The Apple is thrilled to report that Adam will be returning to the New York stage later this month in the New York premiere of Daniel Goldfarb’s The Retributionists at Playwrights Horizons. Tickets are available now for this limited run and we know all Adam fans will want to observe our man in his natural habitat once again, so check it out.

The Retributionists
August 21 – September 27, 2009
Mainstage Theater

The New York Premiere of a new play by Daniel Goldfarb
Directed by Leigh Silverman

Cast: Hamilton Clancy, Adam Driver, Rebecca Henderson, Margarita Levieva, Cristin Milioti, Adam Rothenberg, Lusia Strus
Scenic Design: Derek McLane
Costume Design: Susan Hilferty
Lighting Design: Peter Kaczorowski
Sound Design: Jill BC DuBoff
Original Music: Tom Kitt
Production Stage Manager: Bess Marie Glorioso

Spring 1946. The plan was simple: a German for every Jew. Its execution would be swift, clean, its impact undeniable. In this daring new romantic thriller inspired by actual events, a band of Jewish freedom fighters attempts to avenge a society’s wrongs – if they can keep from tearing each other apart.

While we at the Apple are disappointed at the lackluster reception this film released, we’re thrilled that Adam fans everywhere will finally get to see his nuanced and compelling performance soon. It’s been a long ride.   

Thanks to MCODB Mariah Carey for the heads up.

The long-anticipated theatrical debut of Tennessee, Adam’s star turn, is finally upon us. As noted below, the film’s website has a list of venues, so check it out and check the film out. It’s a must-see for all Adam fans.

Adam fans will also want to check out this new interview in the Jewish Exponent, where he talks, all too briefly, about his recent projects, his past projects and even the Apple. The writer notes of Adam’s work in Tennessee that “Carter’s complexity is crafted so elegantly by the actor that no seams show,” and we heartily agree.

Tennessee

Two brothers. Three paths. One destination.

Carter (Adam Rothenberg) and his younger brother Ellis (Ethan Peck) embark on a journey from New Mexico to Tennessee to find their estranged father — a trip which might hold Ellis’s life in the balance. Along the way they meet Krystal (Mariah Carey), an aspiring singer who flees her controlling husband (Lance Reddick) to join them on their journey.

Cast: Mariah Carey, Ethan Peck, Adam Rothenberg, Lance Reddick, Bill Sage
Director: Aaron Woodley
Producer: Lee Daniels
Writer: Russell Schaumberg

“… you utterly believe the bond between the siblings, and Rothenberg excels in his role of a protective older bro who also happens to be a haunted binge drinker.”
– Clark Collis, Entertainment Weekly

“Rothenberg gives a touching and perfectly nuanced performance as a man who clearly knows he gave up a future for the sake of family, only to have deep regrets about the road not taken.”
– Pete Hammond, Hollywood.com

“… the naked pain of (Rothenberg is) quite affecting.”
– Carrie Rickey, The Philadelphia Inquirer

On a technical note, we’re having some issues with the site, but we’re working our little fingers off to resolve the problem with the archives and comment pages. We apologize for any inconvenience.

The Apple just wants to give y’all a heads up about this week’s super sweet screenings of HORSEFINGERS 3: STARFUCKER at the Slamdance festival.

Is anyone in Utah right now? Maybe for that “other” festival? If so, peep the details below. It’s the CITIZEN KANE of movies about women with hoofs for hands.

And I can verify that the platters of spaghetti and meatballs you see being consumed on screen are indeed meatless.

So… That’s been cleared up….

"Horsefingers 3: Starfucker"

Emma, dressed as the mythological Horsefingers, bumps into Lem, a minor movie star, at a local bar. He doesn’t remember having met her before, but he does like the cut of her hoof. No one is what they appear to be in this disquieting tale of animal attraction. Maria Thayer (Tamela from “Strangers With Candy”) and Adam Rothenberg are right on target, playing it utterly straight as this strange and sexy story gets increasingly surreal. Thayer’s increasing discomfort as Rothenberg pressures her to play horsey in a restaurant is painfully raw. (Paul Sbrizzi, Gallery Host, Co-Chair Shorts Programming)

Director: Kristin Kearse

Showtimes:
     Monday, January 19th at 8:30 PM
     Thursday, January 22nd at 12:30 PM

Location:
     Treasure Mountain Inn – Main
     255 Main Street
     Park City, UT 84060

"Horsefingers 3: Starfucker" is a 13-minute short film playing with Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Undead. Advance sale tickets are available at the Slamdance site.

For more information:
     official website, featuring additional stills
     trailer
     Slamdance page, featuring trailer and additional stills

The film has had a couple of festival screenings so far as well as a one-week run at the beginning of December to qualify for Oscar contention, largely in the hopes of getting a nod for co-star Mariah Carey’s “Right to Dream,” listed among five front-runners by the Los Angeles Times:

THE POP STAR

Mariah Carey’s “Right to Dream.” In need of a guitarist for “Right to Dream,” Carey aimed high, going straight to country legend Willie Nelson. Written for ” Tennessee,” in which Carey plays an aspiring singer, “Right to Dream” is restrained elegance, with some light, finger-picked guitar flourishes and a dash of late-night soul. “I was humming different melodies while I was on the set and stuff,” Carey says. “I was just thinking that Willie Nelson would be somebody fabulous to collaborate with. I reached out to him, and we met after one of his concerts.”

Thanks to commenter Jeane for the heads up on the For Your Contention ad from the December 3 Los Angeles Times and h/t to the Mariah Daily Journal for the scan.

While the Apple has been unable to find a formal cancellation notice anywhere — and we know that there are several episodes “in the can” that have yet to be broadcast — it looks like THE EX LIST is officially kaput.

CBS has even pulled the EX LIST pages from their website. I’m not sure why that was necessary; they could have at least been archived.

Et tu, CBS webmaster?

You can find more information about THE EX LIST‘s premature demise here and here.

As for the un-aired episodes, maybe they’ll pop up magically as schedule-filler at some point, or perhaps end up on a DVD release of the show in some vague, pastel future. We certainly hope so.

In any case… EX LIST, we hardly knew ye….

More Unearthed Artifacts:

Ex List TWoP archives
Videos still available for sale on iTunes and at Amazon
This site still appears to be adding episode stills
Episode information can be found here
Finally, there some information here about the theme song; it’s available for purchase at iTunes

Ladies and Gentlemen, Set your TiVos!

…or DVRs… The Apple wouldn’t want to offend any of Adam’s passionate supporters….

From Israel, to Hollywood, to San Diego, and… finally… to YOUR living room — tonight is the debut of Adam’s newest television offering, THE EX-LIST, and we’re all really excited about it.

So tune in tonight at 9PM ET on CBS!

Watch Adam discuss body hair with Alexandra Breckenridge and perhaps even answer that time-honored rhetorical question: “When did having a vagina become a full-time job?”

If anyone can get to the bottom of it, America, our Adam can.

Hell, while you’re at it, tune in every week this fall to see what other provocative topic Adam might be wrapping his lips around.

Seriously, though, at least consider getting a TiVo. We’re just trying to make things easier for you.

N.B. Viewers who fail in their mission tonight, should be able to view EX-LIST episodes here:

The Official CBS Ex-List Page

There’s even a fan forum at the site. Now get to work!

Note from amyro (8:30 PM): In addition to the CBS fan forum, Television Without Pity has decided to add the show to its roster of recapped shows. The forums there are always pretty lively (you’ll want to read the rules and FAQ before wading in) and there’s a nice interview with Elizabeth Reaser. As regular Apple readerz know, we screen all comments here, so, if you’re looking for a chat, you might head on over to one of the forums, but please leave a shout-out before you go.

Thanks to commenter Jeane for the tip.

UPDATE: Thanks to commenter a concerned reader for the date correction.

What, pray tell, is Horsefingers 3: Starfucker?

Well, it’s a funny short film starring our own Adam Rothenberg and adorable Maria Thayer (who was great in Strangers with Candy).

You’re being offered a chance at a sneak peek.

The director, Kirsten Kearse, will be in attendance, and the night will include food and music at a reasonable price. Adam won’t be able to make it, unfortunately, but it’s rumored he’ll be observing the festivities from a secure location via closed circuit.

Here are the details:

HORSEFINGERS 3: STARFUCKER

UNDERGROUND SCREENING, WEDNESDAY, JULY 23rd, 2008

@ THE BEAVERBEAR
SPAGHETTI DINNER SHORT FILM & ROCK PARTY
Live Musical Performance by “THE HORSEFINGERS”
featuring members of “The Ladybug Transistor“

“We’re going to show a few shorts, maybe serve up a little spaghetti, then my friends that made a lot of the music for Horsefingers 3: Starfucker are going to rock out. And after that, dance party? You decide.” — KK

WHERE: UNION HALL
702 Union St. @ 5th Ave.
Park Slope, Brooklyn 11215
DOORS OPEN AT 7:30pm
PRICE: $5

We hope to see Adam’s NY fans there!