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.
Couple Opens The AI Hub, First Black-Owned Creative Coworking Space in Kansas City
IRIS Creative Projects Agency Owners launch their daughter company, The AI Hub, in the KCMO City Market that houses 5 creative studios and a creative coworking lounge. - September 10, 2022 - The AI Hub
The Realest Creative (Independent) Presents the Debut Single Why?, by Joze, Off His Upcoming EP - IKIGAI Vol. I
Montreal-based singer-songwriter Joze is set to release his debut album IKIGAI Vol. I, with the first single, "Why?," hitting the airwaves on all major streaming platforms on September 23, 2022. - September 09, 2022 - Joze
Freaks With Lines Dance Company Fall Gala Event Celebrates the Burgeoning Company's New Look with 5 Live Ballet Performances and Wine Tasting
Freaks With Lines, an avant-garde contemporary ballet company, celebrates new digital presence with live performances and wine tasting at its Fall Gala Event, Saturday, October 1 at 6PM. - September 08, 2022 - Freaks With Lies
Red Hot Mama at North Coast Rep Variety Nights
Currently celebrating its 25th Anniversary, Red Hot Mama was conceived & written by Sharon McNight based on the writings and music of Ms. Sophie Tucker. Sophie introduced many songs that are still being sung today, including: Gershwin’s “The Man I Love,” “He’s A... - September 08, 2022 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Rebel Wine Bar’s 1 Year Anniversary Wine Festival
Rebel Wine Bar, a contemporary wine bar and neighborhood gem, located in Downtown Oakland Park, is inviting South Florida locals and wine lovers to attend its 1 Year Anniversary Wine Festival this Saturday, September 10 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. - September 05, 2022 - Rebel Wine Bar
Fountain City Performing Arts Launches OUTside VoicesKC
With much excitement, Fountain City Performing Arts are expanding their programming by launching OUTside VoicesKC, an adult SATB LGBTQ+ chorus under Fountain City Performing Arts. Outside VoicesKC (OVKC) will be an auditioned chorus open to voices ages 18 and older with a unique focus on creating artistry through aspiration and activism. - September 04, 2022 - Fountain City Performing Arts
Johnson Ray Music Are Taking Their Productions to Another Level
Vicki Johnson & Nick Ray of Johnson Ray Music are releasing new material and finding themselves in the studio producing with collaborators. - August 31, 2022 - Johnson Ray Music
Co-Writers Vicki Johnson & Nick Ray Release "Middle of The Ride" to Industry Rave
"Middle of The Ride" features powerhouse Vocalist "Katie Burke" with both Co-Writers Vicki Johnson & Nick Ray gaining rave reviews on their new song release. - August 31, 2022 - Johnson Ray Music
LJDNR Fusion Concert & Festival 22
LJDN Radio is having a free concert & festival for talents, performers, and other acts. They have vendor slots and performer slots available and sponsor packages for those who support micro businesses. This event is free and open to the public Family Fun Vendor tables are available, on-stage... - August 30, 2022 - LJDNetwork
No.5 Opera Starring Molly Ann Anderson as Coco Chanel Premiers in Orlando
Mexican-American composer Nathan Felix will present his new opera titled No.5 at Timucua (2000 S Summerlin Ave) on Saturday October 1st at 7:00pm as part of Hispanic Heritage Month. No. 5 is inspired by the life of iconic fashion designer Coco Chanel. The opera performance features Molly Ann... - August 30, 2022 - Nathan Felix
Tuesday Night Comics at North Coast Rep Variety Nights
Tuesday Night Comics returns to North Coast Rep Variety Nights hosted by Mark Christopher Lawrence. The show is comprised of talent from all over the country with late-night television credits as well as credits from Comedy Central, HBO, SHOWTIME, ETC…Rated R. Line-up includes: MCL -... - August 28, 2022 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Dismissal Time - a Short Film Making NYC Premiere on Sept. 9
Award-winning short film about high school bullying inspired by true events will make its NYC premiere at the New York True Venture Film Festival on Friday, Sept. 9 at 8pm. - August 24, 2022 - AJ Epyx Productions
The Gracie Theatre at Husson University’s 11th Season to Feature 12 Shows
The Gracie Theatre at Husson University is ready to begin its 11th season. This year’s offerings include comedy, music, drama and magic. “This will be the biggest and best season in the Gracie Theatre’s history,” said Jeri Misler, managing artistic director. “Besides offering more shows than ever before, this year’s season includes the most diverse selection of entertainment we’ve ever offered.” - August 19, 2022 - Husson University
Texas Casting Director is Selected for the Casting Society of America
Texas Native Michael Druck is currently one of nine casting director level members in the state currently in Casting Society of America. CSA currently boasts close to 1,000 members. CSA Casting Directors and Associates work around the world, with members based in the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia and Africa. Druck is the sole member based out of San Antonio, Texas. - August 17, 2022 - Michael Druck Casting
Annabella in July at North Coast Repertory Theatre
The World Premiere of Annabella in July inaugurates North Coast Repertory Theatre’s eclectic Season 41, starting September 7. Penned by Richard Strand of last season’s, Ben Butler, this comedic fantasy transforms a ski resort during the off-season into a strangely magical environment of... - August 15, 2022 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Local Group to Bring Oaxacan Cultural Event to Austin
Local dance group Ballet Folklorico de Austin will present its 2022 Guelaguetza event on Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, at the Zilker Hillside Theater in Austin. The Group announced today that the event will be free and open to the public. The term Guelaguetza originates from the Zapotec language and... - August 12, 2022 - Ballet Folklorico de Austin
Cinema Songz Bringing New Meaning to Sentimental Value
Cinema Songz captures your priceless moments in a time-capsule containing a custom song, with nostalgic visuals to bring life to memories. - August 11, 2022 - Cinema Songz
Afromaha and Lozier Present Afro Fest Omaha
Afromaha and Lozier proudly present the fourth annual Afro Fest Omaha on Saturday, September 3, 2022, from 2pm-10pm at Stinson Park in Aksarben Village. This family-friendly event returns to celebrate Omaha’s diversity and is the area’s largest showcase of African and Afro culture,... - August 10, 2022 - Afromaha
The Life Shift Podcast Chats Sobriety with Tony Winner Levi Kreis
On the August 2 episode, The Life Shift host Matt Gilhooly sits down with Tony Award-Winning actor Levi Kreis for a deeply personal conversation. - August 02, 2022 - The Life Shift Podcast
Iconic Rock Musical "Rent" to Hit the Stage at Penguin Point Productions
Oviedo-based community theater company, Good Vibes Theatre Co., will present the rock musical “Rent” from August 12 - 14 at Penguin Point Productions in the Oviedo Mall. The Good Vibes creative team and their cast of local talent aim to bring a fresh take to Jonathan Larson's Pulitzer... - July 31, 2022 - Good Vibes Theatre Co.
SIFTMedia 215 Release of 2022 State of Women Identified Film & Media Makers of Color in the Philadelphia/Mid Atlantic Region – Listen To What I Say Report
The aim of this report serves as an invitation to funders, stakeholders, allies and supporters to come to the table prepared to listen, partner and strategize on plans with women of color film and media makers to enhance and sustain their lives, so as to enhance the sector and the region as a whole. - July 29, 2022 - SIFTMedia 215 Collective
Blue Gate Musicals to Film in Shipshewanna, Indiana
Blue Gate Musicals to film "The Confession Musical" live with best-selling comedian/actress Chonda Pierce and iconic actor/singer Joh Schneider on August 29 and 30. - July 28, 2022 - Blue Gate Musicals, LLC
"I Became Me": Award-Winning Barry S. McLeod Presents
Award-winning, Florida's own Barry S. McLeod plays two instruments and paints a portrait simultaneously in his new performing arts production, "I Became Me." - July 20, 2022 - Barry S. McLeod
IP3 to Partner with XLE to Host the Burton Bash for San Diego Comic Con Bringing Web3 to Artists and Fans
IP3, along with GAMA, Arcana Studios, and PLUGplay will host the Web3 VIP lounge of the XLE produced BURTON BASH for San Diego Comic Con on July 22, 2022 at the Sugar Factory. The Burton Bash: A Party for the Recently Deceased Brought to you by Legends Makeup Academy Friday, July 22,... - July 19, 2022 - IP3
Nunnbetter Dance Theatre 2022-2023 Class Season Opens
Building on NDT’s 20+ year history of outstanding dance instruction and professional productions, new class registration opens with exciting performance opportunities for dancers on the horizon. - July 18, 2022 - Nunnbetter Dance Theatre
MARSM Launches in Canada to Promote the Best of Arab Arts and Culture in North America
Three brothers, three ouds, three of the most original musicians in the Arab world. Oud masters Le Trio Joubran are set to captivate Canadian audiences on July 15 in Montreal and July 16 in Toronto. - July 11, 2022 - MARSM Canada Inc.
Playwrights Local Announces “Hey Siri” by Mary E. Weems at BorderLight Fest
New dramatic play explores the impact of technology on three urban lives. Directed by Michael Oatman, the production runs July 21 through 23 at the Old Stone Church in Cleveland. - July 09, 2022 - Playwrights Local
Great American Birthday Bash, July 3 Long Island, Festival and Concert
The Great American Birthday Bash is being held at the Harry Chapin Theater in Eisenhower Park Long Island, featuring The David Bromberg Quintet, John Waite, Graham Parker, and more. - July 01, 2022 - Great American Birthday Bash
La Malinche Opera to Premiere at Albuquerque Museum
Composer Nathan Felix Presents an Immersive Opera for a New Museum Exhibition. - June 30, 2022 - Nathan Felix
Northeastern Ballet Theatre (NBT) is Thrilled to Announce That NH Magazine Has Selected NBT's Production of Swan Lake as the Best Summer Ballet of 2022
NH Magazine Has Selected Northeastern Ballet Theatre Production of Swan Lake as the Best Summer Ballet of 2022. Led by Founder and Artistic Director Edra Toth, former Prima Ballerina of the Boston Ballet, the family-friendly production features dancers from New Hampshire and the Greater Boston Area, hand-crafted costumes, and state-of-the-art digital backgrounds. - June 30, 2022 - Northeastern Ballet Theatre
American Idol to Scout at iPOP! Summer 2022 July Showcase Event
American Idol will be looking for new talent at iPOP! Summer 2022, the bi-annual performing arts showcase. - June 28, 2022 - iPOP! LA
Words Meet Movement in Moving Verse
“Moving Verse” will feature Four dance vignettes choreographed in collaboration with poets/spoken word artists. - June 27, 2022 - Creative Performances
The Remarkable Mister Holmes at North Coast Repertory Theatre
It’s London in the 1890s. The city is besieged with a series of baffling crimes that only the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes and his new assistant can solve. Not only do they sleuth and scrutinize – they also sing. From the nimble minds of beloved performer Omri Schein and North... - June 26, 2022 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Chattanooga Symphony Announces Masterwork Series Hosted by Warren Barnett
The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera (CSO) is thrilled to announce that Warren Barnett will sponsor their Masterwork series for the upcoming 2022 – 2023 season. The Symphony Masterworks series features the CSO's seven concerts of extraordinary symphonic music. These concerts will include... - June 24, 2022 - Chattanooga Symphony & Opera
Philadelphia's Prestigious Academy of Vocal Arts Announces 2022-2023 Opera Season
La traviata Don Pasquale and Don Giovanni make their triumphant return to the AVA stage. - June 22, 2022 - Academy of Vocal Arts
American Idol Finalist & Alum Qaasim Middleton Announces the Return of the Juggernaut War Party at the Knitting Factory in Brooklyn – the 1st War Fest Series
Brooklyn Hedgehogs Qaasim & Khalil Middleton are back at again. Returning from a pre-pandemic hiatus, The Juggernaut War Party is back in full swing and performing live at The Knitting Factory on July 3 in Brooklyn, NY. It's the 1st of their War Party/War Fest Series. The two time winners of the Afro Punk Battle of the Bands and creators of "War Hop" are returning with New Hot Music and their GUMBO fusions of FunkRock, HipHop, Soul, Alternative/Jazz. - June 20, 2022 - Toni Seawright
Janora McDuffie & Wife Leila Ryan to Attend White House Pride Celebration
The 2022 Academy Awards voice announcer, Janora McDuffie, and LAPD SWAT Officer Leila Ryan joined the list of White House attendees for President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden's Pride Celebration on Wednesday, June 15. McDuffie, as the first openly gay announcer for this year's 94th Academy Awards and Leila Ryan, as a 24-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department and the second woman in the organization's history. - June 16, 2022 - Janora McDuffie
The Paris Art & Movie Awards Film Festival is Back in Person as a Summer Event
Alex Proyas (I Robot, Dark City, The Crow) stated, “PAMA: you are my favorite film festival,” during the 2021 award ceremony, when his short film “Mask of The Evil Apparition” won best special effects. Over the years, the PAMA welcomed Sharon Stone, William Baldwin, Kellan Lutz, Gerard Depardieu, Dedee Pfeiffer, Breckin Meyer. - June 16, 2022 - Paris Art and Movie Awards
Paths in Progress Podcast Gets "Broadway" Spotlight
A new education-focused podcast is now available on a new platform. Just in time for summer, this podcast is perfect for high school and college aged students, as well as the educators helping to guide them. It features the journeys of professionals in multiple industries. - June 10, 2022 - Paths in Progress
Tom Veys Arrives from Belgium to Accept the 2022 Valentin Krustev Translation Award at Special Poetry Event at the New London Public Library, July 9 at 1:00
This award celebrates the life of Valentine Krustev, who, before his untimely death was a great help and support to William Meredith and the Foundation. The award will be presented to the Belgian poet and visual artist, Tom Veys, for PANDEMIE, a translation into Dutch of the poet, Richard Harteis. - June 06, 2022 - The William Meredith Foundation
Rhonda Shear Joins Cast of The Throwback
Actress/Comedian/Lingerie Designer Rhonda Shear plays a mix of Zen and Glam with her character Teri Simon in The Throwback, a new film by Mario Garcia in production now in Tampa, Florida. - June 01, 2022 - Shear Enterprises, LLC
Marcus Ex Releases New Single "We Lost the Song" on All Music Platforms
Music Artist Marcus Ex Releases a new Single, "We Lost the Song" on all streaming platforms. - June 01, 2022 - Marcus Ex
Casting Workbook Launches "The Green Room" with Natasha Gargiulo
In Partnership with former Entertainment Tonight Canada Reporter and Host of "The Working Actor" Natasha Gargiulo, Casting Workbook has launched its new original content series - "The Green Room." Announcement Highlights • Through a partnership with Natasha Gargiulo,... - May 31, 2022 - Casting Workbook
Remembering Olympia at North Coast Repertory Theatre
Remembering Olympia is a tribute and a celebration of the life and career of the late Olympia Dukakis created in her loving memory by her brother Apollo. Consisting of a one-act play chronicling their turbulent, but close relationship, the evening also salutes her films, stage work and family and... - May 29, 2022 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Judy Garland's 100th Birthday Bash Introducing Debbie Wileman
It’s the worldwide celebration of the 100th Birthday of one of the Greatest Performers of our time, starring overnight internet sensation Debbie Wileman in an uncanny recreation of the sound of Judy Garland. Wileman has gained over 1 million online views for her spot-on recreation of Judy Garland and she is now, direct from London, onstage to dazzle Judy’s fans as well as her new followers. Fresh off her newest album release, “I’m Still Here” orchestrated, conducted & produced by Steve Orich. - May 20, 2022 - Stander Group Inc.
The Outgoing Tide at North Coast Repertory Theatre
North Coast Repertory Theatre presents the West Coast premiere of The Outgoing Tide by Bruce Graham. Nike Doukas directs Andrew Barnicle,* Linda Gehringer,* and Leo Marks in The Outgoing Tide. The design team includes Marty Burnett (Resident Scenic Designer), Matthew Novotny (Lighting), Elisa... - May 18, 2022 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
The Night Witches at Theatre School @ North Coast Rep
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents The Night Witches as its next student production. The Night Witches of the 588th Night Bomber Regiment flew in planes made of canvas and wood, and they dropped bombs on Germans every 15 minutes through the night to keep their enemy from sleeping. They... - May 18, 2022 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Nicely Theatre Group Presents Pippin
Nicely Theatre Group ("Nicely") is pleased to announce ticket sales and dates for their July 2022 production of the Tony Award-winning musical PIPPIN at The Berman Center for Performing Arts in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Nicely Creative Director Mitch Master directs with choreography by... - May 18, 2022 - Nicely Theatre Group
Ember Choral Arts to Present Two Concerts Featuring a World Premiere Piece
Ember Choral Arts to present two concerts celebrating the planet earth, featuring the new work "Listen" by Robert Paterson. - May 18, 2022 - Ember Choral Arts
Charu Suri - Raga Jazz at Chelsea Table and Stage Selected by ISSA as 2022 Finalist in Four Categories
Dine delicious foods and delicious sounds at one or Manhattan's swankiest venues: ChelseaTableandStage.com with Charu Suri, pianist and composer who has forged a new sound with a jazz trio, Sufi vocals, and Indian Ragas. With mood-invoking ragas (to be played according to the time of day) for many of her compositions, she weaves techniques and sounds from places like India, Europe and Africa. - May 14, 2022 - Charu Suri Music