William Atherton to Star in New Off-Broadway Play Pied-a-Terre

William Atherton will star in the world premiere of John Anastasi's Pied-a-Terre, a production of Stageplays Theatre Company at the Kirk Theatre on Theatre Row. Previews begin November 26, with opening night on December 1, produced and directed by Tom Ferriter. The limited engagement will continue through January 5, 2008.

Joining Atherton in the cast are Jessica McKee, Robin Riker and John Howard Swain.

Pied-a-Terre is a story of Julia, a TV journalist who discovers a penthouse owned by her husband, Jack, which she was unaware existed. As Julia explores the apartment, she is interrupted by Katie, a young woman who seems to know Jack a little too well. As the two women face off and secrets unfold revealing the burdens each has been carrying, the two women learn they have more in common than either thought possible.

Atherton is best known for his roles in such films as Die Hard, Die Hard 2 and Ghostbusters. He has appeared on Broadway in Arthur Miller's The American Clock as well as in revivals of The Sign in Sidney Brustein's Window and The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial. His off-Broadway credits include Address Unknown, Thee Acts of Recognition, Rich and Famous and The House of Blue Leaves.

Pied-a-Terre will have sets by Randall Parsons, lighting by Jeffrey Koger, and sound by Chris Rummell, with original music by Michael Valenti and choreography by Ron DeJesus; wig and hair design is by Wendy Parson.