Throughout the Years with Theater Breaking Through Barriers…(2017-2008)

A logo of The Artificial Jungle 2017. There is a parrot in a cage in the center of the logo. In the foreground there is a title that reads, "Charles Ludlam's The Artificial Jungle.”

THE ARTIFICIAL JUNGLE by Charles Ludlam at the Harold Clurman Theatre — Theatre Row, NYC May-July 2017

Everett Quinton directed this play and starred Alyssa H. Chase, David Harrell, Anita Hollander, Anthony Michael Lopez, and Rob Minutoli.

THEATERMANIA (Zachary Stewart):

"A riotous revival..... Thirty years later, the play still feels subversive, witty, and even eerily relevant... We howl with laughter!”

(L to R) Shannon DeVido, John McGinty, Jamie Petrone and David Harrell. A group of friends who are dress formally in a living room. They are grieving about their friend.

THE HEALING by Samuel D. Hunter at the Clurman Theatre — Theatre Row, NYC June-July 2016

This play was directed by Stella Powell-Jones and it starred Shannon DeVido, David Harrell, Jamie Petrone, John McGinty, and Pamela Sabaugh.

“Moving and beautifully acted”, (A New York Times Critic’s Pick) — Charles Isherwood, The New York Times

(L to R): Pamela Sabaugh, Scott Barton, Melanie Boland, Ann Marie Morelli, Lawrence Merritt, and David Rosar Stearns. A group of people sitting and standing in a living room. They are formally dressed and talking with one another.

Agatha Christie’s, THE UNEXPECTED GUEST at the Clurman Theatre — Theatre Row, NYC April-May 2015:

This play was directed by Victoria Rauch-Lichterman and it starred Scott Barton, Melanie Boland, Christopher Imbrosciano, Anthony Lopez, Lawrence Merritt, Anne Marie Morelli, Pamela Sabaugh (The Goldman Project), David Rosar Stearns, and Nicholas Viselli.

“Dazzling turns and twists. Kudos!” - rochellejewelshapiro.com

(L to R): Ann Marie is wearing a purple dress and white sweater. Jamie is wearing a multicolor outfit. They are in wheelchairs and Jamie is placing a party hat on Ann's head.

POWER PLAYS at the Clurman Theatre — Theatre Row, NYC June 2014:

Collection of short plays by Bekah Brunstetter, Bruce Graham, John Guare, David Henry Hwang, and Neil LaBute. It starred Mary Theresa Archbold, Melanie Boland, Samantha Debicki, Anita Hollander, Lawrence Merritt, Anne Marie Morelli, Jamie Petrone, Pamela Sabaugh, David Rosar Stearns, and Nicholas Viselli.

"Fierce and Funny!" - New York Times

Stephen Drabicki is wearing a tuxedo with white gloves and a black top hat. He is a magician and he is performing a magic trick in a dim lighting.

ACCORDING TO GOLDMAN at the Clurman Theatre — Theatre Row, NYC April-May 2013:

This play was directed by Ike Schambelan and it starred Stephen Drabicki, Pamela Sabaugh, and Nicholas Viselli.

"Humorous yet fierce! The cast is well-suited for the task, bringing a good sensibility to the characters." - Examiner.com

STILL MORE OF OUR PARTS - 2013. Ann Marie is wearing an orange vest with white pants. Jamie is wearing a red skirt and white blouse. Shannon is wearing a pink sweater with jeans. They are all talking to Jamie while they are sitting around her.

STILL MORE OF OUR PARTS at Theatre Row, NYC June 2013:

Collection of short plays by Jerrod Bogard, Bekah Brunstetter, Bruce Graham, Samuel D. Hunter, Neil LaBute and Lynn Manning.

“As thought-provoking as they are amusing, the best pieces in this fast-paced program succeed at what the company hopes to do: make us look at the disabled with fresh eyes.” - New York Post

(L-R): Tiffan Borelli, Nick Viselli and Shawn Randall. A group of people on a street corner are having a discussion. Nick and Shawn are talking while Tiffan is holding her purse.

MORE OF OUR PARTS at the Clurman Theater at Theatre Row, NYC June-July 2012:

Collection of short plays by Neil LaBute, A.R. Gurney, Bruce Graham, Samuel D. Hunter, Bekah Brunstetter, and Jeff Sweet.

“Quite good indeed…these works hit home with humor and pathos.” - Stage Image 

Mary is leaning over, wearing an orange dress, and her hands in Pamela's view. Pamela, in a cheetah print blouse, is sitting on a chair, facing Mary. Pamela is pointing her finger at Mary.

MERCHANT OF VENICE at the Clurman Theater at Theatre Row, NYC April-May 2012:

This play was directed by Ike Schambelan and it starred Mary Theresa Archbold, Melanie Boland, Stephen Drabicki, David Harrell, Gregg Mozgala, Pamela Sabaugh, and Nicholas Viselli.

“A production that expertly explores its furious side. Mr. Viselli embodies an anguished and vengeful man and that rage stirs the passions of the rest of the cast. An adept group, the seven actors are lively, handling more than two dozen characters.” - The New York Times

There is a group of people who are both standing and sitting in a line and they are waiting patiently on their phones.

SOME OF OUR PARTS at the Clurman Theater at Theatre Row, NYC June 2011:

Collection of short plays directed by Neil LaBute, Kate Moira Ryan, Samuel D. Hunter, Diana Son, Bekah Brunstetter, Jeff Tabnick and Emily Chadick Weiss.

“SOME OF OUR PARTS contains some really excellent plays. The acting is flawless! This fascinating commentary on the state of disability in America proves exactly why Theater Breaking Through Barriers is as vital as it is!" – David Gordon, nytheatre.com

A group of people who are sitting around a table and talking. Nicholas is standing and he has his hand in the air if he is giving an announcement or a toast.

BASS FOR PICASSO at Theatre Row's Kirk Theatre, NYC April-May 2010:

This play was directed by Ike Schambelan and it’s starred Anita Hollander, Mary Archbold, Felice Neals, Terry Small and Nicholas Viselli.

“…The statuesque Felice Neals stands out, as does Mary Theresa Archbold, while Terry Small and Nicholas Viselli offer strong support. Gracefully staged by Ike Schambelan." – Joseph Hurley, Irish Echo

Marilee Talkington has red hair and wearing a grey suit. Pamela Sabaugh is wearing a grey sweater and a black suit and she has brown hair. They are both sitting on a couch and holding hands with smiles on their faces.

A NERVOUS SMILE at Theatre Row's Kirk Theatre, NYC March-May 2009:

This play was directed by Ike Schambelan and it starred Melanie Boland, Pamela Sabaugh, Marilee Talkington, and Nicholas Viselli.

“A smartly crafted, tersely told tale lasting little more than 70 minutes... an interesting edge of dark, absurdist humor... brisk pacing and well-etched performances... give the story engrossing credibility.” – Backstage

Marilee Talkington is wearing a purple dress with long gloves. She is sitting next to Terry Small on a couch and trying to converse with him. Terry is wearing a tuxedo.

THE MIDDLE AGES at Theatre Row's Kirk Theatre, NYC Nov 2008:

This play was directed by Ike Schambelan and it starred George Ashiotis, Melanie Boland, Terry Small and Marilee Talkington.

“With the revival of A. R. Gurney's 1977 comedy The Middle Ages at the Kirk Theater, we have a chance to reflect on an era that is fast fading from contemporary life…” - CurtainUp

They are all dressed formally. Melanie and Nick are sitting on a couch while George is standing behind them. They are listening to Pamela while she is talking to them.

The Cocktail Hour at Theatre Row's Kirk Theatre, NYC June 2008:

This play was directed by Ike Schambelan and it starred George Ashiotis, Melanie Boland, Pamela Sabaugh, and Nicholas Viselli.

“A welcome revival. Actor disability is hardly apparent in this lively production, which under Ike Schambelan’s smart direction captures the nuances, wit and heart of Gurney’s finely chiseled writing.” - Backstage

Emily Young is wearing a light blue blouse and holding Gregg Mozgala's necklace. She is laying on a dark box while Gregg is on top of her. He's shirtless and he's wearing khakis pants. They are talking.

Romeo & Juliet at Theatre Row's Kirk Theatre, NYC March-April 2008:

This play was directed by Ike Schambelan and it starred George Ashiotis, Gregg Mozgala, Nicholas Viselli, and Emily Young.

“You owe it to yourself to see this current production… the time will melt away as you get pulled into the energy and emotion of the story.” - NYtheatre.com