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San Diego Rep Presents BOOM, Begins 1/9/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 11, 2009


Celebrate the beginning of a new year and the end of the world as we know it - as SAN DIEGO REPERTORY THEATRE presents boom.

Beth Fowler, Noah Racey Set For Irish Rep's EARNEST IN LOVE
by BWW News Desk - Dec 10, 2009


Broadway's Beth Fowler (THE BOY FROM OZ, SWEENEY TODD, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST) and Noah Racey (CURTAINS, NEVER GONNA DANCE) set for The Irish Repertory Theatre's upcoming revival of 'Ernest in Love,' a musical adaptation of Oscar Wilde's 'The Importance of Being Ernest'

San Diego REPertory Theatre Presents BOOM 1/9-31/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 9, 2009


Celebrate the beginning of a new year and the end of the world as we know it - as SAN DIEGO REPERTORY THEATRE presents boom.

REDCAT Hosts An Evening With Marc Cooper 12/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 4, 2009


REDCAT (the Roy and Edna Disney/CalArts Theater) and the CalArts graduate Aesthetics and Politics Program co-present, as part of the REDCAT conversation series, Marc Cooper with Norman M. Klein and Martín Plot on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at 8:30pm.

McNall, Cuskern, Boyer & More Lead The Pearl Theatre's MISALLIANCE, Opens 12/4
by BWW News Desk - Dec 4, 2009


The Pearl Theatre Company has announced the casting for their upcoming production of George Bernard Shaw's MISALLIANCE. The cast will include company members Steven Boyer (Bentley Summerhays), Robin Leslie Brown (Mrs. Tarleton), Michael Brusasco (Joey Percival), Bradford Cover (Johnny Tarleton), Dominic Cuskern (Lord Summerhays), Dan Daily (Mr. Tarleton), Sean McNall (Gunner), Erika Rolfsrud (Lina Szczepanowska), Lee Stark (Hypatia Tarleton). Performances for MISALLIANCE will begin December 4th with a scheduled opening of December 13th.

Beth Fowler, Noah Racey Set For Irish Rep's EARNEST IN LOVE
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 17, 2009


Broadway's Beth Fowler (THE BOY FROM OZ, SWEENEY TODD, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST) and Noah Racey (CURTAINS, NEVER GONNA DANCE) set for The Irish Repertory Theatre's upcoming revival of 'Ernest in Love,' a musical adaptation of Oscar Wilde's 'The Importance of Being Ernest'

McNall, Cuskern, Boyer & More Lead The Pearl Theatre's MISALLIANCE, Opens 12/4
by Jeff Dennhardt - Nov 9, 2009


The Pearl Theatre Company has announced the casting for their upcoming production of George Bernard Shaw's MISALLIANCE. The cast will include company members Steven Boyer (Bentley Summerhays), Robin Leslie Brown (Mrs. Tarleton), Michael Brusasco (Joey Percival), Bradford Cover (Johnny Tarleton), Dominic Cuskern (Lord Summerhays), Dan Daily (Mr. Tarleton), Sean McNall (Gunner), Erika Rolfsrud (Lina Szczepanowska), Lee Stark (Hypatia Tarleton). Performances for MISALLIANCE will begin December 4th with a scheduled opening of December 13th.

Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival Announces 2010 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 27, 2009


Artistic excellence and audience enthusiasm created a record-breaking season for The Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival this past summer and position the company for continued growth in 2010.

Mint Theater Extends IS LIFE WORTH LIVING Through 10/18
by BWW News Desk - Oct 18, 2009


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-wining Mint Theater Company today announced their first play of the 2009-2010 season, their acclaimed revival of Lennox Robinson's Is Life Worth Living? starring Jordan Baker and Kevin Kilner, would be extended for one additional week to accommodate demand, through October 18th.

NATHAN THE WISE Receives American Premiere, Starring Strathairn, At People's Light 9/16-10/11
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2009


People's Light & Theatre Company kicks off their 35th Anniversary Season with the American Premiere of NATHAN THE WISE translated by Edward Kemp from the play by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. NATHAN THE WISE runs from September 16 - October 11, 2009, on the Main Stage. Artistic Director Abigail Adams directs. People's Light & Theatre is located at 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern.

Greenspan, Collins, Pine and More Join Manhattan Theatre Club's THE ROYAL FAMILY, Previews 9/15, Opening 10/8
by BWW News Desk - Oct 8, 2009


Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) are pleased to announce additional casting for Manhattan Theatre Club's upcoming Broadway production of THE ROYAL FAMILY by George S. Kaufman and Edna Ferber featuring direction by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes (Mauritius, Doubt).

Mint Theater Extends IS LIFE WORTH LIVING Through 10/18
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 23, 2009


The Drama Desk and Obie Award-wining Mint Theater Company today announced their first play of the 2009-2010 season, their acclaimed revival of Lennox Robinson's Is Life Worth Living? starring Jordan Baker and Kevin Kilner, would be extended for one additional week to accommodate demand, through October 18th.

New York City Center Announces Their 2009-10 Season Beginning 9/22 With FALL FOR DANCE FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2009


New York City Center's 2009-10 season begins on September 22 with the sixth annual Fall for Dance Festival, featuring 20 companies in 10 nights of dance for only $10 per ticket. The season also includes the third season of acclaimed choreographer Christopher Wheeldon's dance company Morphoses/The Wheeldon Company and premieres by resident companies Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and the Paul Taylor Dance Company.

NATHAN THE WISE Receives American Premiere, Starring Strathairn, At People's Light 9/16-10/11
by BWW News Desk - Sep 16, 2009


People's Light & Theatre Company kicks off their 35th Anniversary Season with the American Premiere of NATHAN THE WISE translated by Edward Kemp from the play by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. NATHAN THE WISE runs from September 16 - October 11, 2009, on the Main Stage. Artistic Director Abigail Adams directs. People's Light & Theatre is located at 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern.

Greenspan, Collins, Pine and More Join Manhattan Theatre Club's THE ROYAL FAMILY, Previews 9/15, Opening 10/8
by BWW News Desk - Sep 15, 2009


Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) are pleased to announce additional casting for Manhattan Theatre Club's upcoming Broadway production of THE ROYAL FAMILY by George S. Kaufman and Edna Ferber featuring direction by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes (Mauritius, Doubt).

San Diego Repertory Theatre Announces FInal Dates and Casting for 2009-2010 Season
by Yosi Merves - Aug 27, 2009


San Diego Repertory Theatre Announces Final Dates And Casting For The 2009-2010 Season: LONG STORY SHORT October 3 - November 1, 2009; THE SEAFARER - November 14 - December 13, 2009; boom - January 9 - 31, 2010; CULTURE CLASH IN AMERICCA - February 18 - March 7, 2010; A WEEKEND WITH PABLO PICASSO - March 21 - April 11, 2010; THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (abridged) - June 11-20, 2010; and THE 17th ANNUAL LIPINSKY FAMILY SAN DIEGO JEWISH ARTS FESTIVAL - June 1 - 22, 2010

The Off-Broadway League Presents New Shows Of Fall 2009 Off-Broadway Season
by Charlie Piane - Aug 21, 2009


The Off-Broadway League, the official trade organization for Off-Broadway theatres, producers and productions, is proud to highlight its member shows for the upcoming Fall 2009 season in the vibrant diverse landscape of Off-Broadway theatre.

Tickets On Sale 8/14 For MTC's THE ROYAL FAMILY Starring Gasteyer, Harris, Roberts & More
by Charlie Piane - Aug 14, 2009


Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) are pleased to announce additional casting for Manhattan Theatre Club's upcoming Broadway production of THE ROYAL FAMILY by George S. Kaufman and Edna Ferber featuring direction by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes (Mauritius, Doubt).

Greenspan, Collins, Pine and More Join Manhattan Theatre Club's THE ROYAL FAMILY, Previews 9/15, Opening 10/8
by Charlie Piane - Aug 11, 2009


Lynne Meadow (Artistic Director) and Barry Grove (Executive Producer) are pleased to announce additional casting for Manhattan Theatre Club's upcoming Broadway production of THE ROYAL FAMILY by George S. Kaufman and Edna Ferber featuring direction by Tony Award winner Doug Hughes (Mauritius, Doubt).

NATHAN THE WISE Receives American Premiere, Starring Strathairn, At People's Light 9/16-10/11
by Charlie Piane - Aug 7, 2009


People's Light & Theatre Company kicks off their 35th Anniversary Season with the American Premiere of NATHAN THE WISE translated by Edward Kemp from the play by Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. NATHAN THE WISE runs from September 16 - October 11, 2009, on the Main Stage. Artistic Director Abigail Adams directs. People's Light & Theatre is located at 39 Conestoga Road, Malvern.

TANGUERA - THE TANGO MUSICAL, MORPHOSES/THE WHEELDON COMPANY, And ENCORES! GIRL CRAZY Among New York City Center's 2009/10 Season
by Reynard Loki - Jul 27, 2009


New York City Center?s 2009-10 season begins on September 22 with the sixth annual Fall for Dance Festival, featuring 20 companies in 10 nights of dance for only $10 per ticket. The season also includes the third season of acclaimed choreographer Christopher Wheeldon?s dance company Morphoses/The Wheeldon Company and premieres by resident companies Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and the Paul Taylor Dance Company. The New York Flamenco Festival will celebrate its 10 anniversary year with mesmerizing performances with renowned dancers and musicians direct from Andalusia, Spain, and visiting companies will include the U.S. debut of Corella Ballet Castilla Y León, choreographer Angel Corella?s acclaimed company, based in Spain; Tanguera ?The Tango Musical; and Companhia de Dança Deborah Colker.

New York City Center Announces Their 2009-10 Season Beginning 9/22 With FALL FOR DANCE FESTIVAL
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 24, 2009


New York City Center's 2009-10 season begins on September 22 with the sixth annual Fall for Dance Festival, featuring 20 companies in 10 nights of dance for only $10 per ticket. The season also includes the third season of acclaimed choreographer Christopher Wheeldon's dance company Morphoses/The Wheeldon Company and premieres by resident companies Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and the Paul Taylor Dance Company.

RICHARD III, NOISES OFF And AWAKE AND SING! Among ANW's Fall/Spring 2010 Season
by Reynard Loki - Jul 22, 2009


A Noise Within (ANW) -- the acclaimed classical repertory theatre company hailed by critics as 'adventurous,' 'compelling and current,' 'ingenuity at work,' 'a bona fide class act,' and 'what great theatre is all about' -- continues its trajectory in the 2009-10 season with a slate of six masterworks about individuals who forge their own destinies, much like ANW itself, which takes a momentous step on its journey to a permanent home with a Fall '09 groundbreaking for its Pasadena theatre. The 18th Season, titled 'On the Wings of Fate!', marks the company's last in its current Glendale location before the move in Fall '10 to its spacious new venue. The Fall 2009 line-up opens October 3 with Shakespeare's Richard III, followed by a new adaptation of Dostoyevsky's Crime and Punishment and Michael Frayn's Noises Off. The Spring 2010 offerings are Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, Clifford Odets' Awake and Sing! and John Millington Synge's The Playboy of the Western World. The company also reprises for the third consecutive year its critically acclaimed and popular production of Beckett's Waiting for Godot for 10 performances in January 2010.

Pearl Theatre Company Announces 09/10 Season And Moving Sale
by Ali Leskowitz - Jul 15, 2009


The Pearl is thrilled to announce its 2009/2010 Season, which will be produced for the first time at NEW YORK CITY CENTER STAGE II. Sign up now for the BEST seats at the BEST price! As a subscriber you can see our entire season for as little as $100. Call 212.598.9802.

Martha Plimpton To Guest Star On ABC's 'Grey's Anatomy'
by Eddie Varley - Jul 15, 2009


The Hollywood Reporter has revealed the news that Three-time Tony Award nominee Martha Plimpton has been cast in a multi-episode role on Grey's Anatomy. Beginning with the season premiere of the show, Plimpton will appear as the mother of a young patient.

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