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Review - If You See Something Say Something: A Patriot's Act
by Kristin Salaky - Oct 28, 2008


Although Mike Daisey's exploration of national defense, past and present, If You See Something Say Something, arrives at Joe's Pub just in time to serve as a companion piece to the Metropolitan Opera's production of Dr. Atomic, there is nothing minimalist about this monologist. He may spend the entire 100 minute presentation sitting behind a desk with nothing but a glass of water and his notes but, as directed by Jean-Michele Gregory, Daisey himself is a fully orchestrated production. A large man who embellishes his frank observations ('The founding fathers could have been considered by the British to be terrorists.') and grim warnings ('If you raise an army and leave it standing, it will find something to do.') with artfully placed profanity, large, sweeping gestures and a face of fully animated Silly Putty, his voice is that of a genial, but angered everyman, bouncing with varied tempos, tones, full out comic crescendos and meaningful sotto voces. If Lenny Bruce was embodied by Zero Mostel and played by Louis Armstrong, the result would closely resemble Mike Daisey.

Cromer Led OUR TOWN Hits 'Our Town' at Barrow St., Previews Begin 2/17
by Eddie Varley - Jan 12, 2009


Jean Doumanian Productions and Barrow Street Theatre(Scott Morfee and Tom Wirtshafter) today announced that they will produce director David Cromer's acclaimed staging of Thornton Wilder's Our Town at Off Broadway's Barrow Street Theatre. Performances will begin on February 17, with anofficial opening night set for Thursday, February 26. The production will require acomplete redesign of the theater space.

'HOW THEATER FAILED AMERICA' Post-Show Dialogue 1/9,12 & 16
by BWW News Desk - Jan 9, 2009


Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company announced that during the run of Mike Daisey's HOW THEATER FAILED AMERICA, there will be free industry roundtables following three performances to discuss the many issues raised in the piece. The roundtable discussions following performances on January 9, 12, and 16 will include local theatre administrators, artists, and funders.

'HOW THEATER FAILED AMERICA' Post-Show Dialogue 1/9,12 & 16
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 23, 2008


Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company announced that during the run of Mike Daisey's HOW THEATER FAILED AMERICA, there will be free industry roundtables following three performances to discuss the many issues raised in the piece. The roundtable discussions following performances on January 9, 12, and 16 will include local theatre administrators, artists, and funders.

The Public Theater Postpones 'A FREE MAN OF COLOR'
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 25, 2008


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) announced today that A FREE MAN OF COLOR, the world premiere play by John Guare scheduled for late winter, has been postponed due to a loss of significant individual funding and a few key donations brought on by the current economic climate. The Public is still committed to producing this monumental play and expects to be mounting it next season.

Photo Flash: Wooly Mammoth's 'BOOM'
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 14, 2008


Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company continues its 2008-09 Season with Boom by Peter Sinn Nachtrieb, author of Hunter Gatherers, winner of the 2007 Steinberg New Play Award.

'If You See Something Say Something' Opens at Joe's Pub 10/27
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 27, 2008


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) began previews for the New York premiere of Mike Daisey's IF YOU SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING on Wednesday, October 15. This groundbreaking monologue about homeland security, created and performed by Mike Daisey and directed by Jean-Michele Gregory, will run through Tuesday, November 30 with an official press opening tonight, Monday, October 27. Tickets are on-sale now.

Photo Coverage: IF YOU SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING Opening Night
by Peter James Zielinski - Oct 28, 2008


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) began previews for the New York premiere of Mike Daisey's IF YOU SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING on Wednesday, October 15. This groundbreaking monologue about homeland security, created and performed by Mike Daisey and directed by Jean-Michele Gregory, will run through Tuesday, November 30 with an official press opening on Monday, October 27

Photo Flash: IF YOU SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING at The Public Theater
by Reynard Loki - Oct 15, 2008


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) begins previews for the New York premiere of Mike Daisey's IF YOU SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING tonight, Wednesday, October 15. This groundbreaking monologue about homeland security, created and performed by Mike Daisey and directed by Jean-Michele Gregory, will run through Tuesday, November 30.

'If You See Something Say Something' Begins Previews 10/15 at Joe's Pub
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2008


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) will begin previews for the New York premiere of Mike Daisey's IF YOU SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING on Wednesday, October 15. This groundbreaking monologue about homeland security, created and performed by Mike Daisey and directed by Jean-Michele Gregory, will run through Tuesday, November 30 with an official press opening on Monday, October 27. Tickets are on-sale now.

'If You See Something Say Something' Begins Previews 10/15 at Joe's Pub
by Faetra Petillo - Oct 1, 2008


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) will begin previews for the New York premiere of Mike Daisey's IF YOU SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING on Wednesday, October 15. This groundbreaking monologue about homeland security, created and performed by Mike Daisey and directed by Jean-Michele Gregory, will run through Tuesday, November 30 with an official press opening on Monday, October 27. Tickets are on-sale now.

Annex Theatre to Present Daisy's 'The Moon is a Dead World'
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 23, 2008


The Annex Theatre in Seattle, WA will present Mike Daisey's The Moon is a Dead World directed by Chris Comte. The cast will feature Zach Robinson, Jack Hamblin, Pamala Mijatov and Clayton Weller.

Tickets on Sale for 'If You See Something Say Something' at the Public Theater
by Faetra Petillo - Sep 19, 2008


Tickets for IF YOU SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING, created and Performed by MIKE DAISEY and directed by JEAN-MICHELE GREGORY at the Public Theater are now on sale.

Public Theater Announces NY Premiere of IF YOU SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING
by Robert Diamond - Sep 16, 2008


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson) will present the New York premiere of IF YOU SEE SOMETHING SAY SOMETHING, a groundbreaking monologue about homeland security, created and performed by Mike Daisey and directed by Jean-Michele Gregory.

'Ugo's Last Dance' Runs at Medicine Show Theatre Starting 9/10
by Faetra Petillo - Aug 29, 2008


God Machine, in Partnership with The Foundry Theatre, presents Ugo's Last Dance, a new musical by David Lefort Nugent & directed by Alec Tok, at The Medicine Show Theatre, 549 West 52nd Street, from September 10th to October 4th.

Tickets Now On Sale Now For Bernhard, Daisy, Hoffman and More At Joe's
by BWW News Desk - Jul 18, 2008


The Public Theater and Joe's Pub are proud to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Joe's Pub with an unprecedented 300 shows from September through December.

Joe's Pub Announes Anniversary Line-Up
by BWW News Desk - Jul 15, 2008


The Public Theater and Joe's Pub are proud to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Joe's Pub with an unprecedented 300 shows from September through December.

2008-2009 Public Theater Memberships On Sale July 1
by BWW News Desk - Jun 30, 2008


2008-2009 Public Theater Memberships On Sale July 1.

'How Theater Failed America' Offers Free Beer Tony Sunday
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 2008


In celebration of Tony® night on Sunday, June 15, FREE BEER will be available to all audience members (21+) at the 7:00 PM performance of HOW THEATER FAILED AMERICA.

Sondheim, Lucas and Durang To Head Public's 08-09 Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 2008


The Public Theater's Artistic Director Oskar Eustis and Executive Director Mara Manus announced today that the 2008-2009 Season will feature premieres by Mike Daisey, Christopher Durang, John Guare, Danny Hoch, Craig Lucas, Stephen Sondheim, and Tracey Scott Wilson.

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