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American Buffalo
written by David Mamet, 1947- (1975); directed by Brian Kite; produced by Susan Loewenberg; performed by Rich Hutchman, Josh Stamberg, 1970- and Maurice Williams (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 2016), 1 hour 14 mins
David Mamet’s gift for storytelling and forging poetry from both the plain-spoken and profane turns an ill-conceived scheme to steal a rare coin into a triumph of dramatic art. In a junk shop, three men of different generations plan their heist. But their fates, like the nickel’s worn image of the beleaguered...
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written by David Mamet, 1947- (1975); directed by Brian Kite; produced by Susan Loewenberg; performed by Rich Hutchman, Josh Stamberg, 1970- and Maurice Williams (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 2016), 1 hour 14 mins
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David Mamet’s gift for storytelling and forging poetry from both the plain-spoken and profane turns an ill-conceived scheme to steal a rare coin into a triumph of dramatic art. In a junk shop, three men of different generations plan their heist. But their fates, like the nickel’s worn image of the beleaguered buffalo, may have been sealed long ago.Directed by Brian Kite. An L.A. Theatre Works full cast performance featuring:Rich Hutchman as D...
David Mamet’s gift for storytelling and forging poetry from both the plain-spoken and profane turns an ill-conceived scheme to steal a rare coin into a triumph of dramatic art. In a junk shop, three men of different generations plan their heist. But their fates, like the nickel’s worn image of the beleaguered buffalo, may have been sealed long ago.Directed by Brian Kite. An L.A. Theatre Works full cast performance featuring:Rich Hutchman as Donny DuBrowJosh Stamberg as Walter 'Teach' ColeMaurice Williams as BobbyRecorded in Los Angeles before a live audience at The James Bridges Theater, UCLA, in November of 2015. David Mamet’s gift for storytelling and forging poetry from both the plain-spoken and profane turns an ill-conceived scheme to steal a rare coin into a triumph of dramatic art. In a junk shop, three men of different generations plan their heist. But their fates, like the nickel’s worn image of the beleaguered buffalo, may have been sealed long ago.
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Date Written / Recorded
1975, 2015
Field of Study
Theatre
Content Type
Spoken word recording
Performer / Ensemble
Rich Hutchman, Josh Stamberg, 1970-, Maurice Williams
Contributor
Susan Loewenberg
Author / Creator
Brian Kite, Rich Hutchman, Josh Stamberg, 1970-, Maurice Williams, David Mamet, 1947-
Date Published / Released
2016
Publisher
L.A. Theatre Works
Topic / Theme
Bobby, Donny Dubrow, Teach
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2016 L.A. Theatre Works
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Drama
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An American Daughter
written by Wendy Wasserstein, 1950-2006 (1997); directed by Beth Milles; performed by David Birney, 1939-, Anna Gunn, Jamie Hanes, fl. 1997, Gregory Itzin, 1948-, Kevin McCarthy, 1914-2010, Mary McDonnell, 1952-, Claudette Nevins and Denise Nicholas (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 1999, originally published 1999), 2 hours 5 mins
Pulitzer-Prize winner Wendy Wasserstein spins a comic and moving tale about the pitfalls that await political appointees. As a respected health crusader and devoted wife and mother, Dr. Lyssa Hughes seems perfect for the role of U.S. Surgeon General, until a chance remark at a fashionable brunch sets off a media f...
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written by Wendy Wasserstein, 1950-2006 (1997); directed by Beth Milles; performed by David Birney, 1939-, Anna Gunn, Jamie Hanes, fl. 1997, Gregory Itzin, 1948-, Kevin McCarthy, 1914-2010, Mary McDonnell, 1952-, Claudette Nevins and Denise Nicholas (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 1999, originally published 1999), 2 hours 5 mins
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Pulitzer-Prize winner Wendy Wasserstein spins a comic and moving tale about the pitfalls that await political appointees. As a respected health crusader and devoted wife and mother, Dr. Lyssa Hughes seems perfect for the role of U.S. Surgeon General, until a chance remark at a fashionable brunch sets off a media feeding frenzy.
Date Written / Recorded
1997
Field of Study
Drama
Content Type
Spoken word recording
Performer / Ensemble
David Birney, 1939-, Anna Gunn, Jamie Hanes, fl. 1997, Gregory Itzin, 1948-, Kevin McCarthy, 1914-2010, Mary McDonnell, 1952-, Claudette Nevins, Denise Nicholas
Author / Creator
Beth Milles, David Birney, 1939-, Anna Gunn, Jamie Hanes, fl. 1997, Gregory Itzin, 1948-, Kevin McCarthy, 1914-2010, Mary McDonnell, 1952-, Claudette Nevins, Denise Nicholas, Wendy Wasserstein, 1950-2006
Date Published / Released
1999
Publisher
L.A. Theatre Works
Topic / Theme
Lyssa Dent Hughes, Judith B. Kaufman, Quincy Quince, Walter Abrahmson, Morrow McCarthy, Timber Tucker, Senator Alan Hughes, Charlotte Hughes, Jimmy, Billy Robbins
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Drama
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American Dreams
written by Velina Hasu Houston, 1957- (1984); directed by Peggy Shannon; performed by Mary Bond Davis, Yvonne Farrow, Bonnie Oda Homsey, Peter A. Jacobs, Carl Lumbly, 1952-, Vonetta McGee, 1945-2010, Don Reed, 1959-, Charlie Robinson and Patricia Ayame Thompson (L.A. Theatre Works, 1991, originally published 1991), 1 hour 46 mins, 106 page(s)
After World War II, an African-American war vet brings home his Japanese bride. The family must learn to be tolerant of their new family member, while dealing with prejudice in the outside world.
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written by Velina Hasu Houston, 1957- (1984); directed by Peggy Shannon; performed by Mary Bond Davis, Yvonne Farrow, Bonnie Oda Homsey, Peter A. Jacobs, Carl Lumbly, 1952-, Vonetta McGee, 1945-2010, Don Reed, 1959-, Charlie Robinson and Patricia Ayame Thompson (L.A. Theatre Works, 1991, originally published 1991), 1 hour 46 mins, 106 page(s)
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After World War II, an African-American war vet brings home his Japanese bride. The family must learn to be tolerant of their new family member, while dealing with prejudice in the outside world.
Date Written / Recorded
1984, 1991-01-24
Field of Study
Drama
Content Type
Spoken word recording
Performer / Ensemble
Mary Bond Davis, Yvonne Farrow, Bonnie Oda Homsey, Peter A. Jacobs, Carl Lumbly, 1952-, Vonetta McGee, 1945-2010, Don Reed, 1959-, Charlie Robinson, Patricia Ayame Thompson
Author / Creator
Peggy Shannon, Mary Bond Davis, Yvonne Farrow, Bonnie Oda Homsey, Peter A. Jacobs, Carl Lumbly, 1952-, Vonetta McGee, 1945-2010, Don Reed, 1959-, Charlie Robinson, Patricia Ayame Thompson, Velina Hasu Houston, 1957-
Date Published / Released
1991
Publisher
L.A. Theatre Works
Topic / Theme
Manfred Banks, Freddie Banks, Setsuko, Blue River, Alexis Morgan, Fumiko Brennan, Bill, Lawrence, Creed Banks
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2012. Used by permission of L.A. Theatre Works.
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Drama
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The Assembled Parties
written by Richard Greenberg (2013); directed by JoBeth Williams, 1948-; produced by Susan Loewenberg; performed by Matthew Arkin, 1960-, Wilson Bethel, Dana Delaney, 1956-, Seamus Dever, 1976-, Zoe Perry, Susan Sullivan, 1942-, Peter Van Norden and Justin Huen (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 2016), 1 hour 47 mins
It’s Christmas 1980, and inside a sprawling Upper West Side apartment, Faye Bascov is about to throw an opulent Christmas dinner – a tradition for this secular, well-educated Jewish family. But any family gathering is an invitation for old resentments to boil over, as Faye’s sister-in-law Julie and the exten...
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written by Richard Greenberg (2013); directed by JoBeth Williams, 1948-; produced by Susan Loewenberg; performed by Matthew Arkin, 1960-, Wilson Bethel, Dana Delaney, 1956-, Seamus Dever, 1976-, Zoe Perry, Susan Sullivan, 1942-, Peter Van Norden and Justin Huen (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 2016), 1 hour 47 mins
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It’s Christmas 1980, and inside a sprawling Upper West Side apartment, Faye Bascov is about to throw an opulent Christmas dinner – a tradition for this secular, well-educated Jewish family. But any family gathering is an invitation for old resentments to boil over, as Faye’s sister-in-law Julie and the extended family have plenty to hash out. Flash-forward to 2000, and the apartment, now much shabbier, reflects how the family’s fortunes h...
It’s Christmas 1980, and inside a sprawling Upper West Side apartment, Faye Bascov is about to throw an opulent Christmas dinner – a tradition for this secular, well-educated Jewish family. But any family gathering is an invitation for old resentments to boil over, as Faye’s sister-in-law Julie and the extended family have plenty to hash out. Flash-forward to 2000, and the apartment, now much shabbier, reflects how the family’s fortunes have changed, and the Bascovs now have to reckon with the legacy of their family discord. A 2013 Drama Desk Award-winner and recipient of three Tony nominations.Recorded before an audience at UCLA’s James Bridges Theater in November 2016.Directed by JoBeth WilliamsProducing Director Susan Albert LoewenbergMatthew Arkin as BenWilson Bethel as Scotty and TimDana Delany as JulieSeamus Dever as JeffJustin Huen as the voice of HectorZoe Perry as Shelley and TimmySusan Sullivan as FayePeter Van Norden as MortAssociate Artistic Director, Anna Lyse Erikson. Recording Engineer, Sound Designer and Mixer, Mark Holden for The Invisible Studios, West Hollywood. Senior Radio Producer, Ronn Lipkin. Foley Artist, Aaron Lyons. Production Manager, Megan McGrory. Rehearsal Stage Manager, Tori Burnett. Editor, Mitchell Lindskoog. "It’s Christmas 1980, and inside a sprawling Upper West Side apartment, Faye Bascov is about to throw an opulent Christmas dinner – a tradition for this secular, well-educated Jewish family. But any family gathering is an invitation for old resentments to boil over, as Faye’s sister-in-law Julie and the extended family have plenty to hash out. Flash-forward to 2000, and the apartment, now much shabbier, reflects how the family’s fortunes have changed, and the Bascovs now have to reckon with the legacy of their family discord. A 2013 Drama Desk Award-winner and recipient of three Tony nominations.
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Date Written / Recorded
2013, 2016
Field of Study
Theatre
Content Type
Spoken word recording
Performer / Ensemble
Matthew Arkin, 1960-, Wilson Bethel, Dana Delaney, 1956-, Seamus Dever, 1976-, Zoe Perry, Susan Sullivan, 1942-, Peter Van Norden, Justin Huen
Contributor
Susan Loewenberg
Author / Creator
JoBeth Williams, 1948-, Matthew Arkin, 1960-, Wilson Bethel, Dana Delaney, 1956-, Seamus Dever, 1976-, Zoe Perry, Susan Sullivan, 1942-, Peter Van Norden, Justin Huen, Richard Greenberg
Date Published / Released
2016
Publisher
L.A. Theatre Works
Topic / Theme
Ben, Scotty, Julie, Jeff, Shelley, Faye, Mort, Voice of Hector
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2016 L.A. Theatre Works
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Drama
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August Osage County
written by Tracy Letts, 1965-; directed by Bart DeLorenzo; produced by Susan Loewenberg; performed by Tara Barr, Shannon Cochran, 1958-, Rosemarie DeWitt, 1971-, Deanna Dunagan, Kimberly Norris Guerrero, fl. 1988, Francis Guinan, Scott Jaeck, Ron Livingston, Robert Maffia, Mariann Mayberry, 1965-2017, Robert Pine, Rondi Reed and David Warshofsky (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 2014), 2 hours 44 mins
Winner of the 2008 Tony Award® for Best Play, Tracy Letts' darkly comic epic offers a painfully funny look at a family struggling in the desolate heart of America.An L.A. Theatre Works full cast recording, featuring members of the original Steppenwolf Theatre and Broadway productions:Tara Lynne Barr as Jean Fordh...
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written by Tracy Letts, 1965-; directed by Bart DeLorenzo; produced by Susan Loewenberg; performed by Tara Barr, Shannon Cochran, 1958-, Rosemarie DeWitt, 1971-, Deanna Dunagan, Kimberly Norris Guerrero, fl. 1988, Francis Guinan, Scott Jaeck, Ron Livingston, Robert Maffia, Mariann Mayberry, 1965-2017, Robert Pine, Rondi Reed and David Warshofsky (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 2014), 2 hours 44 mins
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Winner of the 2008 Tony Award® for Best Play, Tracy Letts' darkly comic epic offers a painfully funny look at a family struggling in the desolate heart of America.An L.A. Theatre Works full cast recording, featuring members of the original Steppenwolf Theatre and Broadway productions:Tara Lynne Barr as Jean FordhamShannon Cochran as Barbara FordhamRosemarie DeWitt as Ivy WestonDeanna Dunagan as Violet Weston (Tony Award®, Best Leading Actress)K...
Winner of the 2008 Tony Award® for Best Play, Tracy Letts' darkly comic epic offers a painfully funny look at a family struggling in the desolate heart of America.An L.A. Theatre Works full cast recording, featuring members of the original Steppenwolf Theatre and Broadway productions:Tara Lynne Barr as Jean FordhamShannon Cochran as Barbara FordhamRosemarie DeWitt as Ivy WestonDeanna Dunagan as Violet Weston (Tony Award®, Best Leading Actress)Kimberly Guerrero as Johnna MonevataFrancis Guinan as Charlie AikenScott Jaeck as Sheriff Deon GilbeauRon Livingston as Little CharlesRobert Maffia as Steve HeidebrechtMariann Mayberry as Karen WestonRobert Pine as Beverly WestonRondi Reed as Mattie Fae Aiken (Tony Award®, Best Featured Actress)David Warshofsky as Bill FordhamOriginal music by David Singer.Directed by Bart DeLorenzo. Recorded in Los Angeles before a live audience at The James Bridges Theater, UCLA in July of 2014. Winner of the 2008 Tony Award® for Best Play, Tracy Letts' darkly comic epic offers a painfully funny look at a family struggling in the desolate heart of America.
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Date Written / Recorded
2014-07-09
Field of Study
Drama
Content Type
Spoken word recording
Performer / Ensemble
Tara Barr, Shannon Cochran, 1958-, Rosemarie DeWitt, 1971-, Deanna Dunagan, Kimberly Norris Guerrero, fl. 1988, Francis Guinan, Scott Jaeck, Ron Livingston, Robert Maffia, Mariann Mayberry, 1965-2017, Robert Pine, Rondi Reed, David Warshofsky
Contributor
Susan Loewenberg, David Singer
Author / Creator
Bart DeLorenzo, Tara Barr, Shannon Cochran, 1958-, Rosemarie DeWitt, 1971-, Deanna Dunagan, Kimberly Norris Guerrero, fl. 1988, Francis Guinan, Scott Jaeck, Ron Livingston, Robert Maffia, Mariann Mayberry, 1965-2017, Robert Pine, Rondi Reed, David Warshofsky, Tracy Letts, 1965-
Date Published / Released
2014
Publisher
L.A. Theatre Works
Topic / Theme
Jean Fordham, Barbara Fordham, Ivy Weston, Violet Weston, Johnna Monevata, Charlie Aiken, Sheriff Deon Gilbeau, Little Charles, Steve Heidebrecht, Karen Weston, Beverly Weston, Mattie Fae Aiken, Bill Fordham
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Copyright © 2014 L.A. Theatre Works
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Drama
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The Baby Dance
written by Jane Anderson (1992); directed by Jane Anderson and Robert Robinson; performed by David Ellenstein, Bruce McIntosh, John Bennett Perry, 1941-, Jacqueline Schultz and Valerie Landsburg, 1958- (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 1993, originally published 1992), 1 hour 11 mins
A desperate L.A. yuppie couple arranges to buy the unborn child of a dirt-poor Louisiana pair in this passionate off-Broadway drama.
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written by Jane Anderson (1992); directed by Jane Anderson and Robert Robinson; performed by David Ellenstein, Bruce McIntosh, John Bennett Perry, 1941-, Jacqueline Schultz and Valerie Landsburg, 1958- (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 1993, originally published 1992), 1 hour 11 mins
Description
A desperate L.A. yuppie couple arranges to buy the unborn child of a dirt-poor Louisiana pair in this passionate off-Broadway drama.
Date Written / Recorded
1992, 1993-05-16
Field of Study
Drama
Content Type
Spoken word recording
Performer / Ensemble
David Ellenstein, Bruce McIntosh, John Bennett Perry, 1941-, Jacqueline Schultz, Valerie Landsburg, 1958-
Author / Creator
Jane Anderson, Robert Robinson, David Ellenstein, Bruce McIntosh, John Bennett Perry, 1941-, Jacqueline Schultz, Valerie Landsburg, 1958-
Date Published / Released
1992, 1993
Publisher
L.A. Theatre Works
Topic / Theme
Wanda, Al, Rachel, Richard, Ron
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Drama
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Ballad of Yachiyo
written by Philip Kan Gotanda, 1949- (1995); directed by Philip Kan Gotanda, 1949- and Diane Emiko Takei; performed by June Angela, Takayo Fischer, Dian Kobayashi, Lane Nishikawa, 1956-, Sab Shimono, 1943-, Greg Watanabe, 1967- and Annie Yee (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 1998, originally published 1998), 1 hour 28 mins
The Ballad of Yachiyo is a tale of illicit passion by Guggenheim-winning playwright Philip Kan Gotanda, set in 1919 among the lush cane fields of Hawaii. Inspired by true events in the playwrights family, The Ballad of Yachiyo follows 16-year-old Yachiyo as she reluctantly leaves her impoverished parents to live w...
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written by Philip Kan Gotanda, 1949- (1995); directed by Philip Kan Gotanda, 1949- and Diane Emiko Takei; performed by June Angela, Takayo Fischer, Dian Kobayashi, Lane Nishikawa, 1956-, Sab Shimono, 1943-, Greg Watanabe, 1967- and Annie Yee (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 1998, originally published 1998), 1 hour 28 mins
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The Ballad of Yachiyo is a tale of illicit passion by Guggenheim-winning playwright Philip Kan Gotanda, set in 1919 among the lush cane fields of Hawaii. Inspired by true events in the playwrights family, The Ballad of Yachiyo follows 16-year-old Yachiyo as she reluctantly leaves her impoverished parents to live with sophisticated relatives. Her mother hopes she will learn the Japanese tea ceremony and other refinements that will help attract a w...
The Ballad of Yachiyo is a tale of illicit passion by Guggenheim-winning playwright Philip Kan Gotanda, set in 1919 among the lush cane fields of Hawaii. Inspired by true events in the playwrights family, The Ballad of Yachiyo follows 16-year-old Yachiyo as she reluctantly leaves her impoverished parents to live with sophisticated relatives. Her mother hopes she will learn the Japanese tea ceremony and other refinements that will help attract a wealthy husband. But as Yachiyo acquires civilized graces from her hostess, Okusan, she also struggles with a growing passion for Okusan's handsome, dissolute husband. The Ballad of Yachiyo is a gripping story of poetic imagery by one of America's leading contemporary playwrights.
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Date Written / Recorded
1995, 1996-11-20
Field of Study
Drama
Content Type
Spoken word recording
Performer / Ensemble
June Angela, Takayo Fischer, Dian Kobayashi, Lane Nishikawa, 1956-, Sab Shimono, 1943-, Greg Watanabe, 1967-, Annie Yee
Author / Creator
Philip Kan Gotanda, 1949-, Diane Emiko Takei, June Angela, Takayo Fischer, Dian Kobayashi, Lane Nishikawa, 1956-, Sab Shimono, 1943-, Greg Watanabe, 1967-, Annie Yee
Date Published / Released
1998
Publisher
L.A. Theatre Works
Topic / Theme
Yachiyo, Okusan, Takamura, Osugi, Papa, Willie, Mama, Dance Hall Girl, Koken, Puppeteer
Genre
Drama
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The Baltimore Waltz
written by Paula Vogel, 1951-; directed by Mary Zimmerman, 1960-; produced by Susan Loewenberg; performed by Jenny Bacon, Christopher Donahue and Jerry Saslow (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 1994), 55 mins
A darkly satirical play from Paula Vogel written at the height of the AIDS crisis. As a young woman is diagnosed with a mysterious new illness, she and her beloved brother flee to Europe in search of a cure…and to escape the pain and uncertainty of the future. A Goodman Theatre co-production.Directed by Mary Zim...
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written by Paula Vogel, 1951-; directed by Mary Zimmerman, 1960-; produced by Susan Loewenberg; performed by Jenny Bacon, Christopher Donahue and Jerry Saslow (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 1994), 55 mins
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A darkly satirical play from Paula Vogel written at the height of the AIDS crisis. As a young woman is diagnosed with a mysterious new illness, she and her beloved brother flee to Europe in search of a cure…and to escape the pain and uncertainty of the future. A Goodman Theatre co-production.Directed by Mary Zimmerman. An L.A. Theatre Works full cast recording featuring:Jenny Bacon as AnnaChristopher Donahue as The Third Man/DoctorJerry Saslow...
A darkly satirical play from Paula Vogel written at the height of the AIDS crisis. As a young woman is diagnosed with a mysterious new illness, she and her beloved brother flee to Europe in search of a cure…and to escape the pain and uncertainty of the future. A Goodman Theatre co-production.Directed by Mary Zimmerman. An L.A. Theatre Works full cast recording featuring:Jenny Bacon as AnnaChristopher Donahue as The Third Man/DoctorJerry Saslow as CarolOriginal music by Michael Bodeen, Willy Schwarz, and Miriam Stern. Recorded before a live audience at the Guest Quarters Suite Hotel, Chicago, in March of 1994. A darkly satirical play from Paula Vogel written at the height of the AIDS crisis. As a young woman is diagnosed with a mysterious new illness, she and her beloved brother flee to Europe in search of a cure…and to escape the pain and uncertainty of the future. A Goodman Theatre co-production.
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Date Written / Recorded
1994-05-12
Field of Study
Drama
Content Type
Spoken word recording
Performer / Ensemble
Jenny Bacon, Christopher Donahue, Jerry Saslow
Contributor
Susan Loewenberg
Author / Creator
Mary Zimmerman, 1960-, Jenny Bacon, Christopher Donahue, Jerry Saslow, Paula Vogel, 1951-
Date Published / Released
1994
Publisher
L.A. Theatre Works
Topic / Theme
Anna, The Third Man, Doctor, Carol
Copyright Message
Copyright © 1994 L.A. Theatre Works
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Drama
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The Best Man
written by Gore Vidal, 1925-2012 (1960); directed by Nick Olcott; produced by Susan Loewenberg; performed by Terrence Currier, 1934-, Johnny Holliday, 1937-, Naomi Jacobson, Timmy Ray James, Michael Kramer, Marsha Mason, 1942-, Paul Morella, Kevin Murray, fl. 2012, Judy Simmons, Gary Sloan, 1952- and Fred Thompson, 1942- (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 2003), 1 hour 58 mins
This darkly satirical drama by Gore Vidal finds two Presidential contenders seeking the endorsement of an aging ex-president, and explores how personal agendas can change the course of a nation's destiny. A co-production with The Smithsonian Associates and Voice of America.Directed by Nick Olcott. An L.A. Theatre...
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written by Gore Vidal, 1925-2012 (1960); directed by Nick Olcott; produced by Susan Loewenberg; performed by Terrence Currier, 1934-, Johnny Holliday, 1937-, Naomi Jacobson, Timmy Ray James, Michael Kramer, Marsha Mason, 1942-, Paul Morella, Kevin Murray, fl. 2012, Judy Simmons, Gary Sloan, 1952- and Fred Thompson, 1942- (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 2003), 1 hour 58 mins
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This darkly satirical drama by Gore Vidal finds two Presidential contenders seeking the endorsement of an aging ex-president, and explores how personal agendas can change the course of a nation's destiny. A co-production with The Smithsonian Associates and Voice of America.Directed by Nick Olcott. An L.A. Theatre Works full cast performance featuring:Terrence Currier as Ex-President HockstaderJohnny Holliday as Dr. Artinian/ReporterNaomi Jacobson...
This darkly satirical drama by Gore Vidal finds two Presidential contenders seeking the endorsement of an aging ex-president, and explores how personal agendas can change the course of a nation's destiny. A co-production with The Smithsonian Associates and Voice of America.Directed by Nick Olcott. An L.A. Theatre Works full cast performance featuring:Terrence Currier as Ex-President HockstaderJohnny Holliday as Dr. Artinian/ReporterNaomi Jacobson as Mabel CantwellTimmy Ray James as Senator Carlin/ReporterMichael Kramer as Sheldon MarcusMarsha Mason as Alice RussellPaul Morella as Senator Joe CantwellKevin Murray as Dick JensenJudy Simmons as Mrs. GamadgeGary Sloan as Don BladesSenator Fred Thompson as William RussellRecorded before a live audience at Voice of America, Washington, D.C., in May of 2002. This darkly satirical drama by Gore Vidal finds two Presidential contenders seeking the endorsement of an aging ex-president, and explores how personal agendas can change the course of a nation's destiny. A co-production with The Smithsonian Associates and Voice of America.
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Date Written / Recorded
1960, 2002-05-08
Field of Study
Theatre
Content Type
Spoken word recording
Performer / Ensemble
Terrence Currier, 1934-, Johnny Holliday, 1937-, Naomi Jacobson, Timmy Ray James, Michael Kramer, Marsha Mason, 1942-, Paul Morella, Kevin Murray, fl. 2012, Judy Simmons, Gary Sloan, 1952-, Fred Thompson, 1942-
Contributor
Susan Loewenberg
Author / Creator
Nick Olcott, Terrence Currier, 1934-, Johnny Holliday, 1937-, Naomi Jacobson, Timmy Ray James, Michael Kramer, Marsha Mason, 1942-, Paul Morella, Kevin Murray, fl. 2012, Judy Simmons, Gary Sloan, 1952-, Fred Thompson, 1942-, Gore Vidal, 1925-2012
Date Published / Released
2003
Publisher
L.A. Theatre Works
Topic / Theme
Ex-President Hockstader, Dr. Artinian, Mabel Cantwell, Senator Carlin, Sheldon Marcus, Alice Russell, Senator Joe Cantwell, Dick Jensen, Mrs. Gamadge, Don Blades, William Russell, Reporter
Copyright Message
Copyright © 2003 L.A. Theatre Works
Genre
Drama, Satire
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Boats On a River
written by Julie Marie Myatt (2009); directed by Michael Bigelow Dixon, fl. 1985; performed by Samantha Abrigo, John Cabrera, 1975-, Gregory Itzin, 1948-, Jane Le, Emily Liu, William Mapother, 1965-, Jenny O'Hara, 1942-, Michelle Ongkingco, Elizabeth Pan and Keo Woolford, 1967-2016 (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 2009, originally published 2008), 1 hour 52 mins
American expatriate Sidney Webb and Sister Margaret, his British colleague, work tirelessly to rehabilitate Cambodian children from the nightmare of prostitution. After a surprise raid on a brothel, an eager young U.S. lawyer places three liberated orphans under Sidney and the Sister’s care. The girls begin the...
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written by Julie Marie Myatt (2009); directed by Michael Bigelow Dixon, fl. 1985; performed by Samantha Abrigo, John Cabrera, 1975-, Gregory Itzin, 1948-, Jane Le, Emily Liu, William Mapother, 1965-, Jenny O'Hara, 1942-, Michelle Ongkingco, Elizabeth Pan and Keo Woolford, 1967-2016 (Los Angeles, CA: L.A. Theatre Works, 2009, originally published 2008), 1 hour 52 mins
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American expatriate Sidney Webb and Sister Margaret, his British colleague, work tirelessly to rehabilitate Cambodian children from the nightmare of prostitution. After a surprise raid on a brothel, an eager young U.S. lawyer places three liberated orphans under Sidney and the Sister’s care. The girls begin the inspirational process of recovery under the loving watch of their new protectors. An excitingly original script by an emerging American...
American expatriate Sidney Webb and Sister Margaret, his British colleague, work tirelessly to rehabilitate Cambodian children from the nightmare of prostitution. After a surprise raid on a brothel, an eager young U.S. lawyer places three liberated orphans under Sidney and the Sister’s care. The girls begin the inspirational process of recovery under the loving watch of their new protectors. An excitingly original script by an emerging American playwright.
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Date Written / Recorded
2008-04, 2009
Field of Study
Drama
Content Type
Spoken word recording
Performer / Ensemble
Samantha Abrigo, John Cabrera, 1975-, Gregory Itzin, 1948-, Jane Le, Emily Liu, William Mapother, 1965-, Jenny O'Hara, 1942-, Michelle Ongkingco, Elizabeth Pan, Keo Woolford, 1967-2016
Author / Creator
Michael Bigelow Dixon, fl. 1985, Samantha Abrigo, John Cabrera, 1975-, Gregory Itzin, 1948-, Jane Le, Emily Liu, William Mapother, 1965-, Jenny O'Hara, 1942-, Michelle Ongkingco, Elizabeth Pan, Keo Woolford, 1967-2016, Julie Marie Myatt
Date Published / Released
2008, 2009
Publisher
L.A. Theatre Works
Topic / Theme
Sidney Webb, Sister Margaret, Jonathon Black, Kolab, Lida, Tam, Ted Thompson, Yen
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Drama
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