Based on The Madwoman of Chaillot by Jean Giraudoux as adapated by Maurice Valency
Angela Lansbury, the great star of stage, film, and television, was honored tonight with the first Stephen Sondheim Award, given by Virginia's Signature Theatre at a black-tie Gala Benefit at the Embassy of Italy. The Sondheim Award, established by Signature last year in the name of America's most influential contemporary musical theater writer and composer, was presented to the actress by Mr. Sondheim himself.
Angela Lansbury, the great star of stage, film, and television, was honored tonight with the first annual Stephen Sondheim Award, given by Virginia's Signature Theatre at a black-tie Gala Benefit at the Embassy of Italy.
On April 12, 2010, the Tony Award-winning Signature Theatre will honor beloved stage, screen, and television actress Angela Lansbury with the company's first Stephen Sondheim Award. (The celebration was originally scheduled to take place on April 26, 2010). The award, established last year in honor of America's most influential contemporary musical theater writer and composer, will be presented at a black-tie Gala Benefit at the Embassy of Italy. The 2010 Sondheim Award Gala is chaired by C. Daniel and Juliann Clemente; Honorary Hosts include actresses Catherine Zeta-Jones and Bernadette Peters, philanthropists Helen Henderson and Ted and Mary Jo Shen, and Congressman James Moran and LuAnn Bennett. The Sondheim Award Gala will benefit Signature Theatre's artistic, education, and community outreach programs.
Second Stage Theatre (Carole Rothman, Artistic Director) has announced the two plays which will be presented as part of the company's eighth annual Second Stage Theatre Uptown Series this summer: the New York premiere of Michael Golamco's Year Zero, directed by Will Frears, and the world premiere of Leslye Headland's Bachelorette, directed by Trip Cullman.
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Appearing together again after their Tony Award® winning performances in Evita, Patti LuPone joins Mandy Patinkin onstage for An Evening with Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin. These Broadway legends will bring their critically acclaimed theatre concert to the Joe R. and Theresa Lozano Long Center for the Performing Arts for one performance only on Thursday, March 25th, 2010 at 8 p.m.
A report in The Canadian Press says that comedian Mel Brooks is working on a musical adaptation of his 1974 film 'Blazing Saddles'. Brooks says he has written two songs for the show and is currently working on a third.
The New York Philharmonic will present SONDHEIM: The Birthday Concert on March 15 and Tuesday, March 16, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. This celebration of the 80th birthday of the great Broadway and film composer/lyricist will include his most enduring orchestral music and songs - performed, in some cases, by the stars of the original Broadway cast productions - in addition to rarely-heard material. Joining the celebration will be (in alphabetical order) Michael Cerveris, Victoria Clark, Jason Danieley, Nathan Gunn, George Hearn, Patti LuPone, Marin Mazzie, Audra McDonald, Donna Murphy, Mandy Patinkin, Bernadette Peters, and others to be announced, including surprise guests. Paul Gemignani, Mr. Sondheim's longtime collaborator, will conduct the New York Philharmonic; Lonny Price is the director; and Mr. Price and Matt Cowart are the producers.
Joe's Pub has announced its upcoming events for March 4th-9th. Events include Holmes Brothers CD Release, Somi and Chanda Rule: A Dramatic Reading of Listening To Roots and Voicing Branches, Dear Companion Tour, Billy Eichner Vs. The Oscars: A Pre-Oscar Night Comedy Bash, Bubble Do Beatles: Rubber Soul Family Matinee, Murray Hill Oscar Party, The Tonics, Mel Flannery Trucking Co. CD Release Featuring The Mumbles, and Bridget Everett: We've Got Tonight.
Joe's Pub has announced its upcoming events for March 4th-9th. Events include Holmes Brothers CD Release, Somi and Chanda Rule: A Dramatic Reading of Listening To Roots and Voicing Branches, Dear Companion Tour, Billy Eichner Vs. The Oscars: A Pre-Oscar Night Comedy Bash, Bubble Do Beatles: Rubber Soul Family Matinee, Murray Hill Oscar Party, The Tonics, Mel Flannery Trucking Co. CD Release Featuring The Mumbles, and Bridget Everett: We've Got Tonight.
Joe's Pub has announced its upcoming events for March 4th-9th. Events include Holmes Brothers CD Release, Somi and Chanda Rule: A Dramatic Reading of Listening To Roots and Voicing Branches, Dear Companion Tour, Billy Eichner Vs. The Oscars: A Pre-Oscar Night Comedy Bash, Bubble Do Beatles: Rubber Soul Family Matinee, Murray Hill Oscar Party, The Tonics, Mel Flannery Trucking Co. CD Release Featuring The Mumbles, and Bridget Everett: We've Got Tonight.
Joe's Pub has announced its upcoming events for March 4th-9th. Events include Holmes Brothers CD Release, Somi and Chanda Rule: A Dramatic Reading of Listening To Roots and Voicing Branches, Dear Companion Tour, Billy Eichner Vs. The Oscars: A Pre-Oscar Night Comedy Bash, Bubble Do Beatles: Rubber Soul Family Matinee, Murray Hill Oscar Party, The Tonics, Mel Flannery Trucking Co. CD Release Featuring The Mumbles, and Bridget Everett: We've Got Tonight.
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Joe's Pub has announced its upcoming events for March 4th-9th. Events include Holmes Brothers CD Release, Somi and Chanda Rule: A Dramatic Reading of Listening To Roots and Voicing Branches, Dear Companion Tour, Billy Eichner Vs. The Oscars: A Pre-Oscar Night Comedy Bash, Bubble Do Beatles: Rubber Soul Family Matinee, Murray Hill Oscar Party, The Tonics, Mel Flannery Trucking Co. CD Release Featuring The Mumbles, and Bridget Everett: We've Got Tonight.
Northrop Dance at the University of Minnesota and the Walker Art Center present the Midwest debut of British sensation Akram Khan Company performing bahok at 8 pm Wednesday, March 3, at Northrop. The contemporary work embodies the many different styles of Khan's multinational company, fusing traditional South Asian dance with modern movement.
The Tony Award-winning Vineyard Theatre is presenting the world-premiere of the new musical THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS, with music and lyrics by Tony Award-winners John Kander and Fred Ebb, book by David Thompson and directed by Tony Award-winner Susan Stroman with musical direction by David Loud.
The Tony Award-winning Vineyard Theatre will present the world-premiere of the new musical THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS, with music and lyrics by Tony Award-winners John Kander and Fred Ebb, book by David Thompson and directed by Tony Award-winner Susan Stroman with musical direction by David Loud. Previews begin February 12, 2010 prior to an official opening date of March 10, it has been announced by Vineyard Artistic Director Douglas Aibel.
The Tony Award-winning Vineyard Theatre will present the world-premiere of the new musical THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS, with music and lyrics by Tony Award-winners John Kander and Fred Ebb, book by David Thompson and directed by Tony Award-winner Susan Stroman with musical direction by David Loud. Previews begin February 12, 2010 prior to an official opening date of March 10, it has been announced by Vineyard Artistic Director Douglas Aibel.
The Tony Award-winning Vineyard Theatre will present the world-premiere of the new musical THE SCOTTSBORO BOYS, with music and lyrics by Tony Award-winners John Kander and Fred Ebb, book by David Thompson and directed by Tony Award-winner Susan Stroman with musical direction by David Loud. Previews begin February 12, 2010 prior to an official opening date of March 10, it has been announced by Vineyard Artistic Director Douglas Aibel.
The sights and sounds of Italy alight in Arlington's Crystal City as Arena Stage presents the lush and soaring The Light in the Piazza, directed by Arena Stage Artistic Director Molly Smith.
Finally appearing together again after their Tony Award® winning performances in Evita, Patti LuPone and Mandy Patinkin bring their critically acclaimed theatre concert to The Royal Alexandra Theatre for 6 performances only, from February 9 through 14. Tickets are now on sale.
Showtunes presented a one night only concert Saturday night which not only showcased highlights from their previous shows as well as from upcoming productions but also announced their collaboration with Broadway Across America and Seattle Theater Group. In addition they also debuted for Seattle audiences in their new performing home of The Moore Theatre in Downtown Seattle.
Broadway stars Victor Garber, Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley, and Signature favorite Sherri L. Edelen will salute Angela Lansbury at the Signature Theatre's Sondheim Award Gala on April 12 at the Embassy of Italy. The beloved stage, screen, and television actress will be presented with the company's first Stephen Sondheim Award, established last year in honor of America's most influential contemporary musical theater writer and composer.
Northrop Dance at the University of Minnesota and the Walker Art Center present the Midwest debut of British sensation Akram Khan Company performing bahok at 8 pm Wednesday, March 3, at Northrop. The contemporary work embodies the many different styles of Khan's multinational company, fusing traditional South Asian dance with modern movement.
Joe's Pub has announced its upcoming events for March 4th-9th. Events include Holmes Brothers CD Release, Somi and Chanda Rule: A Dramatic Reading of Listening To Roots and Voicing Branches, Dear Companion Tour, Billy Eichner Vs. The Oscars: A Pre-Oscar Night Comedy Bash, Bubble Do Beatles: Rubber Soul Family Matinee, Murray Hill Oscar Party, The Tonics, Mel Flannery Trucking Co. CD Release Featuring The Mumbles, and Bridget Everett: We've Got Tonight.
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