Skidmore Theater Announces Spring 2017 Mainstage Production
by A.A. Cristi
- Mar 21, 2017
The Skidmore College Department of Theater is pleased to announce its Spring 2017 Mainstage production, Balm in Gilead by Lanford Wilson, guest directed by international award-winning theater artist Phil Soltanoff. This updated version of Pulitzer Prize winner Lanford Wilson's first full-length play brings the world of grungy 1970s New York City to vivid life on the Skidmore stage.
BWW Interview: Amanda Moresco Directs WHERE THE NUMBERS END at the Whitefire Theatre
by Don Grigware
- Mar 20, 2017
Amanda began her career as an actress in New York City working for the late Sidney Lumet. Amanda has appeared in numerous films and TV shows and earned a SAG Award for Ensemble Cast for the Academy Award-winning film Crash. Pursuing her real passion, writing, Amanda has learned from the best by working behind the camera for Woody Allen, Bobby Moresco, and David Chase, and in writer's rooms as assistant for Paul Haggis, Todd Field, John Lee Hancock, Mark Johnson, and Gil Adler. Amanda wrote two episodes for the first season of NBC's The Black Donnellys. She has had two feature films produced. Amanda has written and produced numerous one-act plays. Most recently, she directed the L. A. production of William Hoffman's 'Cal in Camo' which went on to a critically acclaimed Off-Broadway run. Amanda is raising two sons and splits her time between New York and Los Angeles.
The PGA Arts Center Announces Laughter-Filled 2017 Summer Season
by Carol Kassie
- Mar 17, 2017
Matthow and Roy's summer line-up will 'amp up the laughter factor' with three shows sure to please: Comedy Central and National Lampoon star Tommy Koenig will start the summer season off in April with Baby Boomer Baby; comedienne Caryn Bark will be joined by funny women Pam Peterson and Jan Slavin in Funny Old Broads in July; and in August audiences will be treated to Sandy Gelfound's The Kosher Cheerleader (a Truish Jewish Love Story).
Charitybuzz Opens Bidding for Time with Celine Dion, Cher, Carrie Underwood & More!
by Nicole Rosky
- Mar 14, 2017
Charitybuzz.com is changing the tune of online fundraising with the opening of their latest auction, Charitybuzz Curates: Music. On the heels of this year's GRAMMY Awards, and as the spring and summer tours and festivals start to heat up, Charitybuzz is proud to announce their first-ever curated music auction.
Traveller's 'All This Time' Gains Airplay on Six Continents
by Caryn Robbins
- Mar 13, 2017
The summer of 2012 saw Gerry Sheridan and Simon Usher begin their songwriting partnership, which progressed to become Traveller in January 2016 when they were joined by Martin Yves on guitar and Brian Socha on bass.
Acclaimed Photographer Jimmy Steinfeldt Releases Second Volume of Book, 'Rock 'N' Roll Lens'
by Caryn Robbins
- Mar 10, 2017
In Rock 'N' Roll Lens Volume II, renowned photographer Jimmy Steinfeldt has included fifty of his best black and white photographs, as well as commentary attributed to the stories behind them from his celebrity friends. Contributors include Lou Gossett Jr., Steve Jones of the Sex Pistols, Clem Burke of Blondie, Slim Jim of the Stray Cats, Apollonia of Purple Rain, and more.
Kurt Vile Brings Debut Solo Show to QPAC
by BWW
News Desk
- Mar 9, 2017
American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and record producer, Kurt Vile brings his debut solo show to the Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) for one-night only on Today 9 March 2017.
Vocal Powerhouse of Soul Morgan James to Perform for One Night Only at the Lincoln Theatre 4/14
by A.A. Cristi
- Mar 7, 2017
New York-based soul singer, songwriter, and Broadway chanteuse Morgan James casts an unbreakable spell with a powerhouse voice, theatrical swing, and soulful poise. Touring in support of her most recent release, Hunter, Morgan applies her own soulful style to modern throwbacks, summertime pop, haunting ballads, and empowering farewells.
Priscilla Presley Opens Elvis Presley's Memphis Entertainment Complex At Graceland
by A.A. Cristi
- Mar 2, 2017
Elvis Presley's Graceland® officially opened its new, $45 million, state-of-the-art entertainment complex, "Elvis Presley's Memphis" - 40 acres in size -- and welcomed visitors from around the world to its largest and most significant expansion since first opening to the public in 1982. The four-day opening celebration features live performances that celebrate Elvis' incredible life and career, and honor Memphis' rich musical legacy across genres, including Blues, Rockabilly, R&B, Soul and Rock 'n' Roll.
Garland Jeffreys' Video for '14 Steps To Harlem' Premieres on Billboard
by Caryn Robbins
- Feb 28, 2017
Garland Jeffreys' video for his single “14 Steps To Harlem” premieres on Billboard, who proclaim, “...between doo-wop style choruses, the video streams appropriate black & white period photos, including plenty of street scenes and venues such as the Apollo Theatre and the Rhythm Club.
Acclaimed FISK JUBILEE SINGERS To Headline Ryman 125th Anniversary Concert
by Jeffrey Ellis
- Feb 28, 2017
The world-renowned Fisk Jubilee Singers - who are among the trailblazing artists who have helped Nashville to assume the moniker of "Music City USA" - will perform at the historic Ryman Auditorium on Sunday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m. in a concert celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Ryman, which over the course of its history has become known as "the mother church of country music."
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