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The cuadrilla of an over-the-hill matador (Vincent D'Elia) comes to Martinique in search of a paying bull-fight. They stop (running out of gas) in front of an establishment run by the matador's old flame (Rita Rehn). Years ago, she was a teacher and because her 'girls' are carrying books on Latin, French, and math he assumes she still is. His son (Nicolas Davila) is sent to get gas the hard way - by earning it with a lady station owner. A car accident has the son in bed with the island's newest resident (Jennifer Evans). Pop thinks she's rich and wants damages, the son thinks she owns a gas station and wants gas, she is concussed.

Following a meeting of New York City Opera's Board of Directors, Gerard Mortier, General Manager Designate today announced that City Opera is commissioning Philip Glass to compose a new opera, The Perfect American which imaginatively explores the life and career of Walt Disney

Carol Lempert's one-woman show about Dorothy Parker naturally sparkles with wit, presented by Artistic New Directions as part of the 2008 New York International Fringe Festival.

III, a new play based on words from real-life letters and diaries and exploring the romantic relationship among photographer George Platt Lynes, writer Glenway Wescott, and MoMA curator Monroe Wheeler, will premiere at New York University June 21-23

The chandelier rises. The organ begins playing as The Forrest Theater welcomes back this popular choice for the holiday season.