Folk Alliance International (FAI) is proud to announce the 2019 Official Showcase artists* representing 23 countries (*confirmed to date and subject to change) for the 31st annual conference taking place February 13-17, 2019, at Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth in Montréal, Québec, Canada.
Torn between finally fulfilling her dreams and caring for her husband and children, a young mother weighs the hope and promise of leaving Cuba against the heartbreaking pain of separation. Ostensibly, this film is a love story: between husband and wife and man and country. This lyrical portrait of contemporary Cuban realities gives an intimate, meditative glimpse into a family's dynamic way of life in Voices of the Sea.
2018 has seen hundreds of thousands take to the streets in protest: against Trump, against immigration policies, for women's rights. Apples and Snakes, who for 35 years have been providing a platform for both established and emerging spoken word performers, will be holding a rallying, raucous call to arms in the form of an immersive journey through the iconic Battersea Arts Centre to celebrate and empower those taking a stand.
With Holy Sh!t - the inaugural production in the newly refurbished theatre - in rehearsals, Artistic Director Indhu Rubasingham today announces the full cast for the world premiere of Stephen Sharkey's adaptation of Zadie Smith's White Teeth - Ayesha Antoine (Irie Jones), Michele Austin (Mad Mary), Philip Bird (Des/Marc Perret/Marcus Chalfen), Ayesha Dharker (Alsana Iqbal), Naomi Frederick (Ruth/Poppy/Joyce Chalfen), Tony Jayawardena (Samad Iqbal), Richard Lumsden (Archie Jones), Karl Queensborough (Anthony /Denise/Josh Chalfen), Sid Sagar (Magid Iqbal), Amanda Wilkin (Rosie Jones), Assad Zaman (Millat Iqbal), and actor-musicians Matthew Churcher, Nenda Neurer (also Clara Jones) and Zoe West. The production opens on 5 November, with previews from 26 October, and runs until 22 December.
Company of Fools (COF) will kick off its 23rd season of dynamic theatre programming in late June with Woody Guthrie's American Song, an ensemble musical based on the famed singer-songwriter's folk music and writings that was praised by The Seattle Times as "An exuberant musical celebration of our nation, our history, and our shared humanity." Directed by Kent Thompson with musical direction by R.L. Rowsey, the production will run June 26-July 15 at the Liberty Theatre in Hailey. Woody Guthrie's American Song is presented in conjunction with The Center's BIG IDEA project We the People: Protests and Patriotism.
Artistic Director of Polka Theatre, Peter Glanville today announces their new season for Autumn/ Winter 2018 comprising both new Polka productions and visiting work as well as classes and workshops, celebrating some of the greatest living writers for children.
LUMP, Charlotte Church and more join Patti Smith, Elvis Costello and Gruff Rhys for Festival of Voice in Cardiff
Seminal British alternative rock outfit Shriekback present their new album 'Why Anything? Why This?', following up their first single 'And The Rain', complete with a darkly intriguing video filmed by Howard Davidson (a.k.a. Hodah).
Today, Wayne Kramer, leader of Detroit's proto-punk/hard rock band MC5, announces 15 concerts and 4 summer festivals for Kick Out the Jams: The 50th Anniversary Tour. MC50 includes guitarist Kim Thayil, drummers Brendan Canty and Matt Cameron, bassists Dug Pinnick and super producer Don Was, and 6'7” powerhouse frontman Marcus Durant. With it, Kramer will be celebrating the landmark anniversary of the MC5's incendiary debut album Kick Out the Jams as well as the release of his memoir The Hard Stuff: Dope, Crime, the MC5, and My Life of Impossibilities, to be published August 16th by Faber & Faber in UK.
A major new greenfield music and lifestyle camping festival is set to bring the world-famous, inimitable sights and sounds of the country music scene to the UK in 2018. Taking place within the grounds of Stanford Hall in Leicestershire from September 7th – 9th 2018, The Long Road will present one of the UK's largest, most authentic celebrations of country, Americana and roots music featuring five stages of live performances, bespoke food events and a wide range of themed outdoor activities.
The Boch Center, one of the nation's leading nonprofit performing arts institutions, today announced the launch of a new Folk & Americana Music Series to celebrate the genre's rich musical history and influence. The series seeks to spotlight iconic and emerging artists and introduce new audiences to the genre. The Folk & Americana Music Series will include regular concerts with Woodstock-based artists The Weight Band and rotating special guests-giving each concert its own unique experience. It will also include solo performances with notable touring artists. The series will begin with an inaugural performance at the Boch Center Shubert Theatre on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at 7:30PM, featuring The Weight Band and acclaimed folk artists The Guthrie Family and The Mammals. Tickets for the April 18 performance go on sale to the general public on Thursday, March 15 at 10:00AM.
Two world-class Grammy Award-winning artists, Elvis Costello and Angelique Kidjo join Patti Smith, Gruff Rhys, Passenger and Billy Bragg as headline music acts at this year's Festival of Voice (7-17 June, across Cardiff). Elvis Costello & The Imposters (17 June) will close this year's 11-day festival at Wales Millennium Centre, with the skilled wordsmith and unique vocalist covering everything from politics to love songs.
Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Barb Jungr & John McDaniel today, January 16, 2018 at 7pm in Float Like a Butterfly The Sting Project, a collection of songs related to Sting and The Police.
On December 4-5, former US Vice President Al Gore will host The Climate Reality Project's seventh-annual 24 Hours of Reality broadcast 24 Hours of Reality: Be the Voice of Reality a 24-hour live event, empowering millions watching worldwide to use their voices to speak up for solutions, science, and truth at this decisive point in history. It will be carried by broadcast partners globally, and streamed live online at 24HoursofReality.org.
Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Barb Jungr & John McDaniel on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 7pm in Float Like a Butterfly The Sting Project, a collection of songs related to Sting and The Police.
Brooklyn Music School (BMS) presents Lead Belly, Brooklyn!, an All-Ages Sensory-Friendly Event featuring Dan Zanes, Claudia Eliaza, Pauline Jean and students from BMS today, November 17, 2017 at 7pm. BMS is located at 126 Saint Felix Street, Brooklyn. Tickets are $5-15 and are available at https://lead-belly-dan-zanes.eventbrite.com.
Brooklyn Music School (BMS) presents Lead Belly, Brooklyn!, an All-Ages Sensory-Friendly Event featuring Dan Zanes, Claudia Eliaza, Pauline Jean and students from BMS today, November 17, 2017 at 7pm. BMS is located at 126 Saint Felix Street, Brooklyn.
Brooklyn Music School (BMS) presents Lead Belly, Brooklyn!, an All-Ages Sensory-Friendly Event featuring Dan Zanes, Claudia Eliaza, Pauline Jean and students from BMS on Friday, November 17, 2017 at 7pm. BMS is located at 126 Saint Felix Street, Brooklyn. Tickets are $5-15 and are available at https://lead-belly-dan-zanes.eventbrite.com.
Brooklyn Music School (BMS) presents Lead Belly, Brooklyn!, an All-Ages Sensory-Friendly Event featuring Dan Zanes, Claudia Eliaza, Pauline Jean and students from BMS on Friday, November 17, 2017 at 7pm. BMS is located at 126 Saint Felix Street, Brooklyn.
Billy Bragg will play the Boulder Theater this fall (October 12, 2017).
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