Company C Contemporary Ballet Announces 2014 Season
by Christina Mancuso - Jul 25, 2013
Company C Contemporary Ballet founder and Artistic Director Charles Anderson has announced details of the Company's 2014 season of two programs plus a benefit gala in San Francisco and Walnut Creek with performances January 30 through May 11, 2014, at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts and ODC Theater in San Francisco and the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek. The 12th season will feature a wide range of the kinds of ballets that have set the barre high for this 14-member Bay Area Company, which will return to New York for its third season there at the Joyce Theater August 9 and 10. Theatricality, precision technique, bravura performance, wit and a flair for the off-beat and innovative will be embodied in world premieres by Anderson, Susan Jaffe, Maurice Causey and Charles Moulton, as well as in the return of repertory favorites by Anderson, Patrick Corbin, Alexandre Proia, Charles Moulton and Yuri Zhukov. The complete 2014 season schedule may be found below. For more details about Company C and the 2014 season, visitwww.companycballet.org.
The Fixx and Wang Chung Play the Mayo Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2013
Go back to the future with 1980s British new wave favorites Wang Chung ('Everybody Have Fun Tonight,' 'Dance Hall Days,' and 'Let's Go') and The Fixx ('One Thing Leads to Another,' 'Saved by Zero') tonight, July 24 at 8 pm at the Mayo Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $29-59.
Ann-Margret to Receive 2013 Rolex Dance Award at BROADWAY & BEYOND! Jubilee, 10/8
by BWW News Desk - Jul 16, 2013
Career Transition For Dancers' 28th Anniversary Jubilee BROADWAY & BEYOND! Celebrating Theatre & Dance presented by ROLEX - will take place on Tuesday, October 8th, 2013 at 7pm at New York City Center, 131 West 55 Street (btwn. 6th & 7th Ave) NYC. The Rolex Dance Award will be given to Ann-Margret. The super-star is a two time Academy Award Nominee, winner of 5 Golden Globes, Emmy Award winner and a Grammy Nominee.
The Fixx and Wang Chung to Play the Mayo Center, 7/24
by BWW News Desk - Jun 27, 2013
Go back to the future with 1980s British new wave favorites Wang Chung ('Everybody Have Fun Tonight,' 'Dance Hall Days,' and 'Let's Go') and The Fixx ('One Thing Leads to Another,' 'Saved by Zero') on Wednesday, July 24 at 8 pm at the Mayo Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $29-59.
Martha Davis and The Motels to Play bergenPAC's 'Awesome 80's Tour,' 7/2
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 10, 2013
The Bergen Performing Arts Center, proudly invites and welcomes all to its show, Awesome 80's, taking place on Tuesday, July 2, 2013 at 8:00PM. It is going to be an incredible show led by the charismatic Martha and The Motels, with special performances by bands, Bow Wow Wow, and Gene Loves Jezebel.
bergenPAC to Welcome AWESOME 80s Tour, Feat. Martha Davis and The Motels & More, 7/2
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 3, 2013
The Bergen Performing Arts Center, proudly invites and welcomes all to its show, Awesome 80's, taking place on Tuesday, July 2, 2013 at 8:00PM. It is going to be an incredible show led by the charismatic Martha and The Motels, with special performances by bands, Bow Wow Wow, and Gene Loves Jezebel.
Music Director Tim Fowlar Conducts Live Band at TheatreZone Gala Fundraiser
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 11, 2013
When Broadway and television star Eddie Mekka (Carmine "the big Ragu" Ragusa from Laverne & Shirley TV series) entertains at TheatreZone's gala fundraiser later this month, he'll be backed by a live six-piece band, led by legendary musical director and saxophone player Tim Fowlar. They will be joined by TheatreZone artistic director Mark Danni playing drums, Joe Choomack on bass, Tom Weaver on guitar, Mike Santiago on trumpet and Peter Van Wyk on trombone.
Joey Arias, Zack Zadak, and More to Perform at Joe's Pub This Winter
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 23, 2013
Each week Joe's Pub at The Public presents some of New York City's most eclectic programming ranging from world to classical, pop, singer-songwriter, jazz and more. At the center of Joe's Pub's genre-blind booking is The Public Theater's mission to bring world-class performance to New York City's diverse cultural community.
Big Picture Learning, Champagne Jerry and More Set for Joe's Pub, 1/23-27
by BWW News Desk - Jan 22, 2013
Each week Joe's Pub at The Public presents some of New York City's most eclectic programming ranging from world to classical, pop, singer-songwriter, jazz and more. This week features: Big Picture Learning, We are the Woods, Holly Williams, Shaving, Champagne Jerry, Diali Cissokho-Kaira Ba/Benyoro, Marion Loguidice, Never Sleep Alone, Dreaming Out Loud, The Sweet Remains and Joey Arias.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for November 14th, 2012
by Paul W. Thompson - Nov 14, 2012
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Two national tours land here simultaneously, 'Pippin' goes to India, plus openings at Court Theatre, Marriott Theatre and Drury Lane Theatre, Theo Ubique goes rep again, and more, including the 'Mormon' cast!
Gala Patron Orchestra and Grand Tier Seats on Sale for JUMP FOR JOY! Dance Spectacular, 11/5
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2012
Rolex presents JUMP FOR JOY! A Dance Variety Spectacular - Career Transition For Dancers' 27th Anniversary Jubilee on Monday, November 5, at 7:00 pm at New York City Center, 131 West 55 Street (btwn. 6th & 7th Aves) NYC. Legendary star Angela Lansbury will host. There are now some Gala Patron Orchestra and Grand Tier seats available for sale. These wonderful tickets are available at the box office and on line for the dance event of the new season.
Nate Cooper, Number from JEROME ROBBINS BROADWAY & More Highlight JUMP FOR JOY! at NY City Center, 11/5
by BWW News Desk - Oct 22, 2012
Rolex presents JUMP FOR JOY! A Dance Variety Spectacular - Career Transition For Dancers' 27th Anniversary Jubilee on Monday, November 5, at 7:00 pm at New York City Center, 131 West 55 Street (btwn. 6th & 7th Aves) NYC. Legendary star Angela Lansbury will host. It will be followed by a Supper in The Grand Ballroom at The Hilton New York. America loves variety, and JUMP FOR JOY! provides a fun-filled evening that weaves together all genres and dance styles in an exciting tapestry of quality entertainment.
CRAZY FOR...GERSHWIN! and More Set for Symphony Space, Oct 2012
by BWW News Desk - Oct 16, 2012
Tonight, October 16 brings one of Symphony Space's starriest presentations of the season: "Crazy for…Gershwin!," headlined by violinist Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg and pianist Anne-Marie McDermott. They're accompanied by one of New York's most dynamic young music collectives: Le Train Bleu, conducted by Ransom Wilson. It all takes place at Symphony Space's Peter Jay Sharpe Theatre.
CRAZY FOR...GERSHWIN! and More Set for Symphony Space, Oct 2012
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2012
Tuesday, October 16 brings one of Symphony Space's starriest presentations of the season: "Crazy for…Gershwin!," headlined by violinist Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg and pianist Anne-Marie McDermott. They're accompanied by one of New York's most dynamic young music collectives: Le Train Bleu, conducted by Ransom Wilson. It all takes place at Symphony Space's Peter Jay Sharpe Theatre.
WICKED's Shoshana Bean Joins JoAnne Worley, Rex Smith and More for A MAGICAL NIGHT ON BROADWAY Tonight, 9/8
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2012
Shoshana Bean joins the cast of 'A Magical Night On Broadway' at The Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa in Rancho Mirage tonight, September 8 at 8:00 pm. 'A Magical Night On Broadway" is a fully-staged and costumed tribute to the American musical theatre starring stage, film and television personality JoAnne Worley and featuring music from some of Broadway's most celebrated musicals including "Chicago," "Wicked," "Hairspray," "A Chorus Line," "The Lion King" and more. Joining Worley are Bean and Broadway and television star Rex Smith, Tony-nominated actress Jonelle Allen, Terron Brooks and Carol Channing's American Glee Club - a young song and dance group representing America's public schools, along with a few surprise guests. The show is directed by David Green with musical direction by Stephen Smith.