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.
DressRegistry.com Launches on-Line Magazine; Expands Content with Articles on Preparing for Big Nights Out
DressRegistry.com, a new website where women can register the dress they will be wearing to a particular event to avoid the drama of another wearing the exact same dress, is expanding their site to include a new on-line magazine. The magazine will feature original content on topics related to... - April 18, 2009 - DressRegistry.com
Expthe.tv Talent Search Winner Signs with LA Agent and Books National Commercial
Expthe.tv discovered child actor Charles Lott, Jr. last year when he competed at a "The" (pronounced tay) event and won $10,000. The organizers of "The" announced today that young Lott has been signed by a talent agent and booked in a national commercial for a food chain. - April 18, 2009 - The
Alma ICE Break Pool Tournament and Music Festival
The picturesque riverside town of Alma Wisconsin hosts its first annual Alma Ice Break festival with a focus not only on great entertainment, but on the local artists and merchants that make the Alma area so unique. The exciting two-weekend festival features a men’s and women’s pool tournament, comedians, Wisconsin Public Radio’s “Big River Radio Wave,” and an eclectic span of national, regional and local musicians ranging in genre from hip hop to bluegrass; alt-pop to jamband. - April 16, 2009 - Alma ICE Break
Alternative Theatre Company Brings Gay Theatre to New York
Original gay theatre comes to the New York stage with the premier of "Dirty Secrets" by Joe Marshall, opening June 4. Marshall tackles the sensitive topic of monogamy and gay relationships head-on in this thriller. - April 15, 2009 - Alternative Theatre Company
4-Year Old Julian Pavone, ‘The World’s Youngest Drummer,’ Now Also the World’s Youngest Inventor
Julian Pavone, who at 20-months-old began to make worldwide headlines as a drummer, is now also the world’s youngest inventor at age 4. Julian’s attorney, Robert Kelly, from the prestigious metropolitan Detroit law firm, Dickinson Wright PLLC, filed the application and received the... - April 15, 2009 - Julian Pavone
Oral Storytelling Moves Into the 21st Century on The Art of Storytelling Show, Now Entering Its Third Year of Podcasting
The Art of Storytelling Show successfully fuels the rebirth of the storytelling community in a new technological format. The podcast has created a format where anyone can learn the ancient art of storytelling. - April 10, 2009 - Brother Wolf Storytelling
Starmakers 2009 Honors Six Patrons of the Performing Arts
Point Park University Marks 15th Anniversary of Conservatory of Performing Arts’ Showcase and Gala. - April 10, 2009 - Point Park University
thecentre:mk Ugandan Children’s Choir Visits Milton Keynes
the Watoto Children’s Choir from Uganda will be performing in Middleton Hall, thecentre:mk, shopping centre. - April 10, 2009 - thecentre:mk
Soblu Inc.'s, "Jazz in the Diamond District" – Opening in Select Theaters April 24th
Soblu Inc.'s debut feature film, “Jazz in the Diamond District,” will open in select theaters in D.C., New York, Atlanta and Chicago for exclusive one-week engagements through Landmark Theatres. The film will open in Washington, D.C. on April 24th and will close in Chicago, IL on May... - April 09, 2009 - Soblu Inc
Pay Attention: ADHD in Hollywood, On the Rocks with a Twist
Frank South's true story of his life as a New York waiter and performance artist who is catapulted into fast track Hollywood TV writing unwittingly unleashing his Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Hypomania, Alcoholism, and Issues with Authority. - April 07, 2009 - Santa Monica Group Theatre/Santa Monica Playhouse
Poet/Performance Artist Kylyra Debuts Live in UK
Poet and performance artist Kylyra appearing live in Manchester. - April 07, 2009 - Dark World International
Jeru Tillman Presents Showtime on Sunset
Jeru Tillman is changing the face of Tuesday nights at The Comedy Store. This Tuesday night will feature a new guest host, four hilarious comedians with a wide range of comedy perspectives, all accompanied by a live band. Tuesday April 7, 2009 doors at 8:15pm. The Comedy Store, 8433 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA - April 05, 2009 - Jeru Tillman Productions
Capretta Jolts the Dance Floor with “Big Mama’s House”
Big Mama's House, produced by international dance music producer Rod Carrillo, is already making crowds go wild with infatuation, where it is currently spinning. Capretta’s new unforgettable “Big Mama’s House” single has a complete bump and grind remix package with the likes of Chris Shannon, DJ Kilo, Peter Brown, Tim Schommer, The Perry Twins and Rod Carrillo. - April 02, 2009 - Dancemusiclabel.com/Carrillo Music LLC
Despite Difficult Times, One Performing Arts Center in Paterson, NJ Still Optimistic
The Newly Opened Great Falls Performing Arts Center Searches for Success in Tough Times and Continues Its Opening Season - April 02, 2009 - Great Falls Performing Arts Center
West Covina Symphony Orchestra Presents Free "Concert for the Arts"
The West Covina Symphony, under the direction of Dr. Sylvia Lee Mann, presents a "Concert for the Arts" on April 9, 2009 at 7 p.m. The program is a joint production with the West Covina Chamber of Commerce, the City of West Covina and the East Valley Art Association. Music by Rossini, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, and Mussorgsky will be performed. - March 31, 2009 - West Covina Symphony Orchestra
The Party Animals Are Heading to Guantanamo Bay
The Party Animals Live will be donating their services beginning April 17, 2009 traveling to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba for another Armed Forces Entertainment (AFE) tour. The Party Animals Live is a “one stop shop” in providing children entertainment and will be throwing two huge bashes, April 19 and 20 in celebration of "Month of the Military Child." - March 31, 2009 - The Party Animals, LLC
Golden Touch Productions Presents: The Strength of a Woman Stage Play "What Every Girl Wants, What Everyman Needs!" Written and Directed by: Yonel Aris
Saturday, May 9th 2009, at 8pm at the Lou Rawls Theatre, come laugh, love, and learn, as Golden Touch Productions seeks to discover "what every girl wants, what everyman needs!" In it's hit stage play: The Strength of a Woman... - March 30, 2009 - Golden Touch Productions
The Marsh Presents Don Reed’s East 14th * True Tales of a Reluctant Player
East 14th opened at The Marsh on May 8, 2009 and has been extended through August 30. Show times are Friday at 8:00 pm, Saturday at 8:30 pm and Sunday at 3:00 pm. The Marsh is located at 1062 Valencia Street, near 22nd street in San Francisco. - March 30, 2009 - The Marsh
Eugene Ballet Company Dancers Launch Campaign to Save Their Jobs
The Eugene Ballet Dancers have launched a fundraising campaign called "Dancers Act Now" to battle the tough economic climate that's dimming the lights for many of their fellow professional dancers. - March 28, 2009 - Eugene Ballet Company
Country Music's True Musical Treasures to Play at JD Legends in Ohio
Country music star Mark Chesnutt will be playing at JD Legends Entertainment Complex Saturday May 30, 2009. Tickets are only $15. The concert will be held outdoors and doors will open at 6pm. Mark Chesnutt is one of Country’s true musical treasures. Critics have hailed him as a classic... - March 27, 2009 - Samaan Ventures, Inc
Accidental Rep’s "Variations on ‘A Doll’s House’" Make Work in Progress the Goal
John Strasberg's Accidental Repertory Theater presents Ibsen's "A Doll's House" in a traditional translation, and in a new version, in repertory, opening April 23, at John Strasberg Studios, 555 Eighth Avenue, NYC. - March 27, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
From Mexico City to Garden City - Long Island Children's Museum Welcomes Renowned Mexican Puppet Company
Acclaimed Mexican puppet company, Marionetas de la Esquina, presents English and Spanish language performances of "Emilio and the Enchanted Cow" on April 18 and 19 at the Long Island Children's Museum in Garden City, NY. LICM performances are only East Coast appearance of award-winning company. - March 27, 2009 - Long Island Children's Museum
Andy Dooley Live Coming to Unity Church for Creative Living in Jacksonville, FL March 27th & 28th 2009
Spiritual comedian Andy Dooley to perform at Unity Church for Creative Living. - March 25, 2009 - Unity Church for Creative Living
International Violinist is Music to Children’s Ears
Learning the violin at a young age can teach children responsibility, discipline, and fine motor skills. International Musician, Martin Lopez, is bringing his unique teaching style to the Naples, FL area, beginning with a free workshop on Mar 27th. - March 25, 2009 - The Martin Lopez Academy
Caryl Churchill's Seven Jewish Children to Premiere in Austin
To celebrate World Theatre Day, Austin Circle of Theaters teams with Cambiare Productions to present a free staged reading of Churchill’s controversial new work. - March 25, 2009 - Cambiare Productions
Eugene Ballet Company Dancer Wins Cuban Lottery
Born in Cuba, Leoannis Pupo-Guillen can truly thank his family’s luck of the draw for his opportunity to become one of the prestigious dancers of the internationally renowned group, Eugene Ballet Company. It was his family’s fortunate fate of winning a special lottery system in Cuba,... - March 20, 2009 - Eugene Ballet Company
Join a Magical Journey Through Old San Francisco’s Colorful and Notorious Past: "Eccentrics of San Francisco’s Barbary Coast … a Magical Escapade"
Celebrating the 150-Year Anniversary of the 1849 Gold Rush, join a Magical Journey through old San Francisco’s colorful and notorious past. Audiences experience San Francisco’s wild, wacky, and romantic past, with world-class entertainers Spinning Tales and Weaving Enchantment. Performance-artists Walt Anthony, David Miller, Brian Scott, and Ruth Fraser deliver wonder to savor, bringing to life memorable portraits of wild-and-woolly characters from the Old West with a theatrical flair. - March 17, 2009 - San Francisco Magic Parlor
thecentre:mk Hijacked for Comic Relief
MK Performance Network (MKPN) the online dating network for performing artists and venues is “hijacking” Middleton Hall at thecentre:mk on Friday 13 March for an Artists and Performers’ Fair in aid of Comic Relief. - March 12, 2009 - thecentre:mk
John Strasberg’s Accidental Rep Presents a Different Doll’s House Every Night
Accidental Repertory Theater's spring season features multiple contrasting productions of Ibsen's "A Doll's House," opening April 23. - March 11, 2009 - Accidental Repertory Theater
The Mastering Room Announces It's Grand Opening in Las Vegas, NV
A brand new world class CD Mastering Studio has officially opened its doors in Las Vegas, NV. The Mastering Room was designed and implemented by President/Chief Engineer Greg Forsberg. - March 09, 2009 - The Mastering Room
Phyllis K. Day Analyzes the Voice of Vicki Amorose in Experts Podcast
Voice over coach Phyllis K. Day works with professional talent Vicki Amorose to find her true voice in her most recent Voice Over Experts Podcast through Voices.com. - March 08, 2009 - Voices.com
Free Irish Storytelling to be Presented by National Storyteller on St. Patrick's Day in Goodyear, Arizona
Irish storytelling for adults will be offered free on St. Patrick's Day, 7:00PM, March 17, 2009 at the "Ground Control Coffee Lounge" located at 14140 W Indian School #B1 in Goodyear, AZ. - March 08, 2009 - Storyteller.net
North Carolina Theatre Releases Miss Saigon Podcast
Kristin Buie, communications manager of the North Carolina Theatre (www.nctheatre.com), has announced the release of a podcast presenting information about Miss Saigon, a musical production which will be running Saturday, March 21 – Sunday, March 29 at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium located at 1... - March 08, 2009 - NC Theatre
Regional Competitors at March 7 Winter Guard International Eye Coveted Door Prize
2008 Winter Olympics Baritone Horn Inscribed with Olympic Rings to be Raffled. - March 06, 2009 - Creative Music Center
Romeo and Juliet by American Ballet Theatre
Romeo and Juliet will be performed by the American Ballet Theatre at the Detroit Opera House on March 13, 14, and 15. - March 06, 2009 - Michigan Opera Theatre/Detroit Opera House
Michigan Opera Theatre Presents "The Elixir of Love"
Sing Into Spring with Donizetti's Lighthearted Comedy The Elixir of Love March 27-April 4, 2009 At the Detroit Opera House All New Production Snap out of the winter doldrums and welcome spring with a lighthearted comedic opera sure to lift spirits! Michigan Opera Theatre begins its 2009 spring... - March 06, 2009 - Michigan Opera Theatre/Detroit Opera House
Famous Russian Folktale 'The Radish' Blooms on Stage in Brooklyn
Brighton Ballet Theater’s original production of the beloved Russian folktale, "The Radish", will premiere on Saturday, March 7 at 2 p.m at Kingsborough. - March 06, 2009 - Brighton Ballet Theater Co., Inc.
Shubert Ticketing Selects Smart Transaction Systems for Gift Card Processing
Broadway theatre giant launches gift card program. - March 05, 2009 - Smart Transaction Systems
New Concert Opera Organization to Offer Performances in Baltimore
Classical music fans have a new way to experience opera in Baltimore this spring with the launch of the Baltimore Concert Opera. The inaugural production, Don Giovanni, will be held on March 25, 2009 at The Engineers Club. Founded by Baltimore resident and accomplished bass-baritone, Brendan Cooke, the company will focus on introducing the concert opera format to Baltimore area residents of all ages and economic backgrounds. - March 05, 2009 - Baltimore Concert Opera
Icon Model Management Toronto - Icon's Rosalba in Miss Universe 2009
Over the past several years, Icon Model Management has become one of the leading modeling agencies in Toronto. It constantly continues to build more lasting relationships with its clients to help provide more opportunities to its models. Icon Models is unique in that it has several divisions, which... - March 04, 2009 - Icon Model Management
The Xavier Company Presents: No Greater Love
"No Greater Love" a musical Passion Play that celebrates the Passion, death and resurrection of Christ will be performed in sanctuaries of churches throughout the tri-state area from March 8th through April 4, 2009. - March 04, 2009 - The Xavier Company
Goveror Gregoire Proclaims March 10, 2009 Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
March 10th is National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a day to raise awareness of the increasing impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls and encourages them to take action. Governor of Washington, Christine O. Greagoire, signed a proclamation on February 17, 2009 to proclaim March 10 as a day for citizens to join her in this special observance. A special event is scheduled on March 10th at the Theatre on the Square, 901 Broadway, Tacoma,WA. - March 03, 2009 - Brown Tones Productions
WSI and The Talent House SF Engage in Search Engine Marketing
WSI Quality Solutions announced today the company's engagement with The Talent House SF on a Search Engine Marketing and Internet Advertising campaign. - February 27, 2009 - WSI Quality Solutions
Poet and Performance Artist Kylyra Announces New Project, KyPoetry
Poet and performance artist Kylyra announces the web premiere of her new audio poetry project, KyPoetry. - February 27, 2009 - Dark World International
Push to Talk Theatre Presents Steve Connell’s Jumping the Median: an Evening of Five Unexpected Acts
Expect the unexpected in a sexy, outrageous, moving, provocative and unabashedly fun evening of five distinctly original new plays. Jumping the Median, by playwright and poet Steven Connell is a hilarious and unique exploration of love, loss and life as we know it, mixing theatre and live music to create a night at the theatre you don’t want to miss. - February 27, 2009 - Santa Monica Group Theatre/Santa Monica Playhouse
FR3SH Dance Company Presents "The Main Event," A Hip-Hop Showcase Featuring Over 20 Teams and Alumni from MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew
Hip-Hop Dance Competition to Unite Over 100+ Sponsors/Advertisers, 500+ Performers, 1000+ Attendees and MTV’s America’s Best Dance Crew Alumni - February 26, 2009 - FR3SH Dance Troupe, LLC
New Comedy Club in Dublin, CA to Feature Rising Stars
Laugh-A-Lot Productions, one of the Bay Area’s premier comedy production companies, announced today the opening of Bunjo’s Comedy Club in Dublin, CA. Bunjo’s will focus on booking top notch comedians, many whom have appeared on Jay Leno, David Letterman, Craig Ferguson, Comedy... - February 26, 2009 - Bunjo's Comedy Club
Karine Hannah Collaborates with Songwriter/Producer Ayhan Sahin on New Release "Karine" - Release Streets Globally Jan. 27 on Young Pals Music
In all, "Karine" hearkens a bygone era where an album was designed to serve up the full spectrum of an artist's ability—instead of so many gimmick-driven, pinhole-targeted acts that drive today's marketplace. Hannah's versatility is her trump, imbued with innate celestial talent and consummate emotive fervor. Aligned with these dozen-plus sing-along treasures, here is a project whose stamp is utterly timeless. - February 17, 2009 - Young Pals Music
Clan Homecoming USA is Seeking Scottish Clans in the United States
Clan Homecoming USA is seeking Scottish Clans in the Midwest region to represent their clans and participate in a series of events during the weekend of April 17-19, 2009. All events will be centered around The Heartland International Tattoo Music and Dance Festival. - February 15, 2009 - Clan Homecoming USA
South Bay Ballet Presents: Bravo! the Classical & Contemporary Ballet Experience
South Bay Ballet continues its celebrated 2008-2009 season with Bravo! The Classical & Contemporary Ballet Experience, a crowd-pleasing reprise of an eclectic repertoire from traditional classics to exciting contemporary ballets. A weekend of thrilling selections and inspired performances, the program will feature South Bay Ballet’s junior, senior and pre-professional company members. - February 08, 2009 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura