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From July 20 through August 19, The Robert G. Reim Theatre in Kirkwood will transform into the beautiful hills of Austria echoing tunes of childhood when STAGES ST. LOUIS presents the beloved musical masterpiece, The Sound of Music.

Firecat Projects and 16th Street Theater present Nickel History: The Nation of Heat, written and performed by Tony Fitzpatrick with Stan Klein July 19-August 5 in Steppenwolf's Garage Theatre, 1624 N. Halsted with a press opening of Thursday, July 19 at 8 p.m. Adapted and directed by 16th Street artistic director Ann Filmer, Nickel History features Carolyn Hoerdemann, film and video art by Kristin Reeves, and music by John Rice, Anna Fermin and Buzz Kilman. Singer-songwriter Joe Pug is a guest performer on July 19-20.

QWAN (Quality Without a Name) presents SWAN!!! and NOTES!!! at Berkshire Theatre Group's The Colonial Theatre on August 20 at 7:30pm featuring Christian Coulson, Jack Ferver, Jenn Harris, Randy Harrison, Phillip Taratula and Matthew Wilkas

Our most up-to-date weather information for Saturday, July 7, indicates a strong possibility of excessive heat on the Booth Amphitheatre stage at the regular Summerfest start time of 7:30pm.

Billy Elliot the Musical features music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, is directed by Stephen Daldry with choreography by Peter Darling. The production features scenic design by Ian MacNeil, the associate director is Julian Webber, costume design is by Nicky Gillibrand, lighting design by Rick Fisher and sound design by Paul Arditti. Musical supervision and orchestrations are by Martin Koch.

The National Theatre of the Deaf has announced six performances of the Little Theatre of the Deaf company's family-oriented production Stories In My Pocket Too during the month of August 2012 at Hygienic Art Park in New London, CT. These performances are funded in part by a grant from The City of New London Water Authority Community Fund and a generous contribution by Hygienic Art.

The Royal Court Theatre celebrated Joe Penhall's new play, BIRTHDAY, with a pre-show Moet & Chandon champagne yesterday before watching the performance. Among those in attendance for the after party were actor Benedict Cumberbatch, former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell, BIRTHDAY cast members Stephen Mangan and Lisa Dillon, and more. Scroll down for photos!

Shakespeare's spirited romantic comedy Much Ado About Nothing opens on the Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival main stage Friday, July 13, with previews July 11 and 12, and runs through August 5. Much Ado will play in repertory with Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.

Tune in to see cast members of Mike Bartlett's new hit play COCK, Jason Butler Harner, Amanda Quaid and Cory Michael Smith, interviewed on NY-1's "On Stage" this Saturday July 7 and Sunday July 8 at 9:30am and 7:30pm, and Monday July 9 (early Tuesday morning) at 12:30am.

textTHE NORMAL HEART, which ran a limited run on Broadway last year, is currently playing Arena Stage in Washington, D.C. through July 29. Get a first look at the production below!

As part of the Dark Night Series at Kumu Kahua Theatre, Ruinedmap dance will be presenting a new work that features live stone flute accompaniment by Kazuya Yokozawa. "We are proud to collaborate with him on a dance work that will feature his talents paired with unforgettable choreography," says Director and Choreographer, Abel Coelho.

Just in time for the 2012 election, David Mamet's "November" comes to the Taper.

Lincoln Center Out of Doors, which runs from July 25 to August 12, will feature 100 free performances across the plazas of Lincoln Center. Seventeen premieres and debuts highlight the three weeks of this latest edition of one of the country's longest-running, free, outdoor festivals. Week I descriptions and a chronological listing of performances follow, or visit: www.LCOutofDoors.org.

Secret Theatre Musicals has announced their production of Andrew Lippa's THE WILD PARTY. With a book, music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa (You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, John and Jen, The Addam's Family), this exciting production is directed by Taryn Turney and will play a 3-week limited engagement. Performances will begin Thursday, July 12th and continue through Saturday, July 28th at The Secret Theatre. Evening shows Thursday through Saturday are at 8pm and Sundays at 7pm, with a special matinee performance on the 28th at 3pm. For tickets or more information, visit www.secrettheatre.com.

Virginia Rep announces the return of Always…Patsy Cline featuring Debra Wagoner and Terri Moore and the full band from the Hanover Tavern stage. The show will reopen on August 10 at the Willow Lawn stage, 1601 Willow Lawn Drive, and will run through September 16.

The Charlotte improvisational theatre group, the Chuckleheads, will present their Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza at the Dilworth Neighborhood Grille, 911 East Morehead Street, Charlotte, on Saturday, July 14 beginning at 8:00pm.

Pittsburgh CLO will present Fiddler on the Roof, July 13-22 at the Benedum Center. This classic tale is filled with 'memorable music, rousing dances and a touch of human wisdom.'

Nevada's young ladies vie for the 2013 Miss Nevada Junior High, High School and Collegiate America crowns and scholarships, August 5 at the Suncoast Showroom. Doors will open at 5 p.m., with the pageant starting at 6 p.m.

Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director, Todd Schmidt-Managing Director) has announced a wide array of classes and performance opportunities for adults. There is still time to sign up for the diverse adult class Theatre School offerings that begin mid-September. For more information or to register for Paper Mill Playhouse Theatre Classes, please call Mickey McNany at 973-315-1669 or fill out a registration form on Paper Mill's website www.papermill.org.

The Theater Company of Hoboken (TTC) will reprise its production of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE in not one, but two unique outdoor venues this month. This delightful, comic operetta, with music by Arthur Sullivan and libretto by W. S. Gilbert, is directed by veteran TTC director/adaptor/actor Clara Barton Green. Great for all ages, performances will be July 13-15 & 20-22, 2012 at 7pm at Frank Sinatra Park in Hoboken and July 28 and 29, 2012 at 4pm at The Historic Jersey City and Harsimus Cemetery.