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.

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

Sherry Glaser’s “Taking The High Road - Comic Confessions From Behind The Cannabis Curtain” Will Land at Arcata Playhouse (Sept. 11): “In a World Gone Mad.”

Solo Performer Sherry Glaser, whose “Family Secrets” holds the title of the longest running one-woman show in Off-Broadway history, will bring her unique and cathartic “Taking The High Road: Comic Confessions From Behind The Cannabis Curtain” to the Arcata Playhouse for one night only on Sept. 11 at 8pm in Arcata, Calif. - August 18, 2015 - Love In It Productions

Riant Theatre's Strawberry One-Act Festival Announces 20 Semi-Finalists One-Act Plays Competing on Sunday, August 16 at the Tato Laviera Theatre in New York City

Audiences Vote for Strawberry One-Act Festival Finalists in the Theatre and On Demand Online. Special Matinee on August 16 of “One Drop: A Period Piece” Drama with Music by Andrea J. Fulton about African Americans and Passing for White in the South in 1800s. - August 16, 2015 - Riant Theatre

Laura Rathe Fine Art Presents Quartets by Tony Magar

Laura Rathe Fine Art introduces Quartets, a solo exhibition by second generation abstract expressionist Tony Magar, on view from September 12th through October 17th. Still painting at the age of eighty, Magar is one of the last surviving artists belonging to this most important, quintessentially American art movement. There will be an opening reception on Saturday, September 12th, from 6 – 9pm. - August 15, 2015 - Laura Rathe Fine Art

Comedy Hypnotist Don Barnhart Brings Award Winning Show to Kahunaville Showroom at Treasure Island Hotel & Casino

Just back from entertaining the troops in the Middle East, comedy hypnotist Don Barnhart will turn the audience into the stars of the show September 2nd at the Kahunaville Showroom inside the Treasure Island Hotel & Casino. - August 13, 2015 - Don Barnhart Entertainment

Draper Center Alum Soars Onto So You Think You Can Dance Top 10

Draper Center, the official training school for the Rochester City Ballet, is excited to announce student alumni, Jim Nowakowski, has made the Top 10 on So You Think You Can Dance continuing his journey to become America’s Favorite Dancer. Nowakowski stunned the judges with his Los Angeles... - August 13, 2015 - Draper Center for Dance Education

Acting Coach Bernard Hiller to Hold a Masterclass in LA with Academy Award Winning Guests

Hollywood's Premiere Acting Coach is inviting all aspiring actors to contact his studio to request an interview for his Career Changing LA Masterclass. - August 12, 2015 - Bernard Hiller

Missing Link Music Announces Independent Artist Colin McShane Now Signed to Music Publishing Administration Deal

Singer/songwriter Colin McShane and his publishing company Orphididies Productions, are likely to become household names very soon. With his music getting the attention it currently is, he is already well on the way in that direction. Having recently appeared in multiple television programs and even in a video game, this NYC based Singer/Songwriter is someone you’ll want to look out for; Mixing different styles seamlessly, and with a natural rebel’s energy, Colin’s music demands to be heard. - August 11, 2015 - Orphididies Productions

Ike and Val Woods Blues Band New CD Release "Movin Up"

August 26, marks the launch of the new Ike and Val Woods Blues Band CD "Movin Up" with a CD Release Party presented by Jay Royce Entertainment to be held at the fabulous Fusion Cafe in the Paradise Entertainment Mall in Davie Florida. The night will feature live performances by the Ike... - August 07, 2015 - Jay Royce Entertainment

L. Ron Hubbard Theatre Performance of "The Green God" Scheduled for Saturday, August 8 and 15

For things to do in LA, Attend a Live Theater Production of “The Green God” by L. Ron Hubbard. - August 05, 2015 - Galaxy Press

Beautiful Planning Marketing & PR Wins Legendary Moulin Rouge as Client for NYC “Best of France” Showcase

International PR Agency to Represent the Historic French Cabaret for their First Voyage to the US in 126 years. - August 01, 2015 - Beautiful Planning Marketing & PR

Mickey Mouse Club's 60th Anniversary is Celebrated with Fond Memories from a Mouseketeer Favorite

This year, 2015, marks the 60th anniversary of Walt Disney classic children's TV series, the Mickey Mouse Club having debuted in 1955. One of the Club's most talented and popular Mouseketeers, Bobby Burgess, celebrates the show's 60th year with his new book, "Ears and Bubbles - Dancing My Way from the Mickey Mouse Club to The Lawrence Welk Show." - July 30, 2015 - Bobby Burgess

Docutah International Film Festival Announces 2015 Lineup; 77 Films Range from Serious to Hilarious

DOCUTAH International Documentary Film Festival today announced its 2015 lineup. The Festival, now in its sixth season, receives submissions from all over the world with topics ranging from serious to hilarious. The films this year are filled with colorful characters, exotic locations and stories which are at times compelling, amazing, quirky and riveting. There really is something for everyone. - July 28, 2015 - Docutah

Sweet Adelines International 2015 Rising Star Competition

Sweet Adelines International will hold its 2015 Rising Star Quartet Competition Aug. 8, 2015, in Phoenix, Ariz., as 14 of the world’s best young female barbershop a cappella quartets vie for the coveted title. - July 24, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International

Upriise Announces SuperFan Contest – Campaign Against Ticket Scalping

Do you love going to concerts but hate buying tickets, or can’t afford the outrageous prices scalpers charge? Upriise is coming to your rescue. - July 24, 2015 - Upriise

American Ballet Theatre, The Royal Ballet, Bolshoi Theatre Former Soloists Among Draper Center’s Guest Faculty

Renowned Dancers Bring Expertise to Draper Center’s 4-Week Professional Training Progra - July 24, 2015 - Draper Center for Dance Education

Blues Documentary Born in Chicago Partners with Pledgemusic for a Fan Funded Campaign

“Late in his career, Muddy Waters recorded a song called ‘The Blues Had a Baby and They Named It Rock and Roll.’ That, in a nutshell, is the story told in the new documentary ‘Born in Chicago’.” – Larry Rohter, The New York Times - July 22, 2015 - Skyrocket Ent

Puritan Productions is Announcing a New Play "A Wretch Like Me" the Story of Grace, Amazing Grace in Garland, Texas. Premiers in October 2015.

Following the acclaimed performances of The Pilgrim's Progress in the Fort Worth Cultural Arts District and the Garland Arts Center, Puritan Productions premieres "A Wretch Like Me" The Story of Amazing Grace, in historical drama, with ballet and chorus. This play is based on the biography of John Newton (1725-1807), an Anglican clergyman and former slave ship master. John Newton is perhaps best known as the author of the world-famous hymn, Amazing Grace. - July 22, 2015 - Puritan Productions

Daughter/Mother Duo Drive to End Bullying & Child Obesity

Jordynn Lurie, a high school senior, started 501(c)(3) Dance for the Heart and has planned a drive from NY to S. Florida to bring dance and discussion to organizations such as Boys & Girls clubs. The program is to get children moving and dancing who might not have access to dance otherwise and bring awareness to childhood obesity and bullying. She'll travel with her mother, author of the Tomgirlz chapter book series which focuses children on what bullying is NOT. - July 21, 2015 - Dance for the Heart

Lightsaber Fights at the Washington Nationals

Jedi Saber Combat is thrilled to be appearing at the Washington Nationals Star Wars Day! What Star Wars fan hasn't dreamed of being a Skywalker; of fighting the forces of evil (or good!) with one of those magical glowing blades? For a group of eleven friends known as Jedi Saber Combat, they don't... - July 17, 2015 - Jedi Saber Combat

Atlanta Symphony Associates Announce 2015 – 2016 Board of Directors

The Atlanta Symphony Associates (ASA), the all-volunteer guild of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO), today announces its Board of Directors for the 2015 – 2016 season. The new slate of leaders, joining Camille Kesler as President for the second year in a row, is committed to continuing the... - July 16, 2015 - Atlanta Symphony Associates

The Tao of Improv Workshop: The Basics of Healing Harp

The Tao of Improv teaches harpists to use Taoist principles of Yin and Yang to create improvised healing music. This 2-hour class focuses on “Grounding Music,” which helps soothe the body, mind and soul. With the Angel Harp Academy, the class is taught by Cymber Lily Quinn, Reiki master and holistic harpist. Her improvised healing CD, “Seasons of the Soul” won a Big Island Music Award, and was featured on NPR’s Hearts of Space. www.Cymber.com. - July 14, 2015 - Cymber Lily Quinn | harpist, composer, biz coach

Sweet Adelines International Celebrates 70th Anniversary of Barbershop A Cappella Harmony