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.
"The Party Animals" on a Tour of European Armed Forces Bases
This Press Release outlined our upcoming European Tour. We traveled to five different countries in Europe (Germany, England, Belgium, Norway, and the Netherlands). We performed on US and NATO military bases. The show was for our fighting troops families and children that have been stationed over seas. - October 06, 2007 - The Party Animals, LLC
Free Storytelling for Adults Event at Borders Store in Avondale, AZ, October 20, 2007
Storyteller.net and the Arizona Storytelling Guild continue their series of no-charge evenings of storytelling for adults on Saturday, October 20, 2007, 7PM at the Borders Book Store in Avondale. - October 06, 2007 - Storyteller.net
Poet Published Personal Catharsis Author Shares Self-Discovery with Readers Through Verse
Self-improvement is a long and difficult process. Poet George E Thompson shares insight on his method with his anthology, "Experience, Strength and Hope (now available at Borders, Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble and authorHouse.com). - October 05, 2007 - GET Poems, Etc.
Mr. Men Show is on Its Way Back and Precision Talent is Scary
Chorion is bringing the Mr. Men and Little Miss Show back to television on Cartoon Network in January 2008. Precision Talent is happy to announce Susan Balboni will be the character Miss Scary. - October 05, 2007 - Precision Talent
Haitians in the Bay Area Celebrate 203 Years of Liberation from Slavery; Haitian Band Kalbass Headlines Haitian Cultural Extravaganza at Ashkenaz November 17
Haitians in the Bay Area Celebrate 203 Years of Liberation from Slavery. Haitian Band Kalbass Headlines Haitian Cultural Extravaganza at Ashkenaz November 17. Concert to Benefit Anti-Deforestation Efforts in Haiti - October 05, 2007 - Kalbass Kreyol
The Jitter Critters New York Debut at New World Stages
On October 27th, 2007 The Jitter Critters, the a new educational entertainment group for children will be taking on New York City at New World Stages. With educational songs about brushing teeth, eating fruits and vegetables, reading books and much more, these fun-loving Crittters help re-inforce positive behaviors for children. - October 04, 2007 - The Jitter Criitters
Bernard Shaw Shows Actors the Ropes of Voiceover on Experts Podcast
Bernard Shaw, acclaimed voiceover instructor in the United Kingdom, answers the question of where to start in voiceovers on the Voice Over Experts Podcast at Voices.com. - October 04, 2007 - Voices.com
Free Storytelling Workshop from the Arizona Storytelling Guild
The West Valley Tellers of Tales Guild changes its name to the "Arizona Storytelling Guild" and offers a free workshop on the "how-to" of storytelling, October, 22, 2007 in Avondale, Arizona. - October 03, 2007 - Storyteller.net
Troy Lund Wins Prize in Voices.com 60 Second Pitch Contest
Troy Lund wowed Voices.com with his concise and conversational account of his voice acting services in a 60 second elevator pitch submitted via MP3. - October 03, 2007 - Voices.com
Voices.com Promotes SaVoa, the Society of Accredited Voice Over Artists
A first for the voice over industry, SaVoa aims to accredit all professional voice over artists, regardless of location, to preserve their art while recognizing people who produce broadcast-quality audio. - October 01, 2007 - Voices.com
Johnna Gottlieb, Voice Over Expert, Breaks Down the Voice Acting Biz for Beginners
Johnna Gottlieb, with Joan Baker, gives the skinny on how to build a small business from the ground up specifically for voice actors on the Voice Over Experts Podcast. - September 28, 2007 - Voices.com
The Simpsons Sound Alike Challenge Winners Revealed at Voices.com
The audience has spoken. After a two-week voting frenzy at the Voices.com website, five voice actors have emerged as favorites in the Voices.com Simpsons Sound Alike Challenge. - September 26, 2007 - Voices.com
Precision Talent Introduces New Casting Services
Precision Talent is a new innovation in voice over casting and audio production. Founded by a former radio and voice over producer from Chiat/Day, Precision Talent provides efficient, voice over casting in today's hectic market. For as little as $100 a script for casting, one can avoid the headache of mass casting and make better use of one's time and money, with much better results. - September 24, 2007 - Precision Talent
Precision Talent Names the 100
Precision Talent defines what it is to be a member of The 100 and who those members are. - September 24, 2007 - Precision Talent
Golden Boy (Fospassin) New Album "Top Feeling" Now available on iTunes and Amazon.com
The new album "Top Feeling" of Golden boy (Fospassin) the ultimate songwriter and king of the new way hiphop available on Amazon.com, itunes, rhapsody, emusic, napster and others. Download and order the CD on Amazon.com - September 23, 2007 - Golden Boy (Fospassin)
The Opera Company of North Carolina to be Featured on WCPE’s “Preview!”
WCPE’s weekly program “Preview!” will feature an interview with Frank Grebowski, general director of The Opera Company of North Carolina. The interview will air Sunday, September 23. - September 22, 2007 - WCPE 89.7FM
Ella Joyce One-Woman Tribute to Rosa Parks "A Rose Among Thorns" Will Perform at the Rosa Parks Museum in Montgomery, Alabama -- February 2008
Ella Joyce's critically acclaimed one-woman play is currently running at Stage 52 Playhouse in Los Angeles with this upcoming weekend being the final two performances before it tours out of town. One of the stops will be the Rosa Parks Museum in Montgomery, Alabama on Mrs. Parks' birthday Feb. 4, 2008. - September 21, 2007 - Ms. Thing Productions, Inc.
Acknowledging it is Time to Give Back to the Community, FRANK. Takes on The Historic Miracle Theater as Their Philanthropic Endeavor
Realizing the value and importance of investing in the local scene and the unique vibe that makes Miami the dynamic, international cultural center that it is, FRANK. is putting action to their words by donating their time, resources and award-winning advertising expertise to the production of the... - September 18, 2007 - Frank Worldwide
VoiceOver Expert Connie Terwilliger Gives Self-Evaluation Tips for Voice Actors
Connie Terwilliger helps voice actors take the bull by the horns in the Gold Rush of Voice Over on the Voice Over Experts Podcast at Voices.com. - September 13, 2007 - Voices.com
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Benefit Concert Giving Back to the Children of South Carolina
S.D. Professionals, LLC and The Randy Parton Theater announced today that they will present the First Annual Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Benefit Concert, in an effort to raise awareness throughout South Carolina for the non-profit’s cause, providing children’s books to participating community children every month until the age of five. The family, fun-filled event will feature must-see performances from Jacob Timmons, Randy Parton, Heidi Lou Parton, Ryan Morris & The Moonlight Bandits. - September 12, 2007 - Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Benefit Concert
Yoga Stick-E Socks...for That Barefoot Feeling - Eco Friendly and Not Just for Yoga
Yoga Stick-e Socks have a unique patented design that creates a barefoot feeling. The socks have a hole for each toe to extend through so the toes remain exposed. The exposed toes enable gripping during exercise. Yoga Stick-e Socks are made from eco-friendly Bamboo fiber which is naturally antibacterial, deodorizing and cooling. The socks are great for all barefoot sports including Yoga, Pilates, Martial Arts, Dance and more. They even make great Pedicure socks. - September 12, 2007 - Stick-e Products LLC
Ballet Tech Cincinnati Moves Into New World Headquarters
ballet tech cincinnati held its first rehearsal in its new Kennedy Heights world headquarters facility on Saturday, September 08, 2007. With the Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy Electric Jazz and Student Orchestra, they did a run-through rehearsal of Act I of the World Premier of The Jazzy... - September 12, 2007 - arts innovation movement: aim cincinnati
Creative Touchpoint Launches Photo Marketing Tips Newsletter
Creative Touchpoint launches Photo Marketing Tips, a free email newsletter offering marketing advice to photographers, reps and stock agencies. It's the first photo industry newsletter dedicated to providing guidance for marketing creative work. - September 11, 2007 - Creative Touchpoint
Ethan Bortnick, 6 Year Old Musician and Pianist, to Perform at the Chabad Telethon on September 9, 2007
On Sunday, September 9, millions of people will unite in song, dance, and the joy of giving. September 9 is the day of the 2007 Chabad “To Life” Telethon. Ethan Bortnick has been invited to open the Telethon with the Star Spangled Banner and perform throughout the telethon to help raise... - September 06, 2007 - Ethan Bortnick
Danskin Celebrates Its 125th Anniversary by Unveiling Limited Edition Luxury Collection and Free Give-Away Program
Iconix Brand Group (NASDAQ: ICON) announced today to commemorate the 125th anniversary of its Danskin® brand, it has unveiled the Heritage Collection, a limited edition line of iconic Danskin dancewear and activewear styles updated with luxury fabrics. Each design is a celebration of its... - September 05, 2007 - Danskin, Inc.
Think Globally, Act Locally - Pay It Forward
'Pay It Forward' plan set up between Copus Music and Tenderloin residents for multimedia event. - September 05, 2007 - Copus Multimedia LLC
Randy Parton Theatre Plans Community Appreciation Month
The Randy Parton Theatre has announced “Community Appreciation Month” during the month of September. Special “two for one” ticket prices will be available during the month. Randy Parton "Little Bit of Life" also includes special tribute to North Carolina icons. - September 04, 2007 - Randy Parton Theatre
Vicki Amorose, Winner in Voices.com 60 Second Pitch Contest
Vicki Amorose, Voice Talent and Narrator, used her personalized voice acting style to prove that the pen and the voice are mightier than the sword. - September 01, 2007 - Voices.com
Penny Abshire, A.S.G., Has Characters in Her Pocket on Voice Over Experts
Penny Abshire, Creative Director of VoiceActing.com, shares some of the characters that reside in her pocket on the Voice Over Experts Podcast at Voices.com. - August 31, 2007 - Voices.com
Plans to Accelerate the Careers of Stand-Up Comedians Begin with a Music Distribution Company in Kingwood, TX
The Houston Laff Stop and BCD Music Group have made it easier for stand-up comedians to get their material distributed through the right channels - August 30, 2007 - BCD Music Group
Free Performances by New Stage Company in San Pedro at the TriArts Festival
The Relevant Stage offers a sneak peak at its 2008 Season for free to attendees at the San Pedro TriArts Festival, September 8 and 9, 2007. - August 29, 2007 - The Relevant Stage
Party with the Rat Pack in Off-Broadway Show "Sinatra and Friends"
Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr., and Marilyn Monroe continue their stay at the HA! Comedy Club in Times Square after rave reviews. - August 27, 2007 - HA! Comedy Club and the Theater at HA!
'Diva of Latin Pop' Returns to New Orleans to Headline 2nd Annual Decafest
‘First gay Latin star’ Jade Esteban Estrada brings history sequel ‘ICONS 2’ to annual arts festival - August 26, 2007 - Jade Esteban Estrada
Africa Unite Now Festival Benefit
As part of the Africa Unite Now Festival, Copus Music is presenting the premiere benefit of "Elements - The 1st World Rhythm Opera." - August 25, 2007 - Copus Multimedia LLC
Synergy Spa Sponsors Hot Summer Nights Theater
Synergy Spa is pleased to have participated as a sponsor for the Kennedy Theater’s Hot Summer Nights Program 2007 season. The final show, Ain’t Misbehavin’, runs from August 22-Sept. 2. Anna Porrazzo, founder of Synergy Spa, stated "We are happy to assist and participate in... - August 24, 2007 - Synergy Spa & Aesthetics
Play Sparks Global Movement to Improve Maternity Care Using a Theatre-for-Social-Change Model; Local Communities Organize Worldwide
The story of eight women, Birth delivers a theatrical experience that melds the unbridled hilarity, the unexpected poignancy, and the tragic truth about power in maternity care. With first-person monologues, some dialogue, and the voices these women heard when they gave birth, the play confronts "The naked truth about childbirth in America." Birth will be presented on Labor Day weekend and throughout the month of September, locally and around the world, to benefit mother-friendly maternity care. - August 21, 2007 - Pregnant in Puget Sound
Award-Winning Auctioneer Raises Millions for Corporations, Estates and Non-Profits; Auctioning Real Estate, Fine Art, Wine, Classic Automobiles
Rowlan Hill possesses 20 years experience, and has won more championship titles than 99 percent of auctioneers worldwide. - August 17, 2007 - Rowlan Hill
Voice Actor Jesse Springer Podcasts Interview Series with Joe Cipriano
Rising voice over star and producer Jesse Springer, age 19, has produced a three-part interview series with promo voice talent Joe Cipriano airing on the VOX Talk Podcast. - August 17, 2007 - Voices.com
Elaine Clark Instructs Voice Talents on Acting in the White Spaces
Elaine Clark, author, director, and voice over instructor, teaches voice actors how to use a script as a roadmap to success when communicating a message via the Voice Over Experts Podcast at Voices.com. - August 16, 2007 - Voices.com
Brooklyn Youth Examine Life on the Streets of Brooklyn and for Youth in Darfur with Their Stirring Production of "the Gift"
Brooklyn based, Revelation Performing Arts Studio’s, Shared Theatre Education Program (S.T.E.P), is dedicating their summer production “The Gift” to Help Darfur Now, Inc. (HDN) “The Gift” depicts life on the streets of Brooklyn and in Darfur through the eyes of young... - August 15, 2007 - Revelation Perfoming Arts Studio, Inc.
Rodney Saulsberry, Voice Over Celebrity, Teaches Marketing through Podcasting
Rodney Saulsberry, California based voice artist, author and teacher, provides marketing tips to voice actors on the Voice Over Experts Podcast. - August 15, 2007 - Voices.com
Tix Corporation Acquires Exhibit Merchandising LLC
Tix Corporation (OTCBB: TIXC) is pleased to announce that it has acquired Exhibit Merchandising LLC. - August 14, 2007 - TIX Corporation
Roll 'Em: A Musical Movie Montage Opens August 18 at Old Town Commons
Roll ‘em takes a walk through some of your favorite musical memories from movies across the years. Re-live the heartbreak of Casablanca with “As Time Goes On,” the joy of Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious, the moving “Circle of Life,” the love theme from Titanic “My Heart Will Go On” and many more. Match wits with their cast as they jog your movie memories with scenes you thought you forgot. Roll ‘em is a captivating review to bring all your favorite movies to life. - August 14, 2007 - Old Town Commons
Biryukov Academy of Art and Music, Sparta, New Jersey Announces Additional Piano Classes Now Available Six Days a Week, Starting September 4, 2007
Biryukov Academy of Art and Music for children and adults announces expansion of its music program. Starting September 4, 2007 piano lessons and piano instructions conducted by experienced teachers will be available six days a week in Sparta, Sussex county, New Jersey. The enrollment of music and... - August 12, 2007 - Biryukov Academy of Art and Music
CAConrad Reads at Outspoken in Asheville North Carolina
CAConrad is a Philadelphia poet who published his first full-length collection of poems in 2006 with Soft Skull Press. He will be visiting Asheville North Carolina on August 24 to give a public reading of his work at Outspoken. - August 12, 2007 - CAConrad
OTC Comedy Competition - August 10 - September 7 - Win $400
Have you ever been told you were funny or funny looking? Now's your chance to make some money. Starting this Friday August 10th, OTC - Old Town Commons and "The River" 95.3 are excited to announce the first OTC Comedy Competition. One winner from each week will go on to the finals on... - August 11, 2007 - Old Town Commons
Acclaimed Choreographer Bob Rizzo Releases New Dance Instruction DVDs to Retail in August and September from BayView Entertainment
Renowned Broadway choreographer Bob Rizzo and BayView Entertainment to release four new dance instruction DVDs to retail in August and September. - August 10, 2007 - BayView Entertainment
Fleas Perform in Our Nation's Capital: the Flea Circus Comes to Washington DC
This summer, our nation's flea circus will not play in the White House or in the Halls of Congress. Instead it will take place at Washington's weirdest venue- The Palace of Wonders- as the Acme Flea Circus performs two shows on Sunday, August 26. - August 10, 2007 - Acme Clown Company
S.D. Professionals, LLC Debuts Video Production Expertise at the New Randy Parton Theater
Firm’s Creativity and Talent Captivate Audience and Win Recognition - August 08, 2007 - SD Professionals LLC
Cheril N. Clarke Brings Intimate Chaos to the Main Stage
Temptation. Seduction. Drama: Sizzling lesbian romance journeys from ecstasy to turmoil and back again - August 06, 2007 - Clarke Productions LLC