Erin and Ben Napier love their small hometown of Laurel, Mississippi,
especially the old historical houses. Using found materials and old
textiles; they're keeping the character of these classic homes, but
giving them modern and affordable updates. From Erin's imaginative hand
sketches to Ben's custom handiwork, this couple is bringing Laurel's
homes back to life, and making sure their small town's future is as
bright as its past.
The Drama Factory Presents AN EVENING WITH KIRSTY
by Sarah Hookey - April 02, 2019
Join Kirsty, her chamber ensemble, and barrels of complimentary Webersburg wine at the Drama Factory. Kirsty will be releasing her debut EP in April and will be showcasing these original singles for first time in her home town of Somerset West. Join us for an evening of music all-composed by Kirst...
Darlington Hippodrome And ODDMANOUT Launch A New Community Theatre Company
by Stephi Wild - April 01, 2019
Darlington Hippodrome is to strengthen links with local theatre production company ODDMANOUT to create a dynamic new community theatre company to be called The Foundry....
Trixie Whitley Releases New Album Today
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 29, 2019
Trixie Whitley's new album LACUNA is out today. Three years after the release of Porta Bohemica, Whitley returns stronger than ever with an idiosyncratic collection of 11 songs on which she pairs her signature vocals with a surprising, heady blend of hi-fi electronics and hypnotic rhythms....
BWW REVIEW: A Small Town Australian Story Big On Heart, APPLETON LADIES POTATO RACE Gives Hope For A More Balanced Society Where Women Are Valued Equally To Men
by Jade Kops - March 28, 2019
Based in truth, APPLETON LADIES POTATO RACE is a delightful little slice of modern day Australian whilst highlighting how far we still need to go in achieving gender equality in the 21st century. ...
HGTV Announces Latest Digital Series RESTORED BY THE FORDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 21, 2019
A trip down memory lane is in store for HGTV star siblings Leanne and Steve Ford when their new HGTV digital series, Ford Family Classics, premieres Thursday, March 21, on the network's digital platforms. The stars of HGTV hit series Restored by the Fords, which premiered its second season on Tues...
Aussie Artist Kyle Lionhart Makes Sense Of The Chaos In New Track SO CLOSE
by Tori Hartshorn - March 18, 2019
Byron Bay artist Kyle Lionhart has revealed the first taste of his long-awaited debut album in the form of new single, 'So Close' – out everywhere today. ...
HGTV Picks Up 16 Episodes of HOME TOWN
by Kaitlin Milligan - March 13, 2019
With the third season of Home Town attracting more than 12.3 million total viewers to date, HGTV has picked up an additional 16 episodes of the hit series starring home renovation experts Ben and Erin Napier....
Cynthia Sayer Brings HOT BANJO to City Vineyard, Pier 26 NYC
by Julie Musbach - March 05, 2019
Multi-award-winning instrumentalist/vocalist/entertainer Cynthia Sayer (including a 2019 Bistro Award!) is acclaimed by musicians, critics, and fans alike as the top 4-string banjoist in the world today. Praised for her 'drive and virtuosity' by the New York Times, Cynthia enchants audiences with he...
BWW Review: LA BALLATA DI JOHNNY E GILL at Théâtre Des Capucins
by David Sousa Lopes - March 04, 2019
At the end of last week, the Theatre des Capucins welcomed Fausto Paravidino's La Ballata di Johnny e Gill, a three-hour comedy play that sought not only to entertain, but also stimulate reflection about topics of deep social significance....
Arts House Presents SPECTRAL
by Stephi Wild - March 04, 2019
In April, Arts House will present Spectral - a one-week season that delves into the visceral interface between sound and light with leading artists Robin Fox, Meagan Streader, Hanna Chetwin, Jannah Quill and Kusum Normoyle....
The Neutrinos Celebrate 20 Years
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2019
In 2019 it will be twenty years since maverick Norfolk art-rock pioneers The Neutrinos played their first gig. To start the year they have just announced a celebratory home-town show at Norwich Arts Centre today 26 January....
The Neutrinos Celebrate 20 Years
by Julie Musbach - January 17, 2019
In 2019 it will be twenty years since maverick Norfolk art-rock pioneers The Neutrinos played their first gig. To start the year they have just announced a celebratory home-town show at Norwich Arts Centre on Saturday 26 January....
Louisiana's Rayo Brothers Releasing 3rd Album Of Folk and Country Roots Music
by Tori Hartshorn - January 07, 2019
The Rayo Brothers will be releasing their third long player, Victim & Villain, March 29 on Louis Michot's Nouveau Electric Records imprint. The new album was recorded at Maurice, Louisiana's renowned Dockside Studio by Grammy-winning engineer Tony Daigle who also mixed the set. Michot of Grammy-win...
Eric Lanzieri Takes the Palace Stage as Part of 2nd Act Series
by Julie Musbach - December 19, 2018
In 2016, at the age of 53, Eric Lanzieri wrote a book for the first time in his life. "A Story for Louise" describes the details of his paternal grandparents' emigration from Italy to Waterbury in the early 1900's, and his grandmother's return to her home town in 1946....
BTE Celebrates Old And New Friends At Friendraiser Today
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2018
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble (BTE), the professional Equity company in residence at the McAninch Arts Center, hosts a "Give Stories Life" Friendraiser benefit BTE at the McAninch Arts Center, 425 Fawell Blvd., on the campus of College of DuPage, Dec. 14, 6-8 p.m. ...
Doc THAT WAY MADNESS LIES Opens iI NYC & LA on Today
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2018
First Run Features is proud to announce the theatrical premiere of That Way Madness Lies…, a new documentary directed by award-winning filmmaker Sandra Luckow. The film opens in New York and Los Angeles onDecember 14, 2018....
HGTV to Premiere the Third Season of HOME TOWN
by Kaitlin Milligan - December 12, 2018
Small town life in Laurel, Mississippi—from the bustling downtown to the idyllic tree-lined streets with beautiful old homes—inspires HGTV home renovation stars Ben and Erin Napier in season three of Home Town. The husband-wife duo use their artistic vision and genuine passion for restoration t...
Doc THAT WAY MADNESS LIES Opens iI NYC & LA on 12/14
by Tori Hartshorn - December 06, 2018
First Run Features is proud to announce the theatrical premiere of That Way Madness Lies…, a new documentary directed by award-winning filmmaker Sandra Luckow. The film opens in New York and Los Angeles onDecember 14, 2018....
Lavell Crawford to Perform at Charline McCombs Empire Theatre
by Julie Musbach - November 26, 2018
Comedian Lavell Crawford, quickly becoming one of the hottest stars in the biz, is performing at the Charline McCombs Empire Theatre (226 N. St. Mary's St.) in San Antonio, TX on January 26, 2019 at 7PM. Tickets go on sale this Friday, November 30 at 10AM....
Pontine Theatre Hosts A VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS
by Julie Musbach - November 13, 2018
Pontine Theatre presents A Victorian Christmas. The production, performed by Pontine Co-Directors, Marguerite Mathews & Greg Gathers, includes a Toy Theatre adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol and a puppet play, The Knave of Hearts by Vermont's Louise Saunders. Performances are Thursday...
Time Warp Announces Debut Event In Brazil With A Two Day Techno Marathon
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2018
Taking place from across 2nd and 3rd November, together with local partner Entourage, Time Warp Brasil is a brand new offering is for São Paulo, with mesmerising production and an all-star cast of revered global DJs in store. Having hosted techno heavyweights over the years, with Sven Vath, Richie ...
Time Warp Announces Debut Event In Brazil With A Two Day Techno Marathon
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2018
Taking place from across 2nd and 3rd November, together with local partner Entourage, Time Warp Brasil is a brand new offering is for São Paulo, with mesmerising production and an all-star cast of revered global DJs in store. Having hosted techno heavyweights over the years, with Sven Vath, Richie ...
SASOLBURG COMMON 'BIRDS' OF SOUTH AFRICA Comes to The Drama Factory
by Stephi Wild - October 26, 2018
Cobalize and Jacomine have dreams that are bigger than what their home town can offer. Life is nowhere near as glamorous as English movies have led them to believe, and every guy they know has a name that is also a surname. But they're not going to let a lack of talent, skill or common sense stop th...
Musical Adaptation Of THE DRESSMAKER Comes To The Alexander Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 26, 2018
Monash University's new Alexander Theatre in Clayton will play host to the musical adaptation of the highly acclaimed Australian novel, The Dressmaker by Rosalie Ham as part of MLIVE's program of events from 19 - 26 October 2018....
After Hours Cabaret Club Is Coming To Brisbane For Two Nights Only
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2018
The After Hours Cabaret Club is like stepping into turn of the century underground soiree with live jazz music, glamorous showgirls and a bevy of award-winning performers hand-picked from Australia's best in cabaret, burlesque, sideshow, circus and of course… other things that must be seen to be b...
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