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Figurative Nudity by Cesare Landini
Scheduled to run from December 14, 2007 through January 3, 2008. Opening Reception: Thursday, December 20, 2007, 6-8 pm. Gallery Location: 530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York. - December 14, 2007 - Agora Gallery
The Musical Comedic Genius of Sean Altman's Jewmongous is Making It's Way to the Ridgefield Playhouse
Sean Altman, in addition to being the founder and former leader of Rockapella, is part of a new breed of Jewish hipster comedy that includes Jon Stewart, Sacha Baron and Sarah Silverman. He is hilarious while drawing upon his Jewish heritage relating those bits of life we can all identify. He will do just that as he brings his “Jewmongous” to The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Thursday, December 20 at 8 p.m. - December 06, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
LaughTour 2008 to Make History at the Historic Five Flags Theater in Dubuque
Hey Dubuque; Get ready for an evening of spectacular entertainment at the Five Flags Theater. The Magnificent Mark "The Knife" Faje, will be headlining this "one night only". He has been featured on The Late Show with David Letterman (three times), NBC's America's Got Talent, Comedy Central and the Discovery Channel did a half hour special on his unique skills. He will be joined by top Midwest-touring stand-up comedians. - December 06, 2007 - Lullo Entertainment
Mixed Media Works by Stefano Cattai
Stefano Cattai's exhibition is scheduled to be featured at Agora Gallery with the opening of The Odyssey Within: An Exhibition of Fine Art From Italy and Greece - December 04, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Celebrity Chef Jehan S. deNoüe Demonstrates Healthy Holiday Cooking on Stage at The Ridgefield Playhouse
The Thanksgiving turkey has been put to rest . . . along with the stuffing, creamed onions and pumpkin pie. So, what’s for dinner over the coming holidays? How about something different, something as pleasing to the eye as it is to the heart. Join Chef Jehan S. deNoüe, who has appeared on TV as well as doing live demonstrations around the country, as he conjures up a meal fit for the most discerning diner at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Tuesday, December 11 at 7:30pm. - December 01, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Annual Gifts for Kids Benefit Golf Tournament
Golfer's Guide and The Club at ConCan are sponsoring the Annual Gifts for Kids Benefit Golf Tournament, December 7-9, at the Club at ConCan. Proceeds of this event directly support the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, in particular the San Antonio, Texas region. - November 28, 2007 - Golf Galaxy Golf Tour
Golf Galaxy Tour Wraps Another Successful Season
The San Antonio, Texas chapter heads to the "19th Hole" after another exciting season. Nationwide, the Golf Galaxy Tour will tee it up for the 2008 Season beginning March 15th. - November 28, 2007 - Golf Galaxy Golf Tour
Merry Tuba Christmas at Glendale's Historic Alex Theatre
DowntownGlendale.com and the Alex Theatre are proud to present Glendale's annual free Merry Tuba Christmas holiday celebration. - November 19, 2007 - Alex Theatre
World Record Balloon Sculpture to Benefit Charities
Carmen Tellez of Pico Rivera, CA participates in Guinness Record attempt for Charity by helping with Largest Balloon Sculpture creation. - November 16, 2007 - CharmandHappy.com
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles Kicks Off Its 29th Season with "Holidays LA"
The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles take to the Alex Theatre (216 North Brand Blvd.) stage on December 14-16, 2007 for their Annual Holiday extravaganza, “Holidays LA.” - November 15, 2007 - Alex Theatre
Old Town Commons and Bad Puppy Productions Announce Christmas Show Opening
Following the successful run of “Roll ‘Em,” Old Town Commons and Bad Puppy Productions will present “A Partridge in a Pear Tree: A Seasonal Sequined Spectacular”. The show will run every Saturday and Sunday from November 17 through December 23. Curtain for the Saturday... - November 14, 2007 - Old Town Commons
Kois' by Katrina Read
Scheduled to run from November 20 through December 11, 2007. Opening Reception: Thursday, November 29, 2007, 6-8 pm. Gallery Location: 530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York. - November 07, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Golf Galaxy Tour of San Antonio to Host Statewide Event
The Golf Galaxy Tour - San Antonio will host first ever 2-day statewide event at The Golf Club of Texas at Briggs Ranch - October 27, 2007 - Golf Galaxy Golf Tour
Super Country Star Clint Black to headline at Ridgefield Playhouse Gala
It’s going to be a super star studded event on November 2nd at the Ridgefield Playhouse. In addition to the legendary country music star Clint Black—he of “Killin’ Time,” “Strong One” and “When I Say I Do” (with Lisa Hartman Black)—headlining the evening, the “Denim and Diamonds” fundraiser, which begins at 7 p.m. also includes an auction with some signed memorabilia of Playhouse performers over the past year. - October 26, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
The Professional and Awe-Inspiring Russian American Kids Circus is Coming to the Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts
“The Russian American Kids Circus on stage makes spirits soar and crowds roar,” so said the New York Times, and you will echo that sentiment as the Russian American Kids Circus performs at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, November 10 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. as part of the Pepsi Children’s Series. - October 26, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Julia Sweeney to Make Us Laugh at the Ridgefield Playhouse
Best known as "Pat" on Saturday Night Live, Julia Sweeny is bringing her special brand of comedy to Ridgefield.What happens when you’re a zippy single looking forward to the future in a cozy new bachelorette home and your brother—along with your parents—moves into your place? Well, if you are stand-up comedian Julia Sweeney, you put together a hilarious monologue (“God Said Ha!”), take it on the road and keep your audience in absolute stitches. - October 26, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
The Blue Stater Comedy Tour: Political Stand-up Comedy 10/18 in Chicago
The Blue Stater Comedy Tour will be debuting in Chicago on Thursday, October 18, 2007 at 8:00 PM at Chicago Center for the Performing Arts. The Blue Stater Comedy Tour is guaranteed to take on and tackle all the subjects that are on the minds of the well read people who are wondering what the hell happened to our country, and rile and ruffle the feathers of all those who don't think there is a problem. - October 19, 2007 - The Edge Comedy Club @ CCPA
Ancient Iconography by Allan Wash
Allan Wash's Exhibition to be Held at Agora Gallery with the Opening of Figuratively Speaking - October 18, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Mia Farrow Appearing at the Ridgefield Playhouse as Part of the Series for Women and Girls
Mia Farrow has appeared in more than forty films and won numerous awards. However, most of all, she is a humanitarian and an advocate, especially for children, and most recently for the situation in Darfur. Her inspirational life and relationship with her children will be the topic as the first presenter at The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Tuesday, October 23 at 7:30 p.m as part of the Adam Broderick Salon & Spa Series for Women and Girls. - October 15, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
East Pittsburgh's Resource Center is Pittsburgh's Best Kept Secret - Turtle Island Resource Center Could Start a New Trend in Customer Convenience
Turtle Island is the only place in Pittsburgh where you can come in, use the computers, browse the daily paper, check out the bulletin board of local upcoming events, read a book, get a 10 minute massage, have a resume re-written, get a flier designed, support your local artists, get help on the computer, learn a language, play a game, print, fax, laminate, or pick up henna, gaming, or aromatherapy supplies, all under the same roof. - October 13, 2007 - Turtle Island
Jackie Mason, Appearing at the Ridgefield Playhouse on October 18 Before Hitting the Great White Way
It’s rare when one gets to see a legend such as Jackie Mason in a small venue like The Ridgefield Playhouse. But, every so often, just before he takes his act to Broadway, Mr. Mason does a small tour of performing arts centers with his new material. You can hear all of his witty observations when Mr. Mason takes the stage of The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Thursday, October 18 at 8 p.m. as part of the Bruce Bennett Nissan Comedy Series. - October 12, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
WBC Muay Thai Event - XFight Promotions Sponsored by Fairtex & Singha Beer
XFight Promotions along with Fairtex and Singha Beer are bringing one of the most exciting ring sports - Muay Thai to the Bay Area with his first event on October 19, 2007 at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium. The event is marked as "War of the Contenders" as ranking fights with world-class athletes to be sanctioned by the World Boxing Council - Muay Thai Division (WBC Muay Thai), United States Muaythai Federation (USMF) and World Muaythai Council (WMC). - October 07, 2007 - Fairtex
The Floating World
Featuring New Work by Gina Stepaniuk and Linda Vallejo - September 28, 2007 - Metro Gallery
Human Organism Carved with Bronze by Benjamin Carpenter
Agora Gallery is proud to present Benjamin Carpenter with the opening of Labyrinth of Abstraction. Opening reception, Thursday night October 4, 2007. - September 28, 2007 - Agora Gallery
2007 Long Island Latino International Film Festival at the West Hampton Performing Arts Center
Celebrate the world of Latino Cinema in the Hamptons during Hispanic Heritage month. Mezcla Media Market's 3rd annual will showcase a new assembly of selected Latino Films bringing together motion picture professionals and movie goers to experience films by the next generation of great storytellers. The Long Island Latino International Film Festival will be held at the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center. - August 30, 2007 - Mezcla Media Market
Matthews House Voted “Best Place to Get Married” in Western Wake County
Carroll and Sheila Ogle, owners of The Matthews House, have announced that the Cary events facility has been voted “Best Place To Get Married” in western Wake County in The Cary News’ annual “Best of the West” poll. Published in its Today publication, this poll... - August 20, 2007 - Matthews House
Momento: Featuring New Works by Artists Gronk and Ricardo Garcia
Perhaps in the most unlikely of collaborative efforts, artists Gronk and Ricardo Garcia present their latest work in a two-man exhibition titled, “Momento.” Juxtaposing two distinct styles and approaches to the medium of painting, both artists attempt to express an honest communication... - August 18, 2007 - Metro Gallery
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
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
The Playhouse Gives Back with a Free Shakespeare Production on the Green Next to the Playhouse
Shakespeare's "As You Like It" will be shown for free on Saturday, August 11th at 2pm on the field next to the Playhouse. It’s a show that is filled with interesting sets and wonderful music. “It’s a great way to kick off our Benziger Family Winery Theater Series as well as a way to give back to the community,” says Allison Stockel, Executive Director of The Ridgefield Playhouse. “We do a lot of community outreach and this is just another way to make the arts accessible to everyone.” - August 03, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Joe Pantoliano Premieres His New Film at The Ridgefield Playhouse
Actor Joe Pantoliano will be on hand to do a Q&A after he premieres his new film "Canvas" at the Ridgefield PLayhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts. Mr. Pantoliano not only stars in the film, but was also the producer of the film. He, along with writer/director Joseph Greco, will stay after the screening to talk to audience goers about the film which deals with mental illness. All proceeds from the film will go towards the not for profit mental health awareness company "No Kidding Me Too!" - July 31, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Agora Gallery to Donate Exhibition Proceeds to UNICEF
Award winning fine artists are set to be featured at Agora Gallery. The entirety of Agora Gallery's proceeds from the sale of artworks will be donated to UNICEF. - July 20, 2007 - Agora Gallery
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
Seven-Time Grammy Winner Toto is Trekking to The Ridgefield Playhouse
Their hits include “Rosanna,” “Hold the Line” and “Africa,” to name a few and now, after nearly 30 years of playing music together and enjoying worldwide success, Toto has once again joined their creative forces and recorded what could be their most personal... - July 06, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Air Supply Brings Their 80's Ballads to The Ridgefield Playhouse
Air Supply’s songs, “Lost in Love,” “All Out of Love,” “The One that You Love,” “Sweet Dreams” and “Making Love Out of Nothing at All” all achieved multi-million plays on the radio. Now Air Supply, with original members Graham... - July 06, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
New Developments Announced at Carolina Crossroads
New Hotel, Restaurants, and Travel Center scheduled to open in 2008 - June 23, 2007 - Carolina Crossroads
Agora Gallery Presents a Collective Exhibition
Power, Spirituality, Love, Loss and Change in a Collective Exhibition at Agora Gallery, Chelsea, New York - June 21, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Country Legends to be in Concert at Carolina Crossroads
"Last of the Breed Tour" Coming to North Carolina - June 15, 2007 - Carolina Crossroads
Sean Ono Lennon Just Added to The Ridgefield Playhouse Line up
Sean Lennon, Just Added to The Ridgefield Playhouse Summer Season. Sean Lennon, appearing at The Ridgefield Playhouse on June 27. - June 12, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Ashland Miller in Concert - Ottawa IL
Ashland Miller will be back in Illinois for the first time with her own band on Saturday, June 9th at Old Town Commons. - June 05, 2007 - Old Town Commons
Pattern Language and Paper Cuts
Featuring New Works by Tm Gratkowski - May 25, 2007 - Metro Gallery
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
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
Agora Gallery Showcases Volcanoes by Maggie C.
Maggie C. tries to connect with the mysterious and violent workings of subterranean volcanoes, using colored schematics that explode and fracture from a central point on the canvas. - May 20, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Call for National and International Entries: Juried Photography Exhibition in Honor of Gordon Parks
Inspired by photographer, journalist, activist, film director, and poet, the late Gordon Parks, Joyce Gordon Gallery announces Glimpses in Time: A Juried Photography Exhibition in Honor of Gordon Parks. Stephen Wirtz, of the Stephen Wirtz Gallery in San Francisco, will jury this exhibit. A solo exhibition at Joyce Gordon Gallery is among the top awards. Proceeds benefit the Seven Tepees Youth Program in San Francisco. http://www.joycegordongallery.com/parks_2.html - May 18, 2007 - Joyce Gordon Gallery
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
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
Maori Artist Sofia Minson Exhibits in Chelsea, New York
Artist Sofia Minson Exhibits in Out From Down Under and Beyond, opening on May 4 at at Agora Gallery, 530 West 25th Street, Chelsea, New York. Gallery hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11am - 6pm. Opening Reception May 10th, 6-8 PM. Please visit http://www.agora-gallery.com/ArtistInvite/Sofia_Minson.aspx for more information. - April 19, 2007 - Agora Gallery
Greens Worldwide Continues Suspension of Schedules
Greens Worldwide Incorporated (Stock symbol GRWW), announced today that the schedules for the U.S. Pro Golf Tour, Tightlies Series, and California Series, wholly-owned subsidiaries of Greens, will remain suspended and will not resume until financing is secured. “We are working around the... - April 14, 2007 - Greens Worldwide Incorporated
Walt Willey, Star Of "All My Children" Brings Stand-Up Comedy Act to Ottawa, IL to Benefit Easter Seals
Ottawa native Walt Willey, star of "All My Children", will return to the area to perform his stand-up comedy show Saturday and Sunday, April 21 and 22 at Old Town Commons in Ottawa. A Sunday matinee meet and greet fundraiser for Easter Seals is also slated for the weekend. Willey has... - April 13, 2007 - Old Town Commons