Brooklyn Museum Announces Public Programs For May & JuneApril 8, 2010During May and June the Brooklyn Museum will present a variety of public programs for adults including a panel discussion about pioneering female classical musicians, a fashion showcase featuring Brooklyn designers, a performance by the Brooklyn Philharmonic, and a symposium about the historic collaboration that has resulted in the Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Aranoff Center Presents 'Identity' Student Art Show 4/17-5/2April 8, 2010How do the children of Greater Cincinnati see and interpret the world around them? Find out as the Cincinnati Arts Association (CAA) hosts an exhibition of artwork by local students based on the theme 'Identity.' The exhibition will be on display in the Aronoff Center's Fifth Third Bank Theater (7th & Main Streets, downtown Cincinnati) from Saturday, April 17 - Sunday, May 2, 2010. Exhibition hours are Thursdays & Fridays, 3:00 - 7:00 PM and Saturdays & Sundays, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM. The Student Art Show is free and open to the public.
Colony Theatre Presents GOT MUSICAL! 4/19April 8, 2010Where can you see excerpts from thirteen brand new musicals currently in development for producers across the country? At the Colony Theatre in Burbank - on Monday, April 19th at 7:30 - when the Academy for New Musical Theatre showcases their producer-driven model of creating new musicals from scratch to suit particular producers' needs.
The National Theater Presents Dom Wyspia'skiegoApril 8, 20109 kwietnia mija pi lat od mierci Jerzego Grzegorzewskiego, pierwszego dyrektora Teatru Narodowego po jego odbudowie w roku 1997. Z okazji rocznicy Teatr Narodowy przygotowa ksik próbujc przyjrze si programowi tej dyrekcji sformuowanemu jako „Dom Wyspiaskiego'. Grzegorzewski do chwili mierci wyreyserowa sze wybitnych przedstawie wedug dramatów tego autora: dwie wersje Nocy listopadowej, Sdziów, Wesele, Hamleta Stanisawa Wyspiaskiego oraz nawizujcy do Wyspiaskiego - On. Drugi Powrót Odysa.??
Die Höhner Comes Back to the German TheatreApril 8, 2010'Da simma dabei, dat is prima, Viva Colonia', schallte es am 30. November 2009 durchsDeutsche Theater. Die Höhner waren zu Gast und rockten das Zelt in Fröttmaning.Neben bekannten Hits und Partykrachern gab es aber auch neue Songs desdruckfrischen Albums 'Himmel Hoch High' zu hören. Im Rahmen der gleichnamigen Tourmachen die Höhner nach ihrem umjubelten Konzert 2009 knapp ein Jahr später nunerneut Station im Deutschen Theater.
New Georges Receives Significant Mellon Foundation Grant, Announces 2010 InitiativesApril 8, 2010New Georges has announced that the company has received a three-year, $90,000 grant from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation which supports the creation of an artistic director's discretionary fund. This grant is intended to help New Georges maintain financial stability during these volatile economic times, and thereby continue to do excellent artistic work, take risks, commit to new plays/artistic projects, and invest in artists over time.
Reggie's Rock Room Presents NERDLESQUE 4/16April 8, 2010New Millennium Theatre Company (NMTC) presents a special performance of The Flaming Dames, Chicago's premiere concept burlesque troupe, in ‘Nerdlesque' at Reggie's Rock Room.
SHEAR MADNESS To Close At Florida Studio Theatre 4/18April 6, 2010After a successful nine week run at Florida Studio Theatre, Shear Madness will close on Sunday, April 18, 2010. Shear Madness opened to audiences raving on February 18, 2010. 'That was hysterical,' 'That was tremendous fun,' and 'Dynamite' are a few of the exiting comments. The critics have agreed 'Crazy fun,' reviewed the Sarasota Herald-Tribune, 'Great fun,' remarked Sarasota Magazine and 'Howling with Laughter,' exclaimed the Pelican Press. Shear Madness, by Paul Portner; Adapted by Marilyn Abrams and Bruce Jordan; Original Director: Bruce Jordan is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the longest running play in the history of American Theatre and is hailed as America's Favorite Comedy
Berkshire Theatre Festival's THE LAST FIVE YEARS To Star Reiber, Stewart 6/22-7/10April 6, 2010Julie Reiber and Paul Anthony Stewart will be kicking off the 2010 Main Stage season in The Last Five Years. Written and composed by Jason Robert Brown and directed by Anders Cato, this musical tells the story of the relationship of Jamie and Cathy in a unique way: Cathy starts the show at the end of the relationship and moves back through to the start, whereas Jamie begins at the couple's first meeting and moves forward through time. This unique and touching musical features incredible music and an intimate look at two people seeking nothing more than love.
Pull-Tight Players Host Prelude Event W/Cast of JOSEPH 4/8April 6, 2010Pull-Tight members and the general public are invited to our next Prelude event on Thursday, April 8, at 7:00 pm at the theatre. Dr. Steve Cook will speak on 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat: Egypt, the Bible, and Popular Culture.' The cast of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat will open the Prelude with a brief scene from the show, followed by Dr. Cook's talk and discussion with the audience. The Prelude should last approximately one hour and is free.
Geja's Cafe Announces Mother's Day Specials 5/9April 6, 2010Geja's Café, located at 340 W. Armitage, will treat all moms to a complimentary 5-minute massage on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 9. Licensed massage therapists from Lincoln Park Massage Spa, will give all mothers a little well deserved pampering while they dine. The restaurant will open at noon on Mother's Day. For reservations, call 773-281-9101.
Know Theatre Presents THE EYES OF OEDIPUS 4/28-5/15April 6, 2010Know Theatre of Cincinnati is pleased to announce a special off-night production of The Eyes of Oedipus, a new adaptation of Oedipus Rex. Know Theatre company member, Alison Vodnoy has created a new adaptation of the classic Greek tale and Darnell Benjamin will be playing Oedipus. Eric Vosmeier, Managing Artistic Director of Know Theatre, will direct the piece. The Eyes of Oedipus will open on Know Theatre's stage on off-nights April 28 and playthrough May 15, 2010.
Marcus Center For the Performing Arts Presents UNRULY MUSIC 4/15-4/18April 6, 2010The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Peck School of the Arts and the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts are excited to present Unruly Music. This four-night audio and visual experience includes concerts by chamber music ensemble C2 and compositions and performances by Peck School of the Arts faculty and students. The festival runs April 15-18 at 7:30pm in Vogel Hall.
Steven White To Conduct Met's LA TRAVIATA 4/7, 4/10April 6, 2010Steven White, in his Met debut, will conduct the performance of La Traviata on April 7. As previously announced, White will also lead La Traviata on April 10, and Yves Abel will conduct on April 13, 17 matinee, 21, and 24.
Sony Masterworks Signs 4TROOPS; CD To Be Released 5/11April 6, 2010Sony MASTERWORKS announces the signing of 4TROOPS. Their debut self-titled CD will be available on May 11th with a portion of the proceeds from the sales to benefit veteran-related organizations. Sony chose to release the album during Armed Forces Week (May 8-May 15) which honors Americans serving in all five services - Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard.