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'''''The Performers''''' is an upcoming comedy play written by [[David West Read]] and directed by [[Evan Cabnet]]. It will premiere on [[Broadway (theatre)|Broadway]] in 2012. |
'''''The Performers''''' is an upcoming comedy play written by [[David West Read]] and directed by [[Evan Cabnet]]. It will premiere on [[Broadway (theatre)|Broadway]] in 2012.<ref>{{cite news|url= http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118058166|title=Alicia Silverstone back to Broadway|last=Cox|first=Gordon|date=August 22, 2012|accessdate=August 23, 2012}}</ref> |
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==Synopsis== |
==Synopsis== |
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''The Performers'' is a romantic comedy set during the Adult Film Awards in Las Vegas. Lee, a tabloid journalist, attends to interview his old friend-turned adult film star Mandrew. Lee's fiancee Sara, who is having doubts over her relationship, seeks advice from Mandrew's adult film star wife Peeps. When the night takes an unexpected turn and relationships are threatened, adult film stars Chuck Wood and Sunshine step in to lend a hand. |
''The Performers'' is a romantic comedy set during the Adult Film Awards in Las Vegas. Lee, a tabloid journalist, attends to interview his old friend-turned adult film star Mandrew. Lee's fiancee Sara, who is having doubts over her relationship, seeks advice from Mandrew's adult film star wife Peeps. When the night takes an unexpected turn and relationships are threatened, adult film stars Chuck Wood and Sunshine step in to lend a hand.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.playbill.com/news/article/169311-Alicia-Silverstone-Will-Join-Cheyenne-Jackson-and-Henry-Winkler-in-Broadways-The-Performers|title=Alicia Silverstone Will Join Cheyenne Jackson and Henry Winkler in Broadway's The Performers|last=Gans|first=Andrew|date=08/22/12|accessdate=08/23/12}}</ref> |
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==Production== |
==Production== |
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''The Performers'' will open on [[Broadway (theatre)|Broadway]] in November, 2012 at [[Longacre Theatre]]. The cast will include [[Cheyenne Jackson]], [[Henry Winkler]], [[Alicia Silverstone]], [[Ari Graynor]], [[Daniel Breaker]] and [[Jenni Barber]]. |
''The Performers'' will open on [[Broadway (theatre)|Broadway]] in November, 2012 at [[Longacre Theatre]]. The cast will include [[Cheyenne Jackson]], [[Henry Winkler]], [[Alicia Silverstone]], [[Ari Graynor]], [[Daniel Breaker]] and [[Jenni Barber]].<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.broadway.com/buzz/163552/alicia-silverstone-joins-cast-of-porn-comedy-the-performers-starring-cheyenne-jackson-and-henry-winkler/|title=Alicia Silverstone Joins Cast of Porn Comedy The Performers, Starring Cheyenne Jackson and Henry Winkler|date=08/22/12|accessdate=08/23/12}}</ref> |
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After showings were cancelled during previews due to [[Hurricane Sandy]], producers offered "Sandy Special" tickets at discounted prices.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://broadwayworld.com/article/THE-PERFORMERS-Announces-Sandy-Special-for-1031-111-20121031|title=The Performers Announces Sandy Special for 10/3 & 11/1|publisher=BroadwayWorld.com|date=10/31/12|accessdate=11/4/12}}</ref> |
After showings were cancelled during previews due to [[Hurricane Sandy]], producers offered "Sandy Special" tickets at discounted prices.<ref>{{cite news|url=http://broadwayworld.com/article/THE-PERFORMERS-Announces-Sandy-Special-for-1031-111-20121031|title=The Performers Announces Sandy Special for 10/3 & 11/1|publisher=BroadwayWorld.com|date=10/31/12|accessdate=11/4/12}}</ref> |
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==External |
==External links== |
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*[http://www.theperformersonbroadway.com Official Website] |
*[http://www.theperformersonbroadway.com Official Website] |
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*[http://www.ibdb.com/show.php?id=493213 Internet Broadway Database listing 2012 production] |
*[http://www.ibdb.com/show.php?id=493213 Internet Broadway Database listing 2012 production] |
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Revision as of 12:09, 14 November 2012
| The Performers | |
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| Written by | David West Read |
| Date premiered | November 2012 |
| Place premiered | Longacre Theatre |
The Performers is an upcoming comedy play written by David West Read and directed by Evan Cabnet. It will premiere on Broadway in 2012.[1]
Synopsis
The Performers is a romantic comedy set during the Adult Film Awards in Las Vegas. Lee, a tabloid journalist, attends to interview his old friend-turned adult film star Mandrew. Lee's fiancee Sara, who is having doubts over her relationship, seeks advice from Mandrew's adult film star wife Peeps. When the night takes an unexpected turn and relationships are threatened, adult film stars Chuck Wood and Sunshine step in to lend a hand.[2]
Production
The Performers will open on Broadway in November, 2012 at Longacre Theatre. The cast will include Cheyenne Jackson, Henry Winkler, Alicia Silverstone, Ari Graynor, Daniel Breaker and Jenni Barber.[3]
After showings were cancelled during previews due to Hurricane Sandy, producers offered "Sandy Special" tickets at discounted prices.[4]
References
- ^ Cox, Gordon (August 22, 2012). "Alicia Silverstone back to Broadway". Retrieved August 23, 2012.
- ^ Gans, Andrew (08/22/12). "Alicia Silverstone Will Join Cheyenne Jackson and Henry Winkler in Broadway's The Performers". Retrieved 08/23/12.
{{cite news}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=and|date=(help) - ^ "Alicia Silverstone Joins Cast of Porn Comedy The Performers, Starring Cheyenne Jackson and Henry Winkler". 08/22/12. Retrieved 08/23/12.
{{cite news}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=and|date=(help) - ^ "The Performers Announces Sandy Special for 10/3 & 11/1". BroadwayWorld.com. 10/31/12. Retrieved 11/4/12.
{{cite news}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=and|date=(help)