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Closing: April 20, 1997

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PICT Presents Othello May 19-June 12
by Elisabeth Nebeker - Apr 28, 2010


The Pittsburg Irish and Catholic Theatre presents Shakepeare's tragedy Othello at The Henry Heymann Theatre in the Stephen Foster Memorial, 4301 Forbes Ave, May 19 - June 12. Performance time is 8pm with a 2pm matinee. Ticket prices are $46 on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday matinees. Saturday night prices are $50. Discounts available for seniors, youth, professionals and preview performances. Call ProArtsTickets at 412.394.3353 or visit www.picttheatre.org for tickets and information.

Pioneer Theatre Company Announces Their 2010-2011 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 21, 2010


Pioneer Theatre Company has announced its 2010-11 season, which will include an eighth 'add-on' production of the electrifying pop-rock opera RENT, the winner of both the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1996.

Todd Carty Set To Play 'Patsy' In UK Tour of SPAMALOT, Tour Kicks Off May 29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 16, 2010


Howard Panter for The Ambassador Theatre Group and Bill Kenwright present Monty Python's Spamalot: A new musical lovingly ripped off from Monty Python and the Holy Grail by Eric Idle and John Du Prez on their UK Tour from May 29th 2010.

Allison Janney to appear at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Gala 4/10
by BWW News Desk - Apr 10, 2010


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will hold its renowned annual fundraiser gala and cabaret performance on April 10 at the Hilton Short Hills in Short Hills, New Jersey. In addition to kicking off the 2010 Season, The Shakespeare Theatre gala will celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Artistic Director Bonnie J. Monte who took over the ailing company, then known as The New Jersey Shakespeare Festival, in 1990.

Broadway Vet Allison Janney Joins Cast of Upcoming Movie 'The Oranges'
by Samantha Jacobsen - Apr 7, 2010


Variety reports that Broadway star Allison Janney is set to star alongside Hugh Laurie, Catherine Keener, Leighton Meester, Oliver Platt, Alia Shawkat, Adam Brody and Sam Rosen in the upcoming indie dark comedy The Oranges.

Milagro to Collaborate with Staged! on SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD, 6/18-7/3
by BWW News Desk - Mar 30, 2010


Miracle Theatre Group and Staged! Portland's Musical Theatre Series present a collaborative production of SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD

Allison Janney to appear at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Gala 4/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 19, 2010


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will hold its renowned annual fundraiser gala and cabaret performance on April 10 at the Hilton Short Hills in Short Hills, New Jersey. In addition to kicking off the 2010 Season, The Shakespeare Theatre gala will celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Artistic Director Bonnie J. Monte who took over the ailing company, then known as The New Jersey Shakespeare Festival, in 1990.

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Announces April Events
by BWW News Desk - Mar 10, 2010


The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall goes retro during April, with shows featuring 1940's Big Bands, 102 Years of Broadway, megahit-makers such as The Beach Boys and Neil Sedaka, and even 'Barbra & Frank' in a fantasy concert that never was.

MGM Mirage Resorts Announce Their Upcoming Entertainment Lineup
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2010


Entertainment/Sports/Special Events Listing for MGM MIRAGE RESORTS: ARIA, Bellagio, Crystals, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, New York-New York, Luxor, Excalibur and Circus Circus

Allison Janney Guest Stars on USA's 'In Plain Sight' with Moreno & Weber
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 18, 2010


Broadway veteran and 'West Wing' alumna, Allison Janney is set to guest star on USA Network's drama series 'In Plain Sight' alongside Rita Moreno and Steven Weber. Janney will play a newly-appointed US Marshal for the district who butts heads with Mary (Mary McCormack) in the two episode stint.

Andrea Anders & Allison Janney Tapped for ABC Pilot 'Mr. Sunshine'
by Jeff Dennhardt - Feb 10, 2010


Stage and screen stars Andrea Anders and Allison Janney are being tapped to star in a new ABC pilot series, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The series, entitled 'Mr. Sunshine,' features Anders opposite Matthew Perry's Ben, a San Diego stadium owner who comes to the realization he can no longer skirt by on his charm and good looks.

Positive Motions Concert Series Presents RUSLAN BIRYUKOV & FRIENDS �" CELL ENSEMBLES 2/6/2010
by BWW News Desk - Feb 6, 2010


Alto Polis Music Management & Positive Motions Foundation in association with the Glendale Philharmonic Association and 'Positive Motions' Concert Series will present 'Ruslan Biryukov & Friends - Cello Ensembles,' A Chamber Concert Celebrating The Greatest Music Written For Cellists, including World Premieres compositions written by composers Carol Worthey and Deon Nielson Price, performed by critically acclaimed cello players: Ruslan Biryukov, Maksim Velichkin, Hope Easton, Garik Terzian, August Lee and Patricia Ryan accompanied by pianist Mary Au on Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Glendale; 209 N. Louise Street (at Wilson Avenue); Glendale, CA 91206.

MGM Mirage Resorts Announce Upcoming Schedule Of Shows & Events
by BWW News Desk - Feb 4, 2010


MGM MIRAGE RESORTS: MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, ARIA, Crystals, Luxor, Monte Carlo, Excalibur, Circus Circus, Bellagio, The Mirage and New York-New York

Allison Janney to Star in New TV Show 'Mr. Sunshine' with Matthew Perry
by Movies News Desk - Jan 29, 2010


According to The Hollywood Reporter, stage and screen actress Allison Janney will co-star in the new Matthew Perry film 'Mr. Sunshine' helmed by Tommy Schlamme. 'Sunshine', written by Perry along with Alex Barnow and Marc Firek, centers on Perry who, 'as the manager of an aging San Diego stadium realizes on his 40th birthday that he can no longer get by on just his charming, noncommittal ways.' Janney will play 'Crystal', Perry's boss.

Donna McKechnie Headlines 'Ira Gershwin Salon' for 42nd Street Moon 1/28/2010
by BWW News Desk - Jan 28, 2010


From the moment she stepped onto the Broadway stage and gave us her iconic portrait of the singer/dancer 'Cassie' in Michael Bennett's history-making A Chorus Line Donna McKechnie has been a star.

February Performance Schedule at the Metropolitan Room
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2010


FEBRUARY AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM. Come join us every Friday and Saturday from 11PM-2AM for our piano lounge.

Positive Motions Concert Series Presents RUSLAN BIRYUKOV & FRIENDS �" CELL ENSEMBLES 2/6/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 19, 2010


Alto Polis Music Management & Positive Motions Foundation in association with the Glendale Philharmonic Association and 'Positive Motions' Concert Series will present 'Ruslan Biryukov & Friends - Cello Ensembles,' A Chamber Concert Celebrating The Greatest Music Written For Cellists, including World Premieres compositions written by composers Carol Worthey and Deon Nielson Price, performed by critically acclaimed cello players: Ruslan Biryukov, Maksim Velichkin, Hope Easton, Garik Terzian, August Lee and Patricia Ryan accompanied by pianist Mary Au on Saturday, February 6, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Glendale; 209 N. Louise Street (at Wilson Avenue); Glendale, CA 91206.

The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Their Announces 2010 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 15, 2010


The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey has announced its 2010 Season which will begin in June and continue through early January.

NCPA Announces Their Programmes for January 2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 5, 2010


Nariman Point NCPA Marg & Dorabji Tata Road MUMBAI 400 021.

Donna McKechnie Headlines 'Ira Gershwin Salon' for 42nd Street Moon 1/28/2010
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 22, 2009


From the moment she stepped onto the Broadway stage and gave us her iconic portrait of the singer/dancer 'Cassie' in Michael Bennett's history-making A Chorus Line Donna McKechnie has been a star.

Tom McCarthy And Carla Belver Reunite in Act II Playhouse's ON GOLDEN POND, 11/17 - 12/13
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2009


Act II Playhouse follows its highly-acclaimed production of Boeing-Boeing with Ernest Thompson's beloved play, On Golden Pond, onstage Nov. 17 to Dec. 13. Act II Producing Artistic Director Bud Martin directs this classic American comedy/drama that is every bit as touching, warm, and witty today as when it debuted on Broadway in 1979.

Mesa Arts Center Announces its Spring 2010 Performing Live Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 8, 2009


Mesa Arts Center Announces its Spring 2010 Performing Live Season with diverse acts that will excite patrons of all ages. For country fans, music legend Merle Haggard will perform his #1 chart topping songs. For classical music lovers, reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman is returning for an unforgettable performance.

Tom McCarthy And Carla Belver Reunite in Act II Playhouse's ON GOLDEN POND, 11/17 - 12/13
by BWW News Desk - Nov 17, 2009


Act II Playhouse follows its highly-acclaimed production of Boeing-Boeing with Ernest Thompson's beloved play, On Golden Pond, onstage Nov. 17 to Dec. 13. Act II Producing Artistic Director Bud Martin directs this classic American comedy/drama that is every bit as touching, warm, and witty today as when it debuted on Broadway in 1979.

THE FANTASTICKS to Kick Off Long Wharf's 2009-10 Season Oct 7 - Nov 1
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2009


Long Wharf Theatre, under the leadership of Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein and Managing Director Ray Cullom, will present the beloved musical The Fantasticks, directed by Amanda Dehnert, from October 7 through November 1, 2009, on the Mainstage.

Tom McCarthy And Carla Belver Reunite in Act II Playhouse's ON GOLDEN POND, 11/17 - 12/13
by BWW News Desk - Oct 23, 2009


Act II Playhouse follows its highly-acclaimed production of Boeing-Boeing with Ernest Thompson's beloved play, On Golden Pond, onstage Nov. 17 to Dec. 13. Act II Producing Artistic Director Bud Martin directs this classic American comedy/drama that is every bit as touching, warm, and witty today as when it debuted on Broadway in 1979.

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Present Laughter - 1996 Broadway Awards and Nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1997 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Actor - Play Frank Langella
1997 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Featured Actress - Play Allison Janney
1997 Outer Critics Circle Awards Best Revival - Play 0
1997 Theatre World Awards Performance Allison Janney
1997 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play David Richenthal
1997 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Anita Waxman
1997 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Play Jujamcyn Theaters
1996 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor - Play Frank Langella
1996 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actress - Play Allison Janney
1996 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Revival - Play Present Laughter
1996 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Set Design - Play Derek McLane

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