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.
New Frosty Prince Takes Center Stage
Local Ballet Company, California Contemporary Ballet, Presents “The Legend of Jack Frost”; Original Story with New Choreography, Original Music, Sets and Costumes to Premiere at Glendale Community College Theater, December 20 and 21. - December 19, 2014 - California DanceArts
Talent Quest Karaoke Singing Contest Contracting Director of Operations for International Affairs
CEO's of the USA-based Talent Quest Karaoke Singing Contest, Allan MacDonald and Denise Franklin announced today that Cindy Bellelli of Bellelli Productions will be joining Talent Quest as the Director of Operations for International Affairs. Allan MacDonald states “Bellelli Productions... - December 18, 2014 - Bellelli Productions
Phantom of the Opera Couture
Tied in a Bow presents Phantom of the Opera as told through high-end editorial fashion. - December 17, 2014 - John Mathis Photography
In a Storm of a Music Video Debut, Redrum Bares Originality
Redrum releases his Debut Video, taking a chance by filming the intro relating to an iconic movie in from the 80's that fit what he was trying to convey through the song. Fast paced, innovative and gritty, the video shows the artist burst on to the scene going down a certain road while being shot... - December 16, 2014 - Mekanizm Records
The Musical EDGES to be Presented as a Year End Benefit for Slow Burn Theatre Company and West Boca High Drama Department
Slow Burn Theatre will present EDGES, a musical, for a special two-night run December 18 & 19, 2014 as a joint fundraiser with the West Boca Drama Department. - December 09, 2014 - Slow Burn Theatre
Jesus Christ Superstar Icon Ted Neeley Releases Music Video for Christmas Single "O Holy Night" from His Current Release "Rock Opera"
Broadway Stage Legend and Jesus Christ Superstar Icon Ted Neeley releases his first music video for the Christmas single “O Holy Night” from his album Rock Opera. The performance features a dramatic, hard-rocking version of the Holiday Classic combines Neeley’s famous vocal... - December 08, 2014 - Ted Neeley
Writers Ages 12-18 See Their Plays Come to Life at The Old Globe
Playwrights Project will produce its 30th annual festival of Plays by Young Writers at The Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre in the Conrad Prebys Theatre Center at The Old Globe on January 22 - February 1, 2015. The festival will feature winning scripts from its California Young Playwrights Contest for ages 18 and under. - December 03, 2014 - Playwrights Project
Michigan Philharmonic Presents "Miniature Masterpieces"
Michigan Philharmonic Chamber Concert at St. John's in Plymouth. - December 02, 2014 - Michigan Philharmonic
Keci Releases New Album, "Shedding Scales," and Gets Ready to Take the Show on the Road
Keci, an Atlanta-based singer, songwriter, rapper, and recording artist gets ready to take the show on the road to perform songs from her recently released new album, "Shedding Scales," that was released last month on Tuesday, October 21, 2014 through Joe Anthony Productions. - November 28, 2014 - Joe Anthony Productions
The Smash Group Releases 18 Year Old Solo Artist, Dylan Hartigan and Love Seems to be Awake Video
The Smash Group is proud to announce the release of 18 year old singer and songwriter, Dylan Hartigan. In addition to his growing music career, Dylan is a successful actor, acting professionally since he was 3 years old. In 2004 he was featured in his first film, "The Stepford Wives." At... - November 25, 2014 - The Smash Group
Jaco the Film Approaches the Finish Line, and Partners with PledgeMusic for the Final Details
Call it a labor of love. Call it the portrait of a true legend. Call it an absorbing overview of one man's incredible journey and the many, many passengers who joyfully came aboard for the ride, and call it one of the most engaging artist documentaries you will ever see. It's called Jaco - A... - November 22, 2014 - Jaco: The Documentary
New Theatrical Work to Honor Wounded Warriors Ohio Dance Theatre Creates Multi-Media Ballet for Families of Veterans with PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury
Ohio Dance Theatre premieres new work entitled Blood Stripe in April 2015 as part of Cleveland Public Theatre’s DanceWorks’ 15 series. The dance in 4 scenes is inspired by and created to tell the story of an OIF/OEF Marine and his family, and is a memorial to those who came before and are still to follow. The name of the piece comes from Marine jargon that references the red band on dress uniform trousers worn by officers and NCO’s symbolizing blood shed by marines in war. - November 18, 2014 - Ohio Dance Theatre
Sony Veteran Music Group 4TROOPS is Auditioning New Members
The Center for American Military Music Opportunities (CAMMO) is launching worldwide auditions to find new members for the Sony Music Veteran Group, 4TROOPS. - November 17, 2014 - Center for American Military Music Opportunities
Holiday Pops Concerts Featuring Peter Breinholt
Peter Breinholt Christmas with the Oquirrh Mountain Symphony and the Cottonwood Heights Orchestra; Friday, 5. December, 7:30 pm, Midvale Middle School, Guest Conductor, Kayson Brown; Saturday, 6. December, 7:30 pm, Butler Middle School, Guest Conductor, Shaun Davis. - November 15, 2014 - Oquirrh Mountain Symphony
Taylor Swift Tickets in High Demand According to eCityTickets.com
Fans are headed to “Wonderland” as Taylor Swift brings the “1989 World Tour” to major cities across North America in 2015. Taylor Swift tickets are on sale now for all price ranges including VIP, Meet and Greet and special Fan Packages at many venues while they last, according to eCity Tickets. - November 14, 2014 - eCity Tickets
Long Island’s Only Local Storytelling Slam: A Great Evening and an Opportunity to Plug Your Business, Service, or Event
This slam is Long Island's first and only local storytelling event and has a unique twist. Four storytellers and only one of them is telling the unvarnished truth. By the end of the evening the whole truth comes out with the help of the audience, who is as funny and smart as the storytellers. And there's a section called PLUGS when anyone can plug their business, event or website. - November 11, 2014 - Lifestage, Inc
Comedicenss! The Quest for the Essence of Comedy! Now an Official Part of the 2014 Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival, World Premiere on Saturday, Nov. 8th.
Comedicness! The Quest for The Essence of Comedy! is having its world premiere at the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival this Saturday the 8th of November at Cinema Paradiso in Hollywood, Florida. Produced and directed by award winning local television producer/director, Kel Thompson and hosted by improvisational comedian, Jesse Furman - the cast-of-comedicness includes internationals a-list comedian Tom Cotter, Florida's Funniest Comedian winner, Ken Miller, DJs & up-coming comedians! - November 06, 2014 - Comedicness!
Five Lakes Silver Band Announces Availability of “Michigan” CD
Five Lakes Silver Band releases 5th Compact Disc, 3rd in the Great Lakes Series. - November 05, 2014 - Five Lakes Silver Band
A New Mascot Prepares to Hit the Streets of New York City
Eight-Foot Karate Sensei is Sure to Attract Attention; Superhero vs. Warm and Fuzzy - November 04, 2014 - D-Dojo Karate
Jacob Lusk ft Layzie Bone "Brainfreeze" CD Release
Jacob Lusk has been working with national hip hop recording artist Layzie Bone from the previous music group, Group Bone Thugs and Harmony and now he is set to release his hit single "Brain Freeze" which will be available digitally on all worldwide retailers Tuesday, October 28th. - October 28, 2014 - Jacob Lusk
Glenn Gary Productions Proudly Presents International Magician Jeff McBride
Glenn Gary Productions announced today that it will be presenting International magician Jeff McBride for two nights at the Cabaret of Magic Interactive Theater in Venice Florida on October 29th and 30th, along with two additional nights at the regal Keating Theatre in beautiful downtown Sarasota... - October 21, 2014 - Cabaret of Magic
OTL “The Comp Ticket Underground” Expands to Indianapolis & St. Louis
Audience Resources LLC announced today the opening of two new OTL “The Comp Ticket Underground” markets. OTL St. Louis and OTL Indianapolis are now accepting members into the coveted invitation-only seat filler membership that puts its members on the ‘Comp List’ for local... - October 14, 2014 - OTL the Comp Ticket Underground
Decatur, Georgia to Host The 2014 RISE Awards
Tickets are available now for individuals and groups planning to attend the awards gala. To reserve, visit http://www.theriseawards.com - October 13, 2014 - eMediaCampaigns!
Vision Gymnastics and Visions Got Talent Makes a Strong Impact in the Community
Vision's Gymnastics and Vision's Got Talent continues to offer affordable gymnastics, dance, acting and much more to the community. Vision's no child left behind motto has made a big impact on the community. All students will be a star, holding local showcases for all students to perform in. Giving back to the community and mentoring today's youth is the vision of Vision. - October 13, 2014 - Vision's Got Talent and Visions Gymnastics
Nylon Fusion Theatre Company Announces the Artist for Their Short Play Festival “This Round’s On Us” on October 19-20, Featuring Emcee Craig muMs Grant
Nylon Fusion Theatre Company announces the artists for their quarterly short play festival “This Round’s On Us” on October 19-20, featuring ten new plays in two sets by guest writers and a new play by the evening’s emcee, LAByrinth Theater Company's Craig muMs Grant. Plays... - October 08, 2014 - Nylon Fusion Theatre Company
Announcing The Magic Monday EP, the Debut Release by Breedlove & Chew Fu
There’s no night like a New York City night, even if it’s a Monday. Get in on the magic with “The Magic Monday EP,” the debut EP from singer/songwriter Breedlove & producer Chew Fu. Featuring 4 electro-pop singles that will keep you going past midnight, The Magic Monday... - October 05, 2014 - Gully Entertainment LLC
Craftline Productions to Complete "Desperate Measures Film" - Fans Anticipate Completion
Craftline Productions, founder of Anora Media plans to complete "Desperate Measures Film" as fans anticipate its completion. - October 04, 2014 - Anora Media
The Eternal Space: A Two-Man Stage Play About NYC's Station Demolition Launches a Kickstarter Campaign
The show features never-before-seen photography of Penn Station. Kickstarter backers can enjoy rewards such as tours of Penn Station, limited edition gifts, photo prints and tickets to the show. - October 02, 2014 - The Eternal Space
Andre Delano, Jackson State Alumnus, Performing at Duling Hall in Jackson -- Live Performance by Singer/Saxophonist Friday, October 10th
Lockhart Events and 7th Note Entertainment, Inc. are pleased to announce that smooth soul saxophonist, singer, and songwriter, Andre Delano (www.andredelano.com), will perform on October 10, 2014 at Duling Hall in Jackson, MS. The show, hosted by WKXI-FMs, Stan Branson, starts at 8:00 p.m. and... - October 01, 2014 - 7th Note Entertainment, Inc.
Award Winning Songwriter Introduces DARA
Award winning songwriter Benjamin Dara unveils his new band DARA. Recently they joined forces with Full Fidelity Management. To showcase the band's creativity and storytelling they have spent the last 4 months in the studio with engineer Joel Pack masterminding their debut album. - October 01, 2014 - DARA
NeuroMANIA Theartical Cirque Style Productions Live at Teatro Zaragoza in Tijuana Beginning October 4th
NeuroMama, Ltd. Is bringing live Cirque Du Soleil style entertainment productions to Tijuana, Mexico. NeuroMama, Ltd. (OTC: NERO) in joint partnership with the Institute of Culture of Baja California (ICBC) is announcing NeuroMANIA, a beautiful Theatrical and Cirque Style Production by the Dynasty of Soviet Epoch of Classical Cirque led by the father and son Anatoliy Miagkostoupov and Vladik Miagkostoupov. - October 01, 2014 - Neuromama.com
Swiftly Tilting Theatre Presents Cabaret Benefit for Reproductive Rights
Celebrated and up-and-coming artists share favorite stage and pop songs speaking of women’s strength and their freedom to participate equally in society, particularly in matters that directly affect their well-being. - September 25, 2014 - Swiftly Tilting Theatre Project, Inc.
How to Select the Right Entertainment Company
Even industry professionals agree party entertainment is critical to event success. Xplosive Entertainment has put some important points out there to help during this upcoming holiday and bridal season. - September 24, 2014 - Xplosive Entertainment
Japanese Taiko Master Eitetsu Hayashi to Perform in San Francisco
The U.S./Japan Cultural Trade Network and San Francisco International Arts Festival are pleased to present the San Francisco debut of the world renowned master of Taiko drumming, Eitetsu Hayashi, along with his ensemble EITETSU FU-UN no KAI at the 700 seat McKenna Theater on the main campus of San Francisco State University. The engagement is part of Eitetsu’s tour of the Americas as Japan’s Cultural Envoy that includes concerts in Cuba and Trinidad as well as the United States. - September 20, 2014 - San Francisco International Arts Festival
Zombie Prom 2014
Personal Space Theatrics is proud to present Zombie Prom 2014, with live performance by The Hollows, Jumbo Brown and Corn Mo. October 31st at Littlefield in Brooklyn NY. - September 18, 2014 - Personal Space Theatrics
Syracuse Poetry Group Celebrates Five Years of "Spokenword Poetry" at Syracuse Stage
The Underground Poetry Spot, a literacy group that began open mics and student workshops in Syracuse five years ago, is celebrating the city’s embrace and support of their unique style of poetry 8PM Friday at Syracuse Stage. - September 16, 2014 - Underground Poetry Spot
OTL The Comp Ticket Underground Launches Photo Contest
OTL, the leading seat filler company in the US, catering to over 20,000 members in 16 markets, announced today a photo contest with chances to win a $500 gift card to Ticketmaster, as well as OTL memberships. OTL, is managed by Audience Resources, LLC and Worldwide Seats, LLC. Otherwise known as... - September 14, 2014 - OTL the Comp Ticket Underground
Critically-Acclaimed “Professor Soap’s Music Music” Plays Live at This Year’s Artlando Festival in Orlando, FL on Saturday 9/27
From performing at Hard Rock Live to the 2014 Orlando Fringe Theater Festival, the lovable and critically-acclaimed “Professor Soap’s Music Machine” makes its next appearance at this year’s Artlando Festival. The festival, which is being produced in conjunction with the... - September 13, 2014 - Professor Soap
Bay Pointe Ballet Announces New Hires and Promotions for 2014/15 Season
Bay Pointe Ballet ramps up for a season of three full length ballets and its second annual New Work Series. - September 13, 2014 - Bay Pointe Ballet
First Ever Bhutan International Festival in the Himalayas – Feb 14-23, 2015 Brings Together 10 Days of Arts, Music, Film, a Full and Half Marathon, TED Talks and More
First Ever International Festival in The Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan – Feb 14-23, 2015 - September 09, 2014 - Bhutan International Festival
Cyrus Family Theater Brings Las Vegas' Red Skelton Tribute Show to Pigeon Forge
Brian Hoffman's 'Remembering Red - A Tribute to Red Skelton' is coming to Pigeon Forge's newest venue, the Cyrus Family Theater. Commencing Sept 25th with both an afternoon and evening show, Brian Hoffman will hit the stage with his prodigious performance paying tribute to one of "America's Favorite Clowns" - Red Skelton. - September 07, 2014 - Red Skelton Comedy Show
Tues Sept 9th - 7pm - NYC's Cutting Room - Nashville To New York: An Evening with the Songwriters Behind Some of Country Music’s Biggest Songs
www.CuttingRoomNYC.com - Details: Nashville To New York is an evening of hit songs and the stories behind them. Patterned after the famous “In The Round” writer nights at the legendary Bluebird Café in Nashville, Nashville To New York is hosted by Hall of Fame songwriter Gary Burr and hit songwriter Georgia Middleman. - September 05, 2014 - Nashville To New York
Talent Pages Has Acquired ActorsPages.org and is Now Serving 250,000 Members
TalentPages.com, one of the top websites for talent networking and independent movie casting in the US, featuring actors, models, dancers, singers, musicians, comedians and other performers has recently acquired ActorsPages.org. The site now has over +250k active members and over 1m visitors a... - September 04, 2014 - Talent Pages
‘SIUDY Between Worlds’ Returns to Florida with Orlando and Miami Performances
Internationally Acclaimed Flamenco Fusion Showcase Benefits Central Florida Pediatric Cancer Charity - September 04, 2014 - Be Brave Foundation
The Buzzings Bees of OpenJar Concepts® Welcomes Sheb Alahmari as Media Manager
OpenJar Concepts ®, Inc. (“OJC”) a Lead Generation Technology company with core competency in Direct Response and Brand Development, welcomes Sheb Alahmari to the position of Media Manager, where he will be overseeing the Performance Driven Network of local, regional and national media partnerships for OJC. - September 03, 2014 - OpenJar Concepts, Inc.
Two Guest Stars Join “The Black Larry David”
Veteran Actresses from Hollywood and London appear in web series based on “Curb Your Enthusiasm” - September 03, 2014 - Dwacon, Inc.
North Texas Youth Orchestra Names Medical Center of Lewisville Grand Theater as Its New Home
Youth Orchestra Selects Theater to Attract Regional Talent and Provide Top Quality Venue for Performances; Auditions Currently Underway - September 03, 2014 - North Texas Youth Orchestra
There's Something New About the August Issue of New Jersey Stage Magazine
The August 2014 issue of New Jersey Stage magazine is the first to have advertisers take advantage of the ability to change their ads each week. - August 26, 2014 - Wine Time Media
Metal All Stars Add Dates to 2014 Western European Tour and Announce VIP Meet & Greet Events
After a successful Eastern European tour last Spring, the Metal All Stars are returning to conquer the rest of Europe this fall with some exciting new additions to the line up and dates across Western Europe. As a tribute to its fans, the Metal All Stars will host VIP Meet & Greet events in each city to give the fans an opportunity to meet their favorite Metal All Star and get free merchandise - August 21, 2014 - Gabe Reed Productions
Conference of Celebrity Impersonators in Orlando
Over 100 Professional Celebrity Impersonators from Barack Obama to Cher to Bette Midler and Lady GaGa will travel and perform in Orlando, Florida for the 12th Annual Sunburst Convention of Celebrity Impersonators at The Florida Hotel & Conference Center. They network, showcase and party for over 3 days. September 24-28, 2014 in Orlando, FL. - August 20, 2014 - The Sunburst Convention