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.
The Voice of Firestone: George London in Opera and Song Available on DVD April 30
Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of George London in Opera and Song, a new addition to The Voice of Firestone series available on April 30, 2013. Canadian-born bass-baritone George London (1920-1985) made a tremendous impact on the operatic world in the course of a fifteen-year career... - April 04, 2013 - Kultur International Films Ltd
"For The Life Of Bryan Show" - Tulsa Musicians and Family Rally to Raise Funds for Friend and Retired Tulsa Fire Captain Battling Brain Tumor
Local musicians Charlie Redd and The Full Flava Kings, The Blue, Zen Hipster, Sweatin Bullets, and Freakshow look to raise funds for friend, local music producer and retired Fire Captain battling brain tumor. - April 03, 2013 - Friends Of Bryan
Brennan Rock & Roll Academy Opening Raises $1.2 Million
Gene Simmons Makes Surprise Guest Appearance During Celebrity-Packed Events. - April 03, 2013 - Brennan Rock & Roll Academy
Matt McKee Photography Asks: What Are You Rising for?
Matt McKee put that exact question to the cast of Cambridge Cooperative’s production of The Vagina Monologues and the answers might just surprise you. See them at http://youtu.be/E1olkDuwATM. To show support for the One Billion Rising movement, the biggest mass global action to end violence... - April 03, 2013 - Matt McKee Photography
CSIRI Sponsors Jessi Dancing for Liberty in Anacortes, WA
CSIRI, the Computer Social Impact Research Institute, a local 501©(3) sponsors Jessi Bowe, dancing for Liberty in Anacortes, WA, 2013. - April 03, 2013 - Computer Social Impact Research Institute, Inc.
Project Moves Dance Company Airs Anti-Bullying Performance Live Online
Project Moves Dance Company, Inc., the resident company of The Gold School of Dance Art in Brockton, Mass., is proud to present I AM…when being yourself is enough. While the two performances will be held at Bridgewater/Raynham High School in Massachusetts on Friday, April 5, 2013 and Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 7:30 pm, the Company is airing a portion of the show online for their supporters around the world. Tune into www.facebook.com/projectmoves at 8:45 ET on Sunday, April 6th to view. - April 02, 2013 - Project Moves Dance Company
The Voice of Firestone Voice of Firestone: Eleanor Steber in Opera and Oratorio
The Voice of Firestone Eleanor Steber in Opera and Oratorio Available on DVD April 30 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release ofEleanor Steber in Opera and Oratorio from the Voice of Firestone Series available April 30, 2013. Eleanor Steber (1914-1990) is remembered as perhaps the greatest... - April 02, 2013 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Dancing Dreams Rings the NASDAQ Stock Market Opening Bell
Dancing Dreams, a non-profit that helps children with physical challenges dance, at NASDAQ to ring the opening bell in celebration of their 2013 dance performance "Broadway Babes." The Dancing Dreams performance of "Broadway Babes" takes place Sunday, April 28 at 1:00pm at The Mary Louis Academy in Queens, NY. Broadway actor Dan Domenech of Rock of Ages and MSG Network sports commentator and Dancing Dreams spokesperson Al Trautwig were on hand to ring the bell. - March 28, 2013 - Dancing Dreams
Popular Show Book of Mormon London Wooing Audiences at the Prince of Wales Theatre London
A comical satire, the Book of Mormon has commenced its journey at the Prince of Wales Theatre London. The musical takes audiences of the venue to the Uganda. It is the struggle of two Mormon missionaries who struggle to educate the native there about their Holy Scripture. - March 28, 2013 - Prince of Wales Theatre
Former Soldier Turned Actor Finds Success Through Casting Hub
From deployment to show biz, Jeff Jessner shares his story of success. - March 27, 2013 - CASTINGHUB
The Best of Broadway's Burlesque
Burlesque, a hot evening of entertainment. Offering favorite Broadway Burlesque tunes woven into the story of seven sisters looking for love. Sizzling sexy costumes, beautiful girls, memorable music with plenty of laughs. - March 26, 2013 - Applause Academy MA, Inc.
An Evening of Broadway's Burlesque
Burlesque, a hot evening of entertainment. Offering favorite Broadway Burlesque tunes woven into the story of seven sisters looking for love. Sizzling sexy costumes, beautiful girls, memorable music with plenty of laughs. - March 26, 2013 - Applause Academy MA, Inc.
"Romancing the West" Tour Kicks Off Historical Concerts at Main Street Theaters in April
Woodstock Legend, “Melanie,” (Brand New Key), to headline “Romancing the West Legacy Tour” in April, in her first West Coast Tour in Years. Melanie Safka headlines, “Romancing the West,” an epic documentary style concert taking theater patrons on a time traveling journey through 240 years of the American West. - March 25, 2013 - Romancing the West
Red Skelton Tribute Show at Westin on Flamingo Celebrates 2 Year Anniversary in April 2013
Celebrating in style, Red Skelton Tribute Show reaches a milestone on April 19th 2013. This day marks the 2 year anniversary of what has become an afternoon favorite at the Westin Las Vegas Hotel and Casino. - March 25, 2013 - Red Skelton Comedy Show
World Premiere of Lisa Phillips Visca's "Raise Me Up"
Old world tradition meets new world reality. A spellbinding love story told with humor and heart. A true story about a “moonstruck” couple’s forbidden love and the hilarity and pathos from their deeply passionate Italian-Greek families, and how they spent their last day on Earth together. - March 23, 2013 - Santa Monica Group Theatre/Santa Monica Playhouse
One of the Biggest Music Events for Kids in the DFW Area Coming on April 14th
On April 14, over 500 kid and teen musicians from School of Rock’s locations all over DFW will descend upon Dallas’ Deep Ellum neighborhood for an entire day of their own unique rock and roll festival called Rockstravaganza. This will be SoR’s third Rockstravaganza and it has been highly successful in its goals, namely creating awareness of talented students and bands, but also in raising money for the school’s scholarship program (School of Rock Scholarship Fund 501(c)3. - March 22, 2013 - School of Rock
Cast Change Announced for Jersey Boys
Change of cast has been announced for Jersey Boys London show. From 12th March 2013, Edd Post who at present plays Swings will now be portraying Bob Gaudio while David McGranaghan will make appearance as Nick Massi. Ryan Molli will continue to play Frank Valli and Jon Lee will continue to replace... - March 22, 2013 - Prince Edward Theatre
CEP Film for Britain’s Got Talent Featuring Stilt Entertainers
CEP have been filming for the opening of Britain's Got Talent, which will be aired in April. - March 21, 2013 - Corporate Entertainment Professionals
Jeff Macauley Sings Norman Gimbel at NYC's Don't Tell Mama Saturday, March 30th at 7:30pm, Presented by Cabaret Obscura
Jeff Macauley sings the lyrics of Norman Gimbel in "It Was Me." Norman Gimbel wrote the words to Girl From Ipanema, Sway, Killing Me Softly With His Song, the theme to Wonder Woman and many other pop standards of the last 60 years. Jeff Macauley is a Backstage Magazine's Bistro Award winning singer specializing in classic American Pop of the last 80 years. - March 20, 2013 - Cabaret Obscura
Wizard of Oz Ballet
It’s The Charlotte Youth Ballet’s The Wizard of Oz performance at the Knight Theater! - March 18, 2013 - Charlotte Youth Ballet
The Amazing Bubble Man Returns to Delight Young and Old Alike at Edgemar Center for the Arts
Back by Popular Demand: The Amazing Bubble Man Returns to Delight Young and Old Alike at Edgemar Center for the Arts; Fun for the Whole Family Starts Again on June 22. - March 17, 2013 - Edgemar Center for the Arts
2013 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival: A Cultural Feast
San Francisco’s colorful Japanese quarter will burst into full bloom on the weekends of April 13-14 and 20-21, 2013, when members of Northern California’s Japanese American community gather to present their 46th Annual Cherry Blossom Festival. - March 14, 2013 - Sakura Matsuri Inc.
Integral Ballet in Merrick Reveals Expanded Studio Space at March 9th Ribbon Cutting
Integral Ballet, a non-profit ballet school and pre-professional training company in Merrick recently launched an expanded second studio for their corps de ballet rehearsals, adult classes, special needs classes, and to enhance the schedule of professional-track and recreational classes for students. - March 14, 2013 - Integral Ballet
New Album Release for The Remus Tucker Band - The Remus Tucker Band: South of New Orleans
The Remus Tucker Band has just released their new album "The Remus Tucker Band: South of New Orleans." - March 13, 2013 - Remus Tucker, LLC
The Second Annual Take Two Film Festival in New York City Set for April 5-7 Following Postponement Due to Sandy
Three-day festival will feature 56 independent films from 14 countries at the historic Theatre 80 St. Marks in the East Village. - March 12, 2013 - Take Two Film Festival
Nuafrikan Theatre Announces the Cast of Broken Motherhood Museum
Broken motherhood museum Premiers on April 26, 2013 at the 133rd Street Arts Center in Harlem, NY. - March 12, 2013 - NuAFrikan Theatre
Christine Padovan – the Voice of a New Innovative Erotica Series: Entwined
Voice artist and audiobook narrator, Christine Padovan is the voice behind a new innovative romance/erotica series called "Entwined," which brings authors and fans together in one immersive experience. - March 10, 2013 - Christine Padovan
Mayors Issue “Celebrate the Arts In Our Schools Week” Proclamations for Wake Education Partnership
All 12 Wake County Municipalities Declare March 10-16 a Week for Arts Celebration in Local Schools - March 10, 2013 - Wake Education
NC Theatre Announces Clay Aiken and Tony-Award Winner Beth Leavel to Star in The Drowsy Chaperone
North Carolina Theatre (NCT), now celebrating their 30th Anniversary Season as the region’s premier producer of professional Broadway musicals, is thrilled to announce that Clay Aiken will star in their upcoming production of The Drowsy Chaperone running May 7th through May 12th for eight... - March 10, 2013 - NC Theatre
Stephens Brings "Credence" to Film
Irish-American actor, model, writer and producer Richie Stephens announces the release of his latest short film. - March 08, 2013 - Richie Stephens
Sounds, Leaps and Bounds for Le Grand Jete
Golden Age stylized musical titled "Le Grand Jete" with a 21st century edge green lit for film production. Co-written by Larry Wilson (Bettlejuice, Addams Family) and Alice L. Walker. - March 08, 2013 - A Sorta Fairytale
YesStyle.com and YesAsia.com Serve as Online Sponsors of Show 2013 World Live Tour – Over the Limit in Singapore
Online retailers YesStyle and YesAsia proudly served as Online Sponsors of Show 2013 World Live Tour – Over the Limit in Singapore. One of Asia's most famous pop acts, Show Luo staged the Singapore leg of his 2013 world tour on March 1 at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. The Taiwan superstar delivered an exciting lineup of pop hits and dance performances to a packed audience that included the lucky winners of YesStyle and YesAsia's ticket giveaway contests. - March 07, 2013 - YesStyle
Broadway Training Program Auditions to be Featured in Documentary
NYCinLI Musical Theater Summer Intensive auditions being held on March 23rd in NYC are now going to be filmed as part of a documentary by Footwork Films. Audition participants may have the opportunity to be included in the film. - March 04, 2013 - Michael Jacobs Vocal Studio
Camplified Summer Concert Tour Accepting Artist Submissions for Summer 2013
Camplified creates a daylong interactive fantasy experience where every camper receives an “All-Access Pass” to the festival and kicks off with artists joining campers for full day of sponsor-branded activities before the “The Big Show,” a 90-minute concert at night. The festival experience culminates in post-concert “meet-n-greets,” complete with up-close-and-personal autograph and picture taking sessions with artists. - March 03, 2013 - Hear Here LLC
AMA Dance & Music School Launches a New Performance Company: The AMA Dance Force
A new dance company plans to take the Des Plaines community by storm. - March 02, 2013 - AMA Dance & Music School
McGough Academy Announces 2nd Location Grand Opening in Scarsdale, NY
The McGough Academy of Irish dance will be celebrating it's 2nd Grand Opening in Scarsdale, NY on Tuesday, March 5th at 7:00 PM. Beginner Students Welcome - no experience required. 7 pm - 8 pm Beginner Level 1 8 pm - 9 pm Advanced Levels 2 & 3 The McGough Academy is the Newest TCRG Certified... - March 02, 2013 - The McGough Academy of Irish Dance
Booking Period for Bodyguard Extended at the Adelphi Theatre London
The booking period for the show Bodyguard has been extended for five more months. The booking of the show that has been running at the Adelphi Theatre now will be open till 28th September 2013. Add to this Friday 6:00 PM performances will be replacing the Wednesday matinee, following which Wednesday evening show will comment from 8:30 PM onwards. - March 02, 2013 - Adelphi Theatre London
Her Majesty’s Theatre Staging Phantom of the Opera
Harold Prince directorial, the Phantom of the Opera continues its record breaking run at Her Majesty’s Theatre London. Based on Gaston Lourex’s gothic novel, the show features music by legendry composer Andrew Lloyd Weber. Celebrating 25 years of grand success at the theatre’s box... - March 01, 2013 - Her Majesty's Theatre
Autism Awareness Month Celebrated in Fullerton with Third Annual "Heroes Comedy Night for Autism with Brad Williams and Friends" Featuring Carlos Mencia - April 3
In observance of Autism Awareness Month in April and in support of Fullerton autism charities and special education programs, 600 attendees are anticipated to raise $45,000 at the Fullerton Cares 3rd annual ‘Heroes Comedy Show for Autism with Brad Williams and Friends’ benefit comedy... - February 28, 2013 - Fullerton Cares
Miami International Piano Festival’s March Master Series Takes a Fresh Look at the Classics in a Tribute to the Genius of the French Impressionists
In a bold programming move, the Piano Festival presents three consecutive days in homage to the music of Claude Debussy - celebrating of the 150th anniversary - and the composers who are frequently associated with the French Impressionist movement – Ravel, Faure and Messaien. From Sunday through Tuesday, March 3 – 5, four unique programs will be presented at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Ft. Lauderdale by some of the world’s most impressive masters. - February 28, 2013 - Miami International Piano Festival
Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre Production of Christopher Marlowe’s Doctor Faustus
Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of available. Doctor Faustus, restless for knowledge, forsakes scholarship for magic and makes a pact with the Devil: if the veil spirit Mephistopheles will serve him for 24 years, Faustus will yield his soul to the Devil after death. It isn't long... - February 28, 2013 - Kultur International Films Ltd
George Frideric Handel’s Theodora Available on Blu-Ray March 26
Kultur is proud to announce the Blu-ray release of Theodora available on March 26, 2013. For his 1996 Glyndebourne staging, radical American director Peter Sellars and winner of the 2012 Opera News Achievement Award takes George Frideric Handel's penultimate English oratorio - a tale of... - February 28, 2013 - Kultur International Films Ltd
"Steppin' Out" for Keystone House April 26, 2013
A fun evening to benefit Keystone House, Inc., including Open Bar, Dinner, Dancing, Live music by the renowned musical group Déjà Vu with dance performances by professional dancers from the legendary Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Norwalk, Celebrity Host and Auctioneer David Smith; Silent and Live Auctions. To ensure that guests learn about Keystone, Palace Productions of Norwalk, CT offered to write, direct and produce a video about Keystone House which will debut that evening at the event. - February 27, 2013 - Keystone House, Inc.
Carol Beaugard to Make Off-Broadway Debut
Renowned Bluegrass DJ and Artist, Carol Beaugard to Star in “The Plastic Couch” as Part of the Strawberry Theatre Festival at the Hudson Guild Theater - February 27, 2013 - WFDU, 'Blue Express'
Only the Politics Are Naked When Democracy Burlesque Opens Their 2013 Season of Shows with World of Class Warfare!
Chicago's Only Political Sketch Comedy Company kicks off its 8th season with a show about the conflicts of income inequality with quality comedy. It's World of Class Warfare!: Sketch Comedy for Every Tax Bracket - February 27, 2013 - Democracy Burlesque (Only the Politics are Naked)
The Best Movies You’ll Ever Hear
A new media enterprise produces award-winning and once optioned screenplays as a hybrid "Audiomovie" and Dramatized Radioplay. - February 24, 2013 - Screenplay Theater
Audio Chemists Institute & Paris Street Gallery Launch
Audio Chemists, LLC and Paris Street Gallery will be hosting an official launch event to celebrate the opening of an arts and culture center. Event will highlight the launch of the Audio Chemists Institute, a DJ and electronic music production instructional program. The Institute will be run by the Audio Chemists, a young, diverse team of DJs and audio producers whose mission is to bring joy and inspiration to music enthusiasts and to those who seek to optimize their creativity through music. - February 23, 2013 - Audio Chemists LLC
Actress Natasha Dixon Performs Evolution of a Love Addict for Those in Need of a Little More Love or Love Addicts Anonymous
Hollywood actress Natasha Dixon, who’s appeared on NBC's CSI and CBS’s ER, performs her one-woman show Evolution of a Love Addict. - February 22, 2013 - Evolution of a Love Addict
Carolina Ballet Promotes Tracy Hudson to Marketing Coordinator
Professional Ballet Company Expands Marketing Department with Promotion of Assistant Box Office Manager - February 21, 2013 - Carolina Ballet
dancEnlight Presents the World Premiere of "Sacred Existence"
dancEnlight, a professional 501(c)(3) modern dance company, is proud to present the world premiere of "Sacred Existence" in the Hartford, CT area. This work is inspired by the documentary film "The Unmistaken Child" directed by Nati Baratz. - February 18, 2013 - Connecticut Concert Ballet