One of the Remains Theater productions, The Actor Retires is available to download as an audiobook.

Synopsis

A hilarious comedy about an actor, who decides to throw out his headshots, fire his agent and change careers from performing to making furniture.

Billy’s character appears around the 40 minute mark.

The play is available to download from the following links.  Many thanks to our LJ members ufgator1977 and CR1 for posting the links at our LJ Community.

• The Actor Retires (US )
• The Actor Retires (UK)

Our DVD/Promo Multimedia Section has been updated with a recent interview with Billy regarding CSI. (Thanks E).

The Gallery has also been updated with a larger image of the Endgame promo photo, as well as two replacement images from the Sheila Kar Fundraiser last month (without the blue bars).

Speaking of Endgame, if you are attending the show on 21st April, do check out the Endgame Wine Tasting Event held at Steppenwolf, as well as Martha Lavey’s blog post : Frank & Me.

Steppenwolf’s 2010 Gala on May 8th will be featuring an exclusive showcase of Endgame, details available on the Steppenwolf website.

Endgame Tickets are available to buy today, be sure and check out the Steppenwolf Website for ticket information and availability.

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Keep an eye on the Steppenwolf website for further information regarding Endgame, such as rehearsal and production photos, blog articles, etc.

More updates this weekend.

First off, HAPPY NEW YEAR everyone.  We hope you all had a pleasant holiday.

Now for some long overdue updates.

Neil Midgley of the Daily Telegraph (UK newspaper) had the opportunity to interview Billy during his visit to London towards the end of last year.

William Petersen on life after CSI - The actor, who played Gil Grissom in CSI, tells Neil Midgley why he loves his new life on stage.

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3 more great Blackbird Fan Reviews have been added, be sure to check those out.

Broadway World and the Rock River Times have also reviewed Blackbird.

From the Chicago Tribune (article does contain brief spoilers for the upcoming season of CSI)

‘CSI’ changes afoot: Could Grissom return? What’s up with Langston’s clothes?

“We’re hoping Grissom will make a return appearance we don’t have a date and we don’t have a deal, but we talk to Billy all the time and he would love to come back,” Mendelsohn said.

Seems lots of articles have been speculating Grissom’s return off that quote right there.   Until it’s officially confirmed, we aren’t getting too excited.

Sadly, Blackbird at Victory Gardens has now finished, and it certainly was a very successful production.  Congratulations to all involved.

There is now an 8 month countdown for Billy’s next play Endgame at Steppenwolf Theater.   The following information is from the Steppenwolf website.

ENDGAME By Samuel Beckett

Directed by ensemble member Frank Galati

Featuring ensemble members Ian Barford, Francis Guinan, William Petersen and Rondi Reed.

In the Downstairs Theatre

Thu. April 1, 2010 — Sun. June 6, 2010

Tickets for this production go on sale: 1/28/10

Beckett’s absurd comic masterpiece follows Hamm, a blind man unable to stand, and his servant Clov, who is unable to sit, as they pass their days in a tiny house by the sea—if the sea still exists. Pestered by Hamm’s parents, they move through their daily rituals, awaiting the end of everything. A powerful all-ensemble cast anchors this profound exploration of the stories we construct to make sense of our lives.

We will be posting news of our upcoming fundraiser within the next couple of weeks. The purpose of this fundraiser is to raise money for Victory Gardens, all monies received will be donated in Billy’s name to the theater.  Stay tuned.

Finally, don’t forget to follow us on Twitter  for some random “Billy Blurts” and cool content.