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William 'Bill' Pullinsi, Candlelight Dinner Playhouse Founder, Dies at 86
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2026

William 'Bill' Pullinsi, the director and producer credited with pioneering dinner theatre and founding Chicago's Candlelight Dinner Playhouse, has died at 86. His venues launched the careers of Mandy Patinkin, Shelley Long, and others.

BWW Review: ROMEO A JULIE ve Státní opeře
by Krystof Petrasek - Feb 15, 2022

Národní divadlo v Praze odehrálo v budově Státní opery premiéru očekávaného baletu Sergeje Prokofjeva Romeo a Julie. Po moderně zpracované inscenaci Petra Zusky, která se hrála několik let, přichází tradičně zpracované provedení Romea a Julie v choreografii Johna Cranka.

AmpleHarvest.org Announces New Board President
by Robert Diamond - Apr 18, 2019

Chelsea Kane, Patricia Richardson, Todd Sherry & Josh Zuckerman cast in a new circumcision comedy play KNIFE TO THE HEART
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2018

Director and playwright Stan Zimmerman has found his quartet of actors for his new comedy Knife to the Heart, co-written with Christian McLaughlin. The show will play a limited run of 3 WEEKS ONLY for 9 performances (May 4-20) at the Dorie Theatre, part of The Complex on LA's famed Theatre Row (6476 Santa Monica Blvd, LA CA 90038). Show times are Friday and Saturday at 8pm and Sunday at 3pm. The cast includes Chelsea Kane ('Baby Daddy'), Todd Sherry ('Parks & Recreation'), Josh Zuckerman (A Delicate Ship) and four-time Emmy-nominee Patricia Richardson ('Home Improvement'). Tickets are $35 for Reserved Seating /$25 General Admission/$30 at the door, if available, and can be purchased at www.brownpapertickets.com. A special preview performance is Friday May 4 with an Opening Night of Saturday May 5.

Wendie Malick Leads LA Play Reading of New Circumcision Comedy
by Ashlee Latimer - Oct 8, 2016

The new Stan Zimmerman & Christian McLaughlin play, Knife to the Heart, a comedy about circumcision, will hold a private reading on October 16, 2016, at Los Angeles's Lex Theatre. The cast for the reading will include Wendie Malick (Hot in Cleveland), Todd Sherry (Parks & Recreation), Katie Walder (How I Met Your Mother), and Josh Zuckerman (Desperate Housewives). Michael Matthews will direct.

Zimmerli Art Museum Examines American Art Circa 1966
by Molly Tracy - Oct 6, 2016

When the Zimmerli's curators first devised two complementary exhibitions of American art titled Circa 1966 - one focusing on prints, the other on paintings and sculpture - the intention was to commemorate the museum's golden anniversary by spotlighting key works created around the time of its founding. But in addition to spotlighting revolutionary movements that now have an established presence in art history, the subjects of many of the works focus on social and political discussions from the era that have prominently re-emerged across the United States.

New York Film Academy Collaborates with Wounded Warrior Project on Family Workshop
by Caryn Robbins - May 4, 2015

The New York Film Academy announced that the College is providing a unique intensive hands-on workshop to Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) warriors, their caregivers, and families.

The Gilded Nut Snack Co. to be Featured by Love With Food - Each Box Shipped Will Help Combat Child Hunger
by Robert Diamond - Nov 8, 2013

Michael J. Fox & More to Be Featured on National Geographic Channel's THE '80s: THE DECADE THAT MADE US Tonight
by TV News Desk - Apr 14, 2013

They challenged us, riveted us, entertained us, made us laugh, cheer, cry and believe and National Geographic Channel announced today that the names that defined a generation will appear in the revolutionary miniseries, The '80s: The Decade That Made Us, narrated by Emmy-nominated actor and '80s icon Rob Lowe.

Mary Zentmyer Stars in LATE NITE CATECHISM at The State Theatre, Now thru 3/17
by BWW News Desk - Mar 12, 2013

Catechism classes are never as much fun - or as hilarious - as when they are led by Sister in the international hit comedy Late Nite Catechism by Vicki Quade and Maripat Donovan.

Mary Zentmyer to Star in LATE NITE CATECHISM at The State Theatre, 3/12-17
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2013

Catechism classes are never as much fun - or as hilarious - as when they are led by Sister in the international hit comedy Late Nite Catechism by Vicki Quade and Maripat Donovan.

D.T. Dignan Pens New Book of Life in the Fast Lane, RACE FROM THE FINISH
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2013

In her new book "Race from the Finish" (published by Abbott Press), D.T. Dignan pens the intense, touching and magical story of a young man intent on building a racing career and how his pursuit impacts his life and those who mean the most to him. Peppered with historical accounts of the pioneers of speed, the story will appeal to racing aficionados, classic car buffs or anyone chasing a dream or wishing they had.

LATE NITE CATECHISM Plays The State Theater, Closes 3/27
by BWW News Desk - Mar 27, 2011

Catechism classes are never as much fun - or as hilarious - as when they are led by Sister in the international hit comedy Late Nite Catechism by Vicki Quade and Maripat Donovan. Late Nite Catechism will be presented in the Acopian Ballroom at the State Theatre in Easton. Performances end March 27 at 2 PM & 6 PM.

LATE NITE CATECHISM Plays The State Theater 3/22-27
by BWW News Desk - Mar 22, 2011

Catechism classes are never as much fun - or as hilarious - as when they are led by Sister in the international hit comedy Late Nite Catechism by Vicki Quade and Maripat Donovan.

LATE NITE CATECHISM Plays The State Theater 3/22-27
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 25, 2011

Catechism classes are never as much fun - or as hilarious - as when they are led by Sister in the international hit comedy Late Nite Catechism by Vicki Quade and Maripat Donovan.

Charles Shaughnessy and Rachel York Open SPAMALOT at Ogunquit Tonight, 8/18
by Jessica Lewis - Aug 18, 2010

Charles Shaughnessy headlines Monty Python's Spamalot as King Arthur alongside Broadway veteran Rachel York as the Lady of the Lake at Ogunquit Playhouse beginning tonight, August 18. The production will run through September 11, 2010.

Charles Shaughnessy and Rachel York to Star in Ogunquit's SPAMALOT
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 23, 2010

The Ogunquit Playhouse is thrilled to announce that television, stage and screen star Charles Shaughnessy will headline this summer's delightfully zany Monty Python's Spamalot, as King Arthur, joined by Broadway veteran Rachel York as the Lady of the Lake, on stage August 18 through September 11.

Broadway Actress Natasha Rawson Dies at 92
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 22, 2009

Natasha Rawson (stage name Natasha Dana), a three-time Broadway performer in Stars in Your Eyes, The Devil Knows, and Between the Devil, died at her home last week just 10 days shy of her 93rd birthday. She died of natural causes.

RGT Extends 'MUTINY AT PORT CHICAGO' Through 8/29
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2009

MUTINY AT PORT CHICAGO opened Friday, July 10th and runs through August 29, 2009. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 2 pm at Ruskin Group Theatre, 3000 Airport Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90405.

Ruskin Group Theatre Presents World Premiere Of 'MUTINY AT PORT CHICAGO' 7/10 - 8/15
by BWW News Desk - Aug 15, 2009

Ruskin Group Theatre announces the WORLD PREMIERE production of 'MUTINY AT PORT CHICAGO' Written by Paul Leaf Opening Friday, July 10, 2009 with reception to follow. Running Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm