Ed Simon News

The Cell Theatre presents SOLO @ the cell, a special solo performance series playing right in the heart of Chelsea for the month of October. Under the direction of Founding Artistic Director Nancy Manocherian and Artistic Director Kira Simring, the cell celebrates the works of nine different NYC solo artists, all with varying backgrounds, featuring both original pieces and unique adaptations.

the cell presents SOLO @ the cell - special solo performance series playing right in the heart of Chelsea for the month of October. Under the direction of Founding Artistic Director Nancy Manocherian and Artistic Director Kira Simring, the cell celebrates the works of nine different NYC solo artists, all with varying backgrounds, featuring both original pieces and unique adaptations.

Introducing your season nine 'American Idol:' Lee Dewyze. In a battle between two tremendously talented contestants, DeWyze was able win America's votes and be crowned champion. After a tough set of performances last night, DeWyze was able to pull out the victory and what many considered an upset over runner up Crystal Bowersox. DeWyze was consistent throughout the season, giving great performance week after week and really honing his skills. DeWyze grew an incredible amount throughout the season and was able to turn himself into an 'American Idol.'

Introducing your season nine 'American Idol:' Lee DeWyze. In a battle between two tremendously talented contestants, DeWyze was able win America's votes and be crowned champion. After a tough set of performances last night, DeWyze was able to pull out the victory and what many considered an upset over runner up Crystal Bowersox. DeWyze was consistent throughout the season, giving great performance week after week and really honing his skills. DeWyze grew an incredible amount throughout the season and was able to turn himself into an 'American Idol.'

Now through May 9, The Rep will be presenting Route 66, an all-new production, featuring some of the most popular songs of the road. The cast includes Danny Calvert, Adam Estes, Zachary Dylan Robbins, and Justin Robinson. Performances are Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30PM, Fridays at 8PM, Saturdays at 4PM and 8PM, and Mondays at 2PM and 7PM. For tickets, visit: www.milwaukeerep.com.

In a recent interview with the Telegraph Online, Neil Simon revealed that, when writing the hit musical SWEET CHARITY, the ending changed several times before reaching the Broadway stage.

Sam Mendes will return to the theatre to direct a production of KING LEAR at the Royal National Theatre in 2012. The production will star Simon Russell Beale as King Lear.

Toronto's homegrown musical comedy hit, MY MOTHER'S LESBIAN JEWISH WICCAN WEDDING, will end its run April 11, 2010 at the Panasonic Theatre.

Toronto's homegrown musical comedy hit, MY MOTHER'S LESBIAN JEWISH WICCAN WEDDING, continues its love affair with audiences. The show has now been extended one more time, playing until April 4, 2010 at the Panasonic Theatre. Tickets for the new extension are now on sale.

Now through May 9, The Rep will be presenting Route 66, an all-new production, featuring some of the most popular songs of the road. The cast includes Danny Calvert, Adam Estes, Zachary Dylan Robbins, and Justin Robinson. Performances are Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30PM, Fridays at 8PM, Saturdays at 4PM and 8PM, and Mondays at 2PM and 7PM. For tickets, visit: www.milwaukeerep.com.

Toronto's homegrown musical comedy hit, MY MOTHER'S LESBIAN JEWISH WICCAN WEDDING, continues its love affair with audiences for one final week! The show has now been extended for the fifth and final time, playing until April 11, 2010 at the Panasonic Theatre. Tickets for the new extension are now on sale.

The Adam Rogers Quintet will end their run at the Iridium Jazz Club March 21st.

A native New Yorker, Adam Rogers is the guitarist of choice for an array of the greatest names and in jazz, pop and world music: Michael and Randy Brecker, Cassandra Wilson, Lizz Wright, Walter Becker ( of Steely Dan ), John Zorn, The Gil Evans Orchestra, The Mingus Orchestra, Norah Jones, Paul Simon, John Patitucci, Alana Davis, Ravi Coltrane, Brian Blade, Kenny Barron, Regina Carter, Giora Feidman and Simon Shaheen to name just a few.

A native New Yorker, Adam Rogers is the guitarist of choice for an array of the greatest names and in jazz, pop and world music: Michael and Randy Brecker, Cassandra Wilson, Lizz Wright, Walter Becker ( of Steely Dan ), John Zorn, The Gil Evans Orchestra, The Mingus Orchestra, Norah Jones, Paul Simon, John Patitucci, Alana Davis, Ravi Coltrane, Brian Blade, Kenny Barron, Regina Carter, Giora Feidman and Simon Shaheen to name just a few.

Starting tonight, March 18th, the Adam Rogers Quintet will play the Iridium Jazz Club until March 21st.

Toronto's homegrown musical comedy hit, MY MOTHER'S LESBIAN JEWISH WICCAN WEDDING, continues its love affair with audiences. The show has now been extended one more time, playing until April 4, 2010 at the Panasonic Theatre. Tickets for the new extension are now on sale.

Toronto's homegrown musical comedy hit, MY MOTHER'S LESBIAN JEWISH WICCAN WEDDING, will be offering free Commitment Ceremonies after each performance during the weekend of March 12, 13 & 14, 2010.

Toronto's 'heartwarming', 'charming' and 'infectious' new musical comedy, MY MOTHER'S LESBIAN JEWISH WICCAN WEDDING, returns from its winter break and resumes performances at the Panasonic Theatre, playing February 26 through March 21, 2010. Media night is Tuesday March 2, 8pm.

Toronto's 'heartwarming', 'charming' and 'infectious' new musical comedy, MY MOTHER'S LESBIAN JEWISH WICCAN WEDDING, returns from its winter break and resumes performances at the Panasonic Theatre, playing February 26 through March 21, 2010. Media night is Tuesday March 2, 8pm.

Miller Theatre at Columbia University welcomes the new year with two illuminating presentations: 'Cavalieri Lamentations' (Early Music series) and 'Bach and the Concerto' (Bach and the Baroque series) presented on January 23 and 30, respectively.