Bert Emmett

Theatre West WEST FEST Running Now Through September

Theatre West announced WestFest 2024, featuring four weekends of new and experimental works.

Photos: First Look at the Group Rep's MOTEL 66

All new production photos have been released for The Group Rep's production of MOTEL 66, running Sept. 21 - Oct. 22, Upstairs on the second floor of the Lonny Chapman Theatre, in North Hollywood, CA. Check out the photos here!

The Group Rep Brings THE LARAMIE PROJECT To Lonny Chapman Theatre This Weekend

The Group Rep presents “The Laramie Project” written by Moises Kaufman, Ms. Leigh Fondakowski and The Techtonic Theater Project, directed by Kathleen Delaney, produced by Bill Fitzhugh & Danica Waitley for the Group Rep.

Photos: First Look at Group Rep's HAROLD AND MAUDE

The Group Rep continues their 50th Season with the stage adaptation of Colin Higgins’ cult-classic film HAROLD AND MAUDE, directed by Larry Eisenberg, produced by Lloyd Pedersen for the Group Rep.  Check out a first look at photos here!

HAROLD AND MAUDE Comes to the Lonny Chapman Theatre in February

The Group Rep will present the stage adaptation of Colin Higgins’ cult-classic film HAROLD AND MAUDE, directed by Larry Eisenberg, produced by Lloyd Pedersen for the Group Rep.  The play runs February 10 through March 19 on the Main Stage of the Lonny Chapman Theatre in North Hollywood, CA.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL to Return to A Noise Within This Holiday Season

Universally acclaimed for its innovative staging, whimsical costumes, original music and boundless good cheer, the delightfully festive, musically merry stage adaptation by Geoff Elliott of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol returns to A Noise Within this holiday season from December 3 through December 23.

Photos: A Noise Within Presents Musical Adaptation Of Orwell's ANIMAL FARM

How do lies become truths? A Noise Within presents George Orwell’s savage satire, Animal Farm, directed by ANW co-artistic director Julia Rodriguez-Elliott. See photos from the production.

A Noise Within's ANIMAL FARM to Open in September

A Noise Within will present George Orwell’s savage satire, Animal Farm, directed by ANW co-artistic director Julia Rodriguez-Elliott. The acclaimed stage adaptation opens A Noise Within’s 2022-23 season on September 3. Performances continue through October 2, with previews beginning August 28.

Group Rep Presents CHRISTMASTIME ORIGINS Radio Plays

-The Group Rep will present “Christmastime Origins” adapted by the Group Rep from the book THE EIGHT PLAYS OF CHRISTMAS written by longtime theatre journalist, radio host and critic Julio Martinez, directed by Kathleen Delaney with musical direction by Paul Cady, produced by Stevie Stern for the Group Rep. 

BWW Interview: Group Rep's Doug Haverty: A Man Wearing Many Hats, Sometimes Wielding a Hammer

Group Rep will be inaugurating their 2021 season with Neil Simon’s LONDON SUITE September 17, 2021. Got the chance to delve into some Group Rep history and future plans from their always busy, very handy artistic director Doug Haverty.

Group Rep Premieres Virtual New Play Fest UNHIDDEN FIGURES

The Group Rep pulls the curtain back on UNHIDDEN FIGURES a virtual play festival of new short plays celebrating African-American women from all walks of life.

The Group Rep Presents HOLIDAY TRADITIONS AND TRAPPINGS

For the first time in its 46-year history, the Group Rep presents HOLIDAY TRADITIONS AND TRAPPINGS, a collection of new short plays and stories that explore the humor and challenges in surviving the holidays (during non-pandemic times). These little portraits of humanity focus on romance, traditions, gift-giving and tiny miracles.

BWW Spotlight Series: Meet Sascha Vanderslik, a Native Australian Who Calls The Group Rep Theatre Company Her New Home

With the current theatre world on hiatus, I have created a Spotlight Series on Broadway World which features interviews with some of the many talented artists who make our Los Angeles theatre community so exciting and vibrant thanks to their ongoing contribution to keeping the Arts alive in the City of the Angels. And just like all of us, I wondered how they are dealing with the abrupt end of productions in which they were involved. This Spotlight focuses on Sascha Vanderslik, a native Australian who calls The Group Rep Theatre Company her new home.

Photo Flash: The Group Rep Gives Back To Children In Need at Annual Kids Holiday Party

It's the most wonderful time of the year, especially for the Group Rep at the Lonny Chapman Theatre, which for 40 years has provided holiday cheer for children-in-need.

HOMEWARD Announced For Two Nights Only At Lonny Chapman Theatre

Homeward LA is a 10-day citywide event from April 26 - May 5, where multiple productions of monologues based on stories from people who have experienced homelessness will be performed by actors all around the city. Join The Group Rep for one of over 50 productions happening throughout the Los Angeles area! Together we will experience stories from the lives of those who strive to find their way home, increase awareness around the homeless crisis facing Los Angeles, and raise funds for The Midnight Mission, an amazing nonprofit organization on Skid Row.  Some material contains adult themes and language.

Santa Monica To Get A Sneak-Preview Of Phil Olsen's A TWISTED CHRISTMAS CAROL

Perennial holiday classic as you've never seen it before. Santa Monica Playhouse Benefit Series hosts an advanced look - in advance of the holidays - at Internationally-recognized Playwright Phil Olson's new play.'A Twisted Christmas Carol,' a Texas spoof of Charles Dickens' classic story, 'A Christmas Carol,.' in a one-night only staged Sunday, November 18th at 3:00 pm.

BREADCRUMBS Playwright Jennifer Haley To Speak At Group Rep Today

Playwright Jennifer Haley will speak about her play BREADCRUMBS this Today, September 29, following the 2:00 pm matinee performance, Upstairs at the Group Rep - Lonny Chapman Theatre in North Hollywood, California. 

BREADCRUMBS Playwright Jennifer Haley To Speak At Group Rep 9/29

Playwright Jennifer Haley will speak about her play BREADCRUMBS this Saturday, September 29, following the 2:00 pm matinee performance, Upstairs at the Group Rep - Lonny Chapman Theatre in North Hollywood, California. 

BWW Interview: Bert Emmett Assumes First LA Directorial Assignment for Group Rep's BREADCRUMBS

A graduate of Northern Arizona University, Bert Emmett has taught, acted in, produced, written, and directed plays for over 35 years. Bert's favorite acting roles in L.A. include Col. Armadillo in The Armadillo Necktie (Last Straw Award), Karl Lindner is A Raisin in the Sun (A Noise Within), Kanute in Don't Hug Me I'm Pregnant (Eddon Award).  Other LA shows include Sherlock Through the Looking Glass, Lombardi,  Someone Who'll Watch Over Me, Sherlock's Last Case (Scenies Award), and Cobb.  Film: 'The Forsaken," 'Alien Hunter," 'Outside Ozona," and "Our Next Caller" (with Eric Roberts). Member of SAG/AFTRA and AEA.  This is Bert's directorial debut at The Group Rep.  When did you get interested in directing?

BREADCRUMBS Opens September 8 Upstairs At The Lonny Chapman Theatre

The Group Rep presents BREADCRUMBS written by Jennifer Haley, directed by Bert Emmett, produced by Helen O'Brien for the Group Rep.  The play is about a reclusive fiction writer diagnosed with dementia who must depend upon a troubled young caretaker to complete her autobiography. In a symbiotic battle of wills, they delve into the dark woods of the past, unearthing a tragedy that shatters their notions of language, loneliness, and essential self.