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BWW Review: U.S. Premiere of STRICTLY BALLROOM at Hale Centre Theatre is Fabulous
by Tyler Hinton - Feb 11, 2020

Hale Centre Theatre's U.S. premiere of Baz Luhrmann's STRICTLY BALLROOM THE MUSICAL dazzles on its Centre Stage following productions in Australia and on the West End. The direction, choreography, lighting, set, and costumes--all created specifically for Hale Centre Theatre's new production--are beyond fabulous.

Hale Centre Theatre Will Present the U.S. Premiere of STRICTLY BALLROOM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2020

Hale Centre Theatre (HCT) will present the U.S. premiere of Strictly Ballroom, the stage adaptation of Baz Luhrman's cult classic film, Feb.5 through April 11.

Eight Star Award Winners To Be Honored at 14th Annual Evening of Stars Gala at SCERA Center for the Arts
by Rebecca Russo - Feb 19, 2019

Those who have made significant contributions to the arts in a variety of categories will be recognized for their achievements in enriching the communities and citizens of Utah at the 14th Annual Star Awards held Saturday, March 9, 2019 at the SCERA Center for the Arts in Orem.

Internationally-Acclaimed Tenor Anthony Kearns To Perform At The 2018 DC's Dancing Stars Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2018

World-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns of the double-platinum, PBS super-group, The Irish Tenors, will make a celebrity appearance and sing select songs at the DC's Dancing Stars Gala on November 10, 2018, it was officially announced.

Sold-Out Loveloud Festival Powered By AT&T Achieves $1,000,000 Goal
by Tori Hartshorn - Jul 30, 2018

LOVELOUD Festival Powered By AT&T reached its goal of raising $1,000,000 Saturday night at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, UT.  This year the LOVELOUD Foundation is donating its proceeds from the festival to LGBTQ+ organizations including Encircle, the Tegan and Sara Foundation and the Trevor Project.  The SOLD-OUT festival saw people coming from all corners of country, and Lt. Governor Spencer Cox read an official proclamation from Governor Gary Herbert that declared July 28, 2018 'LOVELOUD Day' in Utah.  

DANCE TO THE MOVIES Starring Lesley Ann Warren Steps Into Playhouse 5/18-20
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2018

The Playhouse on Rodney Square presents high-octane dance extravaganza DANCE TO THE MOVIES for four performances, May 18-20. The show closes the Broadway in Wilmington 2017-2018 season, presented by Bank of America.

DANCE TO THE MOVIES Starring Lesley Ann Warren Steps Into Playhouse 5/18-20
by A.A. Cristi - May 12, 2018

The Playhouse on Rodney Square presents high-octane dance extravaganza DANCE TO THE MOVIES for four performances, May 18-20. The show closes the Broadway in Wilmington 2017-2018 season, presented by Bank of America.

Bucks Cty Playhouse Announces Winter/Spring Visiting Art Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2018

This winter and spring Bucks County Playhouse offers a full slate of entertainment representing a wide variety of musical, comedy and special event performances as part of the Visiting Artists Series at the Playhouse.

DANCE TO THE MOVIES to Embark on Tour this Spring
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2017

DANCE TO THE MOVIES, the new Star-studded stage show, reimagining classic hit Movie Dances, is now rehearsing for its Spring 2017 tour.  

Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi Hosts ABC's SHALL WE DANCE ON ICE, Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 11, 2017

Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi Hosts ABC's SHALL WE DANCE ON ICE, 2/11
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 26, 2017

ABC & Disson Skating Announce Airdates for COLGATE SKATING SERIES
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 1, 2016

ABC Television Network and Disson Skating today announced upcoming airdates for its COLGATE SKATING SERIES: "Musselman's Apple Sauce Family Skating Tribute"

Goo Goo Dolls to Headline 'Shall We Dance on Ice'; Meryl Davis & Charlie White Set to Perform
by Caryn Robbins - Sep 19, 2016

The Mandalay Bay Events Center and Disson Skating are pleased to announce Shall We Dance on Ice in Las Vegas Sunday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. The event will showcase a journey of dance through the ages with dancing, ice skating and music.

Off-Broadway Smash RUTHLESS! to Close Tomorrow
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2016

The Off-Broadway smash RUTHLESS! THE MUSICAL will conclude its triumphant 14-month run tomorrow (Saturday) at St. Luke's Theatre, 308 West 46 Street (just west of Eighth Ave.) RUTHLESS! opened July 13, 2015 to unanimous rave reviews led by Entertainment Weekly which called the show, "Uproarious! A mash-up of THE BAD SEED, GYPSY, ALL ABOUT EVE, plus the films of Douglas Sirk and John Waters!" Just some of the celebrities spotted in the audience have included Ron Howard, Regis & Joy Philbin, Bernadette Peters, Lynn Cohen, Chelsie Hightower, Mario Cantone, Dmitry Chaplin, Laura Bell Bundy, Barbara Eden, Jan Maxwell, Legacy, Larry Thomas (The Soup Nazi), Jackie Hoffman, Sierra Boggess, and Dame Gillian Lynne. The original cast recording, produced by Robert Sher, is set for release this fall.

Final 5 Performances of RUTHLESS!
by Liz Cearns - Sep 1, 2016

There are only five performances remaining for the Off-Broadway smash RUTHLESS! The Musical, which concludes its triumphant 14-month run on September 10th. 

Lesley Ann Warren to Gust Star in DANCE TO THE MOVIES
by Nora Dominick - Jul 26, 2016

The Gateway presents the high-octane dance extravaganza DANCE TO THE MOVIES at Patchogue Theatre from August 10-14.  Tickets start at $59 and are available online at www.gateway.org or by calling the Box Office at (631) 286 1133.  Discounts are available for groups of 15 or more.

Photo FLASH: Cast of RUTHLESS! Celebrates One-Year Anniversary
by Rebecca Russo - Jul 18, 2016

The Off-Broadway smash, RUTHLESS! The Musical, marked its one-year anniversary on July 13th and the cast celebrated into the wee hours at Becco. RUTHLESS! opened July 13, 2015 to unanimous rave reviews led by Rex Reed who called the show, 'Malicious & Delicious...A Total Joy!' Just some of the celebrities who have been spotted in the audience so far include Ron Howard, Regis & Joy Philbin, Bernadette Peters, Lynn Cohen, Chelsie Hightower, Mario Cantone, Dmitry Chaplin, Laura Bell Bundy, Barbara Eden, Jan Maxwell, Legacy, Larry Thomas (The Soup Nazi), Jackie Hoffman, Sierra Boggess, and Dame Gillian Lynne. The original cast recording, produced by Robert Sher, is set for release later this summer.

RUTHLESS! Extends Off-Broadway Through the Summer
by Tyler Peterson - May 4, 2016

Due to overwhelming demand, the producers of the Off-Broadway smash, RUTHLESS! The Musical, today put a new block of seats on sale through September 10th.

'ROCKY HORROR,' ANYTHING GOES & More Set for The Gateway's 2016 Season
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 15, 2016

The Gateway Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County is thrilled to announce its 2016 Season! Producing Broadway-caliber musicals starring professional actors, The Gateway kicks off its new season on Wednesday May 18 with five dazzling Broadway hits: Anything Goes, Million Dollar Quartet, Ain't Misbehavin', Priscilla Queen of Desert, and The Rocky Horror Show. Tickets start at $59 and go on sale to the public on Tuesday, March 22 at 10am. Full Season Subscription Membership is only available now through March 21 and includes tickets to all five Main Stage shows and exclusive membership perks. For more information, contact the Box Office at (631) 286-1133 or visit the website at www.TheGateway.org.

SCERA Announces Star Awards Honorees
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 2, 2016

Those who have made significant contributions to the arts in a variety of categories will be recognized for their achievements in enriching the communities and citizens of Utah at the 11th Annual Star Awards held Friday, March 11, 2016 at the SCERA Center for the Arts in Orem.