Broadway star Daphne Rubin-Vega and acclaimed soprano Camille Zamora join forces with Sonnambula as the concert series at The Hispanic Society of America continues in 2015 with Zarzuela: Musica de Teatro from the Siglo de Oro (Zarzuela: Theatrical Music from the Spanish Golden Age).
Today we are saluting one of the most iconic leading ladies in Broadway history in honor of her recently announced return to Broadway in Kander & Ebb's THE VISIT, the one and only Chita Rivera.
Broadway star Daphne Rubin-Vega and acclaimed soprano Camille Zamora join forces with Sonnambula as the concert series at The Hispanic Society of America continues in 2015 with Zarzuela: Musica de Teatro from the Siglo de Oro (Zarzuela: Theatrical Music from the Spanish Golden Age).
Today we are revisiting a dynamic 1990s Best Musical winner poised for a Broadway revival should the recent all-star reading having proved worthwhile, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN.
According to the New York Times, a revival of KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN could be heading to Broadway! A reading for the show was held just last week starring Audra McDonald, Alan Cumming, and Steven Pasquale in the roles of Aurora, Molina, and Valentin respectively. Tony winner John Tiffany (Once, The Glass Menagerie) directed the reading. Producer Tom Kirdahy, who put the reading together, told NYT: "I think everyone is interested in having further conversations, but there is no game plan for a production at this point."
The actor revealed that he did in fact audition for the role of Bilbo Baggins and tried his best to make an impression at his audition. Unfortunately he didn't get a call back.
Happy Birthday Daphne Rubin-Vega! Rubin Vega is a two-time Tony and Drama Desk nominee and recipient of the Theater World, Obie, Blockbuster awards and was recently nominated for an Independent Spirit Award for her role in Jack Goes Boating. She is perhaps best known for the roles she originated, including Mimi (RENT) and Conchita (Anna in the Tropics), both Pulitzer Prize winning Broadway shows for which she was nominated for the Tony award. She also originated the role of Rahmi (Gum), Sofia (Nilo Cruz' Two Sisters and a Piano), Canary Mary (Suzan-Lori Parks' f**king A, Lucille Lortel nomination) and Lucy (Jack Goes Boating) at the Public Theater, as well as starred in the Broadway revivals of The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Magenta) and Les Mis, ('Fantine') and most recently, The New Group's Blood From a Stone ('Yvette') opposite Ethan Hawke.'
Today we are talking to a spectacularly gifted Tony Award-winning stage and screen performer known for originating numerous memorable roles in both new musicals and revivals as well as starring in this month's Encores! special presentation of THE BAND WAGON, Brian Stokes Mitchell. Opening up about the new stage-to-screen adaptation of the movie musical classic while granting a rare few moments for a chat while on a break, Mitchell shares his enthusiasm for re-teaming with frequent collaborator director/choreographer Kathleen Marhshall as well as what audiences can expect from the brand new concert presentation while also commenting on his starry assortment of fellow players in the production, including Tracey Ullman, Michael McKean and Laura Osnes. Furthermore, Mitchell offers first news of his return to FOX's hit musical dramedy series GLEE for its final season and preliminarily clues us in to what we can expect from his last appearance on the series. Additionally, Mitchell reflects on his starring role in the 2002 Kennedy Center production of Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler's SWEENEY TODD and whether he would be interested in pursuing that part again in the future. Plus, Mitchell reveals he has recorded a series of studio albums awaiting release and shares his opinions on what material he would like to record in the future. All of that, thoughts on THE PRINCE OF EGYPT and if it could work onstage, his upcoming Christmas concert series with the Cincinnati Symphony, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN memories and much, much more in this exclusive conversation with one of Broadway's most beloved leading men!
Legendary steel guitarists and up-and-coming students return to Waikiki Beach Walk in July to fill the center with the soothing sounds of the Hawaiian steel guitar at the 5th Annual Waikiki Steel Guitar Festival. Guitarists will hit the Plaza Stage today, July 19, 2014, from 3 to 7 p.m. Presented by Waikiki Beach Walk and Outrigger Enterprises Group, with the support of Ke Kula Mele Hawaii, the annual festival celebrates the island culture as captured by the beautifully distinct sounds of the Hawaiian steel guitar.
· Did you know that fracking is linked to earthquakes and is destroying our water supplies? (1) · Did you know that there is no safe way to mine, store, or process nuclear materials used in power plants? (2) · Did you know there have been over 270,000 suicides in India by farmers who used GMO seeds with devastating results? (3,4) · Did you know that the deforestation of the Amazon rainforest is altering our weather? (5) · Did you know there were at least 7,662 spills, blowouts, leaks and other mishaps in 2013 in 15 top US states for onshore oil and gas activity? (6) The newly released novel, 'Earth Sentinels: The Storm Creators' by Shaman Elizabeth Herrera is a 'no-holds-barred piece of literary realism' that dives head first into the most pressing issues affecting our planet while at the same time instills hope and offers 'a classic model of wisdom for living harmoniously on earth,' according to Mark Champion of OurHealingMatters.com, 'On occasion, we all read a book that we know will mark the time of our age. Earth Sentinels' message is every bit as telling and accurate as Animal Farm and Fahrenheit 451. It is a succulent portion of cold, hard truth played out with characters you share affinity with, understand and love.' 'This compelling adventure shows that our struggles around the world are connected and that ordinary people have the power to change the world for the better.' Dr. Margaret Flowers, PopularResistance.org Earth Sentinels begins with the fallen angel Bechard somberly observing the world being destroyed by mankind's greed, corruption and indifference. Realizing drastic measures are needed, Bechard begins searching the globe for people who might join his quest to save the planet. It doesn't take long for the fallen angel to find 17-year-old Zachary, whose family's organic farm is being ruined by fracking; Haruto, living in Fukushima, Japan, where the nuclear meltdown is raging out of control; Mahakanta, a cotton farmer in India, who used GMO seeds with devastating results; the Amazonian tribe members, Conchita and her father, Pahtia, fighting against intruders illegally tearing down their rainforest; and the Bear Claw First Nation Tribe who are dealing with an unstoppable oil spill that is ruining their traditional hunting grounds. Intriguing blue doors and ethereal mists beckon the characters to the spirit realm where they finally meet the mastermind Bechard to form an alliance. Excitement builds when the world's Governments are faced with the Earth Sentinels' demands, sent on behalf of Mother Earth who cannot speak for herself. As events unfurl and countries retaliate, the readers ride a roller coaster through the supernatural. Laine Cunningham, award-winning author, stated, 'This is one of those books that's going to stand alongside classics. Drawing from Native American wisdom and the beliefs of a world filled with respect for nature and its spiritual elements, Herrera has created a global book of wisdom for a global world.' Get your hands on a copy of 'Earth Sentinels: The Storm Creators' at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other fine bookstores and find out how you can make a difference in our world too. http://www.amazon.com/Earth-Sentinels-The-Storm-Creators/dp/0692225315/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top About the Author: Shaman Elizabeth Herrera, is a shamanic healer, poet, activist and author who writes life-changing books. Her stories encourage people to stretch outside their comfort zones and reexamine their own beliefs. She is also the author of Shaman Stone Soup, and Dreams of Dying. Earth Sentinels: The Storm Creators, visionary fiction, 270 pages ISBN-13: 978-0692225318 *resources: 1http://globalnews.ca/news/1448785/7-small-earthquakes-shake-oklahoma-in-just-over-14-hours/ http://www.npr.org/2011/08/02/138820966/worries-over-water-as-natural-gas-fracking-expands 2http://www.examiner.com/article/7-reasons-why-nuclear-power-is-bad-for-the-environment-and-the-nation 3Global Research: http://www.globalresearch.ca/the-seeds-of-suicide-how-monsanto-destroys-farming/5329947 4 http://www.theinternational.org/articles/349-are-gm-seeds-to-blame-for-indian-farmer-s 5http://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-news/amazon-climate-change/20184965 6EnergyWire, July 8, 2013
Fierce Backbone's crowd pleaser MARIA CONCHITA ALFONSO ALFONSO ALFONSO written by Marina Palmier, directed by film director, Richard Pierce, has been extended for two shows Friday, July 18th and Saturday, July 19th at the Lounge Theatres in Hollywood. In this comedy with drama, an aging yet sexy world-weary Latina star - grasping onto her youth and stardom - seduces a young, unsuspecting, naive, star-struck, waiter/wannabe actor for her amusement. Surprisingly, Maria Conchita Alfonso Alfonso Alfonso surprisngly finds amour and more...all in the late afternoon. The cast features the talents of Ramon Camacho and Marina Palmier.
The newly released novel, 'Earth Sentinels: The Storm Creators' by Shaman Elizabeth Herrera is a 'no-holds-barred piece of literary realism that is destined to become a classic model of wisdom for living harmoniously on earth,' according to Mark Champion of OurHealingMatters.com, 'On occasion, we all read a book that we know will mark the time of our age. 'Earth Sentinels' message is every bit as telling and accurate as Animal Farm and Fahrenheit 451. It is a succulent portion of cold, hard truth played out with characters you share affinity with, understand and love.' 'The premise of Shaman Elizabeth Herrera's novel is a timely one, as evidence is mounting that our over-reliance on fossil fuels, deforestation, genetically-engineered crops and other economically-driven, but environmentally-irresponsible, practices are posing an existential threat to the planet earth,' says Kevin Joseph, Amazon Vine Voice. 'Earth Sentinels' begins with the fallen angel Bechard somberly observing the world being destroyed by mankind's greed, corruption and indifference. Realizing drastic measures are needed; Bechard begins searching the globe for people who might join his quest to save the planet. It doesn't take long for the fallen angel to find 17-year-old Zachary, whose family's organic farm is being ruined by fracking; Haruto, living in Fukushima, Japan, where the nuclear meltdown is raging out of control; Mahakanta, a cotton farmer in India, who used GMO seeds with devastating results; the Amazonian tribe members, Conchita and her father, Pahtia, fighting against intruders illegally tearing down their rainforest; and the Bear Claw First Nation Tribe who are dealing with an unstoppable oil spill that is ruining their traditional hunting grounds. Intriguing blue doors and ethereal mists beckon the characters to the spirit realm where they finally meet the mastermind Bechard to form an alliance. Excitement builds when the world's Governments are faced with the Earth Sentinels' demands, sent on behalf of Mother Earth who cannot speak for herself. As events unfurl and countries retaliate, the readers ride a roller coaster through the supernatural! 'Simply riveting! This book is a page turner to the end. Herrera has woven a cautionary tale with threads of history, revelation and hope. Bravo!' exclaimed reviewer Richard O'Shields, channel and media professional, Everyday Connection. Laine Cunningham, award-winning author stated, 'This is one of those books that's going to stand alongside classics. Drawing from Native American wisdom and the beliefs of a world filled with respect for nature and its spiritual elements, Herrera has created a global book of wisdom for a global world.' You can get your hands on a copy of 'Earth Sentinels: The Storm Creators' at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other fine bookstores. Author Shaman Elizabeth Herrera, is a shamanic healer and author who writes life-changing books. Her stories encourage people to stretch outside their comfort zones and reexamine their own beliefs. She is also the author of 'Shaman Stone Soup,' and 'Dreams of Dying.' Earth Sentinels: The Storm Creators, visionary fiction, 270 pages ISBN-13: 978-0692225318
Legendary steel guitarists and up-and-coming students return to Waikiki Beach Walk in July to fill the center with the soothing sounds of the Hawaiian steel guitar at the 5th Annual Waikiki Steel Guitar Festival. Guitarists will hit the Plaza Stage on Saturday, July 19, 2014, from 3 to 7 p.m. Presented by Waikiki Beach Walk and Outrigger Enterprises Group, with the support of Ke Kula Mele Hawaii, the annual festival celebrates the island culture as captured by the beautifully distinct sounds of the Hawaiian steel guitar.
Fierce Backbone presents the world premiere of MARIA CONCHITA ALFONSO ALFONSO ALFONSO written by Marina Palmier, directed by Richard Pierce. In this comedy with drama, an aging yet sexy world-weary Latina star - grasping to hold onto her youth and stardom - seduces a young, unsuspecting, naive, hunky, star-struck, Hispanic waiter/wannabe actor for her amusement. Surprisingly, Maria Conchita Alfonso Alfonso Alfonso finds amour and more...all in the late afternoon.
Los Monologos de la Vagina, now in an acclaimed and unprecedented Spanish language engagement at its original off-Broadway home, today announced the production's summer of stars at the Westside Theatre (407 West 43rd Street).
Fierce Backbone presents the world premiere of MARIA CONCHITA ALFONSO ALFONSO ALFONSO written by Marina Palmier, directed by Richard Pierce. In this comedy with drama, an aging yet sexy world-weary Latina star - grasping to hold onto her youth and stardom - seduces a young, unsuspecting, naive, hunky, star-struck, Hispanic waiter/wannabe actor for her amusement. Surprisingly, Maria Conchita Alfonso Alfonso Alfonso finds amour and more...all in the late afternoon.
Los Monologos de la Vagina, now in an unprecedented Spanish language engagement at its original off-Broadway home, today announced that Tony Award nominee Daphne Rubin-Vega will guest star in Eve Ensler's ground breaking show for three weeks only, from June 3- 22 during the show's limited engagement at the Westside Theatre (407 West 43rd Street).
According to the Associated Press, Conchita Wurst, a bearded drag queen from Austria, won the 59th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. Wurst made a James Bond inspired entrance and sang the power ballad Rise Like a Phoenix. She caused protests because of pushing the gender boundries, but she still managed to with with 290 points.
Quién es Quién en el Teatro en México, permitirá conocer y reconocer a los talentos que han hecho o hacen posible esta industria en el país. Hoy: Diana Avellaneda.
Theatrical singer, songwriter, actor, writer, model, dancer and DJ, Kenyon Phillips announced today that writer/blogger Michael Musto, writer/performer David Cale, and actor/singer and drag performer Flotilla DeBarge (HBO's Angels in America) will join the cast of the world premiere performance of The Life + Death of Kenyon Phillips. Musto will play the role of Kenyon's therapist, Cale a reporter, and Flotilla will portray Kenyon's ex-girlfriend, Gina. The three join previously announced Daphne Rubin-Vega (Rent, Anna in the Tropics).
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