Havok Theatre Brings 'Kiss of the Spider Woman' to Los Angeles
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2008
The newly formed Havok Theatre Company in association with the Bootleg Theatre is thrilled to present its third production, the Los Angeles Intimate Theatre Premiere of KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, book by Terrence McNally, Music by John Kander, Lyrics by Fred Ebb, choreography by Lee Martino, with musical direction by Michael Paternostro and directed by Ovation Award-winner and Artistic Director of the new Havok Theatre Company Nick DeGruccio. KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN will preview on Thursday, September 18; Friday, September 19; Saturday September 20 at 8pm; Sunday, September 21 at 3pm and Thursday, September 25 at 8pm and will open on Friday, September 26 at 8pm and run through Sunday, October 26, 2008 at the Bootleg Theatre, 2220 Beverly Blvd. in Los Angeles.
Havok Theatre Co Announces LA Premiere of 'Kiss of the Spider Woman'
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 25, 2008
The newly formed Havok Theatre Company in association with the Bootleg Theatre is thrilled to present its third production, the Los Angeles Intimate Theatre Premiere of KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN, book by Terrence McNally, Music by John Kander, Lyrics by Fred Ebb, choreography by Lee Martino, with musical direction by Michael Paternostro and directed by Ovation Award-winner and Artistic Director of the new Havok Theatre Company Nick DeGruccio.
Tickets for 'The Seagull' at Walter Kerr Theatre Go On Sale 8/25
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 20, 2008
The complete company of the Royal Court Theatre's critically acclaimed production of Anton Chekhov's THE SEAGULL, in a new version by Christopher Hampton, will begin rehearsals on Monday, August 25 in London, under the direction of Ian Rickson.
Additional Casting Announced For Ruhl's 'Passion Play'
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 11, 2008
YALE REPERTORY THEATRE (James Bundy, Artistic Director; Victoria Nolan, Managing Director) presents PASSION PLAY by Pulitzer Prize nominee and MacArthur Foundation Fellowship recipient Sarah Ruhl, directed by OBIE Award-winner Mark Wing-Davey at the University Theatre (222 York Street, New Haven), September 19-October 11 only. Opening Night is Thursday, September 25
'Passing Strange' Concludes Run With Spike Lee's Filming
by BWW News Desk - Jul 16, 2008
The long, strange trip is coming to an end: Passing Strange, the rock musical that was born at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, enjoyed an extended off-Broadway run at The Public Theater, and then burst onto Broadway with its original cast intact is scheduled to close this Sunday - but not until it's saved on film. On Saturday, celebrated director Spike Lee will shoot two of the show's final performances to preserve it for future generations!
'Jersey Boys' Opens At The Palazzo 5/3
by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2008
After a productive and encouraging month of preview performances, JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will celebrate its Opening Night on Saturday, May 3 at The Palazzo Las Vegas.
Jersey Boys Opens At The Palazzo 5/3
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2008
After a productive and encouraging month of preview performances, JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, will celebrate its Opening Night on Saturday, May 3 at The Palazzo Las Vegas.
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TimeLine Theatre Announces 2008-09 Season
by Chicago News Desk - Mar 22, 2008
TimeLine Theatre Company, dedicated to presenting plays inspired by history that connect to today's social and political issues, announces its four-play 2008-09 season. All the plays are new to Chicago audiences, including one world premiere and at least two Chicago premieres.
Tituss Burgess: The Motion in the Ocean
by Eugene Lovendusky - Jan 7, 2008
Anxious for Opening Night of 'The Little Mermaid' on Thursday, January 10, Tituss Burgess (currently starring as Sebastian) shares some of his thrills in playing one of the world's most notable shellfish, the creative processes behind the new musical, and what audiences have to look forward to at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre!
Broadway Bullet Interview: Stephanie J. Block
by Michael Gilboe - Aug 21, 2007
We talk to, and hear from, the wonderful Stephanie Block! Most recently seen as Grace O' Malley in The Pirate Queen, you might also remember her as Liza Minnelli from The Boy from Oz, with Hugh Jackman. Add to that a 2006 Helen Hayes award for Outstanding Actress for her performance as Elphaba in the First National Touring Company of Wicked, Stephanie is it -- what we love about our leading ladies: ever graceful, humble, and sharp as a tack. Oh yes, and she can sing pretty well, too
We also play songs from two of her shows: 'She Loves to Hear the Music' from The Boy from Oz, and 'Woman' from Pirate Queen
Chicago's High School Musical to Offer Rush Tickets
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2007
Beginning at 10 a.m. each Monday at the LaSalle Bank Theatre Box Office, Disney's High School Musical will make available 20 great seats at only $20 each for every performance that week
Azaria & Simpson Set for Farnsworth Invention; Opens 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Jul 25, 2007
Tony Award-nominee Hank Azaria stars as David Sarnoff, and Jimmi Simpson as Philo T. Farnsworth in Aaron Sorkin 's new American play about the advent of television, The Farnsworth Invention, directed by two-time Tony Award winner Des McAnuff, opening on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 with previews beginning on Monday, October 15, 2007.
Undercover Showtunes #5: Christian Campbell
by Eugene Lovendusky - Jun 17, 2007
New York Musical Theatre Festival concludes its first-ever Spring Concert Series with 'Undercover Showtunes' on Monday, June 18 at 7PM at The Zipper Factory. Christian Campbell is one of the many talented Broadway and screen stars set to perform.
Chicago Tickets for High School Musical Tour On Sale 5/18
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2007
Individual tickets for the new touring stage version of High School Musical will go on-sale in Chicago to the public this Friday, May 18 with great seats available starting 8 a.m. exclusively at the LaSalle Bank Theatre Box Office
Drama League Awards Nominations Announced
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2007
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