New York City Center President & CEO Arlene Shuler today announced that omposer Michael Friedman will be the next Artistic Director of Encores! Off-Center, City Center’s summer musical theater series. Beginning with the 2017 season, Friedman will succeed founding Encores! Off-Center Artistic Director Jeanine Tesori, who will maintain her relationship with City Center as an artistic advisor. Press contact: Joe Guttridge/New York City Center (212/763-1279)...