IU Press Receives Two Awards from the African Studies Association
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2014 IU Press was doubly honored at this year'sAfrican Studies Association (ASA) meeting with book and service awards. During the ASA awards ceremony on Saturday night, Land, Mobility, and Belonging in West Africa by Carola Lentz was named co-winner of this year's Melville J. Herskovits Award. Lentz shar...
J.T.F. Dvorak Pens SUCCESSOR OF ERENDEN
by Christina Mancuso - January 12, 2016 J.T.F. Dvorak, a law student, devoted writer and author, has completed his new book 'Legacies Of The Lore Master: Successor of Erenden': a gripping and potent story of conflict, courage, gods and survival....
Dr. Hyder Zahed Releases CREATE YOUR LEGACY
by Christina Mancuso - November 15, 2013 Dr. Hyder Zahed lived a comfortable and successful life, but that all changed on a moment's notice. Losing his wife, career and health all at once, Dr. Zahed had a critical choice to make. He resolves his feelings of loss and sadness with creative self-exploration. These life-changing efforts are de...
Showtime Announces Documentary on Legendary Singer Whitney Houston
by Caryn Robbins - March 15, 2016 Today, Showtime Documentary Films announced the start of production on a film exploring the incredible career and complicated life of the memorable singer....
Second Annual Broadway Charity Songs Set for 2/24 at Le Poisson Rouge
by Tyler Peterson - February 05, 2014 Broadway Gives Back and Seaview Productions will present the Second Annual "Broadway Charity Songs!" "Broadway Charity Songs" has paired a group of award-winning musical theatre composers with a group outstanding charities and tasked them with composing an original song that the prospective charity ...
Baltimore Commemorates A Trifecta Of Historic Events This Summer with Discounts & More
by Robert Diamond - April 22, 2013 America's history will come to life in Baltimore this summer with three historic commemorations marking important moments in the creation of our nation's identity: the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 and birth of 'The Star-Spangled Banner,' a tribute to Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad, a...
Garibaldi-Meucci Museum Hosts 25th Annual Fundraiser Brunch at LiGreci's Staaten Today
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2013 Today, November 16, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., the Garibaldi-Meucci Museum will hold its 25th Annual Fundraiser Brunch at LiGreci's Staaten....
The Porters of Hellsgate to Present HENRY VI Trilogy
by Tyler Peterson - February 24, 2016 The Porters of Hellsgate are excited to announce the opening production for their 10-Year Anniversary season, The Year of the King....
Knight Foundation to Present ABYSSINIAN: A GOSPEL CELEBRATION at Lincoln Center Orchestra, 10/8
by Tyler Peterson - July 26, 2013 The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation has joined with the Arts & Science Council and Blumenthal Performing Arts to present Abyssinian: A Gospel Celebration performed by the world-renowned Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis and Chorale Le Chateau at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, ...
Danny Bacher All-Star Band to Play the Metropolitan Room, 8/25
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2015 Danny Bacher and his All-Star Band are back by popular demand at Manhattan's Metropolitan Room with special guest vocalist Charenee Wade on August 25....
The Gold Rush May Not Be Over: Strike it Rich with Gold Strike Chili
by Tyler Peterson - December 08, 2014 JAF Industries recently launched a new and much anticipated entertainment chili product - Gold Strike Chili - a blend of premium ingredients that glistens like gold. 'What makes our chili so different is not only the story behind the recipe, but its granular consistency which gives it a sparkly gol...
New York Theatrical Release of HARD LABOR Set for 10/30
by Caryn Robbins - October 05, 2015 Cinema Slate is proud to announce the New York theatrical release of HARD LABOR (Trabalhar Cansa), the acclaimed feature film debut by Brazilian co-directors Marco Dutra (When I Was Alive) and Juliana Rojas (Sinfonia da Necrópole)....
FABnyc Announces FABLES 2014 Public Art Project
by Tyler Peterson - November 18, 2013 Fourth Arts Block (FABnyc) has announced 'FABLES,' a public art opportunity for artists to explore the Lower East Side's living cultural heritage, rich historical legacies, and current issues in public storytelling through visual art. Four to five artists (or artist teams) will be selected through a...
Danny Bacher All-Star Band to Play the Metropolitan Room, 8/25
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2015 Danny Bacher and his All-Star Band are back by popular demand at Manhattan's Metropolitan Room with special guest vocalist Charenee Wade on August 25....
ARC to Host CELEBRATION OF INNOVATORS, 5/9
by Tyler Peterson - April 29, 2014 The American Rhythm Center (ARC), a program of the Chicago Human Rhythm Project, hosts 'Celebration of Innovators,' an evening of free performances, discussion and a community tap jam, Friday, May 9, 5:30-9:30 p.m. on the third floor of the historic Fine Arts Building, 410 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicag...
Murder in Washington Book Revisits 78 Homicide Crime Scenes
by Christina Mancuso - March 03, 2016 Marquis Publishing, an affiliate of the Marquis Gallery announces the release of author and photographer Marques Vickers' 'Murder in Washington: Notorious Crime Sites,' the 299-page visual return to 78 infamous crime scenes detailing the shocking and often searing narratives behind each tragedy. Ove...
BWW Preview: First Stage Reprises Fantastic HOLES to Open 2016
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - January 12, 2016 To begin the new year, First Stage reprises Holes, a 1998 National Book Award Winner (for Young People's Literature) and 1999 Newbery Medal Award novel. Author Louis Sachar eventually transformed his novel into a Theater for Young Audience script, which retains much of the impressive language of the...
Reunion Blues Artist Ernie Isley Honored With Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
by Caryn Robbins - January 10, 2014 Legendary guitarist and Reunion Blues Artist Ernie Isley of the Isley Brothers has been officially announced by The Recording Academy as a 2014 Special Merit Award recipient. ...
New York Theatrical Release of HARD LABOR Set for Today
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2015 Cinema Slate is proud to announce the New York theatrical release of HARD LABOR (Trabalhar Cansa), the acclaimed feature film debut by Brazilian co-directors Marco Dutra (When I Was Alive) and Juliana Rojas (Sinfonia da Necrópole)....
Montgomery Gentry to Play Sound Board, 4/25
by Tyler Peterson - January 20, 2014 MotorCity Casino Hotel has announced Montgomery Gentry with special guest Matt Austin, live at Sound Board Friday, April 25 at 8:00 p.m....
UUA Bookstore Offers Books to Inspire Your Racial Justice Work
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2015 We know we must end racial discrimination and the suffering it causes in order to create fair and loving communities. Change starts with ourselves before we can change the world. These books will guide and inspire you in your own daily work for racial justice....
Kurt Weill Foundation for Music 2016 Grant Program Seeks Applications; Deadline 11/1
by BWW News Desk - September 15, 2015 The Kurt Weill Foundation for Music is now accepting applications for its 2016 Grant Program....
DMAC to Present Michelangelo Alasa's ANDY@62, 10/22-12/17
by Tyler Peterson - September 23, 2013 On October 22, 2013 Duo Multicultural Arts Center (DMAC) at 62 East 4th Street will open Andy@62, a new play by Michelangelo Alasa'. This thrilling part-tour, part-sit-down theatrical event offers an uncanny glance into the legacies of three icons-Frida Kahlo, Marilyn Monroe, and Marlene Dietrich....
New Marketing Campaign Launched for RAMAYANA AND OTHER POEMS
by Christina Mancuso - October 15, 2015 Dr. Srilakshmi Adhyapak recreates one of the world's greatest literary legacies in her book 'Ramayana and Other Poems' (published by Partridge India). Indian mythology, culture and history seamlessly weave together in this poetic reinterpretation of the Ramayana. This book, first published in Octobe... |