Kartemquin is proud to announce a collaboration with Al Jazeera America on Hard Earned, a six-part documentary series scheduled to air in early 2015. Production has already begun on the series, which will explore the lives of five American families striving to keep food on the table and their dignity intact despite the reality of high living expenses and low wages.
Five stories, located in San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Milwaukee, and two in the Chicago area, will be intertwined into six one-hour episodes. The series will shed more light on an ever-growing sector of the American workforce. Directing the individual strands are Katy Chevigny (E-Team, Election Day), Maria Finitzo (Mapping Stem Cell Research: Terra Incognita), Ruth Leitman (Tony and Janina
Five stories, located in San Francisco, Washington, D.C., Milwaukee, and two in the Chicago area, will be intertwined into six one-hour episodes. The series will shed more light on an ever-growing sector of the American workforce. Directing the individual strands are Katy Chevigny (E-Team, Election Day), Maria Finitzo (Mapping Stem Cell Research: Terra Incognita), Ruth Leitman (Tony and Janina
A Chick & A Dude Productions Opens 10th Anniversary Season with A STEADY RAIN, Now thru 3/9
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2013
A Chick & A Dude Productions presents the Austin premiere of Keith Huff's A STEADY RAIN. The critically acclaimed script will be performed at Hyde Park Theatre, 511 W. 43rd St. The show runs Todays through Saturdays, tonight, February 21 - March 9 at 8 pm....
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2013
A Chick & A Dude Productions presents the Austin premiere of Keith Huff's A STEADY RAIN. The critically acclaimed script will be performed at Hyde Park Theatre, 511 W. 43rd St. The show runs Todays through Saturdays, tonight, February 21 - March 9 at 8 pm....
A Chick & A Dude Productions Will Present A STEADY RAIN, Beginning 2/21
by Kelsey Denette - February 06, 2013
A Chick & A Dude Productions presents the Austin premiere of Keith Huff's A Steady Rain. The critically acclaimed script will be performed at Hyde Park Theatre, 511 W. 43rd St. The show runs Thursdays-Saturdays, February 21-March 9 at 8 PM. Tickets are sliding-scale, $15-$25 ($10-$20 Thursdays.) $10...
by Kelsey Denette - February 06, 2013
A Chick & A Dude Productions presents the Austin premiere of Keith Huff's A Steady Rain. The critically acclaimed script will be performed at Hyde Park Theatre, 511 W. 43rd St. The show runs Thursdays-Saturdays, February 21-March 9 at 8 PM. Tickets are sliding-scale, $15-$25 ($10-$20 Thursdays.) $10...
Counselor Steve Warner Pens Insightful New Book, ‘Milestones'
by Robert Diamond - January 24, 2013
"After 25 successful years as a counselor, I felt the gentle but persistent nudge of God to write down some of my hard-earned lessons," author Steve Warner explains. "Especially those that have an impact on our relationships with God and people." With his new book, "Milestones: On the Road Home" (pu...
by Robert Diamond - January 24, 2013
"After 25 successful years as a counselor, I felt the gentle but persistent nudge of God to write down some of my hard-earned lessons," author Steve Warner explains. "Especially those that have an impact on our relationships with God and people." With his new book, "Milestones: On the Road Home" (pu...
Platt and Truant Reunite to Launch UNICORN WESTERN 2
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2013
Unicorn Western 2 is also the second book to be co-authored by the independently published duo. As a sequel to the original Unicorn Western, it continues the story of gunslinger Clint Guilliver and his talking unicorn Edward as they pursue the dark rider Dharma Kold....
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2013
Unicorn Western 2 is also the second book to be co-authored by the independently published duo. As a sequel to the original Unicorn Western, it continues the story of gunslinger Clint Guilliver and his talking unicorn Edward as they pursue the dark rider Dharma Kold....
Frederic Yonnet and Angie Stone Added to Yoshi's San Francisco Lineup, 1/26 & 2/28-3/2
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2012
Yoshi's San Francisco on Fillmore Street just added the following concerts at its world-renowned venue: Frédéric Yonnet with special guest (Sat, Jan 26, 8 & 10pm) and Angie Stone (Thu-Sat, Feb 28-Mar 2). For more information on these shows, go to http://yoshis.com/sanfrancisco....
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2012
Yoshi's San Francisco on Fillmore Street just added the following concerts at its world-renowned venue: Frédéric Yonnet with special guest (Sat, Jan 26, 8 & 10pm) and Angie Stone (Thu-Sat, Feb 28-Mar 2). For more information on these shows, go to http://yoshis.com/sanfrancisco....
A Chick & A Dude Productions To Open Tenth Anniversary Season With Austin Premier Of A STEADY RAIN, 02/21 - 03/09
by Patrick Nugent - December 18, 2012
A Chick & A Dude Productions presents the Austin premier of Keith Huff's A STEADY RAIN. The critically acclaimed script will be performed at Hyde Park Theatre, 511 W. 43rd St. The show runs Thursdays through Saturdays, February 21 - March 9 at 8 pm....
by Patrick Nugent - December 18, 2012
A Chick & A Dude Productions presents the Austin premier of Keith Huff's A STEADY RAIN. The critically acclaimed script will be performed at Hyde Park Theatre, 511 W. 43rd St. The show runs Thursdays through Saturdays, February 21 - March 9 at 8 pm....
Bruno Mars, Kelly Clarkson & More Set for THE VOICE Finale Tonight
by TV News Desk - December 18, 2012
NBC announced a star-powered marquee of guest stars for the live, two-hour THE VOICE finale for its third cycle tonight, December 18 (8-10 p.m. ET) with Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Bruno Mars and The Killers set to perform. The finale that night will conclude when a new champion is crowned....
by TV News Desk - December 18, 2012
NBC announced a star-powered marquee of guest stars for the live, two-hour THE VOICE finale for its third cycle tonight, December 18 (8-10 p.m. ET) with Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Bruno Mars and The Killers set to perform. The finale that night will conclude when a new champion is crowned....
Simon Cowell Reportedly Wants Rihanna for THE X FACTOR
by Tyler Peterson - December 16, 2012
Following this week's announcement that L.A. Reid would not return for a third season of THE X FACTOR, creator Simon Cowell is on the hunt for a superstar to fill his judge's chair. According the U.K.'s The Sun (which is a tabloid, so, nothing's definite), Cowell wants pop-diva Rihanna for the posit...
by Tyler Peterson - December 16, 2012
Following this week's announcement that L.A. Reid would not return for a third season of THE X FACTOR, creator Simon Cowell is on the hunt for a superstar to fill his judge's chair. According the U.K.'s The Sun (which is a tabloid, so, nothing's definite), Cowell wants pop-diva Rihanna for the posit...
Rose Foundation Achieves $5.25 Million Goal for Exterior Renovation
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2012
The Rose Blumkin Performing Arts Center Foundation has hit its $5.25 million goal for the exterior phase of the capital campaign which began in April 2011. The goal of the campaign is to raise $6,000,195 to weatherproof and repair the roof, domes and facades of The Rose; to restore the ceiling of th...
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2012
The Rose Blumkin Performing Arts Center Foundation has hit its $5.25 million goal for the exterior phase of the capital campaign which began in April 2011. The goal of the campaign is to raise $6,000,195 to weatherproof and repair the roof, domes and facades of The Rose; to restore the ceiling of th...
Bruno Mars, Kelly Clarkson & More Set for THE VOICE Finale, 12/18
by Caryn Robbins - December 13, 2012
NBC announced a star-powered marquee of guest stars for the live, two-hour THE VOICE finale for its third cycle on Tuesday, December 18 (8-10 p.m. ET) with Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Bruno Mars and The Killers set to perform. The finale that night will conclude when a new champion is crowned....
by Caryn Robbins - December 13, 2012
NBC announced a star-powered marquee of guest stars for the live, two-hour THE VOICE finale for its third cycle on Tuesday, December 18 (8-10 p.m. ET) with Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Bruno Mars and The Killers set to perform. The finale that night will conclude when a new champion is crowned....
Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson & More to Perform on Season Finale of THE VOICE
by Tyler Peterson - December 12, 2012
NBC announced a star-powered marquee of guest stars for the live, two-hour finale for its third cycle on Tuesday, December 18 (8-10 p.m. ET) with Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Bruno Mars and The Killers set to perform. The finale that night will conclude when a new champion is crowned. ...
by Tyler Peterson - December 12, 2012
NBC announced a star-powered marquee of guest stars for the live, two-hour finale for its third cycle on Tuesday, December 18 (8-10 p.m. ET) with Rihanna, Kelly Clarkson, Bruno Mars and The Killers set to perform. The finale that night will conclude when a new champion is crowned. ...
The Rock 'n Soul Medicine Show Comes to QPAC, 28 February
by Kelsey Denette - December 11, 2012
The Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) presents The Rock 'n Soul Medicine Show, which brings together iconic Australian artists Tim Rogers (You Am I) and nine-piece soul/funk outfit The Bamboos for one night only on Thursday 28 February, 2013 in the Concert Hall....
by Kelsey Denette - December 11, 2012
The Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) presents The Rock 'n Soul Medicine Show, which brings together iconic Australian artists Tim Rogers (You Am I) and nine-piece soul/funk outfit The Bamboos for one night only on Thursday 28 February, 2013 in the Concert Hall....
The Louis Armstrong House Museum Hosts 2nd Annual Gala Today
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2012
The Louis Armstrong House Museum Gala will be held today, December 4, 2012 at the Manhattan Penthouse, 80 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011. The cocktail hour begins at 6:00 pm; dinner and the awards ceremony follow at 7:15 pm featuring a special performance by David Ostwald's Louis Armstrong Centenn...
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2012
The Louis Armstrong House Museum Gala will be held today, December 4, 2012 at the Manhattan Penthouse, 80 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011. The cocktail hour begins at 6:00 pm; dinner and the awards ceremony follow at 7:15 pm featuring a special performance by David Ostwald's Louis Armstrong Centenn...
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'The Living Christmas Company' on ABC's SHARK TANK
by Caryn Robbins - November 21, 2012
Below, check out a pitch for 'The Living Christmas Company' on the upcoming episode of ABC's SHARK TANK!...
by Caryn Robbins - November 21, 2012
Below, check out a pitch for 'The Living Christmas Company' on the upcoming episode of ABC's SHARK TANK!...
The Louis Armstrong House Museum Announces 2nd Annual Gala, 12/4
by Kelsey Denette - November 08, 2012
The Louis Armstrong House Museum Gala will be held on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at the Manhattan Penthouse, 80 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011. The cocktail hour begins at 6:00 pm; dinner and the awards ceremony follow at 7:15 pm featuring a special performance by David Ostwald's Louis Armstrong Ce...
by Kelsey Denette - November 08, 2012
The Louis Armstrong House Museum Gala will be held on Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at the Manhattan Penthouse, 80 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011. The cocktail hour begins at 6:00 pm; dinner and the awards ceremony follow at 7:15 pm featuring a special performance by David Ostwald's Louis Armstrong Ce...
Emmylou Harris Launches Red Dirt Boys Australian Today, Nov 6
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2012
Already celebrated as a discoverer and interpreter of other artists' songs, 12-time Grammy Award winner Emmylou Harris has, in the last decade, gained admiration as much for her eloquently straightforward songwriting as for her incomparably expressive singing. On Hard Bargain, her third Nonesuch dis...
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2012
Already celebrated as a discoverer and interpreter of other artists' songs, 12-time Grammy Award winner Emmylou Harris has, in the last decade, gained admiration as much for her eloquently straightforward songwriting as for her incomparably expressive singing. On Hard Bargain, her third Nonesuch dis...
John Legend Postpones Tour; Van Wezel Stop Cancelled
by Kelsey Denette - October 03, 2012
John Legend, originally scheduled to play the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Friday, October 19th, has postponed his upcoming tour in order to finish work on his new studio album....
by Kelsey Denette - October 03, 2012
John Legend, originally scheduled to play the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on Friday, October 19th, has postponed his upcoming tour in order to finish work on his new studio album....
ABC's SHARK TANK Finishes as No. 1 TV Show
by Caryn Robbins - September 24, 2012
Once again winning the 8 o'clock hour, ABC's SHARK TANK stood as Friday's most-watched TV program for the 2nd straight week, while also finishing as the night's highest-rated program in both Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54....
by Caryn Robbins - September 24, 2012
Once again winning the 8 o'clock hour, ABC's SHARK TANK stood as Friday's most-watched TV program for the 2nd straight week, while also finishing as the night's highest-rated program in both Adults 18-49 and Adults 25-54....
Christopher Hale's Album SYLVAN CODA Melbourne Launch Party Set for Today, Aug 15
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2012
Christopher Hale's new album SYLVAN CODA, a powerful and poignant love letter to a lost friend and musical collaborator is set for its Melbourne launch today, 15 August at Northcote Social Club, with supports Hannah Cameron and special guests....
by BWW News Desk - August 15, 2012
Christopher Hale's new album SYLVAN CODA, a powerful and poignant love letter to a lost friend and musical collaborator is set for its Melbourne launch today, 15 August at Northcote Social Club, with supports Hannah Cameron and special guests....
BWW Reviews: Ferocious Performances Highlight Hyde Park Theatre's TIGERS BE STILL
by Jeffrey Davis - August 04, 2012
Hyde Park Theatre's current offering, Tigers Be Still, features themes of love, loss, pain, doubt, grief, and fear but uses them to create an intriguing dramatic comedy. The piece certainly strikes a balance between touching, poignant moments and gut-busting guffaws....
by Jeffrey Davis - August 04, 2012
Hyde Park Theatre's current offering, Tigers Be Still, features themes of love, loss, pain, doubt, grief, and fear but uses them to create an intriguing dramatic comedy. The piece certainly strikes a balance between touching, poignant moments and gut-busting guffaws....
Christopher Hale Releases Album SYLVAN CODA, Aug 3; Melbourne Launch Party Set for Aug 15
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2012
Christopher Hale's new album SYLVAN CODA, a powerful and poignant love letter to a lost friend and musical collaborator is set for its Melbourne launch on 15 August at Northcote Social Club, with supports Hannah Cameron and special guests....
by BWW News Desk - August 03, 2012
Christopher Hale's new album SYLVAN CODA, a powerful and poignant love letter to a lost friend and musical collaborator is set for its Melbourne launch on 15 August at Northcote Social Club, with supports Hannah Cameron and special guests....
Christopher Hale Releases Album SYLVAN CODA, Aug 3; Melbourne Launch Party Set for Aug 15
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2012
Christopher Hale's new album SYLVAN CODA, a powerful and poignant love letter to a lost friend and musical collaborator is set for its Melbourne launch on 15 August at Northcote Social Club, with supports Hannah Cameron and special guests....
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2012
Christopher Hale's new album SYLVAN CODA, a powerful and poignant love letter to a lost friend and musical collaborator is set for its Melbourne launch on 15 August at Northcote Social Club, with supports Hannah Cameron and special guests....
Emmylou Harris to Launch Her Red Dirt Boys Australian Tour, Beg. Nov. 6
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2012
Already celebrated as a discoverer and interpreter of other artists' songs, 12-time Grammy Award winner Emmylou Harris has, in the last decade, gained admiration as much for her eloquently straightforward songwriting as for her incomparably expressive singing. On Hard Bargain, her third Nonesuch dis...
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2012
Already celebrated as a discoverer and interpreter of other artists' songs, 12-time Grammy Award winner Emmylou Harris has, in the last decade, gained admiration as much for her eloquently straightforward songwriting as for her incomparably expressive singing. On Hard Bargain, her third Nonesuch dis...
Suzana Stankovic Presents PRODUCING YOUR OWN SHOW Talk to Benefit Dog Charity Today, May 6
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2012
Artist-entrepreneur Suzana Stankovic presents the talk Producing Your Own Show: Owning Your Voice & Manifesting Your Vision, a special talk for artists of all disciplines and backgrounds, today May 6, 2012 - 3:00-7:00pm followed by a Q&A at Vlada Lounge in New York City....
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2012
Artist-entrepreneur Suzana Stankovic presents the talk Producing Your Own Show: Owning Your Voice & Manifesting Your Vision, a special talk for artists of all disciplines and backgrounds, today May 6, 2012 - 3:00-7:00pm followed by a Q&A at Vlada Lounge in New York City....
The Hartt School Presents HARTT DANCES, 4/27-29
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2012
The Hartt School Dance Division presents Hartt Dances tonight, April 27, at 7:30 PM; and Saturday, April 28, at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM; Sunday, April 29, at 2:00 PM, at Lincoln Theater on the University of Hartford's West Hartford campus. Admission is $20, with discounts for seniors, students, and grou...
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2012
The Hartt School Dance Division presents Hartt Dances tonight, April 27, at 7:30 PM; and Saturday, April 28, at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM; Sunday, April 29, at 2:00 PM, at Lincoln Theater on the University of Hartford's West Hartford campus. Admission is $20, with discounts for seniors, students, and grou...
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