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Kathy Mattea to Headline 'Valley Strong' Concert Fundraiser, 7/27
by Conor Sheeran - Jul 19, 2013


The concert will feature Country Music Association award-winning vocalist Kathy Mattea, who will bring her authentic style of country, pop and bluegrass music to Saratoga, singing favorites from her 17 albums.

SOUL ON FIRE with Shirley Murdock Begins Performances at MITF Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 15, 2013


Soul on Fire will be performed as a part of the Midtown International Theatre Festival (MITF), produced by Onyx Vizion Productions, Inc. of the Bronx, New York. The performances will be held on the Main Stage at the June Havoc Theatre July 16 (6pm); July 18 (8:30pm); July 19 (8pm); July 20 (1pm); and July 21 (3pm). The theatre is located at 312 West 36th Street, 1st Floor, New York NY, 10018. Tickets are currently on sale for $18. You may purchase tickets by calling (866) 811-4111, or you can purchase tickets online at www.midtownfestival.org.

SOUND OFF: 2013 Summer Round-Up! THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL, Shakespeare, Dench, Jewish Musicals & More
by Pat Cerasaro - Jun 30, 2013


Today we are highlighting four particularly compelling recent releases perfect for Summer enjoyment, all from Acorn/Athena Media- the documentaries SHAKESPEARE: THE KING'S MAN and BROADWAY MUSICALS: A JEWISH LEGACY, as well as the complete collection of Judi Dench's British TV series A FINE ROMANCE and also the lavish 1982 TV film THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL starring Ian McKellen, Anthony Andrews and Jane Seymour.

Photo Flash: CBS, PBS, HUB Network, Nickelodeon Win Big at 2013 Creative Arts Emmy Awards
by TV News Desk - Jun 15, 2013


The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) announced last night, June 14, the winners of the 40th Annual Daytime Entertainment Creative Arts Emmy Awards in a sold-out, grand gala for over 1,100 attendees at the Westin Bonaventure, in downtown Los Angeles. Scroll down for the full list of winners and photos from the ceremony!

Photo Flash: Lisa Vroman, Billy Stritch and More at Bay Area Cabaret's Marvin Hamlisch Tribute
by BWW News Desk - Jun 10, 2013


Bay Area Cabaret concluded its 2012-2013 season by honoring the memory and legendary career of composer Marvin Hamlisch on June 2, 2013. Selections from his work (A Chorus Line, The Way We Were, They're Playing Our Song) were performed by special guests, including Broadway stars Lisa Vroman (The Phantom of the Opera, Sweeney Todd) and Karen Mason (Mamma Mia!, Sunset Boulevard), Grammy Award winner Billy Stritch, 2012 Bay Area Teen Idol winner Bobby Conte Thornton, Academy Award-winning songwriters Alan and Marilyn Bergman, and more. Scroll down for photos from the celebration!

ABC Unveils 2013-14 Primetime Schedule; AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D, TOY STORY Among New Entries
by Caryn Robbins - May 14, 2013


New series for the 2013-14 season are "Back in the Game," "Betrayal," "The Goldbergs," "Killer Women," "Lucky 7," "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.," "Mind Games," "Mixology," "Once Upon a Time in Wonderland," "Resurrection," "Super Fun Night," "Trophy Wife" and new alternative series "The Quest."

MAMMA MIA! To Play Summer Season in Blackpool, June 20-August 31 2014
by Samantha Vega - May 1, 2013


For the first time in more than 10 years Blackpool is hosting a SummeSeason of a major West End musical production. The International Tour of the worldwide hit MAMMA MIA! will be staged exclusively in the resort with Blackpool Opera House being the only UK date outside of London to host the production next year.

MAMMA MIA! To Play Summer Season In Blackpool 2014
by Carrie Dunn - May 1, 2013


For the first time in more than 10 years Blackpool is hosting a Summer Season of a major West End musical production. The International Tour of the worldwide hit MAMMA MIA! will be staged exclusively in the resort with Blackpool Opera House being the only UK date outside of London to host the production next year.

Director Spills the Beans About CINDERELLA
by Jude Cartalaba - Apr 24, 2013


'Its set design will have things that roll out, turn, fold open, and more…' - Michael Williams, director

The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch Offers 4th of July Week Celebrations
by Robert Diamond - Mar 26, 2013


The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch, an award-winning Preferred Boutique Hotel and Orvis Endorsed Fly-Fishing Lodge that is setting the new standard in all-inclusive luxury ranch resorts, announced today the itinerary for its fourth annual Independence Day celebration which will include a week of unforgettable activities from dazzling fireworks and country and classic rock concerts under the stars to a professional rodeo and Lil' Wranglers camp for kids, along with gourmet rocky mountain cuisine and relaxing spa experiences.

BWW Reviews: Impressive HENRY V is Energetic, Brilliant, and Alluring
by David Clarke - Mar 25, 2013


William Shakespeare's HENRY V is quite possibly his most well-known and celebrated history play. The famous climatic St. Crispin's day speech is full of nationalistic and patriotic rhetoric that resonates deep within the soul, mind and body while quickening the blood. Luckily for Houston audiences, Main Street Theater and Prague Shakespeare Company, Continental Europe's premiere professional English-language classical theatre company, is currently presenting a stellar production of William Shakespeare's HENRY V.

THE DRIFTERS to Run Schools Music and Theatre Workshops in South Africa
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 21, 2013


Lefra Productions in association with Prism Music Group and Treadwells are pleased to announce that the international renowned group, The Drifters, will be touring South Africa from 3 to 13 April as part of their 60th Anniversary World Tour, The Drifters Diamond Dynasty World Tour. This will be The Drifters' first visit to South Africa in over 30 years, featuring the current line-up, Pierre Herelle, Michael Williams, Ryan King and Carlton Powell, who themselves received gold disks from Sony for the first new recordings in over 30 years in 2013.

Trinity Rep Announces 'Write Here, Write Now!' Student Playwright Selection
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 14, 2013


Trinity Repertory Company's Education Department has announced the winners of their second annual Write Here, Write Now! Student Playwriting Competition.

Trinity Rep Announces Write Here, Write Now! Student Playwright Selection
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 13, 2013


Trinity Repertory Company's Education Department has announced the winners of their second annual Write Here, Write Now! Student Playwriting Competition.

20/20 to Feature Survivors 'Saved' from Near-Death Situations Tonight, 2/8
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 8, 2013


From the little boy who survived a seven-day stand-off with a madman in an Alabama bunker this past week to incredibly lucky people who walked away from unbelievable crashes and freak accidents, "20/20" reports on survivors, rescues, near-death experiences and spontaneous acts of heroism. "Saved" airs on "20/20" TONIGHT, FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8 (10:01-11:00 p.m., ET) on the ABC Television Network.

THE TENORS Release New Album, 'Lead With Your Heart,' Set to Sing National Anthem 1/11
by BWW News Desk - Jan 11, 2013


Verve Music Group recording artists The Tenors (formerly known as The Canadian Tenors), featuring Clifton Murray, Fraser Walters, Remigio Pereira and Victor Micallef, have announced their release week activity for the U.S. debut of their platinum selling album, LEAD WITH YOUR HEART. The multi-platinum selling singing sensations will kick things off January 11th at Madison Square Garden in New York City to perform the national anthem at a home game for the New York Knicks. And, The Tenors will sing the National Anthem this Sunday, January 13th in Atlanta, before the nationally televised NFC Divisional Playoff game between the Atlanta Falcons and Seattle Seahawks. Game time is 1PM EST on Fox.

Trinity Rep Announces WRITE HERE! WRITE NOW! Festival; Submission Deadline February 1
by Kelsey Denette - Nov 9, 2012


Trinity Repertory Company's Education Department has announced the second annual Write Here! Write Now! student playwriting competition. Students in grades 9-12 from the six New England states are invited to submit an original short play (6-10 pages) between now and February 1, 2013. The winning playwrights will work with Trinity Rep staff members to further develop the work, and then see their play read by professional actors in front of an invited audience of friends and family.

Voting Open for 2012 BWW Philippines Awards - Vote Now!
by BWW - Nov 6, 2012


BroadwayWorld.com, the premier theater news website in the United States, in the United Kingdom, and in more than 20 other countries, has expanded, updated, and is now ready for this year's BWW Awards that are conducted simultaneously across all local and international markets, including the Philippines.

Michael Sexton Directs HENRY V at Two River Theater, Now thru 11/11
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2012


Two River Theater Company, under the leadership of Artistic Director John Dias and Managing Director Michael Hurst, continues its 2012-2013 Season with Shakespeare's Henry V, directed by Michael Sexton. Performances will begin in Two River's Rechnitz Theater, 21 Bridge Avenue, tonight, October 20 and continue through Sunday, November 11.

NBC 6 to Broadcast Only Live TV Debate in Florida's U.S. Senate Race
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 12, 2012


NBC 6 South Florida will televise the only confirmed Florida Senatorial Debate during the 2012 election season, pitting Florida's incumbent U.S. Senator Bill Nelson (D) against Republican challenger U.S. Representative Connie Mack.

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