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Jeffrey Seller Directs Dallas Theater Center's FLY World Premiere, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 2, 2013


Dallas Theater Center presents the world premiere of Fly, a new musical based on J.M. Barrie's novel, Peter Pan. Three-time Tony Award-winning producer Jeffrey Seller (Rent, Avenue Q, In the Heights) makes his directorial debut with this production.

Jeffrey Seller to Direct Dallas Theater Center's FLY World Premiere; Cast & Creative Team Announced!
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2013


Dallas Theater Center announced the complete cast and creative team for the world premiere of Fly, a new musical based on J.M. Barrie's novel, Peter Pan. Three-time Tony Award-winning producer Jeffrey Seller (Rent, Avenue Q, In the Heights) makes his directorial debut with this production.

Arizona Theatre Company to Close Its Season With CLYBOURNE PARK
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 2, 2013


Arizona Theatre Company (ATC) closes its 2012-2013 season with the eagerly anticipated Arizona premiere of Bruce Norris' multi-award-winning, provocative new comedy, "Clybourne Park." Performances will be held at The Herberger Theater Center in downtown Phoenix May 2 through May 19, 2013. ATC season sponsors are I. Michael and Beth Kasser. Phoenix production sponsor is Zazu Pannee Park Regent.

Amy Herzog's BELLEVILLE Begins Tonight at New York Theatre Workshop
by BWW News Desk - Feb 12, 2013


New York Theatre Workshop (NYTW) Artistic Director James C. Nicola and Managing Director William Russo have announced that performances begin tonight for the New York premiere of Belleville, written by Amy Herzog and directed by Anne Kauffman, at NYTW, 79 East 4 Street, between Bowery and Second Avenue. Opening night is set for Sunday, March 3 at 7pm. Belleville is scheduled to run through Sunday, March 31.

NYTW to Present Amy Herzog's BELLEVILLE, Beginning 2/12
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 8, 2013


New York Theatre Workshop (NYTW) Artistic Director James C. Nicola and Managing Director William Russo have announced that the New York premiere of Belleville, written by Amy Herzog and directed by Anne Kauffman, will begin performances Tuesday, February 12 at NYTW, 79 East 4 Street, between Bowery and Second Avenue. Opening night is set for Sunday, March 3 at 7pm. Belleville is scheduled to run through Sunday, March 31.

Brian Dennehy to Lead THE STEWARD OF CHRISTENDOM at Mark Taper Forum in 2013
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 22, 2012


Five powerful productions have been scheduled for Center Theatre Group's 2013 season at the Mark Taper Forum, it was announced today by CTG Artistic Director Michael Ritchie.

The Gallery Players Present A RAISIN IN THE SUN, Opening 3/17
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2012


The Gallery Players today announced cast and crew for Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin in the Sun. Directed by Reginald L. Douglas and produced by Brian Michael Flanagan, The Gallery Players' production of this seminal American play opens Saturday March 17.

2012 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awardees Announced
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 5, 2012


Two-time Tony Award nominated costume designer Carrie Robbins, and scenic, lighting, costume designer and educator Lloyd Burlingame are among the 2012 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards recipients. The awards will be presented at a ceremony on Friday, May 4, at 6:30pm, at the Hudson Theatre (145 West 44th Street). Ms. Robbins was selected to receive the 2012 TDF/Irene Sharaff Lifetime Achievement Award for costume design, and Mr. Burlingame will receive the Robert L.B. Tobin Award for Sustained Excellence in Theatrical Design.

Children’s Theatre Company’s Announces its 47th Season
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 29, 2012


In a season set to celebrate "wonder," two world premiere productions, several classic tales, one larger-than-life swashbuckling pirate tale and the American premiere of the National Theatre of Great Britain's production of Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat, Children's Theatre Company (CTC) today announces its 2012-2013 season.

The Gallery Players Present A RAISIN IN THE SUN, Opening 3/17
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 23, 2012


The Gallery Players today announced cast and crew for Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin in the Sun. Directed by Reginald L. Douglas and produced by Brian Michael Flanagan, The Gallery Players' production of this seminal American play opens Saturday March 17.

Court Theatre Presents INVISIBLE MAN, 1/12-2/19
by BWW News Desk - Jan 12, 2012


Court Theatre Artistic Director Charles Newell and Executive Director Stephen J. Albert present the World Premiere of Invisible Man, adapted from Ralph Ellison's novel by Oren Jacoby, and directed by Christopher McElroen.

Court Theatre Presents INVISIBLE MAN, 1/12-2/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 16, 2011


Court Theatre Artistic Director Charles Newell and Executive Director Stephen J. Albert present the World Premiere of Invisible Man, adapted from Ralph Ellison's novel by Oren Jacoby, and directed by Christopher McElroen.

A.R.T. Presents ASL and Audio Described Performances of Porgy and Bess
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 26, 2011


American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) has scheduled two American Sign Language (ASL) interpreted performances and two audio described performances of The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess during the month of September.

Theatre School at DePaul University Appoints Two Full-time Faculty Members
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 28, 2011


The Theatre School at DePaul University is pleased to announce the appointment of two new full-time award-winning faculty members: Narda E. Alcorn, Broadway and regional stage manager, and Coya Paz Brownrigg, poet and director.

Gregory Simmons To Direct JITNEY At Gallery Players, Closes 4/3
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2011


The Gallery Players (Heather Curran, Artistic Director; Neal Freeman, Executive Director) announced today that Broadway veteran Gregory Simmons will direct August Wilson's Jitney, running March 19 - April 3, 2011 at the organization's Brooklyn home (199 14th Street, Park Slope).

The Gallery Players Presents JITNEY 3/19-4/3
by BWW News Desk - Mar 19, 2011


The Gallery Players is proud to announce casting and creative team for August Wilson's Jitney.

Gregory Simmons To Direct JITNEY At Gallery Players 3/19-4/3/2011
by BWW News Desk - Mar 19, 2011


The Gallery Players (Heather Curran, Artistic Director; Neal Freeman, Executive Director) announced today that Broadway veteran Gregory Simmons will direct August Wilson's Jitney, running March 19 - April 3, 2011 at the organization's Brooklyn home (199 14th Street, Park Slope).

The Gallery Players Presents THE DROWSY CHAPERONE
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2011


The Gallery Players is proud to announce casting and creative team for their first production of 2011, The Drowsy Chaperone.

The Gallery Players Presents JITNEY 3/19-4/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 18, 2011


The Gallery Players is proud to announce casting and creative team for August Wilson's Jitney.

The Gallery Players Presents THE DROWSY CHAPERONE
by BWW News Desk - Jan 29, 2011


The Gallery Players is proud to announce casting and creative team for their first production of 2011, The Drowsy Chaperone.

The Gallery Players Presents THE DROWSY CHAPERONE
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 5, 2011


The Gallery Players is proud to announce casting and creative team for their first production of 2011, The Drowsy Chaperone.

Gregory Simmons To Direct JITNEY At Gallery Players 3/19-4/3/2011
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 15, 2010


The Gallery Players (Heather Curran, Artistic Director; Neal Freeman, Executive Director) announced today that Broadway veteran Gregory Simmons will direct August Wilson's Jitney, running March 19 - April 3, 2011 at the organization's Brooklyn home (199 14th Street, Park Slope).

Gallery Players Presents DANCING AT LUGHNASA, 12/4-19
by BWW News Desk - Dec 4, 2010


The Gallery Players is proud to announce casting and creative team Dancing at Lughnasa by Brian Friel. Directed by Heather Siobhan Curran (The Gallery Players' Artistic Director), this haunting drama comes to Brooklyn December 4-19, 2010.

The Gallery Players Presents REEFER MADNESS 10/23-11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2010


The Gallery Players is proud to announce casting and creative team for the first musical of its 44th season, the hit musical Reefer Madness. Directed by Dev Bondarin (The House of Blue Leaves, The Gallery Players), this outrageous satire comes to Brooklyn October 23 - November 14, 2010.

Gallery Players Presents DANCING AT LUGHNASA, 12/4-19
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 9, 2010


The Gallery Players is proud to announce casting and creative team Dancing at Lughnasa by Brian Friel. Directed by Heather Siobhan Curran (The Gallery Players' Artistic Director), this haunting drama comes to Brooklyn December 4-19, 2010.

Jitney FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Jitney have there been?
Jitney has had 4 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2000, Off-Broadway which opened in 2000, Broadway which opened in 2017 and US Tour which opened in 2019.
What awards has Jitney been nominated for?
Jitney has been nominated for several awards. Marion McClinton was nominated for Direction at the Obie Awards, and the cast received a nomination for Excellence of Ensemble Performance at the Obie Awards.
What awards has Jitney won?
Jitney has won several awards, including the Direction award at the Obie Awards for Marion McClinton. The show also received the Excellence of Ensemble Performance award at the Obie Awards.

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