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.

Joe Blessett - Chillin Out in Dark Places

Chillin out in Dark Places, the latest release from the multitalented, multi-instrumentalist Joe Blessett, shines the spotlight on the persistently evolving music of a genuinely enigmatic artist who has chosen to work solitarily in the shadow of relative anonymity in pursuit of his own uncompromising vision. - September 20, 2011 - Joe Blessett Music

Leave It on the Floor's Ephraim M. Sykes with Beyoncé's Musical Director, Choreographer is the "Best of the Lot"

American stage performer and star of Leave it on the Floor, Ephraim M. Sykes reviewed by Toronto.com as the "best of the lot." - September 18, 2011 - Ephraim M. Sykes

Get the Kids Moving

Urban Fire Dance Studio offers new Get Movin’ for Kids classes. - September 15, 2011 - Urban Fire Dance Studio

The Performance Series Mixed Marriages / Homestretch Exploits the Intimate Details of 2 Long-Term Relationships for Maximum Quirk & Mass Appeal

A Decade of Couple’s Counseling is Condensed into 2 Nights of Dance, Film & Funny at Highways Performance Space. - September 15, 2011 - Benson & Gonzalo Present

VOICE Dance Company Integrates Dance and Chocolate in First of Their Aphrodite Dances Series

VOICE Dance Company is presenting Aphrodite Dances: Chocolate. The performance is the first in their “Aphrodite Dances” series of boutique performances that integrate world-class dance and the culinary arts into a full sensory experience. - September 13, 2011 - VOICE Dance Company

Seasoned Voice Over Talent/Actor Jeff Conwell, Signs Representation Agreement with IDIOM Worldwide Talent Agency, Los Angeles, California

Veteran voice over talent and actor, Jeff Conwell (www.jeffconwell.com), is proud to announce that he has joined forces with Idiom Worldwide for representation in Los Angeles, Hawaii, Southeast Asia and other markets where Idiom Worldwide has a presence. Jeff has spent the last 30 years active in... - September 11, 2011 - Voice from Jeff Conwell

Estes Park Film Festival to Honor Actor Barry Corbin with a Lifetime Achievement Award

Organizers of the Estes Park Film Festival recently announced that actor Barry Corbin will be their featured guest and recipient of their Lifetime Achievement Award at the 6th annual event. - September 08, 2011 - Estes Park Film Festival

Grand Opening of The McGough Academy of Irish Dance

A Professional Dance Academy where students are taught to become champion dancers. Open House: Saturday, September 10th from 1 - 5 PM at 957 McLean Avenue, Yonkers, NY. Download their coupon for a Free Class Trial on the website. - September 06, 2011 - The McGough Academy of Irish Dance

NY's Vanaver Caravan First Foreign Group Ever Invited to India's Premier Folk Arts Festival

Unprecedented cross-cultural request spurs unique plan and innovative fundraising for accompanying documentary, workshop tour and new dance school paradigm. - September 06, 2011 - Big Medicine

Sarasota Opera Single Tickets for the 2011-2012 Season Now on Sale in the Box Office

Single tickets for the 2011-2012 Fall and Winter season go on sale in the Sarasota Opera Box Office Thursday, September 1, 2011. Tickets have been available for purchase exclusively online since August 1st. The 2011-2012 Season will mark Maestro Victor DeRenzi’s 30th Season as Artistic Director and the return of classic greats mixed with new productions conceived exclusively for Sarasota Opera. Tickets for both the Fall and Winter season begin at only $19. - September 04, 2011 - Sarasota Opera

West Broward, Get Ready to Rock

School of Rock to open a new franchise location in Southwest Ranches, Florida. - September 03, 2011 - School of Rock Coral Springs & West Broward

Kultur is Proud to Announce the DVD Release of the Newly Revised Version of Ballet Favorites on September 27

Ballet Favorites Newly Revised Version Available on DVD September 27 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of the newly revised version of Ballet Favorites on September 27. This new version of Ballet Favorites features stunning excerpts from the world's most famous ballets. This... - September 01, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd

A Rose Among Thorns: a Tribute to Rosa Parks Starring Ella Joyce Comes to Washington, DC - Sept 21-24, 2011

Actress Ella Joyce, remembered for her co-starring role of Eleanor on TV's "Roc"; Jasmine on "My Wife & Kids; and Detective Waller in the classic ladies’ action film “Set If Off”, captures the famous moment in the life of Rosa Parks, affectionately called "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement", in her highly acclaimed, one-woman play A Rose Among Thorns: a Tribute to Rosa Parks. The show comes to Washington, DC, after headlining Stage Aurora's 4th Annual Black Arts Festival in July. - August 31, 2011 - Ms. Thing Productions, Inc.

LifeStyle Concierge Services Announces Partnership with Phoenix Theatre

Through their latest expansion of their network of partners, Scottsdale-based LifeStyle Concierge Services is offering unique theater-going experiences through their collaboration with Phoenix Theatre. - August 26, 2011 - LifeStyle Concierge Services

911 Memorial Song: 911 Tenth Anniversary Commemorated in Twin Towers (Song for America)

- Likely, the first response in art and song to the 911 attack on America. - Received notes from Vice President Dick Cheney and Senator Hillary Clinton. - Originally received a half-million hits with tens of thousands downloading the free song. - Free song download commemorates 9/11. - August 25, 2011 - The Eastco Group

Barry Tickets Announces No Service Fees on Internet Orders

As major ticket brokers ceaselessly charge hidden fees, www.BarrysTickets.com is taking their company message in a new direction by eliminating service fees! In addition to no service fees, Barry’s Tickets also regularly provides their customers with further savings via discount and promo codes when you sign up at www.BarrysTickets.com. - August 23, 2011 - Barrys Ticket Service Inc.

American Theatre of Actors & ID Worknet Presents His and Hers by Michael Skidmore

American Theatre of Actors & ID Worknet Presents His and Hers by Michael Skidmore. Directed by award winning David Triacca, September 7-11th 2011 Michael Skidmore’s His and Hers, with a new cast and direction at the ATA; The Sargent Theatre, 314 West 54st 4th floor. Bernadette and... - August 21, 2011 - ID WORKNET

Full Circle Dance Company Presents B.A.R.E: Bodies, Attitudes, Reflections, Exposed at the Baltimore Museum of Art

Full Circle Dance Company has invested a full year exploring controversial and provocative issues related to body image. The result of this journey is B.A.R.E., a performance of new works by seven choreographers, each with a unique perspective on anxieties, stereotypes, and secrets related to the body. B.A.R.E. will premiere November 4 and 5 at 7:30 pm at the Baltimore Museum of Art. Race, prostitution and sexual power, the fashion industry, and even dancers’ body perceptions are being revealed. - August 19, 2011 - Full Circle Dance Company

Dance Celebration!: A Free Public Event on Sunday, September 18 to Acknowledge the Talent in Baltimore and Celebrate the Strength and Diversity of the Dance Community

On Sunday, September 18, 2011 from 2-5pm, Full Circle Dance Company will host their 2nd annual Dance Celebration! which will feature several local dance artists, a silent auction, and open level dance classes. The event is free and open to the public. Dance Celebration! will kick-off the company's 11th season and premiere of their upcoming concert, B.A.R.E: Bodies, Attitudes, Reflections, Exposed, a project on Body Image. - August 19, 2011 - Full Circle Dance Company

Karen DeBoer Ranks as One of the Top Ten Favorite Voice Actors at Voices.com

After just four years with Voices.com Karen DeBoer lands eighth place in Voices.com’s Top 100 Favorites List. - August 18, 2011 - Voices.com

South Bay Ballet’s Kirsten Marshall Enters Ballet Magnificat! Trainee Program

At the close of every season, South Bay Ballet bids farewell to many of its pre-professional dancers. Some embark on collegiate studies while others begin careers as professional dancers. This year is no exception. - August 17, 2011 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura

North Carolina Theatre Launches New, Improved Website

New Site Features Expanded Show Sections, Additional Search Functions - August 17, 2011 - NC Theatre

Touring Stage Play "The Soul of a Man" Heads to Louisville, KY, Starring Rico Ball from Tyler Perry's "Madea's Big Happy Family" on Nov. 5 & 6, 2011

The amazing touring stage play, "The Soul of A Man" written and directed by playwright Ronnie J. Johnson is headed to Louisville, KY with a stellar cast of celebrities. The stage play features Rico Ball from BET's "Hell Date" and Tyler Perry's national touring stage play... - August 15, 2011 - the J. Hardy Agency

LineLessons.com Announces August Oldie Line Dance of the Month

LineLessons.com, Bringing Line Dancing Home to Your Audience, Selects Dodie Stevens’ “Pink Shoe Laces” with “Pink Shoelaces,” Choreographed by Michael Diven, as August Oldie Line Dance of the Month - August 12, 2011 - LineLessons.com

Los Alamitos Show Choir Explodes Into Audience During Finale of “Hairspray” at the Hollywood Bowl

The third and final performance of “Hairspray” at the Hollywood Bowl was spectacular. An amazing cast was clearly enjoying themselves on stage and during the reprise of “You Can’t Stop the Beat” where more than 100 choir students from Los Alamitos High School joined in... - August 09, 2011 - Note-Ables Booster Club

UF Grad LadyBroadway Ends Her First Long Run Show as the "Best"

University of Florida graduate LadyBroadway, Martina Sykes, ends her first long-run show with great reviews. - August 08, 2011 - Lady Broadway

Red Bedlam Presents: The Debutante Ball

A whiskey and blood soaked multimedia event that will change the Brooklyn music scene forever. - August 06, 2011 - Red Bedlam

TLA Productions Announces Programming for MA Steampunk Extravaganza

NH-based production company prepares for a one of a kind steampunk extravaganza featuring performances by Abney Park, Frenchy and the Punk and more. - August 04, 2011 - TLA Productions

Tango Lovers Honors the Bicentennial Celebration of Uruguay in New York

What: Celebrating the Bicentennial of Uruguay, “Enamorados del Tango (Tango Lovers)” will be performing in New York for the first time. The objective of “Enamorados del Tango (Tango Lovers)” is to create global awareness of the art and culture of Rio de la Plata, while... - August 04, 2011 - Enamorados del Tango

God's Child Multimedia Productions Presents Atlanta Stage Play Confronting Issues in the Church - Addiction: No One Knows But Me

Addiction: No One Know But Me promotes spiritual healing for those faced with tormenting struggles. "Addiction" will premier Saturday August 13 at the Meadowcreek High School, Norcross, GA. Hosted by Gospel Comedian John Gray. - July 30, 2011 - God's Child Multimedia Productions

Country Recording Artist Lisa Matassa to Perform at Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund Pink Penguin Bash

Country music recording artist, Lisa Matassa, will make an appearance and perform at tomorrow night’s 1st annual Carol M. Baldwin Pink Penguin Bash for Breast Cancer research and awareness. - July 29, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.

Ballet Students Prepare for Performances of Ballet's Greatest Ghost Stories

Advanced ballet students of Integral Ballet in Merrick are rehearsing for their October 21 performance of excerpts from ballet's most cherished ghost stories, including new choreography of Giselle, Bayadere and Les Sylphides. - July 27, 2011 - Integral Ballet

Say No to Violence; Felicia Nicole Productions & Mount St. Mary's College Presents Their Fall Theatrical Production "Street Love Monologues" Living 4 Lust & Dying 2 Love

“Street Love Monologues” will help raise awareness to intimate partner violence, mental disorders, and understanding that No Type of Violence is Okay. SLM acknowledges the fact that no relationship is perfect and it explores the gritty, unfortunate truth behind the closed doors of many women in our society/community. The main objective of SLM is for women to know that there is always help, and to never keep quiet about any type of abuse or a shift in personality that they may be experiencing. - July 26, 2011 - Felicia Nicole Productions

Bay Area Studios Foundation Awards Youth New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts Scholarship

Nonprofit Awards $600 in Scholarship to Advance Theater and Performing Arts Among Teenagers. - July 25, 2011 - Bay Area Studios Foundation

What do Maxwell, Lionel Richie, Donnie Osmond, Usher and Christina Aguilera Have in Common...Andre Delano Was Once Their Sideman and Has Now Gone Solo

7th Note Entertainment, Inc. is proud to guide the exploding career of multi-talented saxophonist, singer and songwriter, Andre Delano. His new single, “S’posed to Be” remained one of the top downloaded R&B songs on CD Baby.com during its late spring release. In addition,... - July 22, 2011 - Andre Delano

Leave It on the Floor Starring America’s Quadruple Threat Performer Ephraim M. Sykes Dances Across the U.S.

Independent film Leave it on the Floor starring actor, singer, dancer and musician Ephraim M. Sykes of stage, television and film has a cult following with U.S. film festivals. - July 21, 2011 - Ephraim M. Sykes

Voices.com Platinum Member, Debbie Irwin, Co-Narrates Incessant Visions

Debbie Irwin contributes to a powerful documentary through narration, unfolding the story of a man who influenced some of today's most innovative architects. - July 21, 2011 - Voices.com

Poker Comedy Hitting The Nuts Wins at 2011 Las Vegas Film Festival

The poker-themed comedy Hitting The Nuts won a Golden Ace Award for Superior Filmmaking at the 2011 Las Vegas Film Festival. This is the third award in as many festivals for the movie. (Hitting the Nuts won Best Feature Film at both the Cincinnati Film Festival and the Derby City Film Festival earlier this year.) - July 20, 2011 - Hitting The Nuts - The Movie, LLC

Infinity Theater’s Little Shop of Horrors Includes LadyBroadway UF Grad Martina Sykes

UF Graduate Martina Sykes is Chiffon in the Infinity Theater Company’s production of Little Shop of Horrors. - July 15, 2011 - Lady Broadway

Appel Farm Arts Camp Presents Shakespeare Theatre of NJ Performance of Love's Labour's Lost

Campers studying performing arts at Appel Farm Arts Camp (Elmer, NJ) will have the opportunity to see a fully-produced performance of Shakespeare's Love's Labour's Lost by the acclaimed Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. - July 15, 2011 - Appel Farm Arts Camp

South Bay Ballet’s Regina Park Suh to Dance with Sacramento Ballet

Fall 2011 marks Regina Park Suh's professional debut with Sacramento Ballet. - July 12, 2011 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura

South Bay Ballet’s Paul C. Kirk Signs Professional Contract

South Bay Ballet, located in Torrance, California, announces Paul C. Kirk, 19, has landed a professional contract with Oklahoma City Ballet. Kirk signed a 28-week contract as a company dancer and will commence rehearsals this September for the 2011 – 2012 season. South Bay Ballet Artistic... - July 11, 2011 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura

South Bay Ballet Dancers Capture Scholarships and Acceptance to Summer Programs

Many of South Bay Ballet's pre-professional dancers have packed their pointe shoes, stuffed their leotards and tights into a suitcase and have headed-off to amazing summer opportunities. - July 06, 2011 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura

Local North Minneapolis Children to Perform with the Minnesota Sinfonia

Join the Minnesota Sinfonia at North Minneapolis’s Farwell Park for some light and fun favorites featuring the story of Peter and the Wolf put on by local North Minneapolis children. Also scheduled to perform prior to the Sinfonia is the Unlimited Next Level Dance and Drill Performing Arts. - July 05, 2011 - Friends of the Minnesota Sinfonia

Her Departed Character Captured, Kristen Dalton Cannot be Stopped

Kristen Dalton finds "The Perfect Family," a far stretch from Whitey Bulger and her past role in The Departed. - July 02, 2011 - Kristen Dalton

MyReviewsNow Presents the Singorama Vocal Training Program at a Special Limited Time Price

The professional team at Singorama have created a set of special instruction e-books to further supplement and assist individuals with natural singing talent in need of coaching. The Singorma program is currently offered at a special discount through July 3rd, 2011. - July 01, 2011 - Retail Solutions Advisors