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TIGER BY THE TAIL to Run 3/6-4/19 at Lonny Chapman Theatre
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 2, 2015


The Group Rep presents the west coast premiere of Frawley Becker's searing drama 'Tiger by the Tail' directed by Jules Aaron, produced by Richard Alan Woody and Frawley Becker. The play runs March 6th through April 19th, Fridays and Saturdays at 8PM, Sundays at 2PM, at the Lonny Chapman Theatre located at the edge of the NoHo Arts District in North Hollywood, CA.

BWW Reviews: Gangbusters Theatre Company Presents the World Premiere JFK Conspiracy Play SUNNY AFTERNOON at Theater Asylum
by Shari Barrett - Oct 26, 2013


SUNNY AFTERNOON examines the mysteriously unrecorded 48 hours Lee Harvey Oswald was in the custody of Police Captain William Fritz (Darrett Sanders), who has only a limited amount of time to pry the answers from Lee before he is to be transferred from police headquarters to county jail and an appointment with his own destiny.

Jake Heggie & Gene Scheer's HERE/AFTER: SONGS OF LOST VOICES Out Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 21, 2013


Today, October 21 marks the release of HERE/AFTER: Songs of Lost Voices, a two-CD set of recent songs and music by Jake Heggie, 'the finest American art song composer of his generation' (John von Rhein, Classical Review), to texts by the Grammy Award-nominated Gene Scheer. The generous PentaTone Classics collection features more than two hours of music from the composer and librettist of the operas Moby-Dick and Three Decembers, with performances by some of the foremost exponents of their work, including soprano Talise Trevigne, mezzo Joyce DiDonato, tenor Stephen Costello, baritone Nathan Gunn, flutistCarol Wincenc, and the Alexander String Quartet. Recorded at LucasFilm's Skywalker Ranch and produced by Grammy Award-winner Steve Barnett,HERE/AFTER seeks to give voice to silenced individuals whose stories deserve to be heard, including victims and survivors of 9/11 (Pieces of 9/11) and the great French sculptor Camille Claudel (Camille Claudel: Into the Fire). The composer explains that he and Scheer set out to capture 'the hope and newness that can come from grief,' and, as the Associated Press recently recognized, HERE/AFTER succeeds in transmuting 'memories of grief into survivor songs - some of them surprisingly joyous.' Video trailers featuring excerpts from five of the songs may be viewed here.

Jake Heggie & Gene Scheer's HERE/AFTER: SONGS OF LOST VOICES Out 10/21
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 16, 2013


October 21 marks the release of HERE/AFTER: Songs of Lost Voices, a two-CD set of recent songs and music by Jake Heggie, “the finest American art song composer of his generation” (John von Rhein, Classical Review), to texts by the Grammy Award-nominated Gene Scheer. The generous PentaTone Classics collection features more than two hours of music from the composer and librettist of the operas Moby-Dick and Three Decembers, with performances by some of the foremost exponents of their work, including soprano Talise Trevigne, mezzo Joyce DiDonato, tenor Stephen Costello, baritone Nathan Gunn, flutistCarol Wincenc, and the Alexander String Quartet. Recorded at LucasFilm's Skywalker Ranch and produced by Grammy Award-winner Steve Barnett,HERE/AFTER seeks to give voice to silenced individuals whose stories deserve to be heard, including victims and survivors of 9/11 (Pieces of 9/11) and the great French sculptor Camille Claudel (Camille Claudel: Into the Fire). The composer explains that he and Scheer set out to capture “the hope and newness that can come from grief,” and, as the Associated Press recently recognized, HERE/AFTER succeeds in transmuting “memories of grief into survivor songs – some of them surprisingly joyous.” Video trailers featuring excerpts from five of the songs may be viewed here.

Melinda Porto and Steven Good Star in MODROCK at El Portal Theatre, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2013


The era of the British Music Invasion comes alive in 'ModRock,' a new musical, which is having its world premiere engagement beginning tonight, June 19 (press opening Sunday June 23 at 5pm) at the El Portal Theatre. 'ModRock' is set in the vibrant, swinging London of the mid 1960's - a time when styles and cultures clashed, the British bands ruled the pop charts and all fashion trends emerged out of Carnaby Street.

THE SPOLIN PLAYERS Present AN EVENING OF SPOLIN GAMES at the Hollywood Fringe Festival Tonight
by Shari Barrett - Jun 8, 2013


The Spolin Players Improvisational troupe is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Viola Spolin (known as 'The High Priestess of Improv') by performing her theatre games at The Hollywood Fringe Festival. Each hour-long completely improvised show will be completely different and original. Bring your imagination and suggestions, and get ready to laugh a lot!

Melinda Porto and Steven Good to Star in MODROCK at El Portal Theatre; Full Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2013


The era of the British Music Invasion comes alive in 'ModRock,' a new musical, which is having its world premiere engagement beginning Wednesday, June 19 (press opening Sunday June 23 at 5pm) at the El Portal Theatre. 'ModRock' is set in the vibrant, swinging London of the mid 1960's - a time when styles and cultures clashed, the British bands ruled the pop charts and all fashion trends emerged out of Carnaby Street.

THE SPOLIN PLAYERS Present AN EVENING OF SPOLIN GAMES at the Hollywood Fringe Festival, 6/9
by Shari Barrett - May 13, 2013


The Spolin Players Improvisational troupe is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Viola Spolin (known as 'The High Priestess of Improv') by performing her theatre games at The Hollywood Fringe Festival. Each hour-long completely improvised show will be completely different and original. Bring your imagination and suggestions, and get ready to laugh a lot!

ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST Plays South Bend Civic Theatre, Now thru 4/21
by BWW News Desk - Apr 12, 2013


South Bend Civic Theatre enters the loony bin with the Studio drama One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest tonight, April 12-21.

ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST to Play South Bend Civic Theatre, 4/12-21
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2013


South Bend Civic Theatre enters the loony bin with the Studio drama One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest April 12-21.

Silver Spring Stage Presents One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 20, 2011


Silver Spring Stage Presents One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest adapted by Dale Wasserman from Ken Kesey's novel, directed by Bob Benn and produced by Seth Ghitelman, the sharp and thrilling study of the institutional process and the human mind.

The Neo-Futurists Close 2010 Film Fest 8/5
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2010


The Neo-Futurarium - where awesomely awful films live to see another day. Superheroes, Canadian pop stars, racist Arizonans, parasites, Vikings, sea serpents, and ponies make appearances in Film Fest IX: The Perils of the Neo-Futurarium runs July 1 through August 5, Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. at 5153 N. Ashland.

The Neo-Futurists Present 2010 Film Fest 7/1-8/5
by BWW News Desk - Jul 1, 2010


The Neo-Futurarium - where awesomely awful films live to see another day. Superheroes, Canadian pop stars, racist Arizonans, parasites, Vikings, sea serpents, and ponies make appearances in Film Fest IX: The Perils of the Neo-Futurarium runs July 1 through August 5, Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. at 5153 N. Ashland.

2010 Tony Awards: Bill T. Jones Wins 'Best Choreography'
by Charlie Piane - Jun 13, 2010


The American Theatre Wing's 64th Annual Antoinette Perry 'Tony' Awards were held at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 13, 2010 and broadcast on the CBS Television Network. For more information visit tonyawards.com.

The Neo-Futurists Announce 2010 Film Fest 7/1-8/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 1, 2010


The Neo-Futurarium - where awesomely awful films live to see another day. Superheroes, Canadian pop stars, racist Arizonans, parasites, Vikings, sea serpents, and ponies make appearances in Film Fest IX: The Perils of the Neo-Futurarium runs July 1 through August 5, Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. at 5153 N. Ashland.

CAPA Announces Their 2009 Summer Movie Series Line-up Of Classics & Cult Faves
by BWW News Desk - Aug 30, 2009


CAPA's 2009 Summer Movie Series, the longest-running classic film series in America, celebrates its 39th anniversary with a lineup of classics, cult favorites, and most beloved films. The 2009 series will run July 17 - August 30, at the historic Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.), and is made possible through the generous support of National City, now a part of PNC.

CAPA Announces Their 2009 Summer Movie Series Line-up Of Classics & Cult Faves
by Charlie Piane - Aug 13, 2009


CAPA's 2009 Summer Movie Series, the longest-running classic film series in America, celebrates its 39th anniversary with a lineup of classics, cult favorites, and most beloved films. The 2009 series will run July 17 - August 30, at the historic Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.), and is made possible through the generous support of National City, now a part of PNC.

CAPA Announces Their 2009 Summer Movie Series Line-up Of Classics & Cult Faves
by Charlie Piane - Aug 12, 2009


CAPA's 2009 Summer Movie Series, the longest-running classic film series in America, celebrates its 39th anniversary with a lineup of classics, cult favorites, and most beloved films. The 2009 series will run July 17 - August 30, at the historic Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.), and is made possible through the generous support of National City, now a part of PNC.

CAPA Announces Their 2009 Summer Movie Series Line-up Of Classics & Cult Faves
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 5, 2009


CAPA's 2009 Summer Movie Series, the longest-running classic film series in America, celebrates its 39th anniversary with a lineup of classics, cult favorites, and most beloved films. The 2009 series will run July 17 - August 30, at the historic Ohio Theatre (39 E. State St.), and is made possible through the generous support of National City, now a part of PNC.

THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING Comes To Connecticut 4/17-5/24
by BWW News Desk - Apr 17, 2009


In one of the most exciting theater events of the current season, The Year of Magical Thinking, the stage adaptation of Joan Didion's bestselling memoir, has its Connecticut premiere at TheaterWorks. One of the true luminaries of American theater, Annalee Jefferies, stars in this recent Broadway hit, which will be directed by Steve Campo. The production runs April 17 through May 24, 2009 at TheaterWorks in downtown Hartford's City Arts on Pearl at 233 Pearl Street. (The play opens to press Friday, April 24 at 8 p.m.)

THE YEAR OF MAGICAL THINKING Comes To Connecticut 4/17-5/24
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 18, 2009


In one of the most exciting theater events of the current season, The Year of Magical Thinking, the stage adaptation of Joan Didion's bestselling memoir, has its Connecticut premiere at TheaterWorks. One of the true luminaries of American theater, Annalee Jefferies, stars in this recent Broadway hit, which will be directed by Steve Campo. The production runs April 17 through May 24, 2009 at TheaterWorks in downtown Hartford's City Arts on Pearl at 233 Pearl Street. (The play opens to press Friday, April 24 at 8 p.m.)

MINDGAME, Starring Keith Carradine Begins Performances at SoHo Playhouse 10/28
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2008


This fall, Tony Award nominated actor Keith Carradine (The Will Rogers Follies, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, 'Nashville,' 'Dexter') returns to the New York stage in the New York premiere of Anthony Horowitz's acclaimed thriller, MINDGAME. Ken Russell, the celebrated director of the films Tommy, Woman In Love and The Boyfriend, makes his New York stage directorial debut with MINDGAME.

Keith Carradine to Star in NY Premiere of 'Mindgame'
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 25, 2008


This fall, Tony Award nominated actor Keith Carradine (The Will Rogers Follies, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, 'Nashville,' 'Dexter') returns to the New York stage in the New York premiere of Anthony Horowitz's acclaimed thriller, MINDGAME. Ken Russell, the celebrated director of the films Tommy, Woman In Love and The Boyfriend, makes his New York stage directorial debut with MINDGAME.

Ken Russell Makes Stage Directorial Debut This Fall
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 1, 2008


This fall, Tony Award nominated actor Keith Carradine (The Will Rogers Follies, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, 'Nashville,' 'Dexter') returns to the New York stage in the New York premiere of Anthony Horowitz's acclaimed thriller, MINDGAME. Ken Russell, the celebrated director of the films Tommy, Woman In Love and The Boyfriend, makes his New York stage directorial debut with MINDGAME.

Atlantic Announces Spring Awakening World Premiere Casting
by BWW News Desk - Feb 22, 2006


SPRING AWAKENING will begin previews Thursday, May 18, 2006, officially open Thursday, June 15, 2006 and play a limited engagement through Sunday, July 9, 2006.

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