Ruth Draper

East Lynne Theatre Company Launches Summer Season!

'Another beautiful exercise - though rather violent and exciting - is to pretend you're nymphs in a forest, being pursued by satyrs! Open your windows wide - scatter your chairs and tables - and race around the furniture in a frenzy! It's like a wonderful game, and stimulates the imagination at the same time!" This is just one of several exercises suggested by an enthusiastic instructor to her motley students in this deliciously funny scene that was created and first performed by the incredible Ruth Draper. (more...)

I AM A TREE Opens at St. Clement's Tonight, 5/25

After premiering in a sold out, critically acclaimed run in Los Angeles, I AM A TREE, written and performed by Dulcy Rogers and directed by Allan Miller, arrives in NY, produced by United Pies, Inc, in association with The Elephant Theatre (Los Angeles). (more...)

Annette Bening Leads Ruth Draper Performances Geffen Playhouse

The Geffen Playhouse announces the remaining production in its 2013/2014 season will feature acclaimed actress Annette Bening performing a selection of monologues created and first performed by Ruth Draper. A pioneer in 20th century drama, Ruth Draper was described as, "the greatest individual performer that America has ever given." (more...)

Amber Martin to Sing Favorite Laura Nyro Songs at 54 Below, 6/16 & 23

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TALES OF THE VICTORIANS Returns to East Lynne Theatre Company, 6/13-7/21

The Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company's popular 'Tales of the Victorians' returns for its twenty-third year! Take tea at one of Cape May's finest inns or tea shops, indulge in homemade tasty treats, and listen to stories by famous American authors, like O. Henry and Louisa May Alcott, all for only $10.00. Children are always welcome, and, like other East Lynne events, ages 12 and under are free. (more...)

ELTC Hosts Q&A Following RUTH DRAPER'S COMPANY OF CHARACTERS Tonight, 6/22

Audience members have the opportunity to ask questions of the talented cast and the artistic director, Gayle Stahlhuth, on Friday, June 22, immediately after seeing the award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company's production of 'Ruth Draper's Company of Characters.' Last season, Terry Teachout of 'The Wall Street Journal' gave ELTC kudos for producing a rarely seen play by Rachel Crothers, 'He and She,' and now the company tackles the seldom seen scenes of Ruth Draper. In fact, ELTC is only the second production company to be given permission to perform her work in the past fifty-six years. (more...)

ELTC's Student Workshop Production of STORYBOOK THEATER Set for 7/2

Several animals leave home to make a living on the stage; several actors leave the stage to work for the devil; and a flounder grants wishes to a fisherman. It's all part of the fun of 'Storybook Theater: Old Tales with a New Twist,' consisting of the classic tales, 'The Bremen Town Musicians,' 'The Three Travelers,' and 'The Fisherman and His Wife.' (more...)

Sherie Rene Scott, Norbert Leo Butz & More Set for 54 Below this Week

Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, the performance venue located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. 54 Below also launched its series of late night events. Joining Tuesday nights' popular "Backstage" with Susie Mosheris the "54 Piano Bar," a new vocal competition - 'The Callback," and more: (more...)

TALES OF THE VICTORIANS Returns to East Lynne Theatre Company, Now thru 7/21

The Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company's popular 'Tales of the Victorians' returns for its twenty-third year! Take tea at one of Cape May's finest inns or tea shops, indulge in homemade tasty treats, and listen to stories by famous American authors, like O. Henry and Louisa May Alcott, all for only $10.00. Children are always welcome, and, like other East Lynne events, ages 12 and under are free. (more...)

East Lynne Theater Company Presents RUTH DRAPER'S COMPANY OF CHARACTERS, Now thru 7/21

The award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company announces its 2012 Cape May Mainstage Season. It includes classical gems, a world premiere, and a radio show. (more...)

East Lynne Theatre Company Announces 2012 Season

The award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company has its usual theater season filled with classic gems, a world premiere, and a radio show. (more...)

ELTC to Host Q&A Following RUTH DRAPER'S COMPANY OF CHARACTERS, 6/22

Audience members have the opportunity to ask questions of the talented cast and the artistic director, Gayle Stahlhuth, on Friday, June 22, immediately after seeing the award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company's production of 'Ruth Draper's Company of Characters.' Last season, Terry Teachout of 'The Wall Street Journal' gave ELTC kudos for producing a rarely seen play by Rachel Crothers, 'He and She,' and now the company tackles the seldom seen scenes of Ruth Draper. In fact, ELTC is only the second production company to be given permission to perform her work in the past fifty-six years. (more...)

Judy Kuhn, Bruce Vilanch & More Set for 54 Below this Week

Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, the performance venue located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. 54 Below also launched its series of late night events. Joining Tuesday nights' popular 'Backstage' with Susie Mosheris the '54 Piano Bar,' a new vocal competition - 'The Callback,' and more: (more...)

East Lynne Theatre Company Announces 2012 Season

The award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company has its usual theater season filled with classic gems, a world premiere, and a radio show. (more...)

East Lynne Theatre Company Announces 2012 Season

The award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company has its usual theater season filled with classic gems, a world premiere, and a radio show. (more...)

ELTC's Student Workshop Production of STORYBOOK THEATER Set for 7/2

Several animals leave home to make a living on the stage; several actors leave the stage to work for the devil; and a flounder grants wishes to a fisherman. It's all part of the fun of 'Storybook Theater: Old Tales with a New Twist,' consisting of the classic tales, 'The Bremen Town Musicians,' 'The Three Travelers,' and 'The Fisherman and His Wife.' (more...)

East Lynne Theater Company Presents THE POE MYSTERIES, 7/25-9/1

From the brutal double murder in a locked house, to the disappearance of a beautiful young woman, and the dangerous secrets in a stolen letter, these are Detective Dupin's greatest cases. (more...)

East Lynne Theater Company Announces ASL Performance of RUTH DRAPER'S COMPANY OF CHARACTERS, 7/13

On Friday, July 13 at 8:30p.m., there will be an American Sign Language Interpretation of 'Ruth Draper's Company of Characters' produced by the award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company. (more...)

East Lynne Theatre Company Announces 2012 Season

The award-winning Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company has its usual theater season filled with classic gems, a world premiere, and a radio show. (more...)

East Lynne Theater Company Receives Grant from The Puffin Foundation

The Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company has announced that it has received a $1,500 grant from the prestigious Puffin Foundation to help fund two performances of '“Emma Goldman: My Life.' In 2008, ELTC received funding from this foundation to take its 'Paul Robeson Through His Words and Music' to Saint James Presbyterian Church in Harlem. (more...)

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