Davy Rothbart

IAMA Theatre Company Goes Virtual With 2020-21 Online Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2020

IAMA Theatre Company has announced a full 2020-21 virtual season of four new, solo works-in-progress and a new works playreading series, beginning Oct. 22 and running through June 10.

KPFK's Arts In Review Airs IAMA Theatre's Premiere Of Christian Durso's 'Redline'
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2020

During the current pandemic, KPFK's Arts in Review, Southern California's longest-running radio showcase on live theater and cabaret, will be airing short plays, produced by local small theatres, during the month of May. This week Arts in Review airs an excerpt from IAMA Theatre Company's 10th Anniversary Season premiere of Christian Durso's Redline, directed by Eli Gonda, playing Friday, May 8 (2 to 2:30pm) over KPFK 90.7fm, home of Pacifica Radio for Southern California.     

IAMA Theatre Company Releases Clip of FOUND: A NEW MUSICAL Featuring Jonah Platt and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 8, 2020

IAMA Theatre Company via @TheatreWithoutTheater has released a video clip from its West Coast premiere of Found: A New Musical, which was forced to close mid-run due to the current public health crisis. Theatre Without Theater is a nightly theatrical broadcast (via Instagram) aiming to fill the current artistic void at curtain time.

Photo Flash: Daisy Eagan, Skylar Astin, Rachel Bloom, and More Attend Opening Night of FOUND at the Los Angeles Theatre Center
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2020

Opening night of the West Coast premiere of 'Found: A New Musical' was held at the Los Angeles Theatre Center last Thursday, Feb. 20.

BWW Interview: Many Related Talents FOUND in Renaissance Man Jonah Platt
by Gil Kaan - Feb 13, 2020

IAMA Theatre Company's latest production FOUND will be opening Thursday February 20, 2020 at the Los Angeles Theatre Center. Helmed by Moritz von Stuelpnagel, this new musical based on Davy Rothbart's popular Found Magazine, features an array of familiar Los Angeles stage talents including: Jordan Kai Burnett, Sheila Carrasco, Parvesh Cheena, Desi Dennis-Dylan, Tom DeTrinis, Zehra Fazal, Ryan W. Garcia, Mike Millan, Karla Mosley and Jonah Platt. I had the opportunity to toss a few questions to Jonah.

IAMA Theatre Company Has Announced Three Dates for Davy Rothbart's FOUND MAGAZINE Show
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2020

IAMA Theatre Company has announced three late-night dates for a special presentation of Davy Rothbart's 'Found Magazine' show, in which Rothbart shares his collection of discarded notes and letters including photos, love notes, grocery lists and other magical and mesmerizing finds. Rothbart, who created the magazine in 2001, collects any found item 'that gives a glimpse into someone else's life' from contributors around the world.

BWW Feature: Seven Date Night Recommendations for a Sensational Valentine's Day
by Ellen Dostal - Feb 2, 2020

With Valentine's Day right around the corner, it's time to get your date night plans in order. BroadwayWorld is ready to help with our top recommendations for a theatre night out on the town. It doesn't matter if you're looking to impress your sweetie, meet up with friends, or escape the daily grind on your own, these productions will certainly sweeten the day.

IAMA Theatre Company Will Present the West Coast Premiere of Musical Comedy FOUND Starring Jonah Platt
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 15, 2020

'Dear Mom summer camp isn't fun anymore, everyone is dying.' 'Dear Ron things haven't been the same since we found out we were related.' 'I, Becka McNeil state herein that upon my death Drew Kopel has all legal rights to my skull.' IAMA Theatre Company presents the West Coast premiere of Found, a new musical inspired by Davy Rothbart's popular Found magazine, which features scores of actual discarded notes and letters that have been 'found' in the real world by everyday people.

Moritz Von Stuelpnagel Will Direct West Coast Premiere Of New Musical FOUND For IAMA In 2020
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2019

IAMA Theatre Company has revealed the mystery title of the new musical promised in the company's 2019-20 season announcement: Tony-nominated director Moritz von Stuelpnagel (Broadway's Hand to God, Present Laughter, Bernhardt/Hamlet; off-Broadway's Teenage Dick) will direct the West Coast premiere of Found: A New Musical Comedy, with a book by Hunter Bell and Lee Overtree and music and original lyrics by Eli Bolin.

Woodstock Film Festival Announces 20th Anniversary Audience & Maverick Award Recipients
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 8, 2019

The 20th Anniversary Woodstock Film Festival wrapped up on Sunday with the Closing Night film Marriage Story, directed by Noah Baumbach. Audience ballots from more than 100 films were counted late Sunday night to determine the winners of the Audience Awards. Over the past week, thousands of film goers, industry and filmmakers from around the world attended screenings, panels, and special events in Woodstock, Rhinebeck, Rosendale, Kingston and Saugerties.

THIS IS LIKE THAT By Michael Sean Cirelli, Premieres In TNC's Dream Up Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 8, 2019

With performances between August 31st and September 4th, Theater for the New City's Dream Up Festival will present the world premiere of 'This is Like That' by Michael Sean Cirelli, a solo performance piece in the form of an eccentric slide lecture with a temperamental carousel projector and an apple.

Tribeca Film Festival 2019 Announces Feature Film Lineup
by Tori Hartshorn - Mar 5, 2019

The 2019 Tribeca Film Festival, presented by AT&T, today unveiled its feature film lineup. Continuing its tradition of elevating exceptional storytelling rooted in today's global film communities, the 18th annual Festival will showcase debut works from emerging talent and new works from notable filmmakers. The program includes discoveries, comedies, music-centered, political and social films. The 2019 Tribeca Film Festival takes place April 24 - May 5.  

Larry Wilmore, W. Kamau Bell and More to Headline NOW HEAR THIS Podcast Festival
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2017

Midroll Media, organizer of the pioneering Now Hear This podcast festival, is pleased to announce programming for the second annual festival.

Chris Gethard, Laren Lapkus and More Join NOW HEAR THIS Podcast Festival Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2017

Podcast industry leader Midroll Media, organizer of the pioneering Now Hear This podcast festival, is pleased to announce additional programming for the second annual festival.

LeVar Burton and More Join Lineup for 2017 NOW HEAR THIS Podcast Festival
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2017

Newly announced shows include 'LeVar Burton Reads,' from the star of 'Reading Rainbow' and 'Stark Trek;' comedy podcast 'Hello From The Magic Tavern;' 'Vox's The Weeds,' an in-depth look at current events; and 'Nancy,' conversations about today's LGBTQ issues; as well as a block of wrestling podcasts, including 'Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast,' 'The Art of Wrestling' and 'Conversation with the Big Guy.'

LeVar Burton and More Join Lineup for 2017 NOW HEAR THIS Podcast Festival
by BWW News Desk - Aug 9, 2017

Newly announced shows include 'LeVar Burton Reads,' from the star of 'Reading Rainbow' and 'Stark Trek;' comedy podcast 'Hello From The Magic Tavern;' 'Vox's The Weeds,' an in-depth look at current events; and 'Nancy,' conversations about today's LGBTQ issues; as well as a block of wrestling podcasts, including 'Sam Roberts Wrestling Podcast,' 'The Art of Wrestling' and 'Conversation with the Big Guy.'

Chris Gethard, Laren Lapkus and More Join NOW HEAR THIS Podcast Festival Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Jul 14, 2017

Podcast industry leader Midroll Media, organizer of the pioneering Now Hear This podcast festival, is pleased to announce additional programming for the second annual festival.

Larry Wilmore, W. Kamau Bell and More to Headline NOW HEAR THIS Podcast Festival
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2017

Midroll Media, organizer of the pioneering Now Hear This podcast festival, is pleased to announce programming for the second annual festival.

Listen: Adrienne Warren Sings 'Looking for Love' on FOUND Valentine's Day Podcast
by BWW News Desk - Feb 9, 2017

Found The Musical star Christina Anthony (Second City) hosts a special Valentine's Day themed episode of the acclaimed Found podcast series, presented by Found The Musical and Killer Films Media in partnership with Wondery, which has been renewed for a second season. 

Photo Coverage: Meet the Company of Philadelphia Theatre Company's FOUND
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 25, 2016

Philadelphia Theatre Company will soon present the freshly reconceived new musical comedy Found, with a book by Hunter Bell and Lee Overtree and music and original lyrics by Eli Bolin, which will play from November 9 through December 11, 2016 at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre.