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Orlando Rep To Receive $10,000 Grant From The National Endowment For The Arts
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2020
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Mary Anne Carter has approved more than $84 million in grants as part of the Arts Endowment's second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2020.
VIDEO: Watch Dance Accelerator with the Orlando Ballet at 7PM ET
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2020
Apples and Oranges Arts and Orlando Ballet partner on an exciting innovative digital program modeled after the popular THEatre ACCELERATOR.
VIDEO: Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra Presents Virtual Performance of Waltz No. 2 by Dmitri Shostakovich, arr. Ljova
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2020
Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra began a new video and audio series entitled Sound Bites as a way to keep the orchestra  connected to audience members while in-person concerts are not possible.
Russian Ballet Master Ivan Goliandin Joins Staff at Russian Ballet Orlando
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2020
Russian Ballet Orlando has announced a new Ballet Master from Moscow. Ivan Goliandin will be joining the faculty of RBO June 29th, 2020.
The Studio Theatre Presents VIRTUAL PLAY READING Series
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Enjoy a Free Virtual Play Reading every Friday at 1pm: This week, The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol will present its seventh Virtual Play Reading with: Ever Young on Friday, June 12th at 1pm EDT.
Orlando Shakes and UCF Present VIRTUAL SHAKESBEER: HAMLET EDITION
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2020
Virtual ShakesBeer: Hamlet Edition is a free Facebook Live event produced by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF, directed by Mark Routhier, and adapted by the cast.
Melbourne Civic Theatre Reopens With One-Man Show CHESAPEAKE
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2020
Melbourne Civic Theatre has opened, beginning last night, June 5, with a one-man show called 'Chesapeake.'
Mad Cow Theatre Announces 7th Annual Science Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2020
Mad Cow Theatre's original Science Play Festival returns using, guess what!?...Science! To bring their unique festival of science related plays to life, they will be live-streaming their events online.
The 4th Annual FLORIDA FESTIVAL OF NEW MUSICALS at The Winter Park Playhouse Announces Winning Selections
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2020
The Winter Park Playhouse announced the six winning selections for the 4th annual Florida Festival of New Musicals now scheduled for June 24 - 27, 2021.
Orlando Shakes Postpones VIRTUAL SHAKESBEER: HAMLET EDITION
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2020
In light of current events, Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF has made the decision to postpone Virtual ShakesBeer: Hamlet Edition, The event has been moved from its original date on Friday, June 5, 2020 to Friday June 12, 2020 at 6:00 pm.
BWW Blog: June is Bustin' Out All Over
by Student Blogger: Christina Samanie - June 03, 2020
My immediate thoughts were along the lines of: a?oeHow on earth do they expect students to retain any kind of theatre teaching in solely an online setting?a?? a?oeWhat will be their expectations of us moving forward?a?? a?oeWill I continue to succeed or lose interest?a?? a?oeWhat will I do for my dance class?a?? 
Stream Orlando Shakes Productions On Demand
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2020
Even during a time when patrons can't gather at the theater, Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF is offering a chance to satiate the palettes of those thirsty for arts and culture.
VIDEO: Brevard Symphony Orchestra Presents Virtual Performance of Excerpt From Gustav Holst's 'The Planets'
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2020
On Saturday, May 30, 2020, the Brevard Symphony Orchestra's (BSO) 'virtual' performance of an excerpt from Jupiter from Gustav Holst's The Planets made its online premiere.
Local actress Gemma Kent on working at HSN
by Clarissa Moon - May 30, 2020
Local actress Gemma Kent works as a guest host for the technology company Dyson on HSN (also known as the Home Shopping Network). I connected with Kent on the video chat platform Zoom to discuss what happens backstage before she goes on air, wearing an in-ear monitor, and more!
Dr. Phillips Center Furloughs Half of its Staff Beginning June 1
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2020
Half of the full-time and part-time workers at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts will be furloughed.
Orlando Fringe Celebrates Successful Virtual Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2020
Orlando Fringe closed the virtual curtain on Fringe Today, the organization's online event that replaced the annual event that occurs in and around Loch Haven Park evey May. COVID-19 caused festival organizers to cancel The 29th Annual Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival in March.
Orlando Shakes Presents VIRTUAL SHAKESBEER: HAMLET EDITION 
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2020
Virtual ShakesBeer: Hamlet Edition is a free Facebook Live event produced by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF and written and directed by Mark Routhier. During the comedic, abbreviated Shakespeare performance, the narrator and a?oedrinking guidea?? will guide viewers-and the performers-through a fun and silly drinking game. 
Cirque Du Soleil Continues To Bring Audiences Together
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2020
Since Cirque du Soleil launched its CirqueConnect content hub in March, the 60-minute specials have been viewed 45 million times by fans and families. Every week, joy, happiness and wonder are brought into homes around the globe.
Sixteen Children's Theatres Honor Frontline Workers With National Tribute Song
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2020
Amid the global pandemic which has forced the temporary closure of many performing arts venues, 16 youth-serving theatres across the country have come together to share a national tribute, performed by children within each community, to honor frontline workers.
Orlando Shakes Now Offering Adult Master Classes
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2020
Acting master classes for adult performers now offered by Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF's professional teaching artists. Actors of all skill levels are invited to brush up their acting skills by joining professional instructors for a Zoom class.
The Studio Theatre Announces Virtual Play Readings
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2020
Enjoy a Free Virtual Play Reading every Friday at 1pm:  This week, The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol will present its fifth Virtual Play Reading with: Antigone on Friday, May 22nd at 1pm EDT. Visit: www.TheSharonStudio.com for past and upcoming virtual offerings.  
WUCF Partners With Orlando Shakes To Broadcast JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2020
WUCF, Central Florida PBS, collaborates with regional theater Orlando Shakes in partnership with UCF to bring a broadcast of Jack and the Beanstalk to Central Florida. The live recording of this jazzy, modern interpretation of the classic fairy tale was written by music legend, and Central Florida local, Michael Andrew.
The Winter Park Playhouse Announces Programming Changes In Response To the Health Crisis
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2020
The Winter Park Playhouse announced adjustments to their programming schedule in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Putting safety first and foremost, The Playhouse has decided to push back the start date of their new 2020-2021 Mainstage Series to October 1, 2020 and rearrange additional programming.
Orlando Arts Organizations Find Creative Ways to Move Forward During the Health Crisis
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2020
WTFV spoke with Opera Orlando, the Orlando Ballet and Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra about how the organizations are finding ways to get creative and move forward during the global health crisis. 
Bob Brandenburg On Working at Nickelodeon Studios
by Clarissa Moon - May 17, 2020
Local actor Bob Brandenburg worked at Nickelodeon Studios during its a?oegolden agea?? in Orlando. I connected with Brandenburg on the video chat platform Zoom to discuss slime, flatulent kids, and more!

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