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The New Group presents Russian Transport, written by Erika Sheffer, in a world premiere limited engagement January 17 - March 10, 2012. Directed by Scott Elliott, the production features Janeane Garofalo, Daniel Oreskes, Morgan Spector, Sarah Steele and Raviv Ullman. Official Opening Night is Monday, January 30 at The New Group @ Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street).

Three U.S. comedians of South Asian ancestry are heading to India for a 7-city tour in January, by invitation of the U.S. Department of State, as part of a goodwill program to promote better relations among diverse countries and religious faiths.

The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Chairman Rocco Landesman today announced that the agency will award 863 grants to organizations and individual writers across the country.

The New Group proudly announces casting for the second show in the company's 2011-2012 Season: Russian Transport, written by Erika Sheffer. Directed by Scott Elliott, the production will feature Janeane Garofalo, Daniel Oreskes, Morgan Spector, Sarah Steele and Raviv Ullman. Performances slated to begin January 17 at The New Group @ Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street). Official Opening Night is set for Monday, January 30.

Comedian, film and TV star Janeane Garofalo has just joined the New Group's production of Russian Transport by Erika Sheffer, directed by Scott Elliott. The production's run begins on January 17, 2012 at the Acorn Theater, with tickets on sale December 5th.

Having commissioned the world's first Mariachi opera and premiered the work to great acclaim last season, Houston Grand Opera crosses the Atlantic with its pioneering creation for season-opening performances September 23-27 at the illustrious Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris.

The Theatre Lab's production of Ragtime, with book by Terrence McNally, music Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, will open August 11.

San Francisco director/producer Marc Smolowitz presents his new film The Power Of Two on Sat. Sept. 10, 2011 for two screenings at the Castro Theatre - 429 Castro St. in SF 94114. There is a 2:00 pm screening which includes film and Q & A with featured interview subjects The Stenzel Twins - Ana Stenzel and Isa Stenzel Byrnes, and Anna Modlin, and director/producer Marc Smolowitz.

The Theatre Lab's production of Ragtime, with book by Terrence McNally, music Stephen Flaherty and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, will open August 11.

According to the Boston Globe, Tony nominee Lily Rabe will star in the New Group premiere of her father, David Rabe's new play- An Early History of Fire. The off-Broadway production will be directed by Jo Bonney and will run in thir 2011-12 season.

The Jewish Museum's popular SummerNights program returns, presenting live world music in a concert setting on five Thursdays in July and August beginning on July 7. The July 7 and July 14 concerts are sold out. Tickets are available for the other concerts in the series.

SCHEDULE OF EXHIBITIONS: 2011-2012 The information below is subject to change.

The Jewish Museum's popular SummerNights program returns, presenting live world music in a concert setting on five Thursdays in July and August beginning on July 7. The July 7 and July 14 concerts are sold out. Tickets are available for the other concerts in the series.

Off-Broadway's The New Group proudly announces the productions slated for its 2011-2012 season.

On Monday evening, June 6, THE INTERFAITH CENTER OF NEW YORK will continue its annual tradition of honoring individuals at The Center's Ninth Annual JAMES PARKS MORTON INTERFAITH AWARDS DINNER.

On Monday evening, June 6, THE INTERFAITH CENTER OF NEW YORK will continue its annual tradition of honoring individuals at The Center's Ninth Annual JAMES PARKS MORTON INTERFAITH AWARDS DINNER.

The Jewish Museum's popular SummerNights program returns, presenting live world music in a concert setting on five Thursdays in July and August.

Asolo Repertory Theatre is thrilled to introduce Florida audiences to Las Meninas, by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage.