As Straw Productions presents the World Premiere of AS STRAW BEFORE THE WIND, a new play that offers a window into the life experience of a Filipina nurse who survives the trauma of World War II, only to discover that her war is not yet over. Written by Felix Racelis, under the direction of Lesley Asistio, the production will be presented for four weekends at the Ruby Theatre at THE COMPLEX, 6476 Santa Monica Boulevard, Hollywood, CA 90038, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. and on Sundays at 3:00 p.m., August 13 - September 4, 2016. Saturday, August 13, 2016 marks the World Premiere Opening Night of the play. A Discounted Preview performance will be given on Friday, August 12, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. To learn more, visitwww.strawbeforewind.com.
Art, history and heritage come together to form an inspiring backdrop for TheatreWorks' 24-Hour Playwriting Competition 2016.
Lawrence Roberts, MA returns to the world of literary fiction with the release of 'Stealing Tesla's Weapons' (published by Trafford Publishing). An intricately woven tapestry of history, drama and suspense, this new book recreates the Second World War era, a time that saw the world teetering in between unprecedented technological advancement and unimaginable cataclysm.
Rodgers & Hammerstein, An Imagem Company will celebrate a summer of Irving Berlin special events to explore the iconic American songwriter behind "God Bless America," "White Christmas," "Blue Skies," "There's No Business Like Show Business" and countless others.
?Daniel P. Douglas announces his script, 'Richter's War,' has won best short screenplay at the February 2016 Los Angeles CineFest. The science fiction World War II hardboiled detective story has previously won or placed in multiple contests during 2015 and 2016.
Broadway has given the world some of it's greatest songs, but the Broadway beginnings of some classics aren't known to all.
DENVER, March 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ Addison Terry has done it again! He's produced a follow-up to his popular novel, 'Rush!' The novel presents the exciting and humorous development of a backwater Florida family into a successful and prominent real estate powerhouse.
Nancy Louise Lewis tells all in her explosive memoir about her 30 years in journalism. Her newspaper career, which began covering a notorious, and until now unsolved 1974 murder in Connecticut, led to attempts on her life by police in two states. The experience led to her proclamation:'You don't have to be black to have cops wanting you dead!'
? The world-renowned Hamburg Ballet is making its highly anticipated and long awaited return to Chicago bringing two works; Othello on February 23 & 24 at 7:30PM as part of Shakespeare 400 Chicago and Third Symphony of Gustav Mahler, considered John Neumeier's masterwork, on February 26 & 27 at 7:30PM. Plus, get an exclusive look at what it takes for a world renowned ballet company to put on two full productions in this never-before-seen interview with Hamburg's Technical Director, Frank Zollner, HERE.
Nancy Louise Lewis finally tells all in her explosive memoir about her 30 years in journalism. Her newspaper career, which began covering a notorious, and until now unsolved 1974 murder in Connecticut, led to attempts on her life by police in two states. Her take on the experience: 'You don't have to be black to have cops wanting you dead!'
Author and history buff Ruby Gwin's new book tells the true story of one man's distinguished military career, chronicling his personal journey and experiences across three wars, the political and historic developments during the Cold War's hottest years and the riveting air combat operations he participated in. This is the story of 'Colonel (Ret.) Harry G. Canham' (published by Trafford Publishing), a man who dared to do his duty.
Accustomed to New York's nightlife, the newly-drafted Broadway composer wrote this whimsical protest march.
The New York Philharmonic will present Rachmaninoff: A Philharmonic Festival, tonight, November 10-28, 2015, featuring 24-year-old Russian pianist Daniil Trifonov performing three of the composer's piano concertos and the Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini over the course of three consecutive all-Rachmaninoff programs, each led by a different conductor: Cristian Macelaru (in his Philharmonic debut), Neeme Jarvi, and Ludovic Morlot.
'Eric Bentley's Brecht-Eisler Songbook,' the debut CD from soprano actress Karyn Levitt, will be available from Roven Records today, October 30.
The New York Philharmonic will present Rachmaninoff: A Philharmonic Festival, November 10-28, 2015, featuring 24-year-old Russian pianist Daniil Trifonov performing three of the composer's piano concertos and the Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini over the course of three consecutive all-Rachmaninoff programs, each led by a different conductor: Cristian Macelaru (in his Philharmonic debut), Neeme Jarvi, and Ludovic Morlot.
Patrick Dorow Productions (PDP), in partnership with The Players' Ring, presents Summer of '42 - The Musical. The show runs September 25th -October 11th, 2015 with performances on Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 3pm and 8pm and Sundays at 5pm at the Players' Ring, 105 Marcy Street, Portsmouth, NH. General Admission is $20.00. Players' Ring member discounts will be honored. To reserve, visit www.playersring.org or call (603) 436-8123.
'Eric Bentley's Brecht-Eisler Songbook,' the debut CD from soprano actress Karyn Levitt, will be available from Roven Records on October 30.
A legend lives on! The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra is coming to The Ridgefield Playhouse for a return engagement tonight, July 11, at 7:30 p.m. after last summer's sold-out show. With its unique jazz sound, the 18-member Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered one of the greatest bands of all time.
?A legend lives on! The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra is coming to The Ridgefield Playhouse for a return engagement on Saturday, July 11, at 7:30 p.m. after last summer's sold-out show.
A legend lives on! The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra is coming to The Ridgefield Playhouse for a return engagement on Saturday, July 11, at 7:30 p.m. after last summer's sold-out show. With its unique jazz sound, the 18-member Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered one of the greatest bands of all time.
Against the backdrop of an America torn by World War II, cultures and communities clash when a Japanese American islander is accused of murder. This hauntingly lyrical saga-adapted from David Guterson's acclaimed story of mystery, love, and identity-deftly shifts from courtroom to strawberry fields to bloody battlefront, digging for hard truths buried in a forgotten history. Set in 1954 in a Puget Sound community divided among fishermen and farmers, whites and Japanese, SNOW FALLING ON CEDARS is at once a courtroom drama, a mystery, a love story, and, in flashbacks, a social history freighted with the angry residue of World War II and the exclusion of Japanese Americans. SNOW FALLING ON CEDARS appears at BPA tonight, March 13 - 29, 2015. Scroll down for a first look at the cast onstage!
Against the backdrop of an America torn by World War II, cultures and communities clash when a Japanese American islander is accused of murder. This hauntingly lyrical saga-adapted from David Guterson's acclaimed story of mystery, love, and identity-deftly shifts from courtroom to strawberry fields to bloody battlefront, digging for hard truths buried in a forgotten history. Set in 1954 in a Puget Sound community divided among fishermen and farmers, whites and Japanese, SNOW FALLING ON CEDARS is at once a courtroom drama, a mystery, a love story, and, in flashbacks, a social history freighted with the angry residue of World War II and the exclusion of Japanese Americans.
Against the backdrop of an America torn by World War II, cultures and communities clash when a Japanese American islander is accused of murder. This hauntingly lyrical saga-adapted from David Guterson's acclaimed story of mystery, love, and identity-deftly shifts from courtroom to strawberry fields to bloody battlefront, digging for hard truths buried in a forgotten history. Set in 1954 in a Puget Sound community divided among fishermen and farmers, whites and Japanese, SNOW FALLING ON CEDARS is at once a courtroom drama, a mystery, a love story, and, in flashbacks, a social history freighted with the angry residue of World War II and the exclusion of Japanese Americans.
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