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Christopher Riddle, Leader Of The Nelson Riddle Orchestra, Passes Away At 74
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2024

Christopher Riddle, esteemed trombonist and leader of the Nelson Riddle Orchestra, passed away at 74 after a battle with cancer. He died peacefully on August 24, 2024.

The Cleveland Orchestra Reveals Two New Musician Appointments
by Stephi Wild - Dec 19, 2023

The Cleveland Orchestra and Music Director Franz Welser-Möst announced the appointment of two new orchestra members. Assistant Principal Second Violin Jason Yu and Bass Trombone Luke Sieve will start on January 8, 2024. Yu will hold the James and Donna Reid Chair. 

Tragicomic Play PLEASE LOVE ME to Debut At The Edinburgh Festival Fringe This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 14, 2023

Please Love Me will be performed at 8.20pm in Pleasance Dome (Ace Dome) from 2nd - 26th August (Not 7th, 14th or 21st).

Guitarist Gary Murphy Celebrates Music Greats In Two Upcoming Live Shows
by Stephi Wild - May 22, 2023

Multi-talented guitarist and songwriter Gary Murphy is taking two of his acclaimed and hugely popular live shows to audiences across the Northwest.

SKANK Returns To Chiswick Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2022

Clementine Bogg-Hargroves stars as Kate, a young woman who is stuck - stuck in a job she doesn't understand or care about whilst, in her view, her untapped potential for becoming a Nobel prize-winning writer withers away.

The Alliance Theatre to Present 30th Anniversary Production of A Christmas Carol
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 7, 2019

A Christmas Carol, Alliance Theatre's annual holiday production, returns for its 30th season, November 16 - December 24, 2019. After two seasons at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, the Alliance's production will return home to the newly renovated Coca-Cola Stage at Alliance Theatre on the campus of the Woodruff Arts Center.

City Springs Theatre Presents HAIRSPRAY
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2019

City Springs Theatre, Atlanta's newest professional theatre company, presents the fantastically fun 'HAIRSPRAY The Broadway Musical,' winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical, playing the beautiful Byers Theatre at The Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center (1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs) July 12th through the 21st. Tickets are $30-$62, with discounts for seniors, students, groups, and active and retired military personnel. Visit www.CitySpringsTheatre.com or call 404-477-4365 for more information.

Alliance A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns For 29th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2018

A Christmas Carol, Alliance Theatre's annual holiday production, returns for its 29th season, December 12 - 24, 2018 at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre.  The most heartwarming story of the season comes to life with holiday carols, stunning stage magic, and your favorite Atlanta actors.  Directed by Rosemary Newcott, the Sally G. Tomlinson Artistic Director of Theatre for Youth and Families, A Christmas Carol has become a tradition for many families around the southeast. 

Young Composers' Competition Results Announced
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2017

The Vancouver Chamber Choir and Artistic Director Jon Washburn have drawn their 46th concert season to a close with the performance of YOUTH AND MUSIC 2017 and winner announcements of the 13th Biennial Young Composers' Competition.    The Vancouver Chamber Choir gives outstanding support to the growth and development of talented young composers.

Carmen Cusack, Linda Eder, Mandy Gonzalez and More to Hit Feinstein's/54 Below This March
by BWW News Desk - Feb 28, 2017

This March, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Scroll down for details!

VIDEO: Iggy Azalea, Rita Ora Spin a Web with 'Black Widow' at VMAs
by Matt Tamanini - Aug 25, 2014

Like her partners on the opening 'Bang...Bang,' Iggy Azalea also had a return performance at the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards. Later in the evening, she was joined by Rita Ora for the first live performance of their hit 'Black Widow.'