In a bold undertaking as part of the company's involvement with the multi-year, multi-city National Civil War Project, Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has commissioned Our War, a dynamic new theatrical event and collection of short stories that explores-through diverse perspectives-the historical memory and present-day reverberations of the U.S. Civil War. The company just met the press, and BroadwayWorld has photos below!
In June, Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announced a national call for three-minute monologues held in conjunction with the world premiere of Our War, a dynamic new theatrical event and collection of short stories by 25 esteemed playwrights that explores--through diverse perspectives--the historical memory and present-day reverberations of the U.S. Civil War. The open monologue contest inspired by Our War brought in more than 150 entries from around the world, and the theater is pleased to announce the three winning monologues: Tree by Dave Lankford of New York, NY; Mary/Marcus by Sarah Pitard of London, UK; and The Peacock's War by Lisa Sillaway of Wichita, KS.
The third season of 'Women's Media Center Live with Robin Morgan', which debuted last Saturday, Sept. 6, announces its new syndication partnership with AirPlay Direct, which is now distributing the weekly radio show to over 9,000 broadcasters and radio members around the world.
In a bold undertaking as part of the company's involvement with the multi-year, multi-city National Civil War Project, Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has commissioned Our War, a dynamic new theatrical event and collection of short stories that explores-through diverse perspectives-the historical memory and present-day reverberations of the U.S. Civil War.
So You Think You Can Dance (SYTYCD) husband and wife all-star dance duo tWitch and Allison Holker, along with SYTYCD All-Star Alex Wong, led a thousand in NYC's official National Dance Day celebration at The Lincoln Center on July 26th. Scroll down for photos from the festivites!
On Today, June 17, 2014, Will on the Hill, a favorite bipartisan event of theatre and political fans alike, returns to the Shakespeare Theatre Company. This year's event features a performance of Lend Me Your Ears, an original play by Peter Byrne, written with assistance from The West Wing Writers Group, and directed by STC Associate Artistic Director Alan Paul. The cast will include special guest performers Nicholas Bruder, Harry Hamlin and Hannah Yelland.
On Tuesday, June 17, 2014, Will on the Hill, a favorite bipartisan event of theatre and political fans alike, returns to the Shakespeare Theatre Company. This year's event features a performance of Lend Me Your Ears, an original play by Peter Byrne, written with assistance from The West Wing Writers Group, and directed by STC Associate Artistic Director Alan Paul. The cast will include special guest performers Nicholas Bruder, Harry Hamlin and Hannah Yelland.
The Smithsonian celebrates Black History Month in February with a series of films, lectures and performances at museums around the Institution. All programs are free unless otherwise indicated.
Lifelong performer and Tony Award nominee Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Eubie!) captivates audiences with stories, songs and smooth choreography for his return to Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater with Maurice Hines is Tappin' Thru Life. Scroll down for photos from the opening night reception, featuring Maurice Hines, cast members and brothers John & Leo Manzari and Max & Sam Heimowitz, director Jeff Calhoun, Arena Stage Artistic Director Molly Smith, Italian Ambassador Claudio Bisogniero and Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton!
Published on the centennial of his birth, and in anticipation of the 50th anniversary of the historic March on Washington, here is Bayard Rustin's life story told in his own words.
Tonight, July 27, 2013, the Dizzy Feet Foundation (DFF), in partnership with The Music Center, will present the third annual 'Celebration of Dance' Gala, hosted by its board members - including International Emmy Award-winning producer Nigel Lythgoe (American Idol, So You Think You Can Dance), director Adam Shankman (Hairspray, Rock of Ages), dancers/choreographers Stephen 'tWitch' Boss (So You Think You Can Dance, Bones)and Derek Hough (Dancing With the Stars), and actress Summer Glau (Hawaii Five-O, Serenity). The gala, which will take place at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at The Music Center in Los Angeles, will feature highly anticipated performances by talent from So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing With the Stars, the Step Up films, Travis Wall's Shaping Sound, Philadanco, and many others.
The Dance Council of North Texas (DCNT) will sponsor Dance Big D! in celebration of the 3rd annual National Dance Day. The goal of Dance Big D! is to promote dance participation and bring attention to the Dallas arts scene. On Saturday, July 27th the DCNT will host a dance flash mob at 12 noon in Victory Park AT&T Plaza featuring the choreography Everybody Dance from the Dizzy Feet Foundation website.
On Saturday, July 27, 2013, the Dizzy Feet Foundation (DFF), in partnership with The Music Center, will present the third annual “Celebration of Dance” Gala, hosted by its board members — including International Emmy Award-winning producer Nigel Lythgoe (American Idol, So You Think You Can Dance), director Adam Shankman (Hairspray, Rock of Ages), dancers/choreographers Stephen “tWitch” Boss (So You Think You Can Dance, Bones)and Derek Hough (Dancing With the Stars), and actress Summer Glau (Hawaii Five-O, Serenity). The gala, which will take place at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion at The Music Center in Los Angeles, will feature highly anticipated performances by talent from So You Think You Can Dance, Dancing With the Stars, the Step Up films, Travis Wall's Shaping Sound, Philadanco, and many others.
The Dizzy Feet Foundation (DFF) and two of the nation's most renowned performing arts centers, The Music Center in Los Angeles and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., will celebrate National Dance Day (NDD) on Saturday, July 27, 2013.
Last night, April 4, was the opening night celebration for THE MOUNTAINTOP at Arena Stage. Opening night fell on the 45th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s assassination. Scroll down for photos from the festivities, featuring notable guests playwright Katori Hall, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, Congresswoman Donna Edwards and Former Congressman Harold Ford, Sr.!
In celebration of Black History Month and as part of its year-round commitment to diverse
programming, PBS today announced an on-air lineup commemorating the contributions of African Americans in music, dance, television and civil rights, providing an in-depth look at key figures and events that shaped black - and American - history.
Shine America has entered into an exclusive, multi-year production partnership with Nigel Lythgoe Productions, owned and operated by the prolific executive producer behind such hits as 'American Idol' and 'So You Think You Can Dance,' to cooperatively develop and produce entertainment franchises with the Shine Group for the global TV marketplace.
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts announces the 2012 Wolf Trap Ball, the organization's largest annual fundraising event, set to commence tonight, September 15 on the Filene Center stage at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. This year's special event celebrates Terre Jones, Wolf Trap President and CEO, who throughout his tenure has positioned the organization as a premier center for the integration of performing arts, education, technology, and environmental sustainability. Jones will retire in December, following 17 years of service leading the not for profit arts and education organization.
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts announces the 2012 Wolf Trap Ball, the organization's largest annual fundraising event, set to commence Saturday, September 15 on the Filene Center stage at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts. This year's special event celebrates Terre Jones, Wolf Trap President and CEO, who throughout his tenure has positioned the organization as a premier center for the integration of performing arts, education, technology, and environmental sustainability. Jones will retire in December, following 17 years of service leading the not for profit arts and education organization.
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