'A Man For All Seasons' Starring Langella Closes Tonight, October 7th, 2008 A Man for All Seasons will open at the American Airlines Theatre. A Man for All Seasons began performances on September 12th, 2008 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). This will be a limited engagement through December 7th, 2008. 'A RUBICON FAMILY CHRISTMAS' Ventura's new holiday tradition 'A RUBICON FAMILY CHRISTMAS' Conceived and Directed by Brian McDonald With Musical Arrangements by Steven Cahill Opens Saturday, December 6th at the Rubicon Theater in Ventura! Move over Scrooge...here comes Santa Claus! From December 4 through December 28, Rubicon Theatre Company swings and sings its way through the holidays with the delightful musical presentation of A Rubicon Family Christmas. Enjoy complementary warm cider and sweet treats as the stellar cast of Broadway performers and a choir of the region's brightest young stars serenade you with fanciful renditions of traditional Christmas classics and favorite holiday songs. This magical concert, framed in a glorious wintery wonderland is sure to bring a smile to the face and warmth to the heart. 'ELECTRA' In Concert At The New York Philharmonic When her mother and her mother's lover devise the murder of her beloved father, only one thing can ease Elektra's pain and sorrow... Revenge. Come experience this twisted tale of passion and revenue in Elektra - one of the most sensational operas - starring the virtuosic New York Philharmonic and an acclaimed cast. 'First By The River' Poetry Slam at Bristol Riverside First By The River Poetry Slam at Bristol Riverside Theatre, Dec. 6 Call for Participants Award-winning theatre artist Will Power works with area schools, hosts slam open to all area high school students 'MY VAUDEVILLE MAN' Celebrates Career Of Donahue In celebration of the career of Jack Donahue, the fabled eccentric tap dancing star of vaudeville and Broadway, and the subject of the new musical My Vaudeville Man!, the York Theatre is presenting two special events on the December 5th and 6th. Both free events will follow the performance of My Vaudeville Man! 'PERFECT CRIME' Performs Matinee For Mensa Perfect Crime, the Off Broadway psychological thriller, will partner with Mensa, the high IQ society, for a special matinee performance on Saturday, December 6, 2008 that will feature an audience of Mensa geniuses who will attempt to solve the mystery behind the longest-running play in the history of New York theater. The event will also feature a post-show discussion with Alison Gaylin, Edgar-nominated author of Hide Your Eyes, You Kill Me and Heartless, who will speak about the psychology of the criminal mind. 'STRANGERS AND OTHER ANGELS' Medieval Mystery Plays Get Modern Twist for Christmas in the Streets of New York for Strangers and Other Angels Theatre-lovers, theologians, strangers and other angels are invited into the streets of New York for a free theatrical event that mines the story of the first Christmas and celebrates the abundance of community. Starting at the Museum of the City of New York (located at 5th Avenue at 104th Street) on Saturday, December 6th at 4 p.m., Compagnia de' Colombari, an international collective of performing artists, including Tony and Obie Award-winners and acclaimed musicians, will present Strangers and Other Angels, the medieval mystery play vividly re-imagined for the 21st century. 'THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS REVELS' TRAVEL AROUND THE WORLD WHEN NEW YORK REVELS 2008 PRESENTS 'THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS REVELS' December 6 Saturday December 6 at 3 PM & 8 PM Church of the Holy Apostles, 296 Ninth Avenue (at 28th Street) 'TREASURE ISLAND' Debuts Sunday Matinee Showings Beginning 12/7 From Sunday 7 December, the producers of TREASURE ISLAND starring Keith Allen at the Theatre Royal Haymarket will be introducing Sunday matinees at 3.00pm. Billy Porter Returns to Joe's Pub December 7 and 8 Billy Porter returns to Joe's Pub for an evening of song, featuring new American Broadway standards, gospel, and soulful originals. Civilians Theatre Co to Premiere 'Brooklyn at Eye Level' Dec. 4-7 in Brookyn The Civilians (Steven Cosson, Artistic Director), the award-winning New York-based theater company, will present the premiere performances of their newest project, Brooklyn at Eye Level, the culmination of a long-term investigation of development in Brooklyn and its effect on neighborhood and community December 4 - 7, 2008 at The Brooklyn Lyceum (227 4th Avenue). DOUBT Screening to Benefit Actors Fund Miramax Films & The Actors Fund invites you to join Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Amy Adams & Viola Davis to a Special Screening of 'DOUBT' on Sunday, December 7, 6 pm at The Paris Theatre. The Paris Theater is located at 4 West 58th Street New York, NY. Fontanelli Performs CHRISTMAS IN ITALY International singing sensation Cristina Fontanelli will sing a program of Italy's best-loved songs, arias, Neapolitan and Christmas classics during her fifth-annual "Christmas in Italy," concert at Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Center, Sunday, December 7th at 8:00 p.m. Friedman to Lead Cast of UK's Annual CHRISTMAS IN NEW YORK Celebration Multi-award-winning leading lady Maria Friedman returns to the West End for one night only to headline this year's instalment of Christmas in New York, the annual celebration of classic carols and seasonal show-stoppers, at the Lyric Theatre on Sunday 7 December 2008, alongside Avenue Q's Julie Atherton, Wicked's Oliver Tompsett and Ashleigh Gray, Spamalot's Michael Xavier and a full supporting cast including Adrian Hansel, Zoe Rainey, Richard Reynard and Lorna Want. Goodspeed Musicals Presents World Premiere of EMMET OTTER's JUG-BAND CHRISTMAS Goodspeed Musicals, the only two time Tony Award winning theatre in the country, is proud to announce the cast of its upcoming world premiere production of Jim Henson's classic holiday favorite Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas, adapted for the stage. Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas will run December 7, 2008, through January 4, 2009, at the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam, Connecticut. HOLIDAYS AT THE 'HILLS at Foothills Theatre "Holidays at the 'hills," an exciting new musical revue is coming to Foothills Theatre December 6-28, 2008! "Holidays at the 'hills" is a musical revue of song and dance all fashioned around the winter season, the holidays, and New Years Eve. Foothill's Artistic Director Russell Garrett and Musical Arranger Jim Rice have put together an evening of non-stop music and dance to lift the spirits during this sometimes stressful time of year. Keen Company Presents BEASLEY'S CHRISTMAS PARTY Keen Company (Artistic Director Carl Forsman; Executive Director Wayne Kelton) will present its first holiday offering, perfect for all audiences, Beasley's Christmas Party. Kids Get into Fantasticks Free on Grandparents Day On Sunday, December 7, 2008 The Fantasticks will present Grandparents Day, a daylong celebration of the show?s enduring legacy during which children will be admitted free with each paying grandparent. In addition, all children and grandparents will be invited to a private meet-and-greet after the show with members of the cast of the longest running musical in the world. The offer is valid for both the 3PM and 7:15PM performances. Lillian Hellman's Masterpiece 'The Autumn Garden' 12/6/08 'Lillian Hellmania!',a festival celebrating the playwrights' work, will run in Chicago at Eclipse ("The Autumn Garden"), Shattered Globe ("The Little Foxes," 1/8-3/8/09), and City Lit ("Scoundrel Time," 1/30-3/8/09). Media City Ballet Of LA Presents 'THE NUTCRACKER' MEDIA CITY BALLET OF LOS ANGELES Natasha Middleton, Artistic Director Presents Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky's Classic Holiday Ballet, "The Nutcracker" A Magical Ballet Performance for Children and Adults Choreographed and Directed By Natasha Middleton Pre-Show Mini-Concert By The Taft High School Vocal Ensemble Directed by Tom Pease The Alex Theatre; 216 North Brand Blvd.; Glendale, CA Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Sunday, December 7, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Media City Ballet Of LA Presents 'THE NUTCRACKER' MEDIA CITY BALLET OF LOS ANGELES Natasha Middleton, Artistic Director Presents Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky's Classic Holiday Ballet, "The Nutcracker" A Magical Ballet Performance for Children and Adults Choreographed and Directed By Natasha Middleton Pre-Show Mini-Concert By The Taft High School Vocal Ensemble Directed by Tom Pease The Alex Theatre; 216 North Brand Blvd.; Glendale, CA Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Sunday, December 7, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Ne-Yo, Latifah and Beyone Pay Tribute to Streisand at Kennedy Center EOnline.com is reporting that amongst those paying tribute to Barbra Streisand on December 7 at the Kennedy Center Honors will be Queen Latifah, Ne-Yo and Beyonce Knowles. NY Premiere of CALIGULA at Kirk Theatre Horizon Theatre Rep presents the New York premiere of David Greig's celebrated translation of Albert Camus' classic drama CALIGULA -- with previews to begin December 4, prior to an official press opening December 7, at Theatre Row's Kirk Theatre (410 West 42nd Street) in Manhattan. Rafael De Mussa will direct. Second City Opens 'BROTHER, CAN YOU SPARE SOME CHANGE?' 12/7 The Second City e.t.c. opens its 32nd revue Brother, Can You Spare Some Change?, on Sunday, December 7, 2008 at 7:00pm at The Second City e.t.c. Theatre (1608 North Wells Street, 2nd Floor of Piper's Alley). Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Presents 'A Very Gorey Christmas' Dec. 7 On Sunday, December 7, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at historic Mead Hall at Drew University, The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents A Very Gorey Christmas, a frighteningly festive shopping and silent auction event inspired by the work of artist Edward Gorey. The Actors' Gang Presents AAH! SCROOGE MUST DIE! From December 6 through January 10th, The Actors' Gang presents "Aah! Scrooge Must Die!", a "rambunctious and very raunchy" retelling of Dickens' beloved classic tale. THE DUMP - An All-New Sketch Show Elephant Larry, New York's critically-acclaimed sketch comedy group, is proud to announce the premiere of their all-new sketch comedy show, "Elephant Larry Presents The Dump," which will run for three performances ONLY. The show will run Saturdays at 7:00 PM: December 6, 13, 20; at The PIT, 154 W. 29th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues). The Vital Theatre Company Presents THE KLEZMER NUTCRACKER Vital Theatre Company recently announced its family holiday offering, "THE KLEZMER NUTCRACKER." Based on the award-winning book The Golden Dreydl by Ellen Kushner, the production features music by Peter Illyich Tchaikovsky, arrangements by Michael McLaughlin and David Harris and performance by The Shirim Klezmer Orchestra, a book by Ellen Kushner, direction by Linda Ames Key, and choreography by Dax Valdes. Travanti & Crawford Star in POET Revival Two-time Emmy Award-winner Daniel J. Travanti ("Hill Street Blues") returns to the New York stage in a revival of the Eugene O'Neill classic A TOUCH OF THE POET as Con Melody -- a role he has played previously to acclaim in Boston, Washington and Denver -- with previews to begin December 2, prior to an official opening December 7, at The 14th Street Theater (344 East 14th Street) in Manhattan. UCLA Presents Post Performance Discussion Of IVANOV There will be a post performance discussion on December 6 with company members, and director Dimiter Gotscheff. Moderated by renowned translator and UCLA Professor of Slavic Languages and Literature, Michael Heim. The exclusive United States production of Berlin's most prominent and revolutionary theatre, The Volksb?hne, will be presented by David Sefton's UCLA Live's Seventh International Theatre Festival in a controversial production of Chekhov's first play, IVANOV, under the direction of Bulgarian born Dimiter Gotscheff. The play will be performed in German with English supertitles.

'A Man For All Seasons' Starring Langella Closes Tonight, October 7th, 2008 A Man for All Seasons will open at the American Airlines Theatre. A Man for All Seasons began performances on September 12th, 2008 at the American Airlines Theatre on Broadway (227 West 42nd Street). This will be a limited engagement through December 7th, 2008. 'TREASURE ISLAND' Debuts Sunday Matinee Showings Beginning 12/7 From Sunday 7 December, the producers of TREASURE ISLAND starring Keith Allen at the Theatre Royal Haymarket will be introducing Sunday matinees at 3.00pm. 'WAKE UP WORLD' Big Christmas Show With Michael Musto Hang the mistletoe, spin the dreidel, and don your gay apparel: WAKE UP WORLD is back in NYC MONDAY NIGHT our BIG CHRISTMAS SHOW! 'Want The Change' Performed By 'Spring Awakening' Cast Past and present performers of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Spring Awakening come together for a one night only event MONDAY DECEMBER 8th at IRT (154 Christopher Street) with a performance (at 7pm & 10PM) of music inspired by the Rainer Maria Rilke poem Sonnets to Orpheus, Part Two, XII. Proceeds from the show will benefit the Actors Fund and IRT Theater's Artist In Residency program. In the spirit of the holiday season past and present, the Spring Awakening casts - both present and past - perform much of their favorite music. The theme of the show reflects the poem's tone of wanting the changes that come into our lives. The show will also feature a sneak peak into each cast member's Spring Awakening audition. BBC RADIO 2 Celebrates THE MUSIC OF DISNEY Sensational international artist JOSH GROBAN will serve as host for the upcoming concert BBC RADIO 2 CELEBRATES THE MUSIC OF DISNEY. Billy Porter Returns to Joe's Pub December 7 and 8 Billy Porter returns to Joe's Pub for an evening of song, featuring new American Broadway standards, gospel, and soulful originals. Billy Porter Returns to Joe's Pub December 7 and 8 Billy Porter returns to Joe's Pub for an evening of song, featuring new American Broadway standards, gospel, and soulful originals. Civilians Theatre Co to Premiere 'Brooklyn at Eye Level' Dec. 4-7 in Brookyn The Civilians (Steven Cosson, Artistic Director), the award-winning New York-based theater company, will present the premiere performances of their newest project, Brooklyn at Eye Level, the culmination of a long-term investigation of development in Brooklyn and its effect on neighborhood and community December 4 - 7, 2008 at The Brooklyn Lyceum (227 4th Avenue). Classical Theater of Harlem Holds Anniversary Party The Classical Theatre of Harlem, a not-for-profit theatre dedicated to producing theatre that truly reflects the diversity of ideas and racial tapestry that is New York City, will hold a party celebrating their 10th Anniversary Season. DOUBT Screening to Benefit Actors Fund Miramax Films & The Actors Fund invites you to join Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Amy Adams & Viola Davis to a Special Screening of 'DOUBT' on Sunday, December 7, 6 pm at The Paris Theatre. The Paris Theater is located at 4 West 58th Street New York, NY. Espinosa Appears In Benefit Concert at the Hudson Mainstage 12/8 A Benefit Concert will take place next Monday night, December 8th, at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre in Hollywood. The concert will benefit the Musical Theatre of Los Angeles. The event will feature selections from this past season of shows: Chicago (nominated for two Ovation Awards), The Last Five Years, Ragtime, West Side Story, plus Les Miserables. Eden Espinosa of Wicked will make a special appearance, singing a song from RENT. Fleming & Hampson Star In Met's 'Thais' Ren?e Fleming and Thomas Hampson star in the Met's first new production of Jules Massenet's richly melodic Tha?s in thirty years. The rarely performed opera opens at the Met on Monday, December 8, and runs through January 8, with the December 20 matinee transmitted live worldwide as part of The Met: Live in HD series. "Fleming and Hampson made a heavenly match," Chicago Sun-Times critic Wynne Delacoma wrote when this production, which comes from the Lyric Opera of Chicago, opened there in 2002. Fontanelli Performs CHRISTMAS IN ITALY International singing sensation Cristina Fontanelli will sing a program of Italy's best-loved songs, arias, Neapolitan and Christmas classics during her fifth-annual "Christmas in Italy," concert at Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Center, Sunday, December 7th at 8:00 p.m. Friedman to Lead Cast of UK's Annual CHRISTMAS IN NEW YORK Celebration Multi-award-winning leading lady Maria Friedman returns to the West End for one night only to headline this year's instalment of Christmas in New York, the annual celebration of classic carols and seasonal show-stoppers, at the Lyric Theatre on Sunday 7 December 2008, alongside Avenue Q's Julie Atherton, Wicked's Oliver Tompsett and Ashleigh Gray, Spamalot's Michael Xavier and a full supporting cast including Adrian Hansel, Zoe Rainey, Richard Reynard and Lorna Want. Goodspeed Musicals Presents World Premiere of EMMET OTTER's JUG-BAND CHRISTMAS Goodspeed Musicals, the only two time Tony Award winning theatre in the country, is proud to announce the cast of its upcoming world premiere production of Jim Henson's classic holiday favorite Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas, adapted for the stage. Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas will run December 7, 2008, through January 4, 2009, at the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam, Connecticut. GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION Throughout the years, the GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION has become one of the hottest and most anticipated tickets of the fall season. Keen Company Presents BEASLEY'S CHRISTMAS PARTY Keen Company (Artistic Director Carl Forsman; Executive Director Wayne Kelton) will present its first holiday offering, perfect for all audiences, Beasley's Christmas Party. Kids Get into Fantasticks Free on Grandparents Day On Sunday, December 7, 2008 The Fantasticks will present Grandparents Day, a daylong celebration of the show?s enduring legacy during which children will be admitted free with each paying grandparent. In addition, all children and grandparents will be invited to a private meet-and-greet after the show with members of the cast of the longest running musical in the world. The offer is valid for both the 3PM and 7:15PM performances. Manhattan Theater Source Presents Five Holiday Shows MANHATTAN THEATRE SOURCE PRESENTS FIVE HOLIDAY SHOWS DECEMBER 8 ? 28, 2008 Manhattan Theatre Source (James Lawson, Artistic Director) announced its holiday line-up today. The theatre will present work by Mac Rogers (2007 FringeNYC Outstanding Playwrighting Award winner), Sharon Fogarty (Chicago City Limits Touring Company), Jason Grossman, Greg Oliver Bodine and Julie Perkins throughout December. Media City Ballet Of LA Presents 'THE NUTCRACKER' MEDIA CITY BALLET OF LOS ANGELES Natasha Middleton, Artistic Director Presents Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky's Classic Holiday Ballet, "The Nutcracker" A Magical Ballet Performance for Children and Adults Choreographed and Directed By Natasha Middleton Pre-Show Mini-Concert By The Taft High School Vocal Ensemble Directed by Tom Pease The Alex Theatre; 216 North Brand Blvd.; Glendale, CA Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Sunday, December 7, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Ne-Yo, Latifah and Beyone Pay Tribute to Streisand at Kennedy Center EOnline.com is reporting that amongst those paying tribute to Barbra Streisand on December 7 at the Kennedy Center Honors will be Queen Latifah, Ne-Yo and Beyonce Knowles. NY Premiere of CALIGULA at Kirk Theatre Horizon Theatre Rep presents the New York premiere of David Greig's celebrated translation of Albert Camus' classic drama CALIGULA -- with previews to begin December 4, prior to an official press opening December 7, at Theatre Row's Kirk Theatre (410 West 42nd Street) in Manhattan. Rafael De Mussa will direct. Second City Opens 'BROTHER, CAN YOU SPARE SOME CHANGE?' 12/7 The Second City e.t.c. opens its 32nd revue Brother, Can You Spare Some Change?, on Sunday, December 7, 2008 at 7:00pm at The Second City e.t.c. Theatre (1608 North Wells Street, 2nd Floor of Piper's Alley). Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Presents 'A Very Gorey Christmas' Dec. 7 On Sunday, December 7, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at historic Mead Hall at Drew University, The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents A Very Gorey Christmas, a frighteningly festive shopping and silent auction event inspired by the work of artist Edward Gorey. The Public Welcomes Mandy Patinkin In Concert Series 12/8 The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) welcomes Tony Award-winning actor and singer Mandy Patinkin back to The Public for a two-week concert series in the Anspacher Theater in honor of the 20th Anniversary of his first concert at The Public. For the first time, Patinkin will present three of his most popular concerts, Mamaloshen, Celebrating Sondheim, and Dress Casual, in repertory with Paul Ford on piano, December 8 through December 21. All profits from Patinkin's concerts go to The Public Theater just as they did 20 years ago when he first performed here. Tickets for this limited engagement are available by calling (212) 967-7555 or visiting www.publictheater.org. The Wonder Pets in SAVE THE NUTCRACKER! Premiers Infused with the familiar music of Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker," Nickelodeon presents a contemporary twist on the holiday classic in the new The Wonder Pets! prime-time special, "Save the Nutcracker!," premiering Monday, Dec. 8, 8:00 - 8:30 p.m. (ET/PT). Touring Cast of PHANTOM & Deborah Gibson Appear in Dec. 8 Charity Cabaret Cast members from the touring cast of the long-running Broadway musical, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, are presenting a one night only, holiday-themed benefit to raise funds for The Richmond/Ermet AIDS Foundation and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Travanti & Crawford Star in POET Revival Two-time Emmy Award-winner Daniel J. Travanti ("Hill Street Blues") returns to the New York stage in a revival of the Eugene O'Neill classic A TOUCH OF THE POET as Con Melody -- a role he has played previously to acclaim in Boston, Washington and Denver -- with previews to begin December 2, prior to an official opening December 7, at The 14th Street Theater (344 East 14th Street) in Manhattan.

'CELEBRATE ME HOME' With The Cast Of [title of show] NYCGMC's annual Holiday Spectacular is one of the most anticipated highlights of the holiday season in New York City. This year, with "Celebrate Me Home," NYCGMC gathers with friends and family to share the holiday spirit, while continuing its steadfast efforts to celebrate the LGBT community through song. Hop a sleigh ride around the world as NYCGMC offers a program including carols from the Basque country, South Africa, Cuba and the Dominican Republic as well as traditional favorites like "Sleigh Ride," "Silent Night" and "Joy to the World." There will be laughter, tears and inspiring messages of hope. It's the most fabulous holiday party in town. 'CHICAGO' Offers Monthly 'TALKBACK TUESDAY' Series The Broadway company of CHICAGO is pleased to announce details for the December "Talkback Tuesdays," a new monthly series offering a post-show discussion and audience Q&A session with members of the Broadway company of the record-breaking hit musical. 'ELECTRA' In Concert At The New York Philharmonic When her mother and her mother's lover devise the murder of her beloved father, only one thing can ease Elektra's pain and sorrow... Revenge. Come experience this twisted tale of passion and revenue in Elektra - one of the most sensational operas - starring the virtuosic New York Philharmonic and an acclaimed cast. 'VAGABOND' At Rrazz Room Spencer Day will preview new songs from his upcoming album, Vagabond, at the Rrazz Room, December 9th through the 14th. The show will spotlight Day's unique style of American contemporary music, a blend of jazz, blues, soul and folk with a touch of humor and pathos. Day's performance at the Rrazz Room will give music lovers a chance to hear these amazing songs before Vagabond's release next spring. 'WAKE UP WORLD' Big Christmas Show With Michael Musto Hang the mistletoe, spin the dreidel, and don your gay apparel: WAKE UP WORLD is back in NYC MONDAY NIGHT our BIG CHRISTMAS SHOW! 'Want The Change' Performed By 'Spring Awakening' Cast Past and present performers of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Spring Awakening come together for a one night only event MONDAY DECEMBER 8th at IRT (154 Christopher Street) with a performance (at 7pm & 10PM) of music inspired by the Rainer Maria Rilke poem Sonnets to Orpheus, Part Two, XII. Proceeds from the show will benefit the Actors Fund and IRT Theater's Artist In Residency program. In the spirit of the holiday season past and present, the Spring Awakening casts - both present and past - perform much of their favorite music. The theme of the show reflects the poem's tone of wanting the changes that come into our lives. The show will also feature a sneak peak into each cast member's Spring Awakening audition. Atlantic Presents McDonagh's THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director; Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director) and Druid will reteam in presenting Academy Award? winner and four-time Tony Award? nominee Martin McDonagh's play THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN, directed by Tony Award? winner Garry Hynes, following an acclaimed UK tour. BBC RADIO 2 Celebrates THE MUSIC OF DISNEY Sensational international artist JOSH GROBAN will serve as host for the upcoming concert BBC RADIO 2 CELEBRATES THE MUSIC OF DISNEY. Billy Porter Returns to Joe's Pub December 7 and 8 Billy Porter returns to Joe's Pub for an evening of song, featuring new American Broadway standards, gospel, and soulful originals. Classical Theater of Harlem Holds Anniversary Party The Classical Theatre of Harlem, a not-for-profit theatre dedicated to producing theatre that truly reflects the diversity of ideas and racial tapestry that is New York City, will hold a party celebrating their 10th Anniversary Season. Espinosa Appears In Benefit Concert at the Hudson Mainstage 12/8 A Benefit Concert will take place next Monday night, December 8th, at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre in Hollywood. The concert will benefit the Musical Theatre of Los Angeles. The event will feature selections from this past season of shows: Chicago (nominated for two Ovation Awards), The Last Five Years, Ragtime, West Side Story, plus Les Miserables. Eden Espinosa of Wicked will make a special appearance, singing a song from RENT. Fleming & Hampson Star In Met's 'Thais' Ren?e Fleming and Thomas Hampson star in the Met's first new production of Jules Massenet's richly melodic Tha?s in thirty years. The rarely performed opera opens at the Met on Monday, December 8, and runs through January 8, with the December 20 matinee transmitted live worldwide as part of The Met: Live in HD series. "Fleming and Hampson made a heavenly match," Chicago Sun-Times critic Wynne Delacoma wrote when this production, which comes from the Lyric Opera of Chicago, opened there in 2002. GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION Throughout the years, the GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION has become one of the hottest and most anticipated tickets of the fall season. GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION Throughout the years, the GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION has become one of the hottest and most anticipated tickets of the fall season. Manhattan Theater Source Presents Five Holiday Shows MANHATTAN THEATRE SOURCE PRESENTS FIVE HOLIDAY SHOWS DECEMBER 8 ? 28, 2008 Manhattan Theatre Source (James Lawson, Artistic Director) announced its holiday line-up today. The theatre will present work by Mac Rogers (2007 FringeNYC Outstanding Playwrighting Award winner), Sharon Fogarty (Chicago City Limits Touring Company), Jason Grossman, Greg Oliver Bodine and Julie Perkins throughout December. Marissa Jaret Winokur Rejoins HAIRSPRAY The producers of the hit Broadway musical Hairspray have announced that Marissa Jaret Winokur will reprise her Tony Award-winning performance as Tracy Turnblad when she rejoins the cast Tuesday, December 9 through the final performance Sunday, January 4, 2009 at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre. Second City Opens 'The Second City That Never Sleeps' 12/9-12/10 The Second City is proud to announce the 7th annual event: "The Second City That Never Sleeps: Letters to Santa" - 24 consecutive hours of improvisation by Second City performers featuring a variety of special guest artists - a tradition that provides presents for needy children during the holiday season. The show will begin on Tuesday, December 9th at 9pm and will conclude on Wednesday, December 10th at 9pm with a special performance by Wilco's Jeff Tweedy at The Second City e.t.c. (1608 North Wells in Piper's Alley). The Public Welcomes Mandy Patinkin In Concert Series 12/8 The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) welcomes Tony Award-winning actor and singer Mandy Patinkin back to The Public for a two-week concert series in the Anspacher Theater in honor of the 20th Anniversary of his first concert at The Public. For the first time, Patinkin will present three of his most popular concerts, Mamaloshen, Celebrating Sondheim, and Dress Casual, in repertory with Paul Ford on piano, December 8 through December 21. All profits from Patinkin's concerts go to The Public Theater just as they did 20 years ago when he first performed here. Tickets for this limited engagement are available by calling (212) 967-7555 or visiting www.publictheater.org. The Wonder Pets in SAVE THE NUTCRACKER! Premiers Infused with the familiar music of Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker," Nickelodeon presents a contemporary twist on the holiday classic in the new The Wonder Pets! prime-time special, "Save the Nutcracker!," premiering Monday, Dec. 8, 8:00 - 8:30 p.m. (ET/PT). Touring Cast of PHANTOM & Deborah Gibson Appear in Dec. 8 Charity Cabaret Cast members from the touring cast of the long-running Broadway musical, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, are presenting a one night only, holiday-themed benefit to raise funds for The Richmond/Ermet AIDS Foundation and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

'CELEBRATE ME HOME' With The Cast Of [title of show] NYCGMC's annual Holiday Spectacular is one of the most anticipated highlights of the holiday season in New York City. This year, with "Celebrate Me Home," NYCGMC gathers with friends and family to share the holiday spirit, while continuing its steadfast efforts to celebrate the LGBT community through song. Hop a sleigh ride around the world as NYCGMC offers a program including carols from the Basque country, South Africa, Cuba and the Dominican Republic as well as traditional favorites like "Sleigh Ride," "Silent Night" and "Joy to the World." There will be laughter, tears and inspiring messages of hope. It's the most fabulous holiday party in town. 'CHICAGO' Offers Monthly 'TALKBACK TUESDAY' Series The Broadway company of CHICAGO is pleased to announce details for the December "Talkback Tuesdays," a new monthly series offering a post-show discussion and audience Q&A session with members of the Broadway company of the record-breaking hit musical. 'ELECTRA' In Concert At The New York Philharmonic When her mother and her mother's lover devise the murder of her beloved father, only one thing can ease Elektra's pain and sorrow... Revenge. Come experience this twisted tale of passion and revenue in Elektra - one of the most sensational operas - starring the virtuosic New York Philharmonic and an acclaimed cast. 'VAGABOND' At Rrazz Room Spencer Day will preview new songs from his upcoming album, Vagabond, at the Rrazz Room, December 9th through the 14th. The show will spotlight Day's unique style of American contemporary music, a blend of jazz, blues, soul and folk with a touch of humor and pathos. Day's performance at the Rrazz Room will give music lovers a chance to hear these amazing songs before Vagabond's release next spring. Atlantic Presents McDonagh's THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN Atlantic Theater Company (Neil Pepe, Artistic Director; Jeffory Lawson, Managing Director) and Druid will reteam in presenting Academy Award? winner and four-time Tony Award? nominee Martin McDonagh's play THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN, directed by Tony Award? winner Garry Hynes, following an acclaimed UK tour. GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION Throughout the years, the GYPSY OF THE YEAR COMPETITION has become one of the hottest and most anticipated tickets of the fall season. Joan Rivers Brings Her Stand Up Back to New York at the Cutting Room For Charity JOAN RIVERS brings her stand up act back to New York on Election Day November 4 at The Cutting Room. She will perform there through December 17. Leiber and Stoller's SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE Weddington Street Productions in association with Corky Hale Productions presents Leiber and Stoller's award winning musical Smokey Joe's Café with an all star cast and orchestra on the Mainstage of the historic El Portal in North Hollywood (NoHo). The show previews on Dec. 10,11,12 with a gala premiere opening on Saturday, December 13. Marissa Jaret Winokur Rejoins HAIRSPRAY The producers of the hit Broadway musical Hairspray have announced that Marissa Jaret Winokur will reprise her Tony Award-winning performance as Tracy Turnblad when she rejoins the cast Tuesday, December 9 through the final performance Sunday, January 4, 2009 at Broadway's Neil Simon Theatre. Second City Opens 'The Second City That Never Sleeps' 12/9-12/10 The Second City is proud to announce the 7th annual event: "The Second City That Never Sleeps: Letters to Santa" - 24 consecutive hours of improvisation by Second City performers featuring a variety of special guest artists - a tradition that provides presents for needy children during the holiday season. The show will begin on Tuesday, December 9th at 9pm and will conclude on Wednesday, December 10th at 9pm with a special performance by Wilco's Jeff Tweedy at The Second City e.t.c. (1608 North Wells in Piper's Alley). Second City Opens 'The Second City That Never Sleeps' 12/9-12/10 The Second City is proud to announce the 7th annual event: "The Second City That Never Sleeps: Letters to Santa" - 24 consecutive hours of improvisation by Second City performers featuring a variety of special guest artists - a tradition that provides presents for needy children during the holiday season. The show will begin on Tuesday, December 9th at 9pm and will conclude on Wednesday, December 10th at 9pm with a special performance by Wilco's Jeff Tweedy at The Second City e.t.c. (1608 North Wells in Piper's Alley). Urban Stages Presents The World Premiere Of 'REWRITE' Frances Hill, Founder/Artistic Director Lauren Schmiedel, Managing Director in association with Sara Katz presents Larson & Kleban Award Winning Composer JOE ICONIS' World Premiere of ReWrite; a musical comedy triple feature, directed by John Simpkins. Urban Stages Presents The World Premiere Of 'REWRITE' Frances Hill, Founder/Artistic Director Lauren Schmiedel, Managing Director in association with Sara Katz presents Larson & Kleban Award Winning Composer JOE ICONIS' World Premiere of ReWrite; a musical comedy triple feature, directed by John Simpkins.

Stritch Returns to NBC's '30 Rock' 12/11 Elaine Stritch won Emmy Award as an Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for her role as Colleen Donaghy in the NBC sitcom "30 Rock." She returns to the role on 12/11 for the show's special Christmas episode. 'PUCELANDIA- a Pusical, Musical Holiday Show' Opens Turtle Shell Productions is pleased to announce the world premiere of the new musical "Pucelandia - a Pusical, Musical Holiday Show," by the award-winning team of Sheldon Gartner and Fran Handman, who have written and composed a lively, tuneful musical comedy score, directed by John W. Cooper, at The Shell Theater (300 W. 43 rd Street. 4th Floor). 'THE FRANKOPHILE' Opens Under St Marks On 12/11 The Frankophile by Melissa Gawlowski Directed by Michael Page The story follows Alceste, the infamous misanthrope, who left his place in Moli?re's play in search of a world up to his standards. After four centuries of refusing change and running from play to play, he is confronted by Moli?re, returned from the dead and hell-bent on rewriting him entirely. Faced with the deadline of his life, Alceste must swallow his pride, face his past, and discover whether even stock characters have the power to change. Bond and Woodruff Team Up for CHAIR, Opening 12/11 at The Duke Acclaimed British playwright Edward Bond, will reunite with acclaimed American director Robert Woodruff for Theatre for a New Audience's New York premiere production of Mr. Bond's Chair featuring Stephanie Roth Haberle beginning previews Friday, December 5, at 8:00pm for an opening Wednesday, December 11, at 8:00pm for a run through December 28 at The Duke on 42nd Street, a New 42nd Street® project, 229 West 42nd Street. Bristol Riverside Theater Opens 'WINTER MUSICALE' Bristol Riverside Theatre celebrates the holiday season with its Winter Musicale from December 11 - 21, 2008. Conceived and directed by Artistic Director Keith Baker, this BRT tradition for the entire family features an evening of traditional carols, popular classics, contemporary arrangements and even original songs, such as "Do You Hear What I Hear," "Merry Christmas Baby," "Go Tell It On the Mountain," "Baby, It's Cold Outside," "The Little Drummer Boy," and "12 Days of Christmas." Jeremy Schonfeld At Boston Univ. For 'BU ON BROADWAY' 12/11 Acclaimed New York based singer/songwriter Jeremy Schonfeld will take the stage at Boston University's GSU Conference Auditorium on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 8:00pm in collaboration with Boston University's premiere musical theatre group, BU on Broadway. With music from 37 Notebooks, Drift, and other upcoming projects, the solo piano concert features special guest Amy Spanger. The concert will also feature students from BU On Broadway who auditioned for the concert via YouTube, who will collaborate with Schonfeld and Spanger to perform material in the end-of-the-semester concert. Joan Rivers Brings Her Stand Up Back to New York at the Cutting Room For Charity JOAN RIVERS brings her stand up act back to New York on Election Day November 4 at The Cutting Room. She will perform there through December 17. Leiber and Stoller's SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE Weddington Street Productions in association with Corky Hale Productions presents Leiber and Stoller's award winning musical Smokey Joe's Café with an all star cast and orchestra on the Mainstage of the historic El Portal in North Hollywood (NoHo). The show previews on Dec. 10,11,12 with a gala premiere opening on Saturday, December 13. New Jersey Rep to Present 'Cupid and Psyche' Dec. 11 - Jan. 18 The New Jersey Repertory Company located at 179 Broadway in Long Branch is proud to present the New Jersey premiere of the delightful musical comedy, Cupid and Psyche, book and lyrics by Sean Hartley, music by Jihwan Kim, December 11, 2008 thru January 18, 2009. Ron Severdia Performs One-Man A CHRISTMAS CAROL; Opens Dec. 11 Mill Valley actor Ron Severdia was undaunted the first time he presented the premiere of his solo adaptation of A Christmas Carol in 2006 and again in 2007 when he performed his one-man show in Europe. Second City Opens 'The Second City That Never Sleeps' 12/9-12/10 The Second City is proud to announce the 7th annual event: "The Second City That Never Sleeps: Letters to Santa" - 24 consecutive hours of improvisation by Second City performers featuring a variety of special guest artists - a tradition that provides presents for needy children during the holiday season. The show will begin on Tuesday, December 9th at 9pm and will conclude on Wednesday, December 10th at 9pm with a special performance by Wilco's Jeff Tweedy at The Second City e.t.c. (1608 North Wells in Piper's Alley). Sha Na Na Presents 'The Sha Na Na Christmas Show' What is more Americana than SHA NA NA? How about THE SHA NA NA CHRISTMAS SHOW, which will be presented for four performances only at The Times Square Arts Center in New York City on Thursday and Friday, December 11 and 12, at 7:30 PM and 10:00 PM on both nights. Urban Stages Presents The World Premiere Of 'REWRITE' Frances Hill, Founder/Artistic Director Lauren Schmiedel, Managing Director in association with Sara Katz presents Larson & Kleban Award Winning Composer JOE ICONIS' World Premiere of ReWrite; a musical comedy triple feature, directed by John Simpkins. Urban Stages Presents The World Premiere Of 'REWRITE' Frances Hill, Founder/Artistic Director Lauren Schmiedel, Managing Director in association with Sara Katz presents Larson & Kleban Award Winning Composer JOE ICONIS' World Premiere of ReWrite; a musical comedy triple feature, directed by John Simpkins.

Stritch Returns to NBC's '30 Rock' 12/11 Elaine Stritch won Emmy Award as an Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series for her role as Colleen Donaghy in the NBC sitcom "30 Rock." She returns to the role on 12/11 for the show's special Christmas episode. 'Inside Private Lives' Extends at Fremont Through 12/12 In response to overwhelming demand, INSIDE PRIVATE LIVES, the interactive theatrical experience where audiences go behind the headlines into the private lives of very public personas, has extended its run at the Fremont Centre Theatre in South Pasadena through December 14. The production was LA Weekly "Pick of the Week" in 2007 and "Pick of the Fringe" at the 2007 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. 'PUCELANDIA- a Pusical, Musical Holiday Show' Opens Turtle Shell Productions is pleased to announce the world premiere of the new musical "Pucelandia - a Pusical, Musical Holiday Show," by the award-winning team of Sheldon Gartner and Fran Handman, who have written and composed a lively, tuneful musical comedy score, directed by John W. Cooper, at The Shell Theater (300 W. 43 rd Street. 4th Floor). 'THE FRANKOPHILE' Opens Under St Marks On 12/11 The Frankophile by Melissa Gawlowski Directed by Michael Page The story follows Alceste, the infamous misanthrope, who left his place in Moli?re's play in search of a world up to his standards. After four centuries of refusing change and running from play to play, he is confronted by Moli?re, returned from the dead and hell-bent on rewriting him entirely. Faced with the deadline of his life, Alceste must swallow his pride, face his past, and discover whether even stock characters have the power to change. Bond and Woodruff Team Up for CHAIR, Opening 12/11 at The Duke Acclaimed British playwright Edward Bond, will reunite with acclaimed American director Robert Woodruff for Theatre for a New Audience's New York premiere production of Mr. Bond's Chair featuring Stephanie Roth Haberle beginning previews Friday, December 5, at 8:00pm for an opening Wednesday, December 11, at 8:00pm for a run through December 28 at The Duke on 42nd Street, a New 42nd Street® project, 229 West 42nd Street. Bristol Riverside Theater Opens 'WINTER MUSICALE' Bristol Riverside Theatre celebrates the holiday season with its Winter Musicale from December 11 - 21, 2008. Conceived and directed by Artistic Director Keith Baker, this BRT tradition for the entire family features an evening of traditional carols, popular classics, contemporary arrangements and even original songs, such as "Do You Hear What I Hear," "Merry Christmas Baby," "Go Tell It On the Mountain," "Baby, It's Cold Outside," "The Little Drummer Boy," and "12 Days of Christmas." Christmas Revels Present 'THE KING AND THE FOOL' The Christmas Revels present A Theatrical Celebration of the Winter Solstice, featuring special guest artist - Geoff Hoyle, and directed by David Parr. Flea Theater Presents World Premiere of A. R. Gurney's A LIGHT LUNCH The Flea Theater will present the World Premiere of A LIGHT LUNCH by A.R. Gurney, beginning previews December 12. The production, directed by Flea Artistic Director Jim Simpson, marks the fifth collaboration between Gurney and The Flea. A LIGHT LUNCH was written expressly for The Bats, The Flea's resident company of emerging actors. Opening night is slated for Friday, December 19. Jeremy Schonfeld At Boston Univ. For 'BU ON BROADWAY' 12/11 Acclaimed New York based singer/songwriter Jeremy Schonfeld will take the stage at Boston University's GSU Conference Auditorium on Thursday, December 11, 2008 at 8:00pm in collaboration with Boston University's premiere musical theatre group, BU on Broadway. With music from 37 Notebooks, Drift, and other upcoming projects, the solo piano concert features special guest Amy Spanger. The concert will also feature students from BU On Broadway who auditioned for the concert via YouTube, who will collaborate with Schonfeld and Spanger to perform material in the end-of-the-semester concert. Kef Productions Announces 'Artists Rising' Line-up for Performances 12/12-13 kef productions is thrilled to announce the line up of composers, lyricists and performers whose work will be presented in ARTISTS RISING on Friday, December 12th and Saturday, December 13th (both shows at 8:00 PM) in the Lion Theatre at Theatre Row, 410 West 42nd Street. Tickets are $18.00 and available at www.ticketcentral.com. New Jersey Rep to Present 'Cupid and Psyche' Dec. 11 - Jan. 18 The New Jersey Repertory Company located at 179 Broadway in Long Branch is proud to present the New Jersey premiere of the delightful musical comedy, Cupid and Psyche, book and lyrics by Sean Hartley, music by Jihwan Kim, December 11, 2008 thru January 18, 2009. No. 11 Presents 'Claire And The Ornithological Shadow' No. 11 Productions presents Claire and the Ornithological Shadow at The Bushwick Starr 207 Starr Street Brooklyn, NY December 12, 13, 19, 20 at 8pm. December 14 at 2pm. Tickets: $11. Cash only. For reservations email no.11productions@gmail.com Ron Severdia Performs One-Man A CHRISTMAS CAROL; Opens Dec. 11 Mill Valley actor Ron Severdia was undaunted the first time he presented the premiere of his solo adaptation of A Christmas Carol in 2006 and again in 2007 when he performed his one-man show in Europe. Sha Na Na Presents 'The Sha Na Na Christmas Show' What is more Americana than SHA NA NA? How about THE SHA NA NA CHRISTMAS SHOW, which will be presented for four performances only at The Times Square Arts Center in New York City on Thursday and Friday, December 11 and 12, at 7:30 PM and 10:00 PM on both nights. Sha Na Na Presents 'The Sha Na Na Christmas Show' What is more Americana than SHA NA NA? How about THE SHA NA NA CHRISTMAS SHOW, which will be presented for four performances only at The Times Square Arts Center in New York City on Thursday and Friday, December 11 and 12, at 7:30 PM and 10:00 PM on both nights. Theatre Royal Drury Lane's OLIVER! Cameron Mackintosh announces final casting for his new production of Lionel Bart's musical masterpiece "OLIVER!" starring Rowan Atkinson as 'Fagin', Jodie Prenger as 'Nancy' and Burn Gorman as 'Bill Sikes' at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Performances commence on 12 December and the press night is on 14 January. Zanna, Don't! to Run December 5-12 NCTC is proud to announce the Bay Area premiere of Zanna, Don't!. Previews are December 5 - 12, opens on Saturday, December 13th, and runs through January 18, 2009: Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm.

'ELECTRA' In Concert At The New York Philharmonic When her mother and her mother's lover devise the murder of her beloved father, only one thing can ease Elektra's pain and sorrow... Revenge. Come experience this twisted tale of passion and revenue in Elektra - one of the most sensational operas - starring the virtuosic New York Philharmonic and an acclaimed cast. 'Inside Private Lives' Extends at Fremont Through 12/12 In response to overwhelming demand, INSIDE PRIVATE LIVES, the interactive theatrical experience where audiences go behind the headlines into the private lives of very public personas, has extended its run at the Fremont Centre Theatre in South Pasadena through December 14. The production was LA Weekly "Pick of the Week" in 2007 and "Pick of the Fringe" at the 2007 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Attend A Conversation With Playwright John Guare 12/13 American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) continues its 2008-09 season Koret Visiting Artist Series with a conversation with leading American playwright John Guare, author of Six Degrees of Separation, The House of Blue Leaves and A.C.T.'s upcoming Rich & Famous. Guare will talk about four decades in the American theater and his new version of Rich and Famous that includes significant rewrites in preparation for the show's first revival since 1976. A.C.T. Dramaturg and Director of Humanities Michael Paller moderates. The conversation will be followed by a Q&A session with the audience. The event is free and open to the public and takes place on the A.C.T. stage on Saturday, December 13, 2009, at 10 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made by visiting www.act-sf.org/koret or by calling 415.749.2ACT. Chartwell Booksellers 'HOLIDAY TEA AT THREE' To celebrate its 25th Anniversary as an independent bookstore, Chartwell Booksellers is delighted to announce the return of free music, dancing and refreshment at HOLIDAY TEA AT THREE for one afternoon only, December 13 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Chartwell Booksellers in the Park Avenue Plaza building, 55 East 52nd Street, between Park and Madison Avenues with music by Vince Giordano's Nighthawks. Admission is free. For more information, call (212) 308-0688. Christmas Revels Present 'THE KING AND THE FOOL' The Christmas Revels present A Theatrical Celebration of the Winter Solstice, featuring special guest artist - Geoff Hoyle, and directed by David Parr. Culture Connection Presents ROAR 12/4-12/13 Presented by Culture Connection Theater, ROAR is a story about family, pain, personal sacrifice and the need for emotional fulfillment. Directed by Elaine Molinaro, the play will be performed from December 4-13 at Where Eagles Dare Studios, located at 347 West 36th Street. Ms. Shamieh will be doing a talk-back after the performance on Sunday, December 7th. Elephant Larry Presents THE DUMP - An All-New Sketch Show Elephant Larry, New York's critically-acclaimed sketch comedy group, is proud to announce the premiere of their all-new sketch comedy show, "Elephant Larry Presents The Dump," which will run for three performances ONLY. The show will run Saturdays at 7:00 PM: December 6, 13, 20; at The PIT, 154 W. 29th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues). Flea Theater Presents World Premiere of A. R. Gurney's A LIGHT LUNCH The Flea Theater will present the World Premiere of A LIGHT LUNCH by A.R. Gurney, beginning previews December 12. The production, directed by Flea Artistic Director Jim Simpson, marks the fifth collaboration between Gurney and The Flea. A LIGHT LUNCH was written expressly for The Bats, The Flea's resident company of emerging actors. Opening night is slated for Friday, December 19. Kef Productions Announces 'Artists Rising' Line-up for Performances 12/12-13 kef productions is thrilled to announce the line up of composers, lyricists and performers whose work will be presented in ARTISTS RISING on Friday, December 12th and Saturday, December 13th (both shows at 8:00 PM) in the Lion Theatre at Theatre Row, 410 West 42nd Street. Tickets are $18.00 and available at www.ticketcentral.com. Kef Productions Announces 'Artists Rising' Line-up for Performances 12/12-13 kef productions is thrilled to announce the line up of composers, lyricists and performers whose work will be presented in ARTISTS RISING on Friday, December 12th and Saturday, December 13th (both shows at 8:00 PM) in the Lion Theatre at Theatre Row, 410 West 42nd Street. Tickets are $18.00 and available at www.ticketcentral.com. Leiber and Stoller's SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE Weddington Street Productions in association with Corky Hale Productions presents Leiber and Stoller's award winning musical Smokey Joe's Café with an all star cast and orchestra on the Mainstage of the historic El Portal in North Hollywood (NoHo). The show previews on Dec. 10,11,12 with a gala premiere opening on Saturday, December 13. No. 11 Presents 'Claire And The Ornithological Shadow' No. 11 Productions presents Claire and the Ornithological Shadow at The Bushwick Starr 207 Starr Street Brooklyn, NY December 12, 13, 19, 20 at 8pm. December 14 at 2pm. Tickets: $11. Cash only. For reservations email no.11productions@gmail.com Sha Na Na Presents 'The Sha Na Na Christmas Show' What is more Americana than SHA NA NA? How about THE SHA NA NA CHRISTMAS SHOW, which will be presented for four performances only at The Times Square Arts Center in New York City on Thursday and Friday, December 11 and 12, at 7:30 PM and 10:00 PM on both nights. SNOWFLAKE'S TIM'S BIG HOLIDAY ADVENTURE Opens 12/13 Chicago's Lifeline Theatre KidSeries presents the perennial favorite SNOWFLAKE'S TIM'S BIG HOLIDAY ADVENTURE, by Lifeline ensemble member Christina Calvit, and directed by Lifeline Artistic Director Dorothy Milne. SNOWFLAKE'S TIM'S BIG HOLIDAY ADVENTURE opens December 13, 2008, and closes January 4, 2009. Stanek Stars in Skyline's 'It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play' Skyline Theatre Company is bringing Broadway to Bergen County this holiday season with Jim Stanek starring in their benefit staging of It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play, Saturday December 13th, 7:30pm at the Hermitage's Jaqua Hall, 335 N. Franklin Turnpike in Ho-Ho-Kus. Theatre Royal Drury Lane's OLIVER! Cameron Mackintosh announces final casting for his new production of Lionel Bart's musical masterpiece "OLIVER!" starring Rowan Atkinson as 'Fagin', Jodie Prenger as 'Nancy' and Burn Gorman as 'Bill Sikes' at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Performances commence on 12 December and the press night is on 14 January. Village Theater Presents 'THE VELVETEEN RABBIT' 12/13 Village Theatre Pied Piper presents the enchanting holiday production, The Velveteen Rabbit, produced by Enchantment Theatre Company. The classic book, The Velveteen Rabbit, comes to life through this new musical version of the tale using puppets, masked actors, and magic. With a backdrop of beautiful scenery, there is an original score by Grammy and Tony Award-winning composer Don Sebesky and award-winning lyricist Gloria Nissenson that makes this imaginative production a delightfully new experience in family entertainment. Zanna, Don't! to Run December 5-12 NCTC is proud to announce the Bay Area premiere of Zanna, Don't!. Previews are December 5 - 12, opens on Saturday, December 13th, and runs through January 18, 2009: Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm.