Savannah Guthrie made her official debut as the new co-anchor of NBC's TODAY show this morning, replacing former co-host Ann Curry. Guthrie told viewers that it was "a thrill and an honor to be here." In response, co-host Matt Lauer said he was happy to have her around because she brings "a great attitude and what we like to call a weird sense of humor." Check out her debut below!
Continuing its artistic mission of promoting new work in contemporary theatre, Firehouse Theatre Project presented its Tenth Annual Festival of New American Plays the weekend of June 28, and by the end of the weekend, the audience had selected the first place and runner up winners!
Savannah Guthrie has been named co-anchor of NBC News' TODAY. The announcement was made by NBC News President Steve Capus and is effective immediately. The new 'Today' anchor team of Matt Lauer, Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker and Natalie Morales officially debuts Monday, July 9.
The BlueBarn Theatre presented SPRING AWAKENING for its regional debut for a month-long engagement. The cast was comprised solely of young local actors and singers. We have the production photos of the show below.
After an impressive debut with their production of Red Light Winter in 2010, Seattle theatre company Azeotrope is proud to announce a second production with the Northwest premiere of Jesus Hopped the A Train by Stephen Adly Guirgis, directed by Artistic Associate Desdemona Chiang. Jesus Hopped the A Train opens tonight, June 15, 2012 through June 30, 2012 and is produced in association with Central Heating Lab at A Contemporary Theatre.
After an impressive debut with their production of Red Light Winter in 2010, Seattle theatre company Azeotrope is proud to announce a second production with the Northwest premiere of Jesus Hopped the A Train by Stephen Adly Guirgis, directed by Artistic Associate Desdemona Chiang. Jesus Hopped the A Train opens Friday, June 15, 2012 through June 30, 2012 and is produced in association with Central Heating Lab at A Contemporary Theatre.
Peter Dinklage (GAME OF THRONES) emceed a sold-out benefit for The Play Company on Monday, April 30 at the American Airlines Theatre in Manhattan. Among those who attended CABARET GOURMET 2012 were Dinklage's wife Erica Schmidt, who directed Play Co's Obie Award-winning production of Jonas Khemiri's play INVASION!, along with producer Ruth Hendel (FELA!), The Play Company's Founding Producer Kate Loewald and Executive Producer Lauren Weigel. Lauren Worsham (CANDIDE, WHERE'S CHARLEY?) performed. See photos of Dinklage, Schmidt, Lauren Worsham, Ruth Hendel and Andrew Gerle at the event below!
Off-Broadway's The Play Company will feature a cornucopia of food prepared by some of NYC's top chefs at its 9th annual benefit gala CABARET GOURMET 2012, set for tonight, April 30th at 7PM at the American Airlines Theatre Penthouse (227 West 42nd Street). Lauren Worsham, who most recently appeared as Amy in the City Center Encores! production of Where's Charley, will perform. Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winner Peter Dinklage ("Game of Thrones") will serve as emcee for the event.
Off-Broadway's The Play Company will feature a cornucopia of food prepared by some of NYC's top chefs at its 9th annual benefit gala CABARET GOURMET 2012, set for Monday, April 30th at 7PM at the American Airlines Theatre Penthouse (227 West 42nd Street). Lauren Worsham, who most recently appeared as Amy in the City Center Encores! production of Where's Charley, will perform. Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winner Peter Dinklage ("Game of Thrones") will serve as emcee for the event.
George Street Playhouse continues its series of Pride Nights for the Gay Community on March 29, following the performance of the Playhouse's smash hit courtroom drama, Twelve Angry Men. For $55 patrons will receive premium seating for the 8pm performance, and admission to the post-show reception at Mike's Courtside Bar and Grill featuring complimentary snacks, drink specials
and door prizes.
Paul R. Tetreault, Director of Ford's Theatre Society, announced that the new Ford's Theatre Center for Education and Leadership (located at 514 Tenth Street NW, Washington, D.C.) will open in February 2012.
Lindsay Fraser presents Execution of Justice by Emily Mann. The show is directed by Joss Bennathan, and designed by James Turner.
Paul R. Tetreault, Director of Ford's Theatre Society, announced that the new Ford's Theatre Center for Education and Leadership (located at 514 Tenth Street NW, Washington, D.C.) will open in February 2012.
The Gallery Players announces cast and crew for its production of Craig Lucas', Reckless. Directed by The Gallery Players' Artistic Director, Heather Siobhan Curran and produced by the theatre's Executive Director, Neal J. Freeman, Reckless opens at The Gallery Players Saturday December 3.
The Fountain Theatre announced today that a guilty verdict has been reached in the trial of the man accused of murdering longtime Fountain director/producer Ben Bradley.
The Gallery Players announces cast and crew for its production of Craig Lucas', Reckless. Directed by The Gallery Players' Artistic Director, Heather Siobhan Curran and produced by the theatre's Executive Director, Neal J. Freeman, Reckless opens at The Gallery Players Saturday December 3.
Lindsay Fraser presents Execution of Justice by Emily Mann. The show is directed by Joss Bennathan, and designed by James Turner.
The Gallery Players announces cast and crew for its production of Craig Lucas', Reckless. Directed by The Gallery Players' Artistic Director, Heather Siobhan Curran and produced by the theatre's Executive Director, Neal J. Freeman, Reckless opens at The Gallery Players Saturday December 3.
WE HAVE YOUR HUSBAND, starring Emmy(R)-nominated actress Teri Polo and Esai Morales is now set to premiere Saturday, November 12th at 8pm ET/PT on Lifetime.
The Hornets' Nest series has theatre-goers itching for that conversation. The Hornets' Nest series of script-in-hand readings with professional actors and directors returns with three plays investigating the most difficult and controversial questions of today.
The Hornets' Nest series has theatre-goers itching for that conversation. The Hornets' Nest series of script-in-hand readings with professional actors and directors returns with three plays investigating the most difficult and controversial questions of today.
WE HAVE YOUR HUSBAND, starring Emmy(R)-nominated actress Teri Polo and Esai Morales is now set to premiere Saturday, November 12th at 8pm ET/PT on Lifetime.
Raul Esparza, Tom Nelis, Jenna Stern and Brian Curlan are among the initial wave of guest stars set for A GIFTED MAN this season, according to Futon Critic. Co-star Patrick Wilson revealed the news during the show's panel at the TCA Summer Press Tour.
On Saturday afternoon, August 27th, that revival will chalk up its 6,138th performance, surpassing A Chorus Line as Broadway's longest running American musical. Sure, there are three Broadway productions higher on the list of total performances - Les Miserables, Cats and the still-running Phantom of the Opera - but the distinction of Chicago being an American musical is a significant one.
Arthur Miller's autobiographical play will be staged at the Ruskin Group Theatre for a limited time. The play elegantly, and hilariously at times, depicts the way a common experience can bond people together.
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