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BTG Reveals Casting For MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET and PHOTOGRAPH 51 Photo BTG Reveals Casting For MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET and PHOTOGRAPH 51
by Stephi Wild - June 02, 2023

Berkshire Theatre Group (BTG) and Kate Maguire (Artistic Director, CEO) have announced casting for two of its summer 2023 shows: Million Dollar Quartet, a three-time Tony Award–nominated once-in-a-lifetime musical evening back by popular demand with some of the same cast as 2017 and Photograph 51, a...
VIDEO: PBS Shares THE AMERICAN DIPLOMAT Documentary Trailer Photo VIDEO: PBS Shares THE AMERICAN DIPLOMAT Documentary Trailer
by Michael Major - January 13, 2022

Through rare footage, oral histories, and interviews, The American Diplomat explores the lives and legacies of three African-American ambassadors — Edward R. Dudley, Terence Todman and Carl Rowan — who pushed past historical and institutional racial barriers to reach high-ranking appointments in the...
Tune in This Friday for NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER on PBS Photo Tune in This Friday for NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER on PBS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 10, 2022

PBS is premiering NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER, the public broadcaster's recently announced collaboration with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to spotlight critical contributions to the arts that continue to inspire contemporary artists....
Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater Announce Thrilling November 2022 Lineup Photo Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater Announce Thrilling November 2022 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - October 21, 2022

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this November with a full slate of nightly performances!  ...
Out Today: MUSICAL REMEMBRANCES - Neave Trio's New Album With Chandos Records Photo Out Today: MUSICAL REMEMBRANCES - Neave Trio's New Album With Chandos Records
by A.A. Cristi - April 29, 2022

Musical Remembrances, the new album from the Neave Trio (Anna Williams, violin; Mikhail Veselov, cello; Eri Nakamura, piano) is out today in digital formats with CDs to follow on May 6, 2022.  ...
Neave Trio Announces Fourth Album On Chandos Records: Musical Remembrances Photo Neave Trio Announces Fourth Album On Chandos Records: Musical Remembrances
by A.A. Cristi - April 07, 2022

The Neave Trio (Anna Williams, violin; Mikhail Veselov, cello; Eri Nakamura, piano) announce Musical Remembrances — the Trio's fourth album with Chandos Records, which will be available digitally worldwide on April 29, 2022, with CDs following on May 6, 2022. ...
SANDRA DAY O'CONNOR: THE FIRST Airs on PBS Monday, September 13 Photo SANDRA DAY O'CONNOR: THE FIRST Airs on PBS Monday, September 13
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 11, 2021

Based on First: Sandra Day O’Connor by Evan Thomas, this biographical portrait recounts the life of a pioneering woman who both reflected and shaped an era....
Meet The 20 Mediamakers Selected For The New Sundance Institute Humanities Sustainabi Photo Meet The 20 Mediamakers Selected For The New Sundance Institute Humanities Sustainability Fellowship
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2022

The nonprofit Sundance Institute announced today the names of the mediamakers selected for the new Humanities Sustainability Fellowship, a year-long program providing 20 U.S.-based under-resourced nonfiction mediamakers whose work and livelihood have been grossly affected by the pandemic with direct...
Queer|Art Announces The Winner Of 2022 Barbara Hammer Lesbian Experimental Filmmaking Photo Queer|Art Announces The Winner Of 2022 Barbara Hammer Lesbian Experimental Filmmaking Grant
by A.A. Cristi - August 08, 2022

Queer|Art, New York City's home for the creative and professional development of LGBTQ+ artists, has announced the winner of the 2021 Barbara Hammer Lesbian Experimental Filmmaking Grant, collaborative duo, Desireena Almoradie and Barbara Malaran. The New York City-based duo will receive a $7,000 ca...
Joy Oladokun Contributes New Song 'Power' to LOUDMOUTH End Credits Photo Joy Oladokun Contributes New Song 'Power' to LOUDMOUTH End Credits
by Michael Major - November 30, 2022

The song notably serves as the end credits theme for the documentary LOUDMOUTH about the life and battles of Reverend Al Sharpton. The film opens in theaters nationwide on December 9 and premieres on Amazon and Apple TV January 13, 2023. It was directed by Josh Alexander and executive produced by EG...
PBS' POV Presents LA CASA DE MAMA ICHA By Oscar Molina, Premieres October 18 Photo PBS' POV Presents LA CASA DE MAMA ICHA By Oscar Molina, Premieres October 18
by A.A. Cristi - October 11, 2021

American Documentary | POV has announced the national broadcast premiere of La Casa de Mama Icha, the debut feature documentary from Colombian director and cinematographer Óscar Molina. Debuting as part of POV's 34th season, the documentary will premiere Monday, October 18, 2021....
Segerstrom Center For The Arts to Present AN EVENING WITH BRIAN STOKES MITCHELL This Photo Segerstrom Center For The Arts to Present AN EVENING WITH BRIAN STOKES MITCHELL This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - June 03, 2023

Segerstrom Center for the Arts will present Broadway's Brian Stokes Mitchell for one night only on Friday, June 23, 2023 at 8 pm....
Review: World Premiere of New DIARY OF ANNE FRANK Adaptation at Nashville Children's Photo Review: World Premiere of New DIARY OF ANNE FRANK Adaptation at Nashville Children's Theatre
by Jeffrey Ellis - September 21, 2022

Wendy Kesselman’s new adaptation of The Diary of Anne Frank – which is based upon the acclaimed 1955 play by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett and is an update of her 1997 script which has been widely produced since – is given a superb world premiere production by Nashville Children’s Theatre, whi...
Photoville to Return for its 12th Year This June Photo Photoville to Return for its 12th Year This June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 09, 2023

Photoville, the Brooklyn-based nonprofit that brings breathtaking photography within reach of New Yorkers in all boroughs—free of charge—will present Photoville NYC 2023 (June 3 - 18)....
Tune in This Friday for NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER on PBS Photo Tune in This Friday for NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER on PBS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 10, 2022

PBS is premiering NEXT AT THE KENNEDY CENTER, the public broadcaster's recently announced collaboration with the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts to spotlight critical contributions to the arts that continue to inspire contemporary artists....
Sharon Isbin and Amjad Ali Khan Will Perform Strings For Peace Live at Caramoor in Ju Photo Sharon Isbin and Amjad Ali Khan Will Perform Strings For Peace Live at Caramoor in July
by Stephi Wild - June 12, 2021

Grammy Award winner Sharon Isbin, recently recognized as the 2020 Instrumentalist of the Year by Musical America, will appear live with India's celebrated first family of the sarod — Amjad Ali Khan, and Amaan and Ayaan Ali Bangash on July 8 at 7:00pm at Caramoor's Venetian Theater.  ...
TFANA Extends REMEMBER THIS: THE LESSON OF JAN KARSKI Starring David Strathairn Photo TFANA Extends REMEMBER THIS: THE LESSON OF JAN KARSKI Starring David Strathairn
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 27, 2022

Theatre for a New Audience has announced the one-week extension of Remember This: The Lesson of Jan Karski, by Clark Young and Derek Goldman, directed by Goldman, and starring David Strathairn (Nightmare Alley; Nomadland; Good Night, and Good Luck)....
MOBY DICK, LITTLE AMAL, and More Set for ArtsEmerson's 2023/24 Season Photo MOBY DICK, LITTLE AMAL, and More Set for ArtsEmerson's 2023/24 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 25, 2023

ArtsEmerson has announced its 2023/24 Season, featuring eight live theatrical events. The new season continues ArtsEmerson's commitment to international work and artists who boldly celebrate our differences, reflect the vital diversity of our city, and deepen our connection to each other. Learn more...
Ancram Opera House's 2023 Summer Season to Include THE LUCKY FEW Concert, CRYSTAL RAD Photo Ancram Opera House's 2023 Summer Season to Include THE LUCKY FEW Concert, CRYSTAL RADIO SESSIONS, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - April 27, 2023

Co-Directors Jeff Mousseau and Paul Ricciardi have announced the 2023 spring/summer season at the Ancram Opera House in Ancram, NY....
5-Star Theatricals Presents RAGTIME: THE MUSICAL At Bank of America Performing Arts C Photo 5-Star Theatricals Presents RAGTIME: THE MUSICAL At Bank of America Performing Arts Center
by A.A. Cristi - February 16, 2023

5-STAR THEATRICALS has announced the first show of its 2023-2024 season, the Tony Award winning, RAGTIME: THE MUSICAL, book by Terrence McNally, music by Lynn Ahrens, lyrics by Steven Flaherty, conductor and musical direction by Tom Griffin, choreography by Michelle Elkin and directed by Jeffrey Pol...
Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater Announce Thrilling November 2022 Lineup Photo Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater Announce Thrilling November 2022 Lineup
by A.A. Cristi - October 21, 2022

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this November with a full slate of nightly performances!  ...
Jeff Harnar's New Album I KNOW THINGS NOW: MY LIFE IN SONDHEIM'S WORDS is Out Today Photo Jeff Harnar's New Album I KNOW THINGS NOW: MY LIFE IN SONDHEIM'S WORDS is Out Today
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 17, 2022

PS CLASSICS, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American Popular Song, has announced the release of the new album from award-winning nightclub and concert artist JEFF HARNAR – I Know Things Now: My Life in Sondheim’s Words on CD and digital formats....
New Documentary Surrounding Familial Love, PETIT RAT, Set to Premiere on PBS Photo New Documentary Surrounding Familial Love, PETIT RAT, Set to Premiere on PBS
by Marissa Tomeo - May 03, 2022

PETIT RAT, a new documentary that is a love story between a mother and her two daughters, premieres on PBS stations beginning in May and on PBS+ on Wednesday, May 4. The film written, directed, and choreographed by Vera Wagman, examines the Wagman family’s history and spans nearly 80 years.  ...
Melissa Errico and Edmund Bagnell Join Provincetown's Crown & Anchor 2021 Summer Line Photo Melissa Errico and Edmund Bagnell Join Provincetown's Crown & Anchor 2021 Summer Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 01, 2021

Edmund Bagnell, 1st Violinist & vocalist of the internationally acclaimed group Well-Strung, will bring his new solo show Happy Days Are Here Again, directed by and co-written with Michael Schiralli, to the Crown & Anchor’s P-Town lineup for a summer-long run this season from July 6 - August 31....
Wake Up With BWW 10/4: SIX Officially Opens on Broadway, and More! Photo Wake Up With BWW 10/4: SIX Officially Opens on Broadway, and More!
by Stephi Wild - October 04, 2021

Today's top stories: Six is officially open on Broadway - read the reviews and check out footage from the red carpet!...




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