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.

Festival of Colors Offers Antidote for Politically Divided Times

Fun Free Event Champions Unity for People of All Ages and Backgrounds; Thousands of Tri-State Residents Will Celebrate Different Colors Along Hudson River (May 5, 2018) - March 30, 2018 - Surati for Performing Arts

How the Other Half Loves at North Coast Repertory Theatre

North Coast Repertory Theatre presents Alan Ayckbourn's How the Other Half Loves. Geoffrey Sherman directs Jacqueline Ritz,* James Newcomb,* Sharon Rietkerk,* Christopher M. Williams,* Noelle Marion,* and Benjamin Cole. The design team includes Marty Burnett (Scenic Design), Matthew Novotny (Lighting Design), Aaron Rumley (Sound), Elisa Benzoni (Costumes) and Holly Gillard (Prop Design). Cindy Rumley* is the Stage Manager. *Denotes Actors' Equity - March 23, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre

Plymouth State University Choirs Present "Dido and Aeneas" in Concert

PSU Chamber Singers present Henry Purcell's "Dido and Aeneas" in concert on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 7pm in the Smith Recital Hall, Silver Center for the Arts. Based on the love story from Virgil's "Aeneid," this English Baroque masterpiece features magnificent music, potent drama, and remarkable intensity. The performance of the opera will include harpsichord and strings in a gender-bending interpretation with sexual desire at its core. - March 21, 2018 - Plymouth State University Choirs

Introducing LADYSCUMBAG: Archetype of Collective Fourth Wave Feminist Evolution

LADYSCUMBAG is a femme archetype that, until now, has not existed in the world. Committed to finding the morsel of self-interest in every situation, she will transform feminine presentation, sexuality, and perceived demureness and incompetence into weapons of mass destruction. This shift in... - March 21, 2018 - LADYSCUMBAG

Burning Creative LLC Now Launched in NYC

After a discussion with The New York Times, BurningCreative.com decided to discuss the now before what is neXt. - March 21, 2018 - Burning Creative

"Murder in the Woods" with Danny Trejo Will Have Its Colorado Festival Premiere at the 20th Annual Xicanindie Film Fest in Denver

Denver will get to witness how Luis Iga's LatinX award-winning horror / slasher is already becoming a cult classic and breaking the diversity barriers in Hollywood with an All-Latino cast in non-stereotypical roles. - March 20, 2018 - REZINATE Entertainment, LLC

Holy Child Academy Presents "Seussical Jr."

Holy Child Academy in Drexel Hill, Pa., presents “Seussical Jr.,” a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, March 16 and 17. "Seussical Jr.” brings together all of Dr. Seuss’s beloved characters including Horton the Elephant and the Cat in the Hat. Performances are Friday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 17 at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. - March 11, 2018 - Holy Child Academy

HIU to Stage "Annie: The Musical"

Hope International University’s production of the Broadway classic, Annie: The Musical, takes the audience on an unforgettable adventure set in 1930’s New York. - March 10, 2018 - Hope International University

Sherry Pruitt’s CD “I’ve Been Bamboozled”; Sherry Pruitt, “The Texas Songbird’s” Debut CD on Rizing Sun Records is Released

Rizing Sun Records today announced the release of “I’ve Been Bamboozled,” a new CD by Sherry Pruitt, The Texas Songbird. - March 09, 2018 - Rizing Sun Records

Julie W. Ingram Honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Julie W. Ingram of Dallas, Texas has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 21 years in the field of entertainment. About Julie W. Ingram Julie Ingram is the CEO of Julie... - March 09, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide

DHM Productions Presents The World Premiere Musical Comedy, "Don't Hug Me, We're Family"

The world premiere of the musical comedy, Don’t Hug Me, We're Family, produced by DHM Productions, Inc., opened Feb. 16th at T. U. Studios in North Hollywood, CA, and runs through Mar. 25th. - March 07, 2018 - DHM Productions, Inc.

Faith & First Responders: Teen Christian Artist Releases New Album, Relentless, and Honors Heroes at Local Famfest

Teen Christian Contemporary Artist and Songwriter, Jennifer Jimenez officially released her first album, Relentless, on March 2, 2018. The album fuses contemporary Christian with gospel soul sounds, featuring eight original songs by Jennifer in collaboration with GRAMMY® Award winner, pianist, arranger and producer, Lannie Battistini under his music label, Hands In Motion Music. Jennifer is performing at Fishhawk’s FamFest 2018 in Lithia, Florida, honoring first responders and their families. - March 02, 2018 - Hands in Motion Music & Marketing

VOENA Spring Concert Season, "Voices of the Yesterday"

Warm, generous, enveloping and beautifully moving to see children express themselves in a joyous singing dance-like performance. Compelling voices with wow moments that just keep coming, VOENA presents a dynamic, refreshingly intimate show where the audience will experience a supreme new choral experience, bringing the audience in and out of songs from our yesteryears... a modern show for the whole family. - February 26, 2018 - VOENA

For the First Time in Saudi Arabia: Wendy Musical Play Performs Live in Riyadh

The General Entertainment Authority brought the Wendy Musical Play, which will be held for the first time in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and organized by LuxuryKSA. The Kuwaiti Wendy Band will perform a musical from 22nd till 24th of February in Riyadh, Dar Al Uloom, following their performance in... - February 23, 2018 - General Entertainment Authority

I Am Tango by Tango Lovers

Directly from Argentina and Uruguay, Tango Lovers Company arrives with a troupe of 24 world-class tango musicians, dancers and singers to bring “I Am Tango” to cities throughout the US starting April 14, 2018 for 15 days. The live music will be led by the young prodigy considered one of... - February 23, 2018 - Tango Lovers

HOA Manager Paul Mengert and President of Association Management Group Competes in 10th Annual "Dancing With The Carolina Stars"

Charity Competition Raised Money for Operation Smile - February 22, 2018 - Association Management Group, Inc.

Friday Night Sound Waves Returns for Its Third Season Bringing an Eclectic Range of Free Concerts to Fort Lauderdale Beach

Fort Lauderdale continues to prove itself as one of South Florida’s top music destinations with the release of the 2018 Friday Night Sound Waves artist lineup. Filling the gap between the area’s largest music festivals, Tortuga Music Festival in April and Riptide Music Festival in... - February 21, 2018 - Arianne Glassman

Santa Clarita School of Performing Arts (SCSOPA) & Michael Josten Aim to Lead the Entertainment Industry with a Stellar Reputation Training Models, Actors & Performers

Number one for the production of top actors, actresses, singers and models in the country, SCSOPA is one of the top rated performing arts schools in the country. The Santa Clarita School of Performing Arts can open doors for its students; giving them the tools to have a competitive edge in this ever-competitive industry. - February 16, 2018 - Santa Clarita School Of Performing Arts

Trumpeter Bob Wagner Releases Ground-Breaking Debut Recording Toot Suite

With this release of "Toot Suite," available from all major on-line music retailers, trumpeter Bob Wagner becomes the first American-born musician to record this widely-heard but rarely-recorded suite for trumpet and jazz trio in its entirety. - February 16, 2018 - Jump City Music Inc

Ben Dunham Partners with Award-Winning Songwriter Dave Gutter on New Single, Talkin’ Down

Produced in the Halo Studio of Portland Maine, Ben Dunham and Dave Gutter come together to create a raw and gritty duo on this exclusive track. - February 12, 2018 - Ben Dunham Music

Treading Water. A Female Led, Directed & Written Comedy Play at Vault Festival.

Treading Water is a sweet tale about grabbing the bull by the horns, taking a risk, and making something – anything, happen. With snappy dialogue, moments of slapstick and some great laugh out loud moments, this is a hilarious and truly heart wrenching almost – love story. - February 12, 2018 - Subtle Paws

Playwrights Local Announces 2018 Play Lab & Spring Workshops

Third annual series of new plays and free workshops presented March 17-18 at Waterloo Arts and April 6 at None Too Fragile. - February 10, 2018 - Playwrights Local

Women in Comedy Combines Laughter and Empowerment at "A Love Letter to Myself" in D.C.

"A Love Letter to Myself" features a variety of comedy acts and a diverse group of powerful, female pillars in the D.C. community reading love letters on stage. - February 10, 2018 - Women In Comedy

L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theatre Performs “When Gilhooly Was in Flower” at the Scientology Information Center

On Saturday February 10th, the L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theatre will perform their first show of 2018 at the Scientology Information Center of When Gilhooly Was in Flower*. First published in August 1938 in the Romantic Range Magazine, this action-packed Western romance tells the story of Mary Ann... - February 09, 2018 - Church of Scientology

San Francisco International Arts Festival Detailed 2018 Performance Program Released

Down by the Riverside; A Pirouette with Asia II; La Cirque Femme; the Rise of Music; Losers + Dragons + Queer A.I.; Calendar Editors Please Note: Who: Multiple Artists; What: San Francisco International Arts Festival; Where: Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture; When: Thursday May 24 – Sunday June 3; Tickets & Information: www.sfiaf.org or 415-399-9554; Photo Images Available on Request - February 08, 2018 - San Francisco International Arts Festival

PlayingCardDecks.com Releases Monster Playing Card Deck on Kickstarter

Add a terrifying twist to your game or your magic act with these new Monster-inspired playing cards conceptualized by Will Roya and designed by Joe M. Ruiz. The monsters are cartoonishly rendered to be kid-friendly and also appealing to adults with a taste for the macabre. Complete with monsters like vampires and werewolves, these cards were designed for the collectors and enthusiasts in mind. Be sure to visit kickstarter.com to back this project before its February 28, 2018 deadline. - February 07, 2018 - PlayingCardDecks.com

The Quest for Don Quixote | Indiana Premiere

Fat Turtle Theatre Company jumps into their second production as a company to bring out the hilarious adaptation The Quest for Don Quixote by Mark Brown. Inspired by the novel The Ingenious Hidalgo Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Produced in association with Dramatic Publishing. The show will be premiering at the Theater at the Fort in Lawrence, IN. - February 07, 2018 - Fat Turtle Theatre Company

American Public Television Co-Produces and Syndicates “Jesus: Countdown to Calvary,” with Hugh Bonneville, for Easter 2018

Co-produced by RTÉ, American Public Television (APT) and ARTE, and releasing on public television stations nationwide March 1, 2018, “Jesus: Countdown to Calvary” is a new documentary, syndicated by APT (aptonline.org), in which actor Hugh Bonneville (Notting Hill, Downton Abbey,... - February 06, 2018 - American Public Television

Lovail Long Investment and Vernon Williams Presents, LLC Announce Partnership

Introducing the partnership of Lovail Long Investment and Vernon Williams Presents, LLC. Some would call them an odd couple but these two entrepreneurs are creating their own lane by partnering to produce theatrical gold in the nation’s capital. - February 03, 2018 - Vernon Williams Presents

Vernon Williams Presents, LLC & Lovail Long Investment Announces New Stage Play, “What Your Man Won’t Do” Starring Grammy Nominated Raheem DeVaughn

Vernon Williams and Lovail Long are proud to announce, What Your Man Won’t Do - Stage Play. Set in a modest suburban neighborhood, this play follows the married life of Karla and Marc that has fallen victim to conformability. Starring BET Award Winning and Grammy Nominated singer/songwriter, Raheem DeVaughn, BET Sunday’s Best and Steller Award Winner, Y’Anna Crawley, and the Prince of Go-Go, Anwan Glover. - February 03, 2018 - Vernon Williams Presents

Selections at HollyWeb Festival Include Allison Janney, Eric Roberts, Richard Hatch

HollyWeb Festival announces 2018 Official Selections, which include independent works from 14 countries, and feature the work of Allison Janney, Eric Roberts and Wesley Taylor. The final performance of Richard Hatch will also be screened. Screenings and panels will take place April 5-8 at Universal Citywalk, Hollywood. - February 01, 2018 - HollyWeb Festival

Endless Night Vampire Ball Returns to Los Angeles; February 23rd, the Globe Theatre

The Endless Night Vampire Ball returns to Los Angeles at The Globe Theatre with special performance by G Tom Mac. - February 01, 2018 - Vampire Ball

Teen Pageant Event in Atlanta; Naomi Akodjo, Local Young Lady Competes for the Miss Teen Title

Selected to participate in the next teen pageant event in Atlanta, Naomi Akodjo is looking for more sponsors. - January 30, 2018 - Naomi Akodjo

Co-Create a Sonic Healing Wave for Earth on February 14

“Send a Healing 'AH' sound to the planet with your voice! Attend or plan a World Sound Healing Day event,” says Jonathan Goldman, founder. Visit www.worldsoundhealingday.org for details. Tune in to a special 2-hour live radio show February 14, 11 am ET (US). The live show features a global sound healing, award winning music, top spiritual scientific guests, and a new 10-minute WSHD sound meditation from Goldman. Jonathan and Andi Goldman will host at Healing Sounds Radio~www.healthylife.net. - January 29, 2018 - Joan Vann PR

North Coast Rep Explores the Accidental Nature of Life in "This Random World"

By Steven Dietz; Performances Beginning Wednesday, February 21, 2018; Running Through Sunday, March 18, 2018; Directed by David Ellenstein - January 27, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre

New eBook Sheds Light on Hollywood’s Unknown Secrets of Independent Film

Multi Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Shane Stanley (Gridiron Gang) is releasing "What You Don't Learn in Film School: A Complete Guide to (Independent) Filmmaking,” a no holds barred, transparent look at making movies from concept to delivery, a compilation of his 30 plus years producing films at both the studio and independent levels. The book touches on every aspect of filmmaking including various distribution platforms to open the reader's eyes to walk a maze of sales traps and vague promises. - January 23, 2018 - Industry Insider

Belinda King to Debut New Productions Aboard Color Line

British production company teams up with new generation of creatives. - January 22, 2018 - Belinda King Creative Productions

The Rose of New England Women's Music Festival, Norwich, CT

The Rose of New England Women's Music Festival is a multi-genre music festival featuring local, regional and national artists. The festival will take place on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the Strange Brew Pub, on 86 Water Street, in Norwich, Connecticut. - January 20, 2018 - The Rose of New England Women's Music Festival

Stand-Up Comedy School Dominates RAW Comedy

One thing is different in this year’s 2018 RAW Comedy heats. While there is still a strong buzz of competition in the air, many of the wannabe comedians know each other well – very well in fact. That’s because many, 15 to be specific, are alumni of the School of Hard Knock... - January 16, 2018 - School of Hard Knock Knocks

Leander High School Presents The Addams Family Musical Comedy

The Addams Family Musical Comedy presented by Leander High School Theatre, Jan 18-21. Senior and student discounts included. - January 14, 2018 - Leander High School Theatre

Theology of Prince by United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities

Even though Prince was an internationally renowned artist, little is known about the impact of religion and spirituality on his music and artistic expression. Through this Call for Submissions on the Theology of Prince, United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities will curate and publish art, poems, essays, and academic papers from a variety of religious, spiritual, and theological perspectives. - January 09, 2018 - United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities

Linda Purl Stars in "The Year of Magical Thinking" at North Coast Rep

Linda Purl, stage, movie and television veteran actress, stars in a one-woman tour-de-force performance: The Year of Magical Thinking at North Coast Repertory Theatre, directed by Jenny Sullivan. Based on Joan Didion’s National Book Award winning memoir, “The Year of Magical... - January 06, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre

Popular Instagram Poet to Compete at the All-Arizona Poetry Slam Championship

Instagram poet and author Alexander Bentley will take center stage, with thirteen other spoken word artists, at Arizona's state poetry slam championship on Saturday, January 13th. A fierce competition of words and wit is expected to entertain poetry ethenusaists with a 3-hour memorable event. - January 05, 2018 - Alexander Bentley

General Entertainment Authority Hosts "Americas Got Talent" Shows in Riyadh

As part of the General Entertainment Authority winter calendar that includes diversified theatric and artistic events in different cities across the Kingdom, GEA hosted "America’s Got Talent" live shows for the first time in the Kingdom and across the Middle East. The "Got... - December 26, 2017 - General Entertainment Authority

2018 Plays by Young Writers Festival

Plays by Young Writers, a festival of winning scripts from the 33rd annual California Young Playwrights Contest. - December 26, 2017 - Playwrights Project

The L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theatre Celebrated the Holiday Season with Their Final Performance of the Year

On December 16th, the L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theatre performed Mr. Hubbard’s Pulp-Fiction Classic, When Shadows Fall, to a packed house at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. - December 22, 2017 - Church of Scientology

"Down by the Riverside" Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. San Francisco International Arts Festival Announces 2018 Program

SFIAF is pleased to announce its 2018 Program that will run exclusively at the Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture from May 24–June 3. Early Bird Tickets will go on sale on Thursday, March 1. The Festival will continue its commitment to promoting and presenting artistic work that focuses on issues of social justice and civil and human rights. In 2018 the theme "Down by the Riverside" will look to inspire a new generation of Americans to become politically active and engaged citizens. - December 11, 2017 - San Francisco International Arts Festival