Leslie Steinweiss

New Play I WAS A STRANGER TOO Highlights Hope Amid Danger In Asylum System

'I Was A Stranger Too,' a new play by Cynthia L. Cooper and directed by Carolyn Levy, tells the stories of people who are seeking asylum and those who help them. The play will have four performances, Jan 26 -29, at The Neighborhood House (Wellstone Center) in St. Paul.

RACHEL CALOF Adds Another Performance at United Solo

RACHEL CALOF, a play with music, based on the life of Rachel Calof, a Jewish picture bride who was a homesteader on the Great Plains from 1894-1904, was chosen to be highlighted in the United Solo Theatre Festival.

RACHEL CALOF to Play United Solo Festival

RACHEL CALOF, a play with music, based on the life of Rachel Calof, a Jewish picture bride who was a homesteader on the Great Plains from 1894-1904, was chosen to be highlighted in the United Solo Theatre Festival.   

Minnesota Jewish Theatre Kicks Off 19th Season with RACHEL CALOF Tonight

This summer, the Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company opens its 19th season with a limited engagement of Rachel Calof, a solo theatrical tour de force starring Kate Fuglei. This debut production plays seven days only - today, August 15 through August 25 - at the intimate Hillcrest Center Theater; tickets now available. This special presentation has been adapted for the stage by Ken LaZebnik with music and lyrics by Leslie Steinweiss.

Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company to Kick Off 19th Season with RACHEL CALOF, 8/15-25

This summer, the Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company opens its 19th season with a limited engagement of Rachel Calof, a solo theatrical tour de force starring Kate Fuglei. This debut production plays seven days only - August 15 through August 25 - at the intimate Hillcrest Center Theater; tickets now available. This special presentation has been adapted for the stage by Ken Lazebnik with music and lyrics by Leslie Steinweiss.

Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company Announces 2013-14 Season

Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company announced a special summer production plus 4 plays lined up for its exciting 2013-2014 season, including an engrossing and provocative drama; a youthful holiday show that promotes compassion and friendship; a contemporary musical that navigates the waters of love and matrimony; and a spirited new play about a superhero and his determined creator.

RACHEL CALOF Opens at NYC Fringe Festival 8/12

RACHEL CALOF, starring Kate Fuglei and adapted by Ken LaZebnik from the memoir 'Rachel Calof's Story' will open at the Fringe Festival on August 12, 2011. The show features original music and lyrics by Leslie Steinweiss and is directed by Ellen S. Pressman.