 IDOL WATCH: Vegas Week
February 28, 2013
Tonight it was the guys turn to fight for their spot in the top 20.
 FRIGID New York Presents LOVE IN THE TIME OF TIME MACHINES; Three Performances Left!
February 25, 2013
Only three more chances to see this amazing play that critics are calling clever and delightful (NYTheater.com) and audiences are calling their favourite play of the festival (frigidnewyork.info)!
 Brian May and Kerry Ellis Perform Free Gig at St Pancras International
February 25, 2013
Rock music icon Brian May and West End Sensation Kerry Ellis are set to kick off Tiger Tracks in spectacular fashion on Friday 1 March.
 Charlotte Improv Group The Chuckleheads to Return to North Carolina Music Factory Today
February 24, 2013
The Charlotte improvisational theatre group, the Chuckleheads, return to the Comedy Zone Charlotte at the North Carolina Music Factory with their Family Friendly Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza, 900 NC Music Factory Blvd, Charlotte, today, February 24 at 4pm.
 Imani Uzuri & Joseph C. Phillips, Jr. with Numinous Premiere New Compositions at Kaufman Music Center's Ecstatic Music Festival
February 23, 2013
The 'stunning' (New York Magazine) vocalist and globally-inspired composer Imani Uzuri teams up with composer and Numinous ensemble founder Joseph C. Phillips, Jr. to perform new works commissioned for this year's Ecstatic Music Festival,presented by Kaufman Music Center at Merkin Concert Hall. Uzuri will premiere an original multi-voice and multi-instrument musical suite, Placeless, performed by Imani Uzuri, Numinous, and featuring very special guests including harpist Brandee A. Younger. The compositions explore the expansive themes of home and place inspired by the Psalms, the writings of Sufi mystic and poet Rumi and the folk hymnody African-American Spirituals.
 IDOL WATCH: Las Vegas Week
February 21, 2013
Tonight 10 guys took the stage for one last time to impress the judges. By the end of the night only 5 guys will move onto next week. They will join the 5 girls that were named last night.
 Arts Alliance Illinois to Host Inaugural Benefit Luncheon
February 21, 2013
Arts Alliance Illinois will host its inaugural benefit luncheon, Voices of a Creative State, Friday, May 17, 2013 at the Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Ave. The luncheon will feature a presentation by world-renowned cellist and Chicago Symphony Orchestra Judson and Joyce Green Creative Consultant Yo-Yo Ma about the powerful role that the arts can and should play in the civic life of Illinois.
 Shelley Morrison and Walter Dominguez Presents New Documentary
February 20, 2013
Shelley Morrison (Rosario on Will and Grace) and husband WalterDominguez have completed a documentary entitled Weaving the Past: Journey of Discovery about Walter's journey to find answers about his grandfather Emilio's (Tata) early life and possible involvement in the
Mexican Revolution. The film is about finding your roots, the border conflict in Mexico and the impact of the Mexican Revolution on the US.
 Broadway Technical Giant Neil Mazzella to Receive 2013 Distinguished Achievement Award from USITT
February 20, 2013
USITT, the professional association for performing arts designers and technicians, annually recognizes individuals whose careers have contributed significantly to their specialty. Mazzella will be honored at USITT's 2013 Annual Conference & Stage Expo March 20?23 in Milwaukee, Wis., an event that draws over 5,000 people from the world of theatrical design and technology. Mazzella, CEO of Hudson Scenic Studio, Hudson Sound & Light, and Hudson Theatrical Associates, has been technical supervisor for over 40 Broadway productions, including All About Me with Michael Feinstein (2010) and The Caine Mutiny Court?Martial with David Schwimmer (2006).
 Oyster Mill Playhouse presents THE SCARLET LETTER,3/8-3/17
February 18, 2013
Oyster Mill Playhouse in Camp Hill is announcing its second production for 2013 season, The Scarlet Letter. It is a drama by Phyllis Nagy, adapted from the novel by Nathaniel Hawthorne, and produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.
 IDOL WATCH:Hollywood Week
February 14, 2013
Tonight on American Idol was the final episode of Hollywood week. The top 40 would be determined by the end of the night. It was once again the girls turn to prove that they deserve the opportunity to move on to the live shows.
 SJCChicago LLC Presents the Return of SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE – THE SONGS OF LEIBER AND STOLLER, 3/7-5/26
February 14, 2013
SJCChicago LLC is proud to present the return of Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre production of Smokey Joe's Caf The Songs of Leiber and Stoller at the Royal George Cabaret Theatre, 1641 N. Halsted Ave. The hit production received rave reviews from Chicago critics when it ran at Chicago's No Exit Caf last fall. The transfer of Smokey Joe's Caf The Songs of Leiber and Stoller features the same award-winning cast directed, once again, by Brenda Didier. This production's musical direction is by Jeremy Ramey and Steve Hiltebrand serves as the associate director and associate producer. Smokey Joe's Caf runs Thursday, March 7 Sunday, May 26.
 IDOL WATCH:Hollywood Week
February 14, 2013
Hollywood week continues and it was the girl's turn on tonight's episode of American Idol. Just as the guys did last week, the ladies sang solely and in groups.Hollywood week continues and it was the girl's turn on tonight's episode of American Idol. Just as the guys did last week, the ladies sang solely and in groups.
 Casting Announced for B Street Theatre's Production of ROBYN IS HAPPY
February 8, 2013
For its most outrageous, brazen between friendship and happiness, the claws come out in comedy of the season, B Street this shocking, riotously funny world premiere comedy. brings together some of Sacramento's most beloved comedic talents.
 IDOL WATCH:Hollywood Week
February 8, 2013
Two contestants who struggled through the group rounds were up next. First was Papa Peachez who sang Lady Gaga's You and I. And then Jimmy Smith sand Landslide by the Dixie Chicks.
 THE SHOW PONIES Debut at The Cutting Room,3/1
February 7, 2013
The Show Ponies is the purebred trio composed of boylesk luminaries Go-Go Harder, Mr. Gorgeous, and Go-Go Gadget!
 IDOL WATCH: Hollywood Week
February 6, 2013
Tonight on American Idol the male finalists showed their stuff to kick off Hollywood week. The ladies will compete next week, meaning guys vs. guys tonight and tomorrow night.
Charlotte Improv Group The Chuckleheads to Return to North Carolina Music Factory, 2/24
February 6, 2013
The Charlotte improvisational theatre group, the Chuckleheads, return to the Comedy Zone Charlotte at the North Carolina Music Factory with their Family Friendly Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza, 900 NC Music Factory Blvd, Charlotte, on Sunday, February 24 at 4pm.
 IDOL WATCH: Oklahoma City Auditions
January 31, 2013
Auditions continued tonight when the judges rolled into Oklahoma City. The city started off on a "good note" with its first contestant.
 Mirage Headliner Terry Fator Welcomes Legendary Actor John Ratzenberger
January 31, 2013
Famed actor John Ratzenberger stopped by Terry Fator: The Voice of Entertainment at The Mirage Hotel & Casino on Monday night. Ratzenberger, best known for his role as Cliff Clavin on "Cheers" and his recurring roles in Pixar films, was there to honor Wounded Warriors and was joined by several military veterans in the crowd.
 IDOL WATCH: San Antonio and Long Beach Auditions
January 30, 2013
American Idol continued holding auditions tonight in San Antonio. From the previews shown last week, it seemed like the next American Idol would come from this city.
 The New Year Brings Esmeralda Enrique Spanish Dance Company to New Heights and New Audience
January 30, 2013
Following on the heels of Esmeralda Enrique Spanish Dance Company's (EESDC) 30th anniversary year where its production Aguas/Waters was named one of the top five dance shows of 2012 by NOW Magazine, the early months of 2013 are full of excitement and possibility for Esmeralda and the company, which brings the finest flamenco and Spanish Classical Dance to Toronto stages.
 TV's 'Theater Talk': Bway Musicals' Jewish Legacy, Actors' Equity Centennial - begins Fri 2/1 in NYC
January 30, 2013
This week's THEATER TALK focuses on both the new PBS documentary Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy and the 100th Anniversary of the Actors' Equity Association. Guests are filmmaker Michael Kantor, producer of the PBS film, followed by Nicholas Wyman, President of Actors' Equity, and Robert Simonson, author of Performance of the Century: 100 Years of Actors' Equity Association and the Rise of Professional American Theater, which chronicles the powerful union's history.
 TRIUMPH OF LOVE Opens at the Stone Cottage Theatre, 2/7-2/23
January 30, 2013
The comedy runs February 7 - February 23, 2013 and will be presented at the Stone Cottage Theatre, 15650 Addison Road, Addison TX, 75001. Tickets and more information can be found at www.MBSProductions.net. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 PM. There will be a Saturday matinee on February 16th at 2PM. Ticket prices $18-$27. On Valentine's Day join us for our annual Chocolate & Roses fundraiser show: All audience members receive a rose, a box of chocolates and a free ticket to an upcoming MBS Productions show.
 TICK,TICK...BOOM Kicks Off Aux Dog Theatre, 2/8-3/3
January 29, 2013
Tick, Tick...Boom! by Pulitzer ,and Tony Award Winner Jonathan Larson directed by Scott Schuster is an autobiographical musical set in New York's SOHO during the year 1990. The show won the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Off-Broadway Musical and received 7 Drama Desk Award nominations, including Outstanding Musical.
 IDOL WATCH: The Baton Rouge Auditions
January 24, 2013
Baton Rouge, LA was the next stop for American Idol auditions on tonight's episode. The people of the bayou showed up in the thousands for their chance to be crowned the next American Idol.
 IDOL WATCH: The Charlotte Auditions
January 23, 2013
Tonight on American Idol, the judges rolled into Charolette, North Carolina in hopes to find the next big talent. The episode kicked off with footage of the long speculated feud between Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj. As everyone knows however, the show must go on and that it did.
 Nick and the Overols' Debut New Studio Album; Out Today
January 22, 2013
Nick and The Ovorols debut studio LP Telegraph Taboo is out today - an album that finds the Chicago-based foursome injecting deep soul, spirited guitar-driven rock and even a bit of psychedelia into their heavy bedrock of electrified blues.
 Chicago Children's Theatre Presents BUD, NOT BUDDY, 1/12-2/24
January 17, 2013
Chicago Children's Theatre (CCT) skips a few grades following its recent smash hit, Harold and the Purple Crayon, with a new production of Bud, Not Buddy, January 12-February 24, 2013 at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N. Dearborn St., Chicago. Press opening is Friday, January 18 at 7 p.m. Single tickets start at $20, and are on sale now. To purchase, visit chicagochildrenstheatre.org or call (872) 222-9555. For group rates, visit GroupTix.net or call (773) 327-3778.
 Youtube Sensation Jerad Finck Kicks Off National Anniversary Tour
January 17, 2013
When you take the sounds of Dave Matthews, combine them with the versatility of Johnny Reznick and add in a bit of Bryan Adams you have one of the country's hottest pop acts, Jerad Finck who will be on tour with dada for their 20th anniversary nationwide beginning on January 23rd at the Key Club in West Hollywood, California and covering 35 cities across the U.S.ending on March 2nd. The coast-to-coast tour is a celebration of his newesWhen you take the sounds of Dave Matthews, combine them with the versatility of Johnny Reznick and add in a bit of Bryan Adams you have one of the country's hottest pop acts, Jerad Finck who will be on tour with dada for their 20th anniversary nationwide beginning on January 23rd at the Key Club in West Hollywood, California and covering 35 cities across the U.S.ending on March 2nd. The coast-to-coast tour is a celebration of his newest single "Beautiful" which he recorded with guitar virtuoso "Johnny A" at Highlands Castle in Lake George, NY.t single "Beautiful" which he recorded with guitar virtuoso "Johnny A" at Highlands Castle in Lake George, NY.
 Sonoma University Presents ISLAND PASSIONS: TWO ONE-ACT OPERAS, 2/7-2/17
January 15, 2013
Sonoma State University Departments of Music and Theatre Arts & Dance presents 'Island Passions: Two One-Act Operas,' a double bill of comedy and tragedy. Joseph Haydn's 'The Deserted Island (L' Isola Disabitata),' features sublime music and arias as it follows the romantic, comic adventures of two sisters abandoned on a Caribbean island. 'Riders to the Sea' features passionate, atmospheric music by Ralph Vaughan Williams evoking a windswept ocean as it tells the tale of two sisters and their mother trying to save the last of six sons from his fate on the sea.
 LOOPED Moves Bushnell Opening to 5/7
January 15, 2013
Four-time Emmy Award Winner & Tony Award Nominee Valerie Harper was hospitalized last week, interrupting rehearsals for the national tour of LOOPED. She is currently being treated in Manhattan and is expected to make a full recovery within weeks.
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