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The Minnesota Orchestra to Perform Two Concerts in Cuba, 5/15-16
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2015

Minnesota Orchestra President and CEO Kevin Smith announced today that the Minnesota Orchestra will perform two concerts in Cuba, one each on May 15 and 16, becoming the first U.S. orchestra to give performances in Cuba since President Obama took steps to normalize relations between the countries in December 2014. At the invitation of the Cuban Ministry of Culture, Music Director Osmo Vänskä and the Orchestra will perform as part of Havana's International Cubadisco Festival. One of the two concerts they play will feature the Beethoven Choral Fantasy with the Cuban National Choir and Cuban pianist Frank Fernandez. The trip, which will also include community engagement activities, provides a modern-day link to the Minnesota Orchestra's storied travel history, which includes tours to Havana in both 1929 and 1930.

The National Portrait Gallery Presents President's Day Events This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Feb 13, 2015

On View: 'Cracked-Plate' Photograph of Abraham Lincoln Thursday, Feb. 12, through Monday, Feb. 16 For just five days, the museum will display the original print of the 'cracked-plate' portrait of Abraham Lincoln. This photograph by Alexander Gardner is one of the most haunting portraits of any president. Created Feb. 5, 1865, it was the last formal portrait of Lincoln to be taken before his assassination. When the mammoth glass negative cracked, Gardner made only one print from the damaged negative before discarding it.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Perform at Prudential Hall, 5/8-10
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2015

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) is proud to present its annual Mother's Day engagement of America's premier modern dance company, Alvin Ailey on Friday, May 8th, 2015 at 8PM, Saturday, May 9th, 2015 at 8PM and Sunday, May 10th, 2015 at 3PM.

The National Portrait Gallery Presents President's Day Events, 2/13-16
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2015

On View: 'Cracked-Plate' Photograph of Abraham Lincoln Thursday, Feb. 12, through Monday, Feb. 16 For just five days, the museum will display the original print of the 'cracked-plate' portrait of Abraham Lincoln. This photograph by Alexander Gardner is one of the most haunting portraits of any president. Created Feb. 5, 1865, it was the last formal portrait of Lincoln to be taken before his assassination. When the mammoth glass negative cracked, Gardner made only one print from the damaged negative before discarding it.

BWW Interviews: Wanda Sykes Talks Career, New Tour & Kanye's Recent Grammy Rant!
by Joseph OHern - Feb 10, 2015

She has been called one of the funniest people in America by Entertainment Weekly and that she is. With a wit sharper than ever before, it's no mystery why Emmy Award winning Wanda Sykes is one of the best in the business. I had the chance to talk to Wanda about upcoming projects, taking care of white people, celebrity co-stars and much more!

David Axelrod Discusses Edwards Campaign on CBS SUNDAY MORNING Today
by TV News Desk - Feb 8, 2015

Political strategist David Axelrod says he didn't “groove” with former client John Edwards in an interview with correspondent Jim Axelrod for CBS SUNDAY MORNING WITH CHARLES OSGOOD, to be broadcast today, Feb. 8 (9:00 AM, ET) on the CBS Television Network.

FLASH FRIDAY: Alabanza! Lin-Manuel Miranda Raps It Up On Broadway & Off - IN THE HEIGHTS, HAMILTON, Etc.
by Pat Cerasaro - Feb 6, 2015

Today we are celebrating the incredibly accomplished multi-award-winning performer, composer and lyricist Lin-Manuel Miranda.

February at the National Portrait Gallery Includes Presidential Family Fun Day, Recognize Vote, and More
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2015

Presidential Family Fun Day Sunday, Feb. 15, 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Robert and Arlene Kogod Courtyard Celebrate Presidents Day weekend during a patriotic family day at the National Portrait Gallery. Enjoy a variety of crafts and performances dedicated to our nation's famous past leaders. Meet Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln in person and enjoy several art activities like presidential Polaroids and making picture frames. See performances by local the a capella group Snowday, get your picture taken with the Washington Nationals Racing Presidents, and more.

Herb Alpert to Return to Cafe Carlyle, 3/10-21
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 4, 2015

Creator and innovator, musician and producer, artist, entrepreneur and philanthropist; Herb Alpert is a man with a profound passion empowering his every endeavor.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Announces 18 City Tour; Beg. Tonight
by Christina Mancuso - Feb 3, 2015

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, beloved as one of the world's most popular dance companies, will travel to 18 cities coast-to-coast presenting 80 performances, beginning tonight at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC. Hitting other major venues like The Fox Theatre in Atlanta, the Auditorium Theatre in Chicago, and the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA, the tour culminates May 10th at the beautiful Prudential Hall of the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, where Ailey is the Principal Resident Affiliate. For tickets, visit www.njpac.org.

Legendary Violinist Itzhak Perlman Returns To Houston To Perform And Conduct
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 31, 2015

Internationally celebrated violinist Itzhak Perlman will return to Houston to conduct and perform classical masterworks with the Houston Symphony on February 12-15, 2015, at 8:00 p.m.

Renee Fleming Coming to The Music Hall
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 29, 2015

The Music Hall will have four time Grammy Award winner Renee Fleming live on stage at the Historic Theater. "Hearing Renee sing on stage is a remarkable opportunity for Seacoast audiences," says The Music Hall's Executive Director Patricia Lynch. "Among the qualities that make her so special is the thrilling charisma of her voice, and the way she conveys the emotions of a song. She also has an accessibility uncommon to an opera diva-when you hear her sing, it feels like she is singing directly to you. It feels very personal."

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Comes to the Aronoff Center This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Jan 27, 2015

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, beloved as one of the world's most popular dance companies, will share its inspiring artistry with Tri-state audiences at the Aronoff Center's Procter & Gamble Hall for two nights only, March 3-4, 2015 at 7:30pm. The much-anticipated dance event is part of the Cincinnati Arts Association's 2014-15 Season.

FSCJ Artist Series to Present ITZHAK PERLMAN IN CONCERT, 3/24
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 23, 2015

Itzhak Perlman will perform at Jacksonville's Times-Union Center's Moran Theater on Tuesday, March 24 , 2015 at 7:30PM for one night only! Tickets are on sale now through the FSCJ Artist Series, sponsored by Chase, the official presenter of the Jacksonville show.

Google to Sponsor Screening of Academy Award-Nominated SELMA for New York's Pathways in Technology
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 23, 2015

Paramount Pictures today announced that Google will sponsor a screening of the Academy Award-nominated and Golden Globe-winning film “SELMA” for students, teachers and administrators at Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) at BAM Rose Cinemas on Friday, January 23rd.

VIDEO: Larry Wilmore Evaluates Obama's State of the Union Address on NIGHTLY SHOW
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 22, 2015

On last night's NIGHTLY SHOW WITH LARRY WILMORE, Larry discussed the legacy of President Obama and evaluates his State of the Union Address. Check out the clip below!

SIDE SHOW & ONCE Cast Members Set for LIVE FROM GRAMERCY PARK in February
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 21, 2015

LIVE FROM GRAMERCY PARK is the continuing concert series featuring dynamic, glamorous evenings of eclectic entertainment that celebrate the best of New York City's cultural landscape, in the tradition of The Players, the historic club where the series is presented. Curated and hosted by Emmy Award winning composer/performer Lance Horne, LIVE FROM GRAMERCY PARK is dedicated to presenting celebrated music, theater and cabaret stars as well as introducing dynamic rising talent. LIVE FROM GRAMERCY PARK will present its next evening, LIVE FROM GRAMERCY PARK: LOVE at The Players (16 Gramercy Park, Manhattan) on Monday, February 9th, 2015 at 8:00 PM. Special guests for this Valentines edition will include Lauren Elder (Side Show, Hair); Fair Play, the musical trio featuring original Once cast members David Abeles, Will Connolly, and Tony nominee Elizabeth A. Davis; Tony nominee Karine Plantadit (After Midnight, Come Fly Away, Movin' Out); composer/pianist Samora Pinderhughes and co-Juilliard Jazzers Riley & Jehbreal ; and the legendary Marti Stevens, protégé of Marlene Deitrich and original cast member of London's Company, High Spirits, and No Strings). Mr. Horne is the evening's Musical Director. Tickets, starting at $25, are now available online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1178948.

Clay Aiken Responds to Bill Maher's Coward Comments
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 17, 2015

Following Clay Aiken's disappointing run for Congress last year, Bill Maher had some harsh comments to share. However, Aiken has come back with his own comments.

U.S. Loosens Embargo on Travel, Trade with Cuba
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 15, 2015

The United States is officially loosening the embargo on travel, trade, and investments with Cuba, the White House announced today, per Mashable.

VIDEO: Anderson Cooper Questions Why Obama & Biden Were No Shows at Paris Rally
by - Jan 14, 2015

CNN anchor Anderson Cooper stopped by last night's LATE SHOW WITH DAVID LETTERMAN to talk about covering the recent march in Paris and questioned why President Obama and Vice President Joe Biden were no shows.

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