Theatre at the Center Presents LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD, 6/24May 10, 2012Little Red and her friends are traveling over the river and through the woods, on their way to the Theatre at the Center stage in the Chicago Kids Company production of LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD. This show, packed with audience participation will be presented at Theatre at the Center's Theatre for Young Audiences, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, on Sunday, June 24that 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s Showcase Noir Set for 6/2 & 6/3May 11, 2012The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust's Showcase Noir is an exhibit that celebrates the works of artists and designers of the African Diaspora. 2012 marks the 9thyear the Cultural Trust has presented this exhibit showcasing works for sale ? paintings, sculptures, photographs, fiber art, jewelry, pottery and art in various mediums ? from emerging and established artists, both local and national.
IDOL WATCH: The Top 4 Perform!May 9, 2012It's down to the final four on American Idol, and tonight's themes were 'California Dreamin' (which features songs about California or were performed by Californians) and the even vaguer 'Songs You Wish You Wrote.' With the choices so varied, who brought down the house and who'll be headed back to theirs? Find out now!
Luca Pisaroni Announces Upcoming EventsMay 9, 2012Luca Pisaroni will reprise the role of Figaro in productions of Mozart's Le nozze di Figaro at the Bavarian State Opera in Munich (May 3-13) and at the Vienna State Opera (June 3-13).
Imago Theatre Opens THE BLACK LIZARD FridayMay 9, 2012It's 1968 and a dazzling jewel thief has left Tiffany's behind for Tokyo. In order to possess the perfect diamond, The Black Lizard and her underground amphibian gang pursue the Star of Egypt, through the jeweler's perfectly beautiful daughter. Her kidnapping leads to a pursuit all over Japan and into a museum of terror.
Robin Flower and Libby McLaren Play the Freight, 6/2May 9, 2012Bay Area musical favorites, Robin Flower and Libby McLaren will perform a selection of brand new tunes and other choice picks from their extended catalog of original songs. Joining them in the celebration will be their hot band of longtime musical compatriots: bass player extraordinaire, Jan Martinelli; fiddle, guitar and vocals with their friend from 'Wake The Dead', Danny Carnahan; and percussion master Peter Maund.
TINY DYNAMITE Receives NY Premiere at 59E59 TheatersMay 9, 201259E59 Theaters welcomes Origin Theatre Company with the New York City premiere of TINY DYNAMITE, written by Abi Morgan and directed by Matt Torney. TINY DYNAMITE begins performances on Thursday, June 7 for a limited engagement through Sunday, July 1.
Algonquin Theater Productions Announces Staff ChangesMay 9, 2012Algonquin Theater Productions, producers of the Off Broadway shows Sessions, The Devil and Billy Markham and An Evening at the Carlyle announces a change in staff. Beginning immediately, Merry Beamer and Debra Whitfield join the current Artistic Director, Tony Sportiello, to form a triumvirate, as the company heads into its eighth year.
UNPLUGGED IN to Premiere at Theatre Row, 5/25May 9, 2012UNPLUGGED IN, Brian Pracht's new drama about three friends trying to connect at the end of the world, will receive its world premiere at New York City's Theatre Row in a production directed by Michelle Bossy, the Associate Artistic Director of Primary Stages. Performances begin May 25.
Riccardo Chailly and Stefano Bollani Release SOUNDS OF THE 30S, 5/22May 9, 2012Following the success of last year's recording of Gershwin's Piano Concerto and Rhapsody in Blue, conductor Riccardo Chailly and pianist Stefano Bollani return with an album of jazz-inspired classical works, including two world-premiere recordings. The album, which was recorded live at the Gewandhaus, Leipzig, will be released on May 22, 2012.
Ars Nova Announces QUEEN BEE Reading, 5/12May 9, 2012 Ars Nova presents, as part of the Out Loud series, a FREE reading of: QUEEN BEE by Sharyn Rothstein, directed by Adrienne Campbell-Holt. The cast includes Leslie Ayvazian, Kyle Beltran, Aya Cash, Will Jackson Harper and Chip Zien.