Coming Up This Week in Theatre - 12/5/2009

The Tank Presents 'New Works: Jessica Morgan:' Failure Is Physical - 12/5/2009

The Tank: home for emerging arts presents "New Works: Jessica Morgan" Friday, December 04, 2009; 9:30pm - $12 Saturday, December 05, 2009; 7:30pm - $12 Location: The Tank at 354 W. 45th Street, New York, NY 10036

Shane Bertram Baker Returns To The Stage In BIG BUPKIS At The Workmen's Circle - 12/5/2009

Shane Bertram Baker, unquestionably the biggest star in Yiddish vaudeville today, returns in his mega-hit sensation, "The Big Bupkis! A Complete Gentile's Guide to Yiddish Vaudeville" for the first open-run of a Yiddish-related show in twenty years.

MANSON: THE MUSICAL Makes NYC Premiere At The Kraine Theater - 12/5/2009

Just in time for the 40th anniversary of the Tate-LaBianca murders, EndTimes Productions present the long-awaited New York Premiere of MANSON: THE MUSICAL! A long-running 1990's cult hit in Chicago, this dark musical comedy about Charles Manson features music, book and lyrics developed through improv by the members of Annoyance Theater (including The Office's Kate Flannery).

Rasta Thomas, ballet heartthrob, Gold Medal winner and Broadway star of Twyla Tharp/Billy Joel's Movin' Out brings his dynamic new company Bad Boys of Dance to present Rock the Ballet at The Joyce Theater for an extended three-week season from December 15 - January 3.

Dash Ensemble Presents SUNDOWNING At The Joyce SoHo - 12/5/2009

The DASH Ensemble presents the World Premiere of Sundowning at Joyce SoHo, 155 Mercer (between Houston and Prince Streets), NYC from December 4-6, 2009. Tickets are $20 ($15 for students/seniors/DancePass) andare available at www.joyce.org or by phone at (212) 352-3101 or (866) 811-4111.

THE KLEZMER NUTCRAKER Returns To The Stage At Vital Theatre Co - 12/5/2009

VITAL THEATRE COMPANY is pleased to announce its family holiday offering, "THE KLEZMER NUTCRACKER." Based on the award-winning book The Golden Dreydl by ELLEN KUSHNER, the production features music by PETER ILLYICH TCHAIKOVSKY, arranged by MICHAEL McLAUGHLIN & David Harris and performed by THE SHIRIM KLEZMER ORCHESTRA, a book by ELLEN KUSHNER, direction by LINDA AMES KEY, and choreography by BETHANY WHITE

Dash Ensemble Presents SUNDOWNING At The Joyce SoHo - 12/5/2009

The DASH Ensemble presents the World Premiere of Sundowning at Joyce SoHo, 155 Mercer (between Houston and Prince Streets), NYC from December 4-6, 2009. Tickets are $20 ($15 for students/seniors/DancePass) andare available at www.joyce.org or by phone at (212) 352-3101 or (866) 811-4111.

Riverside Theatre Hosts 9 US/2NY Film Premieres During Annual African Diaspora Film Festival - 12/5/2009

The Riverside Theatre and ArtMattan Productions have teamed up to present an eclectic slate of award winning, thought provoking and entertaining films from Africa and the African Diaspora during the African Diaspora Film Festival, taking place from Thursday, December 3 to Saturday, December 5 at The Riverside Theatre, 91 Claremont Ave. (bet. 120th & 122nd St.), Morningside Heights.

Manhattan Movement & Arts Center Debuts KNICKERBOCKER SUITE - 12/5/2009

The Manhattan Movement & Arts Center today announced the debut of the Knickerbocker Suite, a new take on the classic Nutcracker story to be performed by the Manhattan Youth Ballet. The show launches at the Manhattan Movement & Arts Center on New York City's Upper West Side on Saturday, December 5th. Tickets are $25.

Theater Talk, a weekly expose of world theater, airs on PBS Friday nights (PBS/Thirteen) and 5 times weekly on CUNY TV. This week's shows will feature segments on Idiot Savant, Hamlet, Street Lights, The Royal Family, and more.

The Gallery Players Present MRS. BOB CRATCHIT'S WILD CHRISTMAS BINGE - 12/5/2009

The Gallery Players proudly presents the New York premiere of Christopher Durang's Mrs. Bob Cratchit's Wild Christmas Binge. Commissioned and originally produced by City Theatre Company in Pittsburgh, The Gallery Players' Mrs. Bob Cratchit's Wild Christmas Binge features Douglas Rees, originator of the role of Scrooge, and gets a limited engagement December 5-20th, 2009.

Blumenthal Performing Arts Centers Opens The Knight Theater, 12/5 - 12/5/2009

The Blumenthal Performing Arts Center cordially will host an open house for the new state-of-the-art Knight Theater. The official dedication ceremony will take place on December 5 at 10am followed by a variety of activities for all ages, including karaoke on stage and tours of the theater.

Broadway and small screen star Kristen Chenoweth will star in the upcoming Lifetime movie 12 Men of Christmas, based on the popular novel Decent Exposure by Phillipa Ashley. In this romantic comedy, a down-on-her-luck public relations executive uses her media savvy to generate some excitement in a small Montana town. The movie airs on Lifetime on Saturday, December 5.

Beginning tomorrow, December 5, The Celebrity SkiFest is returning to Deer Valley Resort, as the resort kicks off the winter season with the invitational event on December 5 and 6. For the event, olympic ski legends will be paired with television and film celebrities as they compete in giant slalom races on Birdseye run. The SkiFest is free to spectators, and the public can watch the races take place on Saturday at 1 p.m. and Sunday at 12 p.m.

Artivist Awards Honors

Stage and screen favorite Hank Azaria, will be honored with an Artivist Award along with fellow thespian Olivia Wilde (House) and producer Stephen Nemeth. The Artivist Awards are presented at the Artivist Film Festival, which, now it its 6th year, has screened 45 independent, narratives, documentaries, shorts, and experimental films from around the world. The awards recognize activist efforts of filmmakers, specifically in the areas of human rights, child advocacy, environmental preservation, and animal rights. Artivist Awards will take place at a ceremony on December 5 at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood.

A STEADY RAIN with

Producers Frederick Zollo, Michael G. Wilson, Barbara Broccoli, Raymond L. Gaspard, Frank Gero, Cheryl Wiesenfeld, Jeffrey Sine, Michael Rose and Robert Cole announced today that Daniel Craig and Hugh Jackman will star together on Broadway in A STEADY RAIN, a critically acclaimed two-character play by Keith Huff. Directed by Tony Award nominee John Crowley, A STEADY RAIN begins previews on Thursday, September 10, 2009 and opens Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street) for a strictly limited 12 week engagement through Sunday, December 6, 2009.

Upcoming Concerts Announced For

Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole and popular singer/pianist Billy Stritch will team up once again for several upcoming concerts.

RACE, the new play written and directed by David Mamet, is proud to announce its award winning design team: set designer Santo Loquasto, lighting designer Brian MacDevitt and costume designer Tom Broecker.

Brooks, Brubeck, Bumbry, De Niro And Springsteen Set For 2009 Kennedy Center Honors - 12/6/2009

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts today announced the selection of the individuals who will receive the Kennedy Center Honors of 2009. Recipients to be honored at the 32nd annual national celebration of the arts are: writer, composer, actor, director, and producer Mel Brooks; pianist and composer Dave Brubeck; opera singer Grace Bumbry; actor, director, and producer Robert De Niro; and singer and songwriter Bruce Springsteen.

Billy Crystal will perform his hit one-man show, 700 Sundays, at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts as a fundraising event for the organization. The performance will be followed by a black-tie dinner-dance in the Gimelstob Ballroom in the Cohen Pavilion.

Second Stage Theater's LET ME DOWN EASY - 12/6/2009

Second Stage Theatre is pleased to announce that the critically acclaimed production of Anna Deavere Smith's LET ME DOWN EASY, has extended four weeks, through December 6. Conceived, written, and performed by Ms. Smith and directed by Leonard Foglia, LET ME DOWN EASY opened on Wednesday, October 7 and was originally scheduled to run through November 8.

Cody & Hanes Lead

Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Artistic Director, Mark W. Jones-Executive Director) is proud to announce casting for On the Town. Directed by Bill Berry with choreography by Patti Colombo, On the Town will run at the Millburn theater from November 11 through December 6, 2009. On the Town is generously supported by a gift from The Ferolito Family.

Pumpkin Theatre Awakens SLEEPING BEAUTY - 12/6/2009

Pumpkin Theater's forty-second season continues with Sleeping Beauty by Michele Vacca and is directed by Single Carrot Artistic Director Buck Jabaily.

EMPEROR JONES Extends At The Irish Repertory Theatre - 12/6/2009

The Irish Repertory Theatre announces a one-week extension of its latest hit THE EMPEROR JONES -- Eugene O'Neill's powerful classic about the charismatic Brutus Jones, a self proclaimed emperor of an island nation, who attempts to flee the angry natives and his personal demons -- with performances now scheduled to run through December 6 at The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in Manhattan. Ciaran O'Reilly directs.

SWIMMING TO SPALDING Previews - 12/6/2009

Performer Lián Amaris goes in search of renowned monologist Spalding Gray's "perfect moment" in SWIMMING TO SPALDING. Co-produced by East Coast Artists and Colorado College, it is directed by Richard Schechner (formerly of The Performance Group). Previews begin December 3 at HERE with opening night slated for December 6.

KDNY Presents 'Treading Puddles' World Premieres Series - 12/6/2009

New York-based contemporary dance company KDNY presents their 2009 NYC Season, TREADING PUDDLES, an evening of World Premieres set to original live music by Cristina Spinei at The Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater, The Joan Weill Center for Dance from December 3-6, 2009.

Dash Ensemble Presents SUNDOWNING At The Joyce SoHo - 12/6/2009

The DASH Ensemble presents the World Premiere of Sundowning at Joyce SoHo, 155 Mercer (between Houston and Prince Streets), NYC from December 4-6, 2009. Tickets are $20 ($15 for students/seniors/DancePass) andare available at www.joyce.org or by phone at (212) 352-3101 or (866) 811-4111.

Dash Ensemble Presents SUNDOWNING At The Joyce SoHo - 12/6/2009

The DASH Ensemble presents the World Premiere of Sundowning at Joyce SoHo, 155 Mercer (between Houston and Prince Streets), NYC from December 4-6, 2009. Tickets are $20 ($15 for students/seniors/DancePass) andare available at www.joyce.org or by phone at (212) 352-3101 or (866) 811-4111.

KDNY Presents 'Treading Puddles' World Premieres Series - 12/6/2009

New York-based contemporary dance company KDNY presents their 2009 NYC Season, TREADING PUDDLES, an evening of World Premieres set to original live music by Cristina Spinei at The Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater, The Joan Weill Center for Dance from December 3-6, 2009.

Affinity Collaborative Theatre Brings W.H. Auden’s For the Time Being to The New York Society Library - 12/6/2009

Affinity Collaborative Theatre brings back its moving and popular production of For the Time Being: A Christmas Oratorio by W.H. Auden for two nights only at The New York Society Library.

Nutshell Productions Presents NO EXIT - 12/6/2009

Nutshell Productions proudly Presents NO EXIT, Written by Jean-Paul Sartre, Translation by S. GILBERT, Starring RICHARD HYMES-ESPOSITO, GERALDINE JOHN, ETIENNE NAVARRE, MIHAELA MIHUT, Directed by ROBERT HAUFRECHT

New Village Arts Theatre Presents PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE - 12/6/2009

PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE / NOV 12 - DEC 6 By Steve Martin Directed by Dana Case Featuring NVA Ensemble Members Sandra Ellis-Troy, Kristianne Kurner, Amanda Morrow, Tim Parker & Tom Zohar with Brian Abraham, Kyle Lucy, Greg Wittman and Eddie Yaroch

Welsh actor Geraint Wyn Davies will portray the legendary Welsh poet, playwright and author of "Under Milk Wood," Dylan Thomas in Leon Pownall's play DO NOT GO GENTLE, previewing Off-Broadway starting November 19 prior to opening December 6, 2009 at Theatre Row's Clurman Theatre (410 West 42 Street) in Manhattan.

RACE Begins At The Ethel Barrymore Theatre - 12/6/2009

RACE begins previews on Monday, November 16, 2009 at 8:00 pm at The Ethel Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th St.). The official opening night is Sunday, December 6, 2009.

FRIGID Winner Paul Hutcheson Presents ON SECOND THOUGHT - 12/6/2009

On December 6, Paul Hutcheson returns from Canada for a one-night-only reprise of On Second Thought. A 2009 FRIGID Audience Choice Winner, On Second Thought is a comedic one-man show based on the crazy situations we end up in during our lives that force us to question how we got there. From skydivers and high school teachers to porn renters and landscapers, one full grown male explores it all.

A STEADY RAIN Adds Special Final Benefit Performance - 12/6/2009

At the request of Daniel Craig and Hugh Jackman, A STEADY RAIN will add one additional performance on the final day of their limited engagement, Sunday, December 6th at 7pm, to benefit New Yorkers For Children and the NYCPBA Widows & Children's Fund.

SWIMMING TO SPALDING At HERE - 12/6/2009

Performer Lián Amaris goes in search of renowned monologist Spalding Gray's "perfect moment" in SWIMMING TO SPALDING. Co-produced by East Coast Artists and Colorado College, it is directed by Richard Schechner (formerly of The Performance Group). Previews begin December 3 at HERE with opening night slated for December 6.

Theater Talk, a weekly expose of world theater, airs on PBS Friday nights (PBS/Thirteen) and 5 times weekly on CUNY TV. This week's shows will feature segments on Idiot Savant, Hamlet, Street Lights, The Royal Family, and more.

KDNY Presents 'Treading Puddles' World Premieres Series - 12/6/2009

New York-based contemporary dance company KDNY presents their 2009 NYC Season, TREADING PUDDLES, an evening of World Premieres set to original live music by Cristina Spinei at The Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater, The Joan Weill Center for Dance from December 3-6, 2009.

A CHRISTMAS STORY Runs At Whole Backstage Theatre - 12/6/2009

Directed by Denise and Mitch Resler, "A Christmas Story", is Humorist Jean Shepherd's memoir of growing up in the midwest in the 1940s. "A Christmas Story" follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun under the tree for Christmas.

AFTER MISS JULIE Takes Final Bow - 12/6/2009

Roundabout Theatre Company's (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) limited engagement of After Miss Julie will play its final performance on Sunday, December 6th at 2:00 PM. Sienna Miller, Jonny Lee Miller and Marin Ireland star in this American premiere directed by Mark Brokaw, at the American Airlines Theatre.

Soho Playhouse Closes MADE IN HEAVEN - 12/6/2009

The New York Times has confirmed that The Soho Playhouse will close MADE IN HEAVEN on Monday, December 7 to make way for the transfer of EMPEROR JONES by Eugene O'Neil. EMPEROR JONES will begin performances on December 15th.

Jayne Houdyshell of Bye Bye Birdie, Well, and Wicked fame is slated to play the mother Lee Harvey Oswald, Marguerite, in The New Group's upcoming reading of Mama's Boy: The Woman Behind the Man who Killed Kennedy by Rob Urbinati. The reading will be held on December 6 as part of the theater's Dark Nights Series at the Acorn Theatre at Theater Row, 7:00pm.

Beginning tomorrow, December 5, The Celebrity SkiFest is returning to Deer Valley Resort, as the resort kicks off the winter season with the invitational event on December 5 and 6. For the event, olympic ski legends will be paired with television and film celebrities as they compete in giant slalom races on Birdseye run. The SkiFest is free to spectators, and the public can watch the races take place on Saturday at 1 p.m. and Sunday at 12 p.m.

Upcoming Concerts Announced For

Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole and popular singer/pianist Billy Stritch will team up once again for several upcoming concerts.

'Hairspray's'

NBC Universal has announced that 9 To 5 composer Dolly Parton will take part Carrie Underwood's star-studded holiday, tentatively entitled "Carrie Underwood: An All-Star Special," airing on FOX at 8PM EST on December 7. Adam Shankman, director the film version of Hairspray, is co-executive producing and directing the special.

Bellamy, White, Curtin and More Join Johnston and Chlumsky in SO HELP ME GOD! - 12/7/2009

As previously reported, My Girl's Anna Chlumsky and Kristen Johnston are set to headline the Mint Theater Company's SO HELP ME GOD! The Off-Broadway run, which will begin previews November 18th, opens officially at the Lucile Lortel Theatre Dec. 7 and runs through Dec. 20. Today, the full cast and creative team have been announced.

LAByrinth Theater Company (Co-Artistic Directors Stephen Adly Guirgis, Mimi O'Donnell, Yul Vázquez and Producing Director Marieke Gaboury) enters the arena to crank up the stakes at the seventh annual benefit featuring Celebrity Charades: Jackpot on Monday December 7th.

The Public Theater Presents THE LAST CARGO CULT - 12/7/2009

The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) will present the New York premiere of THE LAST CARGO CULT, created and performed by Mike Daisey and directed by Jean-Michele Gregory in the Public's Newman Theater.

BC/EFA Presents 21st Annual 'Gypsy of the Year' Competition - 12/7/2009

Throughout the years, the GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION has become one of the hottest and most anticipated tickets of the fall season. New York's most talented "gypsies," chorus members from Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, join in a competition/variety show as six weeks of intensive fundraising to benefit Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA) come to a close with the 21st ANNUAL GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION.

Mint Theater Company today announced that its second offering of the season, So Help Me God! by Maurine Dallas Watkins (the author of Chicago, the play upon which the musical is based), will be directed by Mint Artistic Director Jonathan Bank, taking over for the previously announcEd Martin Platt, who has left the production for personal reasons.

Stage stars Patty Duke and Teal Wicks - currently of the San Francisco company of Wicked -- will join additional Wicked cast members and special guests Lucie Arnaz, Leanne Borghesi, Connie Champagne, RJ Helton, Motown Madness's Top Chef for a One Night Only Holiday Cabaret at J'LaChic Theatre 39 on Pier 39. The benefit will take place on Monday, December 7 at 7:30pm.

Affinity Collaborative Theatre Brings W.H. Auden’s For the Time Being to The New York Society Library - 12/7/2009

Affinity Collaborative Theatre brings back its moving and popular production of For the Time Being: A Christmas Oratorio by W.H. Auden for two nights only at The New York Society Library.

Radar Online has posted the scoop that Kristin Chenoweth (soon to return to Broadway in PROMISES, PROMISES) and Christina Applegate (last seen in SWEET CHARITY) will be featured on Carrie Underwood's upcoming TV special, singing a 1960's medley.

Lynx Presents

Lynx Theater very proudly presents Bill Bowers in a Gala Performance of his acclaimed, one-man show to benefit Lynx Ensemble's 2010 Season!

The Living Theatre Presents RED NOIR - 12/7/2009

The Living Theatre, the oldest experimental theatre group still producing in the United States, continues its 2009-10 season with world-premiere of Anne Waldman's RED NOIR. Directed by Judith Malina

Broadway stars Chita Rivera, Rosie Perez and Martha Plimpton are set for the Transport Group Gala, "Gimme a Break" to be held December 7th at Asia Society and Museum. The event will honor Broadway veterans Joe Mantello and Terrence McNally. The night will be hosted by Hunter Bell and Jeff Bowen of [title of show]. The night will also feature performances by Marian Seldes, Stephanie J. Block and Brooks Ashmanskas.

Algonquin Theater Announces Two NATIONAL PASTIME Readings - 12/7/2009

Algonquin Theater Productions, producers of Sessions, An Evening at The Carlyle and The Devil and Billy Markham will be having an industry only reading of their proposed new musical National Pastime, scheduled to open in 2010.

Gavin Creel

Gavin Creel and his songwriting partner Robbie Roth are set to appear at Symphony Space on December 7th for two all-acoustic shows highlighting some of Roth's original songs and some of Creel's Broadway favorites.

'Holiday Guys' Kudisch & Denman Play Gotham Comedy Club - 12/7/2009

Three-time Tony nominee Marc Kudisch and 2009 Astaire Award nominee Jeffrey Denman will star as the Holiday Guyes in a celebration with Broadway stars for 4 nights only at Gotham Comedy Club on Monday evenings December 7, 14, 21 and 28.

Transport Group, the winner of a special 2007 Drama Desk Award and a 2007 Obie Award, has announced that its 2009 Gimme A Break! benefit will honor playwright Terrence McNally and director Joe Mantello on Monday, December 7 at 6:30pm, at Asia Society and Museum, 725 Park Avenue at 70th Street.

Urban Stages Presents CABARET NIGHTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS - 12/7/2009

Urban Stages (Frances Hill, Founder/Artistic Director, Lauren Schmiedel, Managing Director) is Decking the Halls as it goes "Cabaret for the Holidays," from December 7 - 16.

Playwright Nicky Silver - whose plays PTERODACTYLS, RAISED IN CAPTIVITY, THE ALTRUISTS, THE MAIDEN'S PRAYER, EROS TRILOGY and BEAUTIFUL CHILD have all debuted at the Vineyard Theatre - will be joined by actresses Patricia Clarkson, Veanne Cox and Leslie Ayvazian in an evening titled, "Nicky Silver and his Leading Ladies," the third in VINEYARD VOICES series of panel discussions with theatre artists, on Monday, December 7 at 7 p.m. at the Vineyard Theatre in Manhattan.

Theater Talk, a weekly expose of world theater, airs on PBS Friday nights (PBS/Thirteen) and 5 times weekly on CUNY TV. This week's shows will feature segments on Idiot Savant, Hamlet, Street Lights, The Royal Family, and more.

The Living Theatre Presents RED NOIR - 12/7/2009

The Living Theatre, the oldest experimental theatre group still producing in the United States, continues its 2009-10 season with world-premiere of Anne Waldman's RED NOIR. Directed by Judith Malina

LAByrinth Theater Company Offers Celebrity Charades Package on EBAY - 12/7/2009

LAByrinth Theater Company (Co-Artistic Directors Stephen Adly Guirgis, Mimi O'Donnell, Yul Vázquez and Producing Director Marieke Gaboury) is offering a once in a lifetime opportunity on EBAY: the chance to join the stars of Celebrity Charades 2009: Jackpot on Monday December 7th on stage.

Film Critic Nathan Lee, Actress

Barnes & Noble Bookstore Upper Westside located at 2280 B'WAY AT 82 Street in New York City is presenting free events on December 7 and 9 at 7pm.

Classic Stage Company, under the leadership of Artistic Director Brian Kulick and Executive Director Jessica R. Jenen, will present its popular annual open rehearsal series with MONDAY NIGHT MUCH ADO, featuring Tony Award winner Mandy Patinkin as Benedict in Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing on Monday, December 7 and Monday, December 14, directed by Brian Kulick. Patinkin appeared last season at CSC in Shakespeare's The Tempest, directed by Kulick.

FINIAN'S RAINBOW Goes for Gold with New Cast Album Recording - 12/7/2009

Producers David Richenthal and Jack Viertel have announced that the cast and orchestra of the acclaimed Broadway production of Finian's Rainbow, will hit the recording studio on December 7 to record a new cast alum of the show. The album, featuring Yip Harburg-Burton Lane's score, is being produced by Tommy Kasker of PS Classics.

TWO ROOMS To Feature Post Show 'Talkbacks' With Cast And Creatives - 12/7/2009

The Active Theater Company proudly presents TWO ROOMS, by Lee Blessing, the company's first show for their 2009-1010 season.

Ryan Reynolds,

Ryan Reynolds, Martin Short, and Rita Wilson join the cast of the 2009 Drama Desk Award winner Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words on Monday, December 7, at 7:30pm and 9:30pm at New York's Triad Theater. In addition to Reynolds, Short, and Wilson, the cast includes Scott Adsit, Rachel Dratch, Carol Kane, Eugene Pack, Dayle Reyfel, Steve Schirripa, Sherri Shepherd, and Alan Zweibel.

Gasteyer, Glover, Nicholaw & More Judge GYPSY OF THE YEAR Competition - 12/7/2009

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS will present the 21st Annual GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION on Monday, December 7 (4:30 PM) and Tuesday, December 8 (2 PM) at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway). The proceeds from the event will benefit BC/EFA.

Dobrish-Helmed SERIOUSLY TRIVIAL PEOPLE DOING SERIOUSLY STUPID THINGS Gets Staged Reading - 12/7/2009

A stage reading of Seriously Trivial People Doing Thoroughly Stupid Things, Montserrat Mendez's award-winning sequel to The Importance of Being Earnest, directed by Jeremy Dobrish, will be held Monday, December 7, 2009 at 4:30 pm at The Actors Temple Theatre.

Upcoming Concerts Announced For

Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole and popular singer/pianist Billy Stritch will team up once again for several upcoming concerts.

Original Cast Recording of 'Rooms: A Rock Romance' to be Released on iTunes - 12/8/2009

The original cast recording of the Off-Broadway musical 'Rooms: A Rock Romance', which starred Leslie Kritzer and Doug Kreeger, will be released on iTunes on December 8, according to a spokesperson for the CD.

BC/EFA Presents 21st Annual 'Gypsy of the Year' Competition - 12/8/2009

Throughout the years, the GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION has become one of the hottest and most anticipated tickets of the fall season. New York's most talented "gypsies," chorus members from Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, join in a competition/variety show as six weeks of intensive fundraising to benefit Broadway Cares/ Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA) come to a close with the 21st ANNUAL GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION.

GROOVALOO Freestyle Returns To The Union Square Theatre - 12/8/2009

After sold-out performances at The Joyce Theater in September, GROOVALOO, (www.Groovaloo.com) the dance sensation is back in New York by popular demand and will play off-Broadway at The Union Square Theatre (100 E. 17th Street) beginning December 1st with the official opening scheduled for December 8th. Since the Joyce engagement, GROOVALOO has been reinvented by its creators for its return off-Broadway.

SONGS OF OUR LIVES to Feature

Songwriters Charles Strouse, Alan Menken and Hal David will be among those featured in the December 8th benefit concert, SONGS OF OUR LIVES: PERFORMED BY THE SONGWRITERS WHO WROTE THEM. The concert will take place at The Little Flower Theater at LaGuardia H.S. on December 8th at 7:00pm.

Charles Fox And Freinds Present THE SONGS OF OUR LIVES Benefit Concert - 12/8/2009

Some of the greatest songwriters of the past 50 years will convene in New York City on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 for The Songs of Our Lives: Performed by the Songwriters Who Wrote Them, a benefit concert for Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts.

York Theatre Co Hosts A Reading Of ARTURO'S WINDOW, Stars

York Theatre Company Reading Series Presents ARTURO'S WINDOW A REAL NEW YORK STORY BOOK BY CHERYL KING & ROD MENZIESMUSIC AND LYRICS BY JOHN MERCURIO

Christine Martucci Set To Perform And Open OutMusic Awards 2009, Held At Webster Hall - 12/8/2009

Acclaimed New Jersey singer/songwriter Christine Martucci will be opening the OutMusic Awards 2009 on December 8, 2009. The OutMusic Awards 2009 will be held at Webster Hall in New York City.

Subjective Theatre Company Announces JUMP JIM CROW As Its Next Free Production - 12/8/2009

The Subjective Theater Company (STC) would like to invite audiences to come and be absolutely scandalized and deeply offended by its third production of the 2009/2010 season, JUMP JIM CROW: HOW TO PRODUCE YOUR OWN MINSTREL SHOW.

Ruben Studdard WANTS TO SPEND "CHRISTMAS IN YOUR ARMS" "Christmas in Your Arms" Out December 8 Via All Digital Retail

GROOVALOO Freestyle Returns To The Union Square Theatre - 12/8/2009

After sold-out performances at The Joyce Theater in September, GROOVALOO, (www.Groovaloo.com) the dance sensation is back in New York by popular demand and will play off-Broadway at The Union Square Theatre (100 E. 17th Street) beginning December 1st with the official opening scheduled for December 8th. Since the Joyce engagement, GROOVALOO has been reinvented by its creators for its return off-Broadway.

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre's LOVE'S LABOUR'S LOST Comes to New York City At Pace University - 12/8/2009

When the curtain goes up on Shakespeare's Globe company's performance of Love's Labour's Lost on December 8 at Pace University, it will mark the company's first New York appearance since the sold-out tour of Merry Wives of Windsor in 2005.

Gasteyer, Glover, Nicholaw & More Set to Judge GYPSY OF THE YEAR Competition - 12/8/2009

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS will present the 21st Annual GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION on Monday, December 7 (4:30 PM) and Tuesday, December 8 (2 PM) at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway). The proceeds from the event will benefit BC/EFA.

The Tank Presents THE UNTITLED KONDABOLU BROTHERS EXPERIMENT - 12/9/2009

The Tank: Home for Emerging Arts presents THE UNTITLED KONDABOLU BROTHERS EXPERIMENT Wednesday, October 21 and Wednesday, December 9.

NEWSICAL: The Musiecal Returns Off Broadway With

No one in the news is safe! The Drama Desk nominated NEWSical the Musical is back lampooning current events, headlines, newsmakers, celebrities, and politicians.

Antoinette LaVecchia's HOW TO BE A GOOD ITALAIN DAUGHTER - 12/9/2009

HOW TO BE A GOOD ITALIAN DAUGHTER, a play written and performed by Antoinette LaVecchia, will begin its recently-announced 8-week extension Off-Broadway on Thursday, October 29 at 7p.m. at the Cherry Lane Studio Theatre in Manhattan. The production is now scheduled to play through December 9, 2009.

THE 8: REINDEER MONOLOGUES Previews At The Red Room - 12/9/2009

Santa's reindeer gather at their private North Pole watering hole, and as the booze flows, the scandal grows. Alternately hilarious & disturbing, nothing is held sacred as the reindeer expose all of Santa's (& their own) indiscretions. Screaming, crying and WAY too much eggnog... isn't that what Christmas is all about?

59E59 Theatres Presents A BRITISH SUBJECT As Part Of Its Brits Off Broadway Festival - 12/9/2009

59E59 Theaters (Elysabeth Kleinhans, Artistic Director; Peter Tear, Executive Producer) is thrilled to host the US premiere of A BRITISH SUBJECT, written by Nichola McAuliffe, at the 2009 Brits Off Broadway festival.

Playwright Joan Schenkar and Actress

The Talented Miss Highsmith:The Secret Life and Serious Art of Patricia Highsmith. Playwright Joan Schenkar talks about a writer whose characters living closeted sexual lives in fiction mirrored her real life.

No one in the news is safe. The Drama Desk nominated NEWSical the Musical is back lampooning current events, headlines, newsmakers, celebrities, and politicians. With songs and material being updated on a regular basis, composer-lyricist Rick Crom's topical musical comedy is an ever-evolving mockery of all the news that is fit to spoof.

BAIL OUT: THE MUSICAL At UNDER St. Marks - 12/9/2009

The government is bailing out theater. But, if you want a slice of Uncle Sam's pie you have to make a musical! Can a group of indie artists receive the funding? Watch this absurd comedy about how far people are willing to go to cash in on the opportunity of a lifetime.

Invisible Theatre Presents FAULT LINES At The Dorothy Strelsin Theatre - 12/9/2009

The Invisible City Theatre Company presents the World Premiere of FAULT LINES - a new play by Invisible City company member Rebecca Louise Miller inspired by the infamous Polly Klaas kidnapping that rocked the United States in the 1990's.

A panel discussion on the theatre and film works of Tennessee Williams will feature actors Ellen Burstyn, Bryce Dallas Howard, Jodie Markell, Elaine Stritch, and Eli Wallach. Burstyn and Howard are set to star in the newly discovered "The Loss of a Teardrop Diamond" screenplay by Williams. The film is directed by Markell.

Hornsby, Woodard Star In CRUMBS FROM THE TABLE OF JOY At The Skirball Center - 12/9/2009

OBIE Award winner Russell Hornsby (Jitney, Eddie Sutton on ABC's Lincoln Heights) and LADCC and NAACP Award recipient Charlayne Woodard (Pretty Fire, Neat, In Real Life) star when L.A. Theatre Works records Crumbs from the Table of Joy, a sly coming-of-age comedy by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Lynn Nottage.

Invisible Theatre Presents FAULT LINES At The Dorothy Strelsin Theatre - 12/9/2009

The Invisible City Theatre Company presents the World Premiere of FAULT LINES - a new play by Invisible City company member Rebecca Louise Miller inspired by the infamous Polly Klaas kidnapping that rocked the United States in the 1990's.

Film Critic Nathan Lee, Actress

Barnes & Noble Bookstore Upper Westside located at 2280 B'WAY AT 82 Street in New York City is presenting free events on December 7 and 9 at 7pm.

Barbara Walters confirmed on The View today that American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert will be featured as one of her "10 Most Fascinating People of 2009." In his company are Lady Gaga, Tyler Perry, Sarah Palin, Brett Favre, Kate Gosselin and Glenn Beck. Walter's annual "Most Fascinating People" episode will air December 9th, 2009 on ABC.

No one in the news is safe. The Drama Desk nominated NEWSical the Musical is back lampooning current events, headlines, newsmakers, celebrities, and politicians. With songs and material being updated on a regular basis, composer-lyricist Rick Crom's topical musical comedy is an ever-evolving mockery of all the news that is fit to spoof.

NINE Opens Dubai Film Fest - 12/9/2009

Variety reports that the hotly anticipated Rob Marshall-helmed NINE will open the Dubai Film Festival on December 9.

TheaterThe Presents RADIO PURGATORY - 12/10/2009

TheaterThe presents: Radio Purgatory Oct 9, Oct 23, Nov 13, Dec 4, 10 pm, $15 Dixon Place, 161A Chrystie Street, Manhattan

THE YORKVILLE NUTCRACKER Has Its 11th Annual Production At The Kaye Playhouse - 12/10/2009

DANCES PATRELLE's "THE YORKVILLE NUTCRACKER" will have its 11th annual production, at The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College (68th Street between Park & Lexington Avenues) NYC; December 10th - 13th.

TheaterThe Presents RADIO PURGATORY - 12/10/2009

TheaterThe presents: Radio Purgatory Oct 9, Oct 23, Nov 13, Dec 4, 10 pm, $15 Dixon Place, 161A Chrystie Street, Manhattan

Zooey Deschanel, star of the romantic comedy "(500) Days of Summer" and sister of BONES' Emily Deschanel, will guest-star in "The Goop on the Girl," a special holiday-themed episode of BONES airing Thursday, Dec. 10 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Christoph Von Dohnanyi to Lead the

Christoph von Dohnányi will conduct the New York Philharmonic in Mozart’s Sinfonia concertante for Violin and Viola, performed by Concertmaster Glenn Dicterow and Principal Viola Cynthia Phelps; and Bruckner’s Symphony No. 4, Thursday, December 10, at 7:30 p.m., Friday, December 11, at 8:00 p.m., and Saturday, December 12, 2009, at 8:00 p.m.

Dance Theatre Workshop Presents HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA - 12/10/2009

Dance Theater Workshop in association with Doug Elkins & Friends, and David Parker and The Bang Group present HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA featuring FRÄULEIN MARIA and NUT/CRACKED. This holiday mini-festival opens with FRÄULEIN MARIA, Doug Elkins' delightful take on Rodgers and Hammerstein's The Sound of Music.

REPLICA Arrives In NYC At The New Museum - 12/10/2009

Innovative collaborations are still vitally alive. Take for example "REPLICA," created by Jonah Bokaer (choreographer/media artist), Daniel Arsham (visual artist) and Judith Sánchez Ruíz (choreographer/dancer), which after performances in Valencia, Nîmes and Washington, D.C. receives its New York City premiere at the New Museum, December 10, 11, 17 and 18 at 7pm.

Company XIV Presents APPLE TRIPTYCH - 12/10/2009

Company XIV, a Black Book Magazine ‘Icon Of The Future', presents an Apple Triptych featuring the World Premiere of their family holiday show Snow White, a revival of Le Serpent Rouge and a revival of The Judgment of Paris. All three dance-theater shows are conceived, directed and choreographed by Austin McCormick, with adapted text also by McCormick. The shows run from December 3, 2009 to January 17, 2010 in a limited 7-week engagement at the company's home space at 303 Bond St. (between Union & Sackett) in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. Previews begin December 3 and openings begin December 10.

Invisible Theatre Presents FAULT LINES At The Dorothy Strelsin Theatre - 12/10/2009

The Invisible City Theatre Company presents the World Premiere of FAULT LINES - a new play by Invisible City company member Rebecca Louise Miller inspired by the infamous Polly Klaas kidnapping that rocked the United States in the 1990's.

Horse Trade Theater Group & Barefoot Theatre Company Present SCROOGE AND MARLEY - 12/10/2009

Famous the world over, the often bizarre and ultimately heart-warming story of Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, Tiny Tim and the others needs no detailing here.

Algonquin Theater Announces Two NATIONAL PASTIME Readings - 12/10/2009

Algonquin Theater Productions, producers of Sessions, An Evening at The Carlyle and The Devil and Billy Markham will be having an industry only reading of their proposed new musical National Pastime, scheduled to open in 2010.

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"

Invisible Theatre Presents FAULT LINES At The Dorothy Strelsin Theatre - 12/10/2009

The Invisible City Theatre Company presents the World Premiere of FAULT LINES - a new play by Invisible City company member Rebecca Louise Miller inspired by the infamous Polly Klaas kidnapping that rocked the United States in the 1990's.

Tony Watch Begins: Committee Holds First Meeting - 12/10/2009

A rep for the Tony Awards has revealed that The Tony Awards Administration Committee will hold its first meeting of the 2009 - 2010 season on December 10.

Casting Announced For Dances Patrelle's THE YORKVILLE NUTCRACKER - 12/10/2009

DANCES PATRELLE's "THE YORKVILLE NUTCRACKER" will have its 14th annual production, at The Kaye Playhouse at Hunter College (68th Street between Park & Lexington Avenues) NYC; December 10th - 13th.

TWO ROOMS To Feature Post Show 'Talkbacks' With Cast And Creatives - 12/10/2009

The Active Theater Company proudly presents TWO ROOMS, by Lee Blessing, the company's first show for their 2009-1010 season.

Dances Patrelle's THE YORKVILLE NUTCRACKER Set To Plays The Kaye Playhouse - 12/10/2009

Dances Patrelle's holiday classic, "The Yorkville Nutcracker" will open up the holiday season on Sunday, November 15th, at 4pm, at the new Barnes & Noble (86th and Lexington Avenue).

Disney's 'PRINCESS' Sets Nationwide Release Date, NY & LA Screenings Begin 11/25 - 12/11/2009

Walt Disney Studios has has moved up the nationwide release of the upcoming traditionally-animated musical film "The Princess and the Frog" according to Variety. The release date was moved from Christmas Day to Dec. 11th, 2009.

Musical Theatre West to Present RENT at Long Beach Performing Arts Center - 12/11/2009

Musical Theatre West is proud to announce their production of the Jonathan Larson Tony Award-Winning Broadway Smash, RENT. Rent will run December 11-20, 2009 at the Richard and Karen Carpenter Performing Arts Center located at 6200 Atherton Street, Long Beach, CA 90815.

DEAR EDWINA To Return To Off-Broadway's DR2 Theater - 12/11/2009

Zina Goldrich and Marcy Heisler's acclaimed musical DEAR EDWINA will return to the DR2 Theater for a limited engagement, according to Telecharge. The production will play December 11 through February 15, 2010.

Tony winner Lea Salonga celebrates 20 years of MISS SAIGON by staging a live by request concert series at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) Plenary Hall on December 11 and 12, 2009.

DEAR EDWINA To Return To Off-Broadway's DR2 Theater - 12/11/2009

Zina Goldrich and Marcy Heisler's acclaimed musical DEAR EDWINA will return to the DR2 Theater for a limited engagement, according to Telecharge. The production will play December 11 through February 15, 2010.

'In Fields Where They Lay' at the Hudson Guild Theatre - 12/11/2009

"In Fields Where They Lay" by Ricardo Pérez Gonzalez, developed by Brad Raimondo, is a new play about the Christmas Truce in World War I. It's a portrait of a squad of front-line British soldiers who, with their German counterparts, shook hands, shared cigarettes and sang Christmas carols together in the brief, precious interruption in fighting that occurred on December 24 and 25, 1914

Linda Wise and Enrique Pardo Give Weekend Workshop - 12/11/2009

Linda Wise and Enrique Pardo, directors of PANTHEATRE will be giving a weekend workshop in New York City on December 11, 12, and 13 (2009). This is an opportunity to discover their work, update your memories, and enter the inspiration and pleasure of one of today's greatest theatre laboratory.

Real-Life Married Couple

Real-life married couple Paige Davis and Patrick Page will star in a special engagement of I Do! I Do!, the classic Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt musical based on The Fourposter by Jan De Hartog, in The Old Globe's new Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre. The well-loved classic, by the creators of The Fantasticks, spans five decades in the life of a married couple - from the nervousness of their wedding day to the wisdom of old age. I Do! I Do! will run Dec. 11 - 20, 2009. Previews take place on Dec. 11 at 8:00 p.m. and Dec. 12 at 2:00 p.m. Opening night is Saturday, Dec. 12 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale to subscribers only. Single tickets go on sale on Oct. 25 and can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE or by visiting the Box Office.

New Amsterdam Singers to Present SACRED WORKS OF FOUR CENTURIES - 12/11/2009

The New Amsterdam Singers, led by Music Director Clara Longstreth, presents its first program of the season, featuring sacred works by Bach, Brahms, Bruckner, and Poulenc as well as newer works by composers from Latvia, Estonia, Slovenia, England, and the United States, Friday, December 11 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 13 at 4:00 p.m..

Miller Theatre at Columbia University Presents A CHRISTMAS JOURNEY WITH ERIC REED - 12/11/2009

Formidable jazz artist Eric Reed brings his group to Miller Theatre Friday, December 11, at 8:00 pm.

Casting Complete for DEAR EDWINA; Ephie Aardema Leads - 12/11/2009

Producer Daryl Roth has announced that casting has been completed for the return engagement of last season's Drama Desk nominated musical comedy for all ages, DEAR EDWINA. The show will return to the DR2 Kids Theatre (103 E. 15th St., NYC) for the holiday season and beyond, with a run extending from December 11 through February 15.

Batchelor Exits Bdwy 'BILLY', Tavares & Redhead to Join - 12/11/2009

Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films and Old Vic Productions in association with Weinstein Live Entertainment announced today that Dayton Tavares and Liam Redhead will join the cast of the 10-time Tony Award-winning Billy Elliot the Musical, both in the role of ‘Billy.'

Harris, Hewitt and Molina to Voice CBS's New Animated Holiday Special 'YES, VIRGINIA' - 12/11/2009

Neil Patrick Harris, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Alfred Molina are among those set to voice key characters for the new half-hour animated Christmas special, YES, VIRGINIA, presented by Macy's, which will premiere Friday, Dec. 11 (8:00-8:30 PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network.

REPLICA Arrives In NYC At The New Museum - 12/11/2009

Innovative collaborations are still vitally alive. Take for example "REPLICA," created by Jonah Bokaer (choreographer/media artist), Daniel Arsham (visual artist) and Judith Sánchez Ruíz (choreographer/dancer), which after performances in Valencia, Nîmes and Washington, D.C. receives its New York City premiere at the New Museum, December 10, 11, 17 and 18 at 7pm.

Linda Wise and Enrique Pardo Give Weekend Workshop - 12/11/2009

Linda Wise and Enrique Pardo, directors of PANTHEATRE will be giving a weekend workshop in New York City on December 11, 12, and 13 (2009). This is an opportunity to discover their work, update your memories, and enter the inspiration and pleasure of one of today's greatest theatre laboratory.

Dreamscape Theatre Presents IN FIELDS WHERE THEY LAY - 12/11/2009

"In Fields Where They Lay" by Ricardo Perez Gonzalez, developed by Brad Raimondo, is a new play about the Christmas Truce in World War I. It's a portrait of a squad of front-line British soldiers who, with their German counterparts, shook hands, shared cigarettes and sang Christmas carols together in the brief, precious interruption in fighting that occurred on December 24 and 25, 1914. The Dreamscape Theatre will present the debut production December 11 to January 2 at Hudson Guild Theatre, 441 West 26th Street, directed by Dreamscape's Producing Artistic Director, Brad Raimondo.

The Chelsea Symphony has announced its Fourth Annual Winter Concert on Friday, December 11 at 8 PM, at St. Paul's Church. The program will feature actor/playwright and drag legend Charles Busch in Aaron Dai's holiday favorite, the Night Before Christmas, following a tradition of celebrated guest narrators: Ana Gasteyer, David Hyde Pierce and Richard Kind. New York Times lauded flautist Jesse Schiffman will perform Mozart's First Flute Concerto and the program will be rounded out with the overture to the Marriage of Figaro and the Nutcracker Suite. The concert will be performed without intermission and will feature four conductors rotating from positions within the orchestra to the podium and back: Music Director Miguel Campos Neto, Ankush Kumar Bahl, Kyunghun Kim and Mark Seto.

Imago Presents BIGLITTLETHINGS This Holiday Season - 12/11/2009

Imago's world of anthropomorphic creatures is all festive. A giant dinosaur roams the lobby before the curtain rises on rabbits hitchhiking.

Musical Theatre West Presents RENT - 12/11/2009

Musical Theatre West is proud to announce that Jai Rodriguez, star of Bravo TV's "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" is featured in the cast line up for their production of the Jonathan Larson Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-Winning smash Rent are available now.

'JERSEY BOYS' Hits D.C.'s National Theatre - 12/12/2009

Dates have been announced for the Washington, D.C., engagement of JERSEY BOYS, the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, playing the National Theatre. The musical will make its D.C. premiere on October 1, 2009, and play through December 12.

Tony winner Lea Salonga celebrates 20 years of MISS SAIGON by staging a live by request concert series at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) Plenary Hall on December 11 and 12, 2009.

Real-Life Married Couple

Real-life married couple Paige Davis and Patrick Page will star in a special engagement of I Do! I Do!, the classic Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt musical based on The Fourposter by Jan De Hartog, in The Old Globe's new Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre. The well-loved classic, by the creators of The Fantasticks, spans five decades in the life of a married couple - from the nervousness of their wedding day to the wisdom of old age. I Do! I Do! will run Dec. 11 - 20, 2009. Previews take place on Dec. 11 at 8:00 p.m. and Dec. 12 at 2:00 p.m. Opening night is Saturday, Dec. 12 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are currently on sale to subscribers only. Single tickets go on sale on Oct. 25 and can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE or by visiting the Box Office.

Christoph Von Dohnanyi to Lead the

Christoph von Dohnányi will conduct the New York Philharmonic in Mozart’s Sinfonia concertante for Violin and Viola, performed by Concertmaster Glenn Dicterow and Principal Viola Cynthia Phelps; and Bruckner’s Symphony No. 4, Thursday, December 10, at 7:30 p.m., Friday, December 11, at 8:00 p.m., and Saturday, December 12, 2009, at 8:00 p.m.

Daniel Boico Conduts LA MER, Part of YPC - 12/12/2009

New York Philharmonic Assistant Conductor Daniel Boico will delve into Debussy's famous tone poem La Mer when he leads the Orchestra in the second Young People's Concert (YPC) of the season, Saturday, December 12, 2009, at 2:00 p.m.

Miller's 2009-2010 Early Music Series Opens With Josquin’s Mass for the Virgin Mary - 12/12/2009

MILLER THEATRE AT COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY opens the beloved Early Music series with: Josquin's Mass for the Virgin Mary

The New School Presents The New Visions Drama Directing Festival - 12/12/2009

The New School for Drama presents The New Visions Drama Directing Festival, a new series featuring seven contemporary plays performed in repertory November 30 through December 12 at the New School for Drama Theater. This festival highlights the work of the graduating MFA directing and acting students in the program, and is free and open to the public.

Irish Rep continues 22nd Season With ERNEST IN LOVE - 12/12/2009

The Irish Repertory Theatre continues its 22nd Season with "Ernest in Love," a musical adaptation of Oscar Wilde's "The Importance of Being Ernest"

CSV Milagro Theatre Presents A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM Set in Present-Day New York City - 12/12/2009

Shakespeare's comic tale of star-crossed lovers, strolling players and magical beings is lovingly re-imagined in an all-new interpretation of A Midsummer Night's Dream, set in present-day New York City.

Vox Femina Presents HOLIDAY VOICES - 12/12/2009

For the first time ever, the Los Angeles based, but internationally known Vox Femina is offering a holiday concert. Far from the typical holiday fare, however is an event that will present the unique Vox perspective on the season of love, renewal, and peace.

Karen Eterovich Stars In CHEER FROM CHAWTON At The NY Society Library - 12/12/2009

Celebrated actor Karen Eterovich brings her original performance as Jane Austen to The New York Society Library for one performance only.

TACT/The Actors Company Theatre Extends THE LATE CHRISTOPHER BEAN - 12/12/2009

TACT/The Actors Company Theatre (Scott Alan Evans, Cynthia Harris and Simon Jones, Co-Artistic Directors), announced today that due to audience demand, its critically-acclaimed production of The Late Christopher Bean will extend for six (6) additional performances.