Ben Hecht
Date of Death: April 18, 1964 (70)
Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
Latest News on Ben Hecht:
Review: FUNNY GIRL at Kansas City Music Hall (Dec 5, 2024)
Classic American Tales to Present Christmas Gathering in December (Nov 12, 2024)
CAT's Final Three TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE for 2024 Will Include Works By George Ade & Will Rogers (Sep 21, 2024)
Review: FUNNY GIRL at Kansas City Music Hall (Dec 5, 2024)
Classic American Tales to Present Christmas Gathering in December (Nov 12, 2024)
CAT's Final Three TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE for 2024 Will Include Works By George Ade & Will Rogers (Sep 21, 2024)
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STAGE TUBE: Watch Scenes from Grippo Stage Co.'s THE BEN HECHT SHOW
by Tyler Peterson - 2016-06-17 15:42:49
TV Exclusive: The Porters of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY Tap Dance Through Town!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-06-04 13:00:47
STAGE TUBE: ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY's Kristin Chenoweth Performs 'Veronique'
by Stage Tube - 2015-06-02 17:15:04
TV: The Train Has Arrived! Watch Highlights from ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-13 16:06:03
TV: On the Red Carpet for Opening Night of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY with Osnes, Fontana & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-13 14:44:09
TV: Chatting with the Cast of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY on Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-03-13 17:13:09
VIDEO: Preview Connecticut Playmakers' MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS; Runs 3/20-28
by Robert Diamond - 2015-02-07 14:26:37
TV: In Rehearsal with the Cast of ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY- Peter Gallagher, Kristin Chenoweth & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-01-29 16:32:12
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Review: FUNNY GIRL at Kansas City Music Hall
by Alan Portner - Dec 5, 2024
FUNNY GIRL is one of the crown gems of the American Musical Theater. Kansas City audiences will be treated to a first-class production of a show that many theater buffs know about but have never seen. Tuesday night’s performance starred Leah Platt in the lead role of Fanny Brice. Leah has a gangbuster voice fully displayed as she plows through an excellent score with music by Jule Styne and lyrics by Bob Merrill.
by Alan Portner - Dec 5, 2024
FUNNY GIRL is one of the crown gems of the American Musical Theater. Kansas City audiences will be treated to a first-class production of a show that many theater buffs know about but have never seen. Tuesday night’s performance starred Leah Platt in the lead role of Fanny Brice. Leah has a gangbuster voice fully displayed as she plows through an excellent score with music by Jule Styne and lyrics by Bob Merrill.
Classic American Tales to Present Christmas Gathering in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024
Classic American Tales is throwing a little party to celebrate a successful 2024 Season and give a peek into the 2025 Season. The Cape May, NJ location will be revealed to attendees who purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024
Classic American Tales is throwing a little party to celebrate a successful 2024 Season and give a peek into the 2025 Season. The Cape May, NJ location will be revealed to attendees who purchase tickets.
CAT's Final Three TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE for 2024 Will Include Works By George Ade & Will Rogers
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 21, 2024
CAT has announced the final three 'Tales at the Dormer House' for 2024, featuring works by George Ade and Will Rogers.
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 21, 2024
CAT has announced the final three 'Tales at the Dormer House' for 2024, featuring works by George Ade and Will Rogers.
Classic American Tales Will Host Stories by Paley, Goyen, Baum, Hecht, Ade, and Wells
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024
Every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. through October 10, Classic American Tales (CAT) will present readings of stories, plays, and poetry at the historic Dormer House Bed and Breakfast, 800 Columbia Avenue in Cape May, NJ.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2024
Every Thursday at 4:00 p.m. through October 10, Classic American Tales (CAT) will present readings of stories, plays, and poetry at the historic Dormer House Bed and Breakfast, 800 Columbia Avenue in Cape May, NJ.
Classic American Tales Presents Tales From O. Henry, Twain, Paley And Goyen
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024
Classic American Tales announced a new production featuring works by O. Henry, Twain, Paley, and Goyen.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024
Classic American Tales announced a new production featuring works by O. Henry, Twain, Paley, and Goyen.
Darryl Maximilian Robinson Debuts With Culver City Public Theatre as Bensinger in THE FRONT PAGE
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024
Local Los Angeles Area theatregoers have seen veteran and award-winning actor Darryl Maximilian Robinson appear in numerous roles onstage during his 14 years as a City of Angels thespian. But usually he has performed in small and intimate venues. But this summer he will be sharing his talents in a somewhat larger forum.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024
Local Los Angeles Area theatregoers have seen veteran and award-winning actor Darryl Maximilian Robinson appear in numerous roles onstage during his 14 years as a City of Angels thespian. But usually he has performed in small and intimate venues. But this summer he will be sharing his talents in a somewhat larger forum.
Review: MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS at ARTS Theatre
by Barry Lenny - Jun 9, 2024
See the play, it’s a great night in the Arts Theatre.
by Barry Lenny - Jun 9, 2024
See the play, it’s a great night in the Arts Theatre.
MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS Comes to Adelaide Repertory Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024
Adelaide Repertory Theatre will present Moonlight and Magnolias, written by Ron Hutchinson, and directed by Harry Dewar. Performances are 6-8 and 13-15 June 2024 at 7.30 pm, 9 June 2004 at 3.00 pm and 15 June 2024 at 2.00 pm.
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024
Adelaide Repertory Theatre will present Moonlight and Magnolias, written by Ron Hutchinson, and directed by Harry Dewar. Performances are 6-8 and 13-15 June 2024 at 7.30 pm, 9 June 2004 at 3.00 pm and 15 June 2024 at 2.00 pm.
Full Cast & Creative Team Set For ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY At Blank Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2024
Blank Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first show of their 2024 season, ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY, music by Cy Coleman, book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2024
Blank Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for the first show of their 2024 season, ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY, music by Cy Coleman, book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green.
Blank Theatre Company Announces Their 2024 Season & New Company Members
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2024
Blank Theatre Company announces their 2024 season featuring two full-length productions and new additions to the company.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2024
Blank Theatre Company announces their 2024 season featuring two full-length productions and new additions to the company.
CHAGALL IN SCHOOL to be Presented At The Kentucky Center in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024
CHAGALL IN SCHOOL, a dramatic comedy, presents the story of Marc Chagall and the social change after the Russian Revolution. This Louisville premiere explores art, connection, and freedom.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024
CHAGALL IN SCHOOL, a dramatic comedy, presents the story of Marc Chagall and the social change after the Russian Revolution. This Louisville premiere explores art, connection, and freedom.
The Cumberland Theatre Season Too! to Present TRAGEDY TOMORROW, TRIVIA TONIGHT
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2023
The Cumberland Theatre Season Too! will present 'Tragedy Tomorrow, Trivia Tonight' and interactive evening of Theatre and Broadway trivia on Friday, May 26th at 7:30 pm at the theatre on 101 North Johnson Street.
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2023
The Cumberland Theatre Season Too! will present 'Tragedy Tomorrow, Trivia Tonight' and interactive evening of Theatre and Broadway trivia on Friday, May 26th at 7:30 pm at the theatre on 101 North Johnson Street.
Grippo Stage Company Presents SHAW VS. TUNNEY
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023
Grippo Stage Company will present the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on the book “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2023
Grippo Stage Company will present the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on the book “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.
Playwright Douglas Post's New Works Premiere at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse and Grippo Stage Company
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2023
Grippo Stage Company presents the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by award-winning playwright Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2023
Grippo Stage Company presents the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by award-winning playwright Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave. in Chicago.
Irondale Ensemble Project Celebrates 40 Years Of Theater Making With New Devised Immersive Work Of Great American Playwrights Of The 20th Century
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2023
Irondale, now celebrating forty years of artistically ambitious, and cutting-edge theatre, presents the world premiere of an original devised work, American Century: Part 1, April 21-May 21, 2023.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 24, 2023
Irondale, now celebrating forty years of artistically ambitious, and cutting-edge theatre, presents the world premiere of an original devised work, American Century: Part 1, April 21-May 21, 2023.
Grippo Stage Company Presents The World Premiere Of SHAW VS. TUNNEY By Playwright Douglas Post
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2023
Grippo Stage Company presents the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on the book “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2023
Grippo Stage Company presents the world premiere of Shaw vs. Tunney, written by Douglas Post and directed by Nick Sandys, based on the book “The Prizefighter and The Playwright” by Jay R. Tunney, May 25 - July 8, at Theater Wit, 1229 W. Belmont Ave.
Grippo Stage Company Presents CHAGALL IN SCHOOL By James Sherman
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2022
Grippo Stage Company presents Chagall In School, a world premiere comedy by James Sherman (Beau Jest, The God of Isaac, The Ben Hecht Show) and directed by Georgette Verdin.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2022
Grippo Stage Company presents Chagall In School, a world premiere comedy by James Sherman (Beau Jest, The God of Isaac, The Ben Hecht Show) and directed by Georgette Verdin.
BWW Review: MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS at Oyster Mill Playhouse
by Andrea Stephenson - May 14, 2022
Moonlight and Magnolias is a farce that combines physical comedy with rapid-fire dialogue to create a hilariously funny, yet thought-provoking play. Treat yourself to an enjoyable evening with a talented cast and crew.
by Andrea Stephenson - May 14, 2022
Moonlight and Magnolias is a farce that combines physical comedy with rapid-fire dialogue to create a hilariously funny, yet thought-provoking play. Treat yourself to an enjoyable evening with a talented cast and crew.
VIDEO: On This Day, March 15- Kristin Chenoweth Stars in ON THE TWENTIETH CENTURY on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2021
On this day in 2015, the classic musical On the Twentieth Century returned to Broadway!
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2021
On this day in 2015, the classic musical On the Twentieth Century returned to Broadway!
BWW Feature: A Year Gone … OKC Rep's Beloved Michael Jones Remembered and Celebrated
by Ronn Burton - Mar 1, 2021
Oklahoma City Repertory Theatre remembers and celebrates one of their founding members MICHAEL JONES, who passed away a year ago. An Emmy winner and recipient of the Oklahoma Governor’s Arts Award, Michael was a co-founder and Artistic Associate at OKC Rep. While Michael was a pillar of the OKC theatre community, he also worked all over the country. Michael touched the lives and hearts of so many he worked with. The OKC theatre community remembers Michael Jones.
by Ronn Burton - Mar 1, 2021
Oklahoma City Repertory Theatre remembers and celebrates one of their founding members MICHAEL JONES, who passed away a year ago. An Emmy winner and recipient of the Oklahoma Governor’s Arts Award, Michael was a co-founder and Artistic Associate at OKC Rep. While Michael was a pillar of the OKC theatre community, he also worked all over the country. Michael touched the lives and hearts of so many he worked with. The OKC theatre community remembers Michael Jones.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Ben Hecht written?
Ben Hecht has written 19 shows including The Hero of Santa Maria (Playwright), The Egotist (Playwright), The Front Page (Playwright), The Great Magoo (Playwright), Jumbo (Bookwriter), To Quito and Back (Playwright), Ladies and Gentlemen (Playwright), Lily of the Valley (Playwright), Seven Lively Arts (Bookwriter), Swan Song (Playwright), A Flag is Born (Playwright), Hazel Flagg (Source Material), Winkelberg (Playwright), We Take the Town (Source Material), On the Twentieth Century (Source Material), Head Over Heels (Source Material), Windy City (Source Material), On the 20th Century (Source Material), Twentieth Century (Playwright).
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