Broderick Led THE STARRY MESSENGER Now Opens 11/23October 26, 2009The New Group will presents the world premiere of The Starry Messenger written and directed by Kenneth Lonergan as the first production in its 2009-2010 season. This production plays a limited Off-Broadway engagement from October 26 - December 12 at The New Group @ Theatre Row, with Official Opening Night now set for Monday, November 23 at 8:00 PM. This delayed opening is due to a last minute cast change (Merwin Goldsmith replaced Jonathan Hadary) as previously reported.
Wolf Trap's Summer 2010 Season Includes CATS, Keillor & More, Tickets on Sale 10/26October 26, 2009Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts will break tradition this year rolling out its entire 2010 Filene Center summer season at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts in four separate installments, the first one on Monday, October 26. By announcing shows as they are booked throughout the winter and spring months, Wolf Trap patrons, members, and prospective members will have advanced access to their favorite summer performers. Premium in-house seats will be available on October 26 to Wolf Trap members, well in advance of the November 21 general public on-sale.
Damian Lewis Talks THE MISANTHROPE to The Daily MailOctober 25, 2009Damian Lewis leads an outstanding ensemble featuring Tara Fitzgerald, Keira Knightley, Dominic Rowan and Tim McMullan in Martin Crimp's blistering version of Molière's greatest comedy, The Misanthrope. Directed by Thea Sharrock, the play will open at the Comedy Theatre on 17 December 2009 with previews from 7 December 2009.
STAGE TUBE: THIS IS IT - Michael Jackson Behind the ScenesOctober 25, 2009Michael Jackson's 'This Is It' concert film opens worldwide in IMAX and conventional theaters in just five days, and a brand new clip has been released showing Jackson behind the scene as he greets and rehearses with his dancers. Sony Pictures Entertaiment announced last month that the release date for 'Michael Jackson: This Is It' has been moved up to Oct. 28, two days earlier than previously announced.
Tesori Set for 'FUN HOME' Musical Adaptation, Mantello to DirectOctober 25, 2009'Behind The Curtain' on Courant.com reports that SHREK composer Jeanine Tesori is partnering with with writer Lisa Kron ('Well,' '2.5 Minute Ride') on a musical adaptation of the graphic novel, 'Fun Home,' by Alison Bechnell. Joe Mantello, reveals 'Behind The Curtain,' will direct.
THE NEIL SIMON PLAYS's Two 'Eugenes', Robbins and Grisetti Profiled in The New York PostOctober 25, 2009THE Neil Simon Plays are the first Broadway revivals of two of Neil Simon's beloved Eugene Morris Jerome plays, Brighton Beach Memoirs and Broadway Bound, directed by David Cromer. Brighton Beach Memoirs opens tonight, Sunday, October 25 at the Nederlander Theatre. Broadway Bound joins Brighton Beach Memoirs in repertory on November 18, with opening night on Thursday, December 10
The Donmar Warehouse Featured in The New York TimesOctober 25, 2009The Donmar Warehouse (producer of the current Broadway production of Hamlet starring Jude Law) announced that its yearlong West End season at the 750-seat Wyndham's Theater played to 98% of capacity. The Donmar is also making quite the mark on the Broadway stage with a number of current productions this season.
STAGE TUBE: Jackson Backup Singer Hill Talks 'THIS IS IT' to ETOctober 24, 2009Michael Jackson's 'This Is It' concert film opens worldwide in IMAX and conventional theaters in just five days, and singer/musician Judith Hill was there for every moment of the film and shared its secrets with ET's Kevin Frazier. Sony Pictures Entertaiment announced last month that the release date for 'Michael Jackson: This Is It' has been moved up to Oct. 28, two days earlier than previously announced. Tickets go on sale Sept. 27.
Byrne Led HBO Series IN TREATMENT Renewed for Third SeasonOctober 24, 2009HBO has renewed the Emmy-winning half-hour drama series IN TREATMENT, which will begin production on its third season in New York in early 2010, with debut scheduled for later in the year, it was announced today by Michael Lombardo, president, Programming Group and West Coast Operations, HBO.
STAGE TUBE: Adam Lambert Dishes on DETAILS Photo ShootOctober 24, 2009Adam Lambert was a true stand out on AMERICAN IDOL's 8th season - coming in second place in the finals behind winner Kris Allen. Lambert chats about his recent DETAILS photo shoot in this new video which you can watch right here on STAGE TUBE!
NORTHERN LIGHTS/ SOUTHERN CROSS Opens at the Guthrie 10/24October 24, 2009The Guthrie will present Northern Lights/Southern Cross: Tales from the Other Side of the World, an international collaboration between Interact Theater and Australia's Tutti Ensemble, companies both comprised largely of artists with disabilities. An epic tale spanning cultures and hemispheres, acclaimed actor/playwright/storyteller Kevin Kling shares his story of personal growth and rebirth, in the production directed by Interact artistic director Jeanne Calvit, with original music by Tutti Ensemble's Pat Rix. Northern Lights/Southern Cross: Tales from the Other Side of the World will run October 22 - November 8 in the Dowling Studio.
TV: LE REVE - Behind the Scenes!October 24, 2009Wynn Las Vegas and DRAGONE have redefined the traditional theatrical experience with 'Le Reve' (The Dream), the evocative aqua spectacle in-the-round. The show features an ambitious blend of aerial acrobatics, provocative choreography and outrageous antics from the colorful characters.