Performing Arts News
This category features news about dance, theater, music and other live audience performances (magic shows, puppetry, circus, comedy, etc.), festivals, venues, artists, staging and ticketing. The spotlight is on news of interest to theater goers, producers and performing arts amateurs and professionals.
ARIDO Presenting a Multi Billion Dollar Collection in Tribute to Lorenzo Soria Hollywood Foreign Press Association President During Venice Film Festival 2020
Founded by a scion descendant of the Maimonides, a prominent 11th century family, that set sail to South East Asia bringing gems and luxury goods back to Europe, Jesse Raphael & celebrity guru Thomas Chappell, a world class designer with a background in fashion, art and history. - August 19, 2020 - ARIDO Jewelry
Piano Man - Jack Spann to Release Jesus of New Orleans
Brand new in 2020 Jack’s CD single, Jesus Of New Orleans, will be simultaneously released with a full production music video in support of the single. Both dance mix and radio edits are included on the CD. Spann again providing lead vocals, piano, keyboards, guitar and bass. Rollout of Jesus Of New Orleans (JONOLA) happens on August 15th, 2020 in both CD and Digital formats through Big Boo Records and Daystorm Music. - August 16, 2020 - Daystorm Music
Introducing: Comedian Eddie B.
The Houston native is single-handedly changing the comedy game, tapping into the minds of teachers around the world and selling out major arenas throughout the country in minutes. - August 13, 2020 - Eddie B.
Walking Papers New Single "What Did You Expect?" Out Today
New album The Light Below out February 2021. - August 07, 2020 - Carry On Music
Minerva Partners with A-LIVE to Power Virtual Concerts
As COVID-19 is preventing people from attending concerts in person, Minerva has partnered with A-LIVE, a leading European music initiative, to deliver a new social video streaming experience for fans to enjoy concerts remotely. - August 04, 2020 - Minerva Networks
16 Year-Old Award Winning Actor Dylan Duff Becomes CEO of Production Company and Makes Directorial Debut
16 year-old, Toronto-born actor Dylan Duff becomes CEO of Purple Monkeys Pictures Inc. and makes directorial debut with dramatic live action short film "Perspective." Duff wrote, directed, produced and starred in the film to be released some time next year. - July 31, 2020 - Purple Monkeys Pictures
Promise To Myself Release New Single and Brings a New Sound for the Band with "killmeslow"
Even after releasing their sophomore EP “I Might Be Crazy” in February 2020 and a pandemic hitting the world, that hasn’t stopped Promise To Myself from pushing forward with writing songs and keeping up with their fans on social media while waiting on live shows to... - July 30, 2020 - Promise To Myself
Penn and Teller Fool Us Winner Stuart MacDonald Creates Online Interactive Magic Play, Richard Preston's Cocktail Capers
Stuart MacDonald, starring as Richard Preston, is a fish out of water. His character was frozen in 1962 with the intent of entertaining the first colony on Mars in 2062. Current world circumstances made world leaders vote to have Richard thawed in 2020 to bring the world back together through magic. - July 29, 2020 - Stuart MacDonald
Music's Living Legends, The Rolling Stones and Judas Priest Honored by Two of Fever International Music Group's Top Acts
Fever International Music Group Artist Ninefinger will be covering "Sympathy for the Devil" by The Rolling Stones. While Beyond The Grey covers "You've Got Another Thing Comin." Both groups intended to create their versions of these timeless classics, modernizing the sound and feel, but maintaining the original presence and familiarity. - July 28, 2020 - Fever International Music Group
Coronavirus Shutdown Inspires New Series - The Building: Under Lockdown, Created Entirely on Zoom. Westside Rag and Art Paradise Agree: "The Show is Good!"
The new series is written by playwright and television writer Ed Napier with co-direction by Emmy winning television producer Jesse Green and actress/filmmaker Jodie Markell. The first episode was just launched. The Building 2020: Under Lockdown tells the story of a group of residents who live in a co-op on the Upper West Side of New York City and how they are coping with all the challenges and devastation surrounding their relationships and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. - July 27, 2020 - ArtParadise
Highly Acclaimed Teen Entertainer JAC Carrera to Host a Young Performer Awards Ceremony in New York City
Escape 2 Productions and highly acclaimed teen entertainer, Jose Carrera (JAC) from Brooklyn, NY, have partner to create New York City’s first ever show showcasing young performers. With an amazing Advisory Board team, Joshua Packard, Grayson Thorne Kilpatrick, Jackie Almonte, Willie Pena, Anthony Notarile, Diante Jenkins, Joseph Guevara, Albania Matos, Julie Probst, Patrick M. Valley, Marlene Rhein and Jessica Adams, will be hosting and picking this years winners. - July 25, 2020 - Escape 2 Productions
Crack The Sky "Tribes" Out Today
New Album "Tribes" Out January 2021 - July 23, 2020 - Carry On Music
Tuesday Night Comics at North Coast Rep
Prayer Duds presents Tuesday Night Comics at North Coast Repertory Theatre. - July 17, 2020 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Billboard Hit Recording Artist Fawn Releases Her New Song, "Wait For The Sun" Featuring Debra Wilson and Many Other Celebrities Supporting Black Lives Matter
“Wait For The Sun” is a song about struggling and fighting your way through difficult, dark times. The message of the chorus, “Wait For The Sun” is a reminder to hold on because the sun is going to come out again. A key unifying line is, “let the love remind you we’re one, and wait for the sun.” The music video has a handful of soulful celebrities and people uniting for a spiritual journey into cosmic positivity and change. - July 14, 2020 - Fawn
Foxpromotions is so Proud to Announce Singer/Songwriter Brian Hedges Has Been Nominated for 2 International Singer-Songwriters Association, (ISSA) Awards
FoxPromotions announces that their longtime client Brian Hedges has been nominated for 2 ISSA awards. Hedges, a singer-songwriter out of Knoxville, TN, has been nominated for USA Male Vocalist of the Year and USA Male Songwriter of the Year. The awards show will be live on the ISSA YouTube August 15, 2020. - July 12, 2020 - FoxPromotions
Peter London Global Dance Company Celebrates 10th Anniversary and Welcomes Kal Gajraj as Executive Director
Miami’s leading multicultural, contemporary dance ensemble, the Peter London Global Dance Company (PLGDC) is celebrating its 10th Anniversary this year and has named Kal Gajraj as its first Executive Director. Mr. Gajraj comes to PLGDC after serving as the Chief Marketing Officer of the... - July 08, 2020 - Peter London Global Dance Company
Reality TV Talent Launch Hollywood Behind the Scenes Podcast
Reality TV Talent from Just Writin Life are releasing their second podcast, The Ladies Tales Podcast. The first episode, done by professional actors, is the audio version of their pilot episode made for TV, "The Managers." - July 07, 2020 - AITL Media
DESIFEST Continues to Invest in Live Music and Shows
DESIFEST treated fans to a fantastic live concert on Facebook, featuring Canada's favourite duo, JoSH. Over 1,000 fans watched the 1 hour Canada Day special, reaching 25,000+ views within 24 hours and over 3,000+ comments, hearts and emojis flowed during the live show. "We will continue to... - July 03, 2020 - DESIFEST
KIN4LIFE Releases New Single "Black in Amerikkka" for Independence Day
As a commentary on the true state of race relations in America, hip hop duo KIN4LIFE is releasing the single "Black In Amerikkka" on July 3 for Independence Day via Artists First Records. - July 03, 2020 - Artists First Records
In New Fundraising Effort, Herberger Theater Gives Donors a Surprise Bonus
On pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Phoenix landmark Herberger Theater has embarked on an unusual, even memorable, fundraising effort to support ongoing and future expenses. - July 01, 2020 - Biltmore Portrait Studios
Donnell Isaac Didn't Know Love
Back like he never left; R&B/Soul recording artist, Donnell Isaac, has released his new single, “I Didn’t Know,” an impressive, inspiring and soulful song from the forthcoming album, Wine N Relationship. His third studio album, Wine N Relationship, is due out later this year. - July 01, 2020 - Donnell Isaac
Multi-Intrumentalist Ricky Persaud, Jr. Back with New Album; Follow Up to 2019 EPs Pursuit of Happiness and Apocalypse, First Single "M.Y.O.B." Out Now
Follow up to 2019 EPs Pursuit of Happiness and Apocalypse; First single “M.Y.O.B.” out now - June 27, 2020 - Mystiqson Records & Publishing, LLC
Female Led Revenge Western "Vengeance Turns" 4-Part Serialized Radio Show Releases Chapter 1 on July 4, 2020
Cabin Fever Radio recorded this originally for live audiences during the COVID-19 Pandemic while the actors and their audience were all confined for health and safety. The Radio Show version was mixed over several weeks immediately upon conclusion of the live readings. - June 27, 2020 - Cabin Fever Radio
Metalcore Group VENACAVA Releases New Song "Signals" Featuring Vocalist Aaron Gillespie of Underoath
Eleven years after it was initially recorded, the metalcore group VENACAVA has released their first song “Signals” today via Capiscana Records / OSIAH, featuring Underoath vocalist Aaron Gillespie. - June 26, 2020 - Capiscana
An Afternoon of Music at the Scientology Information Center
On Saturday June 20th the Scientology Information Center hosted a socially-distanced concert at the Historic Clearwater Building in downtown Clearwater. - June 26, 2020 - Church of Scientology
"Confessions," the Series, Picks Up Two Best Web Series Awards
"Confessions," the series, was awarded the Grand Jury Award for Best Web Series at the Monthly Oniros Film Awards, in Saint-Vincent, Italy. They also received the Best Web Series award at the Madras Independent Film Festival, in Chennai, India. Both awards were presented in June 2020. The... - June 24, 2020 - Serrano Studios
Melissa B. Receives 2 Nominations in The Josie Music Awards 2020
Billboard charted artist Melissa B. is nominated for a second consecutive year in The 2020 Josie Music Awards. - June 21, 2020 - Melissa B.
Indie Label "Behind the Sky" Launches Double Vinyl Compilation with Advance Funding from Sound Royalties
Ambient Music Impresario Evan Bartholomew Teams with Global Talent and Visual Artist Yoshi Sodeaka on “Portals.” - June 18, 2020 - Sound Royalties
New Single "Going In" from Hip Hop Gospel Artist William T. Starzz
Optimus Entertainment Group (OEG) is excited to present the newest artist to its platform, William T. Starzz of Triune Movement Inc. (TMInc.) - June 15, 2020 - Optimus Entertainment Group
Open Auditions Scheduled for Tunnel Hill Shindig Christmas Show
Large Holiday Production Show Seeking Local North Georgia Talent - June 12, 2020 - Southern Premier Entertainment
Jess Wall Signs with GMoore Talent, Debuts at Austin City Saloon in Corbin, KY June 13, 2020. After Cutting Her Debut EP in Nashville.
Viral videos are popular for a multitude of reasons. Some are funny, some are beautiful, and some showcase unassuming folks that do not realize their gifts. The latter category compelled George Moore, president of GMoore Talent to reach out to Jess Wall. Wall, 21, from Douglasville, GA caught... - June 09, 2020 - Perry Music Group
Human Error Online at North Coast Repertory Theatre
Thanks to an extraordinary arrangement with Actors Equity Association, North Coast Repertory Theatre is continuing Season 38 with the West Coast premiere of Human Error a comedy by Eric Pfeffinger. From the comfort of their own homes, theatre lovers will enjoy a play that is full of warmth, heart... - June 03, 2020 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Debut Single by Wife of Veteran is a Musical Tribute to Generations of Soldiers
Opera Mezzo Soprano Natalja Sticco's debut single reflects her own American journey and personal connection with military. - June 02, 2020 - Natalja Sticco
Event Announcement of Virtual, Online Performance Piece of BLACKOUTS
A new virtual performance piece for live-streaming showcases writer and director Murray Mednick’s poetic gifts to address the COVID-19 crisis. BLACKOUTS combines streetwise lyricism and dry humor to bear on an infernal encounter with the health care system, American style. BLACKOUTS will be presented live for viewers in two parts, June 5, 6, 7 (Part 1) and June 12, 13, 14 (Part 2). - May 31, 2020 - Padua Playwrights
Summer Camp Online at Theatre School @ North Coast Rep
Theatre School @ North Coast Rep is very excited to be offering performance-based theatre camps online that will inspire your child to learn new skills while creating theatrical fun with new friends. All online camps are being offered with reduced hours to allow for better student focus and reduced... - May 30, 2020 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Actress Christina DeRosa Proves Mysterious Alongside Lily Collins in New Thriller Feature "INHERITANCE"
"INHERITANCE" Premiered on DirecTV April 23, 2020 and Available VOD Beginning May 22, 2020 - May 20, 2020 - Christina DeRosa
Orchestra FUEGO to Release 5th Studio Album
Orchestra FUEGO to release it's 5th studio album under Daville Entertainment. - May 20, 2020 - Daville Entertainment, LLC
International Recording Artist Jahmiel Reveals Title of New Project "Revamp" While Quarantined in Jamaica
As people around the globe continue to stay home and slow the spread of the coronavirus, artists have been using the time to tap into their creative side. In mid-March, as the music world went into collective retreat, festivals were postponed; stadium tours were scrapped, and major artists shelved... - May 19, 2020 - Destine Media PR
Award Winning Haitian Artist Natalie Jean and Multi-Talented Canadian Artist Rory Gardiner Release Country Single
"Natalie Jean consistently delivers amazing music that stays with me long after my first listening." – ToneFlame Magazine. Rory Gardiner is a professional entertainer, who has been captivating audiences of all sizes, in multiple countries, on multiple platforms for over 15 years. - May 17, 2020 - Natalie Jean
Music Video Made Entirely of Women Quarantined in Their Homes
Galactic Cat Records released a new music video by LA-based singer and songwriter Nadia Vaeh made entirely of women quarantined in their homes after the original video production was interrupted due to COVID-19 crisis. This video was only to include a few of her closest friends until word spread, resulting in 50+ women participating from their homes from around the world. The song, titled "Monroe," is a women's empowerment anthem. - May 16, 2020 - Galactic Cat Records
Introducing "Sudden Signs of Grace" by Tom Guerra
The fourth solo album from songwriter/guitarist Tom Guerra on Casa Del Soul Records. - May 12, 2020 - Casa Del Soul Productions Worldwide
Gxlden Doll a/k/a GENE$I$ Signs Management Deal with Underground Hits Productions
Gxlden Doll a.k.a. GENE$I$ is a 19-year old American singer, rapper, songwriter, model and entertainer, born and raised in between Kansas and Atlanta, GA. Gxlden Doll began singing at the age of 9 when her mother discovered her vocal skills. Although her voice was certainly a gift, it was a curse... - May 12, 2020 - U.H.P. (Underground Hits Production)
Grammy Winning/Multi-Platinum Songwriter, Music Producer & Publisher Executive's Jovan Dawkins, Eric Dawkins with Award Winning Actor/Singer Darius McCrary, Join Forces
Grammy Winning/Multi-Platinum Songwriter, Music Producer & Publisher Executive Jovan Dawkins along with Grammy Winning/Multi-Platinum Songwriter & Music Producer Executive Eric Dawkins and Award-Winning Actor/Singer Darius McCrary have Joined Forces for an Eight-Week Entertainment Master’s Class, “The MAP Intensive.” Powered by Urban 411 Entertainment and the J. Vann Agency - May 07, 2020 - Urban 411 Entertainment
FoxPromotions is Excited to Announce That Singer/Songwriter and Author, Gary Matheny Has Signed with the Digital Marketing Company
Gary Matheny has agreed to have FoxPromotions handle his social media marketing. Matheny, a singer/songwriter from Cleveland, Tennessee, is also a multiple book author. - May 03, 2020 - FoxPromotions
Michigan-Based Songwriter Paul Lubanski Has Announced That Each Piece Within His Dynamic Discography is Now for Sale
Michigan-based songwriter, Paul Lubanski has announced that each piece within his dynamic discography is now for sale. His eclectic diary of entertaining and inspiring tracks include: 29 country-accented rock, love and Christian Worship (many can easily cross-over into the pop category). All have... - May 01, 2020 - Paul Lubanski
GalaxyCon Launches Virtual Celebrity and Fan Experiences
With social distancing measures in place for large gatherings, GalaxyCon is extending beyond the confines of a comic con and taking immediate steps to connect celebrities and fans from the comforts of their own homes. - April 28, 2020 - GalaxyCon
Ginger Rogers Birthplace is for Sale
The two-bedroom, 1-1/2 bath house at 100 W Moore Street, Independence, Missouri is where famous Hollywood actress Ginger Rogers was born. It was operated by the Owens-Rogers Museum for two years. It is now for sale by Three Trails Cottages, LLC. The house was purchased by the company in 2016 and fully restored by Gene Padgitt and HearthMasters, Inc. - April 24, 2020 - Owens-Rogers Museum
New Book "You Are the Influencer" by Renee Meriste
“You Are The Influencer” is a new book by industry expert Renee Meriste. The book takes a reader on a short, data infused hyper lesson of the do's and don'ts of the music business...and really any business. Renee brings over 25 years of global entertainment industry experience into the... - April 21, 2020 - You are the Influencer
New Orleans Mourns the Loss of Gospel Singer & School Choice Advocate Edward West
A gifted musical artist, school choice advocate & community leader dies due to COVID-19 complications. - April 19, 2020 - Collage Worldwide Entertainment
Jedtainment Releases Collaborative Song to Lend a "Helping Hand" in Fight Against Coronavirus
Virtual World's Top Performers Pool Their Talents to Raise Money for COVID-19 Relief - April 08, 2020 - Jedtainment