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Opened: March 5, 2007
Closing: June 10, 2007

Bill W. and Dr. Bob - 2007 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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Bill W. and Dr. Bob is the inspiring and often humorous story of the two men who pioneered Alcoholics Anonymous, and their supportive wives, who founded Al Anon.



In 1929, famous New York stockbroker Bill Wilson crashes with the stock market and becomes a hope-less drunk. Dr. Bob Smith, a surgeon from Ohio, has also been an alcoholic for thirty years, often going into the operating room with a hangover. Through an astonishing series of events, the two men are brought together and, realizing that “the only thing that can keep a drunk sober is telling his story to an-other drunk,” forge a relationship. They help each other stay sober, and then pass on what they’ve learned to others. This drama that rides on humor, not only tells the extraordinary story of the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous—which many studies, often from the Division of Substance Abuse at NYU School of Medicine, have shown is the most effective long-term treatment of this disease because of its emphasis on connection and community—but it also goes to the heart of what the practice of medicine is all about: the risk of isolation, and the healing power of good connection. Nearly eight decades later, having never promoted itself, AA spans over 170 countries, with an estimated total of over 114,000 groups and more than two million members worldwide.



Having been presented around the world and in over 35 states in the U.S., Bill W.and Dr. Bob has been lauded by critics and audiences alike.

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Skylight Opera Theatre Presents Dames at Sea 9/17-10/3
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2010


Dames at Sea is a musical parody of the grand and glorious Busby Berkeley movie musicals of the 1930s.

Skylight Opera Theatre Presents Dames at Sea 9/17-10/3
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2010


Dames at Sea is a musical parody of the grand and glorious Busby Berkeley movie musicals of the 1930s.

Skylight Opera Theatre Presents Dames at Sea 9/17-10/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 27, 2010


Dames at Sea is a musical parody of the grand and glorious Busby Berkeley movie musicals of the 1930s.

New Rep Production of SOPHIE TUCKER: THE LAST OF THE RED HOT MAMAS Closes 7/11
by BWW News Desk - Jul 11, 2010


New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is pleased to announce its summer show Sophie Tucker: The Last of the Red Hot Mamas, a musical revue by Jack Fournier and Kathy Halenda. Sophie Tucker: The Last of the Red Hot Mamas will close Sunday, July 11, 2010 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in the Charles Mosesian Theater.

New Rep Presents SOPHIE TUCKER: THE LAST OF THE RED HOT MAMAS, Opens 6/26
by BWW News Desk - Jun 26, 2010


New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is pleased to announce its summer show Sophie Tucker: The Last of the Red Hot Mamas, a musical revue by Jack Fournier and Kathy Halenda. Sophie Tucker: The Last of the Red Hot Mamas opens for the press on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 8:00pm and plays through Sunday, July 11, 2010 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in the Charles Mosesian Theater.

B.B. King Blues Club & Grill Announces Upcoming Performers
by Mary Hanrahan - Jun 7, 2010


Conveniently located in the heart of Times Square near Penn Station and Port Authority, The B.B. King Blues Club & Grill offers music fans a unique experience. Owned by the Bensusan Family, proprietors of the world renowned Blue Note Jazz Club, the club features world-class musical talent and consists of two distinct spaces: the Showcase Room & Lucille's Grill.

DR KNOCK, OR THE TRIUMPH OF MEDICINE Plays Through 6/6 At The Mint
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2010


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-wining Mint Theater Company today announced the cast for their third play of the 2009-2010 season, a rare revival of Dr. Knock, Or The Triumph Of Medicine, Jules Romains' prescient 1923 satire.

New Rep Presents HOT MIKADO, Through 5/22 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2010


New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is thrilled to present Hot Mikado, book and lyrics adapted by David H. Bell with musical adaptation and arrangements by Rob Bowman. Hot Mikado opens for the press on Monday, May 3, 2010 at 7:30pm and plays through Saturday, May 22, 2010 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in the Charles Mosesian Theater.

New Rep Presents SOPHIE TUCKER: THE LAST OF THE RED HOT MAMAS, 6/26
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 21, 2010


New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is pleased to announce its summer show Sophie Tucker: The Last of the Red Hot Mamas, a musical revue by Jack Fournier and Kathy Halenda. Sophie Tucker: The Last of the Red Hot Mamas opens for the press on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at 8:00pm and plays through Sunday, July 11, 2010 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in the Charles Mosesian Theater.

ABC Announces 2010-11 Primetime Schedule
by Charlie Piane - May 18, 2010


Stephen McPherson, president, ABC Entertainment Group, will outline ABC's plans for next season and unveil the network's 2010-11 fall schedule before the advertising and media communities this afternoon at Lincoln Center's Avery Fisher Hall.

ABC Announces 2010-2011 Primetime Schedule
by Jessica Lewis - May 18, 2010


Stephen McPherson, president, ABC Entertainment Group, will outline ABC's plans for next season and unveil the network's 2010-11 fall schedule before the advertising and media communities this afternoon at Lincoln Center's Avery Fisher Hall.

Photo Flash: THE BILBAO EFFECT At Center for Architecture
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 13, 2010


THE BILBAO EFFECT, a world-premiere play that puts contemporary architecture on trial, written by Oren Safdie (whose previous play about architecture, PRIVATE JOKES, PUBLIC PLACES, was a hit Off-Broadway in 2003) will be presented Off-Broadway with an official press opening night on May 16, 2010 at Center for Architecture (536 LaGuardia Place) in Manhattan. THE BILBAO EFFECT will run Wednesday through Saturday at 8PM through June 5.

Oren Safdie's THE BILBAO EFFECT Begins Previews Tonight May 12
by Ryan Simmons - May 12, 2010


THE BILBAO EFFECT, a world-premiere play that puts contemporary architecture on trial, written by Oren Safdie (whose previous play about architecture, PRIVATE JOKES, PUBLIC PLACES, was a hit Off-Broadway in 2003) will be presented Off-Broadway with previews starting May 12 prior to an official press opening night on May 16, 2010 at Center for Architecture (536 LaGuardia Place) in Manhattan. THE BILBAO EFFECT will run Wednesday through Saturday at 8PM through June 5. For tickets call (212) 352-3101 or (866) 811-4111 or visit www.theatermania.com

DR KNOCK, OR THE TRIUMPH OF MEDICINE Plays Through 5/10 At The Mint
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2010


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-wining Mint Theater Company today announced the cast for their third play of the 2009-2010 season, a rare revival of Dr. Knock, Or The Triumph Of Medicine, Jules Romains' prescient 1923 satire.

New Rep Presents HOT MIKADO, Runs 5/3-5/22 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts
by BWW News Desk - May 3, 2010


New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is thrilled to present Hot Mikado, book and lyrics adapted by David H. Bell with musical adaptation and arrangements by Rob Bowman. Hot Mikado opens for the press on Monday, May 3, 2010 at 7:30pm and plays through Saturday, May 22, 2010 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in the Charles Mosesian Theater.

Cleveland Play House Closes BILL W AND DR. BOB, 5/2
by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2010


The Midwest premiere of Bill W. and Dr. Bob is an inspirational, gripping and timely story about the men and their wives whose relationships pioneered the beginning of Alcoholics Anonymous and the creation of Al-Anon. The production will close May 2nd.

DR KNOCK, OR THE TRIUMPH OF MEDICINE Plays Through 5/10 At The Mint
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 19, 2010


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-wining Mint Theater Company today announced the cast for their third play of the 2009-2010 season, a rare revival of Dr. Knock, Or The Triumph Of Medicine, Jules Romains' prescient 1923 satire.

Alexis Soloski & Others to Host Upcoming EnrichMINT Events
by BWW News Desk - Apr 17, 2010


The Drama Desk, Lortel and Obie Award-winning Mint Theater Company is pleased to announce a new lineup of EnrichMINT Events, an exciting series of post and pre-show discussions throughout the Mint's upcoming rare revival of Jules Romains' Dr. Knock, Or The Triumph Of Medicine. All of the EnrichMINT Events are free and open to the public.

New Rep Presents HOT MIKADO, Runs 5/3-5/22 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 14, 2010


New Repertory Theatre, in residence at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, is thrilled to present Hot Mikado, book and lyrics adapted by David H. Bell with musical adaptation and arrangements by Rob Bowman. Hot Mikado opens for the press on Monday, May 3, 2010 at 7:30pm and plays through Saturday, May 22, 2010 at the Arsenal Center for the Arts in the Charles Mosesian Theater.

DR KNOCK, OR THE TRIUMPH OF MEDICINE Begins Today At The Mint
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 14, 2010


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-wining Mint Theater Company today announced the cast for their third play of the 2009-2010 season, a rare revival of Dr. Knock, Or The Triumph Of Medicine, Jules Romains' prescient 1923 satire.

Alexis Soloski & Others to Host Upcoming EnrichMINT Events
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 12, 2010


The Drama Desk, Lortel and Obie Award-winning Mint Theater Company is pleased to announce a new lineup of EnrichMINT Events, an exciting series of post and pre-show discussions throughout the Mint's upcoming rare revival of Jules Romains' Dr. Knock, Or The Triumph Of Medicine. All of the EnrichMINT Events are free and open to the public.

Cleveland Play House Produces BILL W AND DR. BOB, Opens 4/9
by BWW News Desk - Apr 9, 2010


Making its Midwest premiere in the birthplace of Alcoholics Anonymous, Bill W. and Dr. Bob is an inspirational, gripping and timely story about the men and their wives whose relationships pioneered the beginning of Alcoholics Anonymous and the creation of Al-Anon.

Cleveland Play House Produces BILL W AND DR. BOB, Opens 4/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 17, 2010


Making its Midwest premiere in the birthplace of Alcoholics Anonymous, Bill W. and Dr. Bob is an inspirational, gripping and timely story about the men and their wives whose relationships pioneered the beginning of Alcoholics Anonymous and the creation of Al-Anon.

Barrow, Hammond, Harmon & More to Lead Mint Theater's DR. KNOCK
by BWW News Desk - Mar 8, 2010


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-wining Mint Theater Company today announced the cast for their third play of the 2009-2010 season, a rare revival of Dr. Knock, Or The Triumph Of Medicine, Jules Romains' prescient 1923 satire. Gus Kaikkonen, who helmed Mint's acclaimed production The Madras House (2007), will direct, using his own translation and featuring a cast that includes Scott Barrow (33 Variations, Embraceable Me), Thomas M. Hammond (The Madras House, Hamlet (TFANA), The Receptionist], Jennifer Harmon (Dividing the Estate, Barefoot in the Park, Seascape), Patrick Husted (Dr. Bob in Bill W. and Dr. Bob, Wit), Patti Perkins (The Full Monty), and Chris Mixon (eight seasons with Alabama Shakespeare and four seasons for Utah Shakespearean Festival).

Photo Flash: Parsons Dance Presents REMEMBER ME
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 5, 2010


Parsons Dance presents REMEMBER ME, an all-new version of last season's collaboration with the lead vocalists of East Village Opera Company (EVOC), featuring the music of the acclaimed rock opera band at The Joyce Theater from February 2-21, 2010.

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