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 Line Theatre Opens Rock Musical "Two Gentlemen of Verona," from the Composer of Hair
New Line Theatre, "The Bad Boy of Musical Theatre," continues its Twentieth Anniversary Season of provocative, adult, alternative musical theatre with the rock and roll, Shakespearean sex comedy Two Gentlemen of Verona, running March 3-26, 2011. - February 06, 2011 - New Line Theatre
Sunset Starlets Burlesque Oscars Party at The Libertine Invokes the Spirit of Classic Hollywood
New Noir introduces its inaugural Oscars party at West Hollywood lounge, The Libertine on Sunset. “Sunset Starlets” on Saturday, February 26 will feature award-winning burlesque dancers, free photo booth snapshots and cake balls, all-you-can-drink specials and much more. - February 04, 2011 - New-Noir
Pan African Film Festival Featured Theatre Event: Ise Lyfe in “Pistols and Prayers”
The Pan African Film Festival announces “Pistols and Prayers” as the feature theater event at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center in Los Angeles on Saturday, February 18. “Pistols and Prayers,” a Hip-Hop theater piece based on the book, brings together spoken word,... - February 03, 2011 - Lyfe Productives
Kultur is Proud to Announce the DVD Release of English National Opera's Production of Georg Frederic Handel’s Julius Caesar on DVD February 22
English National Opera Production Georg Frederic Handel Julius Caesar On DVD February 22, 2011 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of English National Opera's production of Georg Frederic Handel’s Julius Caesar. This DVD will be available on February 22, 2011, for a retail price... - February 03, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Riveting Revival of Acclaimed Play on Bullying, Homophobia, and Hate Crimes, The Laramie Project, Opens February 15 at Adelphi University Performing Arts Center
Adelphi University alumna Denise Fehrenbach returns to her alma mater to direct the moving and inspirational show, The Laramie Project to highlight the issues and problems surrounding homophobia. - February 01, 2011 - Adelphi University
Voice Talent Learn How They Can Build Their Business with Social Media
Voice Over Experts Terry Daniel and Dave Courvoisier present a discussion on how social media can be used to promote voice over services and how voice talent can use social networks to get work. - January 30, 2011 - Voices.com
Cheer Channel Launches First Home Video Release: Top Gun Instructional DVD Series is the First of Its Kind in the Spirit Industry
Cheer Channel, Inc., announced today, Top Gun On Tour: Instructional DVD series levels 1-5, a 4-disc set that provides tips and training techniques from the world champion all-star stunt team, Top Gun. - January 29, 2011 - Story Merchant
Wilshire Comedy Group Brings an All-Star Show Back to Popei's Restaurant in Sayville on February 21st
Fan favorite Frankie Pace headlines this great night of entertainment. - January 29, 2011 - Wilshire Comedy Group
North Carolina Theatre Releases The Producers Podcast
Communications Manager Kristin Buie Discusses Upcoming Musical Comedy, Set to Run Feb. 12-20 in Raleigh - January 28, 2011 - NC Theatre
Nancy Wolfson Presents New Lesson on Voice Over Experts Podcast
Voice over coach, Nancy Wolfson, allows listeners to be a fly on the wall with her new podcast lesson at Voice Over Experts as she helps a student overcome a common performance error. - January 27, 2011 - Voices.com
What Not to Wear to Dance Class from Dance Full Out
Dance Full Out™, the dance site for dancers at www.dancefullout.com, offers tips for new dancers - January 27, 2011 - Dance Full Out
Local Performer Announces Opening of Kan-Dance Studio in Tampa Bay Community
On January 10, 2011 Kan-Dance Studio opened its doors, introducing a new dance studio to the Tampa Bay community. The Kan-Dance Studio offers an extensive array of dance and fitness programs for students of all ages, including Pre-Dance (Preschool), Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, Zumba, Fitness Bootcamp, and Private Classes. - January 24, 2011 - Kan Dance Studio
The Rite of Spring Street Plays The Flamboyan Theater NYC 1/28-29
Every city block holds the dreams and the nightmares of its restless inhabitants - Roschman Dance presents The Rite of Spring St, a vibrant and athletic evening of contemporary dance that takes us on an exploration of the dreams and nightmares of life in NYC. - January 21, 2011 - Roschman Dance
World Premiere of Acclaimed Playwright Simcha Borenstein's New Play The Guilty at Midwinter Madness Festival Wednesday February 23rd
A psychiatrist and a new patient try to manipulate each other into revealing secrets in an intense, faced paced battle of wits. Stars Mary Glasser and Gretchen Poulos. - January 20, 2011 - Simcha Borenstein
Rotary Club of Boca Raton to Present the 8th Annual Future Stars Performing Arts Competition
The Rotary Club of Boca Raton’s 8th Annual Future Stars Performing Arts Competition kicks off Festival of the Arts BOCA 2011 on Friday, March 4th at Mizner Park Amphitheater with talent showcase of middle and high school vocalists and dancers. - January 19, 2011 - Rotary Club of Boca Raton
Long Island Country Artist Lisa Matassa Chosen as Reverbnation.com Featured Artist
Lisa Matassa, pioneer of the "Long Island Country" sound is currently a featured artist on the popular music website, ReverbNation. - January 17, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Pat Fraley Guest Stars on New Episode of Voice Over Experts
Renowned audiobook producer, Pat Fraley, joins Voice Over Experts with a new podcast teaching voice talent how to put their best foot forward when pursuing audiobook narration jobs. - January 15, 2011 - Voices.com
Prankster Charlie Todd Shows Us How It’s Done at Adelphi University’s Performing Arts Center on February 4
Making its Long Island debut, An Evening With Charlie Todd and Friends: The Improv Everywhere Live Show, is an hour of behind-the-scenes stories followed by a live improv performance. - January 15, 2011 - Adelphi University
Tara Reid Hosts Charmaine Blakes' First Annual Golden Globe Viewing Party to Eliminate Child Trafficking
Charmaine Blakes' First Annual Golden Globe viewing party to eliminate child trafficking, hosted by Tara Reid, is a charity event, hosted on January 16th, 2011 at the Jon Lovitz Comedy Club located at 1000 Universal Studios Blvd San Fernando Valley, CA 91602, and is set to begin at 3:30pm. - January 12, 2011 - Charmaine PR Firm
Red Desert Violin Reaches Out to Rural Areas with Online Violin Lessons
Red Desert Violin reaches out to rural areas with online video-based violin lessons. The lessons take a beginner all the way through Suzuki Book 1 in a systematic way that is unique online. - January 12, 2011 - Red Desert Violin
Turner Named 2010 Greater Atlanta Magician of the Year
Atlanta-based corporate entertainer and speaker Joe M. Turner was voted 2010 "Greater Atlanta Magician of the Year" by the combined membership of Atlanta's magical organizations. Turner is now a two-time winner of the award, having previously won in 2000. - January 11, 2011 - TurnerMagic.com - Entertainment and Keynotes
The dkWard Quality Entertainment Group Opens a New Dinner Theater in Northeastern Ohio
The dkWard Quality Entertainment Group and Ivy’s Catering have united to provide the finest in dining and entertainment with a new Dinner Theater at the Greenmont Party Center located at 800 S. Green Road in the city of S. Euclid, Ohio. In these hard economical times, people are looking for... - January 11, 2011 - dkWard Quality Entertainment Group
Yoga and Belly Dance Classes on the Rise in Redmond, OR – New Business Owner Contributing to Local Arts Scene
Redmond, Oregon may be thought of as the step-sister to Bend, but residents such as yoga and belly dance teacher Kathy Stahlman are committed to contributing to Redmond’s growing interest in yoga and dance. Kathy celebrated her first year anniversary in Central Oregon this past December,... - January 10, 2011 - Tribal Moon Belly Dance & Yoga
Urban Fire at Nau Charter
Urban Fire announces two new dance classes, being offered at Nau Charter School in Port St. Lucie, FL. - January 10, 2011 - Urban Fire Dance Studio
Dialect Coaches Join Forces to Make Learning Accents Faster
Three professional dialect coaches joined together to offer accent training materials for actors. www.AccentHelp.com instantly provides materials to learn accents and dialects, including television and film actors and Broadway tours. - January 09, 2011 - Accent Help
Peter K. O’connell Presents New Lesson on Voice Over Experts
Top voice over coach explains why voice talent should count on the first 15 seconds of their audition to win over a casting director. - January 09, 2011 - Voices.com
South Bay Ballets BRAVO! The Classical & Contemporary Ballet Experience: 2011 Line-Up Announced
South Bay Ballet continues to enhance the local performing arts scene with its 2011 BRAVO! dance concert bringing world-class classical and contemporary ballet to the Southland while cultivating the work of the region’s top choreographers fused with emerging talent. - January 08, 2011 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura
Kultur Announces the Release of the Gewandhausorchester Leipzig - Mendelssohn/Mussorgsky Conducted by Kurt Masur on DVD Available January 25, 2011
Gewandhausorchester Leipzig - Mendelssohn/Mussorgsky Kurt Masur, Conductor Kultur is proud to announce the release of the Gewandhausorchester Leipzig - Mendelssohn/Mussorgsky on DVD available January 25, 2011, for a suggested retail price of $19.99. Kurt Masur held the position of Kapellmeister... - January 07, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Kultur Announces Entre Quatre -z- Yeux – Debussy: Preludes for Piano, Book 1 Performed by Daniel Barenboim - This DVD Will be Available on January 25
Entre Quatre -z- Yeux Debussy: Preludes for Piano, Book 1 Daniel Barenboim, Piano Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of Entre Quatre -z- Yeux – Debussy: Preludes for Piano, Book 1 performed by Daniel Barenboim. This DVD will be available on January 25, 2011 for a retail price of $19. - January 07, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Kultur Announces Berliner Philharmoniker in Japan - Claudio Abbado on DVD January 25
Berliner Philharmoniker in Japan - Claudio Abbado Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of Berliner Philharmoniker in Japan - Claudio Abbado. This DVD will be available on January 25, 2011 for a retail price of $19.99. This acclaimed performance by the Berlin Philharmonic conducted by... - January 07, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
LineLessons.com Hosts Special “Beginner” Line Dancing Workshop at Ft. Wayne Dance for All Event, One of Nation’s Largest Dance Conferences
New Dancers Can Beat the Winter Blahs by Having Fun While Learning to Dance at Special Workshop Tailored Just for Them - January 06, 2011 - LineLessons.com
Amy Taylor Celebrates Winning Best Female Voice
Bilingual voice over talent, Amy Taylor, continues to celebrate her Best Female Voice award alongside daughter, Grace, recipient of Best Child Voice. - January 05, 2011 - Voices.com
Lybert Ramade to Release New Album "Une Autre Chance"
Third Project Issued in January 2011 on Young Pals Records, Ayhan Sahin’s Compositions in French - January 04, 2011 - Young Pals Music
New Audio Theater Programming for Children
JabberBug Media, LLC launches an audio theater company that creates original and dynamic audio programming for children. Through these portable audio programs, JabberBug Media seeks to bring the art and imagination of listening to children everywhere. - January 04, 2011 - Jabberbug Media, LLC
Vocal Shape Shifting Explained on Voice Over Experts
One of the most sought after character voice-over performers, Pat Fraley, guest stars on Voice Over Experts revealing the art of vocal shape shifting. - December 31, 2010 - Voices.com
Quadruple Threat Performer Ephraim M. Sykes Entertain the Stars and President Barack Obama
Broadway’s actor, singer, musician and dancer Ephraim M. Sykes among the performers of the 33rd Annual Kennedy Center Honors tribute to Broadway composer and lyricist Jerry Herman. - December 28, 2010 - Ephraim M. Sykes
Demo Producer Explains How to Market Voice Over Services
Dave DeAndrea presents podcast on Voice Over Experts teaching talent why their voice over work can and should be presented as products in the voiceover industry. - December 25, 2010 - Voices.com
Bobbin Beam Helps Voice Talent Get a Head Start on the New Year
One of the top voice over artists and coaches in North America joins Voice Over Experts to share how voice talent can nurture past relationships and build new ones in 2011. - December 22, 2010 - Voices.com
Sisters Tia and Tamera Mowry Are Double the Fun Producing and Starring in the Hit Comedy "Double Wedding"
Tia and Tamera Mowry successfully move to both acting and producing with their newest comedy "Double Wedding" which arrives on February 8th 2011. - December 21, 2010 - Xenon Pictures
Heartbeats: Songs from the Soul Margaret Wingrove Dance Company
Margaret Wingrove Dance Company celebrates their 30th Anniversary with performances held January 6-9, 2011. - December 21, 2010 - Margaret Wingrove Dance Company
From the UK to the USA Original Tony Award® Winning "Memphis" Cast Member Ephraim Sykes to Perform on Atlanta Stage
Original Tony Award® Winning "Memphis" Cast Member Ephraim M. Sykes performs at Atlanta's Alliance Theater in Bring It On: The Musical - December 20, 2010 - Ephraim M. Sykes
Lisa Rice Guest Stars on Voice Over Experts
Professional voice actor, Lisa Rice, helps talent learn how to get around time constraints with her podcast lesson on Voice Over Experts. - December 19, 2010 - Voices.com
Wilshire Comedy Group Brings an All Star Comedy Show to IHOP in Bay Shore on January 16th
Stevie GB headlines an all star comedy show at Bayshore's International House of Pancakes. - December 17, 2010 - Wilshire Comedy Group
Wilshire Comedy Group Brings an All Star Comedy Show Featuring Chris Roach to the Cooperage Inn in Baiting Hollow, NY
Comedy night returns to the Cooperage Inn on Sunday January 30th. - December 17, 2010 - Wilshire Comedy Group
Adelphi University Presents A Christmas Carol in the Olmsted Theatre on December 18
Under the direction of associate professor Dr. Brian Rose, theatre majors from Adelphi University bring to life the classic Charles Dickens tale, A Christmas Carol. This live reading promises to be plenty of fun for everyone involved. - December 15, 2010 - Adelphi University
Terry Daniel Explains Why It's Critical to Invest in Professionally Produced Demos
Veteran voice talent and voice over coach, Terry Daniel, offers insights on Voice Over Experts uncovering why training and a professionally produced demo are the most critical tools for voice talent. - December 15, 2010 - Voices.com
"The Rogers Family Xmas - When Xmas Goes Bad" - a 4Knights Film Release
Feature Film Production Company Four Knights, who brought indie feature film, "I'm Not Harry Jenson" to cinema screens earlier this year have released an online xmas series just in time for the holiday season. "The Rogers Family Xmas" pushes the boundaries of what is on sites... - December 14, 2010 - 4 Knights Film
Fierce Productions Presents the Stage Production: With This Ring
With This Ring is the thought provoking stage production that will make you cry, laugh, and think. "Audiences will be gripping their seats until the very end," states Lawanda Thomas. - December 14, 2010 - Fierce Productions
Engagement Season Finds Fiances Dancing Their Way to the Altar According to Promenade Dance Studio
In a time when young couples are trying to make the most out of their wedding day and the budget is more limited than ever, strapped fiances are finding themselves dancing from the alter to the reception floor. Today's brides are finding creative ways to spice up their wedding day, and salsa... - December 10, 2010 - Promenade Dance Studio
Ron Bell Supports the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra
After reading that the NMSO is in dire need of funds, Ron Bell donated $300.00 in an attempt to kick off the campaign asking 3000 people to each give $100.00. - December 09, 2010 - Ron Bell, Attorney