Castillo Theatre's Presents FLOWERS BEHIND THE MOUNTAIN Tonight, 8/6
by BWW News Desk - Aug 6, 2012
The Castillo Theatre is presenting four winning scripts from the 2012 Mario Fratti-FrEd Newman Political Play Contest, selected from over 200 entries including submissions by playwrights from around the world. The plays are being directed by distinguished theatre professionals and will be presented on Mondays, beginning tonight, August 6 and continuing August 13, 20 and 27 at 7:00 p.m.
Castillo Theatre Announces Mario Fratti-Fred Newman Political Play Contest Winners
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2012
The Castillo Theatre is presenting four winning scripts from the 2012 Mario Fratti-Fred Newman Political Play Contest, selected from over 200 entries including submissions by playwrights from around the world. The plays are being directed by distinguished theatre professionals and will be presented on Mondays, August 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 7:00 p.m.
BWW Interviews: The Nutty Professor's ALLISON LITTLE Comes Home To Tackle THE NUTTY FIVE
by Jeffrey Ellis - Jul 18, 2012
We've been introducing the company's members to Nashville over the past several days and today it is Allison Little's turn to take on our five Nutty questions so that when you see her, you'll feel like you already know her. Or, if you actually do know her already, you can just puff out your chest and say, "I knew her when…"
GEOGRAPHY BY A HORSE DREAMER and More Set for Mary-Arrchie's 27th Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2012
Mary-Arrchie is not taking a vacation this summer. The group finishes its 26th Season with a new partnership with Illinois State University when it presents an energetic staging of Electra in a new adaptation by Sonja Moser in July. And Mary-Arrchie will be performing a special two-week extension of Jeff Nominated Superior Donuts at Metropolis Arts Center in Arlington Heights. Plus, the Abbie Hoffman Died for Our Sins Theatre Festival celebrates it's 24th year this August.
President Obama Speaks at Medal of Freedom Ceremony, Honoring Bob Dylan, Toni Morrison et al.
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2012
Today, May 29th, President Barack Obama awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The Medal of Freedom is our Nation's highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made especially meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors. The Medals were presented at the White House in an afternoon ceremony. What follows is a transcript of the president's remarks. To read more about each of this year's honorees, click here.
The Living Theatre's HISTORY OF THE WORLD Closes 2/25
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 21, 2012
The Living Theatre continues its 65th year with the world premiere of Judith Malina's THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD -- with performances to conclude at The Living Theatre (21 Clinton Street) on
Saturday, February 25. Judith Malina directs.
Gordon Lightfoot, Jim Steinman, Bob Seger, et al. to Be Inducted Into Songwriters Hall of Fame
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 21, 2012
Musical geniuses Gordon Lightfoot, Bob Seger, Don Schlitz, Harvey Schmidt & Tom Jones and Jim Steinman will become the newest members of the Songwriters Hall of Fame at the organization's 43rd Annual Induction and Awards Dinner. The star-studded event is slated for Thursday, June 14th at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. Additional special award honorees will be announced soon.
Living Theatre Presents THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD
by BWW
News Desk - Dec 31, 2011
The Living Theatre, the oldest experimental theatre group still producing in the United States, continues its 65th year with the world premiere of Judith Malina's THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD -- with performances to begin December 31, prior to its official press opening January 12 at The Living Theatre (21 Clinton Street).
The RRazz Room Hosts A 'Season of Giving'
by BWW
News Desk - Dec 31, 2011
Beginning Thursday, December 1 through Friday, December 30, The RRazz Room will celebrate its first annual 'Season of Giving,' a benefit to raise funds for San Francisco Bay Area nonprofits making a difference in our communities.
Season of Giving Kicks Off With Marlena Shaw At The Rrazz Room
by BWW
News Desk - Dec 30, 2011
Beginning Thursday, December 1 through Friday, December 30, The RRazz Room will celebrate its first annual 'Season of Giving,' a benefit to raise funds for San Francisco Bay Area nonprofits making a difference in our communities.
Living Theatre Presents THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 28, 2011
The Living Theatre, the oldest experimental theatre group still producing in the United States, continues its 65th year with the world premiere of Judith Malina's THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD -- with performances to begin December 31, prior to its official press opening January 12 at The Living Theatre (21 Clinton Street).
The RRazz Room Hosts A 'Season of Giving'
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 12, 2011
Beginning Thursday, December 1 through Friday, December 30, The RRazz Room will celebrate its first annual 'Season of Giving,' a benefit to raise funds for San Francisco Bay Area nonprofits making a difference in our communities.
Season of Giving Kicks Off With Marlena Shaw At The Rrazz Room
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 1, 2011
Beginning Thursday, December 1 through Friday, December 30, The RRazz Room will celebrate its first annual 'Season of Giving,' a benefit to raise funds for San Francisco Bay Area nonprofits making a difference in our communities.
Floanne Presents Edith Piaf Alive and Living in New York
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 14, 2011
The French actress and singer Floanne Ankah presents the New York premiere of 'Edith Piaf Alive and Living in New York' at the Metropolitan Room, 34 West 22nd Street, beginning Monday November 28 and playing once-monthly shows through March 17, 2012.