Desire 2015 - Articles Page 2.6

Opened: September 1, 2015
Closing: October 11, 2015

Desire - 2015 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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Six of America's most lauded playwrights come together for a celebration of one of America's greatest wordsmiths. Adapted from Tennessee Williams' short stories Desire and the Black Masseur, The Field of Blue Children, Oriflamme, Portrait of a Girl in Glass, The Resemblance Between a Violin Case and a Coffin, and Tent Worms, the plays of Desire are certain to be new classics for the 21st century. Depicting love and innocence, isolation and loss, these unforgettable tales serve as a reminder that great stories have the power to change one's life. Helmed by Michael Wilson, one of the foremost directors of Tennessee Williams, Desire is sure to be a hallmark of the theater season.

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Megan Williams Dance Projects Presents The World Premiere Of SMILE, THOUGH YOUR HEART IS ACHING This April
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 26, 2024


Experience the world premiere of SMILE, THOUGH YOUR HEART IS ACHING in collaboration with composer Eve Beglarian. Join Megan Williams Dance Projects on April 5, 6, and 7 at Mark Morris Dance Center’s James and Martha Duffy Performance Space.

Nathaniel Rateliff to Play Leonard Cohen With The Wordless Orchestra in April
by Michael Major - Feb 26, 2024


The Canadian shows will follow Rateliff’s performances of “A Night of Leonard Cohen with the Colorado Symphony” for their Imagination Artist Series, taking place at Denver’s Boettcher Concert Hall on April 5 and 6. All performances will feature support from pianist Phil Cook, the virtuosic folk musician and frequent collaborator of Rateliff’s.

Tony Award-Winning Play THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Makes Its Philadelphia Premiere March 13 At The Arden Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2024


Experience the Tony Award-winning play, The Lehman Trilogy, as it makes its Philadelphia premiere at The Arden Theatre Company. This epic theatrical triumph takes audiences on a three-hour journey exploring nearly two centuries of the Lehman family from their humble beginnings to the devastating failure of a financial institution that would bring the global economy to its knees. 

Review: WHERE WE BELONG at Folger Theatre
by Rachael F. Goldberg - Feb 23, 2024


'Where We Belong' is a beautiful production, with a gorgeous script and an entrancing quality that can be attributed to the best of theatrical experiences. It shares some hard truths, some heart-wrenching moments and realizations, and challenges perspectives, but the love and care that shines through the whole production is incredibly compelling.

Interview: Barry Pearl's FOOTLOOSE & Always Fancy-Free
by Gil Kaan - Feb 21, 2024


Panic! Productions & BarCinBoo Productions’ Footloose the Musical will open at the Colony Theatre March 2, 2024 (with previews beginning March 1st). Barry Pearl directs with co-director/choreographer Michelle Elkin. Barry managed to free up some time to give me some behind-the-scenes of Footloose.

Jonathan Groff, Jessica Lange, Kandi Burruss & Schele Williams to be Honored at 2024 Drama League Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2024


The Drama League has revealed the 2024 Special Recognition Honorees of The 90th Annual Drama League Awards. Learn about the honorees!

Tim Arnold to Launch SUPER CONNECTED Tour This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2024


British singer-songwriter and filmmaker Tim Arnold will launch a run of unique tour dates in support of his new album and film Super Connected. See if Tim Arnold is coming to a venue near you and learn how to purchase tickets.

The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans Performs KINGDOM OF EARTH Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2024


The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans will present a revival of Kingdom of Earth by Tennessee Williams.

Jamie Muscato to Join Eric McCormack, Rachel Tucker, and More In WILD ABOUT YOU Concert
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 11, 2024


Jamie Muscato will be joining Eric McCormack, Rachel Tucker, Oliver Tompsett, and Tori Allen-Martin in the new musical in concert Wild About You, which is making its World Premiere at Theatre Royal Drury Lane.

Michigan Premiere of LOVEBIRD JAMBOREE Comes to Planet Ant
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2024


Planet Ant will present the Michigan Premiere of LOVEBIRD JAMBOREE: Love Stories From The LGBTQ Community by local Sarah Elisabeth Brown. Learn more about the production and find out how to get tickets here!

Los Angeles Band Death Lens Announce New Record 'Cold World'
by Michael Major - Jan 30, 2024


Since 2015, the five self-described “Brown boys from La Puente” have demonstrated an explosive energy and attitude in their recordings and chaotic live shows. Along the way, they have blossomed into a refined example of their work ethic, dedication to social justice and their community. Watch the new music video!

Jordan Rakei to Release New Album 'The Loop'; 'Freedom,' Single Out Now
by Michael Major - Jan 29, 2024


The album features the new single 'Freedom' and Rakei has also confirmed a UK & EU tour for 2024. In a triumphant return to the city where he cut his teeth, Rakei's UK and EU tour in support of his new album includes a second night added to his sold-out headline show at Royal Albert Hall. Watch the music video now!

Jamaican Dancehall Heavy-Hitter Teejay Drops New Single 'Dip' Ft. Tommy Lee Sparta
by Michael Major - Jan 26, 2024


Jamaican dancehall artist Teejay releases new single 'Dip' featuring Tommy Lee Sparta. The 9-track EP, co-executive produced by diamond-selling musical legend Shaggy along with Sharon Burke and Steve Carless, is available now for pre-order. Teejay's redefining what dancehall music looks like in mainstream spaces.

Photos/Video: Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company Presents WHERE WE BELONG
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2024


Following a world premiere film adaptation in 2021 and a successful 2022-23 national tour, Folger Theatre, in association with Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, announces the return of Where We Belong, written and performed by Madeline Sayet and directed by Mei Ann Teo. Where We Belong is on stage at Folger Theatre February 15 – March 10, 2024.

RICHARD III, MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, and More Set For Shakespeare's Globe Summer 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 23, 2024


Shakespeare’s Globe has announced its Summer Season, running from April – October 2024. Learn more about the full season here!

Michael Stuhlbarg Will Return to Broadway in Peter Morgan's PATRIOTS
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2024


Award-winning theatre, film, and television actor Michael Stuhlbarg will return to Broadway for the first time in almost 20 years to star in Patriots, the Almeida Theatre production of the timely new play by Peter Morgan. Learn more about the play here!

Jackalope Announces Cast And Creative Team For The Chicago Premiere Of THE SMUGGLER, February 16 - March 16
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2024


Jackalope Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the Chicago premiere of The Smuggler, February 16 – March 16, by Ronán Noone, directed by Gus Menary.

Teejay to Drop Debut EP in February
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2024


The 9-track EP, co-executive produced by diamond-selling musical legend Shaggy along with Sharon Burke and Steve Carless, is available now for pre-order. This announcement follows his recent digital cover story with Billboard. The 29-year-old Jamaican artist holds the torch for 'the future of dancehall' in the music platform's Genre Now issue.

John Waters To Be Honored by American Cinema Editors
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2024


Past recipients of the Golden Eddie include Spike Lee, Quentin Tarantino, Kathleen Kennedy, Christopher Nolan, Lauren Shuler Donner, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Guillermo del Toro, Vince Gilligan, J.J. Abrams, Nancy Meyers, Martin Scorsese, Norman Jewison, Robert Zemeckis, George Lucas, and the Sundance Institute, among others.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld January 17, 2024
by - Jan 17, 2024


Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is January 17, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Interview: Breaking Limits, Genres, and Borders - Ji Woo Jung Talks About Pursuing an Artistic Career in America as A South Korean National
by Da Young Leem - Jan 11, 2024


As a South Korean theatregoer living in South Korea, I have always been interested in artists of Asian nationalities pursuing their artistic careers on Broadway. Whenever I heard more and more stories of artists of foreign nationalities who had already coursed amazing paths with their professional careers, I felt more connected to Broadway and American culture in general, even though I have been living in Korea for most of my life.

Sokolow Theatre/Dance Ensemble to Present ANNA SOKOLOW AND THE REIMAGINED ROOTS OF ANTI-FASCIST DANCE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2024


Join the Sokolow Theatre/Dance Ensemble for a free performance of 'Anna Sokolow and the Reimagined Roots of Anti-Fascist Dance' at the Library of Congress.

The Paranoid Style Shares 'Last Night In Chickentown' From New LP 'The Interrogator
by Michael Major - Jan 9, 2024


The Paranoid Style is also notably confirmed to open for Drive-By Truckers in Athens, GA on February 16th at the famed 40 Watt as part of 'HeAthens Homecoming.' Watch the lyric video for the new single now!

Cincinnati May Festival Unveils New Artistic Leadership Model And 2024 Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2024


Cincinnati May Festival announces a new artistic leadership model and reveals the 2024 festival schedule. Composer Julia Wolfe is appointed as the inaugural Festival Director. Celebrating Robert Porco's 35-year tenure, the festival will also feature Bob's Big Sing: A May Festival Reunion on March 23.

Japan Society Presents REARVIEW INTO MIRROR IN THE MIRROR WITH KENGO KUMA AND ERIETA ATTALI At Japan Society
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 8, 2024


Japan Society Presents 'Rearview into Mirror in the Mirror with Kengo Kuma and Erieta Attaliat' on 2/9 at 6:30pm. Explore the intersection of architecture and photography in this unique event.

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