Phaedra 1996

Opened: July 28, 1996

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Review Roundup: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES Opens at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 16, 2023

See what the critics are saying about La Cage aux Folles at Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.

Kaija Saariaho's New Opera INNOCENCE Makes Its Long-Awaited UK Debut
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2023

This April, The Royal Opera stages the long-awaited UK premiere of Innocence. The original creative team are reunited at Covent Garden alongside an outstanding ensemble cast, following the production's triumphant world premiere at the Festival d'Aix-en-Provence in 2021.  

Family Show DON QUIXOTE TAKES NEW YORK to be Presented at La MaMa in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2022

The acclaimed puppet dance theatre company Loco7 will perform their work when La MaMa (66 E. 4 St.) presents the family show DON QUIXOTE TAKES NEW YORK, as part of the La MaMa Kids series with performances July 9 and 10.

The Gate Theatre Announces Gate Generations - A New Digital Series From The Gate Young Associates
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2021

Gate Generations is the creative digital response to the theatre's extraordinary 40-year history from the venue's Young Associates.  It offers an unprecedented opportunity to glimpse into the Gate's celebrated archive with five intriguing vignettes inspired by some of its landmark productions. 

Betsy McBride, Simon Wexler, Paola Hartley, and Karen Scalzitti-Kennedy Announced as Faculty For The Shreveport Dance Academy's Summer Intensive
by Stephi Wild - Jul 13, 2020

BETSY McBRIDE, SIMON WEXLER, PAOLA HARTLEY, and KAREN SCALZITTI-KENNEDY will be members of the guest faculty for the Shreveport Dance Academy's Summer Intensive in Shreveport, Louisiana. Ms. McBride and Mr. Wexler will be teaching from July 27-31, 2020, and Ms.  Hartley and Ms. Scalzitti-Kennedy will be teaching from August 3-7, 2020.

Deafinitely Theatre Announce Full Cast For Sarah Kane's 4.48 PSYCHOSIS UK Tour
by Julie Musbach - Jul 24, 2019

Deafinitely Theatre today announce the full cast of Sarah Kane's 4.48 Psychosis UK tour. Artistic Director of Deafinitely Theatre, Paula Garfield, directs William Grint, Erin Hutchings, Esther McAuley and Jamie Rea. Opening at New Diorama Theatre on 31 October, with previews from 29 October and running until 6 November; the production then tours to Derby Theatre from 8a?" 10 November, before concluding its run at Wales Millennium Centre from 20 a?" 23 November.

Strawdog Theatre Company Announces 32nd Season
by Julie Musbach - Jun 20, 2019

Strawdog Theatre, under the new artistic leadership of Leda Hoffmann, announces its 32nd season, "Truth."

Deafinitely Theatre Announce Uk Tour Dates For Sarah Kane's 4.48 PSYCHOSIS
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2019

Deafinitely Theatre today announce tour dates for their critically acclaimed production of Sarah Kane's 4.48 Psychosis , a co-production with New Diorama Theatre, which enjoyed a sell-out London run last year. Artistic Director of Deafinitely Theatre, Paula Garfield's production tours to Derby Theatre from 8 10 November, ahead of performances at Wales Millennium Centre from 20 23 November. Full cast to be announced shortly.

LITTLE KNOWN FACTS LIVE Podcast Series Returns to Atlantic Theater Company This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2019

Atlantic Theater Company is proud to announce that Little Known Facts at Atlantic, a live podcast hosted by Ilana Levine, will be returning as a full series this spring. Little Known Facts at Atlantic was originally presented as a one night only event featuring Atlantic Ensemble member Mary Steenburgen and Ted Danson. Following the first event's success, three additional live podcasts have been announced.

Deafinitely Theatre And New Diorama Theatre Announce Events To Accompany 4.48 PSYCHOSIS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2018

Deafinitely Theatre today announce a series of events to complement the run of Paula Garfield's critically acclaimed production of Sarah Kane's award-winning play 4.48 Psychosis. This gives the audience a unique opportunity to hear discussions on various topics related to the play and to participate in Q&A sessions with the director, members of the cast, academics and deaf people.

Deafinitely Theatre And New Diorama Theatre Announce New Production Of Sarah Kane's 4.48 PSYCHOSIS
by BWW News Desk - Sep 21, 2018

Deafinitely Theatre and New Diorama Theatre today announce a new production of Sarah Kane's 4.48 Psychosis. Artistic Director of Deafinitely Theatre, Paula Garfield, directs Adam Bassett, Brian Duffy, Jim Fish and Matt Kyle. Opening at New Diorama Theatre on 21 September, with previews from 18 September and running until 13 October. The production then tours to Derby Theatre from 19 - 20 October.

Deafinitely Theatre And New Diorama Theatre Announce New Production Of Sarah Kane's 4.48 PSYCHOSIS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2018

Deafinitely Theatre and New Diorama Theatre today announce a new production of Sarah Kane's 4.48 Psychosis. Artistic Director of Deafinitely Theatre, Paula Garfield, directs Adam Bassett, Brian Duffy, Jim Fish and Matt Kyle. Opening at New Diorama Theatre on 21 September, with previews from 18 September and running until 13 October. The production then tours to Derby Theatre from 19 - 20 October.

Kathleen Chalfant To Receive Obie Award For Lifetime Achievement
by Julie Musbach - May 7, 2018

The American Theatre Wing and The Village Voice announce that Tony Award-nominated and three-time Obie-winning actress Kathleen Chalfant will receive a special Obie Award for Lifetime Achievement at the 63rd Annual Obie Awards.

Photo Flash: Loco7 Dance Puppet Theatre Company Presents DON QUIXOTE TAKES NEW YORK at La MaMa
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 19, 2018

The acclaimed puppet dance theatre company Loco7 will debut their newest work when La MaMa (66 E. 4 St.) presents the world-premiere of the family show DON QUIXOTE TAKES NEW YORK, as part of the La MaMa Kids series with performances beginning April 21, as it has been announced by Mia Yoo, La MaMa's artistic director.

La MaMa In Association With Loco7 Dance Puppet Theatre Company Presents World Premiere Of DON QUIXOTE TAKES NEW YORK
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 11, 2018

The acclaimed puppet dance theatre company Loco7 will debut their newest work when La MaMa (66 E. 4 St.) presents the world-premiere of the family show DON QUIXOTE TAKES NEW YORK, as part of the La MaMa Kids series with performances beginning April 21, as it has been announced by Mia Yoo, La MaMa's artistic director.

La MaMa in Association with Loco7 Dance Puppet Theatre Co Presents World Premiere of DON QUIXOTE TAKES NEW YORK
by Julie Musbach - Mar 27, 2018

The acclaimed puppet dance theatre company Loco7 will debut their newest work when La MaMa (66 E. 4 St.) presents the world-premiere of the family show DON QUIXOTE TAKES NEW YORK, as part of the La MaMa Kids series with performances beginningApril 21, as it has been announced by Mia Yoo, La MaMa's artistic director.

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at Fort Wayne Civic Theatre
by Leah Windahl - Feb 2, 2018

Fort Wayne Civic Theatre presents the 1983 musical LA CAGE AUX FOLLES, which is set to open on February 17th and run through March 4th.

Yale Repertory Theatre Presents the World Premiere Of FIELD GUIDE Created By Rude Mechs
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2018

Yale Repertory Theatre Presents the World Premiere Of FIELD GUIDE Created By Rude Mechs, inspired by the novel The Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor Dostoevsky, January 26 February 17, at Yale Repertory Theatre (1120 Chapel Street). Opening Night is Thursday, February 1.

Full Casting Announced For The World Premiere Of Howard Brenton's THE SHADOW FACTORY
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2018

Director of Nuffield Southampton Theatres, Samuel Hodges, today announces the full cast for the company's inaugural production at NST City the world premi re of Howard Brenton's The Shadow Factory, which Hodges directs. Veteran of stage and screen Anita Dobson joins the cast as Lady Cooper/Ma (Wicked, Apollo Victoria Theatre; The Merry Wives of Windsor, RSC; Frozen, National Theatre) along with Shala Nyx who plays Polly. Dobson, known for playing the iconic role of Angie Watts in EastEnders, and Nyx join David Birrell (Fred/Hugh), Catherine Cusack (Lil/Sylvia), Lorna Fitzgerald (Jackie Dimmock), Hilton McRae (Lord Beaverbrook) and Daniel York (Len Gooch) to complete the company. The Shadow Factory opens on 15 February, with previews from 7 February, and runs until 3 March.

Casting Announced for the World Premiere of Howard Brenton's THE SHADOW FACTORY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 7, 2017

Director of Nuffield Southampton Theatres, Samuel Hodges, today announces casting for the theatres inaugural production at NST City the world premi re of Howard Brenton's The Shadow Factory. Hodges directs David Birrell (Fred/Hugh), Catherine Cusack (Lil/Sylvia), Lorna Fitzgerald (Jackie Dimmock), Hilton McRae (Lord Beaverbrook) and Daniel York (Len Gooch). Further casting to be announced. The Shadow Factory opens on 15 February, with previews from 7 February, and runs until 3 March.

BWW Review: LA CAGE AUX FOLLES at MNM Productions
by John Lariviere - Oct 8, 2017

MNM Productions presents La Cage aux Folles, featuring music and lyrics by Jerry Herman and a book by Harvey Fierstein through October 22, 2017.

Site-Specific 'BECKETT IN THE CITY' Explores Artist's Work, Life and Themes at IAC
by BWW News Desk - Sep 20, 2017

Irish Arts Center (IAC), the organization dedicated to projecting a dynamic vision of Ireland and Irish America for the 21st century, will present New Yorkers with an equally dynamic vision of the work, life, and themes of Samuel Beckett.

Site-Specific 'BECKETT IN THE CITY' to Explore Artist's Work, Life and Themes at IAC
by BWW News Desk - Aug 25, 2017

Irish Arts Center (IAC), the organization dedicated to projecting a dynamic vision of Ireland and Irish America for the 21st century, will present New Yorkers with an equally dynamic vision of the work, life, and themes of Samuel Beckett.

FOR PETER PAN ON HER 70TH BIRTHDAY Brings Happy Thoughts Off-Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 18, 2017

Previews begin tonight, August 18, for the Playwrights Horizons New York premiere production of For Peter Pan on her 70th Birthday, a new play by two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and Tony Award nominee Sarah Ruhl (Stage Kiss, Dead Man's Cell Phone at Playwrights; In the Next Room, or the vibrator play; The Clean House).

FOR PETER PAN ON HER 70TH BIRTHDAY Brings Happy Thoughts Off-Broadway This Week
by BWW News Desk - Aug 14, 2017

A friendly reminder! Previews begin this Friday, August 18 at 7:30 PM for the Playwrights Horizons New York premiere production of For Peter Pan on her 70th birthday, a new play by two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist and Tony Award nominee Sarah Ruhl (Stage Kiss, Dead Man's Cell Phone at Playwrights; In the Next Room, or the vibrator play; The Clean House). 

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