Brian Ash News

ROCK OF AGES at the Bank of America Theatre opened last night to an enthusiastic, packed house.

After four seasons in Atlanta, Pinch 'n' Ouch Theatre, sets a new box office high with the world premiere of Wall Street Wedding written by and starring Atlanta's own Grant McGowen.

It seems that since the dawn of the new millennium, there has been an incredible surge in the appearance of new 'jukebox musicals.' This genre is comprised of shows made up of previously recorded and released songs, usually by a single band or artist, or connected to a specific theme. While there were a few of these in the late 1900's, the genre took off once the clock turned to 2000. Now, theaters are filled with them, showcasing the music of anyone from Billy Joel to Queen to Janis Joplin and Bob Dylan. After seeing the touring production of the jukebox musical Rock of Ages at Providence Performing Arts Center, it's hard to imagine that anything in the genre is as exciting, fun and perfectly pieced together as this spectacular musical combination of the glam-band hits of the late 1980s.

In Grant McGowen's new comedy Wall Street Wedding, brokers Tom and Phil discover they have a lot more to lose than leverage after the stock market crash of 2008. Directed by Robby Glade, performances begin 2/6 with Grant McGowen, Alex Van, Christie Vozniak, Bryn Striepe, and Jackie Costello. Directed by Hillary Heath, performances begin 2/24 with Sadye Claxton, Andy Fleming, Alana Cheshire, Brian Ashton Smith, and Rachel Shuey.

Opera San Jose will celebrate classical stars in classical voice at the Seventh-Annual Irene Dalis Vocal Competition on May 4 at 8pm at the California Theatre, 345 South First Street in downtown San Jose.

Bust out your best polyester pants suit, because BLACK DYNAMITE is about to explode on the scene in 1970s Los Angeles. BLACK DYNAMITE, the new 30-minute animated series, will premiere tonight, July 15th, 2012 at 11:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on Adult Swim. Check out the trailer below!

Bust out your best polyester pants suit, because BLACK DYNAMITE is about to explode on the scene in 1970s Los Angeles. BLACK DYNAMITE, the new 30-minute animated series, will premiere on Sunday, July 15th, 2012 at 11:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on Adult Swim. Check out the trailer below!

Adult Swim, basic cable's #1 network with young adults for seven consecutive years, sets out to 'control' the night by announcing a slate of new and returning programming at its annual Upfront presentation in New York City.

In honor of Presidents' week, The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd St.), Times Square's landmark concert venue, presents CAPITOL STEPS, back by popular demand, on Friday, February 25th at 8PM.

Back by popular demand, The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd St.), Times Square's landmark concert venue, presents CAPITOL STEPS, back by popular demand, on Friday, February 25th at 8PM.

In honor of Presidents' week, The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd St.), Times Square's landmark concert venue, presents CAPITOL STEPS, back by popular demand, on Friday, February 25th at 8PM.

Back by popular demand, The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd St.), Times Square's landmark concert venue, presents CAPITOL STEPS, back by popular demand, on Friday, February 25th at 8PM.

The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd St.), Times Square's landmark concert venue, is pleased to launch their 2010 season with CAPITOL STEPS on Friday, February 19th at 8PM.

The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd St.), Times Square's landmark concert venue, is pleased to launch their 2010 season with CAPITOL STEPS on Friday, February 19th at 8PM.

The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd St.), Times Square's landmark concert venue, is pleased to launch their 2010 season with CAPITOL STEPS on Friday, February 19th at 8PM.

The Town Hall (123 W. 43rd St.), Times Square's landmark concert venue, is pleased to launch their 2010 season with CAPITOL STEPS on Friday, February 19th at 8PM.