Romantic Poetry - 2008 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 16

Experience a timeless story of revolution and love when Pittsburgh CLO presents the smash-hit musical Les Misérables for the first time, July 7 through July 19 at the Benedum Center in the heart of Pittsburgh's Cultural District. Currently the longest-running musical in history, Les Misérables has been seen by more than 54 million people around the world.

Vassar & New York Stage and Film's Powerhouse Theater announces the cast for the first of three Mainstage productions of the 25th anniversary season: Ninety, by Joanna Murray-Smith, directed by Maria Mileaf, beginning performances June 30 and running through July 12, and new additions to the star-filled line-up for the 25th anniversary gala benefit, 'Silver Celebration under the Stars,' June 27.

On June 29, 2009 the stars on Broadway will align in honor and celebration of history, theater and life as On Your Radar Productions presents MADE IN NEW YORK!: A Celebration of New York's African American Broadway History.

On June 29, 2009 the stars on Broadway will align in honor and celebration of history, theater and life as On Your Radar Productions presents MADE IN NEW YORK!: A Celebration of New York's African American Broadway History. Held in the Minskoff Theatre, the evening will celebrate New York's African-American Broadway tradition by honoring those who have contributed to its rich legacy and preservation.

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will embark on a two-week journey of South American music with conductor Miguel Harth-Bedoya and the ¡Música Ardiente? Festival, May 27-June 6.The festival, presented by CNN en Español, will feature three programs.

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will embark on a two-week journey of South American music with conductor Miguel Harth-Bedoya and the ¡Música Ardiente? Festival, May 27-June 6.The festival, presented by CNN en Español, will feature three programs.

Making music to the ears of budget-conscious audiences, the River To River® Festival today unveiled a stellar line-up of completely free music, dance, and cultural events that firmly establishes Lower Manhattan as the city's summer arts capital.

Lucio Fernandez, nominated for a 2008 MAC Award for his performance in the show ?The Cuban Kid in concert?, and winner of both the ITRA Award and Premio ARTE Award, will return to Don?t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th Street (between 8th & 9th Avenues) in New York City on Saturday, April 4th at 8:00 PM.

Our series on 'women who run the show' concludes with MTC's artistic director, Lynne Meadow, and associate AD, Mandy Greenfield.

Artistic Director Robert Falls proudly announces a diverse line-up-from musical hilarity and classic yarns, to memory pieces and family dramas, to stories with ethnic roots that reflect today's world-in Goodman Theatre's new 2009/2010 season.

Ars Nova (Jason Eagan, Artistic Director; Jon Steingart and Jenny Wiener Steingart, Executive Producers) announces an eclectic, jam-packed Spring/Summer lineup designed to showcase exciting emerging artists through its four successful development series: Out Loud, Residency Encores, Tragedy Tomorrow and Uncharted, as well as unmissable Special Events and two World Premiere Feature Presentations.

Writers' Theatre Artistic Director Michael Halberstam and Executive Director Kathryn M. Lipuma announce the company's 18th season, which includes Tom Stoppard's comedic masterpiece Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, directed by Michael Halberstam; Noel Coward's musical revue, Oh Coward! to be performed in Writers' most intimate venue; The Old Settler by John Henry Redwood, directed by Ron OJ Parson; and Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, directed by David Cromer.

On February 18 and 19, La MaMa will host an open house, 'New Voices Heard,' featuring a sampling of eight plays that were developed during the summer of 2008 in the La MaMa Umbria International Playwrights Retreat. This free event will take place at La MaMa La Galleria, 6 East First Street, Manhattan (between Second Avenue and Bowery), Manhattan. Admission is free. Excerpts of eight plays will be presented. Seven will be staged readings and one will be fully acted.

Lucio Fernandez, nominated for a 2008 MAC Award for his performance in the show ?The Cuban Kid in concert?, and winner of both the ITRA Award and Premio ARTE Award, will return to Don?t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th Street (between 8th & 9th Avenues) in New York City on Saturday, April 4th at 8:00 PM.

On February 18 and 19, La MaMa will host an open house, 'New Voices Heard,' featuring a sampling of eight plays that were developed during the summer of 2008 in the La MaMa Umbria International Playwrights Retreat. This free event will take place at La MaMa La Galleria, 6 East First Street, Manhattan (between Second Avenue and Bowery), Manhattan. Admission is free. Excerpts of eight plays will be presented. Seven will be staged readings and one will be fully acted.

Lamb To A Lion Productions, a rapidly growing theatrical production company is creating a strong impression with its first project, 'Love, Life & Redemption'. Written, directed and produced by Setor Attipoe, 'Love, Life & Redemption has been described as 'undeniably engaging and heartfelt' by newspapers. The show started at an experimental off-Broadway playhouse and one year later, Lamb To A Lion Productions launched a successful national collegiate tour. With ten University performances under its belt and more dates lined up, 'Love, Life & Redemption' is creating a strong cultural brand. The show is becoming recognized as an especially good fit for Black History Month and Women's History Month.

Theater for the New City presents 'STAY OVER' by Matt Morillo and Maria Micheles, Directed by Matt Morillo. 'STAY OVER' is a dark sex comedy of a couple trying to reconcile after infidelity teaches an important lesson: if you're trying to kiss and make up on a snowy night, don't answer the door buzzer.

The critically acclaimed production of Cyrano de Bergerac, Edmond Rostand's 1897 romantic classic with a translation and adaptation by Anthony Burgess, was recorded live on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 for PBS 'Great Performances.' It's now going to be made available on DVD on January 6, 2009. It will also be seen on PBS stations beginning January 7th, 2009 from 8-10:30pm.

The critically acclaimed production of Cyrano de Bergerac, Edmond Rostand's 1897 romantic classic with a translation and adaptation by Anthony Burgess, was recorded live on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 PBS 'Great Performances.' It's now going to be made available on DVD on January 6, 2009. It's currently available for pre-order on Amazon.com and elsewhere.

The critically acclaimed production of Cyrano de Bergerac, Edmond Rostand's 1897 romantic classic with a translation and adaptation by Anthony Burgess, was recorded live on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 for PBS 'Great Performances.' It's now going to be made available on DVD on January 6, 2009. It will also be seen on PBS stations beginning January 7th, 2009 from 8-10:30pm.

Theater for the New City presents 'STAY OVER' by Matt Morillo and Maria Micheles, Directed by Matt Morillo. 'STAY OVER' is a dark sex comedy of a couple trying to reconcile after infidelity teaches an important lesson: if you're trying to kiss and make up on a snowy night, don't answer the door buzzer.

Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is proud to announce John Goodman (Pozzo) and David Strathairn (Lucky) will join Bill Irwin (Vladimir) and Nathan Lane (Estragon) in a new Broadway production of Waiting for Godot by Samuel Beckett and directed by Tony? award winner Anthony Page.

The critically acclaimed production of Cyrano de Bergerac, Edmond Rostand's 1897 romantic classic with a translation and adaptation by Anthony Burgess, was recorded live on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 PBS 'Great Performances.' It's now going to be made available on DVD on January 6, 2009. It's currently available for pre-order on Amazon.com and elsewhere.

On Monday, December 1, 2008, Be.the.Change (Uganda) presents The 3rd Annual YULEGANDA BALL at Revel at 8:00 PM. The special evening includes a raffle, drink specials, presentations on Be.the.Change, and exclusive performances by Patina Renea Miller (Hair), Nick Adams (A Chorus Line), Matt Gould (composer of Twilight in Mangchego), among others.

On Monday, December 1, 2008, Be.the.Change (Uganda) presents The 3rd Annual YULEGANDA BALL at Revel at 8:00 PM. The special evening includes a raffle, drink specials, presentations on Be.the.Change, and exclusive performances by Patina Renea Miller (Hair), Nick Adams (A Chorus Line), Matt Gould (composer of Twilight in Mangchego), among others.