Director's Guild Honors Glenn Weiss & Team for 2011 Tony Award Direction
by Jessica Lewis - Jan 30, 2012
Glenn Weiss and the directing team of the 65th Annual Tony Awards, have been honored with a Directors Guild award in the category of Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Musical Variety. This is Mr. Weiss' eighth DGA nomination and third win. He won the Award for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in Musical Variety in 2010 for the 64th Annual Tony Awards and in 2007 for The 61st Annual Tony Awards; and was previously nominated in this category in, 2008, 2006, 2005, 2002 and 2001 for the 62nd, 60th, 59th, 56th and 55th Annual Tony Awards.
Matthew Archambault Leads Flux Theatre Ensemble's MENDERS 1/19-2/11
by BWW
News Desk - Jan 19, 2012
Flux Theatre Ensemble announces that Matthew Archambault (The Lesser Seductions of History), Sol Crespo (Winner of the 2005 HOLA Award for Outstanding Performance of a Featured Actress), Vivia Font (Underneathmybed at Rattlestick Playwrights Theater), Mike Mihm (Odysseus in Ajax in Iraq), Ingrid Nordstrom (Nosedive Productions' Infectious Opportunity), Raushanah Simmons (ScreenPlay at The Flea), and Isaiah Tanenbaum (Jacob's House) will star in their World Premiere of Erin Browne's MENDERS, January 19-February 11 at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street at Washington Square South).
John Doyle to Helm PASSION at Classic Stage Company in 2013
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 13, 2012
Classic Stage Company, under the leadership of Artistic Director Brian Kulick, will next season present new production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Tony Award-winning musical PASSION, to be directed by John Doyle (the Tony Award-winning revivals of Sondheim's Sweeney Todd and Company). PASSION is slated to begin performances in February, 2013.
Matthew Archambault Leads Flux Theatre Ensemble's MENDERS 1/19-2/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 4, 2012
Flux Theatre Ensemble announces that Matthew Archambault (The Lesser Seductions of History), Sol Crespo (Winner of the 2005 HOLA Award for Outstanding Performance of a Featured Actress), Vivia Font (Underneathmybed at Rattlestick Playwrights Theater), Mike Mihm (Odysseus in Ajax in Iraq), Ingrid Nordstrom (Nosedive Productions' Infectious Opportunity), Raushanah Simmons (ScreenPlay at The Flea), and Isaiah Tanenbaum (Jacob's House) will star in their World Premiere of Erin Browne's MENDERS, January 19-February 11 at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street at Washington Square South).
Matthew Archambault Leads Flux Theatre Ensemble's MENDERS 1/19-2/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 16, 2011
Flux Theatre Ensemble announces that Matthew Archambault (The Lesser Seductions of History), Sol Crespo (Winner of the 2005 HOLA Award for Outstanding Performance of a Featured Actress), Vivia Font (Underneathmybed at Rattlestick Playwrights Theater), Mike Mihm (Odysseus in Ajax in Iraq), Ingrid Nordstrom (Nosedive Productions' Infectious Opportunity), Raushanah Simmons (ScreenPlay at The Flea), and Isaiah Tanenbaum (Jacob's House) will star in their World Premiere of Erin Browne's MENDERS, January 19-February 11 at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street at Washington Square South).
La MaMa Presents TEATRO PATOLOGICO IN NEW YORK 12/15-22
by BWW
News Desk - Dec 15, 2011
In honor of La MaMa's 50th Anniversary season, Italy's Dario D'Ambrosi will stage 'Teatro Patologico in New York,' a festival of Pathological Theater and Film, December 15 to 22, 2011, mounting one large new work plus three smaller plays that are a cross-section of his 31 years of productions at La MaMa.
La MaMa Presents TEATRO PATOLOGICO IN NEW YORK 12/15-22
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 10, 2011
In honor of La MaMa's 50th Anniversary season, Italy's Dario D'Ambrosi will stage 'Teatro Patologico in New York,' a festival of Pathological Theater and Film, December 15 to 22, 2011, mounting one large new work plus three smaller plays that are a cross-section of his 31 years of productions at La MaMa.
Gillian Bevan And Deka Walmsley Join West End's BILLY ELLIOT
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 14, 2011
On 14 November 2011 Gillian Bevan (Mrs Wilkinson) and Deka Walmsley (Dad) will join the West End production of Billy Elliot the Musical along with Ann Emery who returns to the cast to play Grandma, the role she originated on stage at the Victoria Palace in 2005 and played until 2010.
Photo Coverage: Emery, Bevan and Walmsley Join Cast of BILLY ELLIOT
by Carrie Dunn - Oct 14, 2011
On 14 November 2011 Gillian Bevan (Mrs Wilkinson) and Deka Walmsley (Dad) will join the West End production of Billy Elliot the Musical along with Ann Emery who returns to the cast to play Grandma, the role she originated on stage at the Victoria Palace in 2005 and played until 2010. They will be joined by new principal cast members Michael Peavoy (Tony), Sean Kearns (George) and Simon Ray Harvey (Mr. Braithwaite).
ABC Announces 'Dancing With the Stars' Cast: David Arquette, Nancy Grace & More
by TV News Desk - Sep 19, 2011
A dynamic lineup of stars - including a U.S. veteran, an NBA champion, a film and TV star, a TV host and journalist, a Grammy-nominated singer, a supermodel, a reality TV star, a showbiz legacy and activist, and a World Cup star -- will take the stage for the two-hour season premiere of 'Dancing with the Stars,' MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 (8:00-10:01 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.
Diversionary Theatre Announces EDWARD II
by BWW
News Desk - Sep 10, 2011
Richard Baird returns to San Diego to direct the largest Diversionary Theatre production to date - 14 fantastic actors playing numerous roles in an intense account of the struggle between passion and responsibility.
Diversionary Theatre’s EDWARD II Begins Performances 9/8
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 7, 2011
Richard Baird returns to San Diego to direct the largest Diversionary Theatre production to date - 15 fantastic actors playing numerous roles in an intense account of the struggle between passion and responsibility. Baird had this to say about the production: 'It is wonderful to return home to San Diego to fulfill a dream to stage this play with Diversionary Theatre. With their support - and an incredibly talented team - we have been able to create a big, rich and exhilarating production that is so powerful in such an intimate space.'
ABC Announces 'Dancing With the Stars' Cast: David Arquette, Nancy Grace & More
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 29, 2011
A dynamic lineup of stars - including a U.S. veteran, an NBA champion, a film and TV star, a TV host and journalist, a Grammy-nominated singer, a supermodel, a reality TV star, a showbiz legacy and activist, and a World Cup star -- will take the stage for the two-hour season premiere of 'Dancing with the Stars,' MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 (8:00-10:01 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.
Diversionary Theatre Announces EDWARD II
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 22, 2011
Richard Baird returns to San Diego to direct the largest Diversionary Theatre production to date - 14 fantastic actors playing numerous roles in an intense account of the struggle between passion and responsibility.
Ross Dance Presents 3rd Annual Bay Area Praise Dance Festival
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 20, 2011
It is a unique opportunity to come together as a community to celebrate the Gospel and hear the soulful harmonies from Berkeley's acclaimed choir, Covenant Worship Center and see the vernacular movement from praise and liturgical dancers from all over California.
Ross Dance Presents 3rd Annual Bay Area Praise Dance Festival
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 1, 2011
It is a unique opportunity to come together as a community to celebrate the Gospel and hear the soulful harmonies from Berkeley's acclaimed choir, Covenant Worship Center and see the vernacular movement from praise and liturgical dancers from all over California.
LA's Geffen Playhouse to Premiere Doyle-Helmed THE EXORCIST & More in '11-'12
by Jessica Lewis - May 12, 2011
Next season the Geffen Playhouse is introducing Angelenos to acclaimed new works - including the previously announced Red Hot Patriot: The Kick Ass Wit of Molly Ivins featuring Kathleen Turner, Pulitzer Prize nominee The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity by Kristoffer Diaz and Tony Award nominee Next Fall by Geoffrey Nauffts - as well as introducing the theater community at large to three world premieres - including a stage adaptation of The Exorcist by Edgar Award winner John Pielmeier (Agnes of God), The Jacksonian, a new work by Pulitzer Prize winner Beth Henley, and Radiance: The Passion of Marie Curie, the playwriting debut of actor Alan Alda. In addition to the acclaimed playwrights represented this season, the Geffen Playhouse is welcoming internationally lauded directors to helm these works including Tony Award winners John Doyle and Robert Falls.
Asolo Rep Extras Presents Lypsinka As Joan Crawdord 5/9
by BWW
News Desk - May 9, 2011
With uncanny precision and unforgettable pizzazz, John Epperson - also known as Lypsinka - pays homage to ultimate screen-queen Joan Crawford. Using the actress' own words, The Passion of the Crawford is a fantasia on the persona of this 20th Century cultural icon. Washington City Paper has called Lypsinka 'certifiably fabulous,' while the Los Angeles Times dubbed her 'a geyser of glamour!' Daily Variety raved: 'Watching a Lypsinka show is like channel-surfing in Heaven.'
Jeremy Irons to Star in CAMELOT at Irish Rep, 6/6
by Nicole Rosky - May 6, 2011
Off-Broadway's acclaimed Irish Repertory Theatre presents its 2011 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe's CAMELOT - the beloved musical that defined an age with its lush romantic score that soars above the legendary tale of idealism, passion and betrayal - on Monday, June 6 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan. Charlotte Moore, who directed last year's acclaimed concert staging of BRIGADOON
on Broadway and helms the Irish Repertory's current production of Dion Boucicault's THE SHAUGHRAUN, directs a cast of Broadway stars.
Luker, Von Essen, Cavenaugh, Balgord & More to Star in DEATH TAKES A HOLIDAY; Previews Start June 10
by Robert Diamond - Apr 25, 2011
Roundabout Theatre Company announced the full company of the new musical Death Takes A Holiday, with a book by Peter Stone & Thomas Meehan, music & lyrics by Maury Yeston, directed by Doug Hughes. The cast will include Linda Balgord (Contessa Danielli), Matt Cavenaugh (Eric Fenton), Mara Davi (Alice), Joy Hermalyn (Cora), Jay Jaski (Lorenzo), Simon Jones (Dr. Dario Albione), Rebecca Luker (Duchess Lamberti), Patricia Noonan (Sophia), Julian Ovenden (Prince Sirki / Death), Jill Paice (Grazia), Michael Siberry (Duke Lamberti), Alexandra Socha (Daisy Fenton), Don Stephenson (Fidele), Max Von Essen (Corrado Montelli).
Asolo Rep Extras Presents Lypsinka As Joan Crawdord 5/9
by Kassie Rivera - Apr 22, 2011
With uncanny precision and unforgettable pizzazz, John Epperson - also known as Lypsinka - pays homage to ultimate screen-queen Joan Crawford. Using the actress' own words, The Passion of the Crawford is a fantasia on the persona of this 20th Century cultural icon. Washington City Paper has called Lypsinka 'certifiably fabulous,' while the Los Angeles Times dubbed her 'a geyser of glamour!' Daily Variety raved: 'Watching a Lypsinka show is like channel-surfing in Heaven.'
CAMELOT Returns to Broadway in Irish Rep. Benefit Concert, 6/6
by Jessica Lewis - Apr 18, 2011
Off-Broadway's acclaimed Irish Repertory Theatre presents its 2011 Annual Benefit Gala, a concert performance on Broadway of Alan Jay Lerner and Frederick Loewe's CAMELOT - the beloved musical that defined an age with its lush romantic score that soars above the legendary tale of idealism, passion and betrayal - on Monday, June 6 at The Shubert Theatre (225 West 44th Street) in Manhattan. Charlotte Moore, who directed last year's acclaimed concert staging of BRIGADOON on Broadway and helms the Irish Repertory's current production of Dion Boucicault's THE SHAUGHRAUN, will direct.