Theater Groups Beat Recessions, 20 Years in Business Off-Off Broadway
On Friday, the non-profit Obie-winning Off-Off Broadway theater company New Georges celebrates its 20th anniversary with performances, a dance party and cocktails. Producing Artistic Director Susan Bernfield, 47, has reason to raise a glass. She founded the company 20 years ago to create a place for female playwrights and directors to produce their work and despite two recessions, New Georges is doing just fine. "Whe…