Thursday, February 22, 2024

The Hills of California, Harold Pinter Theatre - ladies' night for Jez Butterworth by Matt Wolf

Laura Donnelly once again soars in tailor-made part/s scripted by her partner Art makes for unexpected bedfellows, and so it proves in Jez Butterworth's moving if meandering The Hills of Ca…

SOURCE: theartsdesk.com at 12:18PM
Sunday, February 11, 2024

The week in theatre: The Hills of California; Metamorphosis; Candace Bushnell: True Tales of Sex, Success and Sex in the City – review by Susannah Clapp

Harold Pinter theatre; Lyric Hammersmith; Palladium, LondonDreams of fame trap and inspire in Jez Butterworth’s female-centred, Blackpool-set new play; Lemn Sissay takes a personal approac…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 06:36AM
Friday, February 9, 2024

Reviews: What do Critics Think of Jez Butterworth's New Play The Hills of California? by Margaret Hall

The piece reunites Butterworth with director Sam Mendes, who previously directed The Ferryman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:18AM
Thursday, February 8, 2024

Photos: See Jez Butterworth's New Play The Hills of California in London's West End by Margaret Hall

The piece reunites Butterworth with director Sam Mendes, who previously directed The Ferryman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:06PM

Jez Butterworth's New Play The Hills of California Opens in London's West End February 8 by Margaret Hall

The piece reunites Butterworth with director Sam Mendes, who previously directed The Ferryman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:00AM
Wednesday, February 7, 2024

The Hills of California review – Jez Butterworth’s fractious family of singing sisters by Arifa Akbar

Harold Pinter theatre, LondonThe Jerusalem playwright’s new drama, directed by Sam Mendes, follows four siblings coached as children to become stars and now reunited at their mother’s be…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 07:42PM
Saturday, January 27, 2024

Jez Butterworth's New Play The Hills of California Begins West End Run January 27 by Margaret Hall

The piece reunites Butterworth with director Sam Mendes, who previously directed The Ferryman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:32AM
Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Photos: Go Inside West End Rehearsals of Jez Butterworth's New Play The Hills of California by Meg Masseron, Margaret Hall

The piece, premiering this month, reunites the playwright with director Sam Mendes, who directed Butterworth's The Ferryman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:42AM
Friday, November 17, 2023

See Who's Starring in New Jez Butterworth Play The Hills of California in London's West End by Logan Culwell-Block

Sam Mendes is directing after previously helming Butterworth's The Ferryman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:32AM
Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Jez Butterworth's New Play The Hills of California To Play West End by Margaret Hall

The piece will reunite him with director Sam Mendes, who previously directed Butterworth's The Ferryman.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:37AM
Saturday, June 10, 2023

WHAT’S IN A NAME? by Ron Fassler

June 10, 2023: Theatre Yesterday and Today, by Ron Fassler Between 41st and 66th streets there are forty-two legit Broadway theatres (this includes the Palace, currently under renovation an…

SOURCE: ronfassler.medium.com at 12:59PM
Monday, November 7, 2022

VIDEO: James Corden Stars in Prime Video's THE MAMMALS Series Trailer

Mammals follows the story of Jamie (James Corden), a chef whose world implodes when he discovers shocking secrets about his pregnant wife, Amandine (Melia Kreiling). The series was written b…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 09:23AM
Monday, August 1, 2022

Brian d'Arcy James on Honoring Sondheim and the Magic of Into the Woods by Lindsey Sullivan

Fresh from extending its run through October 16, the Broadway revival of Into the Woods is a hot ticket. It's far more than that for its performers, including Brian d'Arcy James, who plays …

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 05:33PM
Friday, April 22, 2022

Laura Benanti, Robert Sean Leonard & More Join THE GILDED AGE Season Two

Laura Benanti and Robert Sean Leonard have joined the second season of The Gilded Age as recurring characters. Newly-confirmed guest stars include Dakin Mathews (Waitress), Christopher Denha…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 02:41PM
Tuesday, March 1, 2022

Amy Lennox and Fra Fee to Star in London's Cabaret by Caitlin Moynihan

Willkommen! Olivier nominee Amy Lennox will star as Sally Bowles and Broadway's Fra Fee will play The Emcee in the West End's Cabaret beginning on March 21 at the Playhouse Theatre. They are…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:37AM
Thursday, February 24, 2022

They have agents, do auditions and can still steal a scene after filling their nappies – meet the baby actors by Amelia Tait

Rafael, star of The Ferryman, has been paying taxes since the age of one, while Adiya received glowing reviews for her portrayal of Lyra in The Book of Dust. Say coochy-coo to the babies tre…

SOURCE: The Guardian at 02:12AM
Thursday, January 20, 2022

Broadway's Jelani Alladin & Fra Fee Join Beauty and the Beast Prequel Series by Caitlin Moynihan

Broadway's Jelani Alladin and Fra Fee are heading off to a little town in a kingdom far, far away. The actors have joined the cast of the upcoming Beauty and the Beast prequel series on Disn…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 03:36PM
Wednesday, January 19, 2022

The Ferryman Star Fra Fee Joins Gaston Musical Series on Disney Plus

Fee joins Luke Evans and Josh Gad in the Disney Plus musical prequel.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 04:33PM
Wednesday, October 13, 2021

Brainchild Stageworkx presents Ryk Lewis’ The Ongoing Plight of the Ferryman by Christina Anthony

Enjoy the season and get into the spirit of Halloween with this family-friendly original musical from Philly artist Ryk Lewis. Christina Anthony previews.

SOURCE: Broad Street Review at 01:41PM
Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Amy Adams to Star in The Glass Menagerie in London by Lindsey Sullivan

Six-time Oscar nominee Amy Adams will make her West End debut in a revival of Tennessee Williams' memory play The Glass Menagerie, according to The Guardian. Adams will play St. Louis matr…

SOURCE: Broadway.com at 11:54AM
Friday, March 5, 2021

Call Answered: Gregory Gropper: Singer, Songwriter, Marilyn Maye, Ben Vereen, University of Michigan by Adam Rothenberg

Gregory Gropper is about to graduate from the University of Michigan. With dreams of being a singer, Gregory is on his way to a successful career! Having studied under the legendary Marilyn …

SOURCE: Call Me Adam at 10:32AM
Friday, October 16, 2020

Watch an Exclusive Clip From Tony Winner Jez Butterworth’s Brittania by Ruthie Fierberg

Get a sneak peek at Episode 3 of the Epix series’ second season, from the writer of The Ferryman and Jerusalem.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:58PM
Tuesday, October 6, 2020

The Ferryman's Paddy Considine to Star in HBO's Game of Thrones Prequel

Considine will play King Viserys Targaryen.

SOURCE: TheaterMania at 02:03PM
Wednesday, August 12, 2020

Musical of the Month: Floyd Collins: The Cast by JK

Last week, we introduced August's Musical of the Month, Floyd Collins an off-Broadway show that was a critical success and musical fan's dream, but had a short run in the mid-90s. You can s…

SOURCE: www.jkstheatrescene.com at 05:12PM
Thursday, June 11, 2020

Sam Mendes calls on Amazon and Netflix to rescue theatre industry after streaming services make millions during lockdown

James Bond director Sam Mendes (Spectre, Skyfall), who is perhaps best known in the West End for directing the hit plays The Ferryman and The Lehman Trilogy, has pointed the finger at s…

SOURCE: London Theatre Direct at 12:10PM
Thursday, May 21, 2020

British Theatre 'On The Brink Of Ruin' Without Government Help, Warns Producer Sonia Friedman

Writing in the Telegraph today, leading producer Sonia Friedman - responsible for numerous West End and international hit shows, including Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, The Ferryman,…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 05:36AM
Friday, May 15, 2020

VIDEO: Joshua Turchin's THE EARLY NIGHT SHOW Releases New Episode Featuring Bella May Mordus and Mark Aguirre

The Early Night Show with Joshua Turchin- Virtual Edition (Corona Cabaret) continues its run with the release of a new episode today. The episode features special guests: Bella May Mordus (…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 12:18PM
Wednesday, May 6, 2020

Checking in With… Tony Winner Shuler Hensley, Star of Oklahoma!, The Ferryman, Young Frankenstein, and Upcoming The Music Man by Andrew Gans

The new feature series catches up with Broadway favorites during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

SOURCE: Playbill at 06:00AM
Monday, March 30, 2020

THE FERRYMAN to Have Post-Broadway Premiere at San Francisco Playhouse

Broadway's The Ferryman is among the plays the 2020-2021 Mainstage Season at San Francisco Playhouse.

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 06:24PM
Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Lungs Starring Claire Foy and Matt Smith at BAM by Broadway Direct

Temperatures rising. Ice caps melting. Overpopulation. War. Do you really want to bring a child into this world? Claire Foy and Matt Smith reunite in this hilarious and bracing look at love …

SOURCE: Broadway Direct at 12:43AM
Monday, March 9, 2020

The Ferryman’s Fra Fee to Star in New Irish Musical Breakfast on Pluto by Olivia Clement

The new work by Bob Kelly, Duke Special, and Des Kennedy will play four cities, culminating in a run at London’s Donmar Warehouse.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:21AM

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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