Vineyard Presents Paula Vogel Award To Rajiv Joseph
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2008
Vineyard Theatre presents its 2008 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award to emerging playwright Rajiv Joseph, whose works include ANIMALS OUT OF PAPER and HUCK AND HOLDEN, it has been announced today by Vineyard Theatre's Artistic Director Douglas Aibel and Associate Artistic Director Sarah Stern.
Lucille Lortel Award Nominees Announced
by BWW News Desk - Mar 31, 2008
THE LEAGUE OF OFF-BROADWAY THEATRES AND PRODUCERS today announced the nominations for THE 23rd ANNUAL LUCILLE LORTEL AWARDS FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT OFF-BROADWAY, which will be presented on Monday, May 5th at the Union Square Theatre (100 East 17th Street).
The Resurgence of Paper Mill: From the Perfect Storm to the Perfect Formula
by Eugene Lovendusky - Mar 8, 2008
Paper Mill Playhouse, the 70-year-old regional theater in Millburn, New Jersey nearly closed its doors a year ago due to a financial crisis. Today, Paper Mill Playhouse is making a come-back as incredible as the New York Giants in the recent Super Bowl. Although the theatre still needs additional contributed support, Paper Mill Playhouse is seeing an all-around resurgence.
Photo Coverage: 'Paradise Park' Opening Night
by Peter James Zielinski - Mar 3, 2008
Signature Theatre Company presents the world premiere of Paradise Park by 2007-2008 Playwright-in-Residence Charles Mee, which officially opened on Sunday, March 2.
Photo Flash: 'Paradise Park' Opens March 2
by BWW - Feb 28, 2008
Signature Theatre Company presents the world premiere of Paradise Park by 2007-2008 Playwright-in-Residence Charles Mee; officially opening Sunday March 2.
MTC & Ars Nova Premiere Flahive's 'From Up Here,' Begins 3/27
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2007
Manhattan Theatre Club will present the world premiere of From Up Here, Liz Flahive's new American play. This production is presented in association with Ars Nova. The production, to be directed by Leigh Silverman, will begin previews Thursday, March 27 for a Wednesday, April 16 opening at New York City Center - Stage I
Coen's 'Almost An Evening' Opens at Atlantic Theater Jan.22
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2007
Atlantic Theater Company is proud to announce the world premiere production of Academy Award-winning film maker Ethan Coen's Almost An Evening, directed by Atlantic artistic director Neil Pepe and featuring F. Murray Abraham, Jonathan Cake, J.R. Horne, Jordan Lage , Mark Linn-Baker, Elizabeth Marvel, Mary McCann, Del Pentecost and Joey Slotnick.
STRIKE OVER! Everything You Need to Know!
by Eugene Lovendusky - Nov 29, 2007
THE BROADWAY STAGEHANDS STRIKE OF 2007 HAS OFFICIALLY COME TO AN END! BroadwayWorld offers the most comprehensive information to guide theatre-fans through the mayhem of rescheduled events and ticket information.
Allen Directs African-American 'Cat on a Hot Tin Roof' 2008
by BWW News Desk - Nov 9, 2007
The previously announced Broadway run of the African- American production of Tennessee Williams' Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, directed by Debbie Allen, will hit Broadwawy beginning the week of February 11, 2008 at Broadway's Broadhurst Theatre.
Photo Coverage: 'Things We Want' Opening Night
by Peter James Zielinski - Nov 8, 2007
The New Group's world premiere of Things We Want by Jonathan Marc Sherman officially opened Wednesday, November 7 at 7PM, directed by Ethan Hawke. Kicking off The New Group's 2007-2008 season, the production features Paul Dano, Peter Dinklage, Josh Hamilton and Zoe Kazan. This limited Off-Broadway engagement plays through December 15 at The New Group at Theatre Row
Photo Flash: 'Things We Want' Opens Nov.7
by BWW - Nov 6, 2007
The New Group's world premiere of Things We Want by Jonathan Marc Sherman officially opens Wednesday, November 7 at 7PM, directed by Ethan Hawke. Kicking off The New Group's 2007-2008 season, the production features Paul Dano, Peter Dinklage, Josh Hamilton and Zoe Kazan. This limited Off-Broadway engagement will play through December 15
Photo Flash: 'Masked' Celebrates 100th Performance
by BWW - Oct 22, 2007
Masked, currently playing at The DR2 Theatre (103 E. 15th Street), celebrated its 100th performance on Saturday. The company of Masked marked this occasion with a celebration following the October 20 evening performance at The DR2 Theatre lobby.
'The Brothers Size' Makes Public Theatre World Premiere
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2007
The Public Theater will continue its fall season with the world premiere of Tarell Alvin McCraney's new play The Brothers Size, directed by Tea Alagic, and produced in association with The Foundry Theatre who brought The Brothers Size to The Public's 2007 Under the Radar Festival earlier this year where it was the breakout hit of the festival. It will have a full production at The Public Theater October 23 to December 23 with an official press opening on Tuesday, November 6 at 7 PM.
Stage Door Chicago: Whistling with Bill Kenwright
by Michael J. Roberts - Sep 27, 2007
Legendary theatrical impresario Bill Kenwright takes time out of his busy schedule to discuss his new US production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's Whistle Down The Wind which he has masterfully directed as well as serving as the producer.
NYC Offers 'Albee Season' Abraham Set for One-Acts
by BWW News Desk - Aug 24, 2007
Four major productions of work by playwright Edward Albee - who celebrates his 80th birthday on March 12, 2008 - will be presented in and around New York during the 2007-08 season
Finley, Etc. Set for 'Happy Days' Musical at Paper Mill
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2007
Paper Mill Playhouse has announced its mainstage production of Happy Days: A New Musical, based on the hit Paramount Pictures television series created by Garry Marshall who also wrote the book, with music and lyrics by Oscar, Grammy and Golden Globe-winning Hall of Fame songwriter Paul Williams
A Catered Affair to Play the Kerr; Finds Creative Team
by BWW News Desk - Aug 6, 2007
Jujamcyn Theaters has announced that this season's Broadway production of A Catered Affair, the new musical with book by four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein, score by John Bucchino and directed by Tony Award-winner John Doyle will play the Walter Kerr Theatre
Shepard, Hwang, Rea, 'Hair,' Etc. Part of New Public Season
by BWW News Desk - Jul 30, 2007
The Public Theater's Artistic Director Oskar Eustis and Executive Director Mara Manus announced today the lineup for its 2007-08 season: seven exciting new productions that will mark the return of three of The Public's most-produced playwrights and introduce several emerging new voices to Public Theater audiences.