What Did You Expect? 2016 - Articles Page 17

Run Time:
1 hour and 45 minutes, with no intermission
Opened: September 16, 2016
Closing: October 09, 2016

What Did You Expect? - 2016 - History , Info & More

Public Theater [Luesther Hall]
425 Lafayette Street New York, NY

What Did You Expect? brings us back to the kitchen of the Gabriel family, with the country now in the midst of the general election for President. In the course of one evening in the house they grew up in, history (both theirs and our country's), money, politics, family, art and culture are chopped up and mixed together, while a meal is made around the kitchen table.


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What Did You Expect? - 2016 - Articles Page 17

BWW Interview: Rachel Landon and Alli Villines Talk SRO's SPEAKEASY
by Alexander Garza - Apr 1, 2016


Writer Rachel Landon and Actress Alli Villines discuss SRO's SPEAKEASY, an immersive theatre experience featuring popular 1920's era music, roaring dance numbers and a glimpse into the end of Prohibition. SPEAKEASY is about Texas, the female owner of a Chicago speakeasy club during the Prohibition era - and the various characters that frequent the club.

Investigation Discovery Announces New & Returning Programming at 2016 Upfront
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 31, 2016


Investigation Discovery (ID), America's leading mystery and suspense network and the #1 network for women 25-54 in cable season-to-date, today announced a powerful new slate of world premiere programming for the 2016-17 upfront season

BWW Interview: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET'S Evan Buckley Harris on Playing Johnny Cash and April 3 Shows at Warner Theatre
by Vanessa Michaud - Mar 28, 2016


On Sunday, April 3rd, Washington, D.C., Metro Area audiences will have a chance to be transported to a historical day in 1956 at Sun Record Studios in Memphis, Tennessee. MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET shows how four of the biggest names in music - Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley, and Carl Perkins - got together for the spontaneous jam session that was later hailed as one of the most influential moments in rock n' roll music history. Evan Buckley Harris, who plays Johnny Cash, took time out of his busy schedule to answer some questions for BroadwayWorld.com - Washington, DC about playing Johnny Cash and what audiences should expect.

BWW Review: ADELAIDE FRINGE 2016: #NOFILTER Is One Of The Most Incredible Pieces That You Will Ever See
by Barry Lenny - Mar 16, 2016


I see no reason why this should not tour overseas and, in fact, it should.

Review Roundup: THE ROBBER BRIDEGROOM
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 14, 2016


Let's see what the critics had to say...

The Public Extends Richard Nelson's HUNGRY
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 11, 2016


The Public Theater announced a final one-week extension today for HUNGRY, continuing Oskar Eustis' 10th Anniversary season. Play one, part of THE GABRIELS: Election Year in the Life of One Family, written and directed by Richard Nelson, HUNGRY officially opened on Friday, March 4 and has now been extended a final week through Sunday, April 3. Featuring the same core acting company for all three productions, the second play in the cycle, WHAT DID YOU EXPECT?, will premiere in September and the final play in the new cycle, WOMEN OF A CERTAIN AGE, will open on election night, November 8, 2016.

Photo Coverage: Opening Night Red Carpet for the Public Theater's HUNGRY
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 5, 2016


HUNGRY, the first play in the three-play cycle THE GABRIELS, opened last night at the Public Theater, and BroadwayWorld was there for the big opening! Check out photos from the red carpet here!

Richard Nelson's HUNGRY Opens Tonight at The Public
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2016


The Public Theater presents HUNGRY, now through Sunday, March 27, as part of Oskar Eustis' 10th Anniversary season. Play one, part of THE GABRIELS: Election Year in the Life of One Family, written and directed by Richard Nelson, HUNGRY officially opens tonight, March 4.

Photo Flash: First Look at Richard Nelson's HUNGRY at The Public Theater
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 3, 2016


HUNGRY is running at The Public through Sunday, March 27 and officially opens on the day it is set, Friday, March 4. Check out a first look below!

Roundhouse Sets The Last Word Festival 2016
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 2, 2016


Following the success of last year's THE LAST WORD festival, the Roundhouse announces a thrilling programme for its third season, presenting the best of spoken word, storytelling and live performance, from Tuesday 24 May - Saturday 18 June.

PRIDE & PREJUDICE, Judy Gold, Laura Osnes and More Set for This March at Feinstein's/54 Below
by BWW News Desk - Feb 29, 2016


This March, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. Scroll down for details!

BWW's Film Critic Live Blogs the 2016 Academy Awards
by Matt Tamanini - Feb 28, 2016


While they're no Tonys, THE ACADEMY AWARDS are kind of a big deal for showbiz folks. So, throughout the week, BroadwayWorld has been covering the 2016 Oscars from a decidedly theatre perspective, and tonight will be no different. Beginning at 7:00pm ET, one of the stars of the upcoming Broadway show NERDS THE MUSICAL, Patti Murin, will be live-blogging the Oscars' Red Carpet.

BWW Profile: DARIEN ARTS CENTER
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Feb 29, 2016


Shakespeare did this?

BWW Interview: From SPRING to PSYCHO- Jennifer Damiano Opens Up About Her Life on Broadway So Far!
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 27, 2016


She might be just 24 years old, but when it comes to bringing new musicals to Broadway, Jennifer Damiano is a pro.

BWW Review: END OF THE RAINBOW, Belgrade Theatre Coventry, February 23 2016
by Jenny Ell - Feb 24, 2016


Film and stage biopics surrounding the life of a celebrity hold particular intrigue for many people. They can be inherently risky due to the validity of the information being portrayed but ultimately, the general public want to gain an otherwise unforeseen insight into that person's life. Here with the legendary Judy Garland as the subject, she certainly provided a story worth telling. Sadly like most other biographies of its kind, End Of The Rainbow is essentially a tragedy which focuses on the final demise of Judy's personal health and relationships during what should have been her comeback in London in 1968.

BWW Review: NEXT TO NORMAL Stirs Emotions
by Marietta Lunceford - Feb 19, 2016


NEXT TO NORMAL is an exploration of grief and how it can pull you down to the depths of depression. Although not what you usually expect from Red Mountain Theatre Company, it is a timely and real look at mental illness. It is hard to know where to start in giving accolades to this talented cast and crew.

BWW Interview: Ashley Brown from THE SOUND OF MUSIC on Tour
by Kathy Strain - Feb 19, 2016


THE SOUND OF MUSIC is one of the most beloved and enjoyed musicals by the famed duo of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein. The music transcends the ages and brings together a marvelous story with rich music and lyrics.

BWW Interview: John Owen-Jones Is Trading in His Phantom Mask for a French Flag as LES MISERABLES' Final Valjean
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 20, 2016


Owen-Jones arrived in New York City earlier this week to begin the rehearsal process, and he checked in with BroadwayWorld to chat about his Broadway return. Check out the full interview below! 

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with the Cast of The Public's HUNGRY
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 18, 2016


HUNGRY is written and directed by Richard Nelson, and begins previews on Saturday, February 27, with an official press opening on Friday, March 4. Hungry was just extended one week through Sunday, March 27. Check out a first look at the cast in rehearsal below!

The Public Theater Extends Richard Nelson's HUNGRY
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 16, 2016


The Public Theater announced a one-week extension today for HUNGRY, through Sunday, March 27, part of Oskar Eustis' 10th Anniversary season. Play one, part of THE GABRIELS: Election Year in the Life of One Family, written and directed by Richard Nelson, HUNGRY begins previews on Saturday, February 27, with an official press opening on Friday, March 4. Featuring the same core acting company for all three productions, the second play in the cycle, WHAT DID YOU EXPECT?, will premiere in September and the final play in the new cycle, WOMEN OF A CERTAIN AGE, will open on election night, November 8, 2016.

COMIC-CON Musical Among Works Set for 2016 ASCAP Workshop with Stephen Schwartz
by BWW News Desk - Feb 16, 2016


Four exciting new original musical works -- Joe Schmoe Saves the World, Gold Mountain, Comic-Con the Musical and Legendale -- chosen from a record 146 submissions will be the focal point of The 2016 ASCAP Foundation Musical Theatre Workshop in Partnership with DreamWorks and The Wallis this week, Feb. 16 - 18, 2016. For the first time, the Workshop will be presented at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts and be open to the public.

BWW Interview: Jean-Christophe Maillot, Artistic Director of LES BALLETS DE MONTE-CARLO, Brings the Company to New York City Center in 2016
by Rose Marija - Feb 17, 2016


Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo Celebrates it's 30th Anniversary with Jean-Christophe Maillot's CINDERELLA, February 18th to 20th, 2016, at New York City Center. Here he talks about his training, his performing career, and his choreography.

BWW Exclusive: New Musicals at 54 Series - Jennifer Ashley Tepper Interviews Zack Zadek and Alex Pototsky About THE CRAZY ONES
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Feb 9, 2016


New Musicals at 54 is a series produced by Feinstein's/ 54 Below Programming Director Jennifer Ashley Tepper. Some of the 10 new and diverse musicals by a selection of today's most talented writers have had out-of-town productions, some have had workshops... now's your chance to be first to see them in NYC! Join us at New Musicals at 54 for one-night-only concerts celebrating each new show with songs, behind-the-scenes stories, and all-star casts!

Other Productions of What Did You Expect?

2016   World Premiere Public Production

What Did You Expect? - 2016 Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2017 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Director of a Play Richard Nelson

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