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Theater in NY and Beyond: Measure for Measure by Pushkin Theater and Cheek by Jowl

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Theater in NY and Beyond: Measure for Measure by Pushkin Theater and Cheek by Jowl

Shakespeare’s ‘problem play’ with all the modern society’s ills co-produced by Moscow’s Pushkin Theater and London’s Cheek by Jowl with Declan Donnellan directing 

Scene from play by Shakespeare "Measure for Measure" by Cheek by Jowl theater company
MEASURE FOR MEASURE by Shakespeare, Paris, 2015 / Photo: Johan Persson

Two world famous theaters combine their forces to produce a dynamic and powerful play by Shakespeare which seems to be written about our fast-paced time. Or it could well be that no matter what time it is, people and the interplay of their motives stay the same.

Shakespeare, the great master of human soul and its hidden desires, had placed the story in the space close to his, and the brilliance of Declan Donnellan and Nick Ormerod is in shifting it to the modern time while keeping the story intact. The amazing thing is the fresh potency of the story that explores corruption, hypocrisy, and lies of those in power and the tight strings at their disposal to turn the world around in tune with their wishes. Opened in 2013 in Moscow, Russia, this “Measure for Measure” production had already traveled around the world getting rave reviews in Spain, France, Britain, and many other countries. See for yourself how up-to-date Shakespeare was when he wrote his timeless plays.

The performance is in Russian with English subtitles; it runs for intense 100 minutes without intermission.

Measure for Measure will be performed in Washington DC, Brooklyn NY, Boston MA, Los Angeles CA.

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Theater in NYC: My Parsifal Conductor in Off-Broadway Production

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Theater in NYC: My Parsifal Conductor in Off-Broadway Production

An improbable Wagnerian Comedy created by Allan Leicht and directed by Robert Kalfin in limited production until November 3, 2018

Wagnerian Comedy My Parsifal Conductor YMCA West side NYC
My Parsifal Conductor / Photo credit Carol Rosegg

Musical genius Richard Wagner (Eddie Korbich) and his devoted wife Cosima (Claire Brownell) find themselves in a moral, political and musical dilemma when King Ludwig of Bavaria (Carlo Bosticco) insists that the son of a rabbi, Hermann Levi (Geoffrey Cantor), conduct the premiere of Wagner’s sacred final opera, Parsifal.  In this comedic spin on real-life events, Maestro Levi must consider his complex relationship with the Wagners.  Does Art have its “special needs,” after all?  MY PARSIFAL CONDUCTOR is the World Premiere comedy that dares to probe that question. Read More

Theater in NYC: A Blanket of Dust at the Flea Theater until June 30, 2018

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Theater in NYC: A Blanket of Dust at the Flea Theater until June 30, 2018

Controversial drama brings back a national tragedy and a desperate search for truth at the Flea Theater in Downtown NYC until June 30, 2018

Off Broadway Theater Drama NYC A Blanket of Dust Angela Pierce
Angela Pierce. Photo by Sharon Kinsella.

“A Blanket of Dust” written by R. Squires and directed by C. Murrah brings back the painful memories of September 11. The story centers on the main heroine Diana Crane played by Angela Pierce who is well known for her acclaimed performance in OSLO on Broadway. Diana’s grief and desperation in the face of a senseless loss of her husband string the stage action together in this 90-minute run. While Diana is supported by her parents, US Senator played by Anthony Newfield, the recognizable face On and Off Broadway, and his wife played by Alison Fraser, a two-time Tony nominee, they are too complacent and powerless to answer her probing questions. The rebellious bookstore owner Andrew Blake played by Tommy Schrider storms into Diana’s life igniting it figuratively and literally with distrust in the government and an itch for action. The main characters and the rest of the cast do a decent job in this fast-paced production based on the recent history that extends to our time. The stage, costume, and lighting designs are all well-calibrated putting all the accents on acting. This empowers the cast leading to a balanced and convincing with some exceptions run. However, the main problem with the play is the storyline’s reliance on the conspiracy theories and confusing logic. And while the production’s energy and the beat engage the audience, it can not make up for the jumble of accusations and the tragedy in the play finale. For tickets click here.

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Theater in NYC: Love and Intrigue by Maly Drama Theater of St. Petersburg at BAM

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Theater in NYC: Love and Intrigue by Maly Drama Theater of St. Petersburg at BAM

Love, deception, and a curse of class boundaries in a delicious production by Lev Dodin and Maly Drama Theater of St. Petersburg

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Love and Intrigue by Maly Drama Theater of St. Petersburg, E. Boyarskaya and D. Kozlovsky; photo credit V. Vassiliev / Image courtesy of BAM

Maly Drama Theater of St. Petersburg is returning to the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) with a remarkable production of “Love and Intrigue” on June 6-16, 2018. The original play was written by Friedrich Schiller in 1787 under the title Kabale und Liebe. It was later used by Guiseppe Verdi for his opera Luisa Miller. The fact that it was extremely popular in the 18th century as it is now is an attestation to the universal values of love and morality. The dramatic plot is as potent now as it was back then if not even more so. And while some may think that theatricality is taking rein in the finale, the production looks fresh and exceptionally compelling.

With its acclaimed cast of such beloved actors as Danila Kozlovsky as Ferdinand, Ksenia Rappoport as Lady Milford, Elizaveta Boyarskaya and Ekaterina Tarasova alternating as Louise, the performance promises to be a delicious fete for every theater lover.

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Theater in NYC: The Parisian Woman with Uma Thurman

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Theater in NYC: The Parisian Woman with Uma Thurman

Uma Thurman debuts on Broadway in Beau Willimon’s play 

Broadway Theater Uma Thurman The Parisian Woman Beau Willimon
The Parisian Woman, Limited Engagement Now on Broadway at the Hudson Theater /  By Beau Willimon, Directed by Pam McKinnon, Pictured: Uma Thurman, Josh Lucas, Marton Csokas; Photo by Matthew Murphy, 2017 / Image courtesy of BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN

Captivating performance, high pace acting, foxy intrigue – these are the characteristics that any theater production would want to hear in its regard. And “The Parisian Woman” written by Beau Willimon and directed by Pam McKinnon is scoring high on each one of them. The cast with Uma Thurman in the title role, Josh Lucas, Marton Csokas, Phillipa Soo and Blair Brown are doing an incredible job in keeping the audience in their grip. The performances at Hudson Theater will continue until March 11, 2018. Click here to book your tickets. Read More