Theater in NYC: The Tempest by Shakespeare at The Public Theater

May 7, 2019June 19, 2019 contact@arts-ny.com 1 Comment

Theater in NYC: The Tempest by Shakespeare at The Public Theater

Mobile Unit presents a dynamic production of The Tempest by William Shakespeare at The Public Theater from May 3 – May 19, 2019

The Public Theater’s Mobile Unit production of The Tempest. Photo credit: Joan Marcus

Mobile Unit, a touring company that seeks to bring theater and culture to people, is “parking” at The Public Theater at Astor’s Place until May 19, 2019 with William Shakespeare’s The Tempest . The engaging and energetic production has already traveled to 17 diverse communities such as recreational centers, chapels, and correctional facilities. The idea that culture belongs to everyone drives the production creators’ passion and excitement.

Laurie Woolery, production director, reimagines the traditional gender roles in Shakespeare’s play and brings a feminine touch to the characters of Prospero, and others in this fluid and fun take on a theatrical classic. Myra Lucretia Taylor as Prospero softens the spell of dark magic while a rowdy bunch of anti-heroes skillfully keep the audience entertained and amused. The villains and conspirators genuinely played by Christopher Ryan Grant, Reza Salazar, and Dan Domingues are enthralled by the spell of kindness and reconciliation propagated by the spirit Ariel, who is gracefully played by Danaya Esperanza. The talented cast gets a standing ovation for its mastery
and authenticity. Enjoy this fast-paced and fun production and celebrate the love and kindness in the company of like-minded peers.

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Theater in NYC: The Dance of Death by August Strindberg at Classic Stage Company

February 12, 2019April 24, 2019 contact@arts-ny.com

Theater in NYC: The Dance of Death by August Strindberg at Classic Stage Company

August Strindberg’s 19th-century drama The Dance of Death opens in repertory at the Classic Stage Company from February 10, 2019 through March 10, 2019

Christopher Invar, Cassie Beck, Rich Tool in AUGUST STRINDBERG, Dance of Death at Classic Stage Company — Christopher Innvar, Cassie Beck, Rich Topol in AUGUST STRINDBERG, Dance of Death at Classic Stage Company; photo by Joan Marcus

A discerning examination of a married couple’s bond is observed by August Strindberg in The Dance of Death, which is staged by Classic Stage Company. Strindberg’s play, adapted for this new version by Conor McPherson and directed by Victoria Clark, was written in 1900 when the playwright himself was in the midst of a divorce. The elements of Strindberg’s personal life, the ills of Sweden’s society at the turn of the previous century, the ever-present concerns about complacency, competing intentions, and ubiquitous soul-searching are all interwoven into the story.

Stuck on a remote island at the coastal artillery outpost, the couple’s relationships grew from slight annoyance with each other to open contempt. Haunted by the aversion to their associates and the disdain of their superiors, Edgar, authentically played by Richard Topol, and his wife Alice, accurately portrayed by Cassie Beck, isolate themselves to the company of each other with no discernible way out of the tense situation. The arrival of their old friend and relative Kurt, played with ease by Christopher Innvar, promises a chance of revival and change. Yet, in Strindberg’s keen depiction of reality, the dark forces dominate and the jabs only get more potent furling the couple closer together in their unhappy dance to the end. Get tickets at 56% off with TodayTIX

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Theater in NY: About Alice at TFANA in Brooklyn, NY

January 21, 2019April 24, 2019 contact@arts-ny.com 1 Comment

Theater in NY: About Alice at TFANA in Brooklyn, NY

Theatre For a New Audience presents a play by Calvin Trillin “About Alice” on January 8 – February 3, 2019

Carrie Paff as Alice, Jeffrey Bean as Calvin in "About Alice" at TFANA — Carrie Paff as Alice, Jeffrey Bean as Calvin in “About Alice” at TFANA; photo by Henry Grossman

Shortly after Calvin Trillin’s memoir “About Alice” was published in 2007, it was adapted by the author for a two-character play. Trillin, a staff writer for The New Yorker magazine, wrote movingly about his late wife Alice in several books and essays. At the suggestion of TFANA artistic director Jeffrey Horowitz who knew Alice when she was making an educational series on PBS, the work on the play “About Alice” continued for some time culminating in this theatrical run at TFANA.

The genuine performance by Jeffrey Bean as Calvin Trillin and Carrie Paff as Alice tell a touching story of how they met at a party, fell in love, and kept the precious light of their love burning for many years. It is telling that when a shorter version of the memoir “Alice, Off the Page” appeared in The New Yorker, people who did not know Alice personally kept writing to Mr. Trillin about their fascination with his wife’s cheerful nature, happiness with the world around her, and a sense of wholeness. With humor and utmost love the play tactfully lets the audience into the family life with all of its ups and downs. Get tickets at 56% off with TodayTIX

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Theater in NYC: Musical Drama ‘Renascence’ at the Abrons Arts Center

November 5, 2018November 6, 2018 contact@arts-ny.com 1 Comment

Theater in NYC: Musical Drama ‘Renascence’ at the Abrons Arts Center

New musical drama about Edna St. Vincent Millay, author of the poem “Renascence”, gloriously staged by the Transport Group to the passionate music by Carmel Dean; at the Abrons Arts Center until November 17, 2018

A scene from Renascence with Danny Harris Kornfeld, Hannah Corneau, Mikaela Bennett / photo by Carol Rosegg

An inspiring musical performed by talented actors makes an exciting and enlightening debut at a welcoming Off-Off-Broadway Theater at the Abrons Arts Center. The book by Dick Scanlan about Edna St. Vincent Millay and her family is set to the lyrical and touching music score by Carmel Dean. The lyrics by Edna Millay are at the core of the musical convoluting the storyline and elevating its tensions at the same time.

With poetry being at the center at Millay’s family life, sisters and mother included, it brings refreshing vibes for the modern audience. And while the century that separates us from Millay’s time seems to lessen the public’s interest in poetry, the problems facing young poetess and women back then stay unchanged. The play, through its impressive acting and innovating staging, delivers a powerful message about a poetic talent and a young woman path to fame. Enjoy the story, the poetry, and the music!

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Theater in NYC: Popcorn Falls at the Davenport Theater Off-Broadway

October 30, 2018October 30, 2018 contact@arts-ny.com

Theater in NYC: Popcorn Falls at the Davenport Theater Off-Broadway

Hilarious, witty, and heartwarming story about small-town problems artfully told with lots of energy and genuine acting; through January 6, 2019

Adam Heller as Mr. Trundle and Tom Souhrada as Joe in a scene from Popcorn Falls — Adam Heller and Tom Souhrada; photo by Monique Carboni

Welcome to Popcorn Falls, a small town in a hinterland which only attraction and a claim to fame was a now-defunct waterfall! When the river flow was diverted to a next-door town, the parched land seemed to open up all the problems for people of Popcorn Falls. Out of nowhere a salvation for the town presents itself in a form of an improbable grant which invigorates everyone in town and on stage. If only those grants come about more often.

The story, masterfully delivered by an unstoppable pair of comedic actors Tom Souhrada and Adam Heller, is tender, eager and hard-to-believe at the same time. The actors’ sincerity coupled with the script’s entertaining yet warm jokes about broken promises, everyday misfortunes, and local misfits keeps the audience engaged and laughing throughout the performance. In fact, the audience is in a way serves as town residents or the participants in the town hall meetings. The play with its fast-paced acting is suited so well for a small and cozy Davenport Theater, that at times it feels that the stage is filled with a troop of actors. That is a true mastery of the duo that manages to play all 12-odd characters almost simultaneously. Treat yourself to an entertaining night out at Popcorn Falls! The play runs through January 6, 2019.

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