2015 season launch, it is clear from Artistic Director Louise Fischer's introduction that New Theatre is a "family" with a passion for what they create. The 2015 line up continues the company's legacy of staging productions that will challenge ideas and discuss issues, and even the plays that were written in other eras remain relevant to the current society.

WITNESS UGANDA, MOMIX, Neil Gaiman and More Set for Park City Institute's 2014-2015 Season
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2014


Entertaining, educating and illuminating. Park City Institute (formerly known as Park City Performing Arts Foundation) presents a dynamic season of eclectic, electrifying, awe-inspiring and internationally acclaimed dancers, musicians, family entertainers, speakers, actors and performance troupes.

Nevada Ballet Theatre Launches Season with A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 20, 2014


Nevada Ballet Theatre (NBT) will launch its 43nd (2014-2015) main stage performance season and its third year as Resident Ballet Company of The Smith Center for the Performing Arts with A Midsummer Night's Dream Act I and Seasons tonight, September 20 at 7:30 pm andSunday, September 21 at 2 pm.

Cyndi Lauper, Jennifer Hudson & More Perform on AMERICA'S GOT TALENT Finale Tonight
by TV News Desk - Sep 17, 2014


Travis Barker, Cyndi Lauper and more surprise celebrity guests will perform during the finale of 'America's Got Talent' tonight, Sept. 17.

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