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Oscar Nominee Michael Shannon to Lead Theatre for a New Audience's THE KILLER, Begin. 5/17
by Tyler Peterson - Apr 29, 2014


Academy Award nominee Michael Shannon (Revolutionary Road) plays Berenger in Eugene Ionesco's The Killer in a production that also features Kristine Nielsen, Paul Sparks and Robert Stanton. The Killer is newly translated by Michael Feingold and is directed by Darko Tresnjak (A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder).

The Players Club of Swarthmore Stages ARMS AND THE MAN, Now thru 1/25
by BWW News Desk - Jan 10, 2014


To chase those post holiday blues, The Players Club of Swarthmore will offer the classic comedy Arms & The Man on their Mainstage from today, January 10th thru January 25th, 2014.

The Players Club of Swarthmore to Stage ARMS AND THE MAN, 1/10-25
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2013


To chase those post holiday blues, The Players Club of Swarthmore will offer the classic comedy Arms & The Man on their Mainstage from January 10th thru January 25th, 2014.

Jazz Memorial for Carline Ray to Be Held at Saint Peter's Church Today
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2013


A Carline Ray Jazz Memorial and Celebration of Life will take place at Saint Peter's Church, NYC today, Monday November 18, 2013 at 7pm.

The Amoralists to Offer $13 'Friday the 13th' Tickets to THE CHEATERS CLUB, 9/13
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 11, 2013


The Amoralists are offering $13 'Friday the 13th' discount tickets on September 13 to The Cheaters Club, written and directed by Amoralists co-founder and resident playwright Derek Ahonen. This world premiere features a cast of 26 actors in a Southern-sized Savannah ghost story that creeps out of the shadows. $13 discount tickets, which include a post-show, behind-the-scenes tour of the elaborate set, can be purchased by using the promotional code of "FridayThe13th" at theamoralists.com or by calling 866.811.4111. Performances of The Cheaters Club take place at the Abrons Arts Center. The running time is 150 minutes with one intermission. Abrons Arts Center is located at 466 Grand Street at Pitt Street.

Photo Flash: The Amoralists Celebrate THE CHEATERS CLUB Opening Night
by BWW News Desk - Aug 28, 2013


The Amoralists are concluding the "Summer of The Amoralists" with The Cheaters Club, written and directed by Amoralists co-founder and resident playwright Derek Ahonen. This world premiere features a cast of 26 actors in a Southern-sized Savannah ghost story that creeps out of the shadows. The production follows the Company's critically acclaimed staging of Mark Roberts' Rantoul and Die. Scroll down for photos from opening night, last night, August 27!

The Amoralists Premiere Derek Ahonen's THE CHEATERS CLUB, Now thru 9/21
by BWW News Desk - Aug 17, 2013


The Amoralists are concluding the 'Summer of The Amoralists' with The Cheaters Club, written and directed by Amoralists co-founder and resident playwright Derek Ahonen. This world premiere features a cast of 26 actors in a Southern-sized Savannah ghost story that creeps out of the shadows. The production follows the Company's critically acclaimed staging of Mark Roberts' Rantoul and Die.

The Amoralists to Premiere Derek Ahonen's THE CHEATERS CLUB, 8/17-9/21
by BWW News Desk - Jul 19, 2013


The Amoralists are concluding the 'Summer of The Amoralists' with The Cheaters Club, written and directed by Amoralists co-founder and resident playwright Derek Ahonen. This world premiere features a cast of 26 actors in a Southern-sized Savannah ghost story that creeps out of the shadows. The production follows the Company's critically acclaimed staging of Mark Roberts' Rantoul and Die.

Laura Osnes, William Finn and More Set for THE MOST CHRISTMASSY CHRISTMAS MORNING at the Laurie Beechman, 12/19
by Kelsey Denette - Dec 14, 2012


The Most Christmassy Christmas Morning, a Christmas Benefit with tunes by Sam Salmond, Jenny Stafford, Alana Jacoby, will be presented on Wednesday, December 19 at The Laurie Beechman Theatre. Show time is 9:30pm. All proceeds will go to TOYS FOR TOTS.

The Amoralists Announce Derek Ahonen Talkback, 7/15
by Kelsey Denette - Jul 11, 2012


The Amoralists announced today that the group will be presenting a post-show talkback on Sunday, July 15 with playwright Derek Ahonen. Joe Meyers of the Connecticut Post will moderate the discussion, which follows the 2pm performance. The Amoralists are currently presenting the critically acclaimed World Premiere of Ahonen's The Bad and the Better, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin.

BAD AND THE BETTER to Feature Themed Nights in July
by Alyssa Holcomb - Jul 5, 2012


The Amoralists, currently presenting their critically acclaimed World Premiere of Derek Ahonen's THE BAD AND THE BETTER directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin, are announcing a series of themed events starting tonight in line with the group's wild and raucous aesthetic. The group invites audience members to partake in both pre and post show hijinks with the cast and crew during their upcoming Ice Luge Thirsty Thursdays, Mustache Mondays, Takeover Twosday and Moretti Matinees.

Photo Flash: The Amoralists' THE BAD AND THE BETTER Portraits
by BWW News Desk - Jul 3, 2012


The Amoralists are currently presenting the World Premiere of The Bad and the Better, written by Derek Ahonen, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin and featuring The Amoralists acting ensemble. The acclaimed downtown theater company moved uptown for this six-week Off-Broadway run that began on June 14, and continues through July 21 at The Peter Jay Sharp Theater, located at 416 West 42 Street between 9 and 10 Avenues in New York City. The show officially opened on June 19. Check out a series of portraits of the 26-member cast below!

Photo Flash: Opening Night at The Amoralists' THE BAD AND THE BETTER!
by BWW News Desk - Jun 25, 2012


The Amoralists are currently presenting the World Premiere of The Bad and the Better, written by Derek Ahonen, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin and featuring The Amoralists acting ensemble. The acclaimed downtown theater company moved uptown for this six-week Off-Broadway run that began on June 14, and continues through July 21 at The Peter Jay Sharp Theater, located at 416 West 42 Street between 9 and 10 Avenues in New York City. The show officially opened on June 19. Check out photos from opening night below!

Photo Flash: The Amoralists' THE BAD AND THE BETTER Begins Previews Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Jun 15, 2012


The Amoralists present the World Premiere of The Bad and the Better, written by Derek Ahonen, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin and featuring The Amoralists acting ensemble. The acclaimed downtown theater company moves uptown for a 6-week Off-Broadway run from June 14 - July 21, 2012 at The Peter Jay Sharp Theater, located at 416 West 42 Street between 9 and 10 Avenues in New York City. Previews began June 14 for a June 19 opening. Check out photos from the production below!

The Amoralists Present THE BAD AND THE BETTER for 6-Week Run at Peter Jay Sharp Theater, Now thru 7/21
by BWW News Desk - Jun 14, 2012


The Amoralists present the World Premiere of The Bad and the Better, written by Derek Ahonen, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin and featuring The Amoralists acting ensemble. The acclaimed downtown theater company moves uptown for a 6-week Off-Broadway run from tonight, June 14 - July 21, 2012 at The Peter Jay Sharp Theater, located at 416 West 42 Street between 9 and 10 Avenues in New York City. Previews begin tonight, June 14 for a June 19 opening.

Photo Flash: First Look at The Amoralists' THE BAD AND THE BETTER World Premiere
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2012


The Amoralists present the World Premiere of The Bad and the Better, written by Derek Ahonen, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin and featuring The Amoralists acting ensemble. The acclaimed downtown theater company moves uptown for a 6-week Off-Broadway run from June 14 - July 21, 2012 at The Peter Jay Sharp Theater, located at 416 West 42 Street between 9 and 10 Avenues in New York City. Previews begin June 14 for a June 19 opening. See photos of the cast below!

The Amoralists Announce World Premiere of THE BAD AND THE BETTER Directed by Daniel Aukin for 6/14 - 7/21
by James T Harding - May 17, 2012


The Amoralists have announced the World Premiere of The Bad and the Better, written by Derek Ahonen, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin and featuring The Amoralists acting ensemble. The acclaimed downtown theater company moves uptown for a 6-week Off-Broadway run from June 14 - July 21, 2012 at The Peter Jay Sharp Theater, located at 416 West 42 Street between 9 and 10 Avenues in New York City. Previews begin June 14 for a June 19 opening.

The Amoralists’ THE BAD AND THE BETTER Tickets On Sale Now
by Kelsey Denette - May 3, 2012


Tickets are now on sale for The Amoralists' World Premiere of The Bad and the Better, written by Derek Ahonen, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin and featuring The Amoralists acting ensemble. Priced at $49.95, tickets can be purchased online at https://www.TicketCentral.com or by calling 212-279-4200.

The Amoralists to Present THE BAD AND THE BETTER for 6-Week Run at the Peter Jay Sharp Theater
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 18, 2012


The Amoralists will present the World Premiere of The Bad and the Better, written by Derek Ahonen, directed by Obie Award winner Daniel Aukin and featuring The Amoralists acting ensemble. The acclaimed downtown theater company moves uptown for a 6-week Off-Broadway run from June 14 - July 21, 2012 at The Peter Jay Sharp Theater, located at 416 West 42 Street between 9 and 10 Avenues in New York City. Previews begin June 14 for a June 19 opening.

Barnstormers Theater Opens AN ANGEL IN THE PARK, 3/23
by BWW News Desk - Mar 23, 2012


The Barnstormers Theater opens Friday with An Angel in the Park written and directed by R. Bruce Warren. This 'feel good original comedy' features four separate visits to Bench Number 14 in the park. It's a family friendly show at The Barnstormers just in time for the springtime.

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