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Actors perform a skit titled “Pumpernickel” at Temple SMASH’s first show of the semester. ( COURTESY CALVIN WOODRUFF )

SMASH commemorates loss

16 October 2012 Luis Fernando Rodriguez

Temple SMASH starts the year with a performance in memory of one of their own.

C.S. Lewis novel takes stage at Merriam Theater

16 October 2012 Mary Kate Allison

Max McLean, star and co-creator of “The Screwtape Letters,” adapted the novel to a play, which will make its Philadelphia debut Oct. 19.

‘Love Story’ show crosses an ocean

09 October 2012 Desirae Holland

After being a novel, movie and successful musical in London, “Love Story” is making its American debut at the Walnut Street Theatre.

Anker: A love letter to theater gays

09 October 2012 Marcie Anker

Columnist Marcie Anker explains why theater gays are unlike any other.

1812 Productions takes on election humor with improv

25 September 2012 Jacob Harrington

The comedy troupe is preparing for the annual performance of its improv political comedy.

Under The Radar: The N Crowd, GO WEST!, Meditation, A Love Letter For You

24 September 2012 Patricia Madej

The N Crowd, GO WEST!, Meditation, A Love Letter For You

Patterson: Fringe allows students to support LGBT media

17 September 2012 Sara Patterson

Sara Patterson discusses the importance of supporting LGBT media.

Rene, acted by Kate Black-Regan, appears frightened by her hallucinations after taking medication during a scene of Iminami, a performance that is part of the Philly Fringe Festival. The performance took place at the Greensaw

Under the Radar: Led Zeppelin 2, Rock Opera, Dead Sea Scrolls, Taste Of NoLibs

11 September 2012 Kevin Stairiker

Led Zeppelin 2, Rock Opera, Dead Sea Scrolls, Taste Of Northern Liberties

Anker: Audition mishaps are inevitable

10 September 2012 Marcie Anker

Auditions are an essential part to any actor’s life, no matter how perfect, terrible or embarrassing they tend to be.