Peter Wood

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Comes to Roman Theatre Outdoors Next Month

Christmas Eve, 1843: it's cold, it's dark, and Ebenezer Scrooge - miser, meanster, and one of Victorian literature's most notorious characters – is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley.  Bound in chains as punishment for a lifetime of greed, the ghost warns Scrooge he must change his ways in order to escape the same fate.

How Many Tom Stoppard Plays Have Been Performed on Broadway?

Leopoldstadt marks the 19th production of a Tom Stoppard play to open on Broadway since Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead opened 55 years ago. Stoppard has won four Best Play Tony Awards, more than any other playwright in history. What are the 18 other productions of Tom Stoppard plays to open on Broadway? Let's take a look back!

Full Casting Announced For ONCE ON THIS ISLAND at Roundhouse Theatre, La Boite

Full casting has been announced for the upcoming production of Once on This Island at Roundhouse Theatre, La Boite.

BWW Review: REVIEW: CLEVER LITTLE LIES at Square One Theatre

CLEVER LITTLE LIES by Joe DiPietro at Square One Theatre in Stratford, CT is a diverting little entertainment that is funny in an old-fashioned sense, bound to appeal to those of a certain age who are familiar with light television comedies and those who have reached certain milestones in their lives.

Photo FLASH: CLEVER LITTLE LIES AT Square One Theatre Company

Clever Little Lies, the outrageous comedy of sex, love and secrets by playwright Joe DiPietro, is the next stage production of Square One Theatre Company in Stratford, Connecticut opening Thursday, February 28 (2019) and continues on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Sunday, March 17.

LIGHT OF DAY WINTERFEST Returns to New York City

With a goal of topping last year's record-breaking $555,000 raised in its ongoing battle against Parkinson's disease, LIGHT OF DAY WINTERFEST 2018, presented by the Asbury Park Press, is returning to New York City on Wednesday, Jan. 10, forLIGHT OF DAY NEW YORK CITY for the world-renowned Light of Day Foundation.

Blue Note Hawaii Welcomes Chris Botti Back To The Stage

Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists, presents Chris Botti in a six-night engagement January 30 February 4, 2018. Tickets for the shows go on sale on September 29 at 10:00 a.m.

Jazz Master Onaje Allan Gumbs Speaks TRUTH TO POWER at City College Center for the Arts

The City College Center for the Arts (CCCA) presents "Truth to Power," featuring Onaje Allan Gumbs and Trio Plus, at Aaron Davis Hall on Friday, April 28. The musicians will be joined by special guest artists Nana Camille Yarbrough and Mem Nahadr for the 7 p.m. concert. 

Chris Botti Returns to Van Wezel Center This April

Trumpeter Chris Botti is returning by popular demand with an intimate live concert at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Wednesday, April 12th at 8PM. He has had four number one albums on the Billboard's Jazz Albums listings and received a Grammy® for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album for Impressions. Botti has firmly established himself as the world's largest selling jazz instrumentalist.  

The Segal Center's JOURNAL OF AMERICAN DRAMA AND THEATRE Free Online

Martin E. Segal Theatre Center Publications has announced that 'Journal of American Drama and Theatre, Volume 29, Issue 1' is now online for free.

Patrick Marber's Critically Acclaimed Production Of Tom Stoppard's Travesties Transfers To The West End Next Year

Patrick Marber's critically acclaimed production of Tom Stoppard's Travesties transfers to the West End in 2017 for a limited run at the Apollo Theatre - with over 100 tickets at each performance at just £20.

Blue Note Hawaii Presents Chris Botti

Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists, presents Chris Botti in a six-night engagement January 17 - 22, 2017. Tickets for the shows go on sale on October 12 at 10:00 a.m.

Photo Flash: First Look at Tom Stoppard's TRAVESTIES at the Menier Chocolate Factory

Patrick Marber directs Clare Foster (Cecily), Freddie Fox (Tristan Tzara), Tom Hollander (Henry Carr), Forbes Masson (Lenin), Peter McDonald (James Joyce), Amy Morgan (Gwendolen), Sarah Quist (Nadya) and Tim Wallers (Bennett). The production - which opens on 4 October, with previews from 22 September and runs until 19 November - completely sold out, breaking Menier box office records by becoming the first play to sell out ahead of its opening in the theatre's history.

Full Cast Announced For TRAVESTIES at Menier Chocolate Factory

The Menier Chocolate Factory today announces the full company for a major new revival of Tom Stoppard's TRAVESTIES - the first London revival in over 20 years. Patrick Marber directs Clare Foster (Cecily), Freddie Fox (Tristan Tzara), Tom Hollander (Henry Carr), Forbes Masson (Lenin), Peter McDonald (James Joyce), Amy Morgan (Gwendolen), Sarah Quist (Nadya) and Tim Wallers (Bennett). The production - which opens on 4 October, with previews from 22 September and runs until 19 November - is now completely sold out, breaking Menier box office records by becoming the first play to sell out ahead of its opening in the theatre's history.

Freddie Fox, Clare Foster, Amy Morgan and More Announced for TRAVESTIES Revival

Menier Chocolate Factory has announced further casting for its major revival of Tom Stoppard's TRAVESTIES. Joining Tom Hollander are: Clare Foster (Cecily), Freddie Fox (Tristan Tzara), Forbes Masson (Lenin), Peter McDonald (James Joyce), Amy Morgan (Gwendolen) and Sarah Quist (Nadya). Patrick Marber directs, and the production opens on 4 October, with previews from 22 September and runs until 19 November. Public booking opens today.

Amy Morgan and Freddie Fox Join Tom Hollander in TRAVESTIES at Menier Chocolate Factory

According to the Daily Mail, Menier Chocolate Factory's major new revival of Tom Stoppard's TRAVESTIES - the first London revival in over 20 years - will star Amy Morgan and Freddie Fox opposite previously announced Tom Hollander. 

Patrick Marber Directs Tom Hollander in TRAVESTIES at Menier Chocolate Factory

The Menier Chocolate Factory today announces a major new revival of Tom Stoppard's TRAVESTIES - the first London revival in over 20 years. Patrick Marber directs Tom Hollander as he returns to the stage to play Henry Carr. The production opens on 4 October, with previews from 22 September and runs until 19 November.

Stratford Mayor John Harkins Attends Opening Night of STRATFORD CHARACTERS

Stratford Mayor, John Harkins attended the opening night of Square One Theatre's production of Stratford Characters, presented in Celebration of Stratford's 375th Anniversary.

Square One Theatre Company to Present STRATFORD CHARACTERS

Presented in association with The Town of Stratford's 375th Anniversary Committee, the Square One Theatre Company continues its 25th Anniversary Season honoring the Town's 375th Anniversary with Steven Otfinoski's Stratford Characters.

59E59 Theaters Hosts US Premiere of THE LOVESONG OF ALFRED J HITCHCOCK, Now thru 5/25

59E59 Theaters will welcome New Perspectives back to Brits Off Broadway with the US premiere of David Rudkin's THE LOVESONG OF ALFRED J HITCHCOCK, directed by Jack McNamara. THE LOVESONG OF ALFRED J HITCHCOCK begins performances tonight, May 1 for a limited engagement through Sunday, May 25. Press opening is Wednesday, May 7 at 7 PM. The performance schedule is Tuesday - Thursday at 7 PM; Friday at 8 PM; Saturday at 2 PM & 8 PM; Sunday at 3 PM & 7 PM.