Joe Assadourian

I OF THE STORM, Starring Richard Hoehler, Comes to The Gym at Judson Tonight

RJ Bartholomew's I OF THE STORM starring Richard Hoehler and directed by Janice L. Goldberg will begin a strictly limited engagement tonight, September 22, 2017 at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street, NYC).

I OF THE STORM, Starring Richard Hoehler, Coming to The Gym at Judson

RJ Bartholomew's I OF THE STORM starring Richard Hoehler and directed by Janice L. Goldberg will begin a strictly limited engagement on Friday, September 22, 2017 at The Gym at Judson (243 Thompson Street, NYC).

2015 Innovative Theater Award Winners Announced!

On Monday, September 21, 2015 The Innovative Theatre Foundation, the organization who for the past 11 years has been dedicated to celebrating Off-Off-Broadway, announced the 2015 recipients at its annual event. Celebrating eleven years and thousands of nominees, the New York Innovative Theatre awards took place at Mason Hall at Baruch Performing Arts Center.

New York Innovative Theatre Foundation Announces IT Award Nominations

On Monday, July 20, 2015, The New York Innovative Theatre Foundation, the organization who for the past 11 years has been dedicated to celebrating Off-Off-Broadway, announced the 2015 nominees at its annual event, The IT Party. Celebrating eleven years and thousands of nominees at DIAMOND HORSESHOE, home of Queen of the Night, 235 West 46th Street, 7pm-10pm.

THE BULLPEN to Continue Off-Broadway Through the Summer

Eric Krebs (in association with The Fortune Society), is pleased to announce that due to popular demand, The Bullpen, the one-man - 18-character comedy - which The New York Times calls "wildly funny" and "a tour de force" by The Huffington Post, and was recently nominated by the Outer Critics Circle as "Outstanding Solo Performance" for 2015, will continue performances at The Playroom Theater (151 West 46th Street - just east of Broadway) through the summer.

THE BULLPEN Heads to Otisville Correctional Institution Next Week; Extends Off-Broadway

The Bullpen, a one-man, 18-character comedy, will travel upstate next Thursday, March 26th for two (2) performances at Otisville Correctional Institution, where actor/writer Joe Assadourian served 12 years of a 25 year sentence for attempted murder.

2014-15 Outer Critics Circle Awards Gala Held Tonight at Sardi's; 'CURIOUS INCIDENT' Among Winners

Outer Critics Circle, the organization of writers and commentators for media covering New York theatre, recognizes its award winners for the 2014-15 season in 24 categories today, May 21st at 4PM at the legendary Sardi's Restaurant. 

THE BULLPEN to Celebrate One Year Off-Broadway; Closes This June

The Bullpen, the one-man, 18-character comedy, which was nominated by the Outer Critics Circle as "Outstanding Solo Performance" for 2015, will celebrate its one-year anniversary and end its successful run at The Playroom Theater (151 West 46th Street -- just east of Broadway) next month.

CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME Leads 65th Annual Outer Critics Circle Theatre Award Winners

Outer Critics Circle, the organization of writers and commentators for media covering New York theatre announced today its award winners for the 2014-15 season in 24 categories. Below, check out the full list of winners, lead by THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME, HAMILTON, THE KING AND I, and AN AMERICAN IN PARIS!

First Award Noms of the Year! 2014-15 Outer Critics Circle Award Nominations Announced and SOMETHING ROTTEN! Leads the Pack!

The Outer Critics Circle, the organization of writers covering New York theatre for out-of-town newspapers, national publications and other media beyond Broadway announced the nominees this morning for the 2014-15 season. The first major Broadway/Off-Broadway award nominees of the New York theater season, the organization is celebrating its 64th season of bestowing awards of excellence in the field of theater. The Outer Critics Circle is an association with members affiliated with more than ninety newspapers, magazines, radio and television stations, Internet, and theatre publications in America and abroad.

THE BULLPEN Heads to Otisville Correctional Institution This Week

The Bullpen, a one-man, 18-character comedy, will travel upstate today, March 26th for two performances at Otisville Correctional Institution, where actor/writer Joe Assadourian served 12 years of a 25 year sentence for attempted murder.

THE BULLPEN Heads to Otisville Correctional Institution Next Week; Extends Off-Broadway

The Bullpen, a one-man, 18-character comedy, will travel upstate next Thursday, March 26th for two (2) performances at Otisville Correctional Institution, where actor/writer Joe Assadourian served 12 years of a 25 year sentence for attempted murder.

Photo Flash: Members of 'The Central Park Five' Appear for THE BULLPEN Talkback

Several members of 'The Central Park Five,' the group of five young black and Latino youths falsely arrested and convicted in 1989 for the brutal beating and rape of a white woman in Central Park, attended the February 7 performance of The Bullpen, the one-man, 18-character comedy written and performed by Joe Assadourian, (now playing through March 21) at The Playroom Theater (151 West 46th Street - just east of Broadway). Raymond Santana, Kevin Richardson and Yusef Salam, three of the five members, participated in a talkback following the performance to talk about their cases, re-entry and life inside the prison system. Scroll down for photos from the event!

'Central Park Five' Attend THE BULLPEN This Weekend for Post-Show Talk

The Central Park Five, the group of five young black and Latino youths falsely arrested and convicted in 1989 for the brutal beating and rape of a white woman in Central Park, will attend a performance of The Bullpen, the one-man - 18-character comedy written and performed by Joe Assadourian, (now playing through March 21) at The Playroom Theater (151 West 46th Street -- just east of Broadway) it was announced by producer Eric Krebs (in association with The Fortune Society).

'Central Park Five' to Attend THE BULLPEN This Weekend for Post-Show Talk

The Central Park Five, the group of five young black and Latino youths falsely arrested and convicted in 1989 for the brutal beating and rape of a white woman in Central Park, will attend a performance of The Bullpen, the one-man - 18-character comedy written and performed by Joe Assadourian, (now playing through March 21) at The Playroom Theater (151 West 46th Street -- just east of Broadway) it was announced today by producer Eric Krebs (in association with The Fortune Society).

THE BULLPEN Extends, Sets New Performance Schedule

Eric Krebs (in association with The Fortune Society) is pleased to announce that, due to popular demand, The Bullpen, the one-man - 18-character comedy - will continue its critically acclaimed run at The Playroom Theater (151 West 46th Street - just east of Broadway) for an additional (8) eight weeks(through March 21) with a new performance schedule.

THE BULLPEN to Celebrate 100th Performance this Week

Eric Krebs (in association with The Fortune Society) is pleased to announce that The Bullpen, the one-man - 18-character comedy - which The New York Times calls 'wildly funny' and 'a tour de force' by The Huffington Post will celebrate its 100thperformance on Friday, January 2nd at 7pm. Released from Otisville Correctional Institution in October of 2013 after serving 12 of his 25 year sentence for attempted murder, actor/writer Joe Assadourian went from the cage to the stage after discovering his theatrical ability while reluctantly participating in a workshop behind bars led by Off-Broadway solo-show actor/director Richard Hoehler. Developed by the duo over two years, both inside and outside the state prison system, The Bullpen premiered Off Broadway at The Playroom Theater (151 West 46thStreet - just east of Broadway) on June 22, 2014 for a strictly limited engagement. Due to popular demand, the show has enjoyed several extensions and continues performances into 2015.

THE BULLPEN Sets New Holiday Schedule, Extends Into January 2015

The Bullpen, the one-man - 18-character comedy - will offer special holiday performances (see schedule below) and extend for the third time, it was announced today by producer Eric Krebs (in association with The Fortune Society).

STAGE TUBE: New Teaser for THE BULLPEN Off-Broadway

One year ago today, actor/writer Joe Assadourian went from the cage to the stage when he was released from Otisville Correctional Institution after serving 12 of his 25-year sentence for attempted murder. Having discovered his theatrical ability while reluctantly participating in a workshop behind bars led by Off-Broadway solo-show actor/directorRichard Hoehler, he wrote The Bullpen, a one-man - 18-character comedy - which The New York Times calls 'wildly funny' and 'a must see' by Theatermania. Eric Krebs, in association with The Fortune Society, is presenting the 'tour de force' (The Huffington Post) at The Playroom Theater (151 West 46th Street - just east of Broadway). Performances began on June 22, 2014 where it was met with critical acclaim and has been extended twice - now through November 22.

Joe Assadourian's THE BULLPEN Extends Through 11/22

One year ago today, actor/writer Joe Assadourian went from the cage to the stage when he was released from Otisville Correctional Institution after serving 12 of his 25-year sentence for attempted murder.