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Rasmuson Family Donates $1.5 Million To Anchorage Performing Arts Organizations
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2019
Longtime arts supporters, Ed and Cathy Rasmuson, have established three long-term charitable endowments to support the performing arts in Anchorage. A $1.5 million donation was made to the Alaska Community Foundation, creating funds that will provide lasting support for the Anchorage Concert Association, Anchorage Symphony Orchestra, and Anchorage Opera. A portion of the endowments will be distributed to the organizations each year for operating expenses. This will ensure a legacy of performing arts for generations.
Sixth Annual Alaska One-Minute Play Festival Returns to Anchorage
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2019
The ALASKA ONE-MINUTE PLAY FESTIVAL (#1MPF) returns to for its sixth year, in partnership with Perseverance Theatre at the Alaska Center For The Performing Arts. The 6th Annual Alaska 1MPF runs two performances only; Sunday, March 17 & Monday, March 18 at 8pm.
The Hills Are Alive With THE SOUND OF MUSIC At Atwood Concert Hall
by BWW News Desk - February 08, 2019
One of the world's most beloved musicals, The Sound of Music offers Anchorage soaring songs and a story emphasizing positivity, kindness, and courage. From February 19 through 24, Alaska audiences can enjoy live the timeless "My Favorite Things," "Do-Re-Mi," "Edelweiss," and Alaska trail favorite, "Climb Ev'ry Mountain."
Photo Flash: Get A First Look At The World-Premiere Play WHALE SONG at Perseverance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
A daughter of the Arctic confronts her destiny in Whale Song, a world-premiere play by Cathy Tagnak Rexford (Iñupiaq), performing Feb. 1-23 at Perseverance Theatre, Alaska's professional regional theatre company. The production, directed by Madeline Sayet (Mohegan), also performs March 8-17 at the Alaska Center for Performing Arts in Anchorage.
World-Premiere Play WHALE SONG Opens Feb. 1 at Perseverance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2019
A daughter of the Arctic confronts her destiny in Whale Song, a world-premiere play by Cathy Tagnak Rexford (Iñupiaq), performing Feb. 1-23 at Perseverance Theatre, Alaska's professional regional theatre company. The production, directed by Madeline Sayet (Mohegan), also performs March 8-17 at the Alaska Center for Performing Arts in Anchorage.
NEWSIES Coming To Glenn Massay Theater Next Month
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
The Newsboys are dancing their way to Anchorage January 25th 2019.
World-Premiere Play WHALE SONG Opens Feb. 1 at Perseverance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019
A daughter of the Arctic confronts her destiny in Whale Song, a world-premiere play by Cathy Tagnak Rexford (Iñupiaq), performing Feb. 1-23 at Perseverance Theatre, Alaska's professional regional theatre company. The production, directed by Madeline Sayet (Mohegan), also performs March 8-17 at the Alaska Center for Performing Arts in Anchorage.
Anchorage Concert Association Offers Free Tickets to Furloughed Federal Employees
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
Anchorage Concert Association is offering free tickets to Saturday's show with Dustbowl Revival and Hot Club of Cowtown to federal workers affected by the government shutdown.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC Comes To Atwood Concert Hall Next Month!
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
The Rodgers and Hammerstein classic musical THE SOUND OF MUSIC is playing at Atwood Concert Hall in Anchorage from February 19th to 24th, 2019.
Julia O'Connor To Direct I AND YOU In Perseverance Theatre Black Box Series
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2019
Actors Lily Odekirk and Chris Talley star in this production in Perseverance Theatre's Black Box Series.
L.A. Phil And YOLA Musicians Visit Princeton University Concerts
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2019
Five musicians from the LA Phil and eleven musicians from Youth Orchestra Los Angeles (YOLA), including five YOLA alumni, will travel to Princeton University this month as part of Gustavo Dudamel's residency at Princeton University Concerts, in celebration of its 125th anniversary as one of the oldest concert series in the country. In addition to the LA Phil and YOLA performances, Dudamel's January 7 through 9 visit will also include panel discussions on topics including the intersection of art and faith, civic engagement, and El Sistema.
Winners Announced for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Anchorage Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 02, 2019
We are pleased to announce the winners for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Anchorage Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and voted on by you - the local theatergoers!
Final Chance to Vote for the BWW Anchorage Awards!
by BWW Staff - December 24, 2018
It's the last week to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Anchorage Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
NEWSIES Coming To Glenn Massay Theater Next Month
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2018
The Newsboys are dancing their way to Anchorage January 25th 2019.
Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2018 BWW Anchorage Awards!
by BWW Staff - December 17, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Anchorage Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Three Weeks Left To Vote For the BWW Anchorage Awards!
by BWW Staff - December 10, 2018
There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Anchorage Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
Burlesque Documentary To Screen In Anchorage
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2018
The world is opening their eyes to THE OLD STRIPPER. And she's coming to a local movie theater near you in Alaska.
Vote For The 2018 BWW Anchorage Awards; DISENCHANTED Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - December 03, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Anchorage Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
The New Standards Holiday Show Is Tradition With A Twist
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2018
For more than 10 years The New Standards and friends have dazzled audiences around the country with their soulful, funny, and spectacular holiday show. This year, for the first time in Alaska, Anchorage audiences can ring in the yule with this unique twist on traditional holiday concerts - one part variety show, one part homage to the season, one part irreverent, freewheeling spectacle, Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 in the Discovery Theatre, presented and coordinated by Anchorage Concert Association.
World-Premiere of FRANKLIN Opens Nov. 30 at Perseverance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2018
A scientist and a songwriter hunt for answers in Franklin, a world-premiere play by Samantha Noble, launching Nov. 30-Dec. 16 at Perseverance Theatre, Alaska's professional regional theatre company. The production, directed by Hannah Wolf (Juneau bred, a 2018 O'Neill Center National Directing Fellow), features original music by Juneau-based indie composer Marian Call.
Vote For The 2018 BroadwayWorld Anchorage Awards; TBA Theatre Leads Theater of the Year!
by BWW Staff - November 26, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Anchorage Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
DIARY OF A WORM, A SPIDER AND A FLY Comes to Cyrano's
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2018
Diary of a Worm, a Spider, and a Fly comes to Cyrano's December 1-23.
MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY Comes to Cyrano's
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2018
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley comes to Cyrano's November 30 - December 23, 2018.
AYO Presents its Fall Concert November 27
by BWW News Desk - November 25, 2018
Alaska Youth Orchestras presents Anchorage Youth Symphony in a dynamic concert featuring alumni soloist, Ceylon Mitchell II. Mitchell, a flutist, played with the Anchorage Youth Symphony for several years.
MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET THE MUSICAL Comes to Valley Performing Arts Today
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2018
MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET THE MUSICAL will be at the Valley Performing Arts, running from November 23 to December 16. 

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