Monday, May 25, 2015

Bash for Bart a heartfelt tribute to former Intiman Theatre chief

A genius. A mentor. A perfectionistic taskmaster. A compassionate, politically attuned artist. Bartlett Sher was described as all of those things at the Bash for Bart, honoring his decade as artistic head of Intiman Theatre.

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 05:58PM

'Sunset' is lyrical but incomplete portrayal of Rachel Carson by Misha Berson

Robin Holcomb's theater piece mixes music, film, live action.
Thanks to American Theater Web for the link.

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 05:58PM

Risky concept gives 'Light' radiance by Misha Berson

While adjustments to its score and staging would make "The Light in the Piazza" more cohesively compelling, it is at heart a beguiling tale retold with humor, poignancy and musical interludes of shivery loveliness.
Thanks to Steven for the links!

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 05:58PM

Preview: 'Equivocation' speaks to the sacred in life By Misha Berson

A talk with Bill Cain, author of the much in-demand play "Equivocation," about art, politics and family in Shakespeare's day and our own. It's in previews at Seattle Repertory Theatre and op…

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 05:58PM

"Randy Quaid takes on rascal musical role," by Misha Berson

The rotund rascal Sir John Falstaff has been an irrepressible stage figure since his debut as Prince Hal's wily mentor in Henry IV, Part I. Featured in three Shakespeare plays and the headliner of several operas, this rogue gets another go-round when Randy Quaid portrays him in the twangy Broadway-bound musical Lone Star Love.

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 05:58PM

August Wilson viewings set

Viewings of the late August Wilson, an acclaimed playwright, will be held from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. today and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. tomorrow at Bonney-Watson Funeral Home, 1732 Broadway, Seattle.

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 05:58PM

Washington hottie gets big break in the Big Apple By Misha Berson

If you want some face time with actor-singer Cheyenne Jackson any time soon, take a number.

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 05:58PM

Not your mother's psychedelia: 'House of Thee UnHoly #4'

"House of Thee UnHoly #4" finds Seattle burlesque stars and theater talents in a hard-rock place.

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 05:58PM

Seattle Symphony gets Hamlisch

Marvin Hamlisch, one of the country's most respected figures in orchestral pops, is the Seattle Symphony's new principal pops conductor.

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 05:58PM

Potent characters, issues show search for simple reality By Misha Berson

America the addicted. America the numb. America the war weary. America the lonely.
All these countries compose the jagged terrain of "Prayer for My Enemy," the ungainly but viscerally potent new Craig Lucas play premiering at Intiman Theatre.

SOURCE: The Seattle Times at 05:58PM

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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