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.
Margaret Wingrove Dance Company Presents Great Expectations
Now in their 28th year, San Jose based Margaret Wingrove Dance Company presents a dance interpretation of Charles Dickens’ haunting novel, Great Expectations. The performance, which runs January 7 - 10 at the San Jose Stage, follows the story of Pip, who meets an escaped convict in a graveyard and follows his development through adversity as he discovers the true nature of his “great expectations.” - January 06, 2010 - Margaret Wingrove Dance Company
Comedy Night at The Wellness Community Features Karen Rontowski January 11
A free Comedy Night for people affected by cancer with featured performer Karen Rontowski will be held Monday, January 11, 7:00-8:00 p.m. at The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village. The monthly Comedy Night series is made possible by funds raised at the Stand Up... - January 06, 2010 - The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura
Retro Mondays - A Blast from the Past
Years ago, families use to gather together in one room of the house and watch television together. One of the shows families watched was the Red Skelton Show. Today you can find Red Skelton Impersonator Brian Hoffman performing Live in Las Vegas, Monday afternoons in the Royal Resort Hotel on Convention Center Drive. - January 04, 2010 - Red Skelton Comedy Show
Fitness Trend Prediction by MMA Conditioning Association for 2010; It’s Not Your Mother’s Workout
Mixed martial arts workouts predicted to be the emerging fitness trend in the New Year - January 02, 2010 - John Spencer Ellis Fitness & Personal Development
The Orpheum Theatre Foxboro Presents the Boston Premiere of RENT
The Boston Premiere of RENT at the Orpheum Theatre Foxboro January 29-February 7. - January 01, 2010 - The Foxboro Orpheum Theatre
Life Ionizers Drums to a New Beat with Julian Pavone, the World's Youngest Drummer and Inventor
At only 5-years old, with more than 9000 newspaper and magazine articles, while appearing on more than 100 Television and News shows including The Oprah Winfrey Show and Good morning America, Julian Pavone is rocking this world, playing a 22-piece custom drum set with 17 cymbals and a double... - December 31, 2009 - Julian Pavone
Giselle a New High Definition Production from the Dutch National Ballet on DVD January 26
A New High Definition Production from the Dutch National Ballet Giselle Debuts on Blu-ray and DVD January 26 Kultur is proud to announce the release of the new Dutch National Ballet Company high definition production of Giselle. This acclaimed ballet production will be available January 26, 2010... - December 31, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Thousand Oaks Philharmonic Starts New Year with OPUS 26 Concerts Featuring Eight Local Youth Soloists
January 10th pre-concert dinner at Fiamme Restaurant & Bar to raise funds in support of future performances. - December 30, 2009 - Thousand Oaks Philharmonic
Motley Crue's Vince Neil to Tour South America in February 2010
Gabe Reed confirms that Vince Neil will tour South America in February 2010 - December 27, 2009 - Gabe Reed Productions
Kentucky Asian Culture Association Brought Shen Yun - a Glorious Culture Reborn - to Louisville, KY the First Time
Energetic and thrilling drumming acts are just a part of the world-renowned Shen Yun show, scheduled to play at the Whitney Hall, The Kentucky Center on Mar 7, 2010 in Louisville. The show is on an international tour spanning over 100 cities on five continents. - December 24, 2009 - Kentucky Asian Culture Association
Thousand Oaks Philharmonic to Recognize Steinway & Sons as Artistic Partner at a Recital and Gala January 3rd
Gala will include debut performances on two world-class pianos, on loan from Steinway to the Thousand Oaks Philharmonic Recital Hall. - December 24, 2009 - Thousand Oaks Philharmonic
Uncanny Mysteries and Coincidences at Orlando's Newest Dinner & Magic Show
"An Evening of Magic" - Elegant Dining and Sophisticated Sleight of Hand - features a mouth-watering dinner at the legendary Del Frisco's Steakhouse and a stunning close-up Magic Show in a private parlor environment by world-renown magical entertainer, Orlando's own Kostya Kimlat. Purchase tickets at www.KMagic.com - December 23, 2009 - Kostya Magic Entertainment
It's Criminal! The Comedy (Getting People Off and Other Legal Fantasies)
Criminal Defense Attorney Murray Meyer’s idiosyncratic travelogue through the criminal justice system. - December 21, 2009 - Santa Monica Group Theatre/Santa Monica Playhouse
SoBe Institute of the Arts Celebrates New Beginnings with a Multimedia Grand Opening Cabaret at the Renovated Little Stage Theater
Under the direction of Executive Artistic Director Carson Kievman, SoBe Institute of the Arts will welcome the new year January 1st with a fresh and compelling multimedia arts cabaret to celebrate the renovation and reopening of the Little Stage Theater @ SoBe Arts. The Grand Opening Cabaret will... - December 20, 2009 - SoBe Institute of the Arts
The 4 Horsemen Production Present The SST/PURE Cirkus Roadshow
SST/PURE CIRKUS ROADSHOW, an explosive theatrical experience, is a fusion of traveling freak show, burlesque, pyrotechnic theatre, and combative cabaret. This controversial, hysterical, and extraordinary production features the best Seattle has to offer in underground theater. - December 18, 2009 - The 4 Horsemen
Redshift Productions Pairs Physics and Dance in Dance of Scales at the 2010 Light in Winter Festival
Cornell Physicist Itai Cohen and Choreographer Maren Waldman will present a dance, narrative and multimedia performance about the movement of organisms at different scales. - December 17, 2009 - Redshift Productions
Dancers Responding to AIDS Present Dance from the Heart | Men 20 Dance Companies and Artists to Perform at Four Programs Over Two Days
Produced by and benefiting Dancers Responding to AIDS, "Dance from the Heart | MEN" will feature two unique programs spread out over two days and will showcase 20 of some of the finest male dancers and choreographers working today including So You Think You Can Dance season three finalist Danny Tidwell, American Ballet Theatre principal dancer Marcelo Gomes and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre principal Jamar Roberts. - December 16, 2009 - Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS
Dancesportduo.com Announces That Oregon’s Number One Youth Ballroom and Latin Couple Will be Representing the Northwest Region at the USA National Dancesport Championship
Portland’s own William Mao and Heather Mattole are the city’s resident youth “Dancing with the Stars” equivalents and will be heading to the National Championships next year - December 16, 2009 - Dancesportduo.com
Beth Not Meth! Comedian Beth Lapides Performs Benefit for LA Gay & Lesbian Center
Comedian Beth Lapides will perform her new show, "100% Happy 88% of the Time" in a special, one-night-only performance at the L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center’s Renberg Theatre on Saturday, Jan. 9, 8pm, 1125 N. McCadden Place LA 90038. Tickets are only $20 and net proceeds will benefit the Center’s Baby Dragon Fund for crystal meth addiction counseling. Our motto for the night: "Beth Not Meth!" More info: 760-327-4656. - December 11, 2009 - Un-Cabaret Multi-Media
Noble Productions, LTD's Critically Acclaimed Film ‘Noble Things’ Starring Lee Ann Womack Will be Available on DVD December 22nd
After a successful 4-week theatrical run, the independent feature film “Noble Things” will be made available on DVD at Amazon.com and other major retail outlets. Bonus features include a 5.1 Dolby Surround Mix and “The Making of.” - December 09, 2009 - Noble Productions, LTD.
The Marsh San Francisco Presents Dan Hoyle’s New Solo Show, "The Real Americans" from January 21 – March 6, 2010
Fleeing the liberal bubble of San Francisco and his hipster friends, Hoyle spent 100 days traveling through small-town America in search of some tough country wisdom and a way to bridge America’s urban/rural divide. Instead, Hoyle found himself immersed in the populist anger of the people whom Sarah Palin famously described as ‘The Real Americans’ and awed at the disconnect between Obama Nation and Palin Country. - December 09, 2009 - The Marsh
The Marsh Presents Marsh Youth Theater’s Teen Troupe in "The Wave," a Musical by Ron Jones
The play is based on an actual classroom experiment in fascism conducted by Jones in 1967 while he was a history teacher at Cubberley High School in Palo Alto. During a five-day period students gave up their ‘freedom’ for the prospect of being superior to their classmates. Almost immediately, the experiment got out of control. Student curiosity and questioning were replaced with conformity and violence. - December 09, 2009 - The Marsh
Julian Pavone, “The World’s Youngest Drummer and Inventor,” Begins Taping 26 Episode TV Series
The 26 episode series, “All You Need Is Music,” began taping on Monday, December 7th. Julian will co-host with 4-Time Grammy Award Winning Producer, Michael J. Powell as they travel to major U.S. cities on a quest to find out about the birth and evolution of various types of music... - December 08, 2009 - Julian Pavone
Actor Attempts to Repay Millions After Fulfilling Dream - Creates Talent Overload
Hoping to help others live out a dream is his goal. - December 05, 2009 - Talent Overload
Urban Fire Presents "Christmas Showcase 2009"
A hip new way to look at some familiar Christmas tunes, catch this family-friendly holiday event on Saturday, December 19, 2009. Proceeds to benefit the Firehouse Dance Scholarship Fund. - December 03, 2009 - Urban Fire Dance Studio
South Street Players to Hold Auditions for "Harvey"
The South Street Players, Freehold New Jersey's oldest theater company will hold auditions for its upcoming presentation of "Harvey" by Mary Chase. The auditions will be held Sunday December 13th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm in Spring Lake, NJ. - December 03, 2009 - South Street Players
Dennis McKinley Directs Travis Porter Video with Cameos from Dem Franchise Boyz, Lil Chuckee, Dj Teknikz, and Spinz Hoodrich
Music video director, Dennis McKinley, makes his Atlanta debut with "Go Shorty Go," a steamy video featuring upbeat club scenes and exotic dancers. - December 02, 2009 - McKinley Presents
Hellfire Variety Show: a Cabaret Descent Into the Underworld
Part circus, part burlesque, part variety show, Hellfire takes a devilishly playful approach by exploring the full range of human morality. The show brings to life playful humor, startling beauty, and physical prowess. - December 02, 2009 - The 4 Horsemen
Alabama Symphony Orchestra is on the Road at Faith Chapel Christian Center December 13th
Faith Chapel Christian Center’s Fine Arts Ministry is teaming up with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra (ASO) to present “A Gospel Christmas,” featuring the Dr. Henry Panion III as conductor. - December 02, 2009 - Faith Chapel Christian Center
Mission City Opera Premieres Michael Taylor's New Opera "Truce of Carols"
On Dec. 5-6, 2009, Santa Clara's Mission City Opera performs the company's first new opera premiere: "Truce of Carols," a one-act opera in English and German, with libretto and music by the company's Associate Conductor Michael Taylor. Based in part on Stanley Weintraub's 2001 book, "Silent Night – the Story of the Christmas Truce," "Truce of Carols" tells the story of the spontaneous 1914 WWI Christmas ceasefire. - December 01, 2009 - Mission City Opera
The Cross & The Switchblade Musical Creator Launches Global Google Ads Campaign
Peter G. James Sinclair continues to utilise the power of the Internet to build his global audience for his musical 'The Cross & The Switchblade' with a comprehensive Google ad launch. - December 01, 2009 - Peter G. James Sinclair
John Strasberg Lectures on Training Actors and the Creative Process
As part of Accidental Repertory Theater's "Living Room Series," Artistic Director John Strasberg offers two lectures on acting and the creative process, December 3 and 10, 8pm, at John Strasberg Studios, 555 Eighth Avenue, Suite 403, New York City. - November 28, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
Adelphi University Presents Amahl and the Night Visitors on December 12, 2009
Adelphi University is proud to present Amahl and the Night Visitors, one of the most popular American operas by Gian Carlo Menotti, on Saturday, December 12, 2009, at 2:00 p.m. in the University’s Performing Arts Center (AU PAC), Concert Hall, 1 South Avenue, Garden City, NY. This production... - November 26, 2009 - Adelphi University
A Call to Action to All Retailers and Their Customers
The Display Case Company is challenging all retailers and their customers to remember the Arts Organizations this year in their charitable giving. - November 24, 2009 - Display Case Company
Peter Booth "Film Star" for Auction, from the Short Film Setting the Art World Alight, Possession(s) Starring Laurence Fuller
Possession(s) starring Laurence Fuller launches with the sale of the famous Peter Booth painting. For a link to the film trailer: http://www.laurencefuller.com/Possession.html. "A powerful short film that explores the nature of desire, obsession and possession." - Film INK. - November 23, 2009 - OIL Films
God, War, Lust and Honor Converge in Ireland in 'The Fog People'
The post-WW II theatrical drama is now available for download at Royalty Free Plays. - November 23, 2009 - Royalty Free Plays
North Hollywood Acting Workshop Focuses on the Business Side
Stuart Rogers’ Studios announces additional acting workshop sessions through the remainder of 2009. - November 22, 2009 - Theatre Tribe Studio Theatre
Raise the Funny and Raise the Money- Comedian Starts Charity Auction Service
Comedian Wil Shriner launches a comedy auction campaign to help raise monies for charity. The actor/writer/producer/host who has been involved with dozens of charities over the years, decided to standup to help raise money, using humor to pry open people’s wallets and purses. “In these... - November 20, 2009 - Wil Shriner Prods Inc
Music Brings NuU Medspa and Merit School Together for Alegre Carnavale, 8th Annual Masquerade Ball
Merit School of Music of Chicago and NuU Medspa convened Saturday, November 14, 2009 for Alegre Carnaval, their 8th Annual Masquerade Ball that raise funds for school program. Merit School of Music provides excellent music education for children of all socioeconomic backgrounds. Alegre Carnaval... - November 19, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Charlotte Youth Ballet
Charlotte Youth Ballet’s 2009 The Nutcracker Performance - November 19, 2009 - Charlotte Youth Ballet
Bent Not Broken Inspired Theater Group Increases HIV & AIDS Awareness in the Original Stage Play, “You Passed Me By”
Inland Empire original stage play educates and entertains audiences about HIV prevention. - November 18, 2009 - Bent Not Broken Inspired
Live from Las Vegas. New Show Dates in December. Brian Hoffman's Remembering Red - A Tribute to Red Skelton.
Brian Hoffman's Remembering Red - A Tribute to Red Skelton is a fun filled show that the entire family will enjoy. - November 18, 2009 - Red Skelton Comedy Show
Future Audience Flocking in Their Hundreds to New Musical's Websites
Peter G. James Sinclair is using social media to drive traffic to his musical website and Blog, and since launching his social media marketing campaign only a few days ago - hundreds are already flocking to his fan pages, website and Blog. Peter says that ' When you live in the land of 'Up Over'... - November 14, 2009 - Peter G. James Sinclair
The Marsh is Proud to Present Unique Derique in "Fund-Derful Holidaze," a Fun-Filled Feast of Frivolity for All Ages
This is a perfect afternoon treat for the whole family, in which amazing youth jugglers, a Hambone body music team and hip hop dancers, all “movin' and groovin'” with Unique Derique’s clowning, will leave the audience laughing and dancing into the new year. - November 14, 2009 - The Marsh
Australian Musical Creator Launches Worldwide Online Search for Production Company
Peter G. James Sinclair, the creator of 'The Cross & The Switchblade - The Musical' has launched a website with the specific purpose of finding a production company in the world who will assist him in taking his musical to Broadway. - November 12, 2009 - Peter G. James Sinclair
David Derr Serves as Creative Director for Off Broadway Hit Show
David Derr of D2 Studios will serve as creative director for the highly anticipated Off Broadway play, “Santa Claus is Coming Out.” He has created all graphic marketing materials including the show logo, print and Internet advertising images, postcards, and the overall concept for the production’s marketing campaign. - November 11, 2009 - D2 Studios
The Marsh is Pleased to Announce a Marsh Rising Workshop Performance of Lisa Ramirez’ Exit Cuckoo (Nanny in Motherland)
Inspired by her work as a nanny in Manhattan, Ramirez gives us a glimpse into the lives of different women, both nannies and mothers, as she takes us into their homes and sits us on park benches with them. The play guarantees that the viewer will never look at "that woman" with the stroller the same way again. - November 11, 2009 - The Marsh
Re-Invented and Ready to Rumble with Life in the Music Business Again
A re-invention to promote skills and talent. - November 11, 2009 - zazziemo
Altering Perceptions: Art Exhibition Reinforces International Real Estate Firm's Green Message
Environmental art exhibition at 499 Park Avenue, New York City provides a unique way to communicate Hines' leadership role in sustainable development and building's Energy Star rating to tenants, visitors and staff. - November 10, 2009 - DSA Fine Arts Ltd
Concert of Christmas Music, Lincoln Center, NY
Summary Blurb: Raymond Arrroyo emcees a spirited Christmas concert at Alice Tully Hall Starr Theater, Lincoln Center, “Merry Christmas New York City!” to celebrate the real reason for the season. - November 08, 2009 - ColorBlindMusic Ministries