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Lange, McDonald, McShane, Ryan, et al. to Appear at TimesCenter

Audra McDonald
(© Joseph Marzullo/Retna)
Audra McDonald
(© Joseph Marzullo/Retna)

The New York Times has announced the line-up of celebrities who will appear at talks this month at TheTimesCenter (242 West 41st Street) as part of its TimesTalks series. All programs begin at 6:30pm.

On Monday, February 4, director Kenny Leon and actors Sean Combs, Audra McDonald, and Phylicia Rashad will discuss the ABC television movie A Raisin in the Sun with Patricia Cohen, following a preview screening of the film.

On Friday, February 8, Oscar nominee Amy Ryan — a two-time Tony Award nominee — will join fellow Oscar nominees Jason Reitman and Ellen Page, the director and star of Juno, for an interview with Lynn Hirschberg.

On Monday, February 25, current Broadway stars Deanna Dunagan (August: Osage County) and Ian McShane (The Homecoming) will speak with reporter Campbell Robertson. Finally, on Thursday, February 28, Oscar winner and Broadway veteran Jessica Lange will be interviewed by writer Charles McGrath.

Tickets to these events are $25-$27 and can be ordered by calling 800-272-9533 or by visiting www.thetimescenter.com.