The Whiting Presents Fiddle Champ Eileen Ivers 3/28
by BWW News Desk - Mar 28, 2009
The Whiting is proud to present Nine-Time All-Ireland Fiddle Champ and Riverdance show stopper, Eileen Ivers along with her band Immigrant Soul live on Saturday, March 28 at 8pm. Called a 'sensation' by Billboard magazine and 'the Jimi Hendrix of the violin' by The New York Times, Eileen Ivers breaks new ground with her band Immigrant Soul by blending African and Latin percussion and bass, Irish instrumentals, and soulful vocals.
RIVERDANCE Taps Its Way Into The Rosemont 3/19-22
by BWW News Desk - Mar 19, 2009
'Riverdance,' the thunderous celebration of Irish music, song and dance that has tapped its way onto the world stage thrilling millions of people around the globe, will play five farewell performances at the Rosemont Theatre, 5400 N. River Road, March 19 - 22. Tickets for 'Riverdance' are now on sale.
Irish Rep Previews THE YEATS PROJECT 4/8, Opens 4/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 16, 2009
The Irish Repertory Theatre (132 West 22nd Street) in association with Glucksman Ireland House, The American Irish Historical Society, and The WB Yeats Society of New York will begin previews of The Yeats Project on Wednesday, April 8, 2009. The production will open on Wednesday, April 15. Charlotte Moore, Artistic Director and Ciar?n O'Reilly, Producing Director will direct.
RIVERDANCE Plays Farewell Tour At Canon Theater 5/19-6/21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 16, 2009
RIVERDANCE, the thunderous celebration of Irish music, song and dance that has tapped its way onto the world stage thrilling millions of people around the globe, will play its final Toronto engagement on its Farewell Tour at the Canon Theatre, from May 19 - June 21, 2009. Tickets for RIVERDANCE will go on sale on Tuesday March 17th.
RIVERDANCE Taps Its Way Into The Rosemont 3/19-22
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 12, 2009
'Riverdance,' the thunderous celebration of Irish music, song and dance that has tapped its way onto the world stage thrilling millions of people around the globe, will play five farewell performances at the Rosemont Theatre, 5400 N. River Road, March 19 - 22. Tickets for 'Riverdance' are now on sale.
Olympia Entertainment Announces Upcoming Events In Detroit
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 11, 2009
Olympia Entertainment Announces Upcoming Events for Fox Theatre, Joe Louis Arena, Cobo Arena, City Theatre, Comerica Park, Masonic Temple, Sound Board, Hockeytown Cafe. On Sale Friday!
Friday, April 24 @ 11 p.m., Flight Of The Conchords with special guest Eugene Mirman (FOX): Tickets ($38.50) go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, March 13 and may be purchased at OlympiaEntertainment.com
Olympia Ent. Offers Lose An Hour, Save $10 Now Thru 3/8
by BWW News Desk - Mar 8, 2009
Don't forget to turn the clocks forward this weekend, but more importantly, don't forget to take advantage of Olympia Entertainment's special offer: 'Lose An Hour, Save $10!'
For a limited time, fans have the chance to save $10 to some of this year's hottest shows! This special offer is only good NOW through Sunday, March 8 at 11:59 p.m.
Auditions For Youth Music Theater UK Begin 3/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 6, 2009
Youth Music Theatre UK - the country's biggest and most active producer of music theatre projects for young people - is searching for talented young musicians to join the orchestras of our nationwide productions this Summer. We hope you can help spread the word!
The auditions are taking place in Edinburgh, Manchester and London and are open to anyone aged between 11-21 from around the UK.
Olympia Ent. Offers Lose An Hour, Save $10 Now Thru 3/8
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 3, 2009
Don't forget to turn the clocks forward this weekend, but more importantly, don't forget to take advantage of Olympia Entertainment's special offer: 'Lose An Hour, Save $10!'
For a limited time, fans have the chance to save $10 to some of this year's hottest shows! This special offer is only good NOW through Sunday, March 8 at 11:59 p.m.
The Whiting Presents Fiddle Champ Eileen Ivers 3/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 2, 2009
The Whiting is proud to present Nine-Time All-Ireland Fiddle Champ and Riverdance show stopper, Eileen Ivers along with her band Immigrant Soul live on Saturday, March 28 at 8pm. Called a 'sensation' by Billboard magazine and 'the Jimi Hendrix of the violin' by The New York Times, Eileen Ivers breaks new ground with her band Immigrant Soul by blending African and Latin percussion and bass, Irish instrumentals, and soulful vocals.
Danceworks 2009 to be Performed at Louis Theater Feb. 27 to March 8
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2009
?Danceworks 2009,? an annual winter showcase of the choreography of Northwestern University?s dance faculty, alumni and guest artists, will feature a myriad of dance styles, as well as a special one-day event featuring the Emmy Award-winning dance company Jump Rhythm Jazz Project.
RIVERDANCE Thunders Into The Fox Theater 5/1-5/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 26, 2009
RIVERDANCE, the thunderous celebration of Irish music, song and dance that has tapped its way onto the world stage thrilling millions of people around the globe will play five Farewell Performances at the Fabulous Fox Theatre from May 1-3. Curtain times for this Dance St. Louis presentation are Friday at 8 p.m.; Saturday at 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.; and Sunday at 1 p.m. & 5:30 p.m. Tickets for RIVERDANCE will go on sale Sunday, March 1 at noon at the Fox Theatre box office and through MetroTix.
Fox Theater Offers $30 Off When You Purchase Three Shows
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 26, 2009
The Fox Theater Offers a new deal: purchase all three of their shows and save $30! Customers buying a ticket to Stomp, Riverdance & Hairspray in the same transaction will receive $10 OFF the regular price per ticket, per show. This offer is valid at the box office, by phone when mentioning offer or online at metrotix.com/trombo. This offer excludes orchestra pit, orchestra front, mezzanine & upper balcony.
Olympia Entertainment Announces Upcoming Events In Detroit
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 25, 2009
Olympia Entertainment Announces Upcoming Events for Fox Theatre, Joe Louis Arena, Cobo Arena, City Theatre, Comerica Park, Masonic Temple, Sound Board, Hockeytown Cafe
On Sale Thursday!
Thursday, April 16 @ 8 p.m., Robin Williams (SOUNDBOARD): Tickets ($98 & $153) go on sale at 10 a.m. Thursday, February 26 and may be purchased at the Joe Louis Arena box office, Hockeytown Authentics in Troy, and at all Ticketmaster locations, including Macy's.
Danceworks 2009 to be Performed at Louis Theater Feb. 27 to March 8
by Robert Diamond - Feb 24, 2009
?Danceworks 2009,? an annual winter showcase of the choreography of Northwestern University?s dance faculty, alumni and guest artists, will feature a myriad of dance styles, as well as a special one-day event featuring the Emmy Award-winning dance company Jump Rhythm Jazz Project.
Riverdance Musical Director & Fiona Kennedy Team up for New PBS special HIGHLAND HEARTBEAT
by Robert Diamond - Feb 24, 2009
Scottish singer/actress Fiona Kennedy, a member of Scotland?s leading theatrical family (she?s the daughter of Calum Kennedy and Anne Gillies) and former host of ?Tartan TV,? stars in the new Scottish music special HIGHLAND HEARTBEAT ? premiering Saturday, February 28 at 8 pm on WLIW21 New York Public Television and nationwide on PBS throughout March (check local listings). Best known as musical director of the North American Riverdance tours, Kennedy Aitchison is HIGHLAND HEARTBEAT?s musical director.
BWW's Holiday CD Roundup Part 1: The Shows
by Robert Diamond - Nov 20, 2008
Happy Holidays Everyone! Well ... here it is ... our BIGGEST CD coverage EVER and just in time for some last minute 'stocking-stuffer' inspiration ... even though a few of these are better used as coal, if you know what I mean.
The Beckhams Being Turned Into Musical?
by BWW News Desk - Jul 6, 2008
According to UK's Now Magazine, a musical comedy about the lives of Victoria and David Beckham titled MacBecks is in the works.
Best Musical: Tony vs Grammy - Part 2
by Paul W. Thompson - Feb 25, 2008
Now that the 50th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony is history, and before the Tony Awards season sneaks up on us, it might be a good time to do a little investigating into the relationship between the category that both award shows recognize-Best Musical, of course.
'Movin' Out' Star Holden to Perform at All-Ireland Event
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2007
Acclaimed singer Darren Holden has been chosen to perform on 'Up for the Match,' the highly-anticipated prelude to the All-Ireland Hurling Final, airing on RTE Saturday, September 1st at 10:20 PM