Albert T. Viola News

GRAMMY® Award-nominated composer David T. Little will unveil his latest work for the stage, an opera for tenor and chamber orchestra in three parts based on Garth Greenwell’s critically acclaimed debut novel, What Belongs to You. 

In 1973 George Lucas wrote a story titled “The Adventures of Indiana Smith”, inspired by the adventure films of the 1930s and 1940s. While on holiday with Steven Spielberg, Lucas pitched his story, and convinced him to direct a trilogy of films. Spielberg suggested that the surname was changed to Jones and the rest is history. Simply known as Raiders of the Lost Ark when it was originally released, the film features an incredible score by the great John Williams.

The New Jersey Symphony has revealed the composers for the 10th Edward T. Cone Composition Institute. Learn more about them!

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On Friday, June 28, at 8 PM, Flushing Town Hall will present The Queens Jazz Orchestra - A Concert for 'Tootie' Heath to remember and honor the late NEA Jazz Master Albert 'Tootie' Heath, who passed away last month on April 3, just shy of 90 years-old.

Gregg T. Daniel will direct The Piano Lesson, which will open at A Noise Within in October. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Eloise Viola has released her brand new single ‘Glasshouse’. It is the title track of her forthcoming debut album, out this Friday (May 10th). ‘Glasshouse’ is a glorious disco track with staccato strings and infectious hooks which brings to mind the likes of Lizzo and Dua Lipa whilst being identifiably Eloise Viola. Listen to the track now!

Grammy-nominated artist T. Graham Brown was inducted as the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry on Friday, May 3rd, by Opry member Vince Gill. They were joined onstage by Opry members John Conlee, The Isaacs, Don Schlitz, Jeannie Seely, and Mark Wills, who all wanted to participate in the induction and welcomed Brown to the family.

Heavy titans and cultural phenomenon SLIPKNOT are pleased to announce the North American portion of their Here Comes The Pain Tour. This year the nine are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their seminal debut album, Slipknot, which catapulted the band back in 1999. Stops on the Here Comes The Pain Tour includes York City’s Madison Square Garden, Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome, Austin’s Moody Center, and more. See the full lineup here!

Internationally renowned award-winning actor, producer and comedian Chris Tucker has announced a one-off London date on Sunday 2nd June at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall. This is his first UK date since 2018 when he sold out his entire tour.

While the violin is undoubtedly more commonly known among most circles, there is something uniquely special about the viola, as well as the musicians that choose it as their main instrument. With its deep and mellow sound, the viola is capable of conveying darker and more expressive tones that remain out of reach to the violin, something Taiwanese violist Yu-Ting Hsu knows all about.

SH!T-FACED SHAKESPEARE is set to revive its inaugural production of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM this summer at Leicester Square Theatre, followed by a UK tour.

Academy Award® winner Geena Davis will receive this year’s Viola Davis Trailblazer Award for her work in entertainment and her commitment to advocating for underrepresented communities. Davis will be presented with this special honor at the Big Screen Achievement Awards ceremony taking place on the evening of Thursday, April 11, at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.

Arizona Theatre Company is welcoming Charlene T. Vasquez as its new Chief of Staff. Learn more about Vasquez and the company.

Produced by BJ Burton (Bon Iver), the title Unprecedented Sh!t not only reflects the significant departure in sound presented by Ani's latest 11-track album, but also serves as a poignant political and social commentary on the contemporary global landscape. DiFranco is currently starring as ‘Persephone' in the Tony-winning Best Musical, Hadestown.

On June, 7th, T: An MBTA Musical returns to The Rockwell (255 Elm Street, Somerville) for the fourth consecutive year. Tthe show will perform for three weeks, closing on June 23rd.  

Get ready for Ninetoes' first release of the year, a collaboration with Mousse T. and TTeo, titled HOLDIN' ON TO YOUR LOVE. This single, part of Ninetoes' elite series, features a unique blend of musical influences and promises to be a hit on dance floors this summer.

Legendary musician Van Morrison is set to perform at the iconic Royal Albert Hall on June 3rd, 2024. Don't miss this chance to see the acclaimed artist live in concert. This show promises to be an unforgettable evening of soulful melodies and timeless classics from Morrison's illustrious career which spans over many decades.

With a live rendition of the Oscar-winning score by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra and the Philharmonia Chorus, the latest in the Royal Albert Hall’s “films in concert” series brings the The Lord of the Rings epic fantasy saga to a majestic conclusion.

The visual for the soaring anthem was animated by T-Pain after he taught himself Blender 3D animation software. The visual effects seen in the video are taken from his own recurring dreams, which inspired the challenge to teach himself 3D animation. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!