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On Monday, September 20th at 8:00pm, the Bleecker Street Theater Company will present a reading of Charles Messina's astoundingly hilarious new Broadway-bound comedy, 'A ROOM OF MY OWN' as part of that theater's Play Development Series.

We have all heard the saying 'laughter is the best medicine' and there is a valid reason behind that statement - laughing is good for you! Laughter not only makes the journey through life endurable and enjoyable, it also helps keep us healthy.

As we pass the middle of August, the California Central Coast live performance venues and theatres keep up a HOT summertime pace - even as the temperatures remain pleasantly moderate!

As we come to the second week of August (is it just me - or is this summer FLYING by?!), the live theatre and performance venues here on the beautiful California Central Coast continue to offer a wide variety of quality entertainment options!

Marion J. Caffey's 3 Mo' Divas will be live again at the Apollo Theater but this time, in the Up Close & Personal setting of the Apollo Theater's 3rd floor Sound Stage. This wonderfully intimate performance space (150 seats) will have you face to face with three of the most powerful and versatile voices on the planet. Singing music from their PBS TV Special and from their NAACP Image Award Nominated CD...and Mo'. This is the Divas 3rd time playing the Apollo, but their first time in this intimate setting. New York audiences will feel like the Divas are in their own living room.

The BLACKFRIARS THEATRE has announced their summer 2010 schedule. The theater is located at 795 East Main Street Rochester, New York 14605. More more information call 585.454.1260.

Saxophonist, flautist, composer, and vocalist James Moody has long been considered one of the world's finest jazz musicians. Though originally booked to play this week, Moody has been advised by his doctors to stay at home and rest while he continues to recuperate from gallbladder surgery. This week's performance will instead be a tribute to Moody, and fittingly, some of today's top saxophonists have rallied together to show their appreciation for his life's work and support for a speedy recovery. In the 'Saxophone Summit: Salute To James Moody,' pianist David Hazeltine, bassist Todd Coolman and drummer Adam Nussbaum will be joined by saxophonists Eric Alexander and Antonio Hart each night. Special guest saxophonists will be joining the band throughout the week, including Chris Potter (Aug. 24), Jimmy Heath (Aug. 26), Lew Tabackin (Aug. 27), Ada Rovatti Brecker (Aug. 28) and Joe Lovano (Aug. 29), among others. Moody has always been a part of the Blue Note family, and along with the incredible artists coming out to support him this week, we wish him a speedy recovery and good health in the future.

The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF), a highly touted organization which provides financial grants and support services to deserving college students, will host the 5th Anniversary JAZZ on the Grass benefit concert (JAZZ) on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 2 p.m. in Sherman Oaks, California at the estate of Lynne and Oz Scott, renowned director and producer.

We have all heard the saying 'laughter is the best medicine' and there is a valid reason behind that statement - laughing is good for you! Laughter not only makes the journey through life endurable and enjoyable, it also helps keep us healthy.

As we start our way into August, the California Central Coast live performance and theatre options just keep getting better and better, although time is short in some cases - so make your reservations before it's too late!

The BLACKFRIARS THEATRE has announced their summer 2010 schedule. The theater is located at 795 East Main Street Rochester, New York 14605. More more information call 585.454.1260.

Four years ago there was no place to see live club comedy in Gwinnett. Aurora Theatre was a pioneer in blazing the trail for comedy with our booming series Funny Fridays. Today, it might be a little easier to see stand-up in Gwinnett, but if you want the top comedians in the best atmosphere, Aurora Theatre continues to stay ahead of the curve.

Executive Director Jim Gardia and Artistic Director Brooke Knight are proud to announce that Broadway By the Bay -the Peninsula's premier musical theatre company - will make their new home at the historic Fox Theatre in Redwood City beginning with their 2011 season.

We have all heard the saying 'laughter is the best medicine' and there is a valid reason behind that statement - laughing is good for you! Laughter not only makes the journey through life endurable and enjoyable, it also helps keep us healthy.

Producer Daryl Roth today announced that she will present Through the Night, the acclaimed solo show written and performed by Daniel Beaty, in an extended run Off Broadway, beginning performances September 10 at The Union Square Theatre.

The BLACKFRIARS THEATRE has announced their summer 2010 schedule. The theater is located at 795 East Main Street Rochester, New York 14605. More more information call 585.454.1260.

'Konbit Pou Ayiti: Harlem Stage Unites for Haiti' is a free outdoor community event presented by Harlem Stage to celebrate Haitian culture through pan-Caribbean performances in music, dance, and spoken word.

Four years ago there was no place to see live club comedy in Gwinnett. Aurora Theatre was a pioneer in blazing the trail for comedy with our booming series Funny Fridays. Today, it might be a little easier to see stand-up in Gwinnett, but if you want the top comedians in the best atmosphere, Aurora Theatre continues to stay ahead of the curve.

Producer Orin Wolf and Off the Aisle Productions have announced that It Must Be Him, a new comedy by Kenny Solms, co-creator and writer of the legendary, Emmy Award-winning 'Carol Burnett Show,' will premiere this summer at the Peter J. Sharp Theatre (416 West 42nd Street). Directed by Daniel Kutner, It Must Be Him will begin performances on Tuesday, August 24, and officially open on Wednesday, September 1. The limited engagement ends Sunday, September 26.

The Anchorage Concert Association has announced its 2010-2011 season. Events include stops by the national tours of MAMMA MIA! and AVENUE Q, as well as performances by various artists including Bill Cosby, Suzanne Vega, the Blue Man Group, and and Branford Marsalis and Terence Blanchard.