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Griffin Theatre Welcomes Nine New Ensemble Members

Griffin Theatre Company Artistic Director William Massolia today announced the addition of nine new ensemble members: Isa Arciniegas, Larry Baldacci, Peter Byrne, Jermaine Hill, Nicole Laurenzi, Ryan McBride, Rochelle Therrien, Jason VonRohn and Scott Weinstein. Additionally, Griffin is pleased to add six new artistic associates: Will Kiley, Dorothy Milne, Mechelle Moe, Alexander Ridgers, Rachel Sypniewski and Brandon Wardell.
Griffin Theatre's LONDON WALL Opens Tonight

On the heals of its hit production of Pocatello, Griffin Theatre Company is pleased to continue its 2015-16 season with the Midwest premiere of John Van Druten's romantic drama LONDON WALL, directed by ensemble member Robin Witt, who helmed Griffin's 2014 Jeff Award-winning drama Men Should Weep.
Photo Flash: First Look at Griffin Theatre's Midwest Premiere of LONDON WALL

Following its hit production of Pocatello, Griffin Theatre Company continues its 2015-16 season with the Midwest premiere of John Van Druten's romantic drama LONDON WALL, directed by ensemble member Robin Witt, who helmed Griffin's 2014 Jeff Award-winning drama Men Should Weep. LONDON WALL plays now through February 14, 2016 at The Den Theatre, 1333 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Griffin Theatre's LONDON WALL Begins Tonight

On the heals of its hit production of Pocatello, Griffin Theatre Company is pleased to continue its 2015-16 season with the Midwest premiere of John Van Druten's romantic drama LONDON WALL, directed by ensemble member Robin Witt, who helmed Griffin's 2014 Jeff Award-winning drama Men Should Weep. LONDON WALL will play tonight, January 9, through February 14, 2016 at The Den Theatre, 1333 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago.
Cast Announced for Griffin Theatre's LONDON WALL, Coming This Winter

On the heals of its hit production of Pocatello, Griffin Theatre Company is pleased to continue its 2015-16 season with the Midwest premiere of John Van Druten's romantic drama LONDON WALL, directed by ensemble member Robin Witt, who helmed Griffin's 2014 Jeff Award-winning drama Men Should Weep. LONDON WALL will play January 9 - February 14, 2016 at The Den Theatre, 1333 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Chicago.
Bohemian Theatre Ensemble and The Hypocrites Top List of Jeff Nominations

The Jeff Awards Committee today announced 120 nominations in 25 categories of Non-Equity Jeff Awards for productions that opened between April 1, 2012, and March 31, 2013. The Non-Equity Awards honor excellence in Chicago theatres not under a union contract. Jeff judges attended opening nights of 146 productions offered by 65 Non-Equity producing organizations. The judges recommended 54 of those shows, making them eligible for Non-Equity Jeff Award nominations. Thirty-three theatre companies received nominations.
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre and The Hypocrites Take Top Honors at Non-Equity Jeff Awards - Full Coverage

At the Non-Equity Jeff Awards held at Park West on Monday, June 4, Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre took the most awards with 6 honors for their jewel box production of "A Light in the Piazza" including Production-Musical, Director-Musical for Fred Anzevino and Brenda Didier, Principal Actress for Kelli Harrington, Supporting Actor for Justin Adair, Music Director for Jeremy Ramey and, in a new award recognition, Dialect Coach for Eva Breneman. Check out the analysis and full honours list below.
Special Jeff Award will Honor Theater at the Lake at June Non-Equity Ceremony

In honor of Theater on the Lake's 60th anniversary in June 2012, the Joseph Jefferson Awards Committee will bestow a Special Award to the Theater for its commitment to presenting a cross section of Chicago's diverse theater scene, in its facility on the lakefront.
Theo Ubique Leads 2012 Non-Equity Jeff Award Nominations; Full List Announced!

Nominations for the Chicago-based Non-Equity Jeff Awards were announced today; Theo Ubique leads with 14 nominations
JEFF Awards Non-Equity Nominations - Full List and Statistics - Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre Leads with 14 Nominations

The Jeff Awards today announced 124 nominations in 25 categories for Non-Equity Jeff Awards for productions that opened between April 1, 2011, and March 31, 2012. The Non-Equity Awards honor excellence in Chicago theatres not under a union contract. Jeff Awards judges covered opening nights of 154 productions offered by 71 Non-Equity producing organizations. The judges recommended 64 of those shows, making them eligible for Non-Equity Jeff Award nominations. Thirty-two theatre companies received nominations.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for August 3rd, 2011

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Paul McCartney, 'Enough,' 'Jersey Shore: The Musical,' 'Follies' in Chicago, the world premiere of Schwartz's 'Snapshots,' more....
Vitalist Theatre Presents Calderón de la Barca's Life is a Dream

Vitalist Theatre, in association with Premiere Theatre and Performance, will present Calderon de la Barca's LIFE IS A DREAM, in a New Version by Helen Edmundson and staged by Elizabeth Carlin-Metz at Stage773.
Vitalist Theatre Presents Calderón de la Barca's Life is a Dream

Vitalist Theatre, in association with Premiere Theatre and Performance, will present Calderon de la Barca's LIFE IS A DREAM, in a New Version by Helen Edmundson and staged by Elizabeth Carlin-Metz at Stage773.
Porchlight Music Theatre's INTO THE WOODS Closes 5/30

Porchlight Music Theatre presents the Tony Award-winning Sondheim classic Into the Woods at Theatre Building Chicago, 1225 West Belmont, from April 9 through May 30, 2010. The Press Opening is Monday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m.
Non-Equity Jeff Awards Nominations Announced

The Jeff Awards have announced 105 nominations in 24 categories for Non-Equity Jeff Awards, which honor excellence in Chicago theatres not under a union contract, for productions that opened between April 1, 2009, and March 31, 2010. The Jeff Awards judged the opening nights of 116 productions offered by 55 non-Equity producing organizations and recommended 51 shows for further judging, making those 51 eligible for Non-Equity Jeff Award nominations in all categories.
Porchlitght Celebrates Mother's Day with 'Candyality' at INTO THE WOOD Show, 5/9

Porchlight Music Theatre's Tony Award-winning Sondheim classic INTO THE WOODS celebrates Mother's Day with Candyality on Sunday, May 9, 2010. The first 25 mothers who arrive at the 2:30 p.m. production at Theatre Building Chicago will receive a gift bag filled with gourmet Candyality treats.
CHESS and THE GLORIOUS ONES Lead in Non-Equity Jeff Award Nominations

The Jeff Awards today announced 105 nominations in 24 categories for Non-Equity Jeff Awards, which honor excellence in Chicago theatres not under a union contract, for productions that opened between April 1, 2009, and March 31, 2010. The Jeff Awards judged the opening nights of 116 productions offered by 55 non-Equity producing organizations and recommended 51 shows for further judging, making those 51 eligible for Non-Equity Jeff Award nominations in all categories.
Porchlitght Celebrates Mother's Day with 'Candyality' at INTO THE WOOD Show, 5/9

Porchlight Music Theatre's Tony Award-winning Sondheim classic INTO THE WOODS celebrates Mother's Day with Candyality on Sunday, May 9, 2010. The first 25 mothers who arrive at the 2:30 p.m. production at Theatre Building Chicago will receive a gift bag filled with gourmet Candyality treats.
Photo Flash: Porchlight Presents INTO THE WOODS

Porchlight Music Theatre presents the Tony Award-winning Sondheim classic Into the Woods at Theatre Building Chicago, 1225 West Belmont through May 30, 2010.
Porchlight Music Theatre Presents INTO THE WOODS, 4/9-5/30

Porchlight Music Theatre presents the Tony Award-winning Sondheim classic Into the Woods at Theatre Building Chicago, 1225 West Belmont, from April 9 through May 30, 2010. The Press Opening is Monday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m.

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