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Friday, May 23, 2008

    [ * ]  Erin Dilly to Appear With Meryl Streep in Ephron's Julie & Julia

    [ NYP ]  NONPLUSSED ON NONPROFITS By MICHAEL RIEDEL

    [ V ]  National Theater to work Sundays By DAVID BENEDICT

    Regulations stand to expand London schedule

    [ P ]  Laurents-Directed West Side Story Sets Broadway Preview Date

    [ P ]  Citing Health, Newman Steps Down as Director of Westport's Of Mice and Men

    [ P ]  Producers Want to Download Nerds Musical Into a Broadway Theatre

    Today's Peter Filichia:

    [ TM ]  Peter Filichia's Diary: The 2008 Broadway University Final Exam Answers

    [ NJ ]  Creativity flows for improv master

    The Awards Season:

    [ P ]  DIVA TALK: Chatting with Tony Nominees Aziza, Benanti, Martin, Merediz and Sayre

    [ P ]  Tony Nominee Kate Fleetwood Is a Young, But Accomplished Lady Macbeth

    [ P ]  Xanadu's Butler to Sign "Faith, Trust & Pixie Dust" CD at Virgin Megastore

    [ B ]  VIDEO: On the Scene: Xanadu Star Kerry Butler Debuts Disney-Themed CD

    [ B ]  FRESH FACE: Passing Strange Siren de'Adre Aziza Gets Her Tony Moment

    [ P ]  Passing Strange to Host Cast Album Listening Party May 27

    [ P ]  WABC-TV to Rebroadcast "South Pacific" Special

    [ P ]  Martin and Michele Set for Young Frankenstein and Spring Awakening Workshops

    [ P ]  "Harvey & Friends," with Fierstein, Falco, Ashmanskas and Prince, to Air on CUNY TV

    [ P ]  [title of show] Stars, Tony Nominees Part 2 and a Cy Coleman Tribute Featured on Playbill Radio

    [ DN ]  Howard Kissel: The Cultural Tourist
    On My Turntable

    [ TM ]  Video Feature: Behind the Desk By: Brian Scott Lipton, Edward Highfield, and Jordan Neuren

    TheaterMania goes behind the scenes at the Drama Desk Awards and Nominees Party with 11 major stars, including Paulo Szot, Patti LuPone, Deanna Dunagan, and Sierra Boggess.

    [ P ]  PHOTO CALL: 2008 Tony Award Preview - Best Revival of a Musical Nominees

    [ P ]  PHOTO CALL: 2008 Outer Critics Circle Awards Ceremony

    [ TM ]  Photo File By: Joseph Marzullo, Tristan Fuge, & Mark Rupp

    Mel Brooks, Harry Belafonte, Victoria Clark, John Gallagher, Jr., John Glover, Audra McDonald, Ian McShane, Becki Newton, Sara Ramirez, Karen Ziemba and more stars catch up with our cameras.

    Features:

    [ NYT ]  Putting Out a 'Willkommen' Mat By LOUISE TUTELIAN

    Joel Grey's tiny bungalow in Venice, Calif., is 650 square feet of white walls, windows, ceiling and rafters.

    [ DN ]  Actress gets career bump playing pregnant roles BY JOE DZIEMIANOWICZ

    Celia Keenan-Bolger is known for playing sad, lonely girls on Broadway.

    [ AMNY ]  Julia Murney on getting 'Saved' By Matt Windman

    [ NJ ]  Banter-loving Tomei plays it straight in 'War, Inc.' by Lisa Rose

    [ INQ ]  Changing Skyline: Boyd's loss would be a new shame of the city By Inga Saffron

    Philadelphia should be feeling properly chagrined that it took the National Trust for Historic Preservation to point out that the endangered Boyd Theater is an architectural gem worth hanging onto with all our municipal might.

    [ DN ]  Theater landscape abounding in artistry by Joe Dziemianowicz

    Artist appreciation, anyone?

    [ P ]  Re-Visiting The Visit

    Director Frank Galati returns to The Visit, a musical about the darkness within the human heart.

    [ P ]  Oh, What a Night!

    Frankie Valli and Bob Gaudio reflect on their "roles" in the pop group The Four Seasons, the focus of the hit Jersey Boys.

    [ LAT ]  Julie Marie Myatt's 'Someday' examines the different avenues to parenthood By Karen Wada

    In vitro fertilization and a disabled woman's battle to adopt are among themes explored. The play is part of Cornerstone Theater Company's Justice Cycle, which looks into how laws affect Angelenos.

    [ NYP ]  TOY THEATER FESTIVAL IS NO SMALL FEAT By FRANK SCHECK

    [ ND ]  Betty Buckley appears May 23-25 at Bay Street Theatre BY STEVE PARKS

    [ BR ]  A Broadway musical sampler in Atlantic City BY DAVID J. SPATZ

    [ ND ]  SUMMER ARTS PREVIEW: NY THEATER
    11 Shows To See BY LINDA WINER

    [ B ]  PHOTO OP: Saying "I Do": Meet the Cast of Roundabout's The Marriage of Bette and Boo

    [ P ]  PHOTO CALL: The Civilians Benefit at Element Nightclub

    [ P ]  PHOTO CALL: NYMF's Broadway Battle of the Bands at the Zipper Factory

    [ B ]  PHOTO OP: November Campaigns for Laughs from Mayor Bloomberg and Neil Simon

    Reviews:

    [ TM ]  She Loves Me
    Boston Review by: Sandy MacDonald

    Brooks Ashmanskas and Kate Baldwin are perfect in the Huntington Theatre's masterful revival of the classic musical about feuding shop clerks.

    [ BG ]  A grand finale By Louise Kennedy

    Kate Baldwin is surprising in a different way. At first she seems just pretty and pert; only slowly do we notice how shy, smart, and yearning her Amalia is. All that, and a full, vibrant singing voice, too - she's a joy.

    [ BH ]  Where is our true 'Loves'? By Jenna Scherer

    His production would seem to have all the components: Broadway actors, confectionary costumes by Robert Morgan and a White Way-caliber set by James Noone. But the piece takes far too long to come together.

    [ INQ ]  Bill Irwin stars in glorious guide to glee By Wendy Rosenfield

    [ NYT ]  Theater Review | 'Inner Voices'
    Woman Troubles, in a Handy Musical Variety Pack By CHARLES ISHERWOOD

    Victoria Clark, Jennifer Damiano and Barbara Walsh star in this collection of three solo musicals.

    [ BS ]  Prisoner of the Crown - Reviewed by A.J. Mell

    This production at Irish Repertory Theatre is an engrossing and solidly acted, if rather old-fashioned brief for the defense.

    [ CU ]  Prisoner of the Crown

    The chorus character ends the play with a sly "it's comforting to know that high-muckety-mucks today would never think of engaging in such skullduggery." We may not all leave the Irish Rep comforted by that thought, but we are comforted knowing that this worthy little theater keeps proving that thoughtful, quality theater experiences are not necessarily limited to big, glitzy Broadway shows.

    [ TM ]  Prisoner of the Crown
    Reviewed by: Andy Propst

    This potentially fascinating courtroom drama ends up being a trying theatrical experience.

    [ TB ]  Prisoner of The Crown
    Review by Matthew Murray

    [ INQ ]  'Les Miz' comes round, minus turntable, plus detail By David Patrick Stearns

    [ TM ]  Les Miserables
    Philadelphia Review by: Andy Propst

    Hugh Panaro gives an outstanding performance in the Walnut Theatre's remarkably nuanced production of the epic musical.

    [ BS ]  The Site - Reviewed by Adam R. Perlman

    Though tantalizing at first, 'The Site' mistakes idiosyncrasy for intrigue, stripping every level of character until the play is laid bare.

    [ HC ]  'The Milk Train Doesn't Stop Here Anymore' Superb at Hartford Stage By SUSAN HOOD

    [ ND ]  The bus to Ireland is running late BY LINDA WINER

    Stories spill out of Conor McPherson the way we'd like to imagine that magical spells come from wizards - overflowing with transformative changes, dark romance and a disquieting sense of loss.

    [ TB ]  The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Shout! The Mod Musical
    Chicago Reviews by John Olson

    [ TB ]  Darkness to Light and A Murder, A Mystery, and A Wedding
    New Jersey Reviews by Bob Rendell

    [ TE ]  EDWARD THE KING - at GAYFESTNYC 2008 by OSCAR E MOORE

    Out of the Royal Closet or sexual shenanigans in high places

    [ V ]  Never Forget
    Review By DAVID BENEDICT

    Who wants impersonations when the real thing is back? Judging by the response of screaming fans to "Never Forget," quite a few. And while it may plumb a new low in cynical producing, the show certainly delivers to its target audience.

    [ NYP ]  VARIETY'S THE SPICE OF JEROME ROBBINS' WORKS By CLIVE BARNES

    [ NYT ]  Couples (Physical) Therapy, the Jerome Robbins Version By CLAUDIA LA ROCCO

    Highlights of Wednesday's program included "In the Night," where ballet meets ballroom, and a free and lively take on "N.Y. Export: Opus Jazz."

    [ TB ]  SOUND ADVICE: TERRIFIC TWOSOMES: MUSICAL PARTNERS by Rob Lester

    [ TB ]  Shirley Booth: A Biography and Career Record By David C. Tucker
    Book Review by Alan Gomberg

    [ USA ]  New on DVD: 'Raisin in the Sun' basks in glow of small screen By Mike Clark

    News:

    [ P ]  CBS to Present Parker, Skerritt and Buckley in "Vinegar Hill" and Lange and Blanchard in "Sybil"

    [ LAT ]  Gold Derby by Tom O'Neil
    Betty Buckley and Tom Skerritt together again for the first time

    [ R ]  Standing ovation as Havel returns to theatre

    [ BSUN ]  Center Stage names director By Mary Carole McCauley

    In Calif. job, Chinn viewed as creative and cash-savvy

    [ NYT ]  Theater Listings

    Selective listings from theater critics of The New York Times.

    [ P ]  Coster, Cohen, Hogan, Siegfried and More Will Join Dinklage in Bard's Uncle Ványa

    [ TM ]  Cohen, Coster, Siegfried, et al. to Join Dinklage in Bard SummerScape's Uncle Vanya

    [ P ]  Joan Rivers: A Work in Progress By a Life in Progress to Play London

    [ TM ]  Joan Rivers to Bring A Work in Progress to Scotland and London

    [ P ]  Conroy, Lin, Rashovich and Sesma Will Join Busch and Halston in Bay Street's Shanghai Moon

    [ P ]  PLAYBILL.COM'S THEATRE WEEK IN REVIEW, May 17-23: Next Year's Tony Nominees?

    [ TM ]  Blackhurst, Dussault, McArdle, Palmer, Watson Set for 42nd Street Moon Gala

    [ TM ]  Conroy, Lin, Rashovic, Sesma to Join Busch, Halston in Bay Street's Shanghai Moon

    [ TM ]  Cottereau, Dayan, Molina, et al. Set for Rubicon International Theatre Festival Preview Season

    [ TM ]  Marshall, Ortega, Shankman, et al. to Receive Choreography Media Honors

    [ P ]  Philly Musicals Troupe to Stage Concert Featuring Blaemire, Kerrigan, Lowdermilk, Miller, Tysen and More

    [ P ]  "Broadway in Bryant Park" to Feature Gypsy, Godspell, Cry-Baby, In the Heights and 13 Casts

    [ P ]  "Theater Talk" CelebratesRent May 23

    [ P ]  Couple Seek New Hope in NYC Run of Monsterface June 5-28

    [ P ]  Bryant Park to Feature Screenings of "Man Who Came to Dinner," "Arsenic" and "Apartment"

    [ P ]  CSC's Janisheski to Head O'Neill's National Theater Institute

    [ P ]  Nancy LaMott Room to Feature Andreas, Andersen, Mason, Sullivan and the Callaways

    [ P ]  Eartha Kitt Extends Run at the Carlyle

    [ TM ]  Bain, Brendon, Brown, Hyde, Stewart, Thiessen, et al. Set for Blank's Young Playwrights Festival

    [ V ]  M-Net's 'Musical' becomes a reality

    Winners to star in South African stage version

    [ ND ]  East End theaters launch their summer schedules by Steve Parks

    [ ND ]  Seven Long Island summer stage shows BY STEVE PARKS

    [ P ]  Public LAB's The Good Negro Announces Talkback Sessions

    [ P ]  Line-Up Announced for EAT's Notes from a Page Musical Festival

    [ P ]  Revised Go-Go Beach Musical, a NYMF Veteran, Riding a Wave of Interest

    [ P ]  Parris, Nordstrom and Farrar Set for Thoroughly Modern Millie in St. Louis

    [ P ]  D'Amico and Olson Are the Franks in L.A. Run of Parade, Starting July 11

    [ P ]  Lemper to Sing Weill's Seven Deadly Sins at Carnegie Hall

    [ P ]  Passing Strange Adds Extra Performance May 25

    [ P ]  Playwrights for Pets to Present Gay-Themed In the Rainbow Benefit June 9

    [ P ]  Today In Theatre History: MAY 23

    [ P ]  Sons, Fathers, Faith and Politics Punctuate Premiere of House, Divided in PA

    [ P ]  Attic Theatre Presents West Coast Premiere of Whitty's Hiding Place Beginning May 23

    [ P ]  The Ugly One Begins Guthrie Run May 23

    [ P ]  Riabko Is Spring Awakening's New Melchior, Beginning May 23

    [ P ]  2008 Spoleto Festival Begins May 23

    [ P ]  Musical Spitfire Grill Opens for Business May 23 in Return WI Engagement

    [ NYT ]  Man Found for 'All Seasons'
    Compiled by LAWRENCE VAN GELDER

    [ TNO ]  SEASONS GREETINGS by DAVID LEFKOWITZ

    [ TM ]  I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change to Close July 27

    [ NYT ]  Off Broadway 'Love' Story Ends By CAMPBELL ROBERTSON; Compiled by Lawrence Van Gelder

    [ TNO ]  I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT-NOW GO by DAVID LEFKOWITZ

    [ TM ]  Atkinson, Capshaw, Pasquale, Rudd, et al. Set for MCC's LaBute Readings

    [ TM ]  Wicked to Launch Second North American Tour in March 2009

    [ B ]  Wicked Will Take Off on Second National Tour

    [ B ]  Final Performance of Rent to be Filmed for Big-Screen Distribution

    [ TM ]  Sony's The Hot Ticket to Film Rent and Delirium

    [ P ]  Former Times Theatre Critic Frank Rich to Consult for HBO

    [ P ]  Ricky Jay to Materialize at Geffen's 96-Seat Second Stage July 9-Aug. 26

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      • [ NJ ]  Millburn considers purchasing Paper Mill by Peggy McGlone

      In what would be a ground-breaking financial rescue, Millburn is considering a plan to purchase the Paper Mill Playhouse's land and property for $9 million and then lease it back to the struggling theater.

      [ TM ]  Frank Langella to Star in Roundabout's A Man for All Seasons

      [ NYT ]  Frank Rich to Be Consultant for HBO By RICHARD PÉREZ-PEÑA

      [ P ]  Uggams Is Matriarch in Signature's First Breeze of Summer, Honoring NEC

      [ TM ]  Leslie Uggams to Star in Signature's The First Breeze of Summer

      The Awards Season:

      [ TM ]  Loose Lips By: Brian Scott Lipton

      Bobby Cannavale, Colman Domingo, Laurence Fishburne, Harriet Harris, Cheyenne Jackson, Elizabeth Marvel, and Alli Mauzey mouth off at the Drama League Awards.

      [ P ]  Chicago Shakes

      Infinite variety is the diet at Chicago Shakespeare Theater, winner of the 2008 Regional Theatre Tony Award.

      [ B ]  PHOTO OP: What Drama! Catching Up with the Winners of the 2008 Drama Desk Awards

      [ P ]  PHOTO CALL: 2008 Tony Award Preview - Best Revival of a Play Nominees

      "Port Authority":

      [ NYT ]  Audio Slide Show
      In Performance: 'Port Authority'

      Jim Norton performs an excerpt from Conor McPherson's play.

      [ YN ]  'Port Authority' ... what might have been By MICHAEL KUCHWARA, AP Drama Critic

      Recollections of regret are the soul of "Port Authority," a series of three superb, interlocking monologues by Conor McPherson that offers ample evidence why the Irish playwright is one of the finest writers for the stage today.

      [ BR ]  Review: "Port Authority" BY ROBERT FELDBERG

      No one conveys reluctance and regret - words unspoken, actions not taken - more touchingly than an Irish playwright.

      [ HC ]  Humor, Deep Sadness Pervade 'Port Authority' By MALCOLM JOHNSON

      [ TM ]  Port Authority
      Reviewed by: Dan Bacalzo

      John Gallagher, Jr., Brian d'Arcy James, and Jim Norton bring to life Conor McPherson's sharply etched portraits of three different Irishmen.

      [ TNO ]  HOPEFUL SIGNS by ANDY BUCK

      The New York premiere of Conor McPherson's Port Authority is given an excellent production under director Henry Wishcamper. It's poignant and often funny.

      [ TB ]  Port Authority
      Review by Matthew Murray

      Port Authority is two-thirds of a compelling-enough evening.

      [ BS ]  Port Authority - Reviewed by Adam R. Perlman

      Conor McPherson's 2001 work makes its American debut thanks to the Atlantic Theatre Company. It's a beautiful play, but also a bit of a cop-out.

      [ BN ]  Trio in 'Port Authority' Suffer Terminal Wordiness: John Simon

      Other Reviews:

      [ NYT ]  Make It Proud and Loud, With Strings By STEPHEN HOLDEN

      The New York Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Marvin Hamlisch, demonstrated how to belt out Broadway tunes on Tuesday.

      [ TNO ]  SHE HAS ALL THE TOOLS by SANDY MACDONALD

      Bebe Neuwirth is a knockout, in what, incredibly is her first solo show in so intimate a setting as Feinstein's at Loew's Regency.

      [ V ]  Bebe Neuwirth -- Stories With Piano
      Review By ROBERT L. DANIELS

      In her nightclub debut at Feinstein's, the Broadway baby and two-time Tony winner ("Chicago," "Sweet Charity") sings with a tough, flavorful voice that has an expressively rusty edge.

      [ TNO ]  A PRISONER OF DESPAIR by MATT WOLF

      This Deep Blue Sea has audiences laughing at the characters rather than feeling for them

      [ TNO ]  HIGH AND LOW by JESSICA BRANCH

      On its own merits, Crybaby is a charming, if inconsequential trifle...but that's okay.

      News:

      [ P ]  Curtains Will Tour in Fall 2009

      [ TM ]  WABC to Rebroadcast South Pacific Special on May 25

      [ TM ]  Ricky Jay to Return to L.A.'s Geffen Playhouse for Summer Run

      [ TM ]  Debbie Reynolds to Perform at El Portal Theatre in July

      [ HC ]  Goodspeed Adds Seven 'Happy Days' Performances
      Frank Rizzo | TICKER

      [ CST ]  Stage notes BY HEDY WEISS

      [ P ]  Selections Announced for Samuel French Off-Off-Broadway Play Festival

      [ P ]  Broadway's Phantom Troupe Welcomes New Masked Man May 22

      [ P ]  Hoty, Park, Glynn, Kennedy, Newman and Brown Perform Pure Country Workshop May 22-23

      [ P ]  Pinter's The Caretaker Begins Berkshire Run May 22

      [ P ]  Champlin, Wiley, Buckley and Dratch Set for Westport Playhouse's Summer Season

      [ B ]  Gavin Lee to Hit the Road in Mary Poppins

      [ CST ]  'Wicked' to close in 2009 after record-setting run BY MARY HOULIHAN

      1,500 shows, $200 mil. box office tops in city's history

      [ NYT ]  Sony Pictures to Release 'Rent' By BROOKS BARNES; Compiled by Lawrence Van Gelder

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