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.
Emmy Award Winning Actor Beth Maitland and Joel Brooks Teach Actors How to Audition for TV and Film with an Online Video Course
Actors can now learn to audition via online video courses. - July 12, 2009 - AuditionsLA
Accidental Rep’s Anne Pasquale is Young Audiences of NY Teaching Artist of the Year
Accidental Rep Vice President and Director of Arts-in-Education was named Teaching Artist of the Year by Young Audiences of New York at their annual Partners In Excellence award ceremony, June 2009. - July 11, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
The Laff House Presents the Philadelphia Comedy Festival Beginning on November 4 and Running Through the 8th
The Philadelphia Comedy Festival will be held this from November 4th through November 8th. - July 10, 2009 - Sunset Corporation of America
Kenneth Walker Dance Project's "Mortgaged Dreams" Features New Contemporary Works, Collaborations, and Guests Artists at CSULB's Martha B. Knoebel Dance Theatre
KWDP, a contemporary ballet company, premieres new works along with audience favorites for the fifth season in a row. "Mortgaged Dreams" will showcase "Gate" set to the avant-garde music of Italian composer, Mario Salvucci. A new work with music composed for the company by Wes Hambright, Kenneth's playful "Ease of Euphoria" and the athletic "Focus on the Middle Distance will highlight the evening. - July 06, 2009 - Kenneth Walker Dance Project
Bruce Vilanch to Host Fire Island Dance Festival Fifteen
The Fire Island Dance Festival, Dancers Responding to AIDS’ (DRA) signature event is now in its fifteenth year. The annual event will be held in Fire Island Pines against a backdrop of the sun setting over the Great South Bay. The program will feature signature repertory dances along with world premiere pieces performed by emerging, established and world-renowned dance companies and choreographers. Festival performances will be hosted by Emmy Award winning writer / comic Bruce Vilanch. - July 04, 2009 - Broadway Cares / Equity Fights AIDS
World-Class Wines Showcased at the South African Food & Wine Festival
Fifteen of the finest wines to come out of the world-renown wine regions of Stellenbosch, Paarl & Robertson Valley, S.A. will be showcased at the 4th annual South African Food & Wine Festival, July 10th, 11th & 12th 2009 at Grayhaven Winery, Gum Spring, Virginia. The festival is a celebration of the culture, food, wine and music of South Africa. Visitors will taste a stellar line-up of wines from Cape Point Vineyards, Mulderbosch and others as well as Grayhaven’s own award-winning wines. - June 24, 2009 - Grayhaven Winery
MMG - Model Management Group (NYMMG) Opens International Model & Talent Agency, MMG Canada
Two years of planning and signing Models & Talent with Dual Citizenship pays off immediately as MMG Canada, based in Toronto, books a National Reebok Campaign. MMG on May 1st opened its’ Canadian Model and Talent Agency, MMG Canada located in Toronto. MMG will now be able to submit models and actors for work in both the United States and Canada. MMG is now an International Model and Talent Agency and can offer its’ clients an extensive list of celebrities as well as new faces. - June 22, 2009 - Model Management Group NYMMG
Just Added to Blues Traveler Concert
Lead singer of Kenny Wayne's Shephard's band Noah Hunt will take the stage with the opening act for Blues Traveler Concert, Scotty Bratcher on June 27, 2009 at JD Legends Entertainment Complex. - June 20, 2009 - Samaan Ventures, Inc
Maurice Sendak: Where the Wild Things Are & Higglety Pigglety Pop!
Two Fantasy Operas composed and conducted by Oliver Knussen with Libretti and Designs by Maurice Sendak Designs Adhere Faithfully to the Illustrations in the Famous Children’s Books by Maurice Sendak Where The Wild Things Are & Higglety Pigglety Pop! Available on DVD June 30 Kultur is... - June 19, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
1st Release of the Art of Storytelling with Brother Wolf Show iPod, a Complete Storytelling Education with 85 Hours of Storytelling Techniques for Teaching Storytelling
The Art of Storytelling with Brother Wolf Show will be released on July 31st 2009 on an iPod with 85 hours of storytelling techniques for teaching storytelling creating a complete storytelling education in one box. - June 18, 2009 - Brother Wolf Storytelling
Kellita Smith of “The Bernie Mac Show” Takes to the Stage in a Powerful New Play
Kellita Smith stars in new play. - June 17, 2009 - Alretha Thomas
The Sixth Annual Shakespeare Santa Monica - Presenting Free Outdoor Shakespeare in a Unique Location
The Sixth Annual Shakespeare Santa Monica. Outdoor Shakespeare Fun in Santa Monica. June 20-27. Tournament Tennis Court #1 at Reed Memorial Park corner of 7th & Wilshire Blvd. Always Free - Donations Accepted. - June 14, 2009 - Shakespeare Santa Monica
New in Branson - The Visitor Choice Awards
Area favorites will be recognized with The Visitor Choice Awards sponsored by The Vacation Channel’s www.ViewBranson.com. - June 11, 2009 - The Vacation Channel
Der Ring des Nibelungen (Wagner's Ring Cycle) on DVD
The Gran Teatre Liceu production of The Complete Cycle of Wagner’s Der Ring des Nibelungen Available on DVD June 30 Kultur is pleased to announce its release of Der Ring des Nibelungen, performed at Barcelona’s Gran Teatre del Liceu. This visually spectacular and highly entertaining... - June 11, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
IronHorse Music Group & Friends to Perform Free Outdoor Concert @ LIU Brooklyn Campus June 21
IHMG and Time Out New York present the 3rd annual Make Music New York Festival. - June 11, 2009 - Ironhorse Music Group LLC
California DanceArts Holds Weekend Open House & Student Demonstrations
Special Open House Weekend Events to Run June 12-14 at California DanceArts Studio in La Canada. - June 10, 2009 - California DanceArts
Jose Carreras Concert Collection on DVD
José Carreras Concert Collection 4-DVD Set Available on June 30 Kultur is proud to announce the new DVD release from one of the greatest opera voices of all time, the José Carreras Concert Collection. This four-DVD set will be available on June 30, 2009 for a suggested retail price... - June 06, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
The Comedy Team of Oscar and Bernie Invite You to Preview Their eBbook Free, "Sometimes...you Gotta' Kicka' Cab!" at Oscar and Bernie Dot Com
The new eBook, "Sometimes...You Gotta Kicka Cab!" is now at Oscar and Bernie's web site and at Lulu Publishing. Read an outrageous account of living in Vegas and traveling the USA from a comic's skewed viewpoint. - June 06, 2009 - Oscar and Bernie
The 2009 - Expthe.tv - Announces Top Prize Winners
The, a Nedgam Productions talent program, awards nine talented kids a share of over $50,000, and opens doors to the entertainment industry for many more. - June 04, 2009 - The
Charlotte Movers All My Sons Moving and Storage Promotes the Arts in Local Charlotte Community
Charlotte Moving Company donates their services to promote the arts. - June 02, 2009 - All My Sons
West Covina Symphony Orchestra Presents Free "Spirit of America" Concert
The West Covina Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Sylvia Lee Mann, presents the "Spirit of America" concert on Saturday June 27, 2009 at 7 p.m. The program is presented in cooperation with the West Covina Chamber of Commerce, the City of West Covina, the Covina United Methodist Church and the West Covina United Methodist Church. Music by Dvorak, Gershwin, Albert, Mann, Sousa and Smith will be performed. - June 02, 2009 - West Covina Symphony Orchestra
New Theatre Company Brings Award Winning Musical, RENT to Chicago Suburbs
Introspect Theatre presents the Broadway musical RENT June 18-27, 2009 at 8 pm Bartlett High School Auditorium, 701 Schick Rd. Bartlett, IL 60120 - June 01, 2009 - Introspect Theatre
All Remaining Shows of Rabbi Sam Are Sold Out Through June 7. After a Break, the Show Will Return to the Marsh for a Limited Engagement Starting October 17, 2009.
Developed with and directed by David Ford, Rabbi Sam will play Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 7pm. All shows are on The Marsh Main Stage, 1062 Valencia Street in San Francisco. For tickets, the public may call Brown Paper Tickets at 800-838-3006 or visit www.themarsh.org. - May 30, 2009 - The Marsh
Theatre Tickets Get Cheaper with Comparetheatretickets.com
Not many people know that these days you can get theatre tickets cheaper by simply comparing prices online at Comparetheatretickets.com. - May 28, 2009 - Compare Theatre Tickets
The Marsh Presents a Workshop Performance of Angela Neff’s "Picnics at the Asylum"
Developed with David Ford, the show plays on Wednesday, July 8 2009 at 7.30 pm on The Marsh Main Stage, 1062 Valencia Street. For tickets, the public may call Brown Paper Tickets at 800-838-3006 or visit www.themarsh.org. - May 28, 2009 - The Marsh
ACT - theact.tv -- to Announce Winners of Essay Contest on May 31, 2009
ACT, a national acting program, is sharing the gift of education in the arts with youth by sponsoring an essay contest, with funds donated in the winners' names to national charities -- funds totaling $1,500. - May 26, 2009 - ACT
Shakespeare Remixed. The Bard in the Age of Don't Ask, Don't Tell.
A new play at the Midtown International Theatre Festival in NYC. - May 25, 2009 - the Collective Objective
Astor Piazzolla’s, Maria de Buenos Aires, Opera Tango
Legendary Argentinean Composer Astor Piazzolla’s Maria de Buenos Aires A Full Performance of the Acclaimed Opera Tango Available on DVD July 28 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of Astor Piazzolla’s Maria de Buenos Aires This program will be available on DVD July 28, 2009 for... - May 24, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
South Bay Ballet Closes Season with Premiere of A Midsummer Night's Dream
A Storybook Ballet Premiere for one weekend only. Tickets now on sale. Saturday, June 6 - 2 & 6 p.m. and Sunday, June 7 - 3 p.m. James R. Armstrong Theatre, Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. - May 24, 2009 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura
The Marsh Presents Lambeth Sterling’s “Love And Sex In The Spin Cycle” on Wednesday, June 17, 2009. A Marsh Rising Workshop Performance.
One Performance Only! The show plays on Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at 7.30 pm at The Marsh, 1062 Valencia Street. For tickets, the public may call Brown Paper Tickets at 800-838-3006 or visit www.themarsh.org. - May 23, 2009 - The Marsh
ZSL London Zoo | Enjoy a Room with a Zoo…
The world’s most destructive, dangerous and devious animal will be on display in a glass living room at ZSL London Zoo this May half term. For the Whitsun May bank holiday only, a human will occupy a Room with a Zoo. - May 23, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
Howard Goodall's Organ Works on DVD
Howard Goodall’s Organ Works. Available on DVD June 30. Kultur is proud to announce the new DVD release from the acclaimed composer of choral music, stage musicals, film and TV scores, an award-winning broadcaster and passionate music educator, Howard Goodall’s Organ Works. This... - May 21, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Kultur to Release Its First Performing Arts Program on Blu-Ray
Kultur to Release its First Performing Arts Program on Blu-ray Disc July 28th. The Australian Opera production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance. Kultur International Films is pleased to announce the release of its first performing arts program on Blu-ray disc, The... - May 21, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
Motor City Film Festival Founder Returns to Detroit to Producer Indie Film
M L Davis of DOC Entertainment, Independent Casting Director and Producer(and Denby alumni) is returning to his hometown to produce an independent comedy feature. He is looking for cast and crew to work along with him to bring his project to fruition. He needs grips, gaffers, script supervisor, location scout, wardrobe, hair & make-up and a DP. Local talent will used to round out his "Motown Rebound" movie. - May 19, 2009 - DOC Entertainment
Tango Nuevo Cabaret Announces Its U.S. Debut at UCLA's Royce Hall, June 4, 2009
The New Production Showcases the Avant-Garde Tango Music of Legendary Argentine Composer Astor Piazzolla. - May 15, 2009 - Tango Nuevo Cabaret
The Marsh Presents a Workshop Performance of Dan Hoyle’s "Right?"
The show plays on Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at 7.30 pm on The Marsh Main Stage, 1062 Valencia Street. For tickets, the public may call Brown Paper Tickets at 800-838-3006 or visit www.themarsh.org. - May 15, 2009 - The Marsh
Toronto Magician Dan Trommater to Perform at Hollywood’s World Famous Magic Castle Nightclub
Toronto magician Dan Trommater to perform magic at exclusive Hollywood nightclub - The Magic Castle. - May 15, 2009 - Dan Trommater
Visual Art Male Model Competition Helps Fight AIDS
World-Class Classic Physiques will host Visual Art Male Physique Model Competition at 6 p.m. on June 6, 2009 in Atlanta. Visual Art combines the arts with the art of bodybuilding. Partial proceeds from the event benefit the AIDS Research Consortium of Atlanta (ARCA). - May 15, 2009 - World-Class Classic Physiques
Launch of Santa Monica's New Comedy Spot: M.i.'s Westside Comedy Theater
M.i's Westside Comedy Theater is Santa Monica's new home for comedy. The former Westside Eclectic Theater is being renovated and relaunched as a comedy mecca for all westsiders and beyond. The new owners are the founding fathers of the long touring Mission IMPROVable show - a short form improv show that is the most popular touring improv show in the country. A launch party will be held Thursday 5/14 through Saturday 5/16 including performances by the theater's top shows and celebrity guests. - May 13, 2009 - MI Productions
Accidental Rep Presents Working Sessions – Great Plays of the 20th Century
Accidental Rep presents its final working sessions as part of the Living Room Series, featuring scenes from great plays of the 20th century, drawn from our professional workshop, May 28-30 and June 4-6 at 8pm, 555 Eighth Avenue, Suite 403, in New York City. - May 12, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
Hive Pressings Open and Calling for Writers
Hive Pressings, the newest source for on line publishing will be going live on July 24, 2009 for a soft opening, with a full launch date set for September 18, 2009. Hive Pressings will carry representation and distribution rights for a variety of written mediums including: Plays: Monologue... - May 07, 2009 - Hive Pressings
Expthe.tv Participant Auditions for Steven Speilberg
The organizers of Expthe.tv -- a Nedgam Production -- just announced an audition with Steven Speilberg for one of their 2008 talent search winners. - May 07, 2009 - The
Magic, Music, Art, and Harriet… an Amazing Show in an Amazing Theatre
Magic, Music, Art, and Harriet is a highly unusual, entertaining, and educational show featuring the talents of international award winning magician, Mitch Williams, and his ART of Magic program, along with "theatre artist extraordinaire," Edith Barnard, and her portrayal of Harriet Beecher Stowe: the Woman Who Changed History. It takes place on May 31, 2009 at 6 pm at the historic Apollo Theatre in downtown Peoria, IL. - May 06, 2009 - Mitch Williams Magic Productions
24th Annual Dolly Parton Parade Goes Worldwide
The Dolly Parton Parade this Friday will be broadcast live via TheSmokies.TV, the new web media from S. D. Professionals. The live show hosted by radio personality, Tammy Kelly and Kate Phillips starts at 6pm eastern and can be viewed for free on www.thesmokies.tv - May 04, 2009 - SD Professionals LLC
The Marsh Presents Ann Randolph’s "Final Destination" on Wednesday, May 27, 2009. A Marsh Rising Performance.
One Performance Only. Ann Randolph’s “Final Destination” plays on Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 7.30 pm on The Marsh Main Stage, 1062 Valencia Street. For tickets, the public may call Brown Paper Tickets at 800-838-3006 or visit www.themarsh.org. - May 02, 2009 - The Marsh
Star Valley Academy Announces the Star Valley Storybook Theatre Will be Performing Amazonia
The Star Valley Storybook Theatre will be performing Amazonia at the Pheonix Theatre in Petaluma on July 26. - April 26, 2009 - Star Valley Academy of Arts & Sciences
The Marsh Presents Kenny Yun’s Lettucetown Lies
Kenny Yun’s new one-man show, “Lettucetown Lies” plays Friday and Saturday at 8:00 pm from June 5 – June 27, 2009 (press opening June 13), in The Marsh Studio Theater, 1074 Valencia Street in San Francisco. For tickets, the public may call Brown Paper Tickets at 800-838-3006 or visit www.themarsh.org. - April 26, 2009 - The Marsh
The Marsh Presents Marsh Youth Theater’s Mainstage Performance Ensemble in "Ciribiribin”
Written by Lisa Quoresimo & Charles Eurydice Gray and directed by Lisa Quoresimo, the show plays May 9 – 16, 2009. Performances are on Saturday, May 9 at 3:00 pm; Sunday, May 10 at 3:00 pm; Friday May 15 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, May 16 at 2:00 pm. - April 26, 2009 - The Marsh
The Marsh Extends Charlie Varon's "Rabbi Sam"
The Marsh is pleased to announce that, due to phenomenal ticket sales, Charlie Varon’s “Rabbi Sam” has been extended through June 7, 2009. The show plays Thursdays at 8pm; Saturdays at 8pm until May 9 and at 5pm starting on May 16; and Sundays at 7pm. There are no Friday performances. All shows are on The Marsh Main Stage, 1062 Valencia Street in San Francisco. For tickets, the public may call Brown Paper Tickets at 800-838-3006 or visit www.themarsh.org. - April 26, 2009 - The Marsh
An Evening of Wine and Jazz with Branford Marsalis at the Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield Connecticut
Music lovers have been introduced to Saxophonist Branford Marsalis anywhere from the stages of the world’s greatest clubs and concert halls to seeing him jam on stage at a Grateful Dead concert. Now, no matter where you saw him- you can see him again at The Ridgefield Playhouse as he and his... - April 24, 2009 - Ridgefield Playhouse