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Two British filmmakers, Bernard MacMahon and Allison McGourty, and American Producer Duke Erikson have pieced together this extraordinary story set in the late 1920s when record companies toured America with a recording machine and for the first time captured the raw expression of an emerging culture. It democratized music and gave a voice to the poorest in the nation. The filmmakers follow the machine's trail across the United States to rediscover the families whose music was recorded by it, music that would lead to the development of blues, country, gospel, Hawaiian, Cajun and folk music

National Theatre Announces Lineup For First Half of 2019 Photo National Theatre Announces Lineup For First Half of 2019
by Stephi Wild - January 18, 2019

The National Theatre has announced its upcoming lineup for the first half of 2019....


Photo Flash: First Look at THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Photo Photo Flash: First Look at THE LEHMAN TRILOGY
by Julie Musbach - July 11, 2018

On a cold September morning in 1844, a young man from Bavaria stands on a New York dockside. Dreaming of a new life in the new world, he is soon joined by his two brothers and an American epic begins. 163 years later the firm they establish, Lehman Brothers, spectacularly collapses into bankruptcy a...


The American Epic Sessions Nabs Emmy Nomination for Outstanding Musical Direction
by Caryn Robbins - July 14, 2017

The American Epic Sessions, directed by Bernard MacMahon, has been nominated for a Primetime EMMY® for Outstanding Musical Direction. The highly acclaimed musical/documentary features Nas, Jack White, Elton John, Alabama Shakes, Steve Martin, Taj Mahal and many other legendary artists recording live...


EgoPo Classic Theater Announces Cast of LYDIE BREEZE TRILOGY Photo EgoPo Classic Theater Announces Cast of LYDIE BREEZE TRILOGY
by Julie Musbach - August 07, 2017

EgoPo Classic Theater celebrates its 25th Anniversary with the 2017-18 John Guare Festival. As the centerpiece of the season, the company is presenting the world premiere of Guare's Lydie Breeze Trilogy. This three-part American epic can be experienced in three ways: as a three-part series spread ov...


American Conservatory Theater Announces Season Lineup Including the World Premiere of Photo American Conservatory Theater Announces Season Lineup Including the World Premiere of SOUL TRAIN and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 29, 2020

Today, American Conservatory Theater unveiled the diverse lineup that will make up San Francisco's premier nonprofit theater organization's new season. ...


Legacy Recordings Set To Release American Epic Documentary Series Collection
by A.A. Cristi - April 28, 2017

Legacy Recordings, the catalog division of Sony Music Entertainment, will release AMERICAN EPIC: The Collection, a 5-CD/100 song deluxe box set, and AMERICAN EPIC: The Soundtrack, a single disc anthology of 15 songs featured in the AMERICAN EPIC three-part historical documentary (1LP or 1CD), on Fri...


Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for ANGELS IN AMERICA, PART ONE MILLENNIUM APPROACHES at Photo Photos: Go Inside Rehearsals for ANGELS IN AMERICA, PART ONE MILLENNIUM APPROACHES at Arena Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 27, 2023

Check out rehearsal photos for America, Part One: Millennium Approaches at Arena Stage. ...


Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at the Gillian Lynne Theatre Photo Photos: Inside Opening Night of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at the Gillian Lynne Theatre
by Stephi Wild - February 09, 2023

Last night was the official opening night of the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions' The Lehman Trilogy at the Gillian Lynne Theatre. Check out photos from the red carpet, as well as the post-show party at The Londoner hotel!...


National Theatre Announces Listings For May - October 2019 Photo National Theatre Announces Listings For May - October 2019
by A.A. Cristi - March 28, 2019

National Theatre has announced its listings for May - October 2019. Check out the full lineup below!...


American Conservatory Theater Announces Season Lineup Including the World Premiere of Photo American Conservatory Theater Announces Season Lineup Including the World Premiere of SOUL TRAIN and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 29, 2020

Today, American Conservatory Theater unveiled the diverse lineup that will make up San Francisco's premier nonprofit theater organization's new season. ...


Book Now For THE LEHMAN TRILOGY In The West End Photo Book Now For THE LEHMAN TRILOGY In The West End
by Marianka Swain - November 02, 2018

Following a sold-out run at the National Theatre, the NT and Neal Street Productions' critically acclaimed production of The Lehman Trilogy transfers to the Piccadilly Theatre in London's West End for 12 weeks only. Book tickets here!...


THE LEHMAN TRILOGY to Open A.C.T.'s 2020–21 Season Photo THE LEHMAN TRILOGY to Open A.C.T.'s 2020–21 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 19, 2020

On the heels of sold-out runs at the National Theatre, in London's West End, and at the Park Avenue Armory in New York City-and following a limited Broadway engagement-the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions' critically-acclaimed, smash-hit production, The Lehman Trilogy, will open Americ...


THE LEHMAN TRILOGY's Simon Russell Beale Wins 2022 Tony Award for Best Performance by Photo THE LEHMAN TRILOGY's Simon Russell Beale Wins 2022 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play
by Team BWW - June 12, 2022

Simon Russell Beale has won the 2022 Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play for THE LEHMAN TRILOGY....


THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Postponed at American Conservatory Theatre Photo THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Postponed at American Conservatory Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - March 02, 2022

The San Francisco engagement of the acclaimed play The Lehman Trilogy has been postponed at American Conservatory Theater. ...


Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Center Theatre Group/Ahmans Photo Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 07, 2022

The Los Angeles engagement of 'The Lehman Trilogy' opened Sunday, March 6 at 7 p.m. at Center Theatre Group / Ahmanson Theatre. 'The Lehman Trilogy,' comes to Los Angeles direct from a run on Broadway and follows runs at London's National Theatre, the Park Avenue Armory, and in London's West End. Th...


Springer Opera House Postpones THE COLOR PURPLE To June 2022 Photo Springer Opera House Postpones THE COLOR PURPLE To June 2022
by A.A. Cristi - January 18, 2022

Two weeks before starting rehearsals for its big spring musical, the Springer Opera House has decided to postpone the opening of its Tony Award-winning production of The Color Purple until June. ...


Encore Screenings Of NT Live's THE LEHMAN TRILOGY And FLEABAG Are Set For Fugard Bios Photo Encore Screenings Of NT Live's THE LEHMAN TRILOGY And FLEABAG Are Set For Fugard Bioscope
by Stephi Wild - January 27, 2020

Following previously sold-out screenings, additional presentations of NT Live's FLEABAG and THE LEHMAN TRILOGY have been added to the Fugard Bioscope programme....


National Theatre Announces New Casting for Upcoming Season Photo National Theatre Announces New Casting for Upcoming Season
by Stephi Wild - February 21, 2018

New casting announced for the new National Theatre season. Full cast has been announced for Brian Friel's Translations including Colin Morgan and Ciaran Hinds, part of the Travelex season with thousands of tickets available at £15. Eric Kofi Abrefa and Thalissa Teixeira join Vanessa Kirby in the cas...


Chicago Premiere of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY to Open TimeLine Theatre 2023-24 Season Photo Chicago Premiere of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY to Open TimeLine Theatre 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 07, 2023

TimeLine Theatre Company will present the Chicago premiere production of the internationally acclaimed and Tony Award-winning play THE LEHMAN TRILOGY by Stefano Massini, adapted by Ben Power, will open the company’s upcoming 2023-2024 season....


World Premiere of Broadway-Bound SOUL TRAIN, Christopher Chen World Premiere & More A Photo World Premiere of Broadway-Bound SOUL TRAIN, Christopher Chen World Premiere & More Announced for A.C.T. Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 02, 2021

American Conservatory Theater announced an updated lineup and performance schedule that will comprise the theater organization’s upcoming season. A.C.T. will present María Irene Fornés's landmark immersive play, Fefu and Her Friends, replacing the previously-announced William Shakespeare's The Wint...


Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Photo Photo Flash: Inside Opening Night of THE LEHMAN TRILOGY
by Stephi Wild - May 23, 2019

Following sold-out runs at the National Theatre and in New York at the Park Avenue Armory, the NT and Neal Street Productions' critically acclaimed production of The Lehman Trilogy arrives in the West End, opening for a limited 16-week run....


Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE LEHMAN TRILOGY in the West End Photo Photos: Inside Rehearsal For THE LEHMAN TRILOGY in the West End
by Stephi Wild - January 03, 2023

Rehearsal images have been released for the National Theatre and Neal Street Productions’ critically acclaimed, five-time Tony Award® winning production of The Lehman Trilogy which begins a limited 17-week run at the Gillian Lynne Theatre on 24 January. ...


NextStop Announces 2018/2019 Season Photo NextStop Announces 2018/2019 Season
by Stephi Wild - March 06, 2018

Producing Artistic Director Evan Hoffmann announces NextStop Theatre Company's sixth professional season of theatre in the Dulles Corridor. From a 30th Anniversary Celebration summer production to a wildly imaginative new interpretation of one of the most iconic movie musicals ever written, our 2018...


World Premiere of Broadway-Bound SOUL TRAIN, Christopher Chen World Premiere & More A Photo World Premiere of Broadway-Bound SOUL TRAIN, Christopher Chen World Premiere & More Announced for A.C.T. Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 02, 2021

American Conservatory Theater announced an updated lineup and performance schedule that will comprise the theater organization’s upcoming season. A.C.T. will present María Irene Fornés's landmark immersive play, Fefu and Her Friends, replacing the previously-announced William Shakespeare's The Wint...


Chance Theater Announces 21st Anniversary Season Photo Chance Theater Announces 21st Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - November 05, 2018

Chance Theater is thrilled to announce its 21st Anniversary Season, which will be the fifth to employ both stages in its home at the Bette Aitken theater arts Center. Next year will feature eight fully-staged productions....






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