The Slug Bearers of Kayrol Island (or the Friends of Dr. Rushower) 2008

Opened: February 11, 2008
Closing: March 16, 2008

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Bobby Steggert Shares Essay on Why He Left Acting Career
by Stephi Wild - Jul 11, 2018


Bobby Steggert has shared a personal essay on why he left his acting career to pursue a master's degree in social work. The piece, titled 'An Open Letter to the Artist,' was written for the digital platform Medium.

Trip Cullman Directs PTERODACTYLS Reading at Vineyard Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Dec 10, 2012


Vineyard Theatre continues its series of one-night-only readings of notable plays from its acclaimed history in celebration of the company's 30th Anniversary with Nicky Silver's award winning 1993 hit PTERODACTYLS, directed by Trip Cullman. An absurdist black comedy about the demise of the Duncan family, and, by extension, the species, PTERODACTYLS will feature Emmy Award-winner Penny Fuller (THE DINNER PARTY, APPLAUSE) as Duncan family matriarch, Grace; Tony-nominee Bobby Steggert (RAGTIME) as son, Todd; Virginia Kull (THE HEIRESS) as daughter, Emma; and Claybourne Elder (BONNIE & CLYDE) as Emma's fiance Tommy (the role of family patriarch, Arthur, is TBD).

Trip Cullman to Direct PTERODACTYLS Reading at Vineyard Theatre, 12/10
by BWW News Desk - Dec 3, 2012


Vineyard Theatre continues its series of one-night-only readings of notable plays from its acclaimed history in celebration of the company's 30th Anniversary with Nicky Silver's award winning 1993 hit PTERODACTYLS, directed by Trip Cullman. An absurdist black comedy about the demise of the Duncan family, and, by extension, the species, PTERODACTYLS will feature Emmy Award-winner Penny Fuller (THE DINNER PARTY, APPLAUSE) as Duncan family matriarch, Grace; Tony-nominee Bobby Steggert (RAGTIME) as son, Todd; Virginia Kull (THE HEIRESS) as daughter, Emma; and Claybourne Elder (BONNIE & CLYDE) as Emma's fiance Tommy (the role of family patriarch, Arthur, is TBD).

Bobby Steggert, Claybourne Elder, Penny Fuller to Lead PTERODACTYLS Reading at Vineyard Theatre, 12/10
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 3, 2012


Vineyard Theatre continues its series of one-night-only readings of notable plays from its acclaimed history in celebration of the company's 30th Anniversary with Nicky Silver's award winning 1993 hit PTERODACTYLS. An absurdist black comedy about the demise of the Duncan family, and, by extension, the species, PTERODACTYLS will feature Emmy Award-winner Penny Fuller (THE DINNER PARTY, APPLAUSE) as Duncan family matriarch, Grace; Tony-nominee Bobby Steggert (RAGTIME) as son, Todd; Virginia Kull (THE HEIRESS) as daughter, Emma; and Claybourne Elder (BONNIE & CLYDE) as Emma's fiance Tommy (the role of family patriarch, Arthur, is TBD). PTERODACTYLS will be performed on Monday, December 10, 2012 at 7 PM at The Vineyard (108 E. 15 St., between Irving Place and Union Square East). Tickets are priced at $75 (which includes a pre-show toast in The Vineyard lobby) and are available by calling The Vineyard box office at 212-353-0303, or online at www.vineyardtheatre.org. Proceeds from the reading will benefit The Vineyard's 2012-2013 productions and programs.

TARGET FREE THURSDAYS Line-up Announced for David Rubenstein Atrium
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2011


Fall and Winter 2011-2012 schedule of concerts, Music-Theater and Spoken Word Announced for Target Free Thursdays.

TARGET FREE THURSDAYS Line-up Announced for David Rubenstein Atrium
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 25, 2011


Fall and Winter 2011-2012 schedule of concerts, Music-Theater and Spoken Word Announced for Target Free Thursdays.

Yale Rep Presents WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE Through 10/9
by BWW News Desk - Oct 9, 2010


YALE REPERTORY THEATRE (James Bundy, Artistic Director; Victoria Nolan, Managing Director) presents the world premiere of WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE, September 17-October 9, at the University Theatre (222 York Street).

Yale Rep Presents WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE 9/17-10/9
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2010


YALE REPERTORY THEATRE (James Bundy, Artistic Director; Victoria Nolan, Managing Director) presents the world premiere of WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE, September 17-October 9, at the University Theatre (222 York Street).

Yale Rep Presents WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE 9/17-10/9
by BWW News Desk - Sep 17, 2010


YALE REPERTORY THEATRE (James Bundy, Artistic Director; Victoria Nolan, Managing Director) presents the world premiere of WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE, September 17-October 9, at the University Theatre (222 York Street).

Yale Rep Presents WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE 9/17-10/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 31, 2010


YALE REPERTORY THEATRE (James Bundy, Artistic Director; Victoria Nolan, Managing Director) presents the world premiere of WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE, September 17-October 9, at the University Theatre (222 York Street).

Yale Rep Presents WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE 9/17-10/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 16, 2010


YALE REPERTORY THEATRE (James Bundy, Artistic Director; Victoria Nolan, Managing Director) presents the world premiere of WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLE, September 17-October 9, at the University Theatre (222 York Street).

Photo Coverage: 2008 LORTEL AWARDS Stage Presentation
by Walter McBride - May 8, 2008


The League of Off-Broadway Theatres and Producers presented the 23rd Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway on Monday night, May 5, 2008.

Photo Coverage: 2008 Lucille Lortel Awards
by Walter McBride - May 8, 2008


The League of Off-Broadway Theatres and Producers presented the 23rd Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway on Monday night, May 5, 2008.

2007-8 Lortel Award Winners Announced
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2008


The League of Off-Broadway Theatres and Producers presented the 23rd Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway on Monday night, May 5, 2008 at the Union Square Theatre.

Vineyard Presents Paula Vogel Award To Rajiv Joseph
by BWW News Desk - Apr 1, 2008


Vineyard Theatre presents its 2008 Paula Vogel Playwriting Award to emerging playwright Rajiv Joseph, whose works include ANIMALS OUT OF PAPER and HUCK AND HOLDEN, it has been announced today by Vineyard Theatre's Artistic Director Douglas Aibel and Associate Artistic Director Sarah Stern.

Lucille Lortel Award Nominees Announced
by BWW News Desk - Mar 31, 2008


THE LEAGUE OF OFF-BROADWAY THEATRES AND PRODUCERS today announced the nominations for THE 23rd ANNUAL LUCILLE LORTEL AWARDS FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT OFF-BROADWAY, which will be presented on Monday, May 5th at the Union Square Theatre (100 East 17th Street).

The Slug Bearers of Kayrol Island (or the Friends of Dr. Rushower) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Slug Bearers of Kayrol Island (or the Friends of Dr. Rushower) have there been?
The Slug Bearers of Kayrol Island (or the Friends of Dr. Rushower) has had 1 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 2008.
What awards has The Slug Bearers of Kayrol Island (or the Friends of Dr. Rushower) been nominated for?
The Slug Bearers of Kayrol Island (or the Friends of Dr. Rushower) has been nominated for several awards. It received nominations for Outstanding Book of a Musical, Outstanding Director of a Musical, Outstanding Lyrics, Outstanding Music, Outstanding Musical, Outstanding Projection and Video Design, Drawings Design, Set & Projection Design, Notable Effects - Projections, Outstanding Director, Outstanding Scenic Design, and Outstanding Scenic Design. The nominations were from various award organizations such as the Drama Desk Awards, Obie Awards, The Hewes Awards, and The Lortels.
What awards has The Slug Bearers of Kayrol Island (or the Friends of Dr. Rushower) won?
The Slug Bearers of Kayrol Island (or the Friends of Dr. Rushower) has won several awards, including the following: - Drama Desk Awards: - Jim Findlay won for Outstanding Book of a Musical. - Ben Katchor won for Outstanding Lyrics. - Bob McGrath won for Outstanding Director of a Musical. - Mark Mulcahy won for Outstanding Music. - The Slug Bearers of Kayrol Island won for Outstanding Musical. - Jeff Sugg won for Outstanding Projection and Video Design. - Obie Awards: - John Findlay won for Design Set & Projection. - Ben Katchor won for Drawings Design. - Jeff Sugg won for Set & Projection Design. - The Hewes Awards: - Jim Findlay won for Notable Effects - Projections. - Jeff Sugg won for Notable Effects - Projections. - The Lortels: - Bob McGrath won for Outstanding Director. - Vineyard Theatre won for Outstanding Musical. - Jim Findlay won for Outstanding Scenic Design. - Jeff Sugg won for Outstanding Scenic Design. These are the awards that The Slug Bearers of Kayrol Island (or the Friends of Dr. Rushower) has won or been nominated for.

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