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VOENA Spring Concert Season, "Voices of the Yesterday"
Warm, generous, enveloping and beautifully moving to see children express themselves in a joyous singing dance-like performance. Compelling voices with wow moments that just keep coming, VOENA presents a dynamic, refreshingly intimate show where the audience will experience a supreme new choral experience, bringing the audience in and out of songs from our yesteryears... a modern show for the whole family. - February 26, 2018 - VOENA
I Am Tango by Tango Lovers
Directly from Argentina and Uruguay, Tango Lovers Company arrives with a troupe of 24 world-class tango musicians, dancers and singers to bring “I Am Tango” to cities throughout the US starting April 14, 2018 for 15 days. The live music will be led by the young prodigy considered one of... - February 23, 2018 - Tango Lovers
Scottsdale Philharmonic to Perform Free Concert on April 15
Three additional free classical music concerts are scheduled in 2018. - February 22, 2018 - Scottsdale Philharmonic
Global Icon Mýa Returns with Brand New Single Celebrating 20th Year Anniversary
Grammy-winning recording artist, Mýa, unveiled the release of her brand new single, from her highly anticipated upcoming 13th studio project. The global entertainer and humanitarian surprised eager fans by ushering in Valentine’s Day with a debut of her new music, once again breaking... - February 18, 2018 - Mýa
Trumpeter Bob Wagner Releases Ground-Breaking Debut Recording Toot Suite
With this release of "Toot Suite," available from all major on-line music retailers, trumpeter Bob Wagner becomes the first American-born musician to record this widely-heard but rarely-recorded suite for trumpet and jazz trio in its entirety. - February 16, 2018 - Jump City Music Inc
Baltimore Rapper Damond Blue to Take Kids to See Black Panther
Baltimore rapper Damond Blue, his foundation Beats Not Bullets and Dream Bigger Media Group are buying out three theaters at the Towson Cinemark Theatre in Maryland to allow children from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Baltimore the opportunity to view Marvel’s new movie Black... - February 15, 2018 - Dream Bigger Media Group
Ben Dunham Partners with Award-Winning Songwriter Dave Gutter on New Single, Talkin’ Down
Produced in the Halo Studio of Portland Maine, Ben Dunham and Dave Gutter come together to create a raw and gritty duo on this exclusive track. - February 12, 2018 - Ben Dunham Music
Playwrights Local Announces 2018 Play Lab & Spring Workshops
Third annual series of new plays and free workshops presented March 17-18 at Waterloo Arts and April 6 at None Too Fragile. - February 10, 2018 - Playwrights Local
San Francisco International Arts Festival Detailed 2018 Performance Program Released
Down by the Riverside; A Pirouette with Asia II; La Cirque Femme; the Rise of Music; Losers + Dragons + Queer A.I.; Calendar Editors Please Note: Who: Multiple Artists; What: San Francisco International Arts Festival; Where: Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture; When: Thursday May 24 – Sunday June 3; Tickets & Information: www.sfiaf.org or 415-399-9554; Photo Images Available on Request - February 08, 2018 - San Francisco International Arts Festival
The Quest for Don Quixote | Indiana Premiere
Fat Turtle Theatre Company jumps into their second production as a company to bring out the hilarious adaptation The Quest for Don Quixote by Mark Brown. Inspired by the novel The Ingenious Hidalgo Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Produced in association with Dramatic Publishing. The show will be premiering at the Theater at the Fort in Lawrence, IN. - February 07, 2018 - Fat Turtle Theatre Company
NYC Indie-Rapper Jon Jeremy Returns After Nine Year Hiatus with New EP “Sober Art” Available March 15th
Album release - February 07, 2018 - Vocalfolks
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles COLLOQUIUM Understanding and Shaping the Ongoing Korean Crisis February 15, 2018 - Open to the Public
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles presents a COLLOQUIUM: Understanding and Shaping the Ongoing Korean Crisis by Bruce Bennett, Senior International / Defence Researcher at The RAND Corporation; Thursday February 15, 2018; Ahmanson Hall, Skirball Cultural Center; Address: 2701 N Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049; 12:45 Coffee and Cookies, 1:30-3:00 Program. - February 06, 2018 - The PLATO Society of Los Angeles
Lovail Long Investment and Vernon Williams Presents, LLC Announce Partnership
Introducing the partnership of Lovail Long Investment and Vernon Williams Presents, LLC. Some would call them an odd couple but these two entrepreneurs are creating their own lane by partnering to produce theatrical gold in the nation’s capital. - February 03, 2018 - Vernon Williams Presents
Vernon Williams Presents, LLC & Lovail Long Investment Announces New Stage Play, “What Your Man Won’t Do” Starring Grammy Nominated Raheem DeVaughn
Vernon Williams and Lovail Long are proud to announce, What Your Man Won’t Do - Stage Play. Set in a modest suburban neighborhood, this play follows the married life of Karla and Marc that has fallen victim to conformability. Starring BET Award Winning and Grammy Nominated singer/songwriter, Raheem DeVaughn, BET Sunday’s Best and Steller Award Winner, Y’Anna Crawley, and the Prince of Go-Go, Anwan Glover. - February 03, 2018 - Vernon Williams Presents
North Coast Rep Explores the Accidental Nature of Life in "This Random World"
By Steven Dietz; Performances Beginning Wednesday, February 21, 2018; Running Through Sunday, March 18, 2018; Directed by David Ellenstein - January 27, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Scott LaFlamme Acquires Endorsement from VSquared Guitar Systems
Live Demo Schedule for the NAMM Show 2018 - January 25, 2018 - Dreamkiller, LLC
Belinda King to Debut New Productions Aboard Color Line
British production company teams up with new generation of creatives. - January 22, 2018 - Belinda King Creative Productions
Pop Singer Dario Black Bares Soul in New EP "Temporary Love"
The recording artist returns with the soulful, sexy and sensuous album Temporary Love available now. - January 19, 2018 - Dario Black
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles: Colloquium on NASA's Dawn Mission to the Asteroid Belt - Thursday Jan 18, 2018
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles presents a Colloquium: To Boldly Go: NASA's Dawn Mission to the Asteroid Belt by Marc Rayman, Mission Director of the Dawn Mission at JPL and NASA, Thursday January 18, 2018. - January 18, 2018 - The PLATO Society of Los Angeles
Leander High School Presents The Addams Family Musical Comedy
The Addams Family Musical Comedy presented by Leander High School Theatre, Jan 18-21. Senior and student discounts included. - January 14, 2018 - Leander High School Theatre
Music Artists Now Have an Easy Way to Sell Their Songs Online
Gegero, an e-commerce site that helps music artists sell their songs online has officially been launched in Nigeria. - January 12, 2018 - Gegero Group
Scottsdale Philharmonic to Kick Off 2018 Concert Series on Feb. 18
Five free classical music concerts by the orchestra are scheduled in 2018. - January 11, 2018 - Scottsdale Philharmonic
Photographer Mike Masin Exhibiting in Cape Coral Art League's "Art Thru the Lens" Show
Three of Mike Masin’s photographs will be be exhibited and judged with other photographer’s art in Cape Coral Art League’s "Art Thru the Lens" gallery show. Art Thru the Lens is open to all Cape Coral Art League Members and Non-Members. Masin will be at the show Reception on Thursday, January 11 from 5pm to 7pm. The Reception is free, and open to the public. - January 10, 2018 - Mike Masin
Scottsdale Philharmonic Nominated for 37th Annual Governor's Arts Awards
The Scottsdale Philharmonic was nominated for the third straight year in the 37th Annual Governor's Arts Awards. - January 07, 2018 - Scottsdale Philharmonic
Linda Purl Stars in "The Year of Magical Thinking" at North Coast Rep
Linda Purl, stage, movie and television veteran actress, stars in a one-woman tour-de-force performance: The Year of Magical Thinking at North Coast Repertory Theatre, directed by Jenny Sullivan. Based on Joan Didion’s National Book Award winning memoir, “The Year of Magical... - January 06, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
2018 Plays by Young Writers Festival
Plays by Young Writers, a festival of winning scripts from the 33rd annual California Young Playwrights Contest. - December 26, 2017 - Playwrights Project
Solo Artist Tama Girard Signs Deal with Sony/Sugo
Tama Girard - Forging New Platforms with Major Record Labels & Distributors - December 26, 2017 - Tama Girard
The Traveling Over-the-Counter Medicine Band Releases 7th Studio Album, Stealing From Thieves
The Traveling Over-the-Counter Medicine Band (The TOTCM Band) released their 7th studio album in December 2017. The album, Stealing From Thieves is a collection of songs under the genre Jam Bands and features the songs, “Bad Accounting,” “Nice, But” and “Nobody Likes... - December 21, 2017 - The Traveling Over-the-Counter Medicine Band
Veteran Recording Artist Jerri BoKeno Rekindles Holiday Jewel "This Christmas”
Classic 1970 Donny Hathaway song released by Young Pals Music, featuring a host of renowned New York City musicians in new live recording. - December 20, 2017 - Young Pals Music
Wild Love Rebellion Revived to Fight Trump
The Grunge Band from Kentucky who Never Made it Has Returned When Needed Most - December 17, 2017 - Bang Bang Serendipity Productions
Mirage Recording Artist Ali Hugo Releases New EP
"Time Machine" Promises to be the Pop sound that time travels you to "back in the day." - December 16, 2017 - Mirage Records
Criterion International Re-Releasing Wayne Static's Deep Blue Dream Record
Announcing the long awaited re-release of Deep Blue Dream featuring Wayne Static of Static-X. - December 14, 2017 - Criterion International
Two Voices From Beyond Launches Their First Music CD “Winter Cherry”
Two Voices From Beyond is launching their first music CD titled, “Winter Cherry” at Roost Studios and Art Gallery, 69 Main Street, New Paltz, NY on December 16, 2017 from 4-6:30 pm. Their CD includes Russian, Ukrainian and Gypsy songs. - December 14, 2017 - Two Voices From Beyond
"Down by the Riverside" Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. San Francisco International Arts Festival Announces 2018 Program
SFIAF is pleased to announce its 2018 Program that will run exclusively at the Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture from May 24–June 3. Early Bird Tickets will go on sale on Thursday, March 1. The Festival will continue its commitment to promoting and presenting artistic work that focuses on issues of social justice and civil and human rights. In 2018 the theme "Down by the Riverside" will look to inspire a new generation of Americans to become politically active and engaged citizens. - December 11, 2017 - San Francisco International Arts Festival
Actors Theatre Workshop Hosting 27th Annual Holiday Celebration for At-Risk Youth
Builders of the new world gatherings on Dec 12 & 13, 2017. - December 10, 2017 - Actors Theatre Workshop
"Simpler Times" Starring Jerry Stiller and Anne Meara, Premieres Dec. 9 on ShortsTV Channel
“Simpler Times” stars Jerry Stiller and features special guest Anne Meara in their last onscreen appearance together. The made-for-TV film from director/writer Steve Monarque will kick off the "Stars in Shorts" block on ShortsTV Channel (DirecTV CH 573, AT&T U-Verse CH... - December 09, 2017 - MonaVision Films
Around The World In Eighty Days Takes North Coast Rep Audiences on a Wondrous, Fun-Filled Journey
Adapted by Mark Brown from the novel by Jules Verne Performances beginning Wednesday, January 10, 2018, running through Sunday, February 11, 2018. San Diego Premiere Directed by Allison Bibicoff. - December 09, 2017 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
St. Anne's Belfield School to Host 2018 Junior Theater Celebration with Virginia Theatre Association
VTA announced the date for the Junior Theater Celebration to be held Saturday March 24, 2018. - December 09, 2017 - Virginia Theatre Association
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles Winter 2018 Schedule of Study Discussion Groups (SDGs)
The PLATO Society of Los Angeles announces it’s schedule of Study Discussion Groups for the Winter 2018 Term, beginning 1/3/2018. - December 06, 2017 - The PLATO Society of Los Angeles
The Song Riding By Christmas Lights Gaining Momentum in U.S. and Abroad
Chip Hullender of Tiny Hours Publishing and Stuart Settles of Carrot Igloo Inc. Studio, both BMI affiliates, have written and released the best new Christmas song of 2017 with Riding By Christmas Lights Mary Beth Benson and Luke Berryhill. The duet blends classic Christmas, country rock, pop, bluegrass and a pinch of zydeco and is fun to sing. Portions of profits will be used to develop plans for a community for adults with disabilities and the people who love and support them. - December 05, 2017 - Tiny Hours Publishing
Among Legends Announces New EP "Some Days"
Ontario pop punk band Among Legends have announced a new EP. Some Days will be available to purchase, stream or download on Thursday, December 7, 2017, on all major music and streaming platforms. “This is a really exciting time to be part of Among Legends,” said lead guitarist Cameron... - December 05, 2017 - Among Legends
Balsam Range Celebrates Holiday EP, Spreads Christmas Cheer with Radio, Television & Festival Appearances
Multi-awarded Bluegrass band, Balsam Range, to appear on national television and radio. - December 02, 2017 - Balsam Range
Teddy Roosevelt Reenactor Shares His Progressive Ideas with PLATO Society of Los Angeles
On November 28, the Former President Theodore Roosevelt, in the form of Joe Wigand, a well known Theodore Roosevelt reenactor visited The PLATO Society of Los Angeles, 1083 Gayley Avenue, in Westwood, Los Angeles, CA. His appearance was in conjunction with one of 25 Study/Discussion Groups (SDGs). - December 01, 2017 - The PLATO Society of Los Angeles
A Quartet of Seasonal Treats for the Holidays at North Coast Repertory Theatre
December theatre goers will find something for everyone's taste at North Coast Repertory Theatre. Impro Theatre Dickens Unscripted is a winter holiday improvised gift for the literary minded; From Berlin To Brooks: Celebrating Broadway! (Holiday Edition) is an evening of Broadway's greatest songs... - November 27, 2017 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Kesavah BellyDance in Nelson, BC Now Offers Gift Certificates for Dance Classes
Kesavah BellyDance is now offering gift certificates for Belly Dance Classes in Nelson, BC. - November 18, 2017 - Kesavah BellyDance
World's First Comprehensive Search Portal for Dance Schools Launched
Dance Nexus launches the world's largest search portal for dance studios and instructors. The vision of this easy-to-use and comprehensive website is to encourage more people to take on dancing, a proven way to better quality of life. - November 16, 2017 - Dance Nexus
Eden Troupe’s Newest Generation Opens with Shakespeare
Jane White and Spencer Reeves of Patrick Henry College make their directorial debut with Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale later this week. Thursday, November 16th at 7:00pm, curtains will rise for the opening night of Eden Troupe’s latest performance. Actors representing each class... - November 16, 2017 - Eden Troupe
Grab Your Chance to Get Enrolled at the Leading Kizomba Tanzkurs
Get introduced to the best Kizomba Tanzkurs, Salsa People, which happens to be the pioneering institute in Zurich. Here’s a report on what they are offering to learners. - November 15, 2017 - Salsa People Dance Studio & Entertainment
Capezio Introduces New Limited Edition Bejeweled Sugar Plum Pointe Shoe
Capezio announces their newest addition to the Nutcracker pointe shoe collection. Featuring the famous Sugar Plum Fairy scene, this year’s limited edition pointe shoe is encrusted with over 2400 Swarovski® crystals in shades of Amethyst, Fuchsia, Smokey Mauve and Crystal. Details are reminiscent of fairy dust, sugar flakes, and elegant castle backdrops, just to name a few. - November 14, 2017 - Capezio
VOENA Celebrates Winter with a New Concert Season, "Voices of the Season… Wonderland"
For those who have not experienced a VOENA performance, this is not a “proper” stand-at-attention, white shirt, black slacks chorale. There is movement and colorful adornment and instrumental accompaniment and celebration. Standing ovations have become routine, and are well earned. - November 13, 2017 - VOENA