Jimmie 'JJ' Walker And Guests Set For Lyric Theater 8/26
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 19, 2011
Rising from the streets of New York's ghettos to television superstardom, Jimmie Walker personifies the great American success story.
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 19, 2011
Rising from the streets of New York's ghettos to television superstardom, Jimmie Walker personifies the great American success story.
Maltz Jupiter Theatre Seeks Young Actors for Student-Run Show
by Kelsey Denette - July 18, 2011
Students at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre are producing their very own show, and they need local young people to fill the play's roles.
by Kelsey Denette - July 18, 2011
Students at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre are producing their very own show, and they need local young people to fill the play's roles.
Arsht Center Presents 2011 - 2012 'Theater Up Close' Season
by Beau Higgins - July 18, 2011
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County proudly announced six new presentations featuring internationally and nationally-renowned plays, two world premieres and critically-acclaimed artists, many from South Florida, to headline the 2011-2012 THEATER UP CLOSE SEASON in the Arsht Center's intimate Carnival Studio Theater.
by Beau Higgins - July 18, 2011
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County proudly announced six new presentations featuring internationally and nationally-renowned plays, two world premieres and critically-acclaimed artists, many from South Florida, to headline the 2011-2012 THEATER UP CLOSE SEASON in the Arsht Center's intimate Carnival Studio Theater.
Broward Center Welcomes MacDonald's Memories of Elvis in Concert Tribute
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 18, 2011
On August 13, 2011 (8pm) at Fort Lauderdale's Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Chris MacDonald will lovingly bring back the magic of "the King or Rock-n-roll" in a truly dynamic performance complete with costumes, back up singers, dancers and high-energy concert band.
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 18, 2011
On August 13, 2011 (8pm) at Fort Lauderdale's Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Chris MacDonald will lovingly bring back the magic of "the King or Rock-n-roll" in a truly dynamic performance complete with costumes, back up singers, dancers and high-energy concert band.
SUMMER JAZZ CAMP At Arts At St. Johns Starts 7/18
by Beau Higgins - July 18, 2011
The Summer Jazz Camp at the Arts at St. Johns in Miami Beach includes Jazz music history, introduction to the fundamental language of Jazz, Latin rhythms, Jazz theory and technique, Jazz improvisation, and small-group ensemble jam sessions.
by Beau Higgins - July 18, 2011
The Summer Jazz Camp at the Arts at St. Johns in Miami Beach includes Jazz music history, introduction to the fundamental language of Jazz, Latin rhythms, Jazz theory and technique, Jazz improvisation, and small-group ensemble jam sessions.
THE PILLOWMAN - Thriller Opens At Empire Stage
by Beau Higgins - July 17, 2011
With echoes of Stoppard, Kafka, and the Brothers Grimm, 'The Pillowman' centers on a writer in an unnamed totalitarian state who is being interrogated about the gruesome content of his short stories and their similarities to a series of child murders. 'Comedies don't come any blacker than 'The Pillowman,' stated the New York Times. 'Even those familiar with this British dramatist's [McDonagh's] blithe way with murder, mutilation and dismemberment may be jolted by the events described and simulated so picturesquely...(Advisory note: severed fingers and heads, electric drills, barbed wire and premature burial all figure prominently.)'
by Beau Higgins - July 17, 2011
With echoes of Stoppard, Kafka, and the Brothers Grimm, 'The Pillowman' centers on a writer in an unnamed totalitarian state who is being interrogated about the gruesome content of his short stories and their similarities to a series of child murders. 'Comedies don't come any blacker than 'The Pillowman,' stated the New York Times. 'Even those familiar with this British dramatist's [McDonagh's] blithe way with murder, mutilation and dismemberment may be jolted by the events described and simulated so picturesquely...(Advisory note: severed fingers and heads, electric drills, barbed wire and premature burial all figure prominently.)'
Rising Action Theatre Announces 2011 - 2012 Season
by Beau Higgins - July 17, 2011
Rising Action Theatre announced its 2011-2012 Fifth Anniversary Season. Five plays and musicals, celebrating the diversity and promoting tolerance through the theatre arts, will comprise the Season, beginning in September.
by Beau Higgins - July 17, 2011
Rising Action Theatre announced its 2011-2012 Fifth Anniversary Season. Five plays and musicals, celebrating the diversity and promoting tolerance through the theatre arts, will comprise the Season, beginning in September.
Kravis Center Presents BENISE, THE SPANISH GUITAR
by Beau Higgins - July 17, 2011
Benise's The Spanish Guitar has been hailed as 'The Latin Riverdance!' A former street musician now a celebrated International guitarist, Benise (Buh-ness-say) and his Emmy award-winning Nights of Fire cast, perform The World Music & Dance Spectacular The Spanish Guitar at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, November 6 at 7 p.m. in the Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr. Concert Hall.
by Beau Higgins - July 17, 2011
Benise's The Spanish Guitar has been hailed as 'The Latin Riverdance!' A former street musician now a celebrated International guitarist, Benise (Buh-ness-say) and his Emmy award-winning Nights of Fire cast, perform The World Music & Dance Spectacular The Spanish Guitar at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday, November 6 at 7 p.m. in the Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr. Concert Hall.
COWGIRLS Closes At FST July 17
by Beau Higgins - July 17, 2011
FST's hit country musical Cowgirls has been extended through July 17, due to popular demand. The 'energetic' musical is under the direction of Mary Murfitt (concept of COWGIRLS/composer/lyricist) and music direction by Mary Ehlinger (musical arrangments for COWGIRLS), and brings together six talented actresses-singers-musicians 'for a thoroughly enjoyable evening of musical theatre.' (SCENE Magazine)
by Beau Higgins - July 17, 2011
FST's hit country musical Cowgirls has been extended through July 17, due to popular demand. The 'energetic' musical is under the direction of Mary Murfitt (concept of COWGIRLS/composer/lyricist) and music direction by Mary Ehlinger (musical arrangments for COWGIRLS), and brings together six talented actresses-singers-musicians 'for a thoroughly enjoyable evening of musical theatre.' (SCENE Magazine)
Bay Street Players Present Gutenberg! The Musical! 7/24- 8/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 15, 2011
Gutenberg! The Musical! an off-Broadway and London hit is being presented for four nights only by the Bay Street Players in Eustis.
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 15, 2011
Gutenberg! The Musical! an off-Broadway and London hit is being presented for four nights only by the Bay Street Players in Eustis.
TV Star Ella Joyce In A ROSE AMONG THORNS, A Tribute to Rosa Parks
by Beau Higgins - July 15, 2011
TV Star Ella Joyce headlines the 4th Annual Aurora Jacksonville Black Arts Festival, July 22-24, 2011. Actress Ella Joyce, best known for her co-starring role of Eleanor on FOX TV's 'Roc', and Jasmine on 'My Wife & Kids, captures the famous moment in the life of Rosa Parks, affectionately called 'Mother of the Civil Rights Movement', in her highly acclaimed, one-woman play A Rose Among Thorns, a Tribute to Rosa Parks; Created & Performed by ELLA JOYCE and Directed by Dan Martin. A ROSE AMONG THORNS will take place on Sunday, July 24 at 3:00 p.m.
by Beau Higgins - July 15, 2011
TV Star Ella Joyce headlines the 4th Annual Aurora Jacksonville Black Arts Festival, July 22-24, 2011. Actress Ella Joyce, best known for her co-starring role of Eleanor on FOX TV's 'Roc', and Jasmine on 'My Wife & Kids, captures the famous moment in the life of Rosa Parks, affectionately called 'Mother of the Civil Rights Movement', in her highly acclaimed, one-woman play A Rose Among Thorns, a Tribute to Rosa Parks; Created & Performed by ELLA JOYCE and Directed by Dan Martin. A ROSE AMONG THORNS will take place on Sunday, July 24 at 3:00 p.m.
SUDS Opens Miami Beach Stage Door Theatre
by Beau Higgins - July 15, 2011
Combining the best songs of the Baby Boomer era with a lot of humor, a fine cast and a veteran technical team, 'SUDS' is the ideal choice for Miami Beach Stage Door Theatre's debut at the landmark Byron Carlyle in Miami Beach. The show begins its run on Friday, July 29 and continues through Sunday, September 4.
by Beau Higgins - July 15, 2011
Combining the best songs of the Baby Boomer era with a lot of humor, a fine cast and a veteran technical team, 'SUDS' is the ideal choice for Miami Beach Stage Door Theatre's debut at the landmark Byron Carlyle in Miami Beach. The show begins its run on Friday, July 29 and continues through Sunday, September 4.
Maltz Jupiter's 8th Annual Palm Beach Idols Declared A Success
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 15, 2011
South Florida's finest talent became superstars on July 9 at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre Guild's eighth annual Palm Beach Idols. The fundraiser raised approximately $7,000 for the not-for-profit Maltz Jupiter Theatre Conservatory of the Performing Arts.
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 15, 2011
South Florida's finest talent became superstars on July 9 at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre Guild's eighth annual Palm Beach Idols. The fundraiser raised approximately $7,000 for the not-for-profit Maltz Jupiter Theatre Conservatory of the Performing Arts.
MASKED At GableStage At The Biltmore - Southeastern Premiere
by Beau Higgins - July 15, 2011
An explosive play by an Israeli about three Palestinian brothers locked in a life-and-death struggle over issues of deception and betrayal. Set in a village on the West Bank in 1990, with the Israeli-Arab struggle as its backdrop, the play depicts the tragedy of one family torn between duty, kinship, principles and survival.
by Beau Higgins - July 15, 2011
An explosive play by an Israeli about three Palestinian brothers locked in a life-and-death struggle over issues of deception and betrayal. Set in a village on the West Bank in 1990, with the Israeli-Arab struggle as its backdrop, the play depicts the tragedy of one family torn between duty, kinship, principles and survival.
Asolo Rep Announces Change in 11-12 Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 15, 2011
Michael Donald Edwards, Producing Artistic Director of Asolo Repertory Theatre and Steven High, Executive Director of The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art announced today that a co-production of John Logan's Tony Award winning drama, Red will play March 30-April 22, 2012 in the Ringling Museum's Historic Asolo Theater.
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 15, 2011
Michael Donald Edwards, Producing Artistic Director of Asolo Repertory Theatre and Steven High, Executive Director of The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art announced today that a co-production of John Logan's Tony Award winning drama, Red will play March 30-April 22, 2012 in the Ringling Museum's Historic Asolo Theater.
Florida Studio Theatre Begins Sarasota Improv Festival
by Nicole Rosky - July 14, 2011
FST's Sarasota Improv Festival is here! This weekend brings two-nights of comedy to Downtown Sarasota with 10 of the hottest groups on the Improv scene nationwide. Acts from New York City, Boston, Austin, Miami, Atlanta (and everywhere in between) will perform on the Cabaret stage in the festival that Sarasota Magazine called 'high-energy' and the Sarasota Herald-Tribune called 'hilarious.' The festival will also feature Improv workshops taught by the professional Improvisers attending the festival. This is a must-see event for anyone with a funny bone! Due to popular demand for the Saturday workshops, an additional workshop has been added at 3pm. ImprovBoston will now host a second Free Form Workshop at 3pm in the rehearsal studios. Workshops are $29 each. 'We'll review the tools that will enable to creat a unique free-form performing experience every time you hit the stage,' said ImprovBoston Artistic Director, Will Luera. 'We will review ideas of listening to what the show wants, what can be funny, when are the best times to edit and how to edit the scene.'
by Nicole Rosky - July 14, 2011
FST's Sarasota Improv Festival is here! This weekend brings two-nights of comedy to Downtown Sarasota with 10 of the hottest groups on the Improv scene nationwide. Acts from New York City, Boston, Austin, Miami, Atlanta (and everywhere in between) will perform on the Cabaret stage in the festival that Sarasota Magazine called 'high-energy' and the Sarasota Herald-Tribune called 'hilarious.' The festival will also feature Improv workshops taught by the professional Improvisers attending the festival. This is a must-see event for anyone with a funny bone! Due to popular demand for the Saturday workshops, an additional workshop has been added at 3pm. ImprovBoston will now host a second Free Form Workshop at 3pm in the rehearsal studios. Workshops are $29 each. 'We'll review the tools that will enable to creat a unique free-form performing experience every time you hit the stage,' said ImprovBoston Artistic Director, Will Luera. 'We will review ideas of listening to what the show wants, what can be funny, when are the best times to edit and how to edit the scene.'
First Step to Stardom Auditions Seek Young Performers for Maltz Jupiter
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 14, 2011
Local young performers have another chance to take their ‘first step to stardom' at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre.
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 14, 2011
Local young performers have another chance to take their ‘first step to stardom' at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre.
SONG OF THE LIVING DEAD First Regional Production At TPT
by Beau Higgins - July 14, 2011
The show follows the classic love story of a young couple. While out together running some errands and enjoying their newly-engaged bliss, the sweethearts unwittingly stumble into a full-fledged zombie attack. What follows is a musically accompanied account of the skin crawling, zombie fighting, brain craving mayhem and a true testament to the couple's 'Undying Love.' Named Creative Loafing Readers' Pick for Best Theater Premiere & Best Play in Atlanta, The Promethean Theatre is the first theatre outside of Dad's Garage to produce this play.
by Beau Higgins - July 14, 2011
The show follows the classic love story of a young couple. While out together running some errands and enjoying their newly-engaged bliss, the sweethearts unwittingly stumble into a full-fledged zombie attack. What follows is a musically accompanied account of the skin crawling, zombie fighting, brain craving mayhem and a true testament to the couple's 'Undying Love.' Named Creative Loafing Readers' Pick for Best Theater Premiere & Best Play in Atlanta, The Promethean Theatre is the first theatre outside of Dad's Garage to produce this play.
Dolly Parton Makes Sarasota Premiere at the Van Wezel 10/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 14, 2011
Dolly Parton's The Better Day Tour will hit the Van Wezel on Sunday, October 16 at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale this Friday, July 15th at 10 a.m.
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 14, 2011
Dolly Parton's The Better Day Tour will hit the Van Wezel on Sunday, October 16 at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale this Friday, July 15th at 10 a.m.
2011 League of Historic American Theatres Announces Awards
by Kelsey Denette - July 13, 2011
The League of Historic American Theatres, Inc., celebrating excellence in the preservation, restoration and sustainable operation of historic theatres throughout North America, presented its 2011 Outstanding Historic Theatre Award to Fox Theatre/Atlanta Landmarks, Inc. in Atlanta, GA and its 2011 Outstanding Individual Contribution Award to Jeff Greene, President of EverGreene Architectural Arts, Inc. in New York, NY.
by Kelsey Denette - July 13, 2011
The League of Historic American Theatres, Inc., celebrating excellence in the preservation, restoration and sustainable operation of historic theatres throughout North America, presented its 2011 Outstanding Historic Theatre Award to Fox Theatre/Atlanta Landmarks, Inc. in Atlanta, GA and its 2011 Outstanding Individual Contribution Award to Jeff Greene, President of EverGreene Architectural Arts, Inc. in New York, NY.
Boca Raton Theatre Guild Announces 2011 - 2012 Season
by Beau Higgins - July 13, 2011
The Boca Raton Theatre Guild announced the plays it has selected for its 2011-2012 season: Sarah Jones' Bridge and Tunnel, Charles Busch's Tales of the Allergist's Wife, the musical Sweet Charity, and Paulette Dozier in Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill. They will all play at the Willow Theatre in Boca Raton's Sugar Sand Park.
by Beau Higgins - July 13, 2011
The Boca Raton Theatre Guild announced the plays it has selected for its 2011-2012 season: Sarah Jones' Bridge and Tunnel, Charles Busch's Tales of the Allergist's Wife, the musical Sweet Charity, and Paulette Dozier in Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill. They will all play at the Willow Theatre in Boca Raton's Sugar Sand Park.
ALL EYES AND EARS - Free PlayReading At GableStage
by Beau Higgins - July 13, 2011
Havana in the early 60's, just after the Bay of Pigs debacle and the Cuban Missile Crisis-- a time in Cuba best known for re-entrenchment of revolutionary ideals, coupled with the ever-growing influence of (and dependence on) Soviet Russia. A family loyal to the Revolution has been rewarded by Castro's government with an enormous home. Carmen, the matriarch of her small family and a fervent revolutionary, has been assigned the official watchdog of the neighborhood. The play deals with the growing psychological and political forces which strain and eventually unravel their very existence.
by Beau Higgins - July 13, 2011
Havana in the early 60's, just after the Bay of Pigs debacle and the Cuban Missile Crisis-- a time in Cuba best known for re-entrenchment of revolutionary ideals, coupled with the ever-growing influence of (and dependence on) Soviet Russia. A family loyal to the Revolution has been rewarded by Castro's government with an enormous home. Carmen, the matriarch of her small family and a fervent revolutionary, has been assigned the official watchdog of the neighborhood. The play deals with the growing psychological and political forces which strain and eventually unravel their very existence.
Rising Action Theatre Announces Auditions For Two Fall Productions
by Beau Higgins - July 13, 2011
RISING ACTION THEATRE ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR TWO FALL PRODUCTIONS - 'AS BEES IN HONEY DROWN' and 'THRILL ME' Audition Dates: Monday, July 11 - 7 pm - 10 pm Wednesday, July 13 - 6 pm - 7:30 pm (Call Backs to follow at 7:30 pm) Appointments not required.
by Beau Higgins - July 13, 2011
RISING ACTION THEATRE ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR TWO FALL PRODUCTIONS - 'AS BEES IN HONEY DROWN' and 'THRILL ME' Audition Dates: Monday, July 11 - 7 pm - 10 pm Wednesday, July 13 - 6 pm - 7:30 pm (Call Backs to follow at 7:30 pm) Appointments not required.
Disney On Ice Presents Dare to Dream and Treasure Trove
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 12, 2011
Dreams do come true! Feld Entertainment is bringing the magic of Disney to the ice with two new shows debuting this fall, both featuring hair-raising moments from Walt Disney Studio's hit animated film, Tangled.
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 12, 2011
Dreams do come true! Feld Entertainment is bringing the magic of Disney to the ice with two new shows debuting this fall, both featuring hair-raising moments from Walt Disney Studio's hit animated film, Tangled.
TV Star Ella Joyce In A ROSE AMONG THORNS, A Tribute to Rosa Parks
by Beau Higgins - July 11, 2011
TV Star Ella Joyce headlines the 4th Annual Aurora Jacksonville Black Arts Festival, July 22-24, 2011. Actress Ella Joyce, best known for her co-starring role of Eleanor on FOX TV's 'Roc', and Jasmine on 'My Wife & Kids, captures the famous moment in the life of Rosa Parks, affectionately called 'Mother of the Civil Rights Movement', in her highly acclaimed, one-woman play A Rose Among Thorns, a Tribute to Rosa Parks; Created & Performed by ELLA JOYCE and Directed by Dan Martin. A ROSE AMONG THORNS will take place on Sunday, July 24 at 3:00 p.m.
by Beau Higgins - July 11, 2011
TV Star Ella Joyce headlines the 4th Annual Aurora Jacksonville Black Arts Festival, July 22-24, 2011. Actress Ella Joyce, best known for her co-starring role of Eleanor on FOX TV's 'Roc', and Jasmine on 'My Wife & Kids, captures the famous moment in the life of Rosa Parks, affectionately called 'Mother of the Civil Rights Movement', in her highly acclaimed, one-woman play A Rose Among Thorns, a Tribute to Rosa Parks; Created & Performed by ELLA JOYCE and Directed by Dan Martin. A ROSE AMONG THORNS will take place on Sunday, July 24 at 3:00 p.m.
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FIRST DATE
Pompano Beach Cultural Center (2/6 - 2/15) | |
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RACHEL MATZ HUNTER in BROADWAY BUBBALA: SONGS WITH HEART & CHUTZPAH
Adolf & Rose Levis JCC (1/29 - 1/29) | |
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A Neil Diamond Tribute
Manatee Performing Arts Center (2/17 - 2/17) | |
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Symphony Sessions: Lunch & Learns hosted by Palm Beach Symphony Music Director Gerard Schwarz
The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Building (Symphony's conference room) (2/26 - 2/26) | |
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Good Night, Oscar
Maltz Jupiter Theatre (2/15 - 3/1) | ||
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COLOR THE WORLD!
Countess De Hoernle Theatre at Spanish River Community H.S. (2/22 - 2/22) | |
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Tomatoes Tried To Kill Me But Banjos Saved My Life
The Laboratory Theater of Florida (1/28 - 1/29) | |
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Greek Mothers Never Die
Richey Suncoast Theatre (1/2 - 2/3) | |
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COLOR THE WORLD!
Countess De Hoernle Theatre at Spanish River Community H.S. (3/29 - 3/29) | |
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