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 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

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

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

"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 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

Bob Bergen Guest Stars on Voice Over Experts

Bob Bergen, one of the foremost voice actors in the US, teaches voice talent how to market their services and set goals via Voice Over Experts podcast. - November 28, 2010 - Voices.com

Celebrity Charity Auction Begins for Kansas City Vocal Institute

Celebrities from around the world have donated items to be auctioned at the 2010 Kansas City Vocal Institute Charity Auction. The auction provides underprivileged children and families in the Kansas City metropolitan area with free music lessons. - November 28, 2010 - Kansas City Vocal Institute

Scopri il Tuo Suono Records Presents "Rebirth": New Smooth-Jazz Album by Giuseppe Deliso

The record – "Rebirth" – is the perfect demonstration of the versatility that makes Giuseppe such a unique talent. It includes wonderfully inventive examples of blues, bossa nova, latin, be-bop and traditional jazz. All played with Giuseppe’s tell-tale marks of invention, wit and creativity. - November 27, 2010 - Scopri il Tuo Suono Records

Voices.com Co-Founder to Present at SMArts London

Stephanie Ciccarelli, Voices.com co-founder, will present how voice overs are used on the web and through mobile applications at the Social Media for the Arts unconference. - November 25, 2010 - Voices.com

Cine Enigma and Paul Campbell to Launch Latest Play at Miramar Cultural Center

Having lived and lost the Hollywood life, surviving cancer and homelessness along the way, Paul Campbell emerged as one of Jamaica’s most enduring and celebrated actors. - November 25, 2010 - Cine Enigma

Deb Munro Presents Men Vs Women on Voice Over Experts Podcast

Voice actor and coach, Deb Munro, teaches female voice over artists how they can book more character work if only they’d be willing to take more risks with their performance like their male counterparts. - November 24, 2010 - Voices.com

Performance Artist Jeff Grow Brings Magic to Adelphi University on December 1, 2010

Illusionist and winner of two Innovative Theatre Awards, Jeff Grow will present his new magic show, The Art of the Con. This show features an evening of artistry that is unlike any other and will leave the audience wanting more. - November 21, 2010 - Adelphi University

Curtains Up for Scene Partner

In January 2010, Kevin Smith, owner of MyTheaterApps.com was starting to put together the content for a new iphone app, Scene Partner, that would turn the iPhone into a tool to help actors memorize their lines. Actors would be able to load scripts into the phone via a website, and the app would use... - November 20, 2010 - TFI Envision, Inc.

Top Canadian Voice Over Agent Debuts on Voice Over Experts

Toronto voice over agent, Roger King, shares the dos and don’ts of seeking out representation from an voice talent agent. - November 20, 2010 - Voices.com

New England Foundation for the Arts Selects NBAF as Hub Site for National Dance Project

NBAF (National Black Arts Festival) has been selected by the New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA) to serve as a hub site to its National Dance Project – a program designed to encourage the creation of new work in dance designed to tour audiences throughout the United States. Neil Barclay, President & CEO of NBAF, is one of six new field leaders chosen to serve as a hub site representative in 2011. - November 20, 2010 - NBAF (National Black Arts Festival)

Jaime Michaels Releases New Single to Benefit Gulf Residents

Singer/songwriter Jaime Michaels will donate proceeds from his new song, "Black River," to those affected by the Gulf. His new CD, "The Man With the Time Machine," debuts in January. - November 19, 2010 - jaime michaels

Dancer, and Memphian, Makes It to Hollywood and Back - Brandee Evans Comes Back to Encourage, Inspire, and Lead Young Talent at DanzHouse, a Local Dance Studio

Dancer & Choreographer, Brandee Evans--fresh off a dancing gig with songstress Katy Perry on SNL--is coming back to where it all started. After getting some much deserved Hollywood shine on one of the country’s most celebrated late night TV shows, Brandee’s coming back to lead a... - November 19, 2010 - DanzHouse

Beth Lapides Show is Sold Out & Extended in LA

Comedian Beth Lapides has been getting rave reviews and selling out performances of her new musical multi-media stage show "100% Happy 88% of the Time" - November 18, 2010 - Un-Cabaret Multi-Media

Casting Director Gives Perspective on Auditioning

Anthony Reece appears on Voice Over Experts with a lecture on the importance of being selective about auditioning. - November 18, 2010 - Voices.com

Local Dancers Get Cracking – from Little Clara to Dream Clara, Daisy Jacobson Has Grown Up with South Bay Ballet’s Nutcracker

South Bay Ballet’s Nutcracker takes this local company to the grandest place as it rivals the finest American performances of this holiday spectacular. - November 18, 2010 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura

Judith Jamison, Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Named 2010-2011 Ambassador to the Arts by Guide for the Arts

Judith Jamison has been named the 2010-2011 Ambassador to the Arts by Guide for the Arts. Jamison, Artistic Director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, is being honored for her 45 years of dedication and contributions to the Arts community. - November 16, 2010 - Guide for the Arts

Voice Over Expert Offers Tips on Performing Authentic Dialects

Pat Fraley, a veteran voice over actor and coach, joins Voice Over Experts with his lesson on the critical difference between performing an accent accurately or authentically. - November 14, 2010 - Voices.com

Dischromatics Sponsors Media Academy Wales’ Welcome Event at Cineworld Cardiff

BAFTA Cymru with Media Academy Wales, the Industry Panel & the Directors of Separado, Dylan Goch and Gruff Rhys of Super Furry Animals were at the Dischromatics Sponsored Student Welcome Event of the year in Cardiff. - November 14, 2010 - Dischromatics Limited