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The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts today announced casting for its production of RAGTIME in the Eisenhower Theater April 18 - May 10, 2009. Based on a 1975 novel by E.L. Doctorow, the production features book by Terrence McNally, music by Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, and will be directed and choreographed by Marcia Milgrom Dodge. The musical is part of the Kennedy Center's Broadway: The Third Generation, a series celebrating the current generation of Broadway musical composers. The official press night will take place on Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 7:30 p.m.

ATC breaks ground with unprecedented mid-run cast switch, offering audiences the rare chance to see two versions of each play

ATC breaks ground with unprecedented mid-run cast switch, offering audiences the rare chance to see two versions of each play

Eurydice, a bold, slyly comic, visually fascinating take on the classic Orpheus myth by Sarah Ruhl, is enjoying an ambitious revival by Victory Gardens Theater, to open the 35th season at Chicago's #1 presenter of new plays.

Tony Award nominee Gavin Creel (Thoroughly Modern Millie) and 'American Idol' finalist Diana DeGarmo (Hairspray) will star in the new Broadway production of GODSPELL. The first Broadway revival of the landmark rock musical will officially open on Broadway at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street) on Thursday, October 23, 2008. Previews will begin on Monday, September 29, 2008.

The Drama League has announced nominations for the 2006-07 Drama League Awards, to be awarded at the 73rd Annual Drama League Awards Ceremony and Luncheon on Friday, May 11, 2007

Inside this edition: A contest reminder! Mobtown extends 'Van Gogh'! Readers' reviews and comments! Shakespeare in the park! New York reviews for Baltimore audiences! Plus: What's playing in Charm City!

Questions, comments, news tidbits, or story ideas about Baltimore area theatre are always welcome! Please contact me at jameshoward@broadwayworld.com. And you can always respond and post for everyone at www.BroadwayWorld.com, selecting Regional Sites, then Baltimore.

The Helen Hayes Awards honor achievement, celebrate, and promote the Washington D.C. professional theatre.

Rep Stage, professional Equity theatre in residence at Howard Community College (HCC), will present William Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' from March 24 through April 9, 2006.