NY Philharmonic Hosts Historic 15,000th Concert 5/5April 22, 2010The New York Philharmonic, the oldest symphony orchestra in the United States and one of the oldest in the world, will perform its 15,000 concert - a milestone unmatched by any other symphony orchestra in the world - on Wednesday, May 5, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. at Avery Fisher Hall. An estimated 46,835,718 people have heard the Philharmonic live, in person, since its inception in 1842; 1,590 musicians have served as members of the Orchestra over the years.
PETA Features the Late Bea Arthur in Ad Against McDonald'sApril 22, 2010PopEater.com is reporting that PETA has released an ad against McDonald's that features the likeness of late actress and long-time animal rights supporter Bea Arthur. Arthur, star of stage and screen, died just before her 87th birthday from cancer in April of last year.
Long Wharf Features Ivey, ELLA et al. in '10-'11 SeasonApril 22, 2010Long Wharf Theatre, under the leadership of Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein and Managing Director Ray Cullom, announces four plays of its 2010-2011 season - a celebration of one of history's greatest jazz singers, a one-woman tour-de-force comedy, an exciting verbal duel and the newest from Athol Fugard.
McLane, Peters, Rivera et al. Set for 'Broadway Unleashed' Animal Rescue Benefit, 5/17April 22, 2010Broadway Unleashed will present'Stars Of Broadway In Concert,' a benefit to support the Sean Casey Animal Rescue, on May 17 at Backstage at Trattoria Dopo Teatro. Set to perform are special guests Bernadette Peters and Chita Rivera other appearances by Tony Award Winner Beth Leavel, Everett Bradley, Robert Creighton, Malcolm Getz, Darius De Haas, Daled Hensley , Gina Ferrall, Dee Hoty, Norm Lewis, Rosemary Loar, Olga Merediz, Howard McGillin, and Judy McLane.
Tony Winner Faith Prince Brings 'Leap of Faith' to Caramoor Center, 5/8April 22, 2010Tony winner Faith Prince will be performing her acclaimed 'A Leap of Faith' cabaret act at the Caramoor Center For Music and the Arts on May 5th. The 8:30 PM performance in the Music Room of the Rosen House will benefit the center and will be followed by a champagne and dessert reception with Prince.
Strauss-Led AT HOME AT THE ZOO Launches Victory Gardens '10-'11 SeasonApril 22, 2010Victory Gardens Theater Artistic Director Dennis Zacek announced today exciting plans for the company's 38th season, promising 'new and compelling stories that transform, entertain and reflect the human condition.' The season will kick off with Edward Albee's At Home At The Zoo, starring Peter Strauss.
GLEE-Cap: The Power of MadonnaApril 21, 2010On this week's episode of GLEE, Mr. Schue, observing the bullying that the girl members of the club are receiving from the guys, gives his students an assignment: pick a Madonna song and, in the words of the songstress herself, 'Express Yourself.' The premise, a rehash of last week's assignment to find a 'Hello'-themed song, is already becoming tired and redundant; not only is the series getting less original, but its preachy aspects are amplified to incredible levels in this episode.