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BOSTON POPS AT HOME Announces Week 6 Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2020


Boston Pops At Home has announced their upcoming schedule.

Goldenstein Gallery Celebrates Slow Art Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2020


This year Goldenstein Gallery is participating in Slow Art Day. An international movement that encourages people to deeply look at one or a few pieces of art rather than what we often see at a museum or gallery, people trying to see as much as they can take in.

Caroline Horton's ALL OF ME Returns For UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2020


This Spring, Caroline Horton is set to tour the UK with her latest critically acclaimed solo show following a multi-award winning Edinburgh run in 2019.

Goldenstein Gallery Will Present Their 1st Friday Finale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2020


Over the past 19 years Goldenstein Gallery has hosted over 200 1st Friday receptions that have been considered a 'must do stop' during the 1st Friday Gallery Tour. Known for their talented artists, dynamic art staff and exceptional exhibits curated by Linda Goldenstein, the Gallery is excited to host its final 1st Friday reception with a host of Gallery Artists. This Friday, February 7, from 5-8pm, Goldenstein Gallery is hosting their 1st Friday Finale.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC Will Air on ABC Dec. 15
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Dec 13, 2019


Families can continue their favorite holiday tradition of viewing the Rodgers & Hammerstein cinematic treasure, “The Sound of Music,” this year by tuning in to ABC on Sunday, December 15, 2019 at 7:00 P.M. ET/6:00 P.M. Central. Celebrate the Oscar®-winning classic by singing along to popular favorites such as “Edelweiss,” ”My Favorite Things,” “Climb Every Mountain,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going On Seventeen,” “The Lonely Goatherd” and of course, “The Sound of Music.”

ABC to Air THE SOUND OF MUSIC on December 15
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 26, 2019


Rodgers & Hammerstein's cinematic treasure a?oeThe Sound of Musica?? airs Sunday, December 15 (7:00-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. Celebrate the Oscar-winning classic with popular favorites a?oeEdelweiss,a?? a??My Favorite Things,a?? a?oeClimb Every Mountain,a?? a?oeDo-Re-Mi,a?? a?oeSixteen Going on Seventeen,a?? a?oeThe Lonely Goatherda?? and a?oeThe Sound of Music.a?? 

Royal Opera House Will Present THE LOST THING
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2019


According to OperaWire, The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden will present a?oeThe Lost Thinga?? this December at the Linbury Theatre in London.

Goldenstein Gallery Celebrates Their 16th Annual Cowboys And Indians Show
by Julie Musbach - Oct 3, 2019


Friday, Oct. 4, Goldenstein Gallery kicks off the most anticipated exhibition of the season the 16th annual Cowboys and Indians Show.

TRYING IT ON Will Embark on Autumn Tour
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2019


Prolific playwright David Edgar is directed in his professional performance debut by triple Fringe First Award-winner Christopher Haydon in a solo show considering the legacy of the events of 1968. In 1968, playwright David Edgar was 20 years old. It was also the year of some of the most important and formative events in modern history, including the Paris student revolt, the assassination of Martin Luther King, Enoch Powell's a?oerivers of blooda?? speech, and the ongoing war in Vietnam. Trying It On is a new play written and performed by David Edgar, which reflects on the legacy of this momentous year, drawing on first-person interviews with some of the leading political figures of the time, as well as contemporary activists. The performance also marks David's first professional stage performance in this autobiographical one-man play.

Candoco Dance Company Collaborates With Alt-J Lead Vocalist Joe Newman For UK Tour of HOT MESS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2019


This autumn, Candoco Dance Company is to collaborate with internationally renowned choreographer and designer Theo Clinkard and Joe Newman of Mercury Prize winning band alt-J. An unpredictable and anarchic performance set to a pounding, eclectic score, Hot Mess is danced amidst a striking design, as art installation meets dance piece. The explosive new work, by the company that continues to expand perceptions of what dance can be, will mark the first time Newman has written music for the stage.

TRYING IT ON Comes to Traverse 1
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2019


Prolific playwright David Edgar is directed in his professional performance debut by triple Fringe First Award-winner Christopher Haydon in a solo show considering the legacy of the events of 1968. In 1968, playwright David Edgar was 20 years old. It was also the year of some of the most important and formative events in modern history, including the Paris student revolt, the assassination of Martin Luther King, Enoch Powell's "rivers of blood" speech, and the ongoing war in Vietnam. Trying It On is a new play written and performed by David Edgar, which reflects on the legacy of this momentous year, drawing on first-person interviews with some of the leading political figures of the time, as well as contemporary activists. The performance also marks David's first professional stage performance in this autobiographical one-man play.

Chris Thorpe Brings STATUS Across the UK
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2019


When Chris Thorpe performed his one-man show Status at the 2018 Edinburgh Fringe, he claimed, provocatively, it wasn't about Brexit. Now, as the withdrawal date fluctuates, the Fringe First-winning, globe-spanning show about how we acquire our national identity, and what happens when we try to escape it, confronts head on the guilt, alienation and identity crisis experienced in response to the biggest political upheaval of the Century.

Joan Clevillé & Jo Fong Commissioned By Rural Touring Dance Initiative
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2019


The Rural Touring Dance Initiative (RTDI) has commissioned two leading dance artists to create brand new shows especially for the rural touring circuit. The innovative partnership founded to increase touring by dance companies to rural areas has provided funding to create two new works designed especially to be performed in village halls.

Royal Opera House Announces 17 New Productions For Its 2019/20 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2019


The Royal Opera House today launches its 2019/20 Season, unveiling an exciting range of new commissions, world premieres and much-loved revivals, supported by a diverse range of ticketed and free daytime events, activities and festivals for people of all ages.

Local Dancer Returns Home To Perform At Stantonbury Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2019


An inspiring story reaches its climax this month when local dancer Henry Ward returns to his home county as part of the Northern School of Contemporary Dance post-graduate company, which brings the show VERVE to Stantonbury Theatre on Friday 8 March.

Chris Thorpe's Status To Tour The UK
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2019


When Chris Thorpe performed his one-man show Status at the 2018 Edinburgh Fringe, he claimed, provocatively, it wasn't about Brexit. Now, as the withdrawal date draws ever nearer, the Fringe First-winning, globe-spanning show about how we acquire our national identity, and what happens when we try to escape it, confronts head on the guilt, alienation and identity crisis experienced in response to the biggest political upheaval of the Century.

Sedona's Goldenstein Gallery Celebrates John Waddell
by Stephi Wild - Feb 1, 2019


Renowned Sculptor John Waddell's pieces hold a profound presence. His internationally acclaimed bronze nudes have had a dramatic impact on communities, opening their hearts and minds. His body of work reflects a life spent masterfully depicting the essence of humanity, with grace. Goldenstein Gallery in Sedona, AZ will be celebrating John Waddell's 98th birthday on Friday on February 1st, from 5-7pm during the opening reception for their February exhibition Body Language.

Contender Charlie and China Plate Present ROMEO AND JULIET - MAD BLOOD STIRRING
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2019


Independent theatre producers China Plate and foremost theatre education company Contender Charlie will be touring theatres with a new adaptation of Romeo and Juliet for upper KS2 and lower KS3 pupils, their teachers and their families. Narrated by the Friar speaking in modern English, Romeo and Juliet - Mad Blood Stirring will include striking visual effects and live music.

Candoco Will Be First Contemporary Dance Company To Appear On Strictly Come Dancing
by Stephi Wild - Nov 19, 2018


Following Strictly Come Dancing's introduction of Contemporary to the 2018 series (within the new dance category "Couple's Choice"), Candoco will be performing with thirteen of the programme's professional dancers to open Sunday 25th November's results show. With choreography from former judge Arlene Phillips, who has previously collaborated with Candoco on outdoor dance performance You and I Know, the performance marks the first time a contemporary dance company has appeared as a guest company. Blending Candoco's contemporary dance style with the vast array of ballroom and Latin styles, the piece will be performed to David Bowie's classic, Life on Mars.

Celebrate David DeVary's 75th Birthday At Goldenstein's 15th Annual COWBOY AND INDIANS SHOW
by Julie Musbach - Oct 2, 2018


On Friday, October 5th, Goldenstein Gallery kicks off its most anticipated exhibition of the season the 15th Annual Cowboys and Indians Show! Encapsulating the pioneering spirit of the quintessential Indian and Western cultures, collectors are enthralled by the work of these artists that are deeply rooted in tradition yet flourishing with new styles that portray the imaginations of today. This unparalleled celebration of the art of the iconic American West has inspired people from across the globe.

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