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Monkey Room - 4/5/2008
Magic Theatre, the premiere home for new plays, announces its 2007-08 Season of six world premiere productions. Opening September 2007 and running through June 2008, the season brings together Magic Theatre veterans and Bay Area newcomers with a compelling mix of theatrical storytelling.
Subscriptions and pass memberships are available for Magic Theatre's 2007-2008 Season. Six-play subscriptions range from $120 to $240 with flexible six-ticket passes from $144 to $264. Under-30 theatregoers can take advantage of the 3/30<30 membership and see three plays for only $30. All subscriptions are on sale now at www.magictheatre.org and 415-441-8822.
Magic Theatre's 2007-08 Season presents:
Monkey Room A World Premiere Play by Kevin Fisher directed by Literary Manager Mark Routhier April 5 May 4, 2008 Opening: April 12 at 8PM
A presentation of the Magic Theatre / Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Science & Technology Initiative. Five chimps in an HIV-research lab prove immune despite repeated injections of the live virus but why? Ava, the new head of the lab, must solve the mystery before her funding is cut to find a breakthrough vaccine. This daring new comedy explores the lengths people go to fight for what they believe in.
Tragedy: a tragedy - 4/2/2008
Tragedy: a tragedy American Premiere Berkeley Rep - Thrust Stage Written by Will Eno Directed by Les Waters March 28 April 27, 2008 (Press Night: Wednesday, April 2)
Finally, Berkeley Rep invites an intriguing and insightful playwright to the party in April: "Will Eno is a Samuel Beckett for the Jon Stewart generation," proclaims the New York Times, calling his off-Broadway hit Thom Pain (based on nothing), "an acidly funny meditation on the indelible sorrows of life." Now Berkeley Rep's intimate Thrust Stage houses the American premiere of Eno's satirical Tragedy: a tragedy. The sun despite its shining record has finally set. Reporters descend in a flurry of absurd questions and incoherent commentary, while the governor hysterically urges calm.
Camelot - National Tour - 4/6/2008
Starring Tony-nominee and Film Star Lou Diamond Phillips March 25 - April 6 Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center www.france-merrickpac.com
The Winter's Tale - 4/4/2008
Baltimore Shakespeare Festival at St. Mary's in Hampden. Through April 27. Fri - Sat at 8PM, Sun at 5. www.baltimoreshakespeare.org or 410-366-8596
Mr. Marmalade - 4/8/2008
At The Mobtown Theatre at Meadow Mill. Through May 10. $12 General/$10 Students and Seniors. www.mobtownplayers.com or 410-467-3057
South Pacific - 4/3/2008
Lincoln Center Theater has announced casting for the two lead roles in its upcoming production of the classic Rodgers & Hammerstein's musical South Pacific. The Tony Award nominated singer-actress Kelli O'Hara will star as Ensign Nellie Forbush and internationally acclaimed baritone Paulo Szot will make his Broadway debut as Emile de Becque. Performances begin Saturday, March 1 at the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Opening night is Thursday, April 3.
Based on James Michener's "Tales of the South Pacific," South Pacific has music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein and a book by Oscar Hammerstein II and Joshua Logan. For more information visit www.lct.org
Broadway by the Year 1954 - 4/7/2008
The Town Hall, Times Square's landmark concert venue, is pleased to announce its own 2008 season lineup.
All tickets for The Town Hall shows are available through TicketMaster, 212-307-4100, or www.ticketmaster.com, or by visiting the Town Hall Box Office between noon and 6 PM (except Sundays) at 123 West 43rd Street, 212-840-2824 or visit www.the-townhall-nyc.org.
Monday, April 7 at 8pm Broadway By The Year - Broadway Musicals of 1954
Created, written and hosted for The Town Hall by Scott Siegel, The Broadway By The Year series takes the audience on a musical travelogue through the best of the Great White Way for the year 1954, featuring the hottest talents in Broadway and cabaret. This program will include music from The Golden Apple, The Pajama Game, The Boy Friend, Peter Pan, Fanny, House of Flowers, and more! Musical Direction is by Ross Patterson. Single tickets available January 3.
Something You Did - 4/1/2008
The New York premiere of Something You Did by Willy Holtzman will feature Tony-Award winning actress Joanna Gleason as Alison, a sixties radical. She will be joined by Jordon Charney as Arthur, her lawyer in the play. Carolyn Cantor will direct the final production of the current Primary Stages 23rd season of new works by American playwrights.
Performances are scheduled to begin March 18, 2008 for a limited run through April 26, 2008 at Primary Stages at 59E59 Theaters (59 East 59th Street, between Park and Madison Avenues). Opening night is Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at 7PM. The full cast will be announced shortly.
Something You Did by Willy Holtzman "tells the story of a notorious sixties radial who has served nearly 30 years in prison for her part in the accidental killing of an African-American police officer during an explosive war protest. Now she is eligible for parole in a post 9/11 world where bombing is terrorism and dissent, treason. How much can she be faulted for having a conscience? Is she guilty of bringing the war home? A powerfully topical and provocative drama, Something You Did examines the responsibility of citizens for the actions of their government," explain press notes.
Single tickets are priced at $60 with a specially priced $20 ticket available to patrons 35 and under during preview performances only. Tickets may be purchased by calling Ticket Central at (212) 279-4200 or online at www.ticketcentral.com. For more information visit www.primarystages.com.
Lucille Lortel Award Nominees Announced - 4/1/2008
The League of Off-Broadway Theatres and Producers announced that The 23rd Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway will be presented on Monday, May 5th at the Union Square Theatre (100 East 17th Street).
A limited number of tickets, for the ceremony only, will go on sale to the public through the Union Square Box Office and TicketMaster.com (212/307-7171), beginning April 1.
The nominations will be announced April 1. A cocktail reception to congratulate all of the nominees will be held on April 21 at The Penthouse at American Airlines Theatre, 227 West 42nd Street. The cut-off date for eligibility is March 31.
The 2007-2008 Lucille Lortel Awards nominating/voting committee is appointed by the League of Off-Broadway Theatres & Producers, the Lucille Lortel Foundation, Actors' Equity Association, Society of Stage Directors & Choreographers, and also includes journalists, educators, and other Off-Broadway theatre professionals. For more information visit www.LortelAward.com
Awarded since 1986, the Lucille Lortel Awards are produced by the League by special arrangement with the Lucille Lortel Foundation. Additional support is provided by Theatre Development Fund.
The Country Girl - 4/3/2008
Mike Nichols returns to Broadway this spring to direct Morgan Freeman, Frances McDormand and Peter Gallagher in Clifford Odets's The Country Girl. The production will play a limited engagement on Broadway at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre (242 West 45th Street) beginning Thursday, April 3 and open on Sunday, April 27.
The cast also features Chip Zien (Into the Woods), Remy Auberjonois (Frost/Nixon), Anna Camp (The Scene at Second Stage), and Lucas Caleb Rooney (Henry IV at Lincoln Center). Additional casting will be announced shortly.
"The first major New York production in more than thirty years, The Country Girl is a classic backstage story. The title character, Georgie (Frances McDormand), is married to actor Frank Elgin (Morgan Freeman), once a great theatre star, now down on his luck. When Frank is offered a major role by hotshot director Bernie Dodd (Peter Gallagher), he has the chance to make a major comeback," explain press notes.
The creative team is composed of Tony Award winner Tim Hatley (scenic design), Academy Award nominee Albert Wolsky (costume design), Tony Award winner Natasha Katz (lighting design) Acme Sound Partners (sound design) and David Brian Brown (hair design).
Tickets will be available exclusively to American Express cardholders beginning February 6 with a general on sale date of February 23. Tickets will be available via Telecharge on the internet at www.telecharge.com or by phone at (212) 239-6200. Ticket prices range from $76.50 - $100
Gone with the Wind - UK - 4/4/2008
Darius Danesh and Jill Paice will lead the cast in Trevor Nunn's production of Margaret Mitchell's classic novel, Gone with the Wind, playing the iconic roles of Rhett Butler and Scarlett O'Hara. Joining them are Edward Baker-Duly who will play Ashley Wilkes, Madeleine Worrall who plays Melanie, Natasha Yvette Williams as Mammy and Jina Burrows as Prissy.
In a new music theatre adaptation of the classic love story with book and lyrics by Margaret Martin adapted by Trevor Nunn and music by Margaret Martin, Gone with the Wind will have its first performance at the New London Theatre on Friday April 4, 2008, officially opening on Tuesday April 22, and is initially booking until September 27, 2008.
"Set in 1860's Atlanta, Georgia, Gone with the Wind follows the story of the seventeen-year-old Scarlett O'Hara, the eldest of three daughters living a life of ease and comfort on their father's plantation until the onset of the Civil War threatens this idyllic existence. Scarlett's incredible journey through both the war and the peace is mirrored in her turbulent relationship with Rhett Butler, whose actions invariably defy prediction. Their story spans ten years and mingles romantic joy with tragic grief, as the life these people once knew disappears, and we are asked if what has 'gone with the wind' is for better or worse," explain press notes.
Gone with the Wind begins previews April 4, 2008; officially opening April 22 at 7PM with performances booked through September 27 at New London Theatre, Drury Lane, London WC2B
Show times are Monday evenings at 7PM (perfs before April 22 at 7:30PM); Tuesday Saturday evenings at 7:30PM; Wednesday Saturday matinees at 2:30PM. There will be no matinees April 5 & 9.
Tickets are £27.50 - £60.00 (£10 off all previews prices April 4-21) are available at the box office 0870 890 0141 or visit www.gwtwthemusical.com
Ladies Who Sing Sondheim - 4/7/2008
Tony Award-winning director John Doyle (Sweeney Todd, Company) will direct and host a star-studded cast of "Ladies Who Sing Sondheim" for a benefit performance on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 7PM in celebration of The Acting Company's 35th Anniversary. The gala event will be held at The Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street).
The cast includes Angela Lansbury, Patti LuPone, Laura Benanti, Debra Monk, Pamela Myers and Jenna Russell. Tickets at $100 and $250 are available through Telecharge.com or 212-239-6200. Benefit tickets, including Performance only at $500 and Theater plus Patrons Dinner with the cast, are available from $750 and up through The Acting Company at 212-258-3111.
Candide @ NYC Opera - 4/8/2008
New York City Opera's 64th season comes to a close with its final performing weeks, beginning with the revival of Bernstein's Candide opening on Tuesday, April 8 at 7:30PM.
Cast includes Lauren Worsham singing Cunegonde, Judith Blazer sings the Old Lady, Jessica Wright debuts as Paquette; Daniel Reichard debuts in the title role of Candide, Richard Kind sings Pangloss and Kyle Pfortmiller returns as Maximilian.
New York City Opera performances take place at the New York State Theater at Lincoln Center (63rd St & Columbus). Unless otherwise noted, Tuesday and Wednesday performances begin at 7:30 pm, performances on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings begin at 8:00 pm, and matinees begin at 1:30 pm. Ticket prices range from $16 to $130. Additional details of New York City Opera's 2007-2008 season, including a synopsis of each opera, audio samples, a video trailer featuring production images and design renderings, are available on City Opera's website at www.nycopera.com. For more information or tickets, call CenterCharge at (212) 721-6500.
The Drowsy Chaperone - Chicago - 4/1/2008
Broadway In Chicago presents the most celebrated musical of the 2006 Broadway season, The Drowsy Chaperone, a completely original musical comedy, at the Cadillac Palace Theater for a limited two-week engagement April 1 13, 2008.
The Drowsy Chaperone tells the story of a modern day musical theater addict known simply as 'Man in Chair.' To chase his blues away he drops the needle on his favorite LP the 1928 musical comedy, The Drowsy Chaperone. From the crackle of his hi-fi, the musical magically bursts to life on-stage telling the tale of a pampered Broadway starlet who wants to give up show business to get married, her producer who sets out to sabotage the nuptials, her chaperone, the debonair groom, the dizzy chorine, the Latin lover and a pair of gangsters who double as pastry chefs.
Canadian actor Jonathan Crombie, who is widely known for playing Gilbert Blythe in the popular Anne of Green Gables movies, plays the musical-loving Man in Chair. Georgia Engel ("The Mary Tyler Moore Show" and "Everybody Loves Raymond") will reprise her role of Mrs. Tottendale for the tour. Joining them are Cliff Bemis (Feldzieg), Andrea Chamberlain (Janet Van De Graaff), Robert Dorfman (Underling), Fran Jaye (Trix), Mark Ledbetter (Robert Martin), Marla Mindelle (Kitty), James Moye (Aldolpho), Nancy Opel (The Drowsy Chaperone), Paul Riopelle (Gangster #1), Peter Riopelle (Gangster #2), and Richard Vida (George). Rounding out the cast are Kevin Crewell, Taylor Farrell, Tiffany Haas, Alicia Irving, James Patterson, Chuck Rea, Mason Roberts and Jennifer Swiderski.
The performance schedule is as follows:
Tuesday, April 1 at 8PM Wednesday, April 2 at 7:30PM Thursday, April 3 at 7:30PM Friday, April 4 at 8PM Saturday, April 5 at 2PM & 8PM Sunday, April 6 at 2PM & 7:30PM Tuesday, April 8 at 7:30PM Wednesday, April 9 at 2PM & 7:30PM Thursday, April 10 at 7:30PM Friday, April 11 at 8PM Saturday, April 12 at 2PM & 8PM Sunday, April 13 at 2PM
Tickets range in price from $25 to $75 and are available at all Broadway In Chicago Box Offices (24 W. Randolph St., 151 W. Randolph St., and 18 W. Monroe St.), through the Broadway In Chicago Ticket Line at (312) 902-1400 and at all Ticketmaster ticket centers.
Elizabeth Rex - 4/4/2008
Nicu's Spoon proudly presents Elizabeth Rex, written by Timothy Findley and directed by Joanne Zipay, for a three-week limited engagement from April 2 19.
"On the eve prior to the dawn execution of Robert, Earl of Essex, for treason, Shakespeare and his company of actors are at court. Under curfew in a barn, with the Queen, through her restless night as she struggles with the decision she has made to behead her beloved 'Robin,'" explain press notes, "On the sixteenth century stage the women roles were played by men; the only woman in the company is the seamstress who makes and repairs the costumes. The Queen is intrigued by the nature of the men that play these roles, and whether their 'essence' is truly that of a man, or of a woman. In part to entertain and divert the Queen who is tormented by her decision to execute Essex, and in part to illuminate the question that so intrigues her, members of the company recite and play short vignettes from various of Shakespeare's plays. In this vein they challenge the Queen with provocative questions that would be inadmissible at any other time or place, and reveal their sympathy for Essex. At times the Queen commands and threatens regally, at times she drops her guard and confesses her womanly feelings."
The production stars Merle Louis (Drama Desk Award Recipient), Bill Galarno (The Godfather) and Oliver Conant (Summer of '42); plus Melanie Horton, Stephanie Barton-Farcas, Rebecca Challis, Michael Digoia, Andrew Hutcheson, Sammy Mena, Scott Nogi, Tim Romero, Alvero Sena and David Tully.
Elizabeth Rex plays the following regular schedule through Saturday, April 19: Wednesdays Saturdays at 8PM. There is an added matinee on Saturday, April 19 at 3PM. April 2 is a 'SWAN' night benefit (Support Women Artists Now) with a ticket price of $25. Running time is 2 hours with an intermission.
Tickets are $18 and are now available online at www.theatermania.com or by calling 866-811-4111. Tickets may also be purchased in-person at the Spoon Theatre Box Office, 1 hour prior to showtime. The Spoon Theatre is located at 38 West 38th St, 5th floor, between 5th and 6th.
Trojen Women - 4/4/2008
Berkeley's acclaimed Aurora Theatre Company proudly presents the Professional World Premiere of The Trojan Women by lauded actress and playwright Ellen McLaughlin (best known for the role of "Angel" in Angels in America, and her plays Iphigenia and Other Daughters, Narrow Bed, and Tongue of a Bird).
"Inspired by Euripides' classic anti-war tragedy, The Trojan Women, first produced during the Greek Peloponnesian War, examines the aftermath of the Trojan War through the eyes of its surviving women. Queen Hecuba, the slave-concubine Andromache, and Helen, the woman whose beauty started it all, meet in the ruins of Troy after their city has been sacked, their husbands killed, and their families taken away as slaves. Vividly recounting the final days of the Trojan civilization, The Trojan Women is an impassioned cry against violence that insists upon the victory of spirit amid the horrors created by gods and men," describe press notes.
For tickets and information ($28-50) the public can call (510) 843-4822 or visit auroratheatre.org. The chorus of The Trojan Women features an artistic collaboration with four young actors from the Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies at the University of California, Berkeley.
Previews are April 4, 5 & 9 at 8PM; April 6 at 2PM; officially opening April 10 with performances through May 11. Show times are Wednesday through Saturday at 8PM; Sunday at 2PM & 7PM. The Aurora Theatre is located at 2081 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA 94704
For tickets (previews $28, regular performances $40-42, limited opening night seating $50), and information, the public can call (510) 843-4822 or visit www.auroratheatre.org.
40th Annual Magical Arts Event - LA - 4/5/2008
Executive Producer and Director Dale Hindman and Producer Mark Nelson, in association with The Academy of Magical Arts and The Magic Castle, presents the 40th Annual Awards Show & Banquet of the Academy of Magical Arts, Inc. (www.magiccastle.com).
A highly anticipated entertainment tradition, The Academy of Magical Arts 40th annual Awards Show & Banquet celebrates the lavish world of mystic and illusion by gathering the top magicians from all over the world for one star-studded spectacular night that will include Neil Patrick Harris, Jason Alexander, David Krumholtz, Hal Sparks, Matthew Gray Gubler, Steve Valentine, Tippi Hedren, Loni Anderson, Rose Marie, Florence Henderson, Richard M. Sherman and Milt Larsen, among others to be announced.
The event will be presented Saturday, April 5, 2008, Cocktail reception 6PM, dinner 7PM followed by show at the Wilshire Ballroom of The Beverly Hilton Hotel (9876 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028).
Academy of Magical Arts Awards - 4/5/2008
All Star Line up for Academy of Magical Arts Awards includes: Neil Patrick Harris, Jason Alexander, David Krumholtz, Hal Sparks, Matthew Gray Gubler, Steve Valentine, Tippi Hedren, Loni Anderson, Rose Marie, Florence Henderson, Bruce Vilanch, Sigfried Fischbacher, Bruce Davison, Joan Van Ark, Richard M. Sherman and Milt Larsen, with more to be announced.
Saturday, April 5th, 2008, Cocktail reception 6:00, dinner 7:00 followed by show.
Wilshire Ballroom of The Beverly Hilton Hotel, 9876 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
$185 per dinner. Call 323-382-6625 or e.mail mpatton@magiccastle.com. For further information, please visit www.magiccastle.com
Tituss Burgess in Concert - 4/7/2008
Tituss Burgess, currently starring as Sebastian in Disney's The Little Mermaid, will perform a solo concert at The Metropolitan Room on Monday, April 7 at 9:30PM.
Burgess will offer tunes from Duke Ellington to Jason Robert Brown as well as songs off of his solo album, "Here's To You," which is available now on iTunes and Cdbaby.
Burgess will be joined by Kay Trinidad (The Little Mermaid) and Cassondra Kellam. He will be backed by a 6 piece band with music direction by Justin Paul (Jonathon Larson Award, Edges).
The Metropolitan Room is located at 34 West 22nd Street (between 5th and 6th Avenue). There is a $20 cover charge and a two-drink minimum. Reservations can be made by calling (212) 206-0440.
Kitty and Lina - 4/3/2008
Kitty and Lina, a new play by Manuel Igrejas will be presented at manhattantheatresource (177 MacDougal Street) April 3 26, 2008.
"Kitty came to New York fueled by fantasies of a Manhattan created by Woody Allen. Her day job pays the rent but her evenings are reserved for The Inwood Merry Players, of which she is a charter member. She's still finding her way in the big, grimy playground and sometimes, being a pretty girl isn't all it's cracked up to be," describe press notes, "Lina is on the other end of the ride. An immigrant from Portugal, she escaped her arranged marriage and through pluck, luck and a little on the side, had a career in publishing. Now retired, she still loves New York but finds there are new challenges for women of a certain age.'
Kitty and Lina opens on Thursday, April 3 and runs through Saturday, April 26 at manhattantheatresource (177 MacDougal Street, between Waverly Place and West 8th Street; Subway: A/C/E or B/D/F/V to West 4th).
The performance schedule is Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8pm. Admission is $18. Reservations can be made through TheaterMania at 212-352- 3101 or www.theatermania.com.
Driving Miss Daisy - 4/2/2008
First Folio Shakespeare Festival Presents this Pulitzer Prize-winning play detailing the relationship between an elderly Southern Jewish matron and her African-American chauffeur over the span of several decades.
Performance is at the First Folio Shakespeare Festival, Mayslake Peabody Estate 1717 W. 31st Street, Oak Brook. Call (630)986-8067 for tickets or on the Internet at www.firstfolio.org. Runs April 2nd-May 4,2008.
Better Late - 4/2/2008
Northlight Theatre presents Chicago favorites John Mahoney and Mike Nussbaum as they star in the world premiere romantic comedy! This bitingly funny December-December-December romance is not to be missed!
Performance is at Northlight Theatre, North Shore Center for the Performing Arts 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. Call (847)673-6300 for ticket information or go to www.northlight.org. Runs April 2nd- May 11th, 2008.
Driving Miss Daisy - 4/2/2008
First Folio Shakespeare Festival presents this Pulitzer Prize-winning play that details the relationship between an elderly Southern Jewish matron and her African-American chauffeur over the span of several decades.
Performance is at the First Folio Shakespeare Festival, Mayslake Peabody Estate 1717 W. 31st Street, Oak Brook.
For ticket information call (630)986-8067 or go to www.firstfolio.org.
You Can Never Tell - 4/4/2008
The Village Players Theatre presents this Comedy of Errors that tells the story of Mrs. Clandon and her three children, who have just returned to England after an 18-year stay in Madeira.
Performances run April 4-27 at the Village Players Theatre 1010 W. Madison St. Oak Park. For tickets call (866) 764-1010 or visit www.village-players.org.
The Blue House - 4/5/2008
Adventures Stage Chicago presents this world premiere contemporary children's ghost story told through the eyes of a young Latina girl living in the Chicago neighborhood of Pilsen.
Performances are at the Vittum Theatre 1012 Nobile Street. Call (773)342-4141 for ticket information or visit www.adventurestages.org. Runs April 5- May 3, 2008.
A Passage to India - 4/8/2008
Vitalist Theatre presents a naive young Englishwoman who sets destructive forces in motion when she breaks colonial taboos by associating with a Muslim doctor. Set in India during the Raj.
Performance is at the Theatre Building Chicago 1225 W. Belmont Avenue. Call (773)327-5252 for ticket information or visit www.theatrebuildingchicago.org or www.vitalisttheatre.org. Runs April 8th-May 18, 2008
Can Can- Closing - 4/6/2008
The lush lyrics and memorable melodies of American musical master Cole Porter inspire the story of French Judge Forestier's attempts to ban the nation's most beloved dance.
Performance at the Circle Theatre 7300 W. Madison Street, Forest Park. Call (708)771-0700 or go to www.circle-theatre.org. Runs Feb 29-Apr 6, 2008.
Nine - 4/4/2008
Porchlight Music Theatre presents the story of a famous film director and his attempts to come up with a plot for his next film as he is pursued by hordes of beautiful women.
Performance is at The Theatre Building Chicago 1225 W. Belmont Ave. Call (773)327-5252 for more information or go to www.theatrebuildingchicago.org or www.porchlighttheatre.com for more information. Runs April 4th-May 18th, 2008.
Max & Ruby - 4/5/2008
Center East presents the perfect family outing! Join in the fun with this lovable new musical full of adventure and sibling revelry!
Performance at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. Call (847) 673-6300 for more information or go to www. centereast.org.
Apple Pie-CGMC Concert - 4/4/2008
Chicago Gay Men's Chorus is rolling out the bunting and firing up the sparklers in a tribute to everything that makes America great, including patriotic songs and flaming baton twirlers.
Performance at the Athenaeum Theatre 2936 N. Southport. Call (773)935-6860 or visit the web at www.cgmc.org. Runs April 4-5th.
Etta James in Concert - 4/5/2008
Naperville-North Central College Performing Arts Association celebrates an incredible five decades as a recording artist with music legend Etta James as she showcases her enduring artistry on an amazing diversity of songs.
Performance at Pfeiffer Hall, North Central College campus 310 E. Benton, Naperville. Call(630)637-7469 for more information or go to www.naparts.org.
ComedySportz: Open Run Variety - 4/1/2008
Comedysportz is Chicago's hilarious improv comedy show that is appropriate for all ages.
Performance at The ComedySportz Theatre 929 W. Belmont. Call (773) 549-8080 for ticket information and times or go to www.comedysportzchicago.com.
Dirt - 4/2/2008
Dreck Productions and the Austrian Cultural Forum are proud to present a NYC revival of Dirt, the European award-winning one-man show written by Robert Schneider, which went on to become a critically acclaimed production at the 2007 NY International Fringe Festival. Dirt is directed by David Robinson and performed by Christopher Domig. Performances run from April 2 - 26, 2008 in a limited engagement at Under St. Marks in NYC. Previews begin April 2 for an April 5 opening.
Under St. Marks is located at 94 St. Marks Place between 1st Avenue & Avenue A in NYC. Performances run Wednesdays-Saturdays at 8pm. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students with valid ID and can be purchased online at http://www.SmartTix.com or by calling 212-868-4444. Running time is 75 minutes. For more info and to view selected scenes from the play visit http://www.dirt-nyc.com.
Marcy in the Galaxy - 4/6/2008
Marcy in the Galaxy, a world premiere musical, with book, music, and lyrics by Nancy Shayne, based on a story by Ms. Shayne and Michael Patrick King, and directed by artistic director Jack Cummings III; beginning performances Friday, March 28 (220 East 4 Street, between Avenues A & B). The opening has been scheduled for Sunday, April 6 at 3PM.
"Marcy in the Galaxy is a humorous and poignant musical glimpse at what happens when dreams of being a New York artist take longer to come true than planned. At mid-life, Marcy finds herself alone in the Galaxy Dinerout of money and almost out of hopein this darkly comic romp through dreams, disappointment, family, first love, and absolutely delicious diner desserts," describe press notes.
The cast of Marcy in the Galaxy is Donna Lynne Champlin, Teri Ralston , Janet Carroll, Mary-Pat Green, Jenny Fellner and Jonathan Hammond.
Marcy in the Galaxy plays Thursday through Saturday and Monday at 8PM, Saturday at 2PM, and Sunday at 3PM through Sunday, April 20, at 220 East 4 Street (between Avenues A & B). There is only one performance on Saturday, March 29. The evening performance on Saturday, April 5 is at 7pm. There are added performances on Sunday, March 30, at 7pm and Wednesday, April 2, at 8pm.
Tickets are $38 and are available at www.transportgroup.org or by phoning TheaterMania at (212) 352-3101; $10 rush tickets are available to students one hour prior to curtain. For more information about Transport Group and Marcy in the Galaxy, visit www.transportgroup.org.
Nine - 4/6/2008
Porchlight Music Theatre, Chicago, presents its season finale, the sexy and sophisticated Broadway musical, Nine. This Tony-Award Winning Best Musical is now in development with Rob Marshall to become a major motion picture. Chicago audiences can catch the musical live at Theatre Building Chicago from April 4 to May 18, 2007. The Press Opening is Sunday, April 6 at 2:30pm.
Nine is an unconventional love story based on Italian film director Federico Fellini's comedic masterpiece, "8 ½." The acclaimed production is the recipient of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical in 1982 and Best Revival of a Musical in 2003. The show is also the winner of ten Drama Desk Awards, including Outstanding Musical in 1982 and Outstanding Revival of a Musical in 2003. Nine's music and lyrics are by Maury Yeston, and the show's book is by Arthur Kopit.
Nine examines the midlife crisis of film director Guido Contini (who is based on the real life Federico Fellini). Guido's fortieth birthday sends him into an emotional tailspin that threatens to destroy his marriage and career. Guido brings his wife to Venice to save his marriage and restore his artistic passion, but while there he falls back into a tangled web of romance and deception. He is forced to examine his flawed relationships with the many women he has loved. Eventually, Guido learns to act like an adult, instead of a self-indulgent nine year old child.
Rob Marshall, the director and choreographer of the movie musical "Chicago," is in pre-production for a film based on Nine the Musical. The film is set to star Javier Bardem, Sophia Loren and Penelope Cruz. It is slated to be released in 2009.
Porchlight's cast includes, Jeff Parker as Guido Contini. The women in his life include his wife Luisa (Heather Townsend), his mistress Carla (Maggie Portman) and his muse, Claudia (Marie Svejda-Groh). The ensemble includes: Christin P. Boulette, Danielle Brothers, Brigitte Ditmars, Kristen Freilich, Vanessa Greenway, Jennifer T. Grubb, Bethany Thomas, Abigail Trabue. Young Guido at nine years old will be played by Matthew Gold.
Nine reunites much of the original team from Porchlight's award-winning musical Ragtime. Nine is directed by artistic director, L. Walter Stearns, with music direction by Eugene Dizon and choreography by Brenda Didier. The sexy costumes are by Bill Morey and the scenic universe is designed by Kevin Depinet. Julian Pike is the lighting designer, Kevin Carney is the sound designer and Christopher Tisone is the stage manager.
Ticket Information
Porchlight Music Theatre will present Nine at Theatre Building Chicago, 1225 West Belmont (at Racine), from April 4 through May 18, 2008. The performance schedule is: Fridays at 8:00 p.m., Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $34 and $35 with discounts available for seniors, students and groups. For tickets call the box office at Theatre Building Chicago at 773.327.5252 or visit www.theatrebuildingchicago.org. Tickets are also available through TicketMaster at 312.902.1500 or www.ticketmaster.com. For group discounts, call 312.423.6612 or visit grouptheatertix.com.
About Porchlight Music Theatre
Porchlight Music Theatre is Chicago's music theatre leader; producing award-winning interpretations of classic musicals and cutting-edge new works on intimate stages. The company has staged 35 shows including four world premieres, among them, The Teapot Scandals, its first work developed through Off the Porch, Porchlight's new works program, as well as seven Chicago premieres. Porchlight earned the most Jeff awards of any Chicago music theater and the most After Dark Awards of any Chicago theater in 2007. An Equity theater since 2004, the company has already received a total of 24 Joseph Jefferson Award nominations resulting in 10 Jeff Awards.
Porchlight Music Theatre is partially supported by generous contributions from Alaron, the A.R.T League, the William Blair & Company Foundation, a City Arts Program 2 Grant from the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs, the Elizabeth F. Cheney Foundation, the Gaylord & Dorothy Donnelly Foundation, the Illinois Arts Council (a state agency), the MacArthur Fund for Arts & Culture at the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation, McDonald's, Mummert Consulting Group, 900 North Michigan Surgery Center, Peoples Energy, and The Saints.
PORCHLIGHT MUSIC THEATRE'S 20082009 SEASON
Musical JourneysA Season of Musical Destinations
Candide
Book by Hugh Wheeler
Lyrics by John Latouche, Richard Wilbur and Stephen Sondheim
Music by Leonard Bernstein
Based on the novel 'Candide' by Voltaire
Previews September 13, Press Opening September 15, Performances to November 2, 2008
Pacific Overtures
Book by John Weidman
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Previews March 14, Press Opening March 16, Performances continue to May 3, 2009
Once on This Island
Book and Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Based on the novel, My Love, My Love by Rosa Guy
Previews May 9, Press Opening May 11, Performances continue to June 28, 2009
Ticket Information:
Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:45pm and Sundays at 2:30pm. Single tickets are $35 with discounts available for students and seniors. Single Tickets may be purchased through the box office at Theatre Building 773.327.5252 or www.TicketMaster.com.
Travel the World Subscription Passports are available through the Porchlight Music Theatre Business Office porchlighttheatre@yahoo.com or 773.325.9884.
Group Sales Discounts are available through Group Theater Tix at 312.423.6612 or 866.809.3075.
The Trip to Bountiful- Closing - 4/6/2008
Horton Foote's tender, heartfelt study focuses on Carrie Watts, who dreams of returning to her childhood home in the small town of Bountiful, Texas, which she left three decades ago. She sets out to fulfill her dream, with results that are both heartbreaking and brilliantly life-affirming.Actor/director Harris Yulin recreates his off-Broadway triumph, featuring a luminous performance by Obie Award-winner Lois Smith. 'The Trip to Bountiful' runs approximately two hours without intermission.
'The Trip to Bountiful' runs at the Goodman Theatre from March 1st-April 6th, 2008. For Ticket information call the Box Office (312)443.3800.
Women of the Wick @ Bailiwick - 4/8/2008
Outstanding Women of Bailiwick's Past, Present & Future, Led by Cabaret Star HONEY WEST, Come Together for the Benefit Concert, "Women of the Wick."
Tickets for the Women of the Wick Concert are $50 for VIP Admission and $25 for General Admission. The concert is in the Bailiwick Mainstage and starts at 7:30pm on April 8th. For tickets to the Women of the Wick Concert, please call 773-883-1090 or visit www.bailiwick.org.
Ray Davies- Concert - 4/1/2008
Ray Davies and his band will be embarking on a short tour this spring and will make an appearance at The Chicago Theatre on April 1st.
Davies and his band will crank out a full evening's worth of Kinks hits, rarities and music from his solo career.
Bowfire- Concert @ The Chicago Theatre - 4/1/2008
Bowfire presents an all-star show of the finest lineup of fiddle and violin virtuosos ever assembled on one stage. It takes its audiences on a musical journey that moves seamlessly from jazz, classical, bluegrass, celtic, rock, gypsy, world, Texas swing and Ottawa Valley and Cape Breton styles and mixes in incredible step and tap dancing and a beautiful voice. All of this gets wrapped around a fast-paced show with first class production values that include great sound, choreography, dramatic lighting, set design and costumes.
April 1st, 2008 at The Chicago Theatre 175 N State St Chicago, IL 60601 Phone: (312) 443-1130.
What They Have - 4/4/2008
The Kate Robin play makes its debut at South Coast Rep.
Idina Menzel Concert - 4/1/2008
Tony Award winner Idina Menzel, who recently released her new solo recording "I Stand," will launch a limited concert tour April 1 at the George Street Playhouse in New Brunswick, NJ.
Sweeney Todd DVD Release - 4/1/2008
Tim Burton's "Sweeney Todd," starring Oscar-nominated Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter, will be released on April 1. The film won the Oscar for Best Art Direction.
Julie Andrews @ Barnes and Noble - 4/2/2008
The legendary singer/actress signs copies of her new autobiography "Home" at the Union Square Barnes and Noble from 7-9pm.
The Flaming Dames in Vegas Baby - 4/4/2008
The Flaming Dames are back and raising the stakes once more with their latest revue, The Flaming Dames in Vegas Baby. This time around the ladies are paying homage to everything glitzy, glamorous, and sexy about that city of 'sin', Las Vegas, Nevada. Returning once again to Uptown's The Spot, the 'dames' are ready to entice with brand new 'strip'-tastic dances and two hot new hosts. High rollers, lounge lizards, and rat packers alike will be welcomed by seasoned stage veteran and Las Vegas alum, Mr. Jack Spade who will be sharing the stage and Master of Ceremony duties with the greatest entertainer of all time, "Mr Vegas" himself, Tony Clifton. From the classic Vegas showgirl styles to the latest hip-gyrating moves, The Flaming Dames in Vegas Baby could raise Elvis from the dead and shoot him through the Stratosphere.
The Flaming Dames in Vegas Baby runs Fridays at 10:30, April 4th through June 6th at The Spot, 4437 N. Broadway in Chicago. Advance tickets are $15 and can be purchased at www.nmtchicago.org or reserved by calling 312-458-9083. Limited tickets are available at the door.
The Drowsy Chaperone - 4/1/2008
Get ready to be transported to a magical, wonderful world! A world where the critics are in awe, the audiences are in heaven and the neighborhood is buzzing with excitement. Welcome to THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, the new musical comedy that is swooping into town with tons of laughs and the most 2006 Tony Awards of any musical on Broadway!
It all begins when a die-hard musical fan plays his favorite cast album, a 1928 smash hit called "The Drowsy Chaperone," and the show magically bursts to life. We are instantly immersed in the glamorous, hilarious tale of a celebrity bride and her uproarious wedding day, complete with thrills and surprises that take both the cast (literally) and the audience (metaphorically) soaring into the rafters.
Appropriate for all ages.
Ticket prices are $25 to $75 and may be ordered through Ticketmaster, or see Ticket Information for more options.
Groups On Sale Now! To Book Your Group of 20 or more, Call (312) 977-1710!
Runs April 01, 2008 - April 13, 2008 at The Cadillac Palace Theatre, Chicago Illinois.
The Strangerer - 4/4/2008
Theater Oobleck Remounts Mickle Maher's Critically Acclaimed Political Murder Mystery: 'The Strangerer.'
Bush, Kerry and Camus Meet Again at Chopin Theatre Beginning April 4th.
Just in time for election season 2008, Theater Oobleck remounts Mickle Maher's smash hit 'The Strangerer' at The Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division.
Opening April 4 at 8 p.m. Mickle Maher, Guy Massey, Colm O'Reilly and Brian Shaw star in The Strangerer, deconstructing the first George Bush/John Kerry presidential debate with a satirical twist inspired by the Albert Camus classic 'The Stranger.' 'The Strangerer' marks the beginning of Theater Oobleck's 20th anniversary season.
The Strangerer runs April 4 through May 11 at the Chopin Theatre.
Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m.
Tickets are $10 "more if you've got it, free if you're broke." For information or reservations, call 773.347.1041 or visit www.theateroobleck.com. Tickets are purchased at the door with cash or check (no credit cards).
The Jungle Book - 4/5/2008
South Coast Rep's teen players present the classic at Nicholas Studio.
