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Get Your New York Cabaret Act Together with MAC Award-Winner Lennie Watts and Steven Ray Watkins at Singers Forum Beginning March 20
Singers Forum, a non-profit musical oasis committed to providing the highest quality vocal training for New York City residents, will be offering “Get Your Act Together,” led by MAC Award-winning Lennie Watts and musical director Steven Ray Watkins beginning Sunday, March 20 from... - March 15, 2011 - Singers Forum
Canadian Pianist Martin Mayer’s Album “Alone” to Help Raise Funds for Japan Earthquake Relief
Canadian pianist and composer Martin Mayer is putting his music on the front line today, aiming to help raise funds to for the Canadian Red Cross’ Japan Earthquake Relief. Until May 1st, all proceeds from the sale of Mayer’s album “Alone”, purchased through the Apple iTunes... - March 15, 2011 - Canadian Pianist & Composer Martin Mayer
Comedy Night at Cielo Italian Cuisine
Another night of entertainment coming to Hauppauge. - March 15, 2011 - Wilshire Comedy Group
The Firm DC Supports the House of Ruth with The Vagina Monologues
DC group raises funds and hope for local shelter with a production of Eve Ensler’s famous play - March 10, 2011 - The Firm DC
Egyptian Actor Ayman Samman Composes a Song Dedicated to the Egyptian Revolution
After a successful career as an indie rock singer and a theatre actor in Egypt and Chicago, Ayman Samman is now a working actor in TV and film in Hollywood. He graduated from Helwan University as an Egyptologist and guided tourists throughout the Middle East. His natural storytelling skills and his... - March 09, 2011 - The ADD Channel
Orchestra Conductor to Give Away Secrets of the Profession
Interview will help hundreds of Tampa Bay radio listeners enjoy live music. - March 04, 2011 - Stone Cottage Arts Foundation
World’s First Wikimusical Ready for Contributors
The Xerxes’ Atlas team in Auckland have today announced they’re ready for contributors to the world’s first Wikimusical. Like the jet boat, the bungee jump, and even the humble pineapple lump; this is a true New Zealand invention. ‘Xerxes’ Atlas’, the... - March 03, 2011 - Xerxes' Atlas
South Bay Ballet’s Young Men Awarded Scholarships from Petit Oasis Foundation
Petit Oasis Foundation recognizes South Bay Ballet’s young male dancers for their promising talent and commitment in bringing quality ballet performances to the community. - March 03, 2011 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura
R&B/Soul Singer Donnie C Releases New Single "How Much I Feel"
R&B/Soul Singer Donnie C gives his fans another taste of life with his new single ‘How Much I Feel’ on March 1st available on iTunes, Amazon.com and other online retail stores. Donnie C remakes Ambrosia’s hit song with his unique and powerful sound. Donnie C will be... - March 02, 2011 - Donnie C/ Donnell Isaac
Steve Wogaman Named New President of Chamber Music Society of Detroit
Steve Wogaman served for seven years as the chief executive of two orchestras - February 26, 2011 - Chamber Music Society of Detroit
Five San Marcos Dance Students from San Elijo Dance and Music Academy Are Accepted to the Exclusive School of American Ballet (SAB) Summer Intensive Program
Only 200 students between the ages of 12 and 18 are accepted to the SAB program world-wide, and five are from San Elijo Dance and Music Academy in the San Marcos area. - February 26, 2011 - San Elijo Dance and Music Academy
4S Ballet Academy Changes Name to 4S Dance Academy
4S Ranch-based ballet school changes name in order to better reflect that the studio offers both Ballet & Contemporary Dance Instruction in San Diego - February 25, 2011 - 4S Dance Academy
Geraldine Bazan, the Actress Starring in Alicastro's New Video "Yo Te Prometo"
This past weekend in Miami, Colombian artist Alicastro filmed the music video for his new single "Yo Te Prometo" alongside Mexican actress Geraldine Bazan. Alicastro said that having Geraldine in his video "was a great pleasure since we've known each other for a few years but had... - February 25, 2011 - Naked Monkey Entertainment
Local Playwright Announces Cincinnati Dates for “In Love With Tyrone”
Ericka Nicole Malone kicks off seven city tour this fall at the Aronoff. - February 23, 2011 - Ericka Nicole Malone
American Director Laura Burke Introduced Xin Chao Show in Vietnam
With over 4 million foreign visitors projected to come in this year, Ho Chi Minh City still sees the lack of places for tourist to engage with the country’s cultural heritage. American director Laura Burke has produced a theatrical performance about Vietnam’s history, called Xin Chao, featuring dancers, circus performers and martial artists of Ho Chi Minh City. - February 23, 2011 - Xin Chao Art Performance
"Long Island Country" Artist Lisa Matassa to Perform Live on WKMK Thunder 106.3 FM's Live Drive-Time Broadcast
"Long Island Country" recording artist, Lisa Matassa, will perform her single "Me Time" on Tuesday, February 22, 2011, live on the radio during WKMK’s drive-time radio show. - February 22, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Multi-Platinum Band RATT, Drummer Releases Follow Up to 2010's Wide Received Autobiography, Tales of a RATT, Things You Shouldn't Know. With New Interactive Book Series
This new informational book "series" will give the publishing industry a kick in the ass by inviting the world to participate in the first, as far as we know, "User Interactive" book. "Things you need to know." - February 20, 2011 - Blotzer Brothers Publishing
Wilshire Comedy Group Brings an All Star Comedy Show to the Paradise Diner in Hauppauge on March 27th
Another great night of comedy comes to Hauppauge, NY. - February 20, 2011 - Wilshire Comedy Group
Purple Asteroid Cadillac Announces the Launch of Their Label and the Signing of an Exclusive Worldwide Distribution Deal Through JMD Records
Hard Work Pays Off for Local Band, Purple Asteroid Cadillac. - February 18, 2011 - We Run Entertainment LLC
February’s Lyrics for Lyric Show to Feature Grammy Winning Country Star, Billy Yates & Benefit Nashville's Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell's Daughter Lyric
The Nashville Music Guide Magazine and the Famed, Picks Nashville are proud to announce February 23rd’s Lyrics for Lyric show, hosted by Award Winning, Stylist/ Musician, Mark Newton will be headlined by Grammy winning Country Star, Billy Yates and have a preshow jam packed with hit song... - February 14, 2011 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
Evanston Dance Ensemble Presents: Body of Work - The Dance of Art
For the dancers of the Evanston Dance Ensemble, art in its many forms is the inspiration for the youth dance company’s original production, Body of Work: The Dance of Art, premiering Friday, March 11 at 7 p.m. at the Josephine Louis Theatre on Northwestern University’s campus. From Chagall’s windows to Leonardo da Vinci’s hands to the photographs of Ansel Adams to the mobiles of Alexander Calder, a group of choreographers has created the dance of art. - February 11, 2011 - Evanston Dance Ensemble
Oklahoma Band StoneWater Led by Ren Schuffman, Set to Open for Styx
Local Oklahoma band StoneWater announced today that they have been asked to open two nights for Styx by Innervisions Concerts, the legendary 80's band with hits like, Renegade, Come Sail Away, and Mr. Roboto will be performing two shows in Oklahoma this weekend. - February 10, 2011 - StoneWater
Chris Caskey’s New Single Bursts Onto the National Top 100 Two Months After Teaming with Frizzell
Congratulations to rising Country Artist, Chris Caskey for having his crossover radio single, “God’s Pocket” break onto the National Christian Voice Christian & Country Top 100 chart for February at number 96. Just two months after teaming with Nashville’s Artist to the... - February 06, 2011 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
TCM Recording Artist, Chris Caskey Receives Award Nod from King Country Agape Fest
TCM Records recording artist, Chris Caskey’s first single, “God’s Pocket” just hit radio Jan 1st and he’s already received a top ten nomination nod for the 2011 King Country Agape Fest Male Horizon Award. Founded by Glorya and her late husband, award winning DJ, Bob... - February 06, 2011 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
Nashville’s Artist to the Stars, Corey Frizzell to be on Atlanta Live & Babbie’s House TV Shows
Nashville based Artist, Corey Frizzell will be visiting the Atlanta WATC Studios as a guest for two TV shows. Frizzell will appear live on Atlanta Live February 2nd and take part in a taped interview on Babbie’s House to be aired at a later date. Frizzell will visit both TV programs to... - February 06, 2011 - Visual Artist Corey Frizzell
Mishra.TV - Australian Content Shot by Mishra.tv Premieres at Sundance Film Festival as Part of Life in a Day
Ron's Diary, an Australian short film has been selected as a part of 'Life in a Day' and has premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. The teaser trailer for Life in a Day - featuring Ron's Diary has gathered 2 million views on YouTube. - February 04, 2011 - Mishra.tv
UK Art Rockers Scumbag Philosopher Are Set to Release Their Debut Self-Titled Single on the 28th March on US Label Words on Music
Formerly known as F*ck Dress, the Norwich, UK-based avant garde rockers re-emerge as Scumbag Philosopher with their self-titled single produced by Phil Vinall (Placebo, Pulp. Elastica) on US indie label Words on Music on the 28th March 2011. - February 04, 2011 - Scumbag Philosopher
Love is in the Air at Pala February 12 with Bella Donna
Bella Donna, A Tribute to Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac set to perform Valentines Day Weekend show in the Grand Cabaret. - February 03, 2011 - Bella Donna Rumours of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac
Cheer Channel Launches First Home Video Release: Top Gun Instructional DVD Series is the First of Its Kind in the Spirit Industry
Cheer Channel, Inc., announced today, Top Gun On Tour: Instructional DVD series levels 1-5, a 4-disc set that provides tips and training techniques from the world champion all-star stunt team, Top Gun. - January 29, 2011 - Story Merchant
Wilshire Comedy Group Brings an All-Star Show Back to Popei's Restaurant in Sayville on February 21st
Fan favorite Frankie Pace headlines this great night of entertainment. - January 29, 2011 - Wilshire Comedy Group
Long Island Country Recording Artist Lisa Matassa Featured on Newsday.com
Lisa Matassa, pioneer of the Long Island Country sound, is featured in a highly trafficked Newsday.com video segment. - January 28, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Abbie Rhode's Psychedelic Spectacle to Give Anniversary Burlesque Show
The only burlesque troupe in St. Paul, MN throws their one year anniversary show on Friday, February 11th, 2011. Titled "The Las Vegas Strip!," birthday celebration will showcase burlesque dancers, musicians, singers, belly dancers, comedians and drag queens. The Friday night show at Station 4 will be an entertaining way to start off the Valentine weekend, or just a fun Friday night on the town. - January 27, 2011 - Abbie Rhode's Psychedelic Spectacle
NYC Acclaimed Power Rock Groups Pillow Theory and Lachi to Perform at Mercury Lounge (February 7th at 9pm)
The critically praised pop-rock artist Lachi and highly acclaimed hard rock group Pillow Theory will perform Monday February 7th at 9pm at the renowned Mercury Lounge (217 E Houston, NY NY) - January 27, 2011 - Lachi
Vetted Word Gets Big & Local San Francisco Spoken Word Showcase Changes Focus to Spirituality and Community
Vetted Word, a performance art and spoken word event in San Francisco since 2009 occurring on the first Wednesday of each month, announces an exciting change of direction. The change is twofold, with changes both in programming as well as in format. Please read carefully. - January 26, 2011 - Vetted Word
Local Performer Announces Opening of Kan-Dance Studio in Tampa Bay Community
On January 10, 2011 Kan-Dance Studio opened its doors, introducing a new dance studio to the Tampa Bay community. The Kan-Dance Studio offers an extensive array of dance and fitness programs for students of all ages, including Pre-Dance (Preschool), Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Modern, Zumba, Fitness Bootcamp, and Private Classes. - January 24, 2011 - Kan Dance Studio
Glory Crampton's Unusual Way CD Released
In her first solo recording, a romantic gift for any time, the distinguished soprano sings her favorite, Broadway show tunes, accompanied by the The National Symphony Orchestra (Abbey Road Studios, England). - January 23, 2011 - Glory Crampton
The Secret of Music's New Buzz Kings; Tito Deville Band
MTV stars Tito Deville Band have come together to party rock music lovers all across the nation with innovative live performance shows and DJ sets never seen before. - January 22, 2011 - Tito Deville Band
The Rite of Spring Street Plays The Flamboyan Theater NYC 1/28-29
Every city block holds the dreams and the nightmares of its restless inhabitants - Roschman Dance presents The Rite of Spring St, a vibrant and athletic evening of contemporary dance that takes us on an exploration of the dreams and nightmares of life in NYC. - January 21, 2011 - Roschman Dance
Eyran Records Releases Classical Meets Jazz: Pictures at an Exhibition, American Premiere in Jordan Hall on DVD
Eyran Records announces the DVD release of Classical Meets Jazz: Pictures at an Exhibition, American Premiere in Jordan Hall, a live concert by jazz and classical pianists, Eyran Katsenelenbogen and Andrei Ivanovitch. - January 20, 2011 - Eyran Records
Joe Blessett Sets Release Date for the Long Awaited Singapore Nights. Smooth Contemporary Jazz Reserved for Quality Audio Systems.
Joe Blessett sets release date for Singapore Nights and dedicated it to a friend & all others who lost their life to a silent killer. - January 19, 2011 - Joe Blessett Music
Long Island Country Artist Lisa Matassa Chosen as Reverbnation.com Featured Artist
Lisa Matassa, pioneer of the "Long Island Country" sound is currently a featured artist on the popular music website, ReverbNation. - January 17, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Richmond’s Sweet Adelines Plan Sweet Valentine Surprises
The Greater Richmond Chorus Plans to Delight Hearts with Singing Valentines and Help the American Heart Association. - January 15, 2011 - Greater Richmond Chorus (of Sweet Adelines International)
Pittsburgh Steelers Anthem Released by SloFunkPump
SloFunkPump released an anthem for the Pittsburgh Steelers. - January 13, 2011 - SloFunkPump
The dkWard Quality Entertainment Group Opens a New Dinner Theater in Northeastern Ohio
The dkWard Quality Entertainment Group and Ivy’s Catering have united to provide the finest in dining and entertainment with a new Dinner Theater at the Greenmont Party Center located at 800 S. Green Road in the city of S. Euclid, Ohio. In these hard economical times, people are looking for... - January 11, 2011 - dkWard Quality Entertainment Group
Yoga and Belly Dance Classes on the Rise in Redmond, OR – New Business Owner Contributing to Local Arts Scene
Redmond, Oregon may be thought of as the step-sister to Bend, but residents such as yoga and belly dance teacher Kathy Stahlman are committed to contributing to Redmond’s growing interest in yoga and dance. Kathy celebrated her first year anniversary in Central Oregon this past December,... - January 10, 2011 - Tribal Moon Belly Dance & Yoga
South Bay Ballets BRAVO! The Classical & Contemporary Ballet Experience: 2011 Line-Up Announced
South Bay Ballet continues to enhance the local performing arts scene with its 2011 BRAVO! dance concert bringing world-class classical and contemporary ballet to the Southland while cultivating the work of the region’s top choreographers fused with emerging talent. - January 08, 2011 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura
Chicago Community Youth Drumline Campaigns to Win SafeAuto Commercial Contest, January 3 – February 28, 2011
Internet users asked to participate in ZC Flawless Drumline’s Nationwide “View and Vote” Campaign. - January 08, 2011 - ZC Flawless Drumline
Radik - Brazilian Artist Releases His Debut Album, "Pera"
Radik is a Brazilian artist based in Los Angeles who is releasing his debut album, "Pera." It is a singular album made in Brazil and in the U.S., with the help of co-producer and co-musical director Marcelo Elias (Pedro Mariano, Sandy & Junior). Take a listen and enjoy the new Brazilian music of Radik. - January 07, 2011 - Radik
Lybert Ramade to Release New Album "Une Autre Chance"
Third Project Issued in January 2011 on Young Pals Records, Ayhan Sahin’s Compositions in French - January 04, 2011 - Young Pals Music
"Guitar Center Presents: Your Next Record with Keith Urban" Competition - Katie Cole Has Top Ranked Song After Public Voting, But Judges Panel to Determine the Winner
"Guitar Center Presents: Your Next Record with Keith Urban" competition winner to be announced Jan. 15, 2011. Public portion of voting completed Dec. 15 with the song "Lost Inside a Moment" by LA based Aussie artist Katie Cole, aka "The Female Keith Urban," heading into the judging portion of the competition as the top ranked song out of over 6000 entries. - January 03, 2011 - Katie Cole