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El Conquistador Opera Premieres at Little Carver Theatre
Mexican-American composer Nathan Felix will present his new opera, titled, El Conquistador, as part of the Carver’s Intimate Series (226 N Hackberry St.) on Saturday, March 2 at 8 pm. El Conquistador, a 75-minute opera, will explore the early life of Cortés, his conquest of Tenochtitlan, and how that has affected modern day Mexico. - January 16, 2024 - Nathan Felix
Mark Kostabi Exhibit Brings a Touch of Italy to the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) welcomes renowned artist Mark Kostabi to the City By the Lake with a new exhibition that celebrates the City of Water. The exhibit, titled City of Enchantment: Mark Kostabi in Venice, will run from Jan. 14 to Feb. 11, 2024, and feature 41 of the celebrated artist’s paintings. A true Renaissance man, Kostabi will also perform a selection of his original piano compositions during a Venetian Masquerade at the MACC on Jan. 20, 2024. - January 11, 2024 - Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
the*gamehers and Thunderpick Unveil a Game-Changing Partnership with Exclusive Women-Led Events & Tournaments
the*gamehers and Thunderpick have formed a strategic partnership, signaling a major shift in the esports and online gaming sector. Their range of activations beginning January aims to expand and influence the female gaming landscape, marking a significant step in promoting inclusivity and diversity in the gaming world. - January 09, 2024 - the*gamehers
Tribeca Spotlight: Celebrating "Broadway and Beyond" with Liz Callaway at Tribeca PAC
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, presents Liz Callaway: Broadway and Beyond on Saturday, February 24 at 7:30PM. - December 16, 2023 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
The Magic School Bus: Lost In The Solar System at Tribeca PAC
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, presents The Magic School Bus: Lost In The Solar System on Sunday, February 11 at 11:00AM. - December 16, 2023 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Hancock Partners Awarded a New York State Council on the Arts Support for Artists Grant for 2024
Supporting Local Artist Laura McManus’s Project "Four Seasons Along the Delaware" - December 16, 2023 - Hancock Partners, Inc.
Mental Health Clinician Writes Book Targeting Stigmas and Taboos in the Black Community
Mental Health Clinician Marisha Mathis releases a guide to creating safe spaces for growth and awareness in the Black community. - December 08, 2023 - Marisha Mathis
STS Foundation Invites Local Families to Open Hearts and Homes to International Exchange Students for Transformative Cultural Experiences
STS Foundation, a non-profit with nearly four decades of experience in cultural exchanges, is seeking compassionate families to host international exchange students for 3-10 months. As a trailblazer since 1986, STS Foundation emphasizes a personal approach, fostering mutual respect and personal growth. Host families play a crucial role in breaking down cultural barriers. STS Foundation invites families to join a global community dedicated to enriching lives. - November 30, 2023 - STS Foundation
SHADOWLAND STAGES Presents "Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley" – a Holiday Classic
SHADOWLAND STAGES, a Hudson Valley-based theatre company celebrating its 38th season, invites audiences to indulge in the holiday spirit with the hit comedy "Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley," by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon. The family-friendly romance will run from December 1 to December 17. - November 27, 2023 - Shadowland Stages
Julieta Eugenio Trio Joins Tribeca PAC for 40th Anniversary Season
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, presents the 2022 DCJazzPrix International Band Competition 1st Place Winner Julieta Eugenic Trio on Friday, December 15 at 7:30PM. Tickets are $40 for General Admission. Julieta Eugenio is an... - November 10, 2023 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Conversations in Color a Black-Led Nonprofit Fostering a Sense of Community
Healing conversations and community engagement can foster thriving, connected and vibrant Black communities that have long been impacted by systemic disparities. The sense of strong social ties and a feeling of belonging can greatly impact the emotional wellness of residents in Black neighborhoods. - November 03, 2023 - Conversations in Color
Trail of Lights at EmilyAnn Theatre and Gardens: Festive Family Favorite Returns for 25th Year
The EmilyAnn Trail of Lights in Wimberley, TX features over 100 light displays across 8 acres of gentle, walkable trails. Along with the lights, the trail features live entertainment, concessions, warm Yule Log, visits with Santa, a train for small children, and lots of fun holiday memories to be made. - November 01, 2023 - EmilyAnn Theatre and Gardens
Announcing the Official Selections for the Videos for Change 2023 Global Festival
Videos for Change – it's where storytelling and social action intersect. - October 30, 2023 - Videos for Change
AAHGS Holds National Genealogy Conference, Oct. 18-21, 2023
The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) held its Annual Genealogy Conference on October 18 – 21, 2023. This year’s conference was held virtually and was entitled, “Hiding in Plain Sight: Recovering the erased stories of our ancestors in the United States and... - October 28, 2023 - AAHGS
AAHGS Announces Their 2023 Book Award Winners
On October 19, 2023 the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) announced their 2023 International Book Award Winners. AAHGS held its Virtual Awards Ceremony during the AAHGS Annual Conference which took place on October 18 – 21, 2023. During that ceremony, the 2023... - October 28, 2023 - AAHGS
First Annual Weaver Performing Arts Gala: Winter Wonderland in the Sand
Come Enjoy a Night to Remember at the Weaver Performing Arts Boosters Fundraiser on December 9, 2023 - October 27, 2023 - WPA Boosters
AAHGS Announces Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. as 2023 James Dent Walker Awardee
The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) is excited to announce their 2023 National Awardee of the James Dent Walker Award, Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. - October 25, 2023 - AAHGS
Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) Announces Their 2023 National Awardees
The Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) is excited to announce their 2023 National Awardees. - October 25, 2023 - AAHGS
the*gamehers Appoints Nicole LaPointe Jameson and Sig Mosley to Board Amid Growth Surge
In a strategic move to enhance its global position, the*gamehers, a prominent platform dedicated to uplifting women in the gaming sector, has added two industry heavyweights to its Board of Directors: Nicole LaPointe Jameson, formerly at the helm of Evil Geniuses, and tech-investment magnate, Sig... - October 19, 2023 - the*gamehers
Announcing the*gamehers Awards 2024: Celebrating Women in Gaming
In a significant move to champion female representation in gaming, the*gamehers Awards 2024 will occur on March 1 in Atlanta, GA. Dedicated to recognizing the outstanding talent and contributions of women—from gamers to industry leaders—the event underscores the value of gender equality in digital gaming. Rebecca Dixon, CEO of the*gamehers, emphasized it as a testament to women being game-changers. Key supporters include PrizePicks, Skillshot Media, and iFOLIO. - October 04, 2023 - the*gamehers
New Beginnings for Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra
The Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra, a newly formed ensemble, has announced its first concert of its inaugural season, at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts on October 22, 2023. - September 26, 2023 - Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra
Immersive Opera, The Paños Prophecy, to Premiere at NHCC
Explore music and performance art in various areas of the National Hispanic Cultural Center (NHCC) on Saturday, October 28 from 1pm to 4pm. The brainchild of composer Nathan Felix, this exploratory, immersive production titled, Prophets, Pyramids & Paños, showcases an array of local... - September 18, 2023 - Nathan Felix
The AngelWing Project Presents August Wilson’s “Seven Guitars" at the Chesapeake Arts Center
Seven Guitars is a 1995 play by American playwright August Wilson. It focuses on seven African-American characters in the year 1948 and is part of what is known as the Century Cycle. - September 15, 2023 - The AngelWing Project, Inc.
The Passion of Tango Returns to Tribeca
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, presents Tango Legends on Saturday, October 21 at 8:00PM and Sunday, October 22 at 2:00PM. Tickets start at $55 to $90 Reserved Seating. Tribeca Performing Arts Center is pleased to bring back Tango... - September 14, 2023 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Major Pablo Picasso Exhibit Opens in September at the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center in Hendersonville, Tenn.
A collection of highly stylized ceramics, designed by Spanish master Pablo Picasso, the 20th century’s most lauded artist, will be on view at Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center. The exhibition, titled Master in Clay Part II, opens Sept. 17, 2023 and continues through Nov. 12, 2023. - September 12, 2023 - Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center Celebrates 40th Anniversary Season
Tribeca PAC is excited to present it's 40th anniversary season with special musical acts, family shows, and dance events including a return of the renowned Pablo Sosa and Mariela Maldonado of Tango Legends. Tony nominee and Emmy Award-winning actress, singer, and recording artist, Liz Callaway,... - August 31, 2023 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Immersive Opera, Glory Gone, to Premiere at Maxwell Museum
Composer Nathan Felix Presents an Immersive Opera for The Maxwell Museum of Anthropology - August 22, 2023 - Nathan Felix
Immersive Opera, The Cadence of Life, to Premiere at Anderson Galleries
Composer Nathan Felix Presents an Immersive Opera with the Drake University Opera Program - August 21, 2023 - Nathan Felix
Boleskine House Earns Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice 2023 Award
Tripadvisor, the world's largest travel guidance platform, has awarded Boleskine House a Travelers’ Choice Award for 2023. The award directly represents the high quality of experience that visitors to the historical site have had over the last year. Tripadvisor gives a Travelers’... - August 10, 2023 - The Boleskine House Foundation
Jersey City Arts Council (JCAC) Announces Bryant Small as New Executive Director
The Board of Directors of the Jersey City Arts Council (JCAC) is thrilled to announce Bryant Small as its new Executive Director, effective immediately. - July 27, 2023 - Jersey City Arts Council
Fifth Annual Veterans Art Exhibition Features the Work of Pulitzer Prize-Winning Combat Photojournalist Nick Ut
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center is pleased to announce that the featured artist for its Fifth Annual Veterans Art Exhibition is legendary combat photographer Nick Ut. The exhibition, titled “From Hell to Hollywood: The Photojournalism of Nick Ut,” runs Aug. 5 to Sept. 3 and includes some of Ut’s best-known photos from the Vietnam War along with selections of his work as a photojournalist working in the United States. - July 10, 2023 - Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
Teutonia Männerchor's 2023 Sommerfest and Open House
A German celebration of summer: Teutonia Männerchor will open its doors to the public for 10 days - from 7 to 16 July 2023. - July 07, 2023 - Teutonia Mannerchor
ACREF Introduces Its Newly Elected Officers and 2023 – 2025 Board of Directors
The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Education Fund, Inc. (ACREF) has appointed six individuals to its Board of Directors. Each director will serve a two (2) year term. - July 07, 2023 - The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Education Fund, Inc.
Innovative Educational Opportunity Takes U.S. Students, Grads and Pros to East Africa for Comprehensive Study Tour and "Focus on Africa" Seminar
“Where Do We Go From Here?: Africans and Americans in Tryin’ Times.” The Co-operative University of Kenya (CUK) and The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Educational Fund, Inc. (ACREF) have today announced plans for a comprehensive two-week cross cultural, intergenerational summer study tour hosted on the CUK campus in the upscale Nairobi suburb of Karen. The program runs from August 10 to August 25, 2023. Registration is limited. - June 17, 2023 - The AFRICAN CONNECTIONS Research and Education Fund, Inc.
San Diego Early Music Society Unveils Exciting New Season Lineup
The organization's 41st season of concerts will have three San Diego debuts and four highly awaited returns. - June 17, 2023 - San Diego Early Music Society
Former L.A. Supervisor Sheila Kuehl & Troutman Pepper Law Firm Honored at Inner City Law Center’s 23rd Annual Awards Luncheon
The awards luncheon also featured remarks from Los Angeles Board Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, a special pre-recorded message from Mayor Karen Bass and personal stories from Inner City Law Center clients. - June 16, 2023 - Inner City Law Center
Former L.A. Supervisor Sheila Kuehl and Troutman Pepper Law Firm to be Honored at Inner City Law Center’s 23rd Annual Awards Luncheon
Leaders in the Los Angeles community gather at the Omni Los Angeles Hotel to honor 2023 award recipients Sheila Kuehl and Troutman Pepper law firm. The awards luncheon also features remarks from Los Angeles Board Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, a special pre-recorded message from Mayor Karen Bass and personal stories from Inner City Law Center clients. - June 13, 2023 - Inner City Law Center
Christopher Hibma Appointed as Global Director of Videos for Change
Videos for Change, an initiative of the not-for-profit Human Responsibility Accelerator, is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Hibma, also known as Topher, as the new Global Director. With his extensive background in the arts, culture, and social impact sectors, Hibma will lead... - June 10, 2023 - Videos for Change
Atlanta University Center Consortium (AUCC) Honors Cisco with Corporate Legacy Award
The additional $300K donation will support student scholarships and internships for Atlanta University Center students and opportunities in the Dual Degree Engineering Program. - May 15, 2023 - Atlanta University Center Consortium
Immersive Opera Comes to Columbia Museum of Art
Composer Nathan Felix Presents his Immersive Opera, The Great Hurricane at CMoA. - April 07, 2023 - Nathan Felix
Teutonia Männerchor Easter Open House and Craft Market
Historic German Singing Society opens its doors to the public for the 2nd Annual Easter Open House and Craft Market. - March 24, 2023 - Teutonia Mannerchor
Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School at Tribeca PAC
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, proudly presents Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School on Saturday, March 18 at 11AM. - March 07, 2023 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Danielle Diniz/Signature Steps Take Center Stage Live at Tribeca PAC
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, proudly presents Dannielle Diniz/Signature Steps: Steps Forward on Friday, March 24 at 7:30PM. - March 07, 2023 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
Fayette/Coweta Artists Wanted: Artist Call for 10th Annual Southern Hands Artist Studio Tour (SHAST) in November 2023
Registration for artists to participate in the 10th Annual Southern Hands Artist Studio Tour is now open at SHASTour.com. Each year, on the second weekend in November artists in Fayette and Coweta County open their art studios to the public to share about their process and their latest work. This event is a local favorite, connecting artists to their local communities. - February 17, 2023 - Southern Hands Artist Studio Tour
Classic Albums Live Presents Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon at Tribeca PAC
BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center, the longest operating performance venue in lower Manhattan, proudly presents Classic Albums Live Presents Pink Floyd: The Dark Side of the Moon on Wednesday, March 1 at 8PM. - January 24, 2023 - BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
"When Religious Leaders Become Atheist," Presented by the Centre for Inquiry Canada
Five ex-religious leaders from three different faiths, Muslim, Jewish and Christian, will discuss how they ultimately rejected their beliefs, and became atheists. Moderated by Dan Barker, international speaker and author of "Losing Faith In Faith." - January 23, 2023 - Centre for Inquiry Vancouver
OneEach Technologies Launches In-Kind Donation Solution for Nonprofits to Drive Donor Engagement
OneEach Mindful Giving in-kind product donation solution helps nonprofits generate new donations and engage with more donors by deploying in less than two months. - January 22, 2023 - OneEach Technologies
Not Another Gallery! Hosts "The Brand New New Year Show," a Group Art Exhibition in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Through Feb. 11
From Dec. 31, 2022, to Feb. 11, 2023, Williamsburg gallery Not Another Gallery! is hosting a group show entitled "The Brand New New Year Show." To start the new year on a positive note, artist/gallerist/curator David Craig Ellis set out to assemble a group show comprised of his friends and favorite artists. The show features some of the country's top visual artists, including Rick Prol, Ivy Supersonic, Paul Kostabi, Friday Jones, Anna Gabriel, Karyn Mannix, and Mark Kostabi. - January 19, 2023 - Not Another GALLERY!
2023 Los Angeles Black History Month Festival
The LA Black History Month Festival is proud to announce their 6th Annual Black History Month celebration in the month of February. - January 16, 2023 - LA Black History Month Festival
NYC Mentoring Organization Completes 300th Mural
New York City-based Non-Profit Organization Has Completed Over 300 Murals, Impacted 25,000 Public School Students Since 2014. - January 15, 2023 - Thrive Collective