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Chelsea Table + Stage Present Vanessa Racci In PROHIBITION JAZZ NIGHTS Photo Chelsea Table + Stage Present Vanessa Racci In PROHIBITION JAZZ NIGHTS
by A.A. Cristi - March 22, 2024

Join Vanessa Racci at Chelsea Table + Stage for a swinging celebration of 1920s and '30s jazz in Prohibition Jazz Nights on April 6....
Album Review: Vanessa Racci's JAZZY ITALIAN Does The Jazz And Italian Communities Pro Photo Album Review: Vanessa Racci's JAZZY ITALIAN Does The Jazz And Italian Communities Proud
by Stephen Mosher - December 09, 2022

For her first album with the ZOHO label, Vanessa Racci has given the label reason to celebrate signing her....
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Announce July 2022 Schedule Photo Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Announce July 2022 Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 28, 2022

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this July with a full slate of nightly performances! At Birdland Jazz Club, catch Jay Leonhardt and John Weber Duo, Remy LeBeouf Assembly of Shadows Orchestra and more. Birdland Theater will present Tony DeSare, Maurizio Spista Organ Trio and more....
Feature: EDDIE: THE FRIENDSHIP THAT CHANGED HISTORY at White Theatre Photo Feature: EDDIE: THE FRIENDSHIP THAT CHANGED HISTORY at White Theatre
by Alan Portner - May 09, 2023

On the occasion of the 75th Anniversary of the establishment of the State of Israel, a not commonly cited friendship, between President Harry S. Truman and a Kansas City friend may well have had an outsized influence on the success of the new tiny country.   That man was Eddie Jacobson, Truman’s clo...
Album Review: Vanessa Racci's JAZZY ITALIAN Does The Jazz And Italian Communities Pro Photo Album Review: Vanessa Racci's JAZZY ITALIAN Does The Jazz And Italian Communities Proud
by Stephen Mosher - December 09, 2022

For her first album with the ZOHO label, Vanessa Racci has given the label reason to celebrate signing her....
PBS to Celebrate Beloved Chef Lidia Bastianich With Hour-Long Primetime Documentary Photo PBS to Celebrate Beloved Chef Lidia Bastianich With Hour-Long Primetime Documentary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 23, 2023

PBS celebrates beloved chef Lidia Bastianich with a hour-long primetime documentary. Titled '25 YEARS WITH LIDIA: A Culinary Jubilee,' the documentary honors Lidia's culinary career and contributions. Don't miss this special tribute to an iconic chef....
Chef Jose Garces Unveils Line-Up for Chefs in Residency at Volvér for Second Season, Photo Chef Jose Garces Unveils Line-Up for Chefs in Residency at Volvér for Second Season, Plus New Portuguese Menu
by Chloe Rabinowitz - September 26, 2022

 James Beard Award-Winner and Iron Chef Jose Garces has announced a brand new line-up for his Chefs in Residency Program at Volvér on Kimmel Cultural Campus. Back in time for the return of in-person performing arts, Garces kicks off season two with Chef Ruben 'Big Rube' Harley (Chef Big Rube’s Kitch...
Long Wharf Theatre Announces Cast of Arthur Miller's A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE Photo Long Wharf Theatre Announces Cast of Arthur Miller's A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE
by A.A. Cristi - December 20, 2023

Long Wharf Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its spring production of Arthur Miller's A View from the Bridge, which will take place at the iconic waterfront Canal Dock Boathouse in New Haven from February 10 through March 10. ...
Cast Set for Tom Stoppard's ARCADIA at BEDLAM Photo Cast Set for Tom Stoppard's ARCADIA at BEDLAM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 08, 2023

Immerse yourself in BEDLAM's captivating production of ARCADIA by Tom Stoppard. Don't miss the chance to witness this theatrical masterpiece at the Boston Theatre from November 1st to November 30th....
Alison Fraser to Reprise Role in CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Off-Broadway; Complete Cast An Photo Alison Fraser to Reprise Role in CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF Off-Broadway; Complete Cast Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 25, 2023

Ruth Stage has announced that two-time Tony Award nominee Alison Fraser (The Secret Garden) will reprise her role as ‘Big Mama’, as well as announcing the complete casting for their provocative and controversial modern staging of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof....
SliCE Debuts Football and Heart Shaped Pizzas for Super Bowl and Valentine's Season Photo SliCE Debuts Football and Heart Shaped Pizzas for Super Bowl and Valentine's Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 02, 2023

Celebrate love, football, Philly and pizza this February! SliCE goes for a touchdown with not one, but two special pizzas for Super Bowl Season and Valentine's Day....
Finalists Named for Steinberg-ATCA New Play Award Photo Finalists Named for Steinberg-ATCA New Play Award
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 02, 2022

The American Theatre Critics Association (ATCA) has selected five finalists for the Harold and Mimi Steinberg/ATCA New Play Award, recognizing playwrights of the best scripts that premiered professionally outside of New York City in 2021....
August Wilson House Grand Opening Attracts Hundreds To Pittsburgh's Historic Hill Dis Photo August Wilson House Grand Opening Attracts Hundreds To Pittsburgh's Historic Hill District
by Stephi Wild - August 29, 2022

Hundreds gathered in Pittsburgh's historic Hill District on Saturday, Aug. 13, for a day of festivities to mark the grand opening of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson's restored childhood home at 1727 Bedford Ave....
24 Actors Will Make Their Broadway Debuts in LEOPOLDSTADT; Meet the Full Cast! Photo 24 Actors Will Make Their Broadway Debuts in LEOPOLDSTADT; Meet the Full Cast!
by Stephi Wild - September 14, 2022

Leopoldstadt officially begins previews on Broadway, September 14. Get to know the cast bringing this play to the stage! ...
Interview: Bruce Jackson And Yuri Hreshchychyn on DAKHABRAKHA and the film EARTH at A Photo Interview: Bruce Jackson And Yuri Hreshchychyn on DAKHABRAKHA and the film EARTH at ArtPark
by Ilana Lucas - July 11, 2022

DakhaBrakha returns to ArtPark July 14th for a reception, fundraising concert, and talkback. Originating from the Ukrainian experimental theatre group, Dakh, under the artistic direction of Vladislav Troitsky, the band of four friends has played worldwide in a mission to spread and celebrate Ukraini...
Daniel Franzese Will Appear in the World Premiere Comedy ITALIAN MOM LOVES YOU! At Se Photo Daniel Franzese Will Appear in the World Premiere Comedy ITALIAN MOM LOVES YOU! At Seven Angels
by Stephi Wild - June 09, 2022

Seven Angels Theatre announced today the world premiere of Italian Mom Loves You!, a comedy co-written and starring film, television and stage actor Daniel Franzese. This solo tour de force will run at the theatre, located at 1 Plank Road in Waterbury, CT, from August 12 through 21. Italian Mom Love...
The Italian Festival Hosts Grape Stomp, Bocce Tournament, Dog Show, and More Photo The Italian Festival Hosts Grape Stomp, Bocce Tournament, Dog Show, and More
by Stephi Wild - September 20, 2022

​​​​​​​Seattle Center Festál continues with The Italian Festival Saturday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall and Fisher Pavilion. The festival is family oriented, free and open to the public. ...
'Engaging, Inspiring, Fascinating' Irma Herrera Brings Her One-Woman Show to TPAC Thi Photo 'Engaging, Inspiring, Fascinating' Irma Herrera Brings Her One-Woman Show to TPAC This Weekend
by Jeffrey Ellis - February 06, 2023

Engaging in conversation with Irma Herrera – even if it’s via Zoom in the middle of a busy day during which a remodeling project on her San Francisco home is under way, with the sounds of construction in the background as proof – is one of the most delightful ways to spend a scant hour on a sunny af...
Seattle Center Festál to Host Italian Festival This Weekend Photo Seattle Center Festál to Host Italian Festival This Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - September 24, 2022

Seattle Center Festál will continue with The Italian Festival Saturday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall and Fisher Pavilion. The festival is family oriented, free and open to the public. ...
Jane's Walk 2022 Will Spotlight Four Historic Districts In Harlem Photo Jane's Walk 2022 Will Spotlight Four Historic Districts In Harlem
by Stephi Wild - April 05, 2022

Jane's Walk has returned to New York with in-person experiences. In addition, local groups are highlighting four historic districts in Harlem simultaneously - the Mt. Morris Historic District, the Central Harlem Historic District, Striver's Row, and the newly designated Dorrance Brooks Historic Dist...
Meet the Cast of UNCLE VANYA, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway Photo Meet the Cast of UNCLE VANYA, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - April 02, 2024

Uncle Vayna is back this season courtesy of Lincoln Center Theater. This version of the play features a new translation by Heidi Schreck and is directed by Lila Neugebauer.  Meet the cast of Uncle Vanya here!...
Seattle Center Festál to Host Italian Festival This Weekend Photo Seattle Center Festál to Host Italian Festival This Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - September 24, 2022

Seattle Center Festál will continue with The Italian Festival Saturday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall and Fisher Pavilion. The festival is family oriented, free and open to the public. ...
Review: A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE, Chichester Festival Theatre Photo Review: A VIEW FROM THE BRIDGE, Chichester Festival Theatre
by Gary Naylor - October 12, 2023

It may be old enough to collect its state pension, but this classic play still has much to say about life as it's lived today...
Chicago's Cabaret Queen Denise Tomasello Receives Impresa Award Photo Chicago's Cabaret Queen Denise Tomasello Receives Impresa Award
by Blair Ingenthron - September 17, 2023

Chicago's Cabaret Queen Denise Tomasello receives the prestigious Impresa Award from the JCCIA Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans, honoring her accomplishments as a Chicago Italian-American woman. Tomasello is known for her versatile musical talent and engaging performances, making her the o...
First Public Screening Announced For TUTTI IN SCENE The Documentary On The Beginning Photo First Public Screening Announced For TUTTI IN SCENE The Documentary On The Beginning Of Italian Theater In The US
by Stephi Wild - January 30, 2023

Presented for the first public screening at Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimo' at NYU (24 W 12 street) on January 30, 2023 at 630PM. Cast and Crew will be in attendance. ...




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