35MM Cast Recording Receives August Digital Release, September in StoresJuly 31, 2012Producer John Johnson announced today that the debut album from composer Ryan Scott Oliver, 35MM: A Musical Exhibition (Original Cast Recording), will be released digitally on Tuesday, August 14th by Ghostlight Records. The album will be available in stores on Tuesday, September 11th. (Pre-orders for the recording are now being taken at http://sh-k-boom.com/35mm.shtml.) An album release concert is being planned for mid-September, about which additional details will be announced shortly.
Rogelio Martinez Named Lark Mid-Career Playwright Fellowship RecipientJuly 31, 2012The Lark Play Development Center announced Rogelio Martinezas the inaugural recipient of the Lark Mid-Career Playwright Fellowship. This award is a new addition to a growing portfolio of fellowships at the New York City-based playwrights' laboratory that are designed to ensure economic stability for playwrights at transformative junctures in their careers. Effective immediately, the fellowship will last for two years and provide Martinez with financial support, creative resources and professional advocacy. This program is made possible with leadership support from the New York City's Theatre Subdistrict Counciland contributions from individual donors.
Hollywood Arts Council's 27th Annual Children's Festival of the Arts Set for 8/12July 31, 2012The Hollywood Arts Council will pull out all the stops this year at their 27th Annual Children's Festival of the Arts as they celebrate and honor Paramount Pictures' 100th Birthday. The FREE One-Day Only Festival will be held on Sunday, August 12, 2012 from 12-Noon - 4:30 p.m. at Paramount Pictures (5555 Melrose Avenue) in the shaded garden setting adjacent to their historic gated entrance. The festival feature live performances of dance and music from around the world, celebrities, family art workshops, face painting and puppet making.
Black Ensemble Theater Presents ONE NAME ONLY, 9/28-11/11July 31, 2012Black Ensemble Theater announces the World Premiere of One Name Only (Featuring the Hits of Aretha, Gladys, Patti, Chaka and A Tribute to Whitney), written and directed by Black Ensemble Associate Director Rueben Echoles. One Name Only will be presented at the new Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center, 4450 N. Clark Street in Chicago, September 28 - November 11. The official press opening is scheduled for Sunday, October 7, 2012 at 3:00PM.
Taproot Theatre Extends CHAPS! Through 8/18July 31, 2012Due to popular demand, Taproot Theatre Company has extended their hit musical Chaps! through August 18, giving people one more week to lasso their laughter and experience this mash-up of British humor and cowboy music.
Gamut Theatre Group Presents BEOWULF, 9/14-22July 31, 2012Gamut Theatre Group has announced the first production of its Stage Door Series initiative for the 2012-2013 season: an original adaptation of 'Beowulf', which will be presented on September 14-15 and 21-22 at 7:30 p.m. at Gamut Classic Theatre in Strawberry Square, Harrisburg.
BoHo Welcomes New Executive DirectorJuly 31, 2012Coming off of their successful 2011/2012 season at Theater Wit, BoHo Theatre today announced its new Executive Director, Kaela Altman, who will be taking over the position from Peter Blair. Blair served as the company's Executive Director for two seasons following the tenure of founding Executive Director Tom Samorian in 2010. Blair will remain an active company member with BoHo.
Little Theatre of the Deaf to Perform in New London, 8/19-26July 31, 2012The Little Theatre of the Deaf company will present their family-oriented production Stories In My Pocket Too at Hygienic Art Park in New London, CT, on August 19, 21 and 26. Performances times will be at 10am and 1pm. Admission is free to the public.
Full Performance Schedule and Live Bands Announced for UglyRhino's 2012 Micro-SeasonJuly 31, 2012UglyRhino Productions has announced the full line-up of bands and warehouse parties for the 2012 Micro-Season. With one ticket price you will receive admission to every event that night, including emerging musicians and performers, warehouse parties, and plays, which you can enjoy while sipping on your two free curated cocktails.
Garden State Players Present FOOTLOOSE, 8/10-19July 31, 2012The Garden State Players concludes its first season with the high-energy rock musical "Footloose," opening Thursday, Aug. 10 and playing through Sunday, Aug. 19 at Raritan High School, 419 Middle Road, Hazlet. A portion of the ticket sales will benefit the new Pediatric Care Center at Bayshore Community Hospital, Holmdel.
Wolfgang Gartner Comes to the Boulder Theatre, 10/16July 31, 2012"I have to make something that's never been made before; have to make the best thing that I've ever done in my life - otherwise it gets stagnant or worse," says producer/DJ Wolfgang Gartner. Whether or not his progressively more maximilist take on electro-house is your bag or not, you have to respect his exponentially steep rise through the electro-house ranks. And Lord knows, you've heard it -- or about it: flipping Beethoven's 5th for the 4 am crowd; eight #1 tracks on Beatport; remix/collabs with Britney Spears, Timbaland and Black Eyed Peas; festival-highlight performances at Coachella '10 and Electric Daisy Carnival's '10 and '11.
Masters of Illusion Live! Play the State Theatre, 9/21July 31, 2012Masters of Illusion Live!, the touring magic show based on the award-winning "Masters of Illusion" TV series, will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 21, 2012 at Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre. Consisting of 'eye-popping illusionists, daring escape and quick change artists, two tigers, beautiful dancers and comedy magic, this theatrical experience is totally live with no camera tricks or computer graphics. Audience members will become part of the act as they are called on stage to assist with the illusions.' Tickets go on sale at Noon on Friday, August 3. Visit HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787 to purchase or for more information.
Warner Stage Company's 2012-2013 Season On Sale NowJuly 31, 2012The Warner Theatre has announced the Warner Stage Company's 2012-2013 Season. Season Subscriptions are now opened. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a great season of shows at a great price!
Tom Gold Dance Joins Stars Of Ballet in Bilbao, SpainJuly 31, 2012Tom Gold Dance has been invited to be a part of Stars Of Ballet in Bilbao, Spain, as part of the program Works & Process at the Guggenheim They will present two performances on Wednesday, August 1st at 12:00pm and 7:00 pm at El Auditorio del Museo Guggenheim, Bilbao, Spain.