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Alec Baldwin, Mark Lamos, et al. Set for LOVE LETTERS at Zankel Hall, 11/17
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 30, 2011


On Thursday, November 17 at 7:30 p.m. in Zankel Hall, the Carnegie Hall Notables-a membership and ticket program for music enthusiasts in their 20s and 30s-will host Love Letters, a performance of contemporary American playwright A. R. Gurney's work. Celebrated soprano Renée Fleming and award-winning actor Alec Baldwin will perform the piece as directed by Mark Lamos with executive producer Susan Q. Gallin. After the exclusive event, the Notables will gather at Providence for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, with music by Paul D. Miller, aka DJ Spooky.

Carnegie Hall Notables Present Love Letters with Renée Fleming, Alec Baldwin
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 29, 2011


On Thursday, November 17 at 7:30 p.m. in Zankel Hall, the Carnegie Hall Notables-a membership and ticket program for music enthusiasts in their 20s and 30s-will host Love Letters, a performance of contemporary American playwright A. R. Gurney's work.

Ruskin Group Theatre Presents THE TRAGEDY OF THE COMMONS, Opens 9/30
by BWW News Desk - Sep 30, 2011


Stephen Metcalfe has chosen the critically acclaimed Ruskin Group Theatre to launch the Los Angeles premiere of his play The Tragedy of the Commons.

Tickets for Beach Blanket Babylon's Seasonal Extravaganza Goes On Sale 9/26
by BWW News Desk - Sep 26, 2011


Steve Silver's Beach Blanket Babylon, the world's longest running musical revue, welcomes this holiday season with special performances featuring a chorus line of tap dancing Christmas trees, special parodies of traditional Christmas carols and a gigantic Yuletide hat.

David Bohnett Extends Chairmanship of Board of Directors of LA Philharmonic
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 23, 2011


The Board of Directors of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association announced today at their Annual Board Meeting the extension of David Bohnett's term as Chairman. Bohnett, who joined the Philharmonic Board in January 2004, became the Chairman in October 2008 for a three-year term, set to expire this year.

Tickets for Beach Blanket Babylon's Seasonal Extravaganza Goes On Sale 9/26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 21, 2011


Steve Silver's Beach Blanket Babylon, the world's longest running musical revue, welcomes this holiday season with special performances featuring a chorus line of tap dancing Christmas trees, special parodies of traditional Christmas carols and a gigantic Yuletide hat.

White House Appoints Teresita Fernández to the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 19, 2011


President Barack Obama has appointed Teresita Fernández, a MacArthur Award winning visual artist, to serve on the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, a federal panel that advises the President, Congress and governmental agencies on national matters of design and aesthetics.

Exploring the Arts Raises $2.5M at Annual Gala to Support Arts Ed in NYC
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 19, 2011


Over 700 invited guests toasted the evening's honoree Tony Bennett, in celebration of his 85th Birthday, at the Exploring the Arts (ETA) annual benefit gala on Sunday, September 18.

2011 BROOKLYN BOOK FESTIVAL Announces Authors And Lineup 9/18
by BWW News Desk - Sep 18, 2011


On Sunday, September 18, 2011, from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., a record 260+ top national and international authors and participants will join literary organizations, booksellers and bibliophiles at Brooklyn Borough Hall (209 Joralemon Street), Columbus Park, St. Francis College, St. Ann's Church and the Brooklyn Historical Society for the sixth annual Brooklyn Book Festival.

2011 Brooklyn Book Festival Kicks Off Today
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 15, 2011


Beginning today, Thursday, September 15, 2011, four days of nearly 30 expanded 'Bookend' literary-themed events will take place in venues from clubs to bookstores and theaters to libraries across the borough, kicking off the sixth annual Brooklyn Book Festival (complete list of Bookend events below).

Audra McDonald to Bring Concert Tour to Carnegie Hall,10/22
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 14, 2011


With four Tony Awards and two Grammy Awards, the Juilliard-trained Audra McDonald returns to performing live full-time this month following four seasons playing Dr. Naomi Bennett on ABC's hit television series Private Practice. Currently starring alongside Norm Lewis in A.R.T.'s PORGY AND BESS, the Broadway-bound singer will make a stop at Carnegie Hall as a part of her 20-city concert tour across North America. McDonald will present her trademark mix of show tunes, classic songs from movies, and pieces written expressly for her by leading contemporary composers.

America's Got Talent Announces Guest Musical and Variety Acts For Finale
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 14, 2011


NBC's top-rated summer series 'America's Got Talent' today announced additional guest musical and variety acts and exclusive performances that will be featured during the live finale tonight, September 14 (8-10 p.m. ET).

Ruskin Group Theatre Presents THE TRAGEDY OF THE COMMONS, Opens 9/30
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 14, 2011


Stephen Metcalfe has chosen the critically acclaimed Ruskin Group Theatre to launch the Los Angeles premiere of his play The Tragedy of the Commons.

Ruskin Group Theatre Presents THE TRAGEDY OF THE COMMONS, Opens 9/30
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 13, 2011


Stephen Metcalfe has chosen the critically acclaimed Ruskin Group Theatre to launch the Los Angeles premiere of his play The Tragedy of the Commons.

Katrina L. Peebles Joins President's Advisory Committee on Arts
by Kelsey Denette - Sep 13, 2011


Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to key Administration posts.

STG Presents The National, Beyond Celtic, Hey Marseilles, Keb Mo
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 12, 2011


Seattle Theatre Group (STG) announces the following concerts going on sale this week.

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