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VIDEO: Devin Velez Performs DREAMGIRLS 'Listen' on American Idol
by Caryn Robbins - February 22, 2013

All eyes were on Devin Velez last night when he performed a stunning version of Beyonce's 'Listen' from the soundtrack album of 2006's musical film DREAMGIRLS. As an added surprise, the talented singer suddenly changed to Spanish lyrics midway through the song! Check out the performance below....


City Parks Foundation Presents 'SummerStage APAP Showcase' With Bebel Gilberto & Gregory Porter, 1/5
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2012

City Parks Foundation announced the SummerStage APAP Showcase, a special event taking place at the Highline Ballroom on Thursday, January 5, 2012. The showcase will feature Brazilian superstar, Bebel Gilberto and acclaimed jazz vocalist, Gregory Porter as well as other guests for a special night of ...


I'M TAWKIN' HERE: STORYTELLING WITH A NEW YAWK ACCENT to Launch Five Boro Story Project, 4/10
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2013

Marking the launch of the Five Boro Story Project, producer Bridget Bartolini, author/performer Michele Carlo, and filmmaker Heather Quinlan have come together to present 'I'm Tawkin' Here: Storytelling with a New Yawk Accent,' a citywide celebration of New York storytellers and musicians....


Barrington Stage Develops Partnership to Implement BSC’s iCritic in New Initiative
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 2011

On Monday, October 10, five projects that offer innovative models for local arts journalism received funding and were named finalists of the Knight Foundation/National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Community Arts Journalism Challenge, founded this summer to find new ways to use technology to inform a...


VIDEO: IDOL's Zoanette Earns Standing 'O' With Lion King's 'Circle of Life'
by Caryn Robbins - February 28, 2013

On last night's AMERICAN IDOL, 20-year-old Zonette Johnson from Tulsa, OK brought the judges to their feet and Nicki Minaj to tears with her stirring rendition of The Lion King's 'The Circle Of Life.' Check out the performance below!...


Pride Films & Plays announces Five Finalists in Great Gay Screenplay Contest
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2010

Pride Films & Plays (PFP) announces the five screenplays with GLBT themes or characters that have been named finalists in the first Great Gay Screenplay Contest. The five screenplays will be performed as staged readings during the Great Gay Screenplay Weekend, Saturday, Nov. 20 at 5 p.m. and Sunday...


I'M TAWKIN' HERE: STORYTELLING WITH A NEW YAWK ACCENT to Launch Five Boro Story Project, 4/10
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2013

Marking the launch of the Five Boro Story Project, producer Bridget Bartolini, author/performer Michele Carlo, and filmmaker Heather Quinlan have come together to present 'I'm Tawkin' Here: Storytelling with a New Yawk Accent,' a citywide celebration of New York storytellers and musicians....


Brooklyn & Watchful Eye Host Kick-Off of NYC 2010 Stepping Up in Faith for HIV & AIDS
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 09, 2010

On Monday, July 12, Brooklyn Borough President, Hon. Marty Markowitz leads off the 2010 City-wide 'Stepping Up In Faith For HIV and AIDS' week of events that run from Sunday, July 11 to Saturday, July 17....


STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek - Teri Polo Stars in Hallmark Channel's A TASTE OF ROMANCE Premiering 1/14
by Caryn Robbins - January 09, 2012

Culinary styles clash when a classically trained chef falls for a laidback cook in A TASTE OF ROMANCE a Hallmark Channel Original Movie World Premiere Saturday, January 14 (9p.m. ET/PT, 8C)....


Joey Calveri Takes Over as 'Stacee Jaxx' in ROCK OF AGES Today
by Nicole Rosky - December 17, 2012

Producers of the five-time Tony Award nominated hit musical Rock of Ages have announced that Joey Calveri, who currently plays the ensemble role of Joey Primo, will step into the spotlight as wild rock idol Stacee Jaxx beginning today, December 17 at Broadway's Helen Hayes Theatre (240 W 44th Street...


PEOPLE.COM Launches Sexiest Man and Woman on TV Poll; To Be Announced During EMMYS Red Carpet
by Robert Diamond - September 18, 2012

People.com is launching its first-ever Sexiest Man and Woman on TV poll. Users will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite of five male and five female finalists chosen by PEOPLE's editorial staff. Voting begins today on www.people.com, www.emmys.com and www.abc.com, and will continue unti...


Lillie's Q Now Selling Boxed BBQ Sauce Sets
by Kelsey Denette - December 16, 2011

Lillie's Q, where chef/owner Charlie McKenna serves award-winning competition BBQ along with Southern favorites and sides in Bucktown (1856 W North Ave), is now selling wooden boxed sets containing their housemade BBQ sauces....


A.C.T. Hosts Summer Training Congress For Professional Actor Training
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 13, 2011

The Summer Training Congress (STC)-American Conservatory Theater's summer training program for professional actors-now in its 39th season-is gearing up for its 2011 session with the application deadline fast approaching on May 27, 2011 (for the five-week intensive), and June 17, 2011 (for the two-we...


Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers Perform at MAC Aug 19
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2011

“Steve Martin‘s 2009 collection, The Crow: New Songs for the Five String Banjo earned the veteran actor not only a Grammy but the respect of the close knit bluegrass community. ...


Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers Perform at MAC Aug 19
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 19, 2011

“Steve Martin‘s 2009 collection, The Crow: New Songs for the Five String Banjo earned the veteran actor not only a Grammy but the respect of the close knit bluegrass community. ...


Pride Films and Plays Kicks Off Second Great Gay Screenplay Contest
by Lauren Wolman - April 16, 2011

Pride Films and Plays is proud to announce the launch of the second annual Great Gay Screenplay Contest. This contest seeks new screenplays that not only speak to the LGBT community, but are essential viewing for our friends, family, and co-workers. ...


The Mirage Welcomes Steve Martin, 4/29-30
by Nicole Rosky - January 25, 2011

One of the most diversified performers of our time, Steve Martin will debut his musical talent on the five-string banjo at The Mirage Friday, April 29 and Saturday, April 30 inside the Terry Fator Theatre. The multi-talented GRAMMY® and Emmy® Award-winning actor, comedian and musician will take the...


VIDEO: Devin Velez Performs DREAMGIRLS 'Listen' on American Idol
by Caryn Robbins - February 22, 2013

All eyes were on Devin Velez last night when he performed a stunning version of Beyonce's 'Listen' from the soundtrack album of 2006's musical film DREAMGIRLS. As an added surprise, the talented singer suddenly changed to Spanish lyrics midway through the song! Check out the performance below....


The Abbey Pub Presents ALL-STAR JAM: FULL COURT PRESS 2, 4/26
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2012

Today, April 26th the Abbey Pub (3420 W. Grace) will host an All-Star jam called Full Court Press. This will be the second time this event will take place. This isn't your normal "jam night"....


Five Selected Fans to Become 'Hawaii Five-0' Social Media Ambassadors
by Kelsey Denette - July 26, 2011

CBS Television Studios (@CBSTVStudios) announced today the Ultimate HAWAII FIVE-0 fan contest, where five lucky winners will become social media ambassadors for HAWAII FIVE-0 and win a trip to Hawaii....


Pantochino's GLITZ! THE LITTLE MISS CHRISTMAS PAGEANT MUSICAL Opens in Milford, 12/7
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2012

Pantochino Productions Inc. will open its new holiday musical, "Glitz! The Little Miss Christmas Pageant Musical" on December 7th for eight performances at the Milford Center for the Arts on Railroad Avenue in Milford, Connecticut....


STAGE TUBE: Interview with Puppets from Theater 2020's COMEDY OF ERRORS
by James T Harding - June 05, 2012

Theater 2020's free family friendly production of William Shakespeare's 'THE COMEDY OF ERRORS' will be performed in the gorgeous Brooklyn Bridge Park, right by the water at Pier One on Saturday, June 9th at 7pm and on Sunday, June 10th at 7pm....


STAGE TUBE: Interview with Puppets from Theater 2020's COMEDY OF ERRORS
by James T Harding - June 05, 2012

Theater 2020's free family friendly production of William Shakespeare's 'THE COMEDY OF ERRORS' will be performed in the gorgeous Brooklyn Bridge Park, right by the water at Pier One on Saturday, June 9th at 7pm and on Sunday, June 10th at 7pm....


Ojai-5 Comes to Ojai WordFest 3/19-27
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2011

Theater buffs will have a chance to see five plays emerge from idea to performance in one day of organized artistic mayhem....


Swimmers Face-Off at Five Borough Championship Meet, 8/7
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2010

On Saturday, August 7th, more than 500 swimmers from Parks & Recreation's eleventh annual Swim Team Training Program will compete in teams by borough, in various swimming events at the Five Borough Swimming Championships....






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