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Drinks & the City 2008-03-26 14:41:35 "The Drunken City" at Playwrights Horizons, March 21, 2008
Adam Bock's new play at Playwrights Horizons is an 80 minute extension of what might have been a very effective episode of "Friends" or "Sex and the City." Marnie (Cassie Beck), Melanie (Maria Dizzia) and Linda (Sue Jean Kim) are engaged (shrieks!!) all within two weeks of each other (shrieks!!). As good Jersey girls, they go into the Read more:Drinks
A Truly Enchanted Evening 2008-03-27 16:51:54 "South Pacific" at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre at Lincoln Center, March 22, 2008
I'm always distressed when I hear people dismiss the works of Rodgers and Hammerstein. Sadly, the general thought is of fluff, sappy-sweet and "family friendly" musicals with little else to say.
It's just not true.
Buoyed by the extended run of "The Light in the Piazza" two seasons ago, Lincoln Center Theatre Read more:Enchanted
O Elvis, Where Art Thou? 2008-03-31 22:26:56 "Cry-Baby" at the Marquis Theatre, March 29, 2008
(Photo: Kevin Berne)
Following the Mel Brooks' money trail, John Waters has gotten more involved in the Broadway adaptation of his 1991 film of the same name, than he did with 2003's "Hairspray."
Book writer Thomas Meehan (along with Mark O'Donnell) has managed to avoid the trap he fell into earlier this season with "Young Frankenstein," trying Read more:Elvis
Melting Down the Nuclear Family 2008-03-31 19:40:52 "The American Dream" and "The Sandbox" at the Cherry Lane Theatre, March 27, 2008
Under the direction of the author, these two one-act plays appear to be the first time Mr. Albee revisited a previous play to write something of a prequel. He did this recently with the successful "Peter and Jerry" adding "Homelife" as a prequel to "Zoo Story."
There's not quite the same direct connection here, Read more:Nuclear
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Something Bloody This Way Comes 2008-04-04 15:55:50 "MacBeth" at the Lyceum Theatre, April 1, 2008
(Photo: Manuel Harlan)
Transferring to Broadway after a sold-out run at the Brooklyn Academy of Music last month, this British import has lodged at the Lyceum for a limited run.
With Patrick Stewart in the title role, it's no wonder the attraction to this unusual production. The plot is still a bit stupefying in operatic proportions, and Rupert
Omigod You Guys! 2008-04-03 23:30:29 It looks like they've pulled it off!
How Are Things in Irish Drama? 2008-04-03 22:51:18 "Juno" presented by Encores! at New York City Center, March 30, 2008
Based on the 1926 play "Juno and the Paycock" by Sean O'Casey, this "Juno" is the musical adaptation by Joseph Stein (book) and Marc Blitzstein from 1959. With its dark tale of Irish
struggles during the 1921 Irish Rebellion, it's not quite the happy-go-lucky Irish tale the art to the left might indicate.
Much more in the
Three Studies 2008-04-03 21:33:07 "Almost an Evening" at Theatres at 45 Bleecker Street, March 28, 2008
After a sold-out run at the Atlantic Theatre Company earlier this year, Ethan Coen's first foray into theatre has transferred for a commercial off-Broadway run.
Billed as three one-acts, Mr. Coen really seems to have staged three writing exercises as he dips his toe into writing for the stage. Given his success in film, it's Read more:Three
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The Times Stole My Headline 2008-04-17 22:16:09 "From Up Here" presented by Manhattan Theatre Club at City Center, April 9, 2008
Julie White returns to the NY stage after her triumphant (and Tony-winning) performance in "The Little Dog Laughed." It's a triumphant return as the mother of a troubled teen who came close to an act of Columbine proportions. (spoiler alert)
Director Leigh Silverman has assembled an excellent cast including Ms. Read more:Times
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The Most Loving Mother of All Time 2008-04-17 21:07:21 "The New Century" presented by Lincoln Center Theatre at the Mitzi Newhouse Theatre, April 9, 2008
Paul Rudnick's latest outing is a collection of four one-acts. He opens with the first of the four one-acts in the evening in "Pride and Joy," expanding on a character that originated in his earlier play "Jeffrey," Mrs. Marcangelo. Now named Helene Nadler and played without apology by Linda Lavin Read more:Loving
Stream of Consciousness Weekend - Part 2 2008-04-21 17:27:19 "The Sound and the Fury (April Seventh, 1928)" created by Elevator Repair Service at New York Theatre Workshop, April 19, 2008
Somehow, I was able to escape both high school and college without having to read William Faulkner's 1929 novel. More often than not, I've counted myself lucky on that point. I can remember talking with friends who were suffering through the stream of consciousness Read more:Stream
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Stream of Consciousness Weekend - Part 1 2008-04-21 17:19:00 "God's Ear" at the Vineyard Theatre, April 18, 2008
I like the risks that the Vineyard Theatre takes. Most of what I've seen here I've liked a lot. With their last offering of "The Slugbearers of Kayrol Island" and "God's Ear" they seem to have gotten a bit distracted with achieving superior production values spent on works that don't necessarily merit that kind of investment.
I try not to Read more:Stream
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The Art and Politics of Seduction 2008-04-21 17:18:20 "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" presented by the Roundabout Theatre Company at the American Airlines Theater, April 13, 2008
As much as I admire Laura Linney, when I found out that the Roundabout was reviving "Les Liaisons..." hers was not the first name I thought of.
Foolish me.
In a stylish and glamorous production, sex and intrigue are back on the boards. Director Rufus Norris has assembled,
Jasmine Guy Syndrome 2008-04-21 16:20:46 "The Country Girl" at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre, April 11, 2008
It looked like a dream team: Frances McDormand, Morgan Freeman, Peter Gallagher under the able direction of Mike Nichols in a revival of Clifford Odets' 1950 classic backstage drama.
The piece certainly has pedigree. It won a Tony for Uta Hagen's Georgie in the original, and one for Jason Robards' Frank in the 1972 revival, Read more:Jasmine
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A Dismal Affair 2008-04-28 21:01:00 "A Catered Affair
" at the Walter Kerr Theatre, April 26, 2008
(photo: Jim Cox)
Another Rialto musical that does little to charm, provoke, stir or interest, "A Catered Affair" is based on material by Paddy Chayefsky first produced for television, then in film. I'm sure most of you are familiar with the film version which starred Bette Davis, Ernest Borgnine and Debbie Reynolds as a working
Catholic High School Boys in Trouble 2008-04-29 22:18:57 "Good Boys and True" at Second Stage Theatre, April 27, 2008
High school senior Brandon (Brian J. Smith) seems to have it all: looks, brains, athletic prowess, attends the prep school in town, and rich parents. And, he's just been accepted to Dartmouth. He's tall, handsome, captain of the football team and on varsity basketball too.
Wonder what he's up to? (spoiler alert)
You guessed it. Read more:Catholic
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Hitchcock Homage 2008-05-02 23:35:36 "Alfred Hitchcock
's The 39 Steps" at the Cort Theatre, May 2, 2008
Transferring from its limited run at the Roundabout Theatre Company earlier this spring, "39 Steps" has transferred to an open-ended commercial run.
The movie has been remade several times, including by Hitchcock himself in 1959's "North by Northwest." This adaptation by Patrick Barlow takes on the 1935 classic film with a cast Read more:Homage
Unrequited Love 2008-05-02 22:43:59 "Port Authority" presented by Atlantic Theater Company at the Linda Gross Theater, May 1, 2008
Conor McPherson's latest work hits NYC courtesy of the Atlantic Theater Company. It's a bit of a departure from his more recent efforts, not so much geographically, but in tone and focus. His most recent efforts produced on Broadway were "The Seafarer" and "Shining City," both of which featured a
Martyred...by Calvin Klein 2008-05-03 17:06:00 "A Body Without a Head" at Manhattan Theatre Source, April 29, 2008
(photo: Tom Zuback)
After the death of his brother, poet George Carr wrote a series of poems in tribute based on the story of Saint Torpes, a martyred gladiator beheaded by the Romans whose corpse was set to sea and landed on the Mediterranean coast. The body, accompanied by a rooster and dog who were expected to feed upon it, Read more:Calvin
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Dude, We're on Broadway 2008-05-05 17:45:00 "Glory Days" at the Circle in the Square Theatre, May 4, 2008
I think I've become my father.
As I sat through the endless and intermissionless 90 minutes of "Glory Days" I kept thinking, "What could these kids possibly have to say at their age?" (I also kept looking around to see if my Dad was standing behind me whispering that in my ear, but alas, no.)
Will (Steven Booth) has assembled his Read more:Broadway
Passing Generations 2008-05-04 16:03:00 "The Little Flower of East Orange" co-presented by LAByrinth Theatre and the Public Theater on the Martinson Stage, May 3, 2008
(photo: Monique Carboni)
Steven Adly Guirgis' new play is about to close its run at the Public. It's a compelling story with some terrific performances.
Danny (Michael Shannon) opens the play in handcuffs, presenting the story as a memory. He's an alcoholic and drug Read more:Generations
2008 Tony Nominations 2008-05-13 09:12:18 The 2008 Tony Award Nominations Best Play August: Osage County
Author: Tracy Letts
Producers: Jeffrey Richards, Jean Doumanian, Steve Traxler, Jerry Frankel, Ostar Productions, Jennifer Manocherian, The Weinstein Company, Debra Black/Daryl Roth, Ronald & Marc Frankel/Barbara Freitag, Rick Steiner/Staton Bell Group, The Steppenwolf Theatre Company
Rock ‘n’ Roll
Author: Tom Stoppard
Produ
Yes, Yes, Nanette! 2008-05-13 17:43:05 "No, No, Nanette" presented by Encores! at City Center, May 11, 2008
You just can't beat a nostalgic show with good tap dancing.
And, Encores! has brought us one of the best. Using the 1971 revival of the 1920's original, this was the show that brought Ruby Keeler back to Broadway after a 42 year absence.
Now in 2008, Encores! brings back Sandy Duncan as Sue Smith, the loving and tru
There Are No Words 2008-05-13 17:02:34 "Substitution" presented by The Playwrights Realm at the Soho Playhouse, May 7, 2008
(photo credit: T. Charles Erickson)
In the title of this post, Calvin's Mom (Jan Maxwell) sums up how most people respond to a parent who has just lost a child. Calvin was on a boat carrying his high school ethics class on a field trip which exploded, killing every one on board. The identification of Read more:Words
Concept by James Baldwin 2008-05-19 21:43:00 "Passing Strange" at the Belasco Theatre, May 17, 2008
(Photo credit: Carol Rosegg)
After an acclaimed run at Joe's Pub at the Public Theatre downtown, this rock cantata by the singly-named Stew has opened on Broadway to good notices. There has been much talk that the show hasn't "found its audience" yet, but based on the full house last Saturday night, somebody's catching o Read more:Concept
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Three 2008-05-19 20:08:00 "Inner Voices: Solo Musicals" presented by Premieres at The Zipper Factory Theater, May 14, 2008
(Photo credit: Andy Criss)
The synopsis from Theatremania.com:
Inner Voices: Solo Musicals features the world premiere of three commissioned works, presented by Premieres. Tres Ninas, by Ellen Fitzhugh and Michael John LaChiusa, will be directed by Jonathan Butterell, with music direction Read more:Three
Trapped In The 11th Grade 2008-05-25 22:32:35 "reasons to be pretty" presented by MCC Theater at the Lucille Lortel Theatre, May 23, 2008
In his preface for this play, Mr. LaBute discloses that this is the first play he's written that the protagonist is "...one of the few adults I've ever tackled."
Well, according to Mr. LaBute, an adult is:
Someone who still loves his girlfriend after she reads two pages of insults out Read more:Grade
Say It Ain't So, Pee Wee 2008-05-30 17:40:29 I thought his cat had put an end to this nonsense.
Apparently not.
If you must know, click here. Have a drink first.
(BTW, Is he gearing up to replace George Wendt in Hairspray?)
Another Bit of Self-Promotion 2008-06-03 15:47:14 I've just accepted the role of Terrence in Bed & Breakfast, a comedy by Sam Sommer. It's a short run as part of the Fresh Fruit Festival in July.
For tickets, visit Theatermania.com
Our first read-through is set for Thursday of this week.
Stills From "The Night Janitor" 2008-06-16 08:42:15 The link below takes you to the website of Adam Harvanek, who directed this film. The photographs were taken by Sangwon Jung.
Photo Stills
I'm really looking forward to seeing the finished product.
We have one more sequence to shoot in July. Adam is scouting for rooftop locations with great views of Manhattan. Read more:Night
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