Brian Gillespie
Latest News on Brian Gillespie:
Urban Stages to Present THE TOURIST TRAP PLAYS - Starring Disnie Sebastien (Jan 21, 2020)
Rising Star Sean Carvajal Joins A VERY CRAB-Y CHRISTMAS (Dec 11, 2019)
Hamlet Isn't Dead Presents A VERY CRAB-Y CHRISTMAS (Nov 22, 2019)
Urban Stages to Present THE TOURIST TRAP PLAYS - Starring Disnie Sebastien (Jan 21, 2020)
Rising Star Sean Carvajal Joins A VERY CRAB-Y CHRISTMAS (Dec 11, 2019)
Hamlet Isn't Dead Presents A VERY CRAB-Y CHRISTMAS (Nov 22, 2019)
BIO
Brian Gillespie is a director and actor based in New York City. He holds an MFA from the University of Washington's Professional Actor Training Program. His directing credits include WONDER OF THE WORLD with Pull Together Productions and JUST KNOTS with CEO Theatre as well as works with Primary Stages, The Internationalists, Chelsea Rep Lab and Left Hip Produtions in NYC. Acting credits include ONE THING I LIKE TO SAY IS and ALMOST, MAINE with CEO Theatre, TWO SPOONS with Other Side Productions and 365 DAYS/PLAYS at The Public Theater. Regionally he has worked with Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, Theatreworks, Word for Word, Shakespeare Theatre of NJ, A Noise Within and 42nd Street Moon in San Francisco, where his work in PAINT YOUR WAGON earned him a Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle Award. Film work includes NEW YORK LATELY and WHAT THEY WANT. He is also the Artistic Director of Pull Together Productions in New York City, www.pulltogetherproductions.org. Born and raised in New Jersey, Brian has also lived in LA, San Francisco and Seattle. Brian was a two-day champion on the game show JEOPARDY! He is also an avid backpacker and crossword puzzle enthusiast.
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Urban Stages to Present THE TOURIST TRAP PLAYS - Starring Disnie Sebastien
Urban Stages (Frances Hill, Founding Artistic Director) will begin 2020 with The Tourist Trap plays. Seven playwrights have been challenged to write a brand spanking new short play using a tourist trap (Mount Rushmore, Hollywood Sign, etc) as a springboard. This will be the ninth installment of short play premieres under Urban Stages New Pages' facilitated by Bara Swain. The program provides increased visibility and networking opportunities to playwrights at all career levels as well as free public programming.
Urban Stages (Frances Hill, Founding Artistic Director) will begin 2020 with The Tourist Trap plays. Seven playwrights have been challenged to write a brand spanking new short play using a tourist trap (Mount Rushmore, Hollywood Sign, etc) as a springboard. This will be the ninth installment of short play premieres under Urban Stages New Pages' facilitated by Bara Swain. The program provides increased visibility and networking opportunities to playwrights at all career levels as well as free public programming.
Rising Star Sean Carvajal Joins A VERY CRAB-Y CHRISTMAS
HAMLET ISN'T DEAD has announced special guest SEAN CARVAJAL for their upcoming holiday show A VERY CRAB-Y CHRISTMAS.
HAMLET ISN'T DEAD has announced special guest SEAN CARVAJAL for their upcoming holiday show A VERY CRAB-Y CHRISTMAS.
Hamlet Isn't Dead Presents A VERY CRAB-Y CHRISTMAS
Come celebrate whichever holidays you hold dear (or find some new ones!) at A Very Crab-y Christmas. It's an evening of Shakespeare's best holiday-themed scenes and monologues like The Taming of the Scrooge and A MidWinter Night's Dream. Performed and hosted by Hamlet Isn't Dead's Resident Acting Company, come enjoy special guests, live music, and a raffle full of fabulous prizes! Eat, drink, and laugh the night away with New York City's 443rd-best theatre company.
Come celebrate whichever holidays you hold dear (or find some new ones!) at A Very Crab-y Christmas. It's an evening of Shakespeare's best holiday-themed scenes and monologues like The Taming of the Scrooge and A MidWinter Night's Dream. Performed and hosted by Hamlet Isn't Dead's Resident Acting Company, come enjoy special guests, live music, and a raffle full of fabulous prizes! Eat, drink, and laugh the night away with New York City's 443rd-best theatre company.
Articulate Theatre Explores Artist's Activism With THE ART OF PROTEST
Art is more than imitating life - as the expression goes - it facilities; it communicates, it combats it. Articulate Theatre Company explores the role of the artist's role in activism with the Art of Protest.
Art is more than imitating life - as the expression goes - it facilities; it communicates, it combats it. Articulate Theatre Company explores the role of the artist's role in activism with the Art of Protest.
Turn To Flesh Productions Announces Reading of TALE AS OLD AS TIME
For the first time ever, TURN TO FLESH PRODUCTIONS (TTF) brings you readings and performances from Shakespeare juxtaposed against new verse theatre, with scenes from some of your favorite modern playwrights, in an evening called Tale As Old As Time.
For the first time ever, TURN TO FLESH PRODUCTIONS (TTF) brings you readings and performances from Shakespeare juxtaposed against new verse theatre, with scenes from some of your favorite modern playwrights, in an evening called Tale As Old As Time.
THE CONSEQUENCE OF IMPRESSION to Examine Edouard Manet at Teatro Paraguas
DS Magid and Brian Gillespie present The Consequence of Impression on December 4, 5pm at Teatro Paraguas, 3205 Calle Marie, Santa Fe, NM. Free admission, donations to theatre gratefully accepted.
DS Magid and Brian Gillespie present The Consequence of Impression on December 4, 5pm at Teatro Paraguas, 3205 Calle Marie, Santa Fe, NM. Free admission, donations to theatre gratefully accepted.
Rising Sun Performance Company to Bring THE FIREBIRD to Planet Connections Theatre Festival
Coming off their critically acclaimed, award winning production of DONKEY at Planet Connections Theatre Festival last year, frequent collaborators Rising Sun Performance Company & Tim Errickson return with the world premiere of Errickson's latest work 'THE FIREBIRD'. Originally developed through readings with Boomerang Theatre Company, Brian Gillespie continues on with the project as director.
Coming off their critically acclaimed, award winning production of DONKEY at Planet Connections Theatre Festival last year, frequent collaborators Rising Sun Performance Company & Tim Errickson return with the world premiere of Errickson's latest work 'THE FIREBIRD'. Originally developed through readings with Boomerang Theatre Company, Brian Gillespie continues on with the project as director.
Sean Graney's TWELVE NIGHTS Runs Now thru 12/14 at Theaterlab
Pull Together Productions will present the New York City premiere of Twelve Nights by Sean Graney, directed by Brian Gillespie and playing December 4th through the 14th at Theaterlab, 357 West 36th Street, NYC.
Pull Together Productions will present the New York City premiere of Twelve Nights by Sean Graney, directed by Brian Gillespie and playing December 4th through the 14th at Theaterlab, 357 West 36th Street, NYC.
Sean Graney's TWELVE NIGHTS Runs 12/4-14 at Theaterlab
Pull Together Productions will present the New York City premiere of Twelve Nights by Sean Graney, directed by Brian Gillespie and playing December 4th through the 14th at Theaterlab, 357 West 36th Street, NYC.
Pull Together Productions will present the New York City premiere of Twelve Nights by Sean Graney, directed by Brian Gillespie and playing December 4th through the 14th at Theaterlab, 357 West 36th Street, NYC.
BWW Reviews: RE-ANIMATOR THE MUSICAL Develops a Cult Following at the Steve Allen Theater in Hollywood
Get ready all you "Rocky Horror" fans! There's a new show in town that is begging for you to join in the fun, just as long as you don't mind being splattered with blood, breaking pencils, or waving pompoms. Due to robust ticket sales and an ever-increasing dedicated fan base, RE-ANIMATOR THE MUSICAL has added nine additional performances at the Steve Allen Theater in Hollywood through November 23. The blood flows so freely during the show that the first 3 rows are designated as a "splash zone." So bring your raincoat or accept a plastic trash bag from the stage manager for protection.
Get ready all you "Rocky Horror" fans! There's a new show in town that is begging for you to join in the fun, just as long as you don't mind being splattered with blood, breaking pencils, or waving pompoms. Due to robust ticket sales and an ever-increasing dedicated fan base, RE-ANIMATOR THE MUSICAL has added nine additional performances at the Steve Allen Theater in Hollywood through November 23. The blood flows so freely during the show that the first 3 rows are designated as a "splash zone." So bring your raincoat or accept a plastic trash bag from the stage manager for protection.
2014 Planet Connections Theatre Festivity Awards Show Set for This Sunday
The 2014 Planet Connections Theatre Festivity Awards Show will take place on Sunday, August 3, 2014 at the Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater (405 West 55th Street).
The 2014 Planet Connections Theatre Festivity Awards Show will take place on Sunday, August 3, 2014 at the Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater (405 West 55th Street).
Shannon Murdoch's VIRUS ATTACKS HEART to Premiere 5/18 in PCTF
This spring, Pull Together Productions will present the world premiere of Virus Attacks Heart by Yale Drama Series Award winning playwright, Shannon Murdoch, directed by Brian Gillespie, as part of the 6th Annual Planet Connections Theatre Festivity. The Festivity will take place May 12 through June 8 at the Paradise Factory.
This spring, Pull Together Productions will present the world premiere of Virus Attacks Heart by Yale Drama Series Award winning playwright, Shannon Murdoch, directed by Brian Gillespie, as part of the 6th Annual Planet Connections Theatre Festivity. The Festivity will take place May 12 through June 8 at the Paradise Factory.
SHAPESHIFTER: An Aerial Rock Circus Set for Way 2 Much Entertainment, Begin. 5/23
Jordann Baker, Tongue&Chic Productions, and Graham Skipper, present the WORLD PREMIERE of SHAPESHIFTER: An Aerial Rock Circus with live music by LA rock band, The Shakers. This uniquely original and kinetic addition to the Los Angeles Theatre Scene will run at Way 2 Much Entertainment's stunning 6,000 square foot venue in Silverlake - May 23, 24, 30, and 31.
Jordann Baker, Tongue&Chic Productions, and Graham Skipper, present the WORLD PREMIERE of SHAPESHIFTER: An Aerial Rock Circus with live music by LA rock band, The Shakers. This uniquely original and kinetic addition to the Los Angeles Theatre Scene will run at Way 2 Much Entertainment's stunning 6,000 square foot venue in Silverlake - May 23, 24, 30, and 31.
Rockwell: Table & Stage Presents FOR THE RECORD: JOHN HUGHES (HOLIDAY ROAD), Now thru 12/30
This holiday season, Rockwell: Table & Stage, invites Angelenos to spend the holidays with Hughes! "For The Record: John Hughes (Holiday Road)" will showcase signature songs and moments from John Hughes' holiday favorites Home Alone, Christmas Vacation and Planes, Trains & Automobiles and classics such as The Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, Pretty In Pink, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and Weird Science.
This holiday season, Rockwell: Table & Stage, invites Angelenos to spend the holidays with Hughes! "For The Record: John Hughes (Holiday Road)" will showcase signature songs and moments from John Hughes' holiday favorites Home Alone, Christmas Vacation and Planes, Trains & Automobiles and classics such as The Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, Pretty In Pink, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and Weird Science.
Rockwell: Table & Stage Presents FOR THE RECORD: JOHN HUGHES (HOLIDAY ROAD), 12/6-30
This holiday season, Rockwell: Table & Stage, invites Angelenos to spend the holidays with Hughes! "For The Record: John Hughes (Holiday Road)" will showcase signature songs and moments from John Hughes' holiday favorites Home Alone, Christmas Vacation and Planes, Trains & Automobiles and classics such as The Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, Pretty In Pink, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and Weird Science.
This holiday season, Rockwell: Table & Stage, invites Angelenos to spend the holidays with Hughes! "For The Record: John Hughes (Holiday Road)" will showcase signature songs and moments from John Hughes' holiday favorites Home Alone, Christmas Vacation and Planes, Trains & Automobiles and classics such as The Breakfast Club, Sixteen Candles, Pretty In Pink, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and Weird Science.
30 DAYS OF NYMF: Day 4 Flambe Dreams
As I write this we are less than 24 hours away from premiering 'Flambé Dreams' in NYMF 2012. My journey with the show began two and a half years ago when my wife and I were asked to co-direct a reading of a new musical by Matthew Hardy and Randy Klein. She was visibly pregnant at the time and this is partly how I know the timing so well - I simply take our son's age and add a couple months.
As I write this we are less than 24 hours away from premiering 'Flambé Dreams' in NYMF 2012. My journey with the show began two and a half years ago when my wife and I were asked to co-direct a reading of a new musical by Matthew Hardy and Randy Klein. She was visibly pregnant at the time and this is partly how I know the timing so well - I simply take our son's age and add a couple months.
Photo Flash: Jarrod Spector, Catherine Cox et al. in Rehearsal for NYMF's FLAMBÉ DREAMS
Jersey Boys' Jarrod Spector, Tony Award nominee Catherine Cox, Priscilla Queen of the Desert's J. Elaine Marcos, The Game of Love's Jillian Louis and Kiss Me, Kate's Kevin B. McGlynn join the cast of FLAMBÉ DREAMS, a new musical comedy with book and lyrics by Matthew Hardy and music by Randy Klein. FLAMBE DREAMS is now in rehearsal for its 2012 New York Musical Theatre Festival debut. Check out photos of Spector, Cox, Marcos, Louis and McGlynn with director West Hyler and the creative team in rehearsal below!
Jersey Boys' Jarrod Spector, Tony Award nominee Catherine Cox, Priscilla Queen of the Desert's J. Elaine Marcos, The Game of Love's Jillian Louis and Kiss Me, Kate's Kevin B. McGlynn join the cast of FLAMBÉ DREAMS, a new musical comedy with book and lyrics by Matthew Hardy and music by Randy Klein. FLAMBE DREAMS is now in rehearsal for its 2012 New York Musical Theatre Festival debut. Check out photos of Spector, Cox, Marcos, Louis and McGlynn with director West Hyler and the creative team in rehearsal below!
Photo Flash: First Look at RE-ANIMATOR at NYMF!
The 2012 New York Musical Theatre Festival, Red Hen Productions, The Schramm Group LLC and Gramily Entertainment present the New York premiere of RE-ANIMATOR™ THE MUSICAL featuring George Wendt ("Cheers", Broadway's Elf). This new musical comedy with a storyline that involves considerable bloodshed will feature a "splash zone" in the first few rows of the theater. RE-ANIMATOR™ THE MUSICAL plays July 17 at 8:00pm, July 18 at 4:30 and 8:00pm, July 19 at 8:00pm, July 21 at 5:30 pm and 9:00 pm and July 22 at 9:00pm at the PTC Performance Space (555 West 42nd Street). Tickets for RE-ANIMATOR™ THE MUSICAL are $25, a can be purchased by calling (212) 352-3101 or by visiting www.nymf.org. For more information:www.nymf.org. Check out photos from the production below!
The 2012 New York Musical Theatre Festival, Red Hen Productions, The Schramm Group LLC and Gramily Entertainment present the New York premiere of RE-ANIMATOR™ THE MUSICAL featuring George Wendt ("Cheers", Broadway's Elf). This new musical comedy with a storyline that involves considerable bloodshed will feature a "splash zone" in the first few rows of the theater. RE-ANIMATOR™ THE MUSICAL plays July 17 at 8:00pm, July 18 at 4:30 and 8:00pm, July 19 at 8:00pm, July 21 at 5:30 pm and 9:00 pm and July 22 at 9:00pm at the PTC Performance Space (555 West 42nd Street). Tickets for RE-ANIMATOR™ THE MUSICAL are $25, a can be purchased by calling (212) 352-3101 or by visiting www.nymf.org. For more information:www.nymf.org. Check out photos from the production below!
Photo Flash: Catherine Cox, J. Elaine Marcos et al. at FLAMBE DREAMS Launch Party
Jersey Boys' Jarrod Spector, Tony Award nominee Catherine Cox, Priscilla Queen of the Desert's J. Elaine Marcos, The Game of Love's Jillian Louis and Kiss Me, Kate's Kevin B. McGlynn join the cast of FLAMBÉ DREAMS, a new musical comedy with book and lyrics by Matthew Hardy and music by Randy Klein. FLAMBE DREAMS recently held its launch party, and in attendance were Catherine Cox, J. Elaine Marcos and more. Check out photos from the event below!
Jersey Boys' Jarrod Spector, Tony Award nominee Catherine Cox, Priscilla Queen of the Desert's J. Elaine Marcos, The Game of Love's Jillian Louis and Kiss Me, Kate's Kevin B. McGlynn join the cast of FLAMBÉ DREAMS, a new musical comedy with book and lyrics by Matthew Hardy and music by Randy Klein. FLAMBE DREAMS recently held its launch party, and in attendance were Catherine Cox, J. Elaine Marcos and more. Check out photos from the event below!
Jarrod Spector, Catherine Cox, et al. to Lead FLAMBE DREAMS at NYMF
Jersey Boys' JARROD SPECTOR, Tony Award nominee CATHERINE COX, Priscilla Queen of the Desert's J. ELAINE MARCOS, The Game of Love's JILLIAN LOUIS and Kiss Me, Kate's KEVIN B. MCGLYNN have joined the cast of FLAMBÉ DREAMS, a new musical comedy with book and lyrics by MATTHEW HARDY and music by RANDY KLEIN.
Jersey Boys' JARROD SPECTOR, Tony Award nominee CATHERINE COX, Priscilla Queen of the Desert's J. ELAINE MARCOS, The Game of Love's JILLIAN LOUIS and Kiss Me, Kate's KEVIN B. MCGLYNN have joined the cast of FLAMBÉ DREAMS, a new musical comedy with book and lyrics by MATTHEW HARDY and music by RANDY KLEIN.
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