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.
Black Eyed Peas and Arrested Development Perform Jerusalem Rocks!
International Music Festival to bring Black Eyed Peas, Arrested Development and The Commitments to Teddy Stadium in Jerusalem September 9, 2007 - July 27, 2007 - Jerusalem Rocks!
It's a Singer Thing
It’s a singer thing - vocal training CD. “It’s a singer thing” – is an exciting vocal training CD that both beginner and professional vocalists can use daily to become the best singers they have ever been. The secret of top performing singers. A training volume in CD format. Exclusively produced by Kyle' Music. - July 27, 2007 - Ian Vos Productions
Live, Adlib Comedy Lives on TalkShoe
RoneyZone Radio Live takes a swing at live, adlib comedy. - July 22, 2007 - RoneyZone Productions
The Best in Philly Hip Hop - New Video Featuring Nex Millen and Nina Simone
Respect The Culture, LLC, a Philadelphia-based record label and multi-media company, has released Nex Millen/Retrospective’s latest video, “Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood,” featuring Nina Simone. - July 19, 2007 - Respect the Culture, LLC
Texas Biker Band Elvis Tribute CD "Going Back to Memphis: A Biker Band Tribute to Elvis"
Band to Donate Royalty to BACA (Bikers Against Child Abuse) and St. Jude's Childrens Hospital. - July 18, 2007 - Jambone Records
Santa Clarita Rotary Club and Christine Stevens of UpBeat Drum Circles Celebrate Healthy Drumming
Santa Clarita Rotary Club will be drumming with Christine Stevens of UpBeat Drum Circles at the Rotary Club's Wednesday meeting. Over fifty Rotarians are expected to participate in the drum circle, which will be led by Christine Stevens. Drumming has been shown to improve one's mood, release... - July 17, 2007 - Santa Clarita Valley Rotary Club
VoiceOver Expert Bettye Zoller Makes the Most of Your Message
Esteemed voiceover coach and industry veteran Bettye Zoller gives voice actors some pointers on self-promotion and how to develop an elevator speech. - July 17, 2007 - Voices.com
New Griots Storytelling Institute Summer Camp Show
The Griots Storytelling Institute of Wichita, Kansas is sponsoring its fourth annual Cultural Arts Summer Day Camp which culminates in an new original stage production on Saturday, July 14. - July 13, 2007 - The Griots Storytelling Institute
“Church Mess,” the Play
A Wealthy Place Arts & Theater Production Corporation is managed by Dr. Chad Everette & Alicia Robinson Cooper, Executive Producers of “Church Mess” The Play, the gospel stage play that is spreading revival across the nation. On Sunday, July 22nd at 6:00 pm. “Church... - July 12, 2007 - A Wealthy Place Arts & Theater Company
New England String Ensemble Announces 2007-2008 Season
Highlights of the season include performances by Irina Muresanu, Coro Allegro and Judith Ingolfsson - July 12, 2007 - New England String Ensemble
Dance to Xcel. Xcel Talent Agency Opens Its First Kids Dance Department in Atlanta.
Xcel Talent Agency announces open auditions for its Kids Dance Department in Atlanta, GA representing kids, for an array of productions; commercials, film, television, industrials, theatrical, print and music videos. With over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry, the dance agency... - July 10, 2007 - Xcel Talent Agency
New President for Phoenix Chapter of the Society of Americian Magicians 248
The future of magic in Arizona has been passed to Michael Telekesy (a.k.a Maricopa Mike) professional Western magician and featured entertainer with companies Wild west performers, and Pinicale Peak Patio, and is currently featured at Rawhide western theme park. Michael will be president for the... - July 08, 2007 - Society of American Magician 248 Phoenix
Madagascar by Wry Lachlan
New World Theatre is proud to present the World Premiere production of Wry Lachlan’s Madagascar as part of its third season. Madagascar is the story of a marriage quietly unraveling in the wake of a lost child. Revealing itself in intimate vignettes, it moves from love's final moments, through rages, silences, and missed opportunities for redemption, back to its tender beginnings. - July 07, 2007 - New World Theatre
New Orleans' Preservation Hall Jazz Band to Come and Perform at The Ridgefield Playhouse
You could walk right past Preservation Hall in New Orleans and never know it was there ... but just step inside, sit on the simple chairs and take in the upright piano, the 30-year old drum set, and wait for the magic of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band to begin. Oh, but wait, you don’t have... - July 06, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
City of Hollywood to Present a Certificate of Recognition to 6 Year Old Musician Ethan Bortnick
Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to Ethan Bortnick, six year old musician, for his exceptional performances and for bringing recognition to the City of Hollywood. 5.00PM - July 3, 2007 - Hollywood, Florida - City Hall. - July 02, 2007 - Ethan Bortnick
Local Hypnotist James Kellogg Jr. Performs at Sycuan Casino
A Comedy Hypnosis Show Saturday nights July 2007. This show is rated "H" for Hilarious. - June 30, 2007 - James Kellogg Jr. Amazing Hypnotist
Dean A. Morrow, Sr. Inducted into Metropolitan Who's Who Executive and Professional Registry
Metropolitan Who’s Who Registry of Executives and Professionals recognizes Dean A. Morrow, Sr., Chief Executive Officer of Phyllies Intruders, LLC, for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in all aspects of vocal entertainment. Mr. Morrow, Sr. has an impressive background in the... - June 30, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Tony Bennett's 81st Birthday Celebrated by Russ Lorenson with Special Show in San Francisco
Russ Lorenson returns to San Francisco with his acclaimed show, "Benedetto/Blessed: A Tribute to the Life and Music of Tony Bennett," for a week-long celebration of Mr. Bennett’s 81st birthday at The Empire Plush Room, 940 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA, 94109. Shows are July 31 (press opening), and August 2-5, 2007. - June 26, 2007 - RL Productions
New Theatre Company Docks in San Pedro - The Relevant Stage
The Relevant Stage (TRS) is the name of a new theatre company set to begin its first season in January 2008. The company will present plays, musicals, operas and other mixed media experiences to Los Angeles and surrounding area audiences. TRS will perform in the beautifully restored 76-year-old... - June 25, 2007 - The Relevant Stage
Strictly FX Joins Toby Keith on the Big Dog Daddy Tour
Live special effects company, Strictly FX, joins multi-platinum recording artist, Toby Keith, on the road for the 5th consecutive year. This time on the Big Dog Daddy tour. The show features over 200 pieces of product including: a 20 second gerb waterfall, a barrage of confetti streamers and... - June 21, 2007 - Strictly FX
Voice Over Expert Marc Cashman Finds the Music in Copy at Voices.com
Marc Cashman of Cashman Commercials debuts on the Voice Over Experts Podcast turning speech into song. - June 21, 2007 - Voices.com
Virtual Pride Event Unites the Gay and Lesbian Community Across the Globe
The premiere online LGBT festival, Second Pride, is about to open its virtual gates for the fourth consecutive year offering a week long celebration of love, diversity & unity. The festival grounds, now comprised of 6 simulators (sims), will feature a variety of attractions throughout the week. - June 15, 2007 - Second Pride
New Online Auction Marketplace for Dancers and Dance Retailers to Launch July 2007
DanceBidz.com, is a professional online auction site where dancers, dance teachers, dance studios & dance retailers can buy and sell their dance and fitness items. - June 15, 2007 - DanceBidz.com
Voice Over Experts Podcast Hits the Scene at Voices.com
Voices.com reaches out with Voice Over Experts, a new educational podcast packed with nuggets of wisdom from voice over coaches around the world. - June 15, 2007 - Voices.com
Button Theatre, Gwinnett County’s Newest Professional Theater Company Marks Their Debut
Gwinnett County now has a new choice for live theater entertainment in Button Theatre (www.buttontheatre.com). As a “Destination Theater” Button Theatre will offer affordable, quality musicals and plays that can be enjoyed by all ages; showcasing primarily local talent and employing... - June 13, 2007 - Button Theatre
New Comedy Plays Available to Download
Two new plays, by writer Karen Rouse and ideal for small scale productions and touring companies, are now available to download at www.lulu.com/karenrouse Following Yago is a romantic comedy, that details the relationship between married couple, Maddy and Jack when, one day, Maddy brings home a... - June 13, 2007 - Karen Rouse
Delaware Institute For The Arts In Education Presents Solo Actor Jade Esteban Estrada
To get laughs, solo theatre star crosses generations, genders and cultures. The Advocate calls him "the first gay Latin star." - June 13, 2007 - Jade Esteban Estrada
Actor Marc Appleby Signs with Boutique Entertainment Publicity Firm
Marc Appleby is delighted to announce a new partnership with the boutique publicity firm, 1st Xposure Worldwide, due to their forward-thinking, creative and successful publicity and marketing campaigns. Currently studying with Margie Haber, and represented by Coast-to-Coast Commercial Talent and... - June 08, 2007 - 1st Xposure Worldwide
Nut'n Nice Live! Opens Up Nation-Wide Talent Search
Nut'n Nice Live! is one of the most anticipated variety shows in the United States. It blends-in live music, dancing, comedy, poetry, and many other exciting elements. The live tour is being produced in conjunction of the Nut'n Nice movie release in August and the concurrently released Nut'n Nice double CD soundtrack. - June 05, 2007 - Artistic Warfare
Voices.com Presents Debbie Munro’s Mic & Me Workshop in Toronto
Voices.com is pleased to present voice over coach Debbie Munro’s Mic & Me Workshop June 9-10th in Toronto at Ryerson University. - May 26, 2007 - Voices.com
2007 Tibetan Festival is Celebrated at Pumpkin Hollow Retreat Center in Craryville, New York, in July
Chökhör Festival Features Talks About Tibet, Its Religion and Culture; Tibetan Music, Crafts, Food, and More - May 25, 2007 - The Vikramasila Foundation
Lokixximo Proudly Joins the Brooklyn Puerto Rican Parade 6/24/07
The new Reggaeton stars Lokixximo are ready to get the crowd jumping as they ride this year’s Brooklyn National Puerto Rican Day Parade in style as the exclusive artists aboard the MLC Entertainment on June 24th in Brooklyn, New York. “We are from the Bronx a borough where we grew up... - May 24, 2007 - Lokixximo Music
Blast from the Past: A 50's & 60's Music Revue
New professional theatre music revue at Old Town Commons, Ottawa IL - May 24, 2007 - Old Town Commons
S.D. Mack Events Now Offers Free DJ Services for Charity and Select Fundraising Events
S.D. Mack Events, founded by Legendary 70s Disc Jockey Steve Mack is now offering free DJ Services for charity and select fundraising events. For over 30 years, Steve Mack has worked actively as a New York based club and special events DJ. Mr. Mack is the house DJ for several important organizations, including The New York Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the New York Chapter of the Deborah Heart & Lung Foundation. - May 22, 2007 - S.D. Mack Pictures
The Cowboy Junkies, Featuring Country Music and Alternative Rock, Are Coming to The Ridgefield Playhouse
The Cowboy Junkies own brand of country blues/rock will be headed to the Northeast to perform in Connecticut at The Ridgefield Playhouse. The Cowboy Junkies seminal second album, “The Trinity Session,” was recorded in one 14-hour session at Toronto’s church of the Holy Trinity. It sold more than 1.5 million copies internationally. Now, though, the Cowboy Junkies are riding into The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Thursday, June 14 at 8 p.m. - May 22, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Wabi Sabi Production's Off Broadway Barry White Musical Opens in NYC June 14
Wabi Sabi Production's new off Broadway musical and mini concert opens June 14-June 24th, 2007 In NYC and explores the life and music of legendary musical great Barry White. ProductionHub.com the leading online resource and industry directory for film, television, video and digital media production is supporting the production as an event partner. - May 21, 2007 - Wabi Sabi Productions Inc
Vancouver Welcomes 'Man Of Many Faces'
Solo theatre artist Jade Esteban Estrada will perform his award-winning musical comedy "ICONS: The Lesbian and Gay History of the World, Vol. 1" at the Vancouver Eagle Lodge May 20. The Advocate calls him "the first gay Latin star." - May 18, 2007 - Jade Esteban Estrada
RCMCC Presents 'First Gay Latin Star' in Yakima
Colonel Jade Esteban Estrada arrives in Yakima to perform his award-winning solo musical comedy "ICONS: The Lesbian and Gay History of the World, Vol. 1" May 19. Dori O'Neal of the Tri-City Herald calls him "a musician on a comedic misson to enlighten the masses." - May 17, 2007 - Jade Esteban Estrada
Most Demanded Languages in Voiceovers
Voice123, the online voice over marketplace, published stats of what languages are voice talent seekers requesting for their projects. - May 10, 2007 - Voice123.com
Rite of Spring Music Festival in Reykjavik Backed by Icelandic Music Export (IMX)
Icelandair package deals to Iceland’s newest and most cutting-edge music festival are being promoted by government-sponsored body, Icelandic Music Export. - May 09, 2007 - Icelandic Music Export
YVCC Welcomes Comedian Jade Esteban Estrada
Comedy Central maven Jade Esteban Estrada brings his award-winning solo play "Tortilla Heaven" to Kendall Hall May 18. The Dallas Morning News calls him "funny and irreverent." - May 06, 2007 - Jade Esteban Estrada
Break Into Voice Over Teleseminar Sponsored by Voices.com
Top voice over coach Nancy Wolfson and business partner Anna Vocino of Break Into Voice Over team up with Voices.com, the #1 Voice Over Marketplace. - May 06, 2007 - Voices.com
Cosmopolitan Culture Trips on the Move
Theatre re-enters holiday plans of younger travellers - May 04, 2007 - Go Advertising Limited
'Truth-Teller of Homosexuality in History' Returns to Houston
Comedy Central star Jade Esteban Estrada returns to Houston to perform his solo musical comedy ICONS: The Lesbian and Gay History of the World, Vol. 3. The Advocate calls him "exquisite...the first gay Latin star." - May 03, 2007 - Jade Esteban Estrada
Beta Version Launched: Voices.com Ushers in a New Era of the Voice Over Marketplace
The voice over industry is buzzing with talk of SurePay and Voices.com’s exhilaratingly brilliant plans to change the way business is done online for the better. - May 03, 2007 - Voices.com
Sopranos Star Jamie Lynn Sigler Speaks at The Ridgefield Playhouse
She stars in the HBO hit The Sopranos, but actress Jamie Lynn Sigler is also an advocate for helping teens cope with the eating disorder Anorexia Nervosa. As a survivor of the disease, she speaks in various areas, mostly at high schools and colleges, to tell her story of survival. On May 17th at 7:30 pm Sigler will be speaking at The Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield, Connecticut as part of their Dove Series for Women and Girls and the Danbury Hospital Living Well Series. - May 02, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Indy Pro Audio Purchases Exclusive Distribution Rights to Professional Audio Systems
Indy Pro Audio creates Professional Electronic Distributing with Plans To Grow. - May 02, 2007 - Indy Pro Audio
Urban Murder Mystery Dinner Theater Opens in Addison
Urban Entertainment Company Takes A Different Approach To Writing And Producing Murder Mystery Dinner Theater - May 02, 2007 - BMW Entertainment
Pure Prairie League to Sing Hits at The Ridgefield Playhouse
With hits such as "Aimee", "Let me Love You Tonight" and "Falling in and out of Love", Pure Prairie League has made their mark on the rock, country and pop charts. And now they're coming to The Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield, Connecticut on Saturday, May 12th at 8pm. Call the box office at (203) 438-5795 for tickets. - May 02, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
How to Gain Skills and Experience in Voice Acting through the Web
Voice123, the online voice over marketplace, encourages voice over actors to understand how to take full advantage of the website to gain skills and experience in their careers. - April 29, 2007 - Voice123.com