Capital Repertory Theatre's NEXT ACT! New Play Summit Arrives June 7-10
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2019
The eighth annual NEXT ACT! New Play Summit, at Capital Repertory Theatre and Proctors, June 7-10, features readings of three full-length plays-Meridith Friedman's The Luckiest People, Rachel Lynett's Here Be Dragons and Deborah Yarchun's The Calm Before. The developmental workshop will also include the popular First 15; a Synopsis Clinic led by Dramatist Guild Member Aoise Stratford; two events featuring Young Playwrights; and, for the first time, a film screening.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2019
The eighth annual NEXT ACT! New Play Summit, at Capital Repertory Theatre and Proctors, June 7-10, features readings of three full-length plays-Meridith Friedman's The Luckiest People, Rachel Lynett's Here Be Dragons and Deborah Yarchun's The Calm Before. The developmental workshop will also include the popular First 15; a Synopsis Clinic led by Dramatist Guild Member Aoise Stratford; two events featuring Young Playwrights; and, for the first time, a film screening.
RBTL's Stars Of Tomorrow NYC Bound Competition Winners Selected!
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2019
The Rochester Broadway Theatre League (RBTL) is pleased to announce that it will join other professional theater organizations from across the country participating in the eleventh annual presentation of "The Jimmy Awards", to be held in New York City on June 24th at the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway. The National High School Musical Theater Awards (NHSMTA), founded and produced by Nederlander Presentations, Inc. and Pittsburgh CLO, is a national celebration of outstanding student achievement that recognizes individual artistry in vocal, dance and acting performances by high school students. "The Jimmy Award" is named in honor of James M. Nederlander, legendary Broadway theater owner and producer.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2019
The Rochester Broadway Theatre League (RBTL) is pleased to announce that it will join other professional theater organizations from across the country participating in the eleventh annual presentation of "The Jimmy Awards", to be held in New York City on June 24th at the Minskoff Theatre on Broadway. The National High School Musical Theater Awards (NHSMTA), founded and produced by Nederlander Presentations, Inc. and Pittsburgh CLO, is a national celebration of outstanding student achievement that recognizes individual artistry in vocal, dance and acting performances by high school students. "The Jimmy Award" is named in honor of James M. Nederlander, legendary Broadway theater owner and producer.
Mount Tremper Arts Announces Watershed Laboratory 2019 Season
by Sarah Hookey - May 22, 2019
Nestled in the Catskill Mountains, Mount Tremper Arts (MTA) is an artist-founded laboratory space dedicated to supporting artists in the creation and presentation of new works of contemporary art. Beginning on June 15, they will present eight new experimental performances-deeply rooted in collaboration and activism-through their Watershed Lab. Guided by the metaphor of the Catskills as the watershed for New York City, MTA serves as the artistic headwaters for works that are incubated through residencies and performances before traveling to presenting partners in NYC.
by Sarah Hookey - May 22, 2019
Nestled in the Catskill Mountains, Mount Tremper Arts (MTA) is an artist-founded laboratory space dedicated to supporting artists in the creation and presentation of new works of contemporary art. Beginning on June 15, they will present eight new experimental performances-deeply rooted in collaboration and activism-through their Watershed Lab. Guided by the metaphor of the Catskills as the watershed for New York City, MTA serves as the artistic headwaters for works that are incubated through residencies and performances before traveling to presenting partners in NYC.
INHERITANCE, An Immersive Installation & Performance Invites You To Explore What Makes You You
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
Part theater performance, part immersive installation, part cutting-edge Augmented Reality Sound Experience, the revolutionary trans-disciplinary performance Inheritance invites us to embark on an investigative journey into identity.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
Part theater performance, part immersive installation, part cutting-edge Augmented Reality Sound Experience, the revolutionary trans-disciplinary performance Inheritance invites us to embark on an investigative journey into identity.
The Kitchen Theatre Company Presents Nina Raine's Award-Winning Play TRIBES
by Sarah Hookey - May 21, 2019
Next up at the Kitchen Theatre Company is Tribes by Nina Raine, an atypical family drama that examines the power of communication within the dynamics of a British hearing family with a deaf son. Performances of Tribes begin at the Kitchen Theatre Company in the Percy Browning Performance Space on June 2nd and run through June 23rd. Opening night is Thursday, June 6th.
by Sarah Hookey - May 21, 2019
Next up at the Kitchen Theatre Company is Tribes by Nina Raine, an atypical family drama that examines the power of communication within the dynamics of a British hearing family with a deaf son. Performances of Tribes begin at the Kitchen Theatre Company in the Percy Browning Performance Space on June 2nd and run through June 23rd. Opening night is Thursday, June 6th.
New Rochelle Opera Presents LA TRAVIATA
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
New Rochelle Opera, Westchester's longest running opera company, will present Giuseppe Verdi's La Traviata, from June 20-23, 2019 in the Frank J. Auriana Theatre at the Ursuline School, 1354 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY. The production will be directed by Company co-founder and artistic director Camille Coppola, with orchestra and chorus conducted by Brian Holman. The opera will be sung in Italian, with English supertitles.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
New Rochelle Opera, Westchester's longest running opera company, will present Giuseppe Verdi's La Traviata, from June 20-23, 2019 in the Frank J. Auriana Theatre at the Ursuline School, 1354 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY. The production will be directed by Company co-founder and artistic director Camille Coppola, with orchestra and chorus conducted by Brian Holman. The opera will be sung in Italian, with English supertitles.
VOTE LIKE A GIRL Returns To Washington Irving's Sunnyside On June 1
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
Pay tribute to fearless women past and present during Vote Like a Girl at Washington Irving's Sunnyside on Saturday, June 1, from 10am-4pm. Art activities, games, music, and a parade will highlight the day's celebration of the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, passed by Congress on June 4, 1919.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
Pay tribute to fearless women past and present during Vote Like a Girl at Washington Irving's Sunnyside on Saturday, June 1, from 10am-4pm. Art activities, games, music, and a parade will highlight the day's celebration of the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment, passed by Congress on June 4, 1919.
Two Local Young Actresses Cast As “Lulu” For The Rochester Engagement Of WAITRESS
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
The TONY nominated musical WAITRESS, which plays June 4-9, 2019 at RBTL's Auditorium Theatre, has cast two young area actresses to take on the role of "Lulu" during the Rochester engagement.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
The TONY nominated musical WAITRESS, which plays June 4-9, 2019 at RBTL's Auditorium Theatre, has cast two young area actresses to take on the role of "Lulu" during the Rochester engagement.
Ancram Opera House Awarded $94,000 In NY State Arts & Economic Development Grants
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
The Ancram Opera House (AOH), an award-winning non-profit performing arts organization in rural southern Columbia County, announced that it has received grants totaling $94,000 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) and the NY State Regional Economic Development Council (REDC). The grants will be used to purchase theatrical lighting, new audience seating, fund a full-time Artistic Director, and develop two original theatrical works.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
The Ancram Opera House (AOH), an award-winning non-profit performing arts organization in rural southern Columbia County, announced that it has received grants totaling $94,000 from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) and the NY State Regional Economic Development Council (REDC). The grants will be used to purchase theatrical lighting, new audience seating, fund a full-time Artistic Director, and develop two original theatrical works.
Ceres Gallery Presents TIPPING POINT: ART AT THE EDGE By Ruth Bauer Neustadter
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
Ceres Gallery is pleased to present 'Tipping Point: Art at the Edge' by Ruth Bauer Neustadter, from May 28 to June 22, 2019 with an opening reception on Thursday, May 30 from 6-8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
Ceres Gallery is pleased to present 'Tipping Point: Art at the Edge' by Ruth Bauer Neustadter, from May 28 to June 22, 2019 with an opening reception on Thursday, May 30 from 6-8 p.m.
Casting Announced For THE SHAGGS At Bridge Street Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
Casting has been completed on yet another milestone for Catskill's adventurous Bridge Street Theatre - its first full-scale summer musical! But, true to form, it's a pretty off-beat one: Joy Gregory and Gunnar Madsen's acclaimed Off-Broadway hit 'The Shaggs: Philosophy of the World'. Based on the true story of three sisters from rural new Hampshire whose father forced them to form a rock band, and who recorded an album back in 1969 which has since become a cult classic, 'The Shaggs' will play for eight performances only, Thursdays through Sundays July 11-21, in BST's intimate 84-seat Mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
Casting has been completed on yet another milestone for Catskill's adventurous Bridge Street Theatre - its first full-scale summer musical! But, true to form, it's a pretty off-beat one: Joy Gregory and Gunnar Madsen's acclaimed Off-Broadway hit 'The Shaggs: Philosophy of the World'. Based on the true story of three sisters from rural new Hampshire whose father forced them to form a rock band, and who recorded an album back in 1969 which has since become a cult classic, 'The Shaggs' will play for eight performances only, Thursdays through Sundays July 11-21, in BST's intimate 84-seat Mainstage.
Marimba and Flute Take Center Stage at June 9 Concert in Cooperstown
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
The unusual combination of flute and marimba is the focus of the Cooperstown Summer Music Festival's second spring concert, featuring Festival Artistic Director Linda Chesis and percussionist Ian David Rosenbaum, which will take place on Sunday, June 9 at 5pm at Christ Episcopal Church in Cooperstown.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
The unusual combination of flute and marimba is the focus of the Cooperstown Summer Music Festival's second spring concert, featuring Festival Artistic Director Linda Chesis and percussionist Ian David Rosenbaum, which will take place on Sunday, June 9 at 5pm at Christ Episcopal Church in Cooperstown.
IT'S A BEAUTIFUL WOUND Comes to Chenango River Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2019
IT'S A BEAUTIFUL WOUND, written and performed by prolific playwright Rich Orloff, is the true story of Rich's adventures in underground therapy using Ecstasy and psilocybin mushrooms, based on cutting-edge experiments designed to help people heal from deep emotional wounds. Inspired by the autobiographical monologues of Spalding Gray, IT'S A BEAUTIFUL WOUND takes the audience through the experience, in an honest, amusing and compelling way.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2019
IT'S A BEAUTIFUL WOUND, written and performed by prolific playwright Rich Orloff, is the true story of Rich's adventures in underground therapy using Ecstasy and psilocybin mushrooms, based on cutting-edge experiments designed to help people heal from deep emotional wounds. Inspired by the autobiographical monologues of Spalding Gray, IT'S A BEAUTIFUL WOUND takes the audience through the experience, in an honest, amusing and compelling way.
Bethel Woods To Participate In Blue Star Museums
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
For the sixth year, The Museum at Bethel Woods will take part in Blue Star Museums, a program which provides free admission to our nation's active-duty military personnel and their families this summer. The 2019 program will begin earlier than in past years, launching on Saturday, May 18, 2019, Armed Forces Day, and ending on Monday, September 2, 2019, Labor Day.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
For the sixth year, The Museum at Bethel Woods will take part in Blue Star Museums, a program which provides free admission to our nation's active-duty military personnel and their families this summer. The 2019 program will begin earlier than in past years, launching on Saturday, May 18, 2019, Armed Forces Day, and ending on Monday, September 2, 2019, Labor Day.
Hoff-Barthelson's Festival Orchestra Concludes 2018-19 Season With Guest Artist Gerard Reuter, Oboe
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
Hoff-Barthelson Music School's Festival Orchestra closes out its 2018-19 season on Saturday, June 8, 2018, at 7:00 pm at the Recital Hall at the Performing Arts Center at Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, New York.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
Hoff-Barthelson Music School's Festival Orchestra closes out its 2018-19 season on Saturday, June 8, 2018, at 7:00 pm at the Recital Hall at the Performing Arts Center at Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, New York.
Albany Symphony And David Alan Miller Presents The American Music Festival, Sing Out! New York
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
The Albany Symphony's American Music Festival will return to Troy with performances and happenings at EMPAC, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, the Tiffany-adorned St. Paul's Episcopal Church and Troy's Monumental Square starting Thursday, May 30, 2019 through Sunday, June 9, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
The Albany Symphony's American Music Festival will return to Troy with performances and happenings at EMPAC, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, the Tiffany-adorned St. Paul's Episcopal Church and Troy's Monumental Square starting Thursday, May 30, 2019 through Sunday, June 9, 2019.
Kitchen Theatre Company Celebrates a Successful Lip Sink Fundraiser
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
On May 11, 2019, Kitchen Theatre Company (KTC) presented its second annual Lip Sink Spring Fundraiser.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2019
On May 11, 2019, Kitchen Theatre Company (KTC) presented its second annual Lip Sink Spring Fundraiser.
Troy Foundry Theatre Announces The World Premiere Of 100 YEARS By Richard Dresser
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2019
Troy Foundry Theatre is proud to present the world premiere of 100 Years by Richard Dresser directed by Elizabeth Carlson-Guerin (Curio Theatre Company). Set in the not-too-distant future, this new dark comedy confronts today's direst global crises with incisive humor and sly wisdom.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2019
Troy Foundry Theatre is proud to present the world premiere of 100 Years by Richard Dresser directed by Elizabeth Carlson-Guerin (Curio Theatre Company). Set in the not-too-distant future, this new dark comedy confronts today's direst global crises with incisive humor and sly wisdom.
Syracuse Stage To Receive $10,000 Grant From The NEA
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2019
National Endowment for the Arts Acting Chairman Mary Anne Carter has approved more than $80 million in grants as part of the Arts Endowment's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2019.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2019
National Endowment for the Arts Acting Chairman Mary Anne Carter has approved more than $80 million in grants as part of the Arts Endowment's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2019.
First Annual Hunter Mountain Film Festival Announced
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
The first annual Hunter Mountain Film Festival (HMFF), in partnership with Doctorow Center for the Arts and Orpheum Film and Performing Arts Center, will provide a one of a kind film celebration through an interactive mountain adventure in beautiful Upstate New York from Thursday, May 16, through Saturday, May 18, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
The first annual Hunter Mountain Film Festival (HMFF), in partnership with Doctorow Center for the Arts and Orpheum Film and Performing Arts Center, will provide a one of a kind film celebration through an interactive mountain adventure in beautiful Upstate New York from Thursday, May 16, through Saturday, May 18, 2019.
FLMTF Announces Cast Of GREASE
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
The Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival (FLMTF) proudly launches its 2019 season with the smash hit Grease. The show runs June 5 through June 26 at the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse in Emerson Park. This year marks the company's 61st season which also includes Grand Hotel, South Pacific, Working, A Musical, and Loch Ness, a New Musical.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
The Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival (FLMTF) proudly launches its 2019 season with the smash hit Grease. The show runs June 5 through June 26 at the Merry-Go-Round Playhouse in Emerson Park. This year marks the company's 61st season which also includes Grand Hotel, South Pacific, Working, A Musical, and Loch Ness, a New Musical.
Lumberyard Brings Full-Length Feature Film To Village Of Catskill
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
LUMBERYARD Center for Film and Performing Arts today announced that it is bringing REMcycle Productions to Catskill to rent their sound stage for the production of a full-length feature film. This marks a major milestone for LUMBERYARD, as REMcycle Productions is the first production company to rent LUMBERYARD's newly opened sound stage.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
LUMBERYARD Center for Film and Performing Arts today announced that it is bringing REMcycle Productions to Catskill to rent their sound stage for the production of a full-length feature film. This marks a major milestone for LUMBERYARD, as REMcycle Productions is the first production company to rent LUMBERYARD's newly opened sound stage.
Photo Flash: THE IT GIRL At Meadow Brook Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
In The IT Girl, Betty, a sassy department store clerk has something special. It's enough to win an advertising contest looking for the girl with "IT," but will it be enough to charm the heir to the retail empire that employs her?
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
In The IT Girl, Betty, a sassy department store clerk has something special. It's enough to win an advertising contest looking for the girl with "IT," but will it be enough to charm the heir to the retail empire that employs her?
Bull & Bear Roadhouse At Amphitheater + Venue Enhancements Announced
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
SMG is excited to offer concert goers a new way to "Feed Your Belly!" by welcoming local favorite Bull & Bear Roadhouse to the St. Joseph's Health Amphitheater at Lakeview this year. The venue is now home to the Bull & Bear Roadhouse food trailer which will offer a variety of items to be enjoyed by all. Starting with the first concert of the season THIS THURSDAY (Jason Aldean/May 16th), the amphitheater encourages Bull & Bear Roadhouse fans (and soon-to-be fans) to stop by the on-site location in the East Plaza and try their gourmet items.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
SMG is excited to offer concert goers a new way to "Feed Your Belly!" by welcoming local favorite Bull & Bear Roadhouse to the St. Joseph's Health Amphitheater at Lakeview this year. The venue is now home to the Bull & Bear Roadhouse food trailer which will offer a variety of items to be enjoyed by all. Starting with the first concert of the season THIS THURSDAY (Jason Aldean/May 16th), the amphitheater encourages Bull & Bear Roadhouse fans (and soon-to-be fans) to stop by the on-site location in the East Plaza and try their gourmet items.
Redhouse Arts Center Closes 2018-19 Season With THE ALL NIGHT STRUT
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
Redhouse will conclude its 2018 -19 Season with The All Night Strut!, conceived and originally directed and choreographed by Fran Charnas with musical arrangements by Tom Fitt, Gil Lieb and Dick Schermesser, running from May 30th - June 9th. The production will feature a partnership with CNY Jazz who will provide the musicians and musical direction along with Central New York Theater Icon, Bob Brown who will make his directorial debut with Redhouse. The All Night Strut! promises a high energy evening of memorable music and incredible singing and dancing that will have you tapping your toes long after you leave the theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
Redhouse will conclude its 2018 -19 Season with The All Night Strut!, conceived and originally directed and choreographed by Fran Charnas with musical arrangements by Tom Fitt, Gil Lieb and Dick Schermesser, running from May 30th - June 9th. The production will feature a partnership with CNY Jazz who will provide the musicians and musical direction along with Central New York Theater Icon, Bob Brown who will make his directorial debut with Redhouse. The All Night Strut! promises a high energy evening of memorable music and incredible singing and dancing that will have you tapping your toes long after you leave the theatre.
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