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Feature: AFTERWARD: EDDIE, HARRY, and ISRAEL at White Theatre
by Alan Portner - May 16, 2023

EDDIE, the play, ends with the recognition of Israel by the United States.  A short, two- paragraph statement immediately conveyed the backing of the world’s wealthiest nation with the world’s most powerful military.  But that was not the end of the story either for Israel or for Eddie Jacobson.

Feature: EDDIE: THE FRIENDSHIP THAT CHANGED HISTORY at White Theatre
by Alan Portner - May 9, 2023

On the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the establishment of the State of Israel, a not commonly cited friendship, between President Harry S. Truman and a Kansas City friend may well have had an outsized influence on the success of the new tiny country.   That man was Eddie Jacobson, Truman’s close friend since 1905. Both Truman and Jacobson served in the same World War I artillery unit, became business partners, and remained lifelong friends.   

Items from Nancy and Frank Sinatra's Marriage Go to Auction Dec. 17
by Abigail Charpentier - Nov 19, 2019

Julien's Auctions, the world-record breaking auction house, announced PROPERTY FROM THE ESTATE OF MRS. NANCY SINATRA featuring a collection of fine art, furniture & decorative art, silver, jewelry and more owned by the legendary Hollywood couple, Frank and Nancy Sinatra Sr., during their marriage as well as items collected by Mrs. Sinatra over her long life. Over 650 lots, offered for the first time at auction, will be presented on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at Julien's Auctions Gallery in Beverly Hills and live online at juliensauctions.com. 

Review Roundup: THE GLASS MENAGERIE at Barrington Stage
by Alan Henry - Oct 10, 2018

BroadwayWorld has a first look at Barrington Stage Company's The Glass Menagerie, which is currently on stage through October 21 on the Boyd-Quinson Mainstage (30 Union Street). Check out photos of the cast in action below!

Finborough Theatre Announces January-March 2018 Season
by Stephi Wild - Nov 27, 2017

During 2018, the Finborough Theatre celebrates 150 years of the Finborough Theatre building with the FINBOROUGH150 series, an anniversary selection of the best plays from 1868. Our first season of 2018 features the first rediscovery from 1868 in the FINBOROUGH150 series, alongside five premieres of new writing three from brand new British and Irish writers in their formal professional debuts, and two multi-award-winning American playwrights with two hard-hitting and controversial new plays.

Judy Garland Costumes and More Up for Auction Today in Los Angeles
by Movies News Desk - Nov 17, 2017

Julien's Auctions, the world-record breaking auction house, has announced its highly anticipated event Icons & Idols: Hollywood AND MORE to take place today, November 17, 2017 at their pop up auction gallery 805 North La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, California and live online.

Property From The Collection Of Neil Young Takes The Stage At Julien's Auctions
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 2, 2017

Julien's Auctions has announced that Property from the COLLECTION of NEIL YOUNG will close out the world-record breaking auction house's 2017 season on December 9, 2017 in Los Angeles and live online

BWW Interview: Ron 'OJ' Parson And AC Smith of FENCES at Kansas City Repertory Theatre
by Alan Portner - Oct 10, 2017

Next up at Kansas City Repertory Theatre is a new production of August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize winning 1983 play 'Fences' at the KC Rep Copaken Theatre in downtown Kansas City with an exceptional cast. Directing 'Fences' is Ron OJ Parson Director/Resident Artist at Court Theatre of Chicago. AC Smith plays Troy Maxxson supported by Alfred Wilson as Troy's best friend and co-worker, Jim Bono.

BWW Review: DRIVING MISS DAISY at New Theatre Restaurant
by Alan Portner - Oct 6, 2017

A delightful evening of theater at New Theatre

Judy Garland Costumes and More Up for Auction in Los Angeles
by Movies News Desk - Sep 21, 2017

Julien's Auctions, the world-record breaking auction house, has announced its highly anticipated event Icons & Idols: Hollywood AND MORE to take place on November 17, 2017 at their pop up auction gallery 805 North La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, California and live online.

MoMI to Highlight Sam Fuller's War Movies in 'FILM IS LIKE A BATTLEGROUND'
by BWW News Desk - Sep 15, 2017

American director Samuel Fuller famously said 'A film is like a battleground,' in his cameo in Jean-Luc Godard's Pierrot Le Fou. 'There's love, hate, action, violence, death. In one word, emotion.'

MoMI to Highlight Sam Fuller's War Movies in 'FILM IS LIKE A BATTLEGROUND'
by Movies News Desk - Sep 1, 2017

American director Samuel Fuller famously said 'A film is like a battleground,' in his cameo in Jean-Luc Godard's Pierrot Le Fou. 'There's love, hate, action, violence, death. In one word, emotion.'

Professional Dancers Society to Honor Carol Channing at 2017 Gypsy Awards
by BWW News Desk - Apr 3, 2017

Legendary performer Carol Channing has been named the honoree for the Professional Dancers Society's (PDS) annual Gypsy Awards Luncheon, it was announced by PDS President, Mitzi Gaynor and PDS Board Chairman, Joni Berry.

The Drama Book Shop Enters its 100th Anniversary Year
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2017

The historic Drama Book Shop, located just steps from the heart of Times Square, has been an important part of the theatrical community for 99 years. Now, with the arrival of 2017, the historic book shop begins its 100th Anniversary Year.

BWW Review: GRAND NIGHT FOR SINGING at Quality Hill Playhouse
by Alan Portner - May 2, 2016

shares new life into Roberts & Hammerstein tunes

Pulitzer-Winning Play ALISON'S HOUSE Opens Tonight at Metropolitan Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Nov 20, 2015

The Obie Award-winning Metropolitan Playhouse offers the first uncut revival of Susan Glaspell's 1931 Pulitzer winning ALISON'S HOUSE since its debut. Directed by Artistic Director Alex Roe at the Playhouse (220 E 4th Street, New York City), the production runs now through December 13, 2015. Opening night is set for tonight, November 20.

Pulitzer-Winning Play ALISON'S HOUSE Begins Rare Revival at Metropolitan Playhouse Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2015

The Obie Award-winning Metropolitan Playhouse offers the first uncut revival of Susan Glaspell's 1931 Pulitzer winning ALISON'S HOUSE since its debut. Directed by Artistic Director Alex Roe at the Playhouse (220 E 4th Street, New York City), the production runs tonight, November 13 - December 13, 2015.

Pulitzer-Winning Play ALISON'S HOUSE Gets Rare Revival at Metropolitan Playhouse, 11/13-12/13
by BWW News Desk - Oct 16, 2015

The Obie Award-winning Metropolitan Playhouse offers the first uncut revival of Susan Glaspell's 1931 Pulitzer winning ALISON'S HOUSE since its debut. Directed by Artistic Director Alex Roe at the Playhouse (220 E 4th Street, New York City), the production runs November 13 - December 13, 2015.

Moving Image Presents 20-Film Retrospective THE ESSENTIAL JOHN FORD, Now thru 8/2
by Movies News Desk - Jul 3, 2015

Starting fittingly on July Fourth weekend, Museum of the Moving Image will present The Essential John Ford, a tribute to the consummate American filmmaker. Ford made his reputation on westerns, but worked in many genres, creating films of depth, beauty, and ambiguity. From today, July 3 through August 2, the Museum will present 20 movies directed by Ford-all on film, with some restored archival prints-including his masterpieces Young Mr. Lincoln, My Darling Clementine, The Searchers, and The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance.

Moving Image to Present 20-Film Retrospective THE ESSENTIAL JOHN FORD, 7/3-8/2
by Movies News Desk - Jun 22, 2015

Starting fittingly on July Fourth weekend, Museum of the Moving Image will present The Essential John Ford, a tribute to the consummate American filmmaker. Ford made his reputation on westerns, but worked in many genres, creating films of depth, beauty, and ambiguity. From July 3 through August 2, the Museum will present 20 movies directed by Ford-all on film, with some restored archival prints-including his masterpieces Young Mr. Lincoln, My Darling Clementine, The Searchers, and The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance.

Guest Conductor David Bernard Leads South Shore Symphony in Mozart Program Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2015

The acclaimed American conductor David Bernard will lead a classic program of Mozart with the South Shore Symphony Orchestra this evening, April 18, 2015, 8 pm at The Madison Theatre, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre, New York.

Guest Conductor David Bernard to Lead South Shore Symphony in Mozart Program, 4/18
by BWW News Desk - Apr 9, 2015

The acclaimed American conductor David Bernard will lead a classic program of Mozart with the South Shore Symphony Orchestra on Saturday evening, April 18, 2015, 8 pm at The Madison Theatre, 1000 Hempstead Ave., Rockville Centre, New York.

VENUS IN FUR Among Films Set for 2014 Tribeca Film Festival
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 6, 2014

The Tribeca Film Festival (TFF), presented by AT&T, today announced its feature film selections in the Spotlight, Midnight, and Special Screenings sections, as well as the selections for the Storyscapes program.

BWW Reviews: The Lady Sees Dead People in NIGHT WATCH at Theatre 40
by Shari Barrett - Feb 2, 2014

NIGHT WATCH is one of the best productions I have seen at Theatre 40, a brilliantly written script visualized and presented by a talented production team and cast who truly understand the material and what it takes to keep you at the edge of your seat, trying to figure out just who has done what to whom. There's an array of suspects with a twist ending worthy of O. Henry.

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