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.
Stick-e® Yoga Accessories Rock the Health and Fitness Industry
On the heals of the successful launch of Yoga Stick-e Socks...for that Barefoot Feeling, Stick-e Brands announces an expanded product line of new Stick-e accessories for Yoga and Pilates. The new line was received with rave reviews, media attention and orders from Sporting Goods chains buyers at the recent Health and Fitness Business Expo. Stick-e Brands will be establishing itself as a household name this Fall as it graces the covers and pages of some of the biggest catalogs. - August 11, 2008 - Stick-e Products LLC
Made Me Nuclear, the Operetta
They radiated him, but they couldn’t silence him - Charlie Lustman, surviving cancer one song at a time. Made Me Nuclear Lustman’s pop music operetta may have come from his personal story but it is a universal one familiar to survivors everywhere. Blending humor and intimacy this is a show for anyone who has faced a challenge in life. A theatrical adaptation of the album by the same name - Made Me Nuclear. - August 09, 2008 - Santa Monica Group Theatre/Santa Monica Playhouse
Sports Fans Can Save Big by Purchasing Tickets Directly from www.wbticket.com
www.wbticket.com has slashed the cost of ticket prices for most major sporting events, concerts and the theatre. - August 04, 2008 - WB TICKETS, INC.
Dance Connection Receives 2008 Best of Las Vegas Award
Dance Connection has been selected for the 2008 Best of Las Vegas Award in the Dance Instruction category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA). - August 02, 2008 - Dance Connection Studio
Get in Touch with Your Wild Side This August at "The Wild Life" Art Show in West L.a.
Susie Ghahremani is proud to announce The Wild Life, a solo exhibit of new works at Giant Robot's Los Angeles gallery beginning with a reception on Saturday, August 16, 2008. The Wild Life, the artist's fifth solo show, will feature an extensive collection of over 100 never-before-seen miniature paintings surrounded by a hand-crafted installation. Exhibit runs August 16 - September 17, 2008 at GR2, 2062 Sawtelle Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90025. - July 31, 2008 - Susie Ghahremani
Award-Winning Documentary "The Code of Handsome Lake" Selected as a 'Finalist' for the 2008 Moondance International Film Festival
Award-Winning Documentary "The Code of Handsome Lake" Selected as a Finalist for the 2008 Moondance International Film Festival. - July 30, 2008 - Ad-Hoc Productions
Post Fact Productions Announces World Premiere of "New." Play for the Avant Hard
Newocracy: Young Socialites Rachel Kolar and Lauren Brown head a movement to take over the world on July 28 & 30th at Theatre 6470 in Los Angeles - July 25, 2008 - Post Fact Productions
Guitar and Vocal Duo Murray Hockridge and Dave Kilminster Return to BBC Radio Sue Marchant July 29th Show 7.15 pm GMT
Acclaimed guitarist Dave Kilminster, who has played to millions on the world wide stage in the past three years, has partnered with Murray Hockridge, an extraordinary singer whose amazing soulful voice spans three octaves to form a duo which has received worldwide acclaim. Featured at the Cambridge... - July 24, 2008 - QEDG Managgement
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville to Hold Auditions for Upcoming Production of "Little Women" on August 10 & 11
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville (CTK) will hold auditions for the upcoming stage production of Little Women, based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott, on Sunday, August 10 from 3 PM and 5 PM and Monday, August 11 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM. Auditions will take place at The Emporium Center for Art & Culture at 100 South Gay Street in downtown Knoxville. - July 18, 2008 - Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc.
FlamencoTalk.com Teaches Youth About Spanish Culture and Flamenco
FlamencoTalk.com presents a 4-day Spanish culture, art, and flamenco camp for children entering grades 1-5. - July 18, 2008 - FlamencoTalk
Julian Pavone, “The World’s Youngest Drummer!,” to Headline Brighton’s Annual Summer Fest
Julian Pavone, who became known as the “World’s Youngest Drummer” at 20 months old, will headline Brighton Michigan’s annual summer festival July 25 and July 26. Brighton Summer Fest & Stonefire Bistro is presenting Julian, “The World’s Youngest... - July 18, 2008 - Julian Pavone
East Bay Idol Winners Advance to Rhode Island’s Got Talent
The top three winners of the East Bay Idol talent show, sponsored by Bristol, Warren and Barrington Substance Abuse Task Forces, will advance to the Rhode Island’s Got Talent contest, to be held August 16, 2008 at Barrington High School. - July 09, 2008 - East Bay Chamber of Commerce
Dulaang UP Presents Anton Juan's Hinabing Pakpak ng Ating Mga Anak
In celebration of the centennial of the University of the Philippines, Dulaang UP on its 33rd theatre season presents new works dealing with Philippine history, psychology and culture. The season will open with a new play written and directed by Anton Juan, Jr. billed as Tagpi-Tagping Pakpak ng Ating mga Anak. Voices of dead children are resurrected in this new theatre piece. - July 08, 2008 - Dulaang UP
Chicago Comics Perform Comedy for Lake Delton Wisconsin Fund Raiser
On July 19, 2008 three Chicago comics will perform at a fund raiser with all proceeds going to the Lake Delton Fund. Lake Delton Wi, was devastated during recent storms as a levee broke away and the entire lake literally emptied. Ricky March, Brad Fowler and Stacy Crawley will bring laughter to the Dells Comedy Club with the hopes of raising money to help the area businesses that depend on the summer lake activity for their livelihood. - July 06, 2008 - Laugh All Nite, Inc.
Desert Road Publishing Debuts David Miguel Estrada's 'The Yale Diaries'
Playwright's political play launches Independence Day - July 04, 2008 - Desert Road Publishing
Portland Guadalajara Sister City Association and BodyVox Unite Through Dance on Aug. 10 to Support Jardin Portland
Today, the Portland Guadalajara Sister City Association (PGSCA) announced that Portland-based dance company BodyVox will hold a fundraising performance at the Newmark Theatre (1111 SW Broadway) in Portland on August 10 at 5 p.m. Proceeds will support the PGSCA's development of "Garden... - July 03, 2008 - Portland-Guadalajara Sister City Association
Americans for the Arts Presents the 2008 Alene Valkanas State Arts Advocacy Award to Judith Kaufman Weiner
At its annual convention in Philadelphia, Americans for the Arts, the nation's leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America, presented the 2008 Alene Valkanas State Arts Advocacy Award to Judith Kaufman Weiner, Executive Director of NYS ARTS. The award honors an individual who has dramatically affected the political landscape through arts advocacy efforts at the state level. - July 03, 2008 - NYS ARTS
The Jerry Douglas Band and The Christopher Robin Band at the Ridgefield Playhouse
A key member of Allison Krause + Union Station, guitarist Jerry Douglas is hailed by The New York Times as “dobro’s matchless contemporary master.” Focusing on the dobro, a resonating guitar instrument, the twelve time Grammy Award winner has been named Musician of the Year by The... - July 02, 2008 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville to Premiere "Treasure Island USA"
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville will present the premiere of a new play, “Treasure Island USA,” at the Emporium Center for Arts & Culture beginning July 11. Written and directed by CTK Executive Director Zack Allen, the play is based on the classic novel “Treasure Island” with a new kid-friendly twist. Set around Charleston, S.C. during 1713, the play revolves around the well-known character Long John Silver and a gang of treasure-seeking children. - July 02, 2008 - Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc.
Hancock’s Big Dave Mattey – Way More Than Just Another Guy with a Head Up His Tush
Speaking of big, David “Big Dave” Mattey shares the big screen in two of this summer’s big blockbusters: The Steve Carell action comedy, Get Smart, also starring Anne Hathaway, and the just-released superhero saga, Hancock, starring superstar Will Smith, Jason Bateman and Charlize... - July 01, 2008 - David Mattey
Auditions for ‘Strait Street – Tales from a Red Light District’ the New Musical Sensation by MK Leisure
Auditions are being held by MK Leisure, at Montekristo Estates in Hal Farrug, to bring together a highly talented cast of dancers and singers for ‘Strait Street – Tales from a Red Light District’. As the name implies, the plot will centre around this infamous street in Valletta, renowned for its bars, its nightlife, prostitution and cabaret shows. This new Musical can boast of 30 original musical numbers including 21 songs, ranging from romantic ballads to rock & roll. - June 27, 2008 - MK Leisure
The Party Animals Live Join Forces with Venture IAB
The Party Animals Live, a new Rock n Roll Kid Show, is now teaming up with Venture IAB. Venture is a full service talent and marketing agency who's clients range from Muse Watson (NCIS and Prison Break) to Christopher Knight (The Surreal Life and Celebrity Circus). Together they will market this new brand of family entertainment, - June 20, 2008 - The Party Animals, LLC
5th Annual Freedom Festival Long Beach
5th Annual Freedom Festival, Long Beach's largest Clean and Sober outdoor concert on June 22, 008 from 11am to 6pm. - June 19, 2008 - ThePrimeSpot.com
North Carolina Theatre Releases Peter Pan Podcast
Kristin Buie, communications manager of the North Carolina Theatre (www.nctheatre.com), has announced the release of a podcast that presents information about Peter Pan, a musical production starring Ira David Wood III running Saturday, July 12 – Sunday, July 20 at Raleigh Memorial Auditorium... - June 18, 2008 - NC Theatre
Ballet Tech Cincinnati Announces Dance Gala Stars for 2008
International Dance Gala:16 Fabulous dancers;10 world renowned companies; 8 different countries display gravity defying athleticism, artistry and strength, classic and new edgy choreography. The best dancers, best companies, best choreography in the world offer diverse cast, music and dance styles. - June 15, 2008 - arts innovation movement: aim cincinnati
Alliance of NYS ARTS Organizations Changes Its Name to NYS ARTS
NYS ARTS announced that after 33 years it is retiring the full name The Alliance of New York State Arts Organizations and will now officially be known simply as NYS ARTS. - June 15, 2008 - NYS ARTS
Talent Agency and Film School Join Forces to Discover Spanish Speaking Actors
Westbridge Film School and 'Normal People' talent agency have issued a call to discover 18 Spanish speaking persons and grant them a full scholarship to become successful actors for film. At the end of their studies, they will be recruited by the agency and offered to participate in real life projects. - June 14, 2008 - Westbridge University
Estrada Takes His Act to The Comedy Zone
Acclaimed multimedia star Jade Esteban Estrada returns to Florida. - June 09, 2008 - Jade Esteban Estrada
Poetrydances.com, an Innovative Poetry Website, Recently Launched by UK Writer Anthony French, Takes a Leap of Faith (and Announces Its First Group of Favorite Writers)
Writer Anthony French's innovative new online venture, poetrydances.com, which services emerging writers of online poetry in both the USA and UK announces its first group of favorite writers to the world. - June 08, 2008 - Anthony French
Rome Talent Presents Workshop by Multimedia Entertainer
Television personality Jade Esteban Estrada leads master class for actors in San Antonio. - June 07, 2008 - Jade Esteban Estrada
ETC Theater to Perform Dramamine High at 2008 Philly Fringe Festival
Todd Cardin of ETC Theater announced that his company will be performing "Dramamine High", the popular high school musical at this years Philadelphia Fringe Festival. The show will feature eleven high school students from seven area high schools. Cardin, the playwright will also act in... - June 01, 2008 - etc theater
JAZZ @ the Mansion Continues Saturday, May 31st at 6:30pm
Jazz performance and dinner at Chateau Safflyn, former home of Rostropovich. - May 29, 2008 - Safflyn Corporation
Ballroom Dancing for the Home Stars
Ballroom Dancing Show, "Dancing with the Stars" makes for fun viewing on TV but it can be intimidating for the average person at home wishing they could dance. Blanche and Emilio Librero offer an easy and convenient solution to becoming a good dancer. - May 29, 2008 - Librero Multimedia Productions
Dance Connection Sweeps Regional Competition
Las Vegas Dance Company Takes Home Awards in 5 Categories. - May 27, 2008 - Dance Connection Studio
Ella Joyce Performs in "the Vagina Monologues" on Tom Joyner's Fantastic Voyage Cruise
Sunday, May 18th, Ella Joyce performed in the Arcadia Theater on the Royal Carribean International Cruise as part of the official opening night of entertainment on the annual Tom Joyner's Fantastic Voyage Cruise produced by Yetta Young Productions. - May 24, 2008 - Ms. Thing Productions, Inc.
Impulse Drum Corps to Perform Halftime for L.A. Lakers
Impulse Drum and Bugle Corps has been hand selected as the Halftime Act for the 1st game of the NBA Western Conference Finals to air nationally on TNT May 21, 2008 at 6pm for the 15 time NBA Champion Los Angeles Lakers. - May 22, 2008 - Impulse Drum and Bugle Corps
Controversial New Musical by Jeff Neugebauer Puts the US Government on High Alert
A controversial new musical called "The Patriot Acts" by Jeff Neugebauer has put the U.S. Government Homeland Security and CIA on high alert because of its radical content. - May 22, 2008 - Jeff Neugebauer
Brooklyn the Musical Creator DVD - Just Released By Maffei Prod.
The Incredible Journey of Mark Schoenfeld tells the remarkable tale of the musical madman behind Broadway's Brooklyn: The Musical. A man who rose to the top from the absolute bottom. You see, not so long ago, Mark Schoenfeld was homeless, living on the streets, fighting for a dollar or a dime, with... - May 21, 2008 - Maffei Productions
Jacksonville Based Psychic Medium Takes Times Union Center Stage
Tickets are now on sale via Ticketmaster for nationally renowned psychic-medium, Chuck Bergman, “The Messenger” who will appear at the Times Union Center June 12, 2008 at 7P. - May 20, 2008 - Chuck Bergman Psychic Medium
New Arts Documentary Series: The Russian Avant-Garde "Revolution or Renaissance" - Copernicus Films
The producer and director Michael Craig of Copernicus Films discovers inspiration in the pioneers of the Russian Avant-garde of the 1920s and 30s. - May 16, 2008 - Copernicus Films
Three-Year-Old Julian Pavone, The World’s Youngest Drummer, Rocks The Oprah Winfrey Show
At only three years old, Julian Pavone, the “World’s Youngest Drummer,” experienced a musician’s dream gig, performing for Oprah Winfrey and her millions of worldwide viewers on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Julian, who at just 19 months old began making headlines around the... - May 16, 2008 - Julian Pavone
NATF Hosts Yuri Rasovsky's Master Class in Audio Drama Directing
NATF to host award winning audio theatre producer/writer Yuri Rasovsky's Master Class: Principles of Directing Actors for Audio Drama New York City, September, 2008 - May 15, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.
Willamette Radio Workshop Joins NATF's Audio Theater Workshop
Sam Mowry and Cynthia McGean of the Willamette Radio Workshop will lead classes in the 27th Annual Audio Theater Workshop in West Plains, MO, June 22-27, 2008. - May 15, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.
Tripping the Mic Fantastic with Barbara Rosenblat at NATF's 27th Annual Audio Theater Workshop
Barbara Rosenblat, one of the most revered voice actors in the country, brings her two day masterclass to NATF's Annual Audio Theatre Workshop in West Plains, MO, June 22-27, 2008. - May 14, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.
What Happens When You Combine the Tribeca Family Festival Street Fair and NY Artist Alex Beard with on Site Energy Co? You Get BioEla, the 208 Volt Elephant
In a behemoth effort to show their commitment to "going green" this year, the Tribeca Film Festival’s Family Street Fair challenged nature artist, writer and traveler, Alex Beard. The challenge was to create an arts and crafts activity that would incorporate one of the events'... - May 11, 2008 - On Site Energy
National Guitar Workshop Launches New Website
The National Guitar Workshop is proud to a new website (www.guitarworkshop.com) that outlines their 25th season of presenting quality music workshops across the country and featuring guest artists such as Paul Gilbert, John Scofield Trio, Lisa Loeb, Kenny Burrell, Vernon Reid, Sonny Landreth, Michael Angelo Batio and many more. - May 10, 2008 - National Guitar Workshop
Marc Cashman Identifies 5 Areas of Active Listening in New Voice Acting Podcast
Voiceover coach Marc Cashman guides the Voice Over Experts audience on listening objectively to help elevate their voice-acting careers to the next level. - May 10, 2008 - Voices.com
Second Annual Voice Coaches Marketing Expo “Class Act”
More than 120 voice actors from across the United States attended this year’s Voice Coaches “Take Control” Advanced Marketing Conference & Expo. The second annual event held May 3 at the new GE Theatre in Schenectady, NY, featured Rodney Saulsberry, renowned and respected voice actor and author of two popular books on voice acting. - May 09, 2008 - Voice Coaches
Gay Latin Performer Returns to Oklahoma City
Bravo TV star Jade Esteban Estrada portrays historical figureheads in “ICONS: The Lesbian and Gay History of the World, Vol. 3” - May 05, 2008 - Jade Esteban Estrada
Frank McComb and Sy Smith Play Day Two of Mosaicthump's Definition of Soul Series in Detroit, Michigan
Definition of Soul concert goers will experience the top independent soul artists up close and personal; in an intimate setting that has to be seen to be believed, Detroit’s City Theatre. Day two of this series, Definition of Soul: West Coast Experience, features Frank McComb and Sy Smith as she makes her debut performance in Detroit. - May 02, 2008 - Mosaicthump Online Inc.