Review: GUYS & DOLLS at Fairfield Center Stage
by Sean Fallon - May 13, 2023
On Friday, May 12th, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another phenomenal production by Fairfield Center Stage, GUYS & DOLLS, which is one of the absolute best musicals ever written, with music by Frank Loesser and book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows, based on characters created by Damon Runyon. As someone who has seen this show performed on Broadway, I am qualified to say decisively and without exaggeration that Fairfield Center Stage’s performance of GUYS & DOLLS far surpasses and outshines what I saw on Broadway! Fairfield Center Stage has yet again chosen the perfect cast and perfect venue for their production! The venue is Wakeman Hall, inside First Church Congregational of Fairfield. Fairfield Center Stage maximizes the use of both the stage and the area in front of the stage throughout the show. Director Brian Crook, Musical Director Frank Martignetti, and Choreographer Bonnie Gregson combine their talents to bring out the best in the first-rate ensemble cast who all look like they are having a wonderful time playing their respective roles, with excellent stage chemistry, radiating positive energy throughout the audience! The stage presence and dynamics between the cast members are sensational. The performances are so believable, all around, that it is easy to forget that this is a fictional story.
Fairfield Center Stage to Present GUYS & DOLLS This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2023
Fairfield Center Stage will present the classic musical comedy GUYS & DOLLS in downtown Fairfield, CT. The show runs for two weekends, May 12-21, 2023 at Wakeman Hall inside First Church Congregational of Fairfield.
Photo Flash: Downtown Cabaret Theatre Stages ANNIE
by Stephi Wild - Dec 18, 2018
The sun will come out at the Downtown Cabaret Theatre in Bridgeport, CT, beginning Friday, November 30 - December 30 as Annie hits the Mainstage. This musical provides the perfect holiday adventure for families, in the Cabaret's unique and historic setting. Having been a staple in the community for almost 40 years, patrons love the 'Bring Your Own Picnic' atmosphere and the talent that comes through. Amongst its glittering history, boasts: Kelli O'Hara receiving her Equity card in a production of Phantom at the DCT.
BWW Review: ANNIE at Downtown Cabaret Theatre
by Sean Fallon - Dec 15, 2018
The Downtown Cabaret Theatre, in Bridgeport, CT has assembled a first-rate cast for ANNIE, their finest production of 2018! I highly recommend this show to all audiences. The singing, dancing, choreography, and acting are all amazing and reflect incredible effort and hard work from an enthusiastic and highly talented cast.
DARK MONEY to Debut on PBS Television Series POV
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 19, 2018
Your vote can be bought, but at what cost? Dark Money follows local Montana journalist John S. Adams, who is determined to uncover the truth about funding in his state's elections. The film gains insights over the course of three election cycles, as it solves an increasingly complicated and blurred puzzle. Dark Money traces Adams' steps and sheds light on the grassroots movement to unveil the mysterious financing behind our elections.
PBS to Premiere Political Thriller Documentary DARK MONEY
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 6, 2018
Your vote can be bought, but at what cost? Dark Money follows local Montana journalist John S. Adams, who is determined to uncover the truth about funding in his state's elections. The film gains insights over the course of three election cycles, as it solves an increasingly complicated and blurred puzzle. Dark Money traces Adams' steps and sheds light on the grassroots movement to unveil the mysterious financing behind our elections.
DARK MONEY to Premiere on PBS Series POV this October
by Macon Prickett - Jul 17, 2018
Your vote can be bought, but at what cost? Dark Money follows local Montana journalist John S. Adams, who is determined to uncover the truth about funding in his state's elections. The film gains insights over the course of three election cycles, as it solves an increasingly complicated and blurred puzzle. Dark Moneytraces Adams' steps and sheds light on the grassroots movement to unveil the mysterious financing behind our elections.
Stage Producer Sidney Lanier Dies at 90
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 6, 2013
According to The New York Times, Rev. Sidney Lanier, an experimental stage producer, passed away on Sept. 23 in Santa Barbara, Calif. He was 90.
Sundance Institute Announces Jury Members for 2013 Sundance Film Festival
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 19, 2012
Sundance Institute announced today 19 members of five juries awarding prizes at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival, January 17-27 in Park City, Salt Lake City, Ogden and Sundance, Utah. Short Film Awards will be announced at a ceremony on January 22 at Park City's Jupiter Bowl, with feature film awards announced at a separate ceremony on January 26.
OUTFEST Announces 2011 Festival Lineup July 7-17
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 8, 2011
Outfest, the Los Angeles-based nonprofit organization dedicated to nurturing, showcasing and protecting lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) media, has announced its complete programming lineup for Outfest 2011: The 29th Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Film Festival.