TheaterLab Presents Workshop Hosted by Carlo Altomare, 4/24April 17, 2010TheaterLab will present an acting workshop hosted by Carlo Altomare. The Objective Acting Workshop will be an introduction to the non-fictional aspects of the art of acting. The workshop will take place April 24 from 11:00am to 5:00pm.
Southern Rep Welcomes New Associate Artistic DirectorApril 17, 2010Southern Rep, now in its 23rd season, welcomes Mark Routhier to the newly created staff position of Associate Artistic Director. In addition to significant new work development and dramaturgical support of SRT activities, Mark will manage the programming and oversight of Southern Rep's new Second Stage life at Le Chat Noir.
HBO Presents 'Masterclass,' 37 High Schoolers Hit NYCApril 17, 2010Thirty seven of the nation's top high school student actors, musicians, singers, dancers, writers, photographers, visual artists and filmmakers will travel to New York City for an intensive week of interdisciplinary artistic workshops and performances, April 17-23, sponsored by YoungArts, the core program of the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts. The students, YoungArts Gold and Silver winners from all across the country, will perform and exhibit at the Baryshnikov Arts Center and Affirmation Arts Gallery during the 2010 In the Studio Week, a Celebration of YoungArts Gold and Silver Winners.
Megan Mullally Will Replace Jane Lynch in Starz's 'Party Down'April 17, 2010Megan Mullally will join the cast of the Starz's television hit, 'Party Down.' Mullally joins the cast after the departure of GLEE star Jane Lynch, who starred in season one. Lynch left the show in order to continue her work on GLEE. Mullally's character will debut April 23rd.
German Music Authors' Awards to Honor Lyricist Michael KunzeApril 17, 2010The German Music Authors' Awards will honor lyricist and librettist Michael Kunze, presented on April 22 at the Axica building in Berlin. Kunze has worked extensively translating Broadway musicals, as well as the composer for Elisabeth, Tanz der Vampire, and Mozart!
Lady Gaga to Appear on 'American Idol,' 5/5April 17, 2010According to a recent Tweet from pop star Lady Gaga, the singer will appear on the hit television show 'American Idol' on May 5th. The tweet read 'See you on American Idol. May 5th, Little Monsters.'
Rebecca Spencer at the Castle on the Hudson, 5/16April 17, 2010Dobbs Ferry's own Rebecca Spencer ('Jekyll & Hyde') will be the final act for The Castle on the Hudson's Cabaret at The Castle series. The performance will take place May 16th at 8 p.m.
JERRY'S GIRLS Plays the Alden Stage, 4/23-5/8April 17, 2010Beginning April 23 for three weekends, the women from Jerry Herman's hit musicals will grace the Alden Theatre stage in his cabaret-style revue -- appropriately styled Jerry's Girls. Nine talented vocalists from all over the Washington area will sing and dance their way through more than thirty of Herman's tunes, including the title numbers from Mame, Hello Dolly! and Milk and Honey.
MIT Presents EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL, 4/23-5/1April 17, 2010The Musical Theatre Guild of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology will open their upcoming production of EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL on April 23rd. The production will play the Kresge Little Theatre and run through May 1st.
Queens University of Charlotte to Host Summer Voice WorkshopsApril 17, 2010For professional and vocational actors, Singing for Actors, being held this summer at Queens University of Charlotte, introduces singing in a way that will be useful for any singer. Classes will instruct on vocal anatomy and how to use the voice for characters and in song for musicals.
Douglas Hodge Compares LA CAGE to PinterApril 17, 2010Classically trained actor and Pinter enthusiast Douglas Hodge will take the Broadway stage later this month in the revival of the hit musical LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. Hodge, who earned critical acclaim for his portrayal of Albin in the London run of this production, recently spoke with the New York Times on his transition from Pinter to playing a drag queen.
Adam Lambert Announces 'Glam Nation' TourApril 17, 2010Adam Lambert has announced his first North American tour, which will be titled 'Glam Nation.' Dates for the concert will be released later this month. The tour will feature opening acts Orianthi and Alison Iraheta.
'IDOL' WATCH: Down to 7April 14, 2010"Idol" lost two of its contestants tonight, a consequence of Michael Lynche receiving the judges save last week. After receiving more than 34 million votes, two contestants were voted off, bringing the number down to seven. It was a tough night, as some of the audience favorites went home, but, the remaining contestants are a very solid group that is chock full of talent.
'IDOL' WATCH: The Top 9...AgainApril 14, 2010Tonight, 'Idol' saluted one of the greatest performers of all time, Elvis Presley. Tonight separated out the true performers, as Elvis is the epitome of stage presence. Thankfully, many of the performers were able to live up to his legacy and give great performances. Last season's runner up, Adam Lambert, was aptly chosen to coach this week and, out of all the coaches so far, seemed to have the most constructive criticisms for the contestants. He was almost always spot on with his suggestions and really helped up the ante for tonight's performances.
Voting on Laura Bell Bundy's CMT Music Video Awards Now AvailableApril 12, 2010Broadway star and country recording artist Laura Bell Bundy has made it to the preliminary stages of voting for the annual CMT Music Video Awards. Bell Bundy's video, 'Giddy Up!' is on the list for a public vote in order to gain a placement on the final list of nominees.
Lance Bass, Cat Cora, and Green Day Sponsor Gay-Friendly PromApril 12, 2010Lance Bass, chef Cat Cora, and Green Day will sponsor a gay-friendly prom in response to a Mississippi teen being conned into attending a fake prom earlier this month, Advocate.com is reporting. The event will take place in Mississippi on May 8th.
GLEE's Jane Lynch Confirms Engagement to Partner Lara EmbryApril 11, 2010GLEE's Jane Lynch confirmed to USMagazine.com earlier this week that she is engaged to her long-time partner, psychologist Lara Embry. Said Lynch, 'We don't have any plans at all yet. But I have a ring and everything. We're very happy and very excited!'