Bichir and Cochran to Star in Geffen's 'By the Waters of Babylon' by Schenkkan
by BWW News Desk - Oct 28, 2008
The Los Angeles premiere of Pulitzer Prize winner Robert Schenkkan's By the Waters of Babylon brings two award-winning, long-time theater actors to the Geffen stage for the first time: Demián Bichir and Shannon Cochran. Bichir, who is currently starring as Mary Louise-Parker's love interest on Showtime's Weeds, will play the role of Arturo, a Cuban immigrant who is hired to (coincidentally) weed the garden of unconventional Austin widow Catherine. Cochran, who will star as Catherine, is straight from Chicago where she starred in sold out performances of The Lion in Winter at the Writers Theatre.
Bichir and Cochran to Star in Geffen's 'By the Waters of Babylon' by Schenkkan
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 16, 2008
The Los Angeles premiere of Pulitzer Prize winner Robert Schenkkan's By the Waters of Babylon brings two award-winning, long-time theater actors to the Geffen stage for the first time: Demián Bichir and Shannon Cochran. Bichir, who is currently starring as Mary Louise-Parker's love interest on Showtime's Weeds, will play the role of Arturo, a Cuban immigrant who is hired to (coincidentally) weed the garden of unconventional Austin widow Catherine. Cochran, who will star as Catherine, is straight from Chicago where she starred in sold out performances of The Lion in Winter at the Writers Theatre.
Drew Lachey to Host 'Broadway on Broadway' 9/14
by BWW News Desk - Sep 14, 2008
Spamalot's Drew Lachey will host Broadway on Broadway 2008 on Sunday, September 14th at 11:30 a.m., it was announced today by The Broadway League and The Times Square Alliance.
'Broadway On Broadway' Sings Out with Host Drew Lachey in Times Square 9/14
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 14, 2008
Spamalot's Drew Lachey will host the 17th annual 'Broadway on Broadway' concert presented by Continental Airlines, to be held today Sunday, September 14th at 11:30 a.m in Times Square. The annual free outdoor concert brings together stars and performances from current and upcoming Broadway productions to celebrate the beginning of the Broadway season.
'Tribute to Sammy Cahn' at Wilshire 9/21
by Kristin Allard - Sep 5, 2008
The Wilshire Theatre Beverly Hills, 8440 Wilshire Boulevard; Beverly Hills, CA 90211, will open its doors to the general public on Sunday, September 21, 2008, after being closed for several months for completion of Phase I of the historic venue's Revitalization Project. Corky Hale Productions will present a star-studded musical event, entitled, 'It's Magic! A Tribute to Sammy Cahn' celebrating the life and lyrics of one of Hollywood's greatest Academy Awardâ-winning songwriters.
Drew Lachey to Host 'Broadway on Broadway' 9/14
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 25, 2008
Spamalot's Drew Lachey will host Broadway on Broadway 2008 on Sunday, September 14th at 11:30 a.m., it was announced today by The Broadway League and The Times Square Alliance.
FESTEN with Bryggman, Hayden, MacGraw and Margulies Begins Previews March 23 and Opens April 9 at Music Box Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Feb 9, 2006
Bill Kenwright and Marla Rubin announce that they will present the Almeida Theatre production of FESTEN, the hugely successful London play about a family with a dark secret, on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre (239 W. 45th St.), with performances beginning Thursday, March 23. Larry Bryggman, Michael Hayden, Ali MacGraw and Julianna Margulies have been cast in the Broadway production. Directed by Rufus Norris, in a dramatization by David Eldridge from the Danish 1998 film, FESTEN will have its official press opening on Sunday, April 9.
Full LENNON Cast Announced
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2005
Complete casting was announced today for the upcoming Broadway production of LENNON, the world premiere musical based on the life and songs of John Lennon. The cast includes Will Chase, Chuck Cooper, Julie Danao, Mandy Gonzalez, Marcy Harriell, Chad Kimball, Terrence Mann, Julia Murney, and Michael Potts.