JPAS Hosts The Drowsy Chaperone Auditions May 1, May 2
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 18, 2011
Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) and Theatre-13 are thrilled to announce auditions for their upcoming production of the Tony Award winning musical THE DROWSY CHAPERON (Music and Lyrics by Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison Book by Bob Martin and Don McKellar), starring Ricky Graham. Auditions will take place at Encore Dance Studio (1999 Hickory Ave Suite 102) on May 1 at 5:30 pm and May 2 at 7:30 pm.
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 18, 2011
Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) and Theatre-13 are thrilled to announce auditions for their upcoming production of the Tony Award winning musical THE DROWSY CHAPERON (Music and Lyrics by Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison Book by Bob Martin and Don McKellar), starring Ricky Graham. Auditions will take place at Encore Dance Studio (1999 Hickory Ave Suite 102) on May 1 at 5:30 pm and May 2 at 7:30 pm.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for New Orleans - 4/17
by BWW - April 17, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 4/17 for New Orleans
by BWW - April 17, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 4/17 for New Orleans
Fantasia, Jennifer Hudson, et al. Set for 2011 Essence Music Festival, 7/1-3
by Nicole Rosky - April 12, 2011
Multi-platinum superstar Jennifer Hudson will make her debut Festival performance, joined by R&B/Funk icon Chaka Khan and the reunion of New Edition at the 2011 ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL celebrating the 'Roots of R&B' July 1, 2 and 3 in New Orleans. In addition, Kem, Miguel, Naughty By Nature, Doug E. Fresh, Marsha Ambrosius, Mavis Staples, Eric Benet, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Trin-i-tee 5:7 and Brian Courtney Wilson have been added to the previously announced line-up, which includes Kanye West, Mary J. Blige, Trey Songz, Jill Scott, Charlie Wilson, Boyz II Men, Fantasia, George Clinton, Macy Gray and more.
by Nicole Rosky - April 12, 2011
Multi-platinum superstar Jennifer Hudson will make her debut Festival performance, joined by R&B/Funk icon Chaka Khan and the reunion of New Edition at the 2011 ESSENCE MUSIC FESTIVAL celebrating the 'Roots of R&B' July 1, 2 and 3 in New Orleans. In addition, Kem, Miguel, Naughty By Nature, Doug E. Fresh, Marsha Ambrosius, Mavis Staples, Eric Benet, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Trin-i-tee 5:7 and Brian Courtney Wilson have been added to the previously announced line-up, which includes Kanye West, Mary J. Blige, Trey Songz, Jill Scott, Charlie Wilson, Boyz II Men, Fantasia, George Clinton, Macy Gray and more.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for New Orleans - 4/10
by BWW - April 10, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 4/10 for New Orleans
by BWW - April 10, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 4/10 for New Orleans
JPAS Theatre Kids! Star in Disney's ARISTOCATS, Kids!
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2011
Everybody wants to be a cat in Jefferson Performing Arts Society's Theatre Kids! production of the musical Disney's ARISTOCATS, KIDS! (Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman and Al Rinker and Floyd Huddleston . Music Adapted and Arranged and Additional Music and Lyrics by Bryan Louiselle .
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2011
Everybody wants to be a cat in Jefferson Performing Arts Society's Theatre Kids! production of the musical Disney's ARISTOCATS, KIDS! (Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman and Al Rinker and Floyd Huddleston . Music Adapted and Arranged and Additional Music and Lyrics by Bryan Louiselle .
JPAS PRESENTS THE SOUND OF MUSIC
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2011
Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) is thrilled to bring Rodgers and Hammerstein's THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Music by Richard Rodgers .
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2011
Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) is thrilled to bring Rodgers and Hammerstein's THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Music by Richard Rodgers .
Benefit Concert Held for JPAS Cultural Crossroads 5/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 06, 2011
Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) will hold a BENEFIT CONCERT FOR JPAS CULTURAL CROSSROADS on May 14, 2011 at 8PM at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center (EJHS Auditorium, 400 Phlox Street in Metairie).
by Gabrielle Sierra - April 06, 2011
Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) will hold a BENEFIT CONCERT FOR JPAS CULTURAL CROSSROADS on May 14, 2011 at 8PM at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center (EJHS Auditorium, 400 Phlox Street in Metairie).
JPAS Presents I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE 5/20-29
by Kelsey Denette - April 05, 2011
Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) is thrilled to announce a remount of their enormously popular production of I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE (Book and Lyrics by Joe DiPietro with Music by Jimmy Roberts) on stage at Le Petit Theatre (616 St. Peters Street in New Orleans) for 6 performances May 20-29, 2011.
by Kelsey Denette - April 05, 2011
Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) is thrilled to announce a remount of their enormously popular production of I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE (Book and Lyrics by Joe DiPietro with Music by Jimmy Roberts) on stage at Le Petit Theatre (616 St. Peters Street in New Orleans) for 6 performances May 20-29, 2011.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for New Orleans - 4/03
by BWW - April 03, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 4/03 for New Orleans
by BWW - April 03, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 4/03 for New Orleans
Tennessee Williams Honored Thru Al Hirschfeld In French Quarter
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2011
The first exhibition to chronicle the career of Tennessee Williams with drawings by legendary artist Al Hirschfeld is currently running in the French Quarter.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2011
The first exhibition to chronicle the career of Tennessee Williams with drawings by legendary artist Al Hirschfeld is currently running in the French Quarter.
JPAS Theatre Kids! Star in Disney's ARISTOCATS, Kids!
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2011
Everybody wants to be a cat in Jefferson Performing Arts Society's Theatre Kids! production of the musical Disney's ARISTOCATS, KIDS! (Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman and Al Rinker and Floyd Huddleston . Music Adapted and Arranged and Additional Music and Lyrics by Bryan Louiselle .
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2011
Everybody wants to be a cat in Jefferson Performing Arts Society's Theatre Kids! production of the musical Disney's ARISTOCATS, KIDS! (Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman and Al Rinker and Floyd Huddleston . Music Adapted and Arranged and Additional Music and Lyrics by Bryan Louiselle .
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for New Orleans - 3/27
by BWW - March 27, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 3/27 for New Orleans
by BWW - March 27, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 3/27 for New Orleans
JPAS Features O'Flaherty and Nash in Concert, 3/25
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2011
JPAS is excited to bring Danny O'Flaherty back this season for An Evening of Celtic Music with Danny himself and fellow Irish Balladeer Noel Nash! Audiences were treated to the sounds and tales of Danny O'Flaherty's CELTIC CHRISTMAS this past December. Danny returns to JPAS with Noel Nash in a concert performance featuring more traditional Celtic song, myth and dance. Friday, March 25, 2011 at 7:30PM Jefferson Performing Arts Center (EJHS Auditorium, 400 Phlox Street in Metairie) Friday, April 1, 2011 at 7:30PM Fuhrmann Auditorium (317 N. Jefferson Avenue Covington, LA 70433) Tickets for both performances, $25 General Admission . For tickets, visit www.jpas.org or call (toll free) 1-877-884-JPAS or (local) 504-885-2000 For more about Danny and Noel, click here! More about Danny O' Flaherty: Danny's success as an entertainer is driven by his dedication to preserving and passing on his Celtic heritage. As the last of a generation reared in the isolation of a pure Gaelic culture, Danny's youth recalled the simple tradition kept alive on the rugged and desolate islands. His first language is Gaelic, and his first love - the ancient music played and sung around the peat fires in the evenings. Danny evokes the often indistinguishable link between history and myth. Whether singing the timeless songs of Galway fishermen or performing his own contemporary ballads, Danny O'Flaherty keeps a unique heritage alive. Danny O'Flaherty has traveled far from his boyhood home in the farthest reach of the Irish west, to the steps of the United States Capitol where he performed before a crowd of a half a million on Solidarity Day. There have been numerous other stops along the way - each a momentous occasion: a tour of Israel culminating in a private command performance with then President Herzog; a performance at the National Cathedral for Pope John Paul II's visit to the U.S.; featured performer for President Ronald Reagan's Inaugural Ball; the opening concert for the Pan Celtic Festival in Ireland; an invitation only concert for alumnae of the University of Notre Dame, and a headliner for the Tulsa Philharmonic and The National Theatre in Washington, D.C. - just to list a few. More about Noel Nash: NOEL NASH Irish balladeer and songwriter Noel Nash has been captivating audiences throughout Great Britain and the United States with his rare vocal power and sensitivity for the past three decades. Noel was born and raised in Co. Limerick, where he was educated by the Christian Brothers. After two years study at the School of Music in Limerick, his emerging expressiveness and talent as a musician and songwriter was demonstrated during his early associations with several folk groups. He began performing as a solo artist in 1971, appearing in some of Ireland's foremost folk clubs. As his popularity spread, Noel travelled extensively throughout Ireland to share the charm and magic of his music with other audiences, and also began appearing in England, Scotland and Wales. In the late '70s, Noel met and formed a partnership with the renowned songwriter Pete St. John. They performed and wrote together for five years.Today Noel lives in Ballybunion, Co. Kerry, Ireland where he performs locally in The Cliff House Hotel. The appeal of Noel's musical mastery and captivating stage presence allows him to continue to tour throughout Ireland and to thrill audiences at Irish festivals across the United States. More About the Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) Founded in 1978 by Dennis G. Assaf and Hannah Cunningham, Jefferson Performing Arts Society is a non-profit professional arts organization whose mission is to promote arts performance, training and outreach by providing a diverse range of quality programs that entertain, educate and enrich the cultural and economic vitality of Jefferson Parish, Greater New Orleans and the Gulf South. JPAS focuses on three main elements: PERFORMANCE JPAS annually provides a wide range of theatrical performances that appeal to many interests and age groups. Most seasons include a selection of grand opera, musical theater, dance and music. JPAS strives to network and partner with national and international artists and companies to bring new and diverse programming to the Southern Region. TRAINING JPAS provides performance and technical based training in the arts for all ages with a particular focus on young people. OUTREACH JPAS provides arts education programming in local area schools, as well as access to professional theatrical experiences that align to classroom curricula and Louisiana Content Standards, including Arts Adventure Series, Cultural Crossroads and Stage Without A Theatre. JPAS provides performers, musicians, artistic experiences and expertise to select area events and organizations to enrich the community.
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2011
JPAS is excited to bring Danny O'Flaherty back this season for An Evening of Celtic Music with Danny himself and fellow Irish Balladeer Noel Nash! Audiences were treated to the sounds and tales of Danny O'Flaherty's CELTIC CHRISTMAS this past December. Danny returns to JPAS with Noel Nash in a concert performance featuring more traditional Celtic song, myth and dance. Friday, March 25, 2011 at 7:30PM Jefferson Performing Arts Center (EJHS Auditorium, 400 Phlox Street in Metairie) Friday, April 1, 2011 at 7:30PM Fuhrmann Auditorium (317 N. Jefferson Avenue Covington, LA 70433) Tickets for both performances, $25 General Admission . For tickets, visit www.jpas.org or call (toll free) 1-877-884-JPAS or (local) 504-885-2000 For more about Danny and Noel, click here! More about Danny O' Flaherty: Danny's success as an entertainer is driven by his dedication to preserving and passing on his Celtic heritage. As the last of a generation reared in the isolation of a pure Gaelic culture, Danny's youth recalled the simple tradition kept alive on the rugged and desolate islands. His first language is Gaelic, and his first love - the ancient music played and sung around the peat fires in the evenings. Danny evokes the often indistinguishable link between history and myth. Whether singing the timeless songs of Galway fishermen or performing his own contemporary ballads, Danny O'Flaherty keeps a unique heritage alive. Danny O'Flaherty has traveled far from his boyhood home in the farthest reach of the Irish west, to the steps of the United States Capitol where he performed before a crowd of a half a million on Solidarity Day. There have been numerous other stops along the way - each a momentous occasion: a tour of Israel culminating in a private command performance with then President Herzog; a performance at the National Cathedral for Pope John Paul II's visit to the U.S.; featured performer for President Ronald Reagan's Inaugural Ball; the opening concert for the Pan Celtic Festival in Ireland; an invitation only concert for alumnae of the University of Notre Dame, and a headliner for the Tulsa Philharmonic and The National Theatre in Washington, D.C. - just to list a few. More about Noel Nash: NOEL NASH Irish balladeer and songwriter Noel Nash has been captivating audiences throughout Great Britain and the United States with his rare vocal power and sensitivity for the past three decades. Noel was born and raised in Co. Limerick, where he was educated by the Christian Brothers. After two years study at the School of Music in Limerick, his emerging expressiveness and talent as a musician and songwriter was demonstrated during his early associations with several folk groups. He began performing as a solo artist in 1971, appearing in some of Ireland's foremost folk clubs. As his popularity spread, Noel travelled extensively throughout Ireland to share the charm and magic of his music with other audiences, and also began appearing in England, Scotland and Wales. In the late '70s, Noel met and formed a partnership with the renowned songwriter Pete St. John. They performed and wrote together for five years.Today Noel lives in Ballybunion, Co. Kerry, Ireland where he performs locally in The Cliff House Hotel. The appeal of Noel's musical mastery and captivating stage presence allows him to continue to tour throughout Ireland and to thrill audiences at Irish festivals across the United States. More About the Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) Founded in 1978 by Dennis G. Assaf and Hannah Cunningham, Jefferson Performing Arts Society is a non-profit professional arts organization whose mission is to promote arts performance, training and outreach by providing a diverse range of quality programs that entertain, educate and enrich the cultural and economic vitality of Jefferson Parish, Greater New Orleans and the Gulf South. JPAS focuses on three main elements: PERFORMANCE JPAS annually provides a wide range of theatrical performances that appeal to many interests and age groups. Most seasons include a selection of grand opera, musical theater, dance and music. JPAS strives to network and partner with national and international artists and companies to bring new and diverse programming to the Southern Region. TRAINING JPAS provides performance and technical based training in the arts for all ages with a particular focus on young people. OUTREACH JPAS provides arts education programming in local area schools, as well as access to professional theatrical experiences that align to classroom curricula and Louisiana Content Standards, including Arts Adventure Series, Cultural Crossroads and Stage Without A Theatre. JPAS provides performers, musicians, artistic experiences and expertise to select area events and organizations to enrich the community.
JPAS Theatre Kids! Star in Disney's ARISTOCATS, Kids!
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2011
Everybody wants to be a cat in Jefferson Performing Arts Society's Theatre Kids! production of the musical Disney's ARISTOCATS, KIDS! (Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman and Al Rinker and Floyd Huddleston . Music Adapted and Arranged and Additional Music and Lyrics by Bryan Louiselle .
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 24, 2011
Everybody wants to be a cat in Jefferson Performing Arts Society's Theatre Kids! production of the musical Disney's ARISTOCATS, KIDS! (Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman and Al Rinker and Floyd Huddleston . Music Adapted and Arranged and Additional Music and Lyrics by Bryan Louiselle .
Michelle Williams to Appear in WHAT MY HUSBAND DOESN'T KNOW
by Nicole Rosky - March 23, 2011
According to published reports, Destiny's Child's Michelle Williams will star in the play, WHAT MY HUSBAND DOESN'T KNOW in Baton Rouge. Williams will co-star with Brian White in the David E. Talbert play.
by Nicole Rosky - March 23, 2011
According to published reports, Destiny's Child's Michelle Williams will star in the play, WHAT MY HUSBAND DOESN'T KNOW in Baton Rouge. Williams will co-star with Brian White in the David E. Talbert play.
Tennessee Williams One-Acts Hosted by Zoe Caldwell 3/23
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2011
Expect a sparkling debut to our 2011 Festival with 'Bright, Beautiful Things: A World Premiere of Tennessee Williams One-Acts' a special event hosted by the incomparable four-time Tony award winner, Zoe Caldwell on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at Southern Repertory Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2011
Expect a sparkling debut to our 2011 Festival with 'Bright, Beautiful Things: A World Premiere of Tennessee Williams One-Acts' a special event hosted by the incomparable four-time Tony award winner, Zoe Caldwell on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at Southern Repertory Theatre.
Corella Ballet Castilla y Leon Makes New Orleans Debut 5/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 21, 2011
New Orleans has been selected as one of only three US cities for the upcoming tour of Corella Ballet Castilla y Leon, Spain's only classical ballet company.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 21, 2011
New Orleans has been selected as one of only three US cities for the upcoming tour of Corella Ballet Castilla y Leon, Spain's only classical ballet company.
Southern Rep Presents Carlo Alban's INTRINGULIS
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2011
Southern Rep is excited to bring the Regional Premiere of INTRÍNGULIS, written and performed by gifted comic actor Carlo Alban, to New Orleans as part of its 2010-11 season.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2011
Southern Rep is excited to bring the Regional Premiere of INTRÍNGULIS, written and performed by gifted comic actor Carlo Alban, to New Orleans as part of its 2010-11 season.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for New Orleans - 3/20
by BWW - March 20, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 3/20 for New Orleans
by BWW - March 20, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 3/20 for New Orleans
JPAS Presents THE SOUND OF MUSIC, 3/19-4/3
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2011
Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) is thrilled to bring Rodgers and Hammerstein's THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Music by Richard Rodgers .
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2011
Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) is thrilled to bring Rodgers and Hammerstein's THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Music by Richard Rodgers .
NORDC Takes Top Medals at Greater New Orleans Senior Olympics
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 17, 2011
On March 12, 20 older adults from the Behrman and St. Bernard NORDC centers won top awards in the Team Dance segment of the New Orleans Senior Olympics, held at Clearview Mall.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 17, 2011
On March 12, 20 older adults from the Behrman and St. Bernard NORDC centers won top awards in the Team Dance segment of the New Orleans Senior Olympics, held at Clearview Mall.
Tennessee Williams Honored Thru Al Hirschfeld In French Quarter
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 16, 2011
The first exhibition to chronicle the career of Tennessee Williams with drawings by legendary artist Al Hirschfeld is currently running in the French Quarter.
by Gabrielle Sierra - March 16, 2011
The first exhibition to chronicle the career of Tennessee Williams with drawings by legendary artist Al Hirschfeld is currently running in the French Quarter.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for New Orleans - 3/13
by BWW - March 13, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 3/13 for New Orleans
by BWW - March 13, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 3/13 for New Orleans
JPAS Features O'Flaherty and Nash in Concert, 3/25
by Nicole Rosky - March 09, 2011
JPAS is excited to bring Danny O'Flaherty back this season for An Evening of Celtic Music with Danny himself and fellow Irish Balladeer Noel Nash! Audiences were treated to the sounds and tales of Danny O'Flaherty's CELTIC CHRISTMAS this past December. Danny returns to JPAS with Noel Nash in a concert performance featuring more traditional Celtic song, myth and dance. Friday, March 25, 2011 at 7:30PM Jefferson Performing Arts Center (EJHS Auditorium, 400 Phlox Street in Metairie) Friday, April 1, 2011 at 7:30PM Fuhrmann Auditorium (317 N. Jefferson Avenue Covington, LA 70433) Tickets for both performances, $25 General Admission . For tickets, visit www.jpas.org or call (toll free) 1-877-884-JPAS or (local) 504-885-2000 For more about Danny and Noel, click here! More about Danny O' Flaherty: Danny's success as an entertainer is driven by his dedication to preserving and passing on his Celtic heritage. As the last of a generation reared in the isolation of a pure Gaelic culture, Danny's youth recalled the simple tradition kept alive on the rugged and desolate islands. His first language is Gaelic, and his first love - the ancient music played and sung around the peat fires in the evenings. Danny evokes the often indistinguishable link between history and myth. Whether singing the timeless songs of Galway fishermen or performing his own contemporary ballads, Danny O'Flaherty keeps a unique heritage alive. Danny O'Flaherty has traveled far from his boyhood home in the farthest reach of the Irish west, to the steps of the United States Capitol where he performed before a crowd of a half a million on Solidarity Day. There have been numerous other stops along the way - each a momentous occasion: a tour of Israel culminating in a private command performance with then President Herzog; a performance at the National Cathedral for Pope John Paul II's visit to the U.S.; featured performer for President Ronald Reagan's Inaugural Ball; the opening concert for the Pan Celtic Festival in Ireland; an invitation only concert for alumnae of the University of Notre Dame, and a headliner for the Tulsa Philharmonic and The National Theatre in Washington, D.C. - just to list a few. More about Noel Nash: NOEL NASH Irish balladeer and songwriter Noel Nash has been captivating audiences throughout Great Britain and the United States with his rare vocal power and sensitivity for the past three decades. Noel was born and raised in Co. Limerick, where he was educated by the Christian Brothers. After two years study at the School of Music in Limerick, his emerging expressiveness and talent as a musician and songwriter was demonstrated during his early associations with several folk groups. He began performing as a solo artist in 1971, appearing in some of Ireland's foremost folk clubs. As his popularity spread, Noel travelled extensively throughout Ireland to share the charm and magic of his music with other audiences, and also began appearing in England, Scotland and Wales. In the late '70s, Noel met and formed a partnership with the renowned songwriter Pete St. John. They performed and wrote together for five years.Today Noel lives in Ballybunion, Co. Kerry, Ireland where he performs locally in The Cliff House Hotel. The appeal of Noel's musical mastery and captivating stage presence allows him to continue to tour throughout Ireland and to thrill audiences at Irish festivals across the United States. More About the Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) Founded in 1978 by Dennis G. Assaf and Hannah Cunningham, Jefferson Performing Arts Society is a non-profit professional arts organization whose mission is to promote arts performance, training and outreach by providing a diverse range of quality programs that entertain, educate and enrich the cultural and economic vitality of Jefferson Parish, Greater New Orleans and the Gulf South. JPAS focuses on three main elements: PERFORMANCE JPAS annually provides a wide range of theatrical performances that appeal to many interests and age groups. Most seasons include a selection of grand opera, musical theater, dance and music. JPAS strives to network and partner with national and international artists and companies to bring new and diverse programming to the Southern Region. TRAINING JPAS provides performance and technical based training in the arts for all ages with a particular focus on young people. OUTREACH JPAS provides arts education programming in local area schools, as well as access to professional theatrical experiences that align to classroom curricula and Louisiana Content Standards, including Arts Adventure Series, Cultural Crossroads and Stage Without A Theatre. JPAS provides performers, musicians, artistic experiences and expertise to select area events and organizations to enrich the community.
by Nicole Rosky - March 09, 2011
JPAS is excited to bring Danny O'Flaherty back this season for An Evening of Celtic Music with Danny himself and fellow Irish Balladeer Noel Nash! Audiences were treated to the sounds and tales of Danny O'Flaherty's CELTIC CHRISTMAS this past December. Danny returns to JPAS with Noel Nash in a concert performance featuring more traditional Celtic song, myth and dance. Friday, March 25, 2011 at 7:30PM Jefferson Performing Arts Center (EJHS Auditorium, 400 Phlox Street in Metairie) Friday, April 1, 2011 at 7:30PM Fuhrmann Auditorium (317 N. Jefferson Avenue Covington, LA 70433) Tickets for both performances, $25 General Admission . For tickets, visit www.jpas.org or call (toll free) 1-877-884-JPAS or (local) 504-885-2000 For more about Danny and Noel, click here! More about Danny O' Flaherty: Danny's success as an entertainer is driven by his dedication to preserving and passing on his Celtic heritage. As the last of a generation reared in the isolation of a pure Gaelic culture, Danny's youth recalled the simple tradition kept alive on the rugged and desolate islands. His first language is Gaelic, and his first love - the ancient music played and sung around the peat fires in the evenings. Danny evokes the often indistinguishable link between history and myth. Whether singing the timeless songs of Galway fishermen or performing his own contemporary ballads, Danny O'Flaherty keeps a unique heritage alive. Danny O'Flaherty has traveled far from his boyhood home in the farthest reach of the Irish west, to the steps of the United States Capitol where he performed before a crowd of a half a million on Solidarity Day. There have been numerous other stops along the way - each a momentous occasion: a tour of Israel culminating in a private command performance with then President Herzog; a performance at the National Cathedral for Pope John Paul II's visit to the U.S.; featured performer for President Ronald Reagan's Inaugural Ball; the opening concert for the Pan Celtic Festival in Ireland; an invitation only concert for alumnae of the University of Notre Dame, and a headliner for the Tulsa Philharmonic and The National Theatre in Washington, D.C. - just to list a few. More about Noel Nash: NOEL NASH Irish balladeer and songwriter Noel Nash has been captivating audiences throughout Great Britain and the United States with his rare vocal power and sensitivity for the past three decades. Noel was born and raised in Co. Limerick, where he was educated by the Christian Brothers. After two years study at the School of Music in Limerick, his emerging expressiveness and talent as a musician and songwriter was demonstrated during his early associations with several folk groups. He began performing as a solo artist in 1971, appearing in some of Ireland's foremost folk clubs. As his popularity spread, Noel travelled extensively throughout Ireland to share the charm and magic of his music with other audiences, and also began appearing in England, Scotland and Wales. In the late '70s, Noel met and formed a partnership with the renowned songwriter Pete St. John. They performed and wrote together for five years.Today Noel lives in Ballybunion, Co. Kerry, Ireland where he performs locally in The Cliff House Hotel. The appeal of Noel's musical mastery and captivating stage presence allows him to continue to tour throughout Ireland and to thrill audiences at Irish festivals across the United States. More About the Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) Founded in 1978 by Dennis G. Assaf and Hannah Cunningham, Jefferson Performing Arts Society is a non-profit professional arts organization whose mission is to promote arts performance, training and outreach by providing a diverse range of quality programs that entertain, educate and enrich the cultural and economic vitality of Jefferson Parish, Greater New Orleans and the Gulf South. JPAS focuses on three main elements: PERFORMANCE JPAS annually provides a wide range of theatrical performances that appeal to many interests and age groups. Most seasons include a selection of grand opera, musical theater, dance and music. JPAS strives to network and partner with national and international artists and companies to bring new and diverse programming to the Southern Region. TRAINING JPAS provides performance and technical based training in the arts for all ages with a particular focus on young people. OUTREACH JPAS provides arts education programming in local area schools, as well as access to professional theatrical experiences that align to classroom curricula and Louisiana Content Standards, including Arts Adventure Series, Cultural Crossroads and Stage Without A Theatre. JPAS provides performers, musicians, artistic experiences and expertise to select area events and organizations to enrich the community.
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows for New Orleans - 3/06
by BWW - March 06, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 3/06 for New Orleans
by BWW - March 06, 2011
Upcoming Theatre Communication Group Member Shows - 3/06 for New Orleans
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