In May 1977 three artists--Robin Hirsch, a writer and director; Charles McKenna, an actor; and Raphaela Pivetta, a visual artist--stumbled across a tiny storefront on Cornelia Street in the heart of Greenwich Village and thought it the perfect place to open a café.
Riverspace will end its run of Neil Berg's THE 12 on March 21st before its World Premiere at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, April 1st (Ft. Lauderdale, FL).
In a recent discussion with Nightline, 'American Idol' star Adam Lambert talked about his musical influences including Bob Marley, David Bowie, and Michael Jackson.
First came Hair, then, Jesus Christ Superstar -- which led to Rent and Spring Awakening. Now comes "THE 12", an original rock musical written by Pulitzer Prize winning playwright, ROBERT SCHENKKAN, with Music, Lyrics, and Story concept by award winning composer, NEIL BERG. The World Premiere preview performances will take place at Riverspace in Nyack, NY, March 19 - 21, 2010 before its World Premiere at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, April 1st (Ft. Lauderdale, FL).
Joseph Keckler will make his debut at Joe's Pub on Saturday, April 3rd in 'Midnight Mass', a special performance in recognition of Easter weekend, centering on the themes of sex and death.
Siobhan Magnus performs 'A Change In Me' in a performance of Beauty and The Beast. Magnus is one of the top 12 American Idol Finalists. She is 19 years old and hails from Cape Cod, MA. Her musical infulences range from Janis Joplin to David Bowie and her favorite quote is 'Sing as if no one were listening.'
Siobhan Magnus is one of the top 12 American Idol Finalists. She is 19 years old and hails from Cape Cod, MA. Her musical infulences range from Janis Joplin to David Bowie and her favorite quote is 'Sing as if no one were listening.'
Canadian Stage unveiled its highly anticipated 2010-2011 season today, marking the first season programmed by Artistic & General Director Matthew Jocelyn. The season heralds a bold, new direction for the company. Jocelyn seeks to redefine Canadian Stage as a centre for national and international multi-disciplinary theatre that pushes boundaries, adopts a 21st-century perspective and reflects Toronto's cultural diversity. The work will be driven by directors and auteurs at the forefront of contemporary theatre and audiences will have the opportunity to discover a new generation of story-tellers who challenge and entertain.
Joseph Keckler will make his debut at Joe's Pub on Saturday, April 3rd in 'Midnight Mass', a special performance in recognition of Easter weekend, centering on the themes of sex and death.
The Black Rock Coalition Orchestra presents one of its most captivating incarnations- the all-female tribute to the inimitable Nina Simone.
First came Hair, then, Jesus Christ Superstar -- which led to Rent and Spring Awakening. Now comes "THE 12", an original rock musical written by Pulitzer Prize winning playwright, ROBERT SCHENKKAN, with Music, Lyrics, and Story concept by award winning composer, NEIL BERG. The World Premiere preview performances will take place at Riverspace in Nyack, NY, March 19 - 21, 2010 before its World Premiere at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, April 1st (Ft. Lauderdale, FL).
The Dvorak American Heritage Association will feature An Evening with George Mraz & Friends on Friday, February 26th. World-renowned jazz bassist George Mraz was presented The Medal of the President of The Czech Republic for Lifetime Achievement on his 65th birthday, June 10, 2009 at the Prague Castle. Known for his historic work with jazz icons Stan Getz, Oscar Peterson, Tommy Flanagan and Hank Jones, to name a few, Mraz appears for the first time publicly performing a program consisting entirely of his own compositions with legendary drummer Joey Baron (Stan Getz, Dizzy Gillespie, Tony Bennett, David Bowie, and Michael Jackson...) and stellar tenor saxophonist Rich Perry (Thad Jones/Mel Lewis now Vanguard Orchestra, Maria Schneider's Orchestra, Chet Baker, and Billy Hart). This totally original program has been recently recorded on CD and DVD for release later this year.
The Dvorak American Heritage Association presents An Evening Of Jazz With George Mraz & Friends at the Bohemian National Hall on Friday, February 26th at 7:30pm.
The Barenaked Ladies With Serena Ryder will play the Orpheum Theatre on Monday, May 17 at 7:30pm.
Rejoice in the music of one of the greatest jazz legends of all time with 'Dreaming the Duke,' a one-of-a-kind tribute to Edward 'Duke' Ellington performed by Nnenna Freelon, Harolyn Blackwell and Mike Garson. 'Dreaming the Duke' is at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts on February 21, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. as part of Ordway's Target World Music and Dance Series.
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