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Tiggi Hawke Releases Highly Anticipated Debut Album 'Ascension' Photo Tiggi Hawke Releases Highly Anticipated Debut Album 'Ascension'
by Michael Major - July 10, 2023

Tiggi Hawke has been evolving into an exciting new artistic trajectory over the last year, bringing attitude, candidness and genuinity to every track, first with the release of ‘Giants’ last summer. Further singles included the bittersweet ‘Pity Party’ and recently released ‘Cry Baby’, featuring the...


Deeply Rooted Reveals New Leadership Photo Deeply Rooted Reveals New Leadership
by Stephi Wild - April 17, 2023

Deeply Rooted Dance Theater, and its parent organization, Deeply Rooted Productions, have commenced 2023 with significant developments in its evolution, as the organization continues to grow as one of Chicago's premier dance institutions....


Guest Blog: 'I Didn't Realise the Power of This Character': Gareth Snook on the Respo Photo Guest Blog: 'I Didn't Realise the Power of This Character': Gareth Snook on the Responsibility of Playing Willy Wonka in CHARLIE & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
by Guest Author - June 14, 2023

When Roald Dahl’s story of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory first came out it must have blown people’s minds – this man, this character, Willy Wonka. Who is he? It’s not a question that one can answer easily, believe me, I’ve tried to answer it....


The Theatre Project Presents I WAS LOOKING AT THE CEILING AND THEN I SAW THE SKY Photo The Theatre Project Presents I WAS LOOKING AT THE CEILING AND THEN I SAW THE SKY
by Stephi Wild - April 14, 2023

'I WAS LOOKING AT THE CEILING AND THEN I SAW THE SKY,' by John Adams, Texts by June Jordan, runs April 14 - 16 as part of the IN Series. ...


Review: A PLAYLIST FOR THE REVOLUTION, Bush Theatre Photo Review: A PLAYLIST FOR THE REVOLUTION, Bush Theatre
by Cindy Marcolina - June 30, 2023

The summer season of the Bush opens with a politically charged show about the delicate, complex connection between Jonathan, who lives in Hong Kong, and Chloe, an ambitious second-generation Hongkonger in England. Their long-distance relationship works through music recommendations and sweet message...


Better Lovers (The Dillinger Escape Plan/Every Time I Die) Release Debut Single Photo Better Lovers (The Dillinger Escape Plan/Every Time I Die) Release Debut Single
by Michael Major - April 17, 2023

Better Lovers, a newly formed band featuring Greg Puciato, Jordan Buckley, Clayton “Goose” Holyoak, Stephen Micciche, and Will Putney, have released their debut single: “30 Under 13” via SharpTone Records. The blistering, four-minute track, and accompanying Eric Richter directed video, serve as the ...


American Composers Orchestra to Present EarShot Readings At Atlanta And Cincinnati Sy Photo American Composers Orchestra to Present EarShot Readings At Atlanta And Cincinnati Symphonies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 04, 2023

American Composers Orchestra has announced eight composers selected from a competitive nationwide call for scores, who will participate in 2023 EarShot Readings with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (May 9-10, 2023) and Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (October 3-4, 2023)....


Loren Gray Releases Debut Studio Album 'Guilty' Photo Loren Gray Releases Debut Studio Album 'Guilty'
by Michael Major - April 21, 2023

Self-made phenomenon and independent artist Loren Gray releases her debut studio album, Guilty, out everywhere now. Following the releases of a number of singles, Guilty is the result of Loren truly coming into her own as an artist. Check out upcoming tour dates and listen to a new album now!...


Review: THE BLEEDING TREE at Studio Underground At State Theatre Centre Photo Review: THE BLEEDING TREE at Studio Underground At State Theatre Centre
by David Bravos - May 08, 2023

THE BLEEDING TREE debuted in 2014 and immediately met critical acclaim, winning a heap of awards, and has impressed and confronted audiences throughout Australia. After a successful Blue Room Theatre in 2021, this iteration of the show has been expanded and enhanced for a run in Stuio Underground, a...


Black Veil Brides & Ville Valo Set Co-headline Fall Tour of U.S. & Canada Photo Black Veil Brides & Ville Valo Set Co-headline Fall Tour of U.S. & Canada
by Michael Major - May 30, 2023

This fall, the classic season for dark and romantic music, BLACK VEIL BRIDES and VV (VILLE VALO) will co-headline a massive tour in select cities across North America. Presented by Hot Topic, the BVB & VV 2023 Tour (featuring special guests DARK DIVINE) combines three unique bands who champion the h...


FESTIVAL OPERA Announces 2023 Summer Season Photo FESTIVAL OPERA Announces 2023 Summer Season
by Blair Ingenthron - May 06, 2023

Festival Opera has announced plans for the company's 2023 season highlighted by a bold new production of Georges Bizet's Carmen, a work at the heart of the repertory and one of the most performed operas in the world, set for August 18 and 20 at the Lesher Center for the Arts....


JAAW Share New Single 'Total Protonic Reversal' Photo JAAW Share New Single 'Total Protonic Reversal'
by Michael Major - April 06, 2023

JAAW is a post-industrial supergroup featuring Andy Cairns (Therapy?), Jason Stoll (Mugstar, KLÄMP, Sex Swing), Wayne Adams (Death Pedals, Big Lad, Petbrick) and Adam Betts (Three Trapped Tigers, Goldie, Squarepusher). JAAW glories in big riffs and massive hooks, while also pushing the boundaries of...


Bard SummerScape Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Seven Weeks of Music, Opera, Music- Photo Bard SummerScape Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Seven Weeks of Music, Opera, Music-Theater, And More
by A.A. Cristi - April 10, 2023

The Fisher Center at Bard and its renowned annual Bard SummerScape festival both celebrate their 20th anniversaries this year. “A hotbed of intellectual and aesthetic adventure” (New York Times), SummerScape returns to New York's Hudson Valley this summer with seven weeks of live music, opera, music...


Deeply Rooted Launches Capital Campaign for New Dance Center Photo Deeply Rooted Launches Capital Campaign for New Dance Center
by Stephi Wild - July 21, 2023

Deeply Rooted Productions, the umbrella organization for Deeply Rooted's Dance Education programs and Special Projects and operating in conjunction with Deeply Rooted Dance Theater, is officially launching a $15.6 million capital campaign to build the Deeply Rooted Center for Black Dance and Creativ...


Sprain Reveal Fever Dream-like Single 'Privilege of Being' Photo Sprain Reveal Fever Dream-like Single 'Privilege of Being'
by Michael Major - July 12, 2023

The most extraordinary of art isn't created without its fair share of trials, of which Sprain faced numerous during the recording process of The Lamb As Effigy or Three Hundred And Fifty XOXOXOS For A Spark Union With My Darling Divine, with the sum and circumstances of them nearly sealing the album...


Stars Of NAPOLEAN DYNAMITE, Nikki Glaser, Tracy Morgan And Branford Marsalis On Sale Photo Stars Of NAPOLEAN DYNAMITE, Nikki Glaser, Tracy Morgan And Branford Marsalis On Sale At BergenPAC
by A.A. Cristi - June 06, 2023

bergenPAC announces four new shows: Nikki Glaser on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at 8 p.m.; The Branford Marsalis Quartet on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023 at 8 p.m.; Tracy Morgan on Friday, Oct. 27, 2023 at 8 p.m.; 20th Anniversary of Napoleon Dynamite Screening and Q&A with John Heder, Efren Ramirez and Jon...


Mount Wilson Observatory to Present First Classical Concert of Season in June Photo Mount Wilson Observatory to Present First Classical Concert of Season in June
by Blair Ingenthron - May 21, 2023

Mount Wilson Observatory, the scientific marvel where humankind discovered its place in the universe, has announced the second date in its Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome six-month series, to take place on Sunday, June 11, 2023. The concert series is curated by Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan, ...


Assembly Festival Extends its Wings for Fringe 2023 Photo Assembly Festival Extends its Wings for Fringe 2023
by Stephi Wild - May 03, 2023

Assembly Festival has today (Wednesday 03 May) announced a further 80 shows for its Fringe 2023 programme. This year, the festival is extending its wings across Edinburgh, beyond its festival hubs at Assembly George Square and Assembly Rooms to two new venues, with a co-curated programme at Assembly...


The Soraya Announces Indigo Girls In Concert, June 24 Photo The Soraya Announces Indigo Girls In Concert, June 24
by A.A. Cristi - March 28, 2023

One of the most successful folk-rock duos in history, Indigo Girls, comes to Los Angeles for one night only on Saturday, June 24 at The Luckman Fine  Arts Complex in unique presenting partnership with The Soraya at Cal State Northridge.  ...


CIL Signs with Warner Records & Drops New Single 'Devil In Your Eyes' Photo CIL Signs with Warner Records & Drops New Single 'Devil In Your Eyes'
by Michael Major - May 05, 2023

Unashamedly writing her life’s most raw and vulnerable experiences into song, CIL has crafted an authentic sound that lives between pop and soul, growing up on artists like Etta James and Aretha Franklin, before later finding inspiration in her contemporaries like Amy Winehouse, Lauryn Hill, and Lan...


String Trio Chamber Music to Play Mount Wilson Observatory in July Photo String Trio Chamber Music to Play Mount Wilson Observatory in July
by Blair Ingenthron - June 24, 2023

Mount Wilson Observatory, the place where humankind discovered its place in the universe, has announced the third date in its Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome six-month series, to take place on Sunday, July 9, 2023. The performances are presented inside the singular vaulted dome of the 100-inch...


Zilched Shares Noise-Pop Ballad 'Loveless' Single Photo Zilched Shares Noise-Pop Ballad 'Loveless' Single
by Michael Major - July 13, 2023

Her upcoming record Earthly Delights, for which she recruited rock auteur Ian Ruhala (Hala) and producer/programmer Ben Collins (Minihorse), is a testament to the maturation of Drallos’ uncompromising creative vision. Rounding out her gothic pop slanted alt-rock with elements of grunge, Earthly Deli...


Bruno Major to Release New Album 'Columbo' in July Photo Bruno Major to Release New Album 'Columbo' in July
by Michael Major - May 23, 2023

Columbo raises its curtain with “The Show Must Go On,” a piano flourish giving way to a clean, snare-less drum pattern and guitar strum that conjures the cozy fireside intimacy of Neil Young’s “Out on the Weekend.” Elsewhere, “Tell Her' is a slice of simmering R&B, while the heart-breaking “Tears in...


Opera Lafayette's Ryan Brown To Pass The Reins In 2025 Photo Opera Lafayette's Ryan Brown To Pass The Reins In 2025
by Blair Ingenthron - July 22, 2023

Opera Lafayette's Founder and Artistic Director Ryan Brown has announced he will be passing the reins in 2025 after Opera Lafayette's 30th season. Opera Lafayette has announced Brown's successor, appointing Patrick Dupre Quigley as Artistic Director Designate....


String Trio Chamber Music to Play Mount Wilson Observatory in July Photo String Trio Chamber Music to Play Mount Wilson Observatory in July
by Blair Ingenthron - June 24, 2023

Mount Wilson Observatory, the place where humankind discovered its place in the universe, has announced the third date in its Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome six-month series, to take place on Sunday, July 9, 2023. The performances are presented inside the singular vaulted dome of the 100-inch...






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