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Amy Pietz To Teach Viola Spolin's Improv Acting Technique

Sills/Spolin Theater Works has announced esteemed actress of TV and film Amy Pietz will be teaching a new generation of actors the technique of Viola Spolin, the legendary theater innovator known as the 'Mother of improvisational theater.'
Staged Reading of LIFE ON EARTH by Keliher Walsh to Take Place at Pico Playhouse This Month

Pico Playhouse will present a staged reading of the world premiere play Life on Earth by Keliher Walsh on Friday, November 18, at 8pm.
Fountain Theatre Gives Women A Voice With Free Readings of MY BODY, NO CHOICE

Following last summer's triumphant readings of Lisa Loomer's Roe and with the midterm elections upon us, The Fountain Theatre once again jumps into action to give women a voice. The Fountain joins 20 theaters and universities across the U.S. to present two evenings of My Body, No Choice, staged readings of monologues commissioned by Washington D.C.'s Arena Stage.
BWW Review: DESIGNING WOMEN at TheatreSquared brings the Sugarbaker sass to NWA

If you were a fan of the television show Designing Women back in the 80s and early 90s (which I was), this show is for you. If you were not watching tv back then, this is still for you. Giving off a Feminist vibe with a southern spin from the moment you enter the theatre, this production covers all of today's topics including #metoo, Black Lives Matter, COVID, and Donald Trump. There is also a nod to Cardi B and the Kardashians.
Casting Complete for TheatreSquared's DESIGNING WOMEN

Broadway’s Carmen Cusack (Wicked, Bright Star, South Pacific), a Tony Award nominee, plays the indomitable Julia Sugarbaker through October 11, when she returns to Broadway in Flying Over Sunset.
TheatreSquared Announces Principal Casting For DESIGNING WOMEN

The debut cast for the show includes actors from stage and screen. Broadway's Carmen Cusack (Wicked, Bright Star, South Pacific), a Tony Award nominee, plays the indomitable Julia Sugarbaker. Amy Pietz (Caroline in the City, The Office) will portray Suzanne Sugarbaker. Actor and comedian Sarah Colonna (Shameless, Chelsea Lately) takes on the role of Mary Jo Shively, while Elaine Hendrix (Dynasty, Parent Trap) plays Charlene Frazier to round out the iconic quartet.
L.A. Theatre Works Announces Additional Audio Theater Offerings

The world's leading producer of audio theater, L.A. Theatre Works offers audiences around the globe free access to state-of-the-art recordings of both contemporary and classic plays, each performed by leading actors of stage and screen.
BWW Interview: Reggie Lee Takes On The Voice Of The Iconic Harvey Milk

As part of the official kick-off to West Hollywood's 'One City One Pride,' West Hollywood's Art Division (in collaboration with the Celebration Theatre) presents a free live-stream reading of Patricia Loughrey's DEAR HARVEY on Harvey Milk Day, May 22, 2020. Produced and directed by Celebration Theatre's artistic director Michael A. Shepperd, DEAR HARVEY recalls the too-short political career and the lasting impacting of the first openly gay elected politician, as told through the eyes of those who had the privilege of knowing him.
RECAP: The Cast of CAROLINE IN THE CITY Did a Reading of the Pilot Episode on STARS IN THE HOUSE

Stars in The House, benefiting The Actors Fund, continued Tuesday night (8pm) for a Caroline in the City Cast reunion with Malcolm Gets, Cathy Ladman, Tom La Grua, Andy Lauer, Eric Lutes, John Mariano, Amy Pietz and Lea Thompson.
Virtual Theatre Today: Tuesday, May 12- with James Snyder, Jeanna de Waal, Anika Noni Rose, and More!

Today (May 12) in live streaming: It's the Day of the Show Y'all with Spencer Glass, Ken Davenport chats with James Snyder and so much more!
VIDEO: Watch a CAROLINE IN THE CITY Reunion on STARS IN THE HOUSE- Live at 8pm!

Stars in the House continues today (2pm) with guest Host Andréa Burns joined by Jason Robert Brown and Georgia Stitt and tonight (8pm) with Wayne Brady.
VIDEO: Watch Michelle Collins, Ellie Kemper & More on STARS IN THE HOUSE

Stars in the House continues today (2pm) with guest Host Michelle Collins and Karen Chee, Ellie Kemper, Kelly McCreary and Brian Safi and tonight (8pm) for a Caroline in the City Cast reunion.
Lea Thompson, Malcolm Gets & More From CAROLINE IN THE CITY to Reunite on STARS IN THE HOUSE

Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley announced today that, 25 years after the first episode was shot, the cast of 'Caroline In The City' will come together on 'Stars In The House' to celebrate with a reading of the pilot script and conversation.
L.A. Theatre Works Streams Recordings Featuring Alan Alda, Nathan Lane and More

With venues everywhere dark during this extraordinary time, world-class theater from L.A. Theatre Works is just a click away.
Pasadena Playhouse Completes Cast of John C. Reilly Led GATHER

Pasadena Playhouse, the State Theater of California, is pleased to announce that casting is complete for Gather: Surprising Stories & Other Mischief.  Academy and Tony Award Nominee John C. Reilly and an amazing ensemble of actors will craft a spirited evening of Story Theater, which Reilly has created with Patrick Murphy, who will also direct. The production will play Friday, May 24 through Saturday, June 22, in the Carrie Hamilton Theatre of the Pasadena Playhouse.
Drama Performer Pre-Nominations Announced for the 46th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the Drama Performer Pre-Nominations for the 46th Annual Daytime Emmy® Awards.
NATAS Announces the DAYTIME EMMYS Drama Performer Pre-Nominations

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the Drama Performer Pre-Nominations for the 46th Annual Daytime Emmy® Awards.
Review: SWEAT Explores Brutal Realities of Working the Line With Blinders On

It has often been said that the work-a-day world is made up of blood, sweat and tears. Perhaps that is most true for blue collar workers who find themselves laboring with their hands, especially in factories where those on the line are required to stand for hours on end doing repetitive work with little hope of any real recognition or promotion into management. Such is the case of the characters in Center Theatre Group's production of SWEAT, the 2017 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Lynn Nottage, now at the Mark Taper Forum through October 7, 2018.
Photo Flash: Lynn Nottage's SWEAT Opens at the Mark Taper Forum

Center Theatre Group's production of 'Sweat' by Lynn Nottage will opened at the Mark Taper Forum last night. Check out photos from the event below!
Center Theatre Group's Production Of SWEAT Opens At The Mark Taper Forum

Center Theatre Group's production of "Sweat" by Lynn Nottage will open at the Mark Taper Forum on Wednesday, September 5 at 8 p.m. Directed by Lisa Peterson, the 2017 Pulitzer Prize-winning play is currently in previews and continues through October 7, 2018.

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