Scott Sheppard
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Cinema Audio Society Announces 59th CAS Awards Nominees (Jan 10, 2023)
Theatre Horizon Welcomes South Jersey Resident Andrea Lamy For Art Houses Presentation (May 10, 2021)
Lightning Rod Special, Creators Of Obie-Award Winning UNDERGROUND RAILROAD GAME, Present Their Newest Work, THE APPOINTMENT (Jan 7, 2019)
Cinema Audio Society Announces 59th CAS Awards Nominees (Jan 10, 2023)
Theatre Horizon Welcomes South Jersey Resident Andrea Lamy For Art Houses Presentation (May 10, 2021)
Lightning Rod Special, Creators Of Obie-Award Winning UNDERGROUND RAILROAD GAME, Present Their Newest Work, THE APPOINTMENT (Jan 7, 2019)
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Cinema Audio Society Announces 59th CAS Awards Nominees
by Michael Major - Jan 10, 2023
The Cinema Audio Society announces its nominees in seven categories. Oscar-nominated production sound mixer Peter J. Devlin CAS (Black Panther, Wakanda Forever) will be lauded with the CAS Career Achievement Award. Alejandro González Iñárritu (BARDO, The Revenant, Birdman) will be honored as the 2023 CAS Filmmaker of the Year.
by Michael Major - Jan 10, 2023
The Cinema Audio Society announces its nominees in seven categories. Oscar-nominated production sound mixer Peter J. Devlin CAS (Black Panther, Wakanda Forever) will be lauded with the CAS Career Achievement Award. Alejandro González Iñárritu (BARDO, The Revenant, Birdman) will be honored as the 2023 CAS Filmmaker of the Year.
Theatre Horizon Welcomes South Jersey Resident Andrea Lamy For Art Houses Presentation
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2021
Theatre Horizon's Art Houses program has announced the sixth show of the popular series, which partners professional theatre artists with families and households throughout the Greater Philadelphia region to create original performance works that will be presented on a monthly basis.
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2021
Theatre Horizon's Art Houses program has announced the sixth show of the popular series, which partners professional theatre artists with families and households throughout the Greater Philadelphia region to create original performance works that will be presented on a monthly basis.
Lightning Rod Special, Creators Of Obie-Award Winning UNDERGROUND RAILROAD GAME, Present Their Newest Work, THE APPOINTMENT
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2019
Original performance company Lightning Rod Special (LRS) is reaching the culmination of a three year effort as it premieres its newest theater work, THE APPOINTMENT, at FringeArts (140 N. Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia), running for a limited engagement March 20 through 31, 2019. The piece, which examines the contemporary abortion debate in America, will serve as the centerpiece of the FringeArts High Pressure Fire Service Festival, dedicated to promoting the next generation of vital theatre coming from Philadelphia. Opening night for press is Thursday, March 21 at 8PM.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2019
Original performance company Lightning Rod Special (LRS) is reaching the culmination of a three year effort as it premieres its newest theater work, THE APPOINTMENT, at FringeArts (140 N. Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia), running for a limited engagement March 20 through 31, 2019. The piece, which examines the contemporary abortion debate in America, will serve as the centerpiece of the FringeArts High Pressure Fire Service Festival, dedicated to promoting the next generation of vital theatre coming from Philadelphia. Opening night for press is Thursday, March 21 at 8PM.
The Drama League Announces Its 2019 Directors-In-Residence
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2018
The Drama League (Gabriel Stelian-Shanks, Executive Artistic Director) has announced the theater directors chosen to develop new plays and musicals as part of the 2019 Drama League Artist Residency Program. Public work-in-progress presentations of each residency will be held periodically throughout the year at The Drama League Theater Center, 32 Avenue of the Americas, in Tribeca. Schedules for the presentations, which are open to the public, will be available throughout 2019 at www.dramaleague.org or by calling (212) 244-9494.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 6, 2018
The Drama League (Gabriel Stelian-Shanks, Executive Artistic Director) has announced the theater directors chosen to develop new plays and musicals as part of the 2019 Drama League Artist Residency Program. Public work-in-progress presentations of each residency will be held periodically throughout the year at The Drama League Theater Center, 32 Avenue of the Americas, in Tribeca. Schedules for the presentations, which are open to the public, will be available throughout 2019 at www.dramaleague.org or by calling (212) 244-9494.
FringeArts Announces Two New Annual Festivals
by Julie Musbach - Nov 5, 2018
Today FringeArts President and Producing Director Nick Stuccio and Artistic Producers Katy Dammers and Zach Blackwood announced the programming for two new FringeArts festivals. Blue Heaven presents twelve distinct comedy acts over two days this February 1 and 2. High Pressure Fire Service runs from March through June and features six new productions-five world premieres and one expanded remount-from some of Philadelphia's preeminent performers. These exciting new platforms expand FringeArts' already rich roster of programming-the flagship fall Fringe Festival, contemporary circus festival Hand to Hand, and year-round music, comedy, and cabaret performances-and further its mission to present world-class, contemporary performing arts that challenge convention and inspire new ways of thinking.
by Julie Musbach - Nov 5, 2018
Today FringeArts President and Producing Director Nick Stuccio and Artistic Producers Katy Dammers and Zach Blackwood announced the programming for two new FringeArts festivals. Blue Heaven presents twelve distinct comedy acts over two days this February 1 and 2. High Pressure Fire Service runs from March through June and features six new productions-five world premieres and one expanded remount-from some of Philadelphia's preeminent performers. These exciting new platforms expand FringeArts' already rich roster of programming-the flagship fall Fringe Festival, contemporary circus festival Hand to Hand, and year-round music, comedy, and cabaret performances-and further its mission to present world-class, contemporary performing arts that challenge convention and inspire new ways of thinking.
UMS Announces Three Week Festival 'No Safety Net'
by Julie Musbach - Jan 16, 2018
From January 17 to February 3, 2018, the University Musical Society of the University of Michigan (UMS) presents No Safety Net, a three-week theater festival of four productions that foster timely conversations around slavery, terrorism, transgender identity, and radical wellness and healing. Two of the titles are U.S. premieres and will receive their only U.S. performances as part of No Safety Net. Performances will be held in Arthur Miller Theatre (1226 Murfin Ave, Ann Arbor) and the Stamps Gallery (201 S. Division St, Ann Arbor), with each title examining a different topic related to contemporary social issues.
by Julie Musbach - Jan 16, 2018
From January 17 to February 3, 2018, the University Musical Society of the University of Michigan (UMS) presents No Safety Net, a three-week theater festival of four productions that foster timely conversations around slavery, terrorism, transgender identity, and radical wellness and healing. Two of the titles are U.S. premieres and will receive their only U.S. performances as part of No Safety Net. Performances will be held in Arthur Miller Theatre (1226 Murfin Ave, Ann Arbor) and the Stamps Gallery (201 S. Division St, Ann Arbor), with each title examining a different topic related to contemporary social issues.
Three Weeks Of Radical Theater, Two U.S. Premieres Announced at UMS NO SAFETY NET
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2018
From January 17 to February 3, 2018, the University Musical Society of the University of Michigan (UMS) presents No Safety Net, a three-week theater festival of four productions that foster timely conversations around slavery, terrorism, transgender identity, and radical wellness and healing. Two of the titles are U.S. premieres and will receive their only U.S. performances as part of No Safety Net. Performances will be held in Arthur Miller Theatre (1226 Murfin Ave, Ann Arbor) and the Stamps Gallery (201 S. Division St, Ann Arbor), with each title examining a different topic related to contemporary social issues.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2018
From January 17 to February 3, 2018, the University Musical Society of the University of Michigan (UMS) presents No Safety Net, a three-week theater festival of four productions that foster timely conversations around slavery, terrorism, transgender identity, and radical wellness and healing. Two of the titles are U.S. premieres and will receive their only U.S. performances as part of No Safety Net. Performances will be held in Arthur Miller Theatre (1226 Murfin Ave, Ann Arbor) and the Stamps Gallery (201 S. Division St, Ann Arbor), with each title examining a different topic related to contemporary social issues.
Three Weeks Of Radical Theater, Two U.S. Premieres Announced at UMS NO SAFETY NET
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2017
From January 17 to February 3, 2018, the University Musical Society of the University of Michigan (UMS) presents No Safety Net, a three-week theater festival of four productions that foster timely conversations around slavery, terrorism, transgender identity, and radical wellness and healing. Two of the titles are U.S. premieres and will receive their only U.S. performances as part of No Safety Net. Performances will be held in Arthur Miller Theatre (1226 Murfin Ave, Ann Arbor) and the Stamps Gallery (201 S. Division St, Ann Arbor), with each title examining a different topic related to contemporary social issues.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2017
From January 17 to February 3, 2018, the University Musical Society of the University of Michigan (UMS) presents No Safety Net, a three-week theater festival of four productions that foster timely conversations around slavery, terrorism, transgender identity, and radical wellness and healing. Two of the titles are U.S. premieres and will receive their only U.S. performances as part of No Safety Net. Performances will be held in Arthur Miller Theatre (1226 Murfin Ave, Ann Arbor) and the Stamps Gallery (201 S. Division St, Ann Arbor), with each title examining a different topic related to contemporary social issues.
UMS Announces No Safety Net Theater Festival with Focus on Contemporary Social Issues
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2017
The University Musical Society of the University of Michigan (UMS) announces No Safety Net, a three-week theater festival of four productions that foster timely conversations around slavery, terrorism, transgender identity, and radical wellness and healing.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 15, 2017
The University Musical Society of the University of Michigan (UMS) announces No Safety Net, a three-week theater festival of four productions that foster timely conversations around slavery, terrorism, transgender identity, and radical wellness and healing.
Martin E. Segal Theatre Center Announces 2017 PRELUDE Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2017
The Martin E. Segal Theatre Center presents its annual PRELUDE FESTIVAL on October 4, 5, and 6 at The Graduate Center, CUNY, The City University of New York, curated by Andrew Kircher in collaboration with Frank Hentschker.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2017
The Martin E. Segal Theatre Center presents its annual PRELUDE FESTIVAL on October 4, 5, and 6 at The Graduate Center, CUNY, The City University of New York, curated by Andrew Kircher in collaboration with Frank Hentschker.
Remount of George & Co.'s HOLDEN Starts Tonight at New Ohio Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Jan 5, 2017
New Ohio Theatre presents a remounting of George & Co.'s HOLDEN, directed by Anisa George and written by Anisa George in collaboration with the ensemble. Originally developed at the 2015 Ice Factory Festival, HOLDEN returns tonight, January 5, through January 14, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 5, 2017
New Ohio Theatre presents a remounting of George & Co.'s HOLDEN, directed by Anisa George and written by Anisa George in collaboration with the ensemble. Originally developed at the 2015 Ice Factory Festival, HOLDEN returns tonight, January 5, through January 14, 2017.
Photo Flash: First Look at New Ohio Theatre's Remounting of HOLDEN
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2016
New Ohio Theatre proudly presents a remounting of George & Co.'s HOLDEN, directed by Anisa George and written by Anisa George in collaboration with the ensemble. Originally developed at the 2015 Ice Factory Festival, HOLDEN returns January 5-14, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2016
New Ohio Theatre proudly presents a remounting of George & Co.'s HOLDEN, directed by Anisa George and written by Anisa George in collaboration with the ensemble. Originally developed at the 2015 Ice Factory Festival, HOLDEN returns January 5-14, 2017.
New Ohio Theatre to Remount George & Co.'s HOLDEN This January
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2016
New Ohio Theatre presents a remounting of George & Co.'s HOLDEN, directed by Anisa George and written by Anisa George in collaboration with the ensemble. Originally developed at the 2015 Ice Factory Festival, HOLDEN returns January 5-14, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2016
New Ohio Theatre presents a remounting of George & Co.'s HOLDEN, directed by Anisa George and written by Anisa George in collaboration with the ensemble. Originally developed at the 2015 Ice Factory Festival, HOLDEN returns January 5-14, 2017.
UNDERGROUND RAILROAD GAME Extends Again at Ars Nova
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2016
In response to critical acclaim and popular demand, Ars Nova, New York's incubator for boundary-pushing theater, announces a second and final extension of the sold-out Underground Railroad Game.
by BWW News Desk - Oct 4, 2016
In response to critical acclaim and popular demand, Ars Nova, New York's incubator for boundary-pushing theater, announces a second and final extension of the sold-out Underground Railroad Game.
Ars Nova Extends UNDERGROUND RAILROAD GAME Through October
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2016
In response to critical acclaim and popular demand, Ars Nova, New York's incubator for boundary-pushing theater, extends the sold-out, New York premiere of Underground Railroad Game to October 29.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2016
In response to critical acclaim and popular demand, Ars Nova, New York's incubator for boundary-pushing theater, extends the sold-out, New York premiere of Underground Railroad Game to October 29.
Maxamoo Podcast Discusses The Undertaking, Life & Times, Underground Railroad Game, Nat Turner in Jerusalem
by Maxamoo - Sep 28, 2016
We ventured out en mass four consecutive nights and lived to recount the tale. Discussed in this episode: Shows Discussed: The Undertaking from The Civilians at BAM, Life & Times: Episode 8 from Nature Theater of Oklahoma at the FIAF (French Institute Alliance Francaise) Crossing the Line Festival, Underground Railroad Game by Jennifer Kidwell and Scott Sheppard at Ars Nova, Nat Turner in Jerusalem by Nathan Alan Davis at New York Theatre Workshop.
by Maxamoo - Sep 28, 2016
We ventured out en mass four consecutive nights and lived to recount the tale. Discussed in this episode: Shows Discussed: The Undertaking from The Civilians at BAM, Life & Times: Episode 8 from Nature Theater of Oklahoma at the FIAF (French Institute Alliance Francaise) Crossing the Line Festival, Underground Railroad Game by Jennifer Kidwell and Scott Sheppard at Ars Nova, Nat Turner in Jerusalem by Nathan Alan Davis at New York Theatre Workshop.
Ars Nova to Host 'Off Color Salon Series' for UNDERGROUND RAILROAD GAME
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2016
Presented in conjunction with the New York premiere of Underground Railroad Game, Ars Nova presents the Off Color Salon Series which features artists, scholars, writers and community leaders in post-show discussions examining race, sexuality and education.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2016
Presented in conjunction with the New York premiere of Underground Railroad Game, Ars Nova presents the Off Color Salon Series which features artists, scholars, writers and community leaders in post-show discussions examining race, sexuality and education.
UNDERGROUND RAILROAD GAME Begins Tonight at Ars Nova
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2016
Ars Nova, New York's incubator for boundary-pushing theater, presents Underground Railroad Game (tonight, September 13, through October 15), created by Jennifer Kidwell and Scott Sheppard with Philadelphia based theater company Lightning Rod Special and directed by Taibi Magar.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 13, 2016
Ars Nova, New York's incubator for boundary-pushing theater, presents Underground Railroad Game (tonight, September 13, through October 15), created by Jennifer Kidwell and Scott Sheppard with Philadelphia based theater company Lightning Rod Special and directed by Taibi Magar.
Theatre Philadelphia Announces 2016 Barrymore Award Nominees
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2016
Theatre Philadelphia has announced the nominees for the 2016 Barrymore Awards for Excellence in Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 29, 2016
Theatre Philadelphia has announced the nominees for the 2016 Barrymore Awards for Excellence in Theatre.
Ars Nova to Present UNDERGROUND RAILROAD GAME This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Aug 18, 2016
Ars Nova, New York's incubator for boundary-pushing theater, is pleased to present Underground Railroad Game (September 13-October 15), created by Jennifer Kidwell and Scott Sheppard with Philadelphia based theater company Lightning Rod Special and directed by Taibi Magar.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 18, 2016
Ars Nova, New York's incubator for boundary-pushing theater, is pleased to present Underground Railroad Game (September 13-October 15), created by Jennifer Kidwell and Scott Sheppard with Philadelphia based theater company Lightning Rod Special and directed by Taibi Magar.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Scott Sheppard written?
Scott Sheppard has written 1 shows including Underground Railroad Game (Author).
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