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.
Current Events Announces Final Show Featuring Seaton Smith from Fox’s Mulaney and Nick Vatterott from Comedy Central
After an uninterrupted eighteen month run, Current Events with Jarret Berenstein will have it’s final performance Friday November 20th at 7pm. The final show will take place at The Magnet Theater (254 E 29th St) and will feature standup from Seaton Smith (Fox’s Mulaney) and Nick Vatterott (Comedy Central, Conan). - November 14, 2015 - Jarret Berenstein
Dancing with the Rising Stars Benefit for Furniture Sharehouse November 18th
The Business Council of Westchester is hosting Dancing with the Rising Stars - a dance extravaganza to benefit Furniture Sharehouse. Five couples will dance their hearts out while competing for "Best in Show" and "Fan's Favorite". Tickets are available on-line at www.westchesterny.org. Benefit Details: The White Plains Performing Arts Center, 11 City Place, White Plains, NY 10601 November 18, 2015; Cocktails: 5:30pm - 6:30pm, Performance: 7:00pm - 9:00pm. - November 12, 2015 - Furniture Sharehouse
Detroit Unity Temples Welcomes the Mosaic Youth Theatre Group of Detroit in The Tempest
Detroit Unity Temple welcomes internationally acclaimed Mosaic Youth Theater Group of Detroit in their musical version of the classic play the Tempest. Production Date: Sunday, November 15, 2015 @ 4:30 p.m. Tickets: $15 & $8 (12 yrs old & under) The Tempest, by William... - November 12, 2015 - Detroit Unity Temple
For Things to do in Los Angeles, the L. Ron Hubbard Theatre Presents the Western Romance — “Tinhorn’s Daughter”
For family friendly things to do in LA, attend a live theater production of “Tinhorn’s Daughter” by L. Ron Hubbard on Saturday, November 7 with Academy of Western Artists (AWA) award winner and Western Music radio chart topper, Ian Espinoza, and on November 14 with a musical performance by the UK’s top swing band, The Jive Aces. - November 06, 2015 - Galaxy Press
"A Don't Hug Me Christmas Carol" is Coming Back to the New Century Theatre in Minneapolis
Back for its 9th year after 8 years of sold out performances, the award-winning musical comedy, "A Don't Hug Me Christmas Carol" is returning to the New Century Theatre, downtown Minneapolis, from November 27th thru January 3rd. - November 06, 2015 - DHM Productions
RAW:natural born artists Toronto Concludes Their 2015 Season with "UPRISING"
RAW:Toronto is pleased to announce an epic evening of everything art and out last show of 2015. Featuring Visual Art, Photography, Fashion, Music, Performance Artists, Accessories, Hair and Make-Up Artists. A fun and exciting evening of live performances, runway shows, live hair and make-up, accessory design and visual art displays. 40+ talented artists involved. - November 06, 2015 - RAW:natural born artists Toronto
2015 Marks 75th Year for L. Ron Hubbard’s “Fear”
Galaxy Press celebrates Diamond Jubilee for book that Stephen King called "one of the really, really good ones," - Fear, by L. Ron Hubbard - November 05, 2015 - Galaxy Press
Sweet Adelines International Names 2016 International Chorus Champion, Scottsdale Chorus
Scottsdale Chorus, representing Region 21, Golden West, was honored with the title of International Chorus Champion at the Sweet Adelines International Convention and Competition in Las Vegas this past October. Under the direction of Lori Lyford, the five-time Sweet Adelines International Chorus... - November 04, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Sweet Adelines International Names 2016 International Champion Quartet, Speed of Sound
Speed of Sound, a quartet from Region 14, Heart of The Blue Ridge, was crowned the title of International Champion Quartet at the Sweet Adelines International Convention and Competition in Las Vegas this past October. Speed of Sound won their first regional contest in Spring of 2012 and have been... - November 03, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Karen Breidert Receives Sweet Adelines International 2015 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award
Sweet Adelines International is pleased to announce Karen Breidert as the recipient of its 2015 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award. As a 43-year member, Breidert has committed her time and expertise to advancing the mission of the organization, serving as International President from 1998... - October 30, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
SongCat Helps Upcoming Songwriters by Giving Free Music and Career Advice from Industry Insiders Whose Credits Include Ray Charles, Toby Keith and George Strait
The music production company SongCat LLC will start a free video series in January 2016 providing advice and tips to aspiring songwriters by established industry insiders who won awards such as The CCMA Songwriter of the Year Award and the BMI Songwriter Award. - October 30, 2015 - SongCat LLC
Galaxy Press Attends Wild Western Festival for Performance of “Toughest Ranger” in Honor of Arizona Rangers with Proceeds Benefitting Arizona Cancer Kids
A live theatrical performance of L. Ron Hubbard’s “The Toughest Ranger” was held Saturday night at the Wild Western Festival raising charitable donations for the Arizona Cancer Kids charity that will result in special gift baskets to dozens of children with terminal cancer. - October 29, 2015 - Galaxy Press
L. Ron Hubbard Theatre Presents for Your Halloween Entertainment One of the First Zombie Stories Ever Written - "Dead Men Kill"
For family friendly things to do in LA, attend a live theater production of “Dead Men Kill” by L. Ron Hubbard on Saturday, October 31, which Fangoria Magazine calls, “frightful fun from yesteryear.” The special Halloween presentation will also feature a costume contest and all Zombies get in free. - October 28, 2015 - Galaxy Press
On Solid Ground Dance Convention and Tour Offers Innovative Development and Technique for Dancers
Multiple-city events through November 2015 will educate, inspire and build on dance techniques in two-day dance intensive workshop. - October 28, 2015 - Go Solid Ground
Dora Mae Productions Announces Alter EgoZ Improv Live
Hudson Valley Improv and BSP Kingston are proud to announce the first live show of Alter AgoZ Improv, a fully improvised live performance starring Samantha Jones, Michael Withall, Trista Polo & Liz DeNesnera, directed by Samantha Jones. Improv comedy has officially landed in the Hudson Valley... - October 24, 2015 - Hudson Valley Improv
The Ensemble Theatre Welcomes Holiday Season with Encore Run of Stepp Stewart’s A Soulful Christmas
Who/What: The Ensemble Theatre kicks off its holiday season with an encore run of the musical, Stepp Stewart’s A Soulful Christmas, Directed and Choreographed by Patdro Harris with musical direction by Carlton Leake. This African American tale is the story of two children who are taken on a... - October 21, 2015 - The Ensemble Theatre
The 2015 Geekie Awards Winners Are Named, Complete List of Top Creators in Digital Entertainment, Gaming, Comics, Art & Fashion
The 3rd Annual Geekie Awards took place at Club Nokia in Los Angeles, CA on October 15, 2015, with special guests Kevin Smith, Ernie Hudson, Jason Mewes, Michael C Gross and more. - October 20, 2015 - The Geekie Awards LLC
Karen P. Lim-Smith Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Karen P. Lim-Smith of Flower Mound, Texas has been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide in Times Square, New York City on the Reuter’s Billboard for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of music, music education and entertainment. About Karen P. - October 20, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
L. Ron Hubbard Theatre Presents the Turn of the Century China Adventure “Five Mex for a Million”
For family friendly things to do in LA, attend a live theater production of “Five Mex for a Million” by L. Ron Hubbard on Saturday, October 17 and 24, a story that takes place in early 1900’s China, when the Mexican peso was a main form of currency. - October 16, 2015 - Galaxy Press
Writers of the Future Contest Announces April 10, 2016 as Date for Hubbard Achievement Awards Event to be Held at Ebell Theatre in Hollywood, CA
Galaxy Press, publisher of bestselling science fiction anthology Writers of the Future, announces April 10, 2016 as date for Writers of the Future Volume 32 Hubbard Achievement Awards Ceremony where the 12 writer and 12 illustrator contest winners from around the world will be honored at the festive black tie gala. - October 16, 2015 - Galaxy Press
"In Limine," the Second Album of the Female Italian Singer Silvia Tancredi. New Gigs Announced in the US in the Spring.
After the release of the new radio single “I do it for you,” comes out in an all digital platform “In Limine” (Imagina Production/Edel), the new album of the Italian singer Silvia Tancredi. The LP consists of 11 tracks, including a cover “True Colors” by Cindy... - October 15, 2015 - Silvia Tancredi
The Dancing Fire Performs at Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen Ribbon-Cutting: Fire Dancers Dazzle Dignitaries at Grand Hyatt Opening
Los Angeles based entertainment company, The Dancing Fire, performed a specially crafted show for guests of the high esteemed Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen Resort's ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 9th. Guests included various celebrities, Hyatt representatives, & several government VIP's including Governor Roberto Borge Angulo & Senator Felix Gonzalez Canto. - October 14, 2015 - The Dancing Fire
Charles Weidman Dance Foundation's NYPL Preservation Project
The Charles Weidman Dance Foundation and the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts take steps to digitize and preserve the Weidman moving image archive in the Jerome Robbins Dance Division at Lincoln Center. - October 09, 2015 - The Charles Weidman Dance Foundation, Inc.
Swiftly Tilting Theatre Project Plays with Loneliness and Longing in Its Jazzy Holiday Production of Twelfth Night Starting December 24th
Local Queens theatre company presents alternative entertainment for the holiday season with their production of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. Set in a modern day jazz club, this production celebrates the hope of a new year and new love. - October 09, 2015 - Swiftly Tilting Theatre Project, Inc.
Women In The Arts & Media Coalition Announces 2015 Collaboration Award Winners
What: The Women in the Arts & Media’s Collaboration Awards winners have been announced. Awarded by Women in the Arts & Media Coalition, the Collaboration Awards recognizes women in the arts and media who successfully collaborate across disciplines to create new and influential work. - October 08, 2015 - Women in the Arts & Media Coalition
Performing Artist Partners with Arts-Focused Crowdfunding Site Hatchfund to Raise Book Funds to "Change the Performing Arts Field for the Better"
Performing Artist, Educator, and Artist Advocate Seth Lepore will launch a Hatchfund campaign to raise the money to write the "living document" entitled Ruthless Reciprocity. - October 08, 2015 - The Seth Lepore Project
The Dancing Fire Sets Singapore Formula 1 Ablaze: L.A. Fire Dancers Delight Grand Prix Fans
The recent Singapore F1 races were chock full of several exciting acts, including L.A. based "The Dancing Fire," which media outlets praised as “masterful” and “hypnotically stunning.” Men’s-Folio’s ranked the high-octane routines as their 2nd reason to attend the weekend. The company has been quickly growing in popularity since its 2012 inception, and now their fiery act is spreading globally. - October 07, 2015 - The Dancing Fire
Innovative Youth Self-Defense Program for Kids Opens New Location in Queens
Kidsafe Youth Programs, a leading martial arts program for children, is proud to announce the opening of a new location in Queens, New York. This innovative program enables families to learn the importance of self-defense and safety awareness in a rewarding environment at a very low cost. - October 01, 2015 - Kidsafe Youth Programs
L. Ron Hubbard’s Classic Tale of Creeping, Surreal Menace and Horror - "Fear" - Celebrates Its 75th Anniversary
Galaxy Press announces the 75th anniversary celebration of L. Ron Hubbard’s “Fear,” which was originally published in the July 1940 edition of Unknown Magazine, at the L. Ron Hubbard Theatre in Hollywood, CA on Saturday, October 31. - September 30, 2015 - Galaxy Press
Robert G. Vaughan Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Robert G. Vaughan of River Hills, Wisconsin has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements as an author. About Robert G. Vaughan Robert Vaughan is the author of three collections... - September 25, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Wilho F. Saari
Wilho F. Saari, of Naselle, Washington, has recently been recognized as a VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Performing Arts. - September 23, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
James Gerdeman Makes It Easy to Get His "Red Shirt Equal Rights" Play
Gerdeman has placed the script and the performance license on the print on demand site, Lulu for easy access for high schools and theater groups. This allows teachers and directors to acquire a copy of the script for review. Then they may order copies and acquire the performance licenses for the play that features the struggle of minorities that led to the implementation of laws Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. - September 22, 2015 - JDGerdeman
Rebtel Desi Dancers Take Over Times Square Giving Desnudas a Run for Their Money
Telecom Giant Rebtel Brings Topless Bollywood Dance to Times Square and Dances into the Center of Controversy - September 20, 2015 - Rebtel
Reception and Screening of New Short Film About Raúl Cañibano at Midpen Media Center in Palo Alto September 23, 7-9. Admission is Free.
The Midpen Media Center in Palo Alto, CA will host a special event and screening of a new short film about Cuban photographer Raúl Cañibano on Wednesday, September 23 from 7 to 9. Admission is free. Register for the event and learn more at www.cubacubanocanibano.com. “Cuba,... - September 16, 2015 - 2B Productions
Sweet Adelines International Celebrates 70 Years of Barbershop A Cappella Harmony in Las Vegas Style
Sweet Adelines International will celebrate its 70th anniversary during the 2015 International Convention and Competition at the world-famous MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, October 5-10. In addition to performances by the best female barbershop a cappella choruses and quartets... - September 14, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
C'est La Vie Quartet Named Sweet Adelines International’s 2015 Rising Star Quartet Champion
C’est La Vie Quartet took home the title of Sweet Adelines International’s 2015 Rising Star Quartet Champion on Aug. 8, 2015, in Phoenix, Ariz. Sounderella Quartet placed second, Sing-A-Ma-Jigs Quartet placed third, Zenith Quartet placed fourth, and Resonance Quartet placed fifth. Out... - September 14, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
New Collective, The Theorists, Bring Dance Outside with Free Full-Length Premiere
The Theorists, a new collaborative of Austin artists, presents their first evening-length work, "String Theory," on October 21 at the Zilker Hillside Theater, free and open to the public at 7 PM. - September 12, 2015 - The Theorists
Vienna-Falls Chorus Rehearsal Space Changes Location
Starting September 8, 2015 Vienna-Falls Chorus weekly rehearsals have a new home. - September 07, 2015 - Song of Sonoma Chorus
Charmaine Ultra Gold Gifting Suite (During Emmy Week)
The Primetime Emmy Awards are right around the corner and that can only mean one thing. Beverly Hills publicist Charmaine Blake's luxurious invitation only gifting suite The Ultra Gold Gifting Suite is back and better than ever on September 18 featuring a wide variety of elegant and stunningly... - September 03, 2015 - Charmaine PR Firm
Acadia Music Group, Inc. Presents David Scott Norton in Nashville 2015
Acadia Music Group's traditional country music singer, David Scott Norton, will be visiting Nashville in September. He will be attending Americana Music Festival 2015 from September 15th - 20th. - September 03, 2015 - Acadia Music Group, Inc.
Redrum Brings Authentic and Unique Romance with His New Video "When I'm with You" Ft. American Idol Singer Ashley Loren
The Video was filmed in South Beach, Staten Island by Monstar Films with the treatment written by Redrum. Showing visual shots of South Beach Boardwalk and Ocean, The location and story was important for the rapper, saying, "It's how we met, where all the romance, risk and good times happened and I wanted that to come out in the video," says Redrum. The Video was filmed both in the winter and summer until completion and features stunning vocals from American Idol singer Ashely Loren. - August 31, 2015 - Mekanizm Records
The Greenhouse Ensemble Proudly Presents: "God, Sex & Getting Even" by Frank Tangredi
Four guys share a suite in a college dormitory. They study, they play pranks, they eat pizza, they talk about everything under the sun. And they betray one another in ways that will shape the rest of their lives. The Greenhouse Ensemble presents the Premiere Production in their new home at Theater... - August 30, 2015 - The Greenhouse Ensemble
Crystal Skillman and Steve DiUbaldo Receive The Clifford Odets Ensemble Play Commission for The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute®
Shaun Peknic, of Once the Musical, and David Mendizabal receive The Lee Strasberg Directing Fellowship. - August 29, 2015 - The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute
NYC Theatre Debut: Sherry Glaser’s Herbal Comedy “Taking The High Road-Comic Confessions From Behind The Cannabis Curtain” - Drug Policy Alliance Benefit 9/19
NYC Theatre Debut: “Taking the High Road (Comic Confessions From Behind The Cannabis Curtain)” Performance Artist: Sherry Glaser Director: Ricci Dedola Producer: Love In It Productions For mature audiences. Saturday, Sept. 19 at 8 p.m. The Alchemical Theatre Laboratory 104 West 14th... - August 27, 2015 - Love In It Productions
Off-Broadway Solo Show Star and Prodigal Daughter Sherry Glaser Returns to New York Theater with Serious Comedies “Oh My Goddess!” and “Taking the High Road” 9/18 & 9/19
Battle scarred but unbroken, Sherry Glaser - whose “Family Secrets” holds the title of the longest running one-woman show in Off-Broadway history - returns to New York theater stages with “Oh My Goddess!” at the United Solo Festival Friday, Sept. 18. The next night she performs her very personal “Taking The High Road: Comic Confessions From Behind The Cannabis Curtain” at The Alchemical Theatre Laboratory as a benefit for Drug Policy Alliance, Saturday, Sept. 19. - August 26, 2015 - Love In It Productions
Silvia Tancredi from Turin to New York Under the Sign of Gospel Music
The Italian singer, Silvia Tancredi returns to the Big Apple for some concerts where she will perform - unplugged - in venues around Manhattan. The confirmed dates are: August 29, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Uncle Charlie's Piano Bar & Lounge, New York Sept. 5, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Leftfield NYC, 87... - August 25, 2015 - Silvia Tancredi
Stroud Fringe’s New “Cultural Haven”
Stroud Fringe has committed a whole venue to the pursuit of all things cultural over the August Bank Holiday weekend as part of the five year plan to broaden the artistic content of the event. Situated in Lansdown Gallery, with a limited capacity, the free events are shaping up to be just as popular as the music stages. - August 25, 2015 - StroudFringe
Booboo Stewart of X-Men and Twilight Saga Joins the Cast of Historic Native American 'Red Man's View' Movie
Stewart is "Miakoda" in the Native American drama 'Red Man's View.' - August 20, 2015 - Magic Introduction Co.
The Official Global Launch of "Jesus Gone Viral-Acts 4:12 Day" and Free Outreach Concert
Jesus Gone Viral-Acts 4:12 is a vibrant project with many arms. It is launching an official Jesus Gone Viral-Acts 4:12 Day and Free Outreach Concert on August 28th, 2015. The project also carries a Christian apparel line. More information can be found at the website: www.jesusgoneviral.com - August 19, 2015 - Jesus Gone Viral
Dracula - Presented by Brandon Ballet
Join Brandon Ballet and Artistic Director, Octavio Martin, for a night of mystery as he presents the 2nd Annual performance of the classical ballet Dracula. Be mesmerized by the dramatic tale of the infamous Count Dracula and his quest for power and love. The historical ambience of the Centro... - August 18, 2015 - Brandon Ballet