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Category Archives: Joel Says

This is the place where I can tell you how I feel, promote young and up-and-coming actors, and let you know what I think about what’s happening in our theatre community. And I’l be writing “They Stole the Show,’ an article about actors/actress/singers that ‘stopped the show.’ And you’ll have your chance to chime in!

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Matthew Scott on Playing Bobby in Signature Theatre’s ‘Company’ by Joel Markowitz

Posted on June 19, 2013 by Joel Markowitz
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Matthew Scott is wowing audiences and critics with his performance as Bobby in Signature Theatre’s production of Stephen Sondheim’s Company. I am a big fan of Matthew’s and I was so delighted when I heard he was going to play Bobby. … Continue reading →

Randy Johnson on Writing and Directing ‘One Night with Janis Joplin’ at Arena Stage by Joel Markowitz

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Joel Markowitz
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After a critically acclaimed run at Arena Stage last October One Night with Janis Joplin is back. I asked Director Randy Johnson about the new production about to open at Arena Stage an how the show has evolved since he first wrote … Continue reading →

James Konicek on Playing Sir Andrew in Folger Theatre’s ‘Twelfth Night’ by Joel Markowitz

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Joel Markowitz
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I am a huge fan of James Konicek – his acting, singing, and ‘that voice.’ Audiences are loving James’ performance in Folger Theatre’s Twelfth Night. I asked James about Sir Andrew Aguecheek and his career as a voice artist. Joel: Who … Continue reading →

DC Area’s Alyson Cambridge on Playing Julie in ‘Show Boat’ and Her Career by Joel Markowitz

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Joel Markowitz
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Alyson Cambridge is appearing as Julie LaVerne in Washington National Opera’s critically acclaimed production of Show Boat. I asked Alyson about playing Julie in Show Boat in Chicago and DC, growing up in the DC area, her vocal training, and roles she would … Continue reading →

Theatre Lab’s Cast of ‘August: Osage County’ PT. 2: Andra Belknap, Ghislaine Dwarka, MC Harford & Lorrie Smith

Posted on May 15, 2013 by Joel Markowitz
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The Theatre Lab School of the Dramatic Arts is presenting Tracy Lett’s 2008 Tony Award-winning play August: Osage County this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday – May 16th-18th. From Directors Deborah and Delia Taylor: “The first assignment for our acting students was dramaturgical, following … Continue reading →

Meet the Cast of Theatre Lab’s ‘August: Osage County’ Part 1: Dane Galloway, Tom Hamilton, & Steven Malone

Posted on May 14, 2013 by Joel Markowitz
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The Theatre Lab School of the Dramatic Arts is presenting Tracy Lett’s 2008 Tony Award-winning play August: Osage County this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday – May 16th-18th. Co-Executive Director Buzz Mauro introduces us to Theatre Lab’s production and cast members Dane Galloway, Tom Hamilton, … Continue reading →

Anne Kanengeiser on Playing Janna in ‘The Personal(s)’ at No Rules Theatre Company by Joel Markowitz

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Joel Markowitz
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There are some performances that you just never forget and Anne Kanengeiser’s performance as Fosca in Signature Theatre’s Passion in 1996 is one I will always remember and cherish, so I was thrilled when Anne was coming to town to appear … Continue reading →

Brian Childers on “An Evening With Danny Kaye’ Tonight at The American Century Theater Benefit at Artisphere

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Joel Markowitz
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In 2002, Brian Childers wowed DC area audiences with his spot-on and high-energy performance as Danny Kaye in Danny and Sylvia: A Musical Love Story, first at The American Century Theatre (TACT) and then at MetroStage. Childers was awarded a Helen Hayes … Continue reading →

2013 Tony Award Nominations Announced: Kinky Boots; Matilda: The Musical & Pippin Lead with 13, 12 & 10 Noms

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Joel Markowitz
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Here are The 2013 Tony Award Nominations The American Theatre Wing announced its nominations for the 2013 Tony Awards today. DC Theatregoers were wowed by Holland Taylor’s performance as Governor Ann Richards in Ann at The Kennedy Center, Tracy Letts and Ann … Continue reading →

Part 3: ‘Raising Cain: Meet the Cast of ‘How to Write a New Book for the Bible’: Meet Ray Ficca

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Joel Markowitz
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This is Part Three of a series of interviews with the talented cast of Round House Theatre’s How to Write a New Book for the Bible. Today, meet Ray Ficca. Joel: Why did you want to be involved in this production? … Continue reading →

Part 2: ‘Raising Cain: Meet the Cast of ‘How to Write a New Book for the Bible’: Meet MaryBeth Wise

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Joel Markowitz
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This is Part Two of a series of interviews with the talented cast of Round House Theatre’s How to Write a New Book for the Bible. Today, meet MaryBeth Wise. Joel: Why did you want to be involved in this production?  … Continue reading →

Part 1: ‘Raising Cain: Meet the Cast of How to Write a New Book for the Bible: Meet Mitchell Hébert’

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Joel Markowitz
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This is Part One of a series of interviews with the talented cast of Round House Theatre’s How to Write a New Book for the Bible. Today, meet Mitchell Hébert. Joel: Why did you want to be involved in this … Continue reading →

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