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Flushing Town Hall Presents 'Songs for Barry Harris' Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 2, 2022


On Friday, December 2 at 8:00 PM, Flushing Town Hall will pay tribute to one of the greatest NEA Jazz Masters with Songs for Barry Harris, featuring NEA Jazz Master Sheila Jordan, bassist Harvie S, and jazz guitarist Roni Ben-Hur. The trio will perform jazz standards and tunes Barry Harris played throughout his phenomenal career and share unique stories and memories about the outstanding jazz luminary for the anniversary of his passing. 

Photos: First Look at Leslie Odom Jr. on ABBOTT ELEMENTARY
by Michael Major - Oct 28, 2022


In the episode, the teachers are appalled after seeing a commercial in support of charter schools criticizing Abbott Elementary. When students begin to transfer schools, they invite the leader of the charter school organization (Leslie Odom Jr.) to Abbott and ask him to take down the ad. Check out photos of Odom Jr. in the episode now!

HBO Max Orders HARLEY QUINN: A VERY PROBLEMATIC VALENTINE'S DAY SPECIAL
by Michael Major - Oct 7, 2022


HARLEY QUINN: A VERY PROBLEMATIC VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL stars Kaley Cuoco, Lake Bell, Alan Tudyk, Matt Oberg, James Wolk , Natalie Morales, Chris Diamantopoulos, James Adomian, Jim Rash, Vanessa Marshall , Janet Varney, Rachel Dratch, Leila Birch, Tyler James Williams, Josh Helman, Casey Wilson, Michael Ironside, and others.

FLY THE FLAG Annual Celebration of the Universal Declaration Of Human Rights Returns This Year
by Stephi Wild - Oct 3, 2022


Fly The Flag launched in 2018 on the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), with artist and activist Ai Weiwei commissioned to design a flag as a symbol for Human Rights. 

Sheryl Lee Ralph, Amanda Seyfried & More Win 2022 Emmy Awards - See the Full List of Winners!
by Michael Major - Sep 12, 2022


Kenan Thompson hosted the 2022 Primetime Emmy Awards on September 12 on NBC. Notable winners included Sheryl Lee Ralph, Jean Smart, Zendaya, Amanda Seyfried, Murray Bartlett, The White Lotus, Succession, and more. Check out the complete list of winners below!

Edinburgh 2022: Review: THE VAMPYRE, The Space
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Aug 22, 2022


It is 1871 and the seductive Vampyre Carmilla has chosen her next victim, the gentle and innocent Laura. Can the love of the young doctor and her father be enough to save Laura from Carmilla's clutches? And will anyone listen to the fears and predictions of villager Susan when she encounters her in the marketplace, for this is not the first time Carmilla has walked this earth?

Gretna Theatre & Artists Lounge Live Present ELVIS MY WAY
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 9, 2022


The electrifying Brandon Bennett (Million Dollar Quartet) does the impossible, delivering a spine-tingling Elvis tribute that is fresh, powerful, and right on time.

HBO Max And Hulu To Share Co-Exclusive Streaming Rights To Complete Seasons Of Hit Comedy ABBOTT ELEMENTARY
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 28, 2022


HBO Max and Hulu will share the co-exclusive streaming rights to complete seasons of the Emmy Award–nominated comedy series ABBOTT ELEMENTARY. Created by and starring Quinta Brunson from Warner Bros.

Andrew Garfield, Jodie Comer, Steve Martin & More Earn 2022 Emmy Nominations - See the Full List!
by Michael Major - Jul 12, 2022


Check out the complete list of Emmy nominations, which include Andrew Garfield, Steve Martin, Jodie Comer, Tony Awards Presents: Broadways Back!, Annie LIVE!, Jane Lynch, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Nathan Lane, Rachel Brosnahan, Tony Shalom, Mare Winningham, Laurie Metcalf, Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett, and more!

Photos: KING JAMES Celebrates Opening Night at Center Theatre Group
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2022


The World premiere production of Rajiv Joseph's new work 'King James,' celebrated its opening night at Center Theatre Group / Mark Taper Forum this week. Go inside opening night!

New York Jazz Master With New Hampshire Roots Comes Home
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2022


He was born and raised in Hudson, New Hampshire. He moved to New York to attend NYU and fine-tune his jazz skills. Now an acclaimed jazz musician, Alex Minasian returns to his home state this Friday, March 11, to perform at Jaffrey's The Park Theatre with his star-filled quartet.

New York's Alex Minasian Quartet To Play Park Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2022


A new jazz master is coming to the Monadnock Region to perform his special musical magic. With two degrees from NYU, Alex Minasian has, at a remarkably young age, established himself as a versatile pianist, educator, and impresario in many different musical genres.

OPERA America Announces Third Cycle of IDEA Opera Grants
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2022


OPERA America has announced the third cycle of IDEA Opera Grants (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access), an initiative that supports teams of composers and librettists who identify as African, Latinx, Asian, Arab, and/or Native American in the development of new operatic works and the advancement of their careers in the opera industry.

DICK WHITTINGTON AND HIS CAT Will Be Performed at Watford Palace Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2021


The most magical pantomime adventure is back! Join Dick Whittington and His Cat as they follow their dreams on an unforgettable journey to London and beyond.

BWW Feature: BRIGHT STAR: CONCERT VERSION at The Firehouse Theatre
by Lorens Portalatin - Aug 16, 2021


After a highly successful performance run in 2019, Bright Star returns to The Firehouse Theatre this September as a concert production! Bright Star features over 20 beautiful songs and tells a beguiling tale that unfolds in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina between 1923 and 1945. Billy Cane, a young soldier just home from World War II, meets Alice Murphy, the brilliant editor of a southern literary journal.

The Secret Garden Experience Extends Into The Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2021


Following the storyline of Frances Hodgson Burnett's The Secret Garden, The Secret Garden Experience starts when a 'Secret Box' arrives in the post. Each box contains eight envelopes with eight unique audio episodes and accompanying activities.

Mark Bonnar Will Narrate THE SHEEP CHRONICLES Musical Audiobooks
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2021


Written by Lesley Ross & James Williams, and based on the show of the same name, this quirky retelling of the famous fairytale touches on friendship, acceptance and how dangerous it is to fall under the spell of a Spider's dark web. 

ABC Announces Series Orders For ABBOTT ELEMENTARY, MAGGIE, THE WONDER YEARS, and QUEENS
by Stephi Wild - May 15, 2021


ABC today announced that “Abbott Elementary,” “Maggie,” “The Wonder Years” and “Queens” have received series orders. Additional information can be found below. 

Brand New Outdoor Venue Announced By Watford Palace Theatre and Local Commercial Producers
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2021


Watford Palace Theatre is about to reopen and has used the lockdown as an opportunity to build exciting new collaborations and fresh thinking, bringing the company back bigger and better than ever.

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