Monday, May 25, 2015

John O'Hurley Channels J. Peterman in How to Succeed at Reprise by Deborah Behrens

John O'Hurley discusses how his J.B. Biggley character in Jason Alexander's Reprise Theatre Company production of How to Succeed in Business Without Even Trying reminds him of his J.Peterman Seinfeld character, why he decided to leave Family Feud and the road, plus the new anti-American Idol show he's developing for "legitimate voices."

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Lisa Kron Creates a Political Wake at the Kirk Douglas

Lisa Kron discusses the political blind spots behind her new play The Wake, which recently world premiered at LA's Kirk Douglas Theatre, why American exceptionalism no longer serves us and t…

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Nataki Garrett: "to either be watermelon or not" by Deborah Behrens

Director Nataki Garrett discusses the west coast premiere of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins provocative "Neighbors" at LA's Matrix Theater Company and how the August Wilson Meets the Minstrels mash-…

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20 Highlights in 2009 by Don Shirley

Sixteen individual productions, one festival, and three companies' seasons that made 2009 theatergoing memorable.

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"David Elzer Continues His Dream..." by Lee Melville

David Elzer, producer of the off-broadway hit The Marvelous Wonderettes, gives the boys a time to shine with Life Could be a Dream.

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Roger Bean's Dream Comes True by Lee Melville

A full Q&A with the dreamer himself, Roger Bean, and the dream team behind Life Could be a Dream.

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David Schweizer Procreates at the Odyssey by Deborah Behrens

David Schweizer discusses helming pal Justin Tanner's Procreation at LA's Odyssey Theatre Ensemble, being courted to head a regional theatre and readying Tennessee Williams' last full length play In Masks Outrageous for Broadway in 2011.

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Ed Harris Returns to Theatre in Wrecks at The Geffen by Lee Melville

Ed Harris discusses his return to the LA stage in Neil LeBute's Wrecks after a 20 year absence, why Hollywood knows nothing about his Equity Waiver theatre roots and the time he turned down Stanley Kubrick.

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T.R. Knight on Parade at Mark Taper Forum

T.R. Knight discusses his new role in Parade, the journey from Guthrie Theatre tyke to Noises Off standout to TV medical doc and why actors should dump the entitlement gene.

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Taking A Stand for Gay Rights by Janet Thielke

Brian Shnipper of the Attic Theatre organizes Standing on Ceremony: The Gay Marriage Plays, a night of new plays to support equal rights with readings by Jason Alexander, Debra Messing, Zachary Quinto, and more

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Michael Learned & Cathy Rigby: La Mirada's Women of Steel by Geo Hartley

The two leading ladies of La Mirada's Steel Magnolias talk about the upcoming show and their extensive theatre careers.

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Carey Perloff: No time to shrink by Deborah Behrens

A.C.T. Artistic Director Carey Perloff discusses directing Timberlake Wertenbaker's new translation of Sophocles' Elektra at the Getty Villa in Malibu starring Annie Purcell, Olympia Dukakis…

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Alan Cumming: A Cheeky Chap Brings Cabaret Back to The Geffen by Deborah Behrens

Alan Cumming discusses how I Bought A Blue Car Today helped him overcome terror, why Shakespeare is like homophobia and the reason he's miffed with a certain candy coated chocolate.

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Robert Beltran Finds Solitude at Latino Theater Company by Ashley Steed

Star Trek Actor Robert Beltran says of his participation with the Latino Theater company's play: "Solitude is a beautifully written play. It's very deep and funny and the characters are very well drawn. It was a no brainer as far as I was concerned."

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Bart DeLorenzo Directs Two Casts of "King Lear" for Antaeus by Deborah Behrens

Bart DeLorenzo discusses the challenges of helming a double-cast production of "King Lear" starring both Dakin Matthews and Harry Groener at LA's Antaeus Company.

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Dale Franzen: Championing Community at The Broad Stage by Deborah Behrens

Dale Franzen discusses their new summer season, building trust in her BAM inspired venue and her quest to de-amplify performers.

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Dakin Matthews: At Liberty to Create

Dakin Matthews talks about his experience with Sam Mendes' The Bridge Project, how he and composer B.T. Ryback wrote the lyrics & music for Liberty Inn: The Musical via internet during its nine month tour and why the Cardinal garb from his play The Prince of L.A. helped him land A Man For All Seasons on Broadway

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JoBeth Williams Brings Magic into The Night by Deborah Behrens

JoBeth Williams discusses her new role in The Night is A Child at Pasadena Playhouse, sexuality at 60 and Broadway hopes for A Quality of Life

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Megan Mullally Takes A New Stage Call by Deborah Behrens

Megan Mullally discusses her new role as The Receptionist in LA, her plans for Karen: The Musical and why the movie Fame shares her views on its pitfalls.

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Alan Mandell and Lawrence Pressman's Odyssey into No Man's Land by Deborah Behrens

Alan Mandell, Lawrence Pressman and director Michael Peretzian take on Gielgud & Richardson's ghosts for No Man's Land at LA's Odyssey Theatre Ensemble, swap personal Pinter tales and justify those damned pauses.

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Company of Angels Celebrates 50 Years of "Trekking" New Theatre by Janet Thielke

Actor Leonard Nimoy, famous for his role as Spock in the Star Trek series and films, recalls his involvement as a founding member of Company of Angels theatre in preparation to celebrate its 50th anniversary this Saturday

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Jerry Herman: Enjoying the Latest "La Cage" Ride by Deborah Behrens

Jerry Herman discusses why this "La Cage" makes a stronger statement than the original, the current state of Broadway musicals and his frustrating search to find a new Mame.

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Frances Conroy Explores The Subject was Roses by Deborah Behrens

Frances Conroy discusses her NYC connections to The Subject Was Roses at LA's Mark Taper, life after Six Feet Under and her upcoming series Happy Town.

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All that Chat

2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards