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Sherman Players To Present PERSONALITY CONFLICTS By Dean Alexander in June (May 22, 2023)
Karen Cooper, Longtime Director of Film Forum to Step Down After 50 Years (Jan 9, 2023)
Sherman Players' Opens CARRIE: THE MUSICAL Next Week (Sep 21, 2022)
Sherman Players To Present PERSONALITY CONFLICTS By Dean Alexander in June (May 22, 2023)
Karen Cooper, Longtime Director of Film Forum to Step Down After 50 Years (Jan 9, 2023)
Sherman Players' Opens CARRIE: THE MUSICAL Next Week (Sep 21, 2022)
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Sherman Players To Present PERSONALITY CONFLICTS By Dean Alexander in June
SHERMAN, CONN. On Friday June 2, The Sherman Players will open PERSONALITY CONFLICTS, written and directed by Dean Alexander.
SHERMAN, CONN. On Friday June 2, The Sherman Players will open PERSONALITY CONFLICTS, written and directed by Dean Alexander.
Karen Cooper, Longtime Director of Film Forum to Step Down After 50 Years
Among those artists whose early films Cooper championed are: Chantal Akerman, Matthew Barney, Charles Burnett, David Cronenberg, Julie Dash, Terence Davies, Asghar Farhadi, Haile Gerima, Michael Haneke, Hou Hsiao-hsien, Mike Leigh, Lucrecia Martel, Mira Nair, László Nemes, Gaspar Noé, Christopher Nolan, François Ozon, and more.
Among those artists whose early films Cooper championed are: Chantal Akerman, Matthew Barney, Charles Burnett, David Cronenberg, Julie Dash, Terence Davies, Asghar Farhadi, Haile Gerima, Michael Haneke, Hou Hsiao-hsien, Mike Leigh, Lucrecia Martel, Mira Nair, László Nemes, Gaspar Noé, Christopher Nolan, François Ozon, and more.
Sherman Players' Opens CARRIE: THE MUSICAL Next Week
On Friday, September 30, The Sherman Playhouse will open its third production for the 2022 season, CARRIE: THE MUSICAL, directed by Bradford Blake (2021's WRECK THE HALLS and 2019's CABARET) with music direction by Charles Smith. Produced by Al Chiappetta, the curtain rises at 8:00 p.m. for a four week run.
On Friday, September 30, The Sherman Playhouse will open its third production for the 2022 season, CARRIE: THE MUSICAL, directed by Bradford Blake (2021's WRECK THE HALLS and 2019's CABARET) with music direction by Charles Smith. Produced by Al Chiappetta, the curtain rises at 8:00 p.m. for a four week run.
Sherman Players Open Anthony Shaffer's WHODUNNIT This Weekend
On Friday, April 29, The Sherman Players will open Anthony Shaffer's comedy-thriller, WHODUNNIT as its first mainstage show for 2022. The curtain rises at 8:00 p.m. for a four week run.
On Friday, April 29, The Sherman Players will open Anthony Shaffer's comedy-thriller, WHODUNNIT as its first mainstage show for 2022. The curtain rises at 8:00 p.m. for a four week run.
New Film Series at Japan Society to Hold Screenings from May 13th through June 3rd
Japan Society presents Part of the Okinawa in Focus series and the Globus Film Series, Visions of Okinawa: Cinematic Reflections. The screenings of these films are set for May 13th through June 3rd. In-theater screenings are set for May 13th through May 21st. Virtual screenings will run from May 14th through June 3rd. The films will be available to stream in North America or globally. For details, see the individual titles of the films below.
Japan Society presents Part of the Okinawa in Focus series and the Globus Film Series, Visions of Okinawa: Cinematic Reflections. The screenings of these films are set for May 13th through June 3rd. In-theater screenings are set for May 13th through May 21st. Virtual screenings will run from May 14th through June 3rd. The films will be available to stream in North America or globally. For details, see the individual titles of the films below.
Anthony Shaffer's Comedy-thriller WHODUNNIT Opens The Sherman Players 2022 Mainstage Season
On Friday April 29th, the Sherman Playhouse will open the 2022 mainstage season with WHODUNNIT, a comedy-thriller written by Anthony Shaffer, directed by Alexis M. Vournazos of Danbury.
On Friday April 29th, the Sherman Playhouse will open the 2022 mainstage season with WHODUNNIT, a comedy-thriller written by Anthony Shaffer, directed by Alexis M. Vournazos of Danbury.
CIRCUS BOY Documentary Sets Streaming Release Date
The same-sex parenting documentary follows a gay man named Thomas who seeks reconciliation with his mother after he and his husband, Michael, adopt a boy he's training for circus school. Challenging our social norms, the film embraces inclusion as we see how some can work out their problems through circus arts and acceptance. Watch the trailer now!
The same-sex parenting documentary follows a gay man named Thomas who seeks reconciliation with his mother after he and his husband, Michael, adopt a boy he's training for circus school. Challenging our social norms, the film embraces inclusion as we see how some can work out their problems through circus arts and acceptance. Watch the trailer now!
The Sherman Playhouse Presents JACK AND THE BEANSTALK A VERY BRITISH PANTO
The Sherman Playhouse will be performing Jack and the Beanstalk A Very British Panto starting December 6 just in time for the holidays. This Traditional British Panto returns to Sherman! Oh yes it does! Jack and the Beanstalk is one of the UK's favorite pantos, filled with spectacle, songs and good family fun. Falling on hard times good-hearted dreamer Jack is sent by his mother, Dame Trott to market to sell his faithful, sweet-natured cow Daisy. Meanwhile Fleshcreep, the Giant's wicked henchman is sent to terrorize the kingdom and kidnap the Princess, stealing her away to his master's castle in the clouds. Why does Jack exchange Daisy for a bag of magic beans? Will the Princess be rescued from Fleshcreep's evil clutches? Can the Giant be defeated and the kingdom freed? Find out as Jack climbs the beanstalk to adventure aided by his silly brother, a good fairy and a bumbling King with his dimwitted guards! There'll be music, dancing, magic, thrills, spills and jokes coming thick and fast! Fun for all the family where the audience is definitely encouraged to join in the silliness!
The Sherman Playhouse will be performing Jack and the Beanstalk A Very British Panto starting December 6 just in time for the holidays. This Traditional British Panto returns to Sherman! Oh yes it does! Jack and the Beanstalk is one of the UK's favorite pantos, filled with spectacle, songs and good family fun. Falling on hard times good-hearted dreamer Jack is sent by his mother, Dame Trott to market to sell his faithful, sweet-natured cow Daisy. Meanwhile Fleshcreep, the Giant's wicked henchman is sent to terrorize the kingdom and kidnap the Princess, stealing her away to his master's castle in the clouds. Why does Jack exchange Daisy for a bag of magic beans? Will the Princess be rescued from Fleshcreep's evil clutches? Can the Giant be defeated and the kingdom freed? Find out as Jack climbs the beanstalk to adventure aided by his silly brother, a good fairy and a bumbling King with his dimwitted guards! There'll be music, dancing, magic, thrills, spills and jokes coming thick and fast! Fun for all the family where the audience is definitely encouraged to join in the silliness!
TOKYO STORIES Film Series Announces Schedule, Nov. 8 - Dec. 7
From the bustle of neon-lit Shinjuku and its ultramodern skyscrapers to the traditional scenery of Mt. Fuji, cherry blossoms, and Shinto shrines, Tokyo has served as a source of creative inspiration for generations of international filmmakers. Anticipating the 2020 Summer Games, when the eyes of the world will once again fall upon Japan's dynamic capital, Tokyo Stories: Japan in the Global Imagination considers the ways Japan—and the elusive concept of “Japaneseness” —is rendered and interpreted outside its borders with a revealing selection of Tokyo-set films by foreign directors, including Japanese co-productions, Hollywood blockbusters, and European arthouse favorites.
From the bustle of neon-lit Shinjuku and its ultramodern skyscrapers to the traditional scenery of Mt. Fuji, cherry blossoms, and Shinto shrines, Tokyo has served as a source of creative inspiration for generations of international filmmakers. Anticipating the 2020 Summer Games, when the eyes of the world will once again fall upon Japan's dynamic capital, Tokyo Stories: Japan in the Global Imagination considers the ways Japan—and the elusive concept of “Japaneseness” —is rendered and interpreted outside its borders with a revealing selection of Tokyo-set films by foreign directors, including Japanese co-productions, Hollywood blockbusters, and European arthouse favorites.
Photo Flash: Sherman Playhouse Presents CABARET
The Sherman Playhouse will be producing Cabaret opening with a half price preview Thursday Sept. 19 and running regular performances Sept. 20, 21, 27, 28, 29 (Matinee) Oct. 4, 5, 6 (Matinee) 11, and 12. Curtain opens at 8 for evening performances and 2 pm for matinees.
The Sherman Playhouse will be producing Cabaret opening with a half price preview Thursday Sept. 19 and running regular performances Sept. 20, 21, 27, 28, 29 (Matinee) Oct. 4, 5, 6 (Matinee) 11, and 12. Curtain opens at 8 for evening performances and 2 pm for matinees.
Martin Brandlmayr Announces New Album 'Vive Les Fantomes'
Radian percussionist and composer Martin Brandlmayr has announced the release of his new album Vive Les Fantômes, out on June 14th. The radio play was created for German station SWR and awarded The Karl Sczuka Prize for Works of Radio Art, an honor previously given to the likes of John Cage, Luc Ferriari, Hanna Hartman, and Pierre Henry.
Radian percussionist and composer Martin Brandlmayr has announced the release of his new album Vive Les Fantômes, out on June 14th. The radio play was created for German station SWR and awarded The Karl Sczuka Prize for Works of Radio Art, an honor previously given to the likes of John Cage, Luc Ferriari, Hanna Hartman, and Pierre Henry.
OVID.tv Adds New Titles from Icarus Films and Women Make Movies
New streaming platform OVID.tv continues to roll out its robust collection of films, with an additional 14 new titles from Icarus Films and Women Make Movies on Friday May 17, 2019.
New streaming platform OVID.tv continues to roll out its robust collection of films, with an additional 14 new titles from Icarus Films and Women Make Movies on Friday May 17, 2019.
THE GRADUATE Comes to The Sherman Playhouse
The Sherman Playhouse will be producing The Graduate as their Spring production. The production is directed by Susan Abrams of New Milford. Her past credits as director include The Guys and Enchanted April at the Playhouse, Talk Radio at Theatreworks New Milford and Female Transport at Phoenix Stage.
The Sherman Playhouse will be producing The Graduate as their Spring production. The production is directed by Susan Abrams of New Milford. Her past credits as director include The Guys and Enchanted April at the Playhouse, Talk Radio at Theatreworks New Milford and Female Transport at Phoenix Stage.
New Film Streaming Platform OVID.tv Launches March 22
Tomorrow marks the official launch date of OVID.tv, an unprecedented collaborative effort amongst eight of the most noteworthy independent film distributors in the U.S., who have come together to support the innovative new subscription video-on-demand service, OVID.tv.
Tomorrow marks the official launch date of OVID.tv, an unprecedented collaborative effort amongst eight of the most noteworthy independent film distributors in the U.S., who have come together to support the innovative new subscription video-on-demand service, OVID.tv.
Glimmerglass Film Days Announces Films For Sixth Annual Festival November 8-12
Glimmerglass Film Days will explore the theme “Passages” in Cooperstown November 8-12. A program of Otsego 2000, Film Days features 32 films, 26 filmmakers and special guests, panels, receptions with local food and drink, a companion art exhibit, a pop-up bookstore, a free film for kids, and guided hikes.
Glimmerglass Film Days will explore the theme “Passages” in Cooperstown November 8-12. A program of Otsego 2000, Film Days features 32 films, 26 filmmakers and special guests, panels, receptions with local food and drink, a companion art exhibit, a pop-up bookstore, a free film for kids, and guided hikes.
Photo Flash: First Look at THE UNDERPANTS at the Sherman Playhouse
On September 21, The Sherman Playhouse will open their Fall season with the hilarious Steve Martin's The Underpants The production is directed by Dan Friedman of Bedford, NY and produced by Steve Stott of Brookfield. It features Brianna Bowman of Bethel, Timothy Huber of Danbury, Michael Schaner of Sherman, Michele Leigh of Brookfield, Jeff Rossman New Fairfield, Joe Manuele of Carmel, NY and Chris Marker of Sherman.
On September 21, The Sherman Playhouse will open their Fall season with the hilarious Steve Martin's The Underpants The production is directed by Dan Friedman of Bedford, NY and produced by Steve Stott of Brookfield. It features Brianna Bowman of Bethel, Timothy Huber of Danbury, Michael Schaner of Sherman, Michele Leigh of Brookfield, Jeff Rossman New Fairfield, Joe Manuele of Carmel, NY and Chris Marker of Sherman.
Photo Flash: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Comes to TheatreWorks This May
On Friday, May 4 TheatreWorks New Milford will premiere Mel Brooks' Zany movie-turned-musical musical, Young Frankenstein.The curtain rises at 8:00 p.m. every Friday and Saturday and 2:00pm on some Sundays through June 2.
On Friday, May 4 TheatreWorks New Milford will premiere Mel Brooks' Zany movie-turned-musical musical, Young Frankenstein.The curtain rises at 8:00 p.m. every Friday and Saturday and 2:00pm on some Sundays through June 2.
YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Comes to TheatreWorks New Milford
On May 4, TheatreWorks New Milford will open their first musical of the season, Young Frankenstein by Mel Brooks.
On May 4, TheatreWorks New Milford will open their first musical of the season, Young Frankenstein by Mel Brooks.
Wexner Center Director Sherri Geldin To Step Down After 25 Years
After 25 years as director of the Wexner Center for the Arts at The Ohio State University, Sherri Geldin has announced she will leave the helm at the end of December 2018.
After 25 years as director of the Wexner Center for the Arts at The Ohio State University, Sherri Geldin has announced she will leave the helm at the end of December 2018.
Photo Flash: The Sherman Playhouse presents MURDER TAKES A HOLIDAY
On Today, December 1, The Sherman Playhouse will debut its hilarious holiday whodunit, Murder Takes a Holiday by Tim Kelly. The curtain rises at 8:00 p.m. for a four week run.
On Today, December 1, The Sherman Playhouse will debut its hilarious holiday whodunit, Murder Takes a Holiday by Tim Kelly. The curtain rises at 8:00 p.m. for a four week run.
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