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John Longenbaugh

John Longenbaugh In addition to writing theater criticism for Seattle Weekly and Backstage, John wrote the "Longenbaugh on Theatre" column for the Weekly from 2006 to 2008. His plays include Scotch and Donuts, How To Be Cool, Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol, and his other work includes the new short film "The Statistician" (available for free viewing at battlegroundproductions.tumblr.com/) and the novel "The Private Library," represented by Linn Prentis.




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The Fantasticks is an amazing show in all sorts of ways. It's the world's longest running musical, 42 years in its original incarnation (1960-2002), and eight years and counting in its off-Broadway revival. Among the actors who've taken roles since its opening in 1962 are Jerry Orbach (who originated the role of El Gallo), Liza Minnelli, Elliott Gould, Glenn Close and Kristin Chenoweth. It continues to enjoy over 250 productions annually around the world.






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