From My Hometown 2003 - Articles Page 3.4

Opened: June 19, 2003
Closing: July 12, 2003

From My Hometown - 2003 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

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410-412 West 42nd Street New York, NY 10036

Centers on three strangers who arrive in New York City in 1980 from R&B meccas Detroit, Memphis and Philadelphia with one goal in mind: to headline at the world famous Apollo Theatre. Bonded initially by their wide eyes and empty pockets, they develop a 10-year brotherhood that spans the lows of their initial meeting to the highs of their shared debut on Harlem's brightest stage.

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From My Hometown - 2003 - Off-Broadway Articles Page 3.4

Third Man Records Announces Vault Pkg. #44
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 5, 2020


Third Man Records is excited to announce Vault Package #44, the 20th anniversary accompaniment to De Stijl, the legendary sophomore album from The White Stripes. The package includes a hardcover case, an archival booklet filled with previously unseen photos, flyers and more, a white LP and a red LP full of previously unreleased recordings and covers, and a DVD containing two performances from the peak of the De Stijl era. Sign up is now open through April 30 at midnight CST.

Angélique Kidjo and Special Guests to Perform Celebratory Program at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2020


On the heels of winning her fourth Grammy Award, Angélique Kidjo concludes her Perspectives series with Daughter of Independence on Saturday, March 14 at 8:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium/ Perelman Stage.

Amy Grant, Tig Notaro and More Are Heading to the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2020


Below is a list of upcoming shows at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. Tickets for all shows are available online at lutherburbankcenter.org, by calling 707-546-3600 or at the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts ticket office (50 Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa. The patron services office is open Tuesdays through Sundays from noon to 6 p.m., closed on Mondays except when a show is scheduled, for which the box office will open at 4 p.m. Tickets and information are available 24/7 online at lutherburbankcenter.org.

Alan Gilbert Is Named MD Of Royal Swedish Opera
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2020


Alan Gilbert has been named as Music Director of the Royal Swedish Opera, where he looks forward to launching his tenure in spring 2021. He will combine the role with his position as Chief Conductor of Hamburg's NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra, which he has held since September 2019, after eight years as Music Director of the New York Philharmonic.

Birdland Releases Decemeber Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 15, 2019


Birdland's December 2019 schedule will feature The Joe Lovano Nonet, Stacey Kent, Monty Alexander, A Swinging Birdland Christmas, Freddy Cole Quartet, Gunhild Carling, Julius Rodriguez, Veronica Swift Holiday Show, 'Season's Swingin' Greetings!a??, Marta Sanchez Quintet, Darius de Haas, Marilyn Maye New Years Eve Extravaganza, The Lineup with Susie Mosher, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and MORE!

FINALISTS ANNOUNCED FOR QUEENSLAND PREMIER'S DRAMA AWARD 2020-21
by Virag Dombay - Nov 5, 2019


Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced the finalists for the Queensland Premier's Drama Award (QPDA) 2020-21. Artists Anna Loren, Maddie Nixon and Steve Pirie have been selected from the record-breaking field of 221 entries. This marks the largest intake of new dramatic works in the Award's 17-year history, with entries received from every state and territory in Australia.

The Mighty Mighty Bosstones Announce Hometown ThrowDown 2019 Support Acts
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2019


The Mighty Mighty BossToneS announce the 22nd HomeTown ThrowDown's support acts will be Walker Roaders, Art Thieves, The Suicide Machines, Rebuilder, and Big D & The Kids Table. The ThrowDown will take place December 27, 28, and 29 at House of Blues located at 15 Landsdowne Street, in Boston, MA. Tickets are $25 and are available here: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/01005733E854785B. All shows are all ages with general admission seating. Doors open at 7pm and shows begin at 8pm.

KRISTEENYOUNG Releases Self-Produced Ninth Album THE SUBSET
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 4, 2019


Avant-rock singer-songwriter/producer KRISTEENYOUNG has always done things her own way, including self-designing all of her stage costumes, and now she invites listeners to come along on her most experimental and emotional journey yet with the release of her ninth album The SubSet outTODAY (September 4, 2019). Her two touchstones for the making The SubSet are opera and beatnik, but as Kristeen explains, 'kinda sideways and distorted.' 'The album features her energetic blends of hard-hitting instrumentals, operatic vocals, and raw, incendiary lyrics which gives her music a theatrical flair and helps elevate its urgency.

City of Hope to Honor Diane Warren, Marc Shaiman, and More
by Julie Musbach - Aug 21, 2019


City of Hope, a world-renowned independent cancer research and treatment center, today announced the artists and creators who will receive special recognition at the Music, Film and Entertainment Industry Group's 15th Annual Songs of Hope next month. Producer Boi-1da and songwriter Diane Warrenwill receive the Clive Davis a?oeLegend in Songwritinga?? Award presented by Clive Davis himself, composer and lyricist Marc Shaiman will receive the Electronic Arts a?oeComposer of the Yeara?? Award, songwriter and recording artist Tierra Whack will receive the Universal Music Publishing Group a?oeShe Is The Musica?? Award presented by Universal Music Publishing's Chairman and CEO Jody Gerson, Facebook will present the a?oeFacebook Songwriter Impacta?? Award to Hayley Kiyoko, The Dream will receive the Warner Chappell Music a?oeBeacon of Excellencea?? Award, and Linda Malkas, Ph.D. will receive the Songs of Hope Beverly and Ben Horowitz Legacy Award.

BWW Interview: Director Patrick Burke Talks Puppetry in AVENUE Q
by Don Grigware - Jun 11, 2019


Director Patrick Burke trained at?The American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Onstage at the Group?Rep:?A Christmas Carol,?Inspecting Carol,?Sherlock's Last Case,?Hotel Paradiso, Awake and Sing,?Boeing Boeing,?Don't Dress For Dinner,?That Lovin' Feelin',?A Nice Family Christmas, Lost In Yonkers,?A Midsummer Night's Dream,?Romeo & Juliet, and Rumors.  When did you get interested in puppets and puppetry?

Beyond Louisville Interview: 8 Questions with Lauren Molina & Nick Cearley of YOU'RE A GOOD MAN CHARLIE BROWN at Cincinnati Playhouse In The Park
by Taylor Clemons - May 3, 2019


tars of the show and co-conceivers of this new production, Lauren Molina (who plays Lucy) and Nick Cearley (who plays Linus) took the time to answer a few questions about the show.

Richard Pryor Jr Visits Hometown With New Book IN A PRYOR LIFE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2019


Richard Pryor, Jr returns to his home town of Peoria to share the Glitz, the Glamour and The Gutter of IN A PRYOR LIFE, then onto Altoona Iowa

Al Green Returns to the Stage at Bass Concert Hall
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 5, 2019


The GRAMMY® Award winning and Kennedy Center Honors recipient Al Green returns to the stage to perform some of his most iconic hits and fan favorites at his first concerts in more than seven years.  Green's powerful and passionate performances of timeless classics such as “Let's Stay Together,” Sha-La-La (Make Me Happy) “I Can't Get Next To You,” Tired Of Being Alone” and “I'm Still In Love With You,” as well as his ability move entire crowds and have them singing along to gospel favorites such as “Nearer My God to Thee,” “Precious Lord,” “I'll Rise Again” and his rendition of “Amazing Grace,” have made him one of the greatest performers of all-time.

Asian American Leaders Panel Following KING OF THE YEES
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 30, 2019


San Francisco Playhouse is thrilled to announce a post-show discussion featuring an Asian American Leaders Panel following the performance of King of the Yees on Wednesday, February 6. The panel will feature Thi Bui, Vanessa Hua, Karen Mok, Angela Yip, and playwright Lauren Yee. Andrew Hsieh will moderate.

Bang on a Can to Present 2019 People's Commissioning Fund Concert
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 29, 2019


On Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at 7:30pm, Bang on a Can will present the 2019 Bang on a Can People's Commissioning Fund (PCF) concert, one of the most anticipated and reliable launching pads for composers in New York and beyond. The performance is presented as part of Kaufman Music Center's Ecstatic Music Festival at Merkin Hall (Kaufman Music Center, 129 W. 67th St.) and a New Sounds Live co-presentation with host John Schaefer, streamed live at www.newsounds.org. 

KING OF THE YEES Comes to San Francisco Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2019


San Francisco Playhouse announced casting for Lauren Yee's King of the Yees, headlined by Obie and Lucille Lortel Award-winning actor and San Francisco native Francis Jue. The play, centered on San Francisco's Chinatown, was inspired by Yee's family and their deep connections within the community. Joshua Kahan Brody will direct the Playhouse production.

Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, George Ezra and Biffy Clyro to Headline the 2019 Isle of Wight Festival
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 23, 2019


Following last year's momentous 50th anniversary celebrations, The Isle of Wight Festival today announces the first artists for the 2019 event, which kicks off the British festival season on  13th - 16th June.

Corey Hart to be Inducted into Canadian Music Hall of Fame
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 16, 2019


The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) and CBC are thrilled to announce legendary singer-songwriter Corey Hart as the 2019 inductee into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.  Hart, who has sold over 16 million albums worldwide, will be officially inducted into The Canadian Music Hall of Fame during The 2019 JUNO Awards on Sunday, March 17. To celebrate his induction, Hart will take the stage at Budweiser Gardens to perform on live television for the first time in over 20 years. Fans from across the world can tune-in to watch this special performance as part of The 2019 JUNO Awards broadcast live on CBC, CBC Radio, the free CBC Gem streaming servicein Canada and globally at cbcmusic.ca/junos.

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Returns To The Soraya
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2018


Aspen Santa Fe Ballet's bold vision - top global choreographers, distinctive groundbreaking repertoire, and virtuoso dancers - has fostered a jewel of a dance company in the American West.  Now, ASFB celebrates the fourth year of its residency at the Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts (The Soraya) with a program of works that celebrates the company's commitment to creating new contemporary dance on Saturday, January 19 at 8:00pm. ASFB will perform Tuplet by Alexander Ekman, Dream Play by Fernando Melo, and 1st Flash from world-renowned Finnish choreographer Jorma Elo.

Timothy White is Nominated for New Jersey Hall of Fame Award
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 26, 2018


New Jersey native and celebrity portrait photographer Timothy White has been honored with a nomination for the 2018 New Jersey Hall of Fame Awards. 

Death Cab For Cutie Comes to Arts Centre Melbourne
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2018


Kings of indie rock, Death Cab for Cutie, will play at Arts Centre Melbourne's Hamer Hall on March 6, 2019 as part of their much anticipated national tour, following the release of their ninth studio album, Thank You for Today.

Francis Jue To Star In KING OF THE YEES at San Francisco Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 2018


San Francisco Playhouse announced casting for Lauren Yee's King of the Yees, headlined by Obie and Lucille Lortel Award-winning actor and San Francisco native Francis Jue. The play, centered on San Francisco's Chinatown, was inspired by Yee's family and their deep connections within the community. Joshua Kahan Brody will direct the Playhouse production.

Jimmy Kimmel Partners With Caesars Entertainment To Open Comedy Club At The LINQ Promenade
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 3, 2018


Next spring, Caesars Entertainment will open Jimmy Kimmel's Comedy Club at The LINQ Promenade in Las Vegas.

Bill Daily, Comedic Sidekick from 'I Dream of Jeannie' and 'The Bob Newhart Show,' has Died
by Kaitlin Milligan - Sep 10, 2018


Bill Daily, the comic sidekick to leading men on the sitcoms “I Dream of Jeannie” and “The Bob Newhart Show,” has died, a family spokesman said Saturday.

American Music Icon Loretta Lynn to Release New Album, 'Wouldn't It Be Great'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 22, 2018


Legacy Recordings (a division of Sony Music Entertainment) will release Wouldn't It Be Great, the new studio album from American music icon Loretta Lynn, on Friday, September 28.

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