WPBT2 Receives $150,000 Grant from Newman's Own FoundationFebruary 4, 2013WPBT2 has been awarded a $ 150,000 challenge grant over two years from Newman's Own Foundation, the independent foundation created by the late actor and philanthropist, Paul Newman. The award to WPBT2 reflects the ongoing commitment of Newman's Own Foundation to support open dialogue and promote civic engagement.
LIFE COULD BE A DREAM Opens 2/14 at the AVO PlayhouseFebruary 4, 2013The doo-wop musical hit LIFE COULD BE A DREAM continues Moonlight Stage Productions' 2013 Winter Season with performances from Feb. 14 through Mar. 10. Tickets are priced from $22-$30 and are on sale now through the VisTix box office by calling (760) 724-2110 or visiting www.moonlightstage.com.
THE MADRID, Starring Edie Falco, Begins Performances TomorrowFebruary 4, 2013Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of THE MADRID, the new play by Liz Flahive, directed by Leigh Silverman begins previews tomorrow, February 5 at 7 PM at MTC at New York City Center - Stage I (131 West 55th Street) in preparation for a Tuesday, February 26 opening night. The limited engagement has already been extended through Sunday, April 21.
Chris Botti Plays the King Center, 4/28February 4, 2013Trumpeter Chris Botti is described as a gifted instrumentalist, a talented composer, and a charismatic performer who--since the release of his first solo album in 1995--has created a series of recordings that have made him a virtual genre-of-one in the realm of contemporary jazz.
Celebration Theatre Opens WOLVES, 3/8February 4, 2013Celebration Theatre has announced the second show of its celebratory 30th Anniversary Season, the rolling world premiere of a new play, WOLVES, written by Steve Yockey (Very Still and Hard to See, The Fisherman's Wife) and directed by Ovation award-winner and Celebration Theatre's Co-Artistic Director Michael Matthews (Justin Love, The Color Purple). WOLVES will begin previews on Friday, March 1 and will open on Friday, March 8 and will perform through Sunday, May 5 at Celebration Theatre, 7051B Santa Monica Blvd in Hollywood.
'The Band and Music From Big Pink' Plays MCCC's Kelsey Theatre, 2/22-24February 4, 2013The Reock & Roll Revue is returning to Mercer County Community College's Kelsey Theatre for a weekend of performances of the band's latest show, "The Band and Music From Big Pink," a tribute to the classic group of the late '60s and early '70s. The theater gets rocking on Friday, Feb. 22, at 8 p.m., with additional shows on Saturday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, Feb. 24 at 2 p.m. Kelsey Theatre is located on Mercer's West Windsor campus, 1200 Old Trenton Road.
PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Comes to The Academy of Music, Feb.26-Mar. 3February 4, 2013The first national tour of Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical is coming to Philadelphia at the Academy of Music from February 26 through March 3. Part of the Broadway Season presented by the Kimmel Center and the Shubert Organization, the press opening is scheduled for Tues. Feb. 26 at 7:30 pm.
Imagination Stage to Present Roald Dahl Shows in Repertory, 4/3-5/26February 4, 2013James and the Giant Peach, the beloved and well-read Roald Dahl story returns to Imagination Stage and teams up with the world premiere of The Magic Finger, one of Dahl's lesser known stories. Both shows, performed on the same stage and using the same set and cast, will create an exciting, hilarious, and Dahl-icious spring repertory at Imagination Stage.
CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Begins 2/12 in DallasFebruary 4, 2013Based on the hit DreamWorks film and the incredible true story that inspired it, the first national tour of the high-flying Broadway musical CATCH ME IF YOU CAN will land in Dallas, Texas, presented by Dallas Summer Musicals at the Music Hall at Fair Park for a limited engagement February 12-24, 2013. Single tickets will be priced from $15-$85 at The Box Office, 5959 Royal Lane, and all Ticketmaster locations, or online at www.ticketmaster.com. For groups of 15 or more, call 214-426-GROUP (4768).
WAR HORSE Now On Sale in AppletonFebruary 4, 2013The National Theatre of Great Britain's epic War Horse, winner of five 2011 Tony Awards, will make its premiere at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center June 25-30.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Opens 23 March in SydneyFebruary 4, 2013THE ADDAMS FAMILY, Broadway's musical comedy based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, will have its Australian premiere in Sydney on Saturday 23 March 2013 at Sydney's Capitol Theatre.
'A Panda Suit, Pythagoras, and Plenty of Puns' Set for FRIGID Festival, 2/21-3/3February 4, 2013Based on the art of punning, this fun, off-beat and witty one-man stand-up comedy show includes the story of a panda suit, and winds from a reverent discussion of Dr. Dre to an irreverent discussion of the dating lives of Plato and Pythagoras. Through a multitude of topics and presentation techniques, Nikhil Tilwalli demonstrates that Woody Allen's and Steve Martin's, non-observational approach to generating humor, first writing a punch line and then writing a premise to match, is alive and well.
Corey Cott, Emma Hunton and More Set for The TRL Generation: Broadway Loves BritneyFebruary 4, 2013After last summer's hugely successful "Broadway Sings The 90's," 'The TRL Generation' returns at the Canal Room on Sunday, March 3rd at with "Broadway Loves Britney," a song and dance extravaganza paying tribute to our generation's princess of pop, Ms. Britney Spears. The 9:30PM concert will be produced and musically directed by Benjamin Rauhala and directed by Kyle Fox, with musical arrangements and orchestrations by Joey Contreras, Benjamin Rauhala, and Charlie Rosen.
The Art Wynwood Fair Returns 2/14-18February 4, 2013Following its widely acclaimed inaugural edition, the groundbreaking Art Wynwood Fair, enthusiastically embraced by the international art dealer community, Miami and the Wynwood Arts District will return for its second year during Presidents Weekend February 14- 18, 2013. The lure of cutting edge street art, pop surrealism and murals, as well as, the finest in contemporary and modern art, proved irresistible to international collectors and art enthusiasts. The second edition of Art Wynwood is responding to this fast growing interest and has expanded to include over 70 premier international galleries.
Al Jarreau to Perform with the CSO, 3/9February 4, 2013Al Jarreau's unique vocal style is described as one of the world's most precious treasures. His innovative musical expressions have made him one of the most exciting and critically acclaimed performers of our time, earning him seven Grammy Awards, scores of international music awards, and popular accolades worldwide.
Wishbone Ash Set 2013 North America Spring TourFebruary 4, 2013Wishbone Ash, one of the most influential guitar bands in the history of rock, kicks off the North American leg of their 2013 tour on February 28. The group returns to these shores following a successful spring tour last year to celebrate the release of their highly acclaimed studio album, 'Elegant Stealth', and on the heels of the 'RoadWorks 3' release, a collection of live performances.
New York International Ballet Competition Cancels June 2013 EventFebruary 4, 2013This year, ballet dancers around the world will not have the same extraordinary opportunities their forebears have had in the past several decades as New York International Ballet Competition (NYIBC) announces the cancellation of its 11th competition, slated on the organization's 30th Anniversary this June 1-23, 2013 at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Frederick P. Rose Hall, Time Warner Center, New York City.