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Opened: November 17, 1981
Closing: December 12, 1981

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The First - 1981 - Broadway Articles Page 34

First Ever English Regional Production of Friel's FAITH HEALER
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2009


New Perspectives will present the first ever English rural touring production of Brian Friel's Faith Healer.

Patricia Racette To Sing Leading Soprano In Each Of The Three One-Act Operas in Puccini’s Trilogy IL TRITTICO
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 29, 2009


Patricia Racette is the first soprano since Teresa Stratas 20 years ago to sing all three leading soprano roles in Puccini's Il Trittico at the Met. Comprised of three one-act operas, Il Tabarro, Suor Angelica, and Gianni Schicchi, Il Trittico returns to the Met in the production by Jack O'Brien that was a popular and critical hit at its premiere in 2007.

The Public Theater's Dafoe Led IDIOT SAVANT Kicks Off Tonight, 10/27
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 27, 2009


The Public Theater's highly anticipated world premiere of IDIOT SAVANT, written and directed by Richard Foreman, kicks off tonight with the first preview. Presented in association with Ontological-Hysteric Theater, previews for IDIOT SAVANT continue through November 3. The show opens officially on Wednesday, November 4 and runs through Sunday, December 13.

Sondheim to Hold Onstage Discussion at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 10/24
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2009


9-time Tony Award winner Stephen Sondheim will hold an onstage discussion about his life and works at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts on Saturday, October 24th. Sondheim will sit down with host Peter Stein as part of the Copperfield's Books Renowned Speakers Series.

Sondheim to Hold Onstage Discussion at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, 10/24
by Jeff Dennhardt - Oct 19, 2009


9-time Tony Award winner Stephen Sondheim will hold an onstage discussion about his life and works at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts on Saturday, October 24th. Sondheim will sit down with host Peter Stein as part of the Copperfield's Books Renowned Speakers Series.

Marines Memorial Theatre Features Jason Alexander and Rick Reynolds in 'New Works @ The Marines' Series, 10/19 - 11/17
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2009


Roxanne Goodfellow, artistic director and general manager of the recently re-opened Marines Memorial Theatre, today announced the start of 'New Works @ The Marines' - a series showcasing new and emerging works in theatre, music, dance, film and other media from artists in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.

First Ever English Regional Production of Friel's FAITH HEALER Closes Tonight, 12/12
by Carrie Dunn - Oct 15, 2009


New Perspectives will present the first ever English rural touring production of Brian Friel's Faith Healer.

Marines Memorial Theatre Features Jason Alexander and Rick Reynolds in 'New Works @ The Marines' Series, 10/19 - 11/17
by BWW News Desk - Oct 14, 2009


Roxanne Goodfellow, artistic director and general manager of the recently re-opened Marines Memorial Theatre, today announced the start of 'New Works @ The Marines' - a series showcasing new and emerging works in theatre, music, dance, film and other media from artists in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond.

Comedic Musical IT'S THE HOUSEWIVES Comes San Diego 9/4 At The Tenth Avenue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 4, 2009


The hit rock musical comedy that entertained sold-out houses in L.A. for over four months arrives in San Diego this September. Get ready for the Divas of Domesticity! Corinne Dekker, Jamey Hood and Jayme Lake ('Megawatt performances' - Coast to Coast Newspapers) reprise their roles as The Housewives, three young homemakers who form a band for their PTA talent show - then go on to become bigger than Brillo with their hilarious brand of 'domestic' rock 'n roll. The limited 4-week engagement opens September 4 at the Tenth Avenue Theatre in San Diego.

Comedic Musical IT'S THE HOUSEWIVES Comes San Diego 9/4 At The Tenth Avenue Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 27, 2009


The hit rock musical comedy that entertained sold-out houses in L.A. for over four months arrives in San Diego this September. Get ready for the Divas of Domesticity! Corinne Dekker, Jamey Hood and Jayme Lake ('Megawatt performances' - Coast to Coast Newspapers) reprise their roles as The Housewives, three young homemakers who form a band for their PTA talent show - then go on to become bigger than Brillo with their hilarious brand of 'domestic' rock 'n roll. The limited 4-week engagement opens September 4 at the Tenth Avenue Theatre in San Diego.

The Antaeus Company Announces First Full Season Of Classic Plays
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 21, 2009


The Antaeus Company, L.A.'s Classical Theater Ensemble, hits a milestone in company history: For the first time since the inception of the company in 1994, The Antaeus Company is proud to announce their first full season of classic plays!

Photo Flash: THE MISANTHROPE Plays At PS122
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 10, 2009


The Misanthrope is an ensemble-created contemporary explosion of Moliere's classic social comedy inspired in equal part by Ingmar Bergman, indie rock, and the New York rental market, it explores the nature of desire in our generation.

Jazz and More With Kelly Roberti Series Presents The Adam Platt Trio This June
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 19, 2009


Adam Platt, Incredible pianist and Bozeman Native will have several appearances in Bozeman during the first week of June. June 1 7pm at the Library Community Room Kelly Roberti will host an in depth interview with Adam, free to the public. June 5 & 6 8pm performances at Equinox Theatre, 2307 N. 7th (across the street from Murdochs). Each performance is $18 or $30 to attend both performances. Also on June 6 at 2pm at the Equinox Theatre we will have a clinic/workshop $5.

Photo Coverage Exclusive: Signature Theatre's First Annual Stephen Sondheim Award Gala
by Walter McBride - Apr 29, 2009


At a black-tie Gala Benefit on Monday night at the Embassy of Italy, Signature Theatre feted Stephen Sondheim, the greatest living composer/lyricist of American musical theatre, with both music and a new award established in the composer's name.

AAADT & Sweet Honey In The Rock Join Up In Chicago 4/1-5
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2009


The Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University (ATRU), 50 E. Congress Parkway, proudly announces programming for the 50th Anniversary celebration of the world-renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT), performing as part of ATRU's International Dance Series in a Chicago exclusive engagement April 1 - 5. Tickets are now on sale.

AAADT & Sweet Honey In The Rock Join Up In Chicago 4/1-5
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 17, 2009


The Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University (ATRU), 50 E. Congress Parkway, proudly announces programming for the 50th Anniversary celebration of the world-renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT), performing as part of ATRU's International Dance Series in a Chicago exclusive engagement April 1 - 5. Tickets are now on sale.

West Coast Ensemble Presents 'THE GRADUATE,' Previews 2/11
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2009


West Coast Ensemble presents the first show of their 2009 season, THE GRADUATE, adapted by Terry Johnson, based on the novel by Charles Webb, and the motion picture screenplay by Calder Willingham and Buck Henry, THE GRADUATE will be directed by Jules Aaron (Great Expectations). THE GRADUATE will preview on Wednesday, February 11 and Thursday, February 12 at 8:00pm and will open on Friday, February 13 at 8:00pm and continue through Sunday, April 5 at the new home of West Coast Ensemble - The El Centro Theatre, 800 N. El Centro Ave. in Hollywood.

West Coast Ensemble Presents 'THE GRADUATE,' Previews 2/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 8, 2009


West Coast Ensemble presents the first show of their 2009 season, THE GRADUATE, adapted by Terry Johnson, based on the novel by Charles Webb, and the motion picture screenplay by Calder Willingham and Buck Henry, THE GRADUATE will be directed by Jules Aaron (Great Expectations). THE GRADUATE will preview on Wednesday, February 11 and Thursday, February 12 at 8:00pm and will open on Friday, February 13 at 8:00pm and continue through Sunday, April 5 at the new home of West Coast Ensemble - The El Centro Theatre, 800 N. El Centro Ave. in Hollywood.

Transport Group to Present Revival of Shaw's 'Bury the Dead' Starting 10/31
by BWW News Desk - Oct 31, 2008


Transport Group, the winner of a special 2007 Drama Desk Award and a 2007 Obie Award, will present the first major New York revival of Irwin Shaw's Bury the Dead, directed by Joe Calarco, beginning performances Friday, October 31, at 220 East 4 Street, between Avenues A and B (6 to Astor Place, W/N to 8th Street or F/V to Second Avenue). The opening has been scheduled for Sunday, November 9, at 3pm.

Transport Group to Present Revival of Shaw's 'Bury the Dead' Starting 10/31
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 6, 2008


Transport Group, the winner of a special 2007 Drama Desk Award and a 2007 Obie Award, will present the first major New York revival of Irwin Shaw's Bury the Dead, directed by Joe Calarco, beginning performances Friday, October 31, at 220 East 4 Street, between Avenues A and B (6 to Astor Place, W/N to 8th Street or F/V to Second Avenue). The opening has been scheduled for Sunday, November 9, at 3pm.

Buckley and Werner Play the Blue Note, July 17-22
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2007


Cabaret comes to the Blue Note for the first leg of the July Vocal Series with Tony Award-winner Betty Buckley and acclaimed pianist Kenny Werner. Buckley will be returning to the Blue Note (131 W. 3rd St.) for the second time with Werner and her trio on Tuesday, July 17 through Sunday, July 22, 2007 for shows at 8:00pm at 10:30pm.

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