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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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"

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

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"

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

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

California Contemporary Ballet Presents 13th Annual Production of "The Snow Queen"

Los Angeles Ballet Features Fantasy-Filled Choreography with Newly Enhanced Magical, Musical Score - December 09, 2010 - California DanceArts

Directors of APVoices Join the Voice Over Experts Podcast

Frank Piazza and Ellie Devers of APVoices present their podcast lesson on Voice Over Experts teaching talent what it’s like at a recording session from the directors point of view. - December 08, 2010 - Voices.com

Paula Lin Proves That a Voice Over Business Can Go Anywhere

Paula Lin moves her voice over business, The Definitive Voice & Word, from D.C. to Connecticut to get back in touch with her roots. - December 06, 2010 - Voices.com

All About Dance Announces the Holiday Dancewear Collection

AllAboutDance discount dancewear supplier recently announced the release of its holiday dancewear collection with more than 100 new products. Customers can take advantage of great savings on holiday gifts, leotards, dance shoes, tights, accessories, and more at discounted prices up to 35% off... - December 05, 2010 - AllAboutDance

Dr. Jaylee Mead, NASA Mathematician and Astronomer, and Committed Washington, D.C. Philanthropist Named 2010-2011 Ambassador to the Arts by Guide for the Arts

Dr. Jaylee Mead’s passion for theater evolved over the years and turned into a full-fledged philanthropic commitment after her retirement, with donations exceeding $50 million made to the Washington D.C. theaters. - December 05, 2010 - Guide for the Arts

South Bay Ballet’s Nutcracker Reaches Out to Disadvantaged Residents

South Bay Ballet's Community Outreach Program has provided free admission to performances to thousands of children and adults through the years and will again open its doors to the final dress rehearsal of The Nutcracker on December 16. - December 04, 2010 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura

Sunday Muse Teaches Parents How to Introduce Their Child to Voice Acting

Sunday Muse, a top Canadian voice over coach for children, teaches parents how to prepare their child if they want to get involved in voicing cartoon characters. - December 03, 2010 - Voices.com

Tickets Available from Al Brooks Tickets for Touring Production of "Hair" at the Pantages

National Touring Production Comes to the Los Angeles Pantages Starting January 5 - December 03, 2010 - Al Brooks Tickets

"Crucible Revival: Keep The Fire Burning" Honors Departing Founder

The Crucible Hosts a Revival Celebrating Its Founder’s 12 Years of Creativity - December 01, 2010 - The Crucible

Sarasota Opera Presents American Spiritual Ensemble

The American Spiritual Ensemble, led by Dr. Everett McCorvey, will perform two concerts in the William E. Schmidt Opera Theater of the Sarasota Opera House on Sunday, December 5 at 1:30pm and 6 pm. The American Negro Spiritual has a distinct place in this country’s history. “The... - December 01, 2010 - Sarasota Opera

The Nutcracker - Presented by the Charlotte Youth Ballet

The Nutcracker - Presented by the Charlotte Youth Ballet

The Charlotte Youth Ballet is a regional ballet company that preserves and promotes the art of ballet, empowers youth and connects youth and professional dancers in performances that bring joy to Charlotte and surrounding communities. For over a quarter of a century, the Charlotte Youth Ballet has proudly produced professional-quality Nutcracker and storybook ballets that merge a principal cast of professional international dancers and local students of ballet. - November 28, 2010 - Charlotte Youth Ballet

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