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Dan Froot and Company to Present ARMS AROUND AMERICA Podcast and Theatrical Performances (Jun 15, 2024)
Norm Lewis, Myles Frost, and More to Be Honored at NAACP Theatre Awards (May 11, 2024)
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Bryan Cranston & More in Geffen Playhouse's POWER OF SAIL (Feb 23, 2022)
Dan Froot and Company to Present ARMS AROUND AMERICA Podcast and Theatrical Performances (Jun 15, 2024)
Norm Lewis, Myles Frost, and More to Be Honored at NAACP Theatre Awards (May 11, 2024)
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Bryan Cranston & More in Geffen Playhouse's POWER OF SAIL (Feb 23, 2022)
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VIDEO: Get A First Look At Bryan Cranston & More in Geffen Playhouse's POWER OF SAIL
by Alan Henry - 2022-02-23 12:55:30
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Dan Froot and Company to Present ARMS AROUND AMERICA Podcast and Theatrical Performances
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 15, 2024
For their latest project, Arms Around America, the group will explore the stories of real families from around the country whose lives have been shaped by guns.
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 15, 2024
For their latest project, Arms Around America, the group will explore the stories of real families from around the country whose lives have been shaped by guns.
Norm Lewis, Myles Frost, and More to Be Honored at NAACP Theatre Awards
by Blair Ingenthron - May 11, 2024
The NAACP Theatre Awards has revealed the honorees for the 30th Annual Awards Ceremony, taking place on June 3rd in Los Angeles.
by Blair Ingenthron - May 11, 2024
The NAACP Theatre Awards has revealed the honorees for the 30th Annual Awards Ceremony, taking place on June 3rd in Los Angeles.
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Bryan Cranston & More in Geffen Playhouse's POWER OF SAIL
by Alan Henry - Feb 23, 2022
Get a first look at Geffen Playhouse's Power of Sail, written by Paul Grellong, and directed by Weyni Mengesha. Now on stage through March 20th, Power of Sail features Hugo Armstrong, Amy Brenneman, Bryan Cranston, Donna Simone Johnson, Tedra Millan, Seth Numrich and Brandon Scott.
by Alan Henry - Feb 23, 2022
Get a first look at Geffen Playhouse's Power of Sail, written by Paul Grellong, and directed by Weyni Mengesha. Now on stage through March 20th, Power of Sail features Hugo Armstrong, Amy Brenneman, Bryan Cranston, Donna Simone Johnson, Tedra Millan, Seth Numrich and Brandon Scott.
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On Geffen Playhouse's POWER OF SAIL
by Alan Henry - Feb 23, 2022
Geffen Playhouse is presenting Power of Sail, written by Paul Grellong, and directed by Weyni Mengesha. Now on stage through March 20th, Power of Sail features Hugo Armstrong, Amy Brenneman, Bryan Cranston, Donna Simone Johnson, Tedra Millan, Seth Numrich and Brandon Scott.
by Alan Henry - Feb 23, 2022
Geffen Playhouse is presenting Power of Sail, written by Paul Grellong, and directed by Weyni Mengesha. Now on stage through March 20th, Power of Sail features Hugo Armstrong, Amy Brenneman, Bryan Cranston, Donna Simone Johnson, Tedra Millan, Seth Numrich and Brandon Scott.
BWW Interview: A POWERful Hugo Armstrong Confidently SAILs Through His Theatrical Career
by Gil Kaan - Feb 16, 2022
The Geffen west coast premieres Paul Grellong’s POWER OF SAIL, already in previews. Weyni Mengesha directs the cast of Hugo Armstrong, Amy Brenneman, Bryan Cranston, Donna Simone Johnson, Tedra Millan, Seth Numrich and Brandon Scott. I had the chance to question Hugo, a familiar face on the Los Angeles theatre stages on being in POWER and his ongoing relationship with L.A. theatre.
by Gil Kaan - Feb 16, 2022
The Geffen west coast premieres Paul Grellong’s POWER OF SAIL, already in previews. Weyni Mengesha directs the cast of Hugo Armstrong, Amy Brenneman, Bryan Cranston, Donna Simone Johnson, Tedra Millan, Seth Numrich and Brandon Scott. I had the chance to question Hugo, a familiar face on the Los Angeles theatre stages on being in POWER and his ongoing relationship with L.A. theatre.
Photos: First Look at Bryan Cranston, Amy Brenneman & More in POWER OF SAIL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2022
Geffen Playhouse is presenting Power of Sail, written by Paul Grellong, and directed by Weyni Mengesha. Set to open on February 17, Power of Sail features Hugo Armstrong, Amy Brenneman, Bryan Cranston, Donna Simone Johnson, Tedra Millan, Seth Numrich and Brandon Scott.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2022
Geffen Playhouse is presenting Power of Sail, written by Paul Grellong, and directed by Weyni Mengesha. Set to open on February 17, Power of Sail features Hugo Armstrong, Amy Brenneman, Bryan Cranston, Donna Simone Johnson, Tedra Millan, Seth Numrich and Brandon Scott.
Bryan Cranston Will Lead POWER OF SAIL at Geffen Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2022
Geffen Playhouse today announced the full cast for its West Coast premiere of Power of Sail, written by Paul Grellong (The Boys, Manuscript) and directed by Weyni Mengesha (Bars and Measures, Duchess! Duchess! Duchess!).
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2022
Geffen Playhouse today announced the full cast for its West Coast premiere of Power of Sail, written by Paul Grellong (The Boys, Manuscript) and directed by Weyni Mengesha (Bars and Measures, Duchess! Duchess! Duchess!).
Calista Flockhart and Zachary Quinto to Star in WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF? at the Geffen Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2021
Geffen Playhouse added three new productions to complete its 25th Anniversary Season lineup, it was announced today. Playwright Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? will make its Geffen Playhouse premiere in April 2022, featuring Calista Flockhart (Ally McBeal, Neil LaBute's bash) and Zachary Quinto (Star Trek franchise, The Boys in the Band); A Wicked Soul in Cherry Hill, a new original musical from playwright and Geffen Playhouse The Writers' Room program alum Matt Schatz, will make its world premiere in June 2022; and playwright Fernanda Coppel's King Liz will makes its West Coast premiere in July 2022.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2021
Geffen Playhouse added three new productions to complete its 25th Anniversary Season lineup, it was announced today. Playwright Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? will make its Geffen Playhouse premiere in April 2022, featuring Calista Flockhart (Ally McBeal, Neil LaBute's bash) and Zachary Quinto (Star Trek franchise, The Boys in the Band); A Wicked Soul in Cherry Hill, a new original musical from playwright and Geffen Playhouse The Writers' Room program alum Matt Schatz, will make its world premiere in June 2022; and playwright Fernanda Coppel's King Liz will makes its West Coast premiere in July 2022.
Winners Of LANPP Grants Announced
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2021
Los Angeles New Play Project has released the names of the three playwrights who have each been awarded $20,000 grants for their original work. These plays will be presented on stages in Los Angeles County with an additional grant up to $20,000 to each of the producing entities in support of the productions. All three playwrights are based in Los Angeles.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 29, 2021
Los Angeles New Play Project has released the names of the three playwrights who have each been awarded $20,000 grants for their original work. These plays will be presented on stages in Los Angeles County with an additional grant up to $20,000 to each of the producing entities in support of the productions. All three playwrights are based in Los Angeles.
THE VOICES OF AFGHANISTAN Readings to be Presented by L.A. Writers Center
by Gigi Gervais - Oct 24, 2021
The Voices of Afghanistan is designed to amplify Afghan stories. They believe these stories need to be heard and we are now, more than ever, prepared to listen.
by Gigi Gervais - Oct 24, 2021
The Voices of Afghanistan is designed to amplify Afghan stories. They believe these stories need to be heard and we are now, more than ever, prepared to listen.
HowlRound and LA Writers Center Present A Live Online Event THE VOICES OF AFGHANISTAN
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2021
LA Writers Center presents a free online reading of 'The Voices of Afghanistan' by Susan Rome, Amy Raasch, Che'Rae Adams, Caitlin Kennedy Mayernik, and Brandon Jones which will live stream on the global, commons-based, peer-produced HowlRound TV network at Howlround.tv beginning Friday October 22.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 22, 2021
LA Writers Center presents a free online reading of 'The Voices of Afghanistan' by Susan Rome, Amy Raasch, Che'Rae Adams, Caitlin Kennedy Mayernik, and Brandon Jones which will live stream on the global, commons-based, peer-produced HowlRound TV network at Howlround.tv beginning Friday October 22.
Son Of Semele Leaves Home Of 18 Years
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2021
Award-winning theatre company Son of Semele Ensemble is announcing its departure from their Silver Lake home of 18 years. Led by Founding Artistic Director Matthew McCray since 2000, the company has been in residence at 3301 Beverly Boulevard in a black box theatre they created in 2003.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2021
Award-winning theatre company Son of Semele Ensemble is announcing its departure from their Silver Lake home of 18 years. Led by Founding Artistic Director Matthew McCray since 2000, the company has been in residence at 3301 Beverly Boulevard in a black box theatre they created in 2003.
Virtual Premiere of THE LATRELL SHOW to be Presented by IAMA Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2021
IAMA Theatre Company will present the virtual premiere of “The Latrell Show,” written and performed by actor, writer and social justice advocate Brandon Kyle Goodman. Co-directed by IAMA co-artistic director Stefanie Black and company member Devere Rogers, “The Latrell Show” will be filmed on stage at the Pico Playhouse.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 23, 2021
IAMA Theatre Company will present the virtual premiere of “The Latrell Show,” written and performed by actor, writer and social justice advocate Brandon Kyle Goodman. Co-directed by IAMA co-artistic director Stefanie Black and company member Devere Rogers, “The Latrell Show” will be filmed on stage at the Pico Playhouse.
LA Writers Center Presents Reading of CHASING THE WOLF
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2021
LA Writers Center presents a free online reading of 'Chasing the Wolf” by Nathan Singer as a part of their 'Breathe' online play reading series, which will live stream on the global, commons-based, peer-produced HowlRound TV network at Howlround.tv.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 16, 2021
LA Writers Center presents a free online reading of 'Chasing the Wolf” by Nathan Singer as a part of their 'Breathe' online play reading series, which will live stream on the global, commons-based, peer-produced HowlRound TV network at Howlround.tv.
Road Theatre Company Presents UNDER CONSTRUCTION: THE FULL LENGTHS
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2021
The full length plays of UNDER CONSTRUCTION 1 are just that...still 'Under Construction.' This is the result of the playwrights one year commitment to the workshop.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2021
The full length plays of UNDER CONSTRUCTION 1 are just that...still 'Under Construction.' This is the result of the playwrights one year commitment to the workshop.
Photo Flash: IAMA Presents the Virtual Premiere Of MAKING FRIENDS
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2020
Don’t touch the merchandise! A new, “gaytastic” comic solo play, written and performed by self-confessed rage-aholic Tom DeTrinis, will be filmed live at L.A.’s Pico Playhouse for digital release by IAMA Theatre Company. Directed by Drew Droege, Making Friends will be available for viewing beginning Dec. 17 and continue streaming through Jan. 11, 2021.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2020
Don’t touch the merchandise! A new, “gaytastic” comic solo play, written and performed by self-confessed rage-aholic Tom DeTrinis, will be filmed live at L.A.’s Pico Playhouse for digital release by IAMA Theatre Company. Directed by Drew Droege, Making Friends will be available for viewing beginning Dec. 17 and continue streaming through Jan. 11, 2021.
IAMA Streams MAKING FRIENDS by Tom Detrinis
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2020
Don't touch the merchandise! A new, 'gaytastic' comic solo play, written and performed by self-confessed rage-aholic Tom DeTrinis, will be filmed live at L.A.'s Pico Playhouse for digital release by IAMA Theatre Company. Making Friends will be available for viewing beginning Dec. 17 and continue streaming through Jan. 11, 2021.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2020
Don't touch the merchandise! A new, 'gaytastic' comic solo play, written and performed by self-confessed rage-aholic Tom DeTrinis, will be filmed live at L.A.'s Pico Playhouse for digital release by IAMA Theatre Company. Making Friends will be available for viewing beginning Dec. 17 and continue streaming through Jan. 11, 2021.
IAMA Theatre Company Presents New Solo Show MAKING FRIENDS
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2020
Don’t touch the merchandise! A new, “gaytastic” comic solo play, written and performed by self-confessed rage-aholic Tom DeTrinis, will be filmed live at L.A.’s Pico Playhouse for digital release by IAMA Theatre Company. Directed by Drew Droege, Making Friends will be available for viewing beginning Dec. 17 and continue streaming through Jan. 11, 2021.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2020
Don’t touch the merchandise! A new, “gaytastic” comic solo play, written and performed by self-confessed rage-aholic Tom DeTrinis, will be filmed live at L.A.’s Pico Playhouse for digital release by IAMA Theatre Company. Directed by Drew Droege, Making Friends will be available for viewing beginning Dec. 17 and continue streaming through Jan. 11, 2021.
Road Theatre Company Presents First Presentation Of UNDER CONSTRUCTION
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2020
THE ROAD THEATRE COMPANY and Taylor Gilbert, Founder/Artistic Director together with Sam Anderson, Artistic Director, remain committed to their meaningful mission to produce and develop New Work for the Stage. This was the final step. Develop plays from the bottom up! With Carlyle King, Jessica Broutt and Carlos LaCamara, the dream was hatched.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 10, 2020
THE ROAD THEATRE COMPANY and Taylor Gilbert, Founder/Artistic Director together with Sam Anderson, Artistic Director, remain committed to their meaningful mission to produce and develop New Work for the Stage. This was the final step. Develop plays from the bottom up! With Carlyle King, Jessica Broutt and Carlos LaCamara, the dream was hatched.
LA Writers Center Launches Online Breathe Play Reading Series to Amplify BIPOC Voices
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2020
LA Writers Center presents a free online reading of Strange Fruit Part 2 by Jon Bastian as a part of their Breathe online play reading series, which will live stream on the global, commons-based, peer-produced HowlRound TV network at Howlround.tv beginning September 26 2020 at 11 a.m. PDT (San Francisco, UTC-7) / 1 p.m. CDT (Chicago, UTC-5) / 2 p.m. EDT (New York, UTC-4).
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2020
LA Writers Center presents a free online reading of Strange Fruit Part 2 by Jon Bastian as a part of their Breathe online play reading series, which will live stream on the global, commons-based, peer-produced HowlRound TV network at Howlround.tv beginning September 26 2020 at 11 a.m. PDT (San Francisco, UTC-7) / 1 p.m. CDT (Chicago, UTC-5) / 2 p.m. EDT (New York, UTC-4).
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