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Jacob's Pillow Announces Year-Round Programming for 85th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - Sep 29, 2017

After celebrating its record-breaking 85th Anniversary Season, Jacob's Pillow announces new, expanded fall, winter, and spring programming as a main component of Vision '22, a strategic approach to the Pillow's transformation into a year-round center for dance research and development and a civic partner in our region.

New Research Finds Connection Between Avocados And Cognitive Health
by Marina Kennedy - Aug 24, 2017

Tufts University has released results of a study linking eating avocados to helping improve cognitive brain function in older adults, news especially relevant to Hispanics who have been found to have the longest life expectancy rate in the U.S. 1 Published in the journal Nutrients and supported by the USDA and the Hass Avocado Board, the research tracked how 40 healthy adults ages 50 and over who ate one fresh avocado a day for six months experienced a 25% increase in lutein levels in their eyes and significantly improved working memory and problem-solving skills.

THE AMITYCODE to Premiere Saturday at Hollywood Fringe
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2017

A new dark comedy, The AmityCode tells the story of Pete, a brilliant robotics engineer, who, after being dumped by his girlfriend, builds a robot to replace her. But he may have programmed his creation too well.

Tina Fey, Bill Nye, Ellen Burstyn and More Join 10th Anniversary World Science Festival Lineup
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2017

The World Science Festival has announced complete programming for the  10th anniversary Festival, which will bring science to the crossroads of the world, Times Square, and to locations across the five boroughs of New York City, with more than 50 events, May 30 - June 4, 2017.

Canadian Opera Company Welcomes Five New Players
by Molly Tracy - Jan 4, 2017

 The Canadian Opera Company Orchestra Academy returns for its fourth year on January 8, 2017, welcoming five student musicians to its annual three-week intensive training program.

Jacob's Pillow Dance Announces 85th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2016

Following the critical acclaim and record-breaking attendance of Festival 2016, Jacob's Pillow Dance announces its 85th Anniversary Season of exciting programming featuring world premieres, commissions, site-specific work, international artists, live music, and Pillow-exclusive engagements.

Cincinnati Playhouse Presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2016

The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park's joyous, time-honored celebration of the true meaning of the holidays, a tradition enjoyed by multiple generations of Cincinnatians each year, returns for its 26th season as U.S. Bank presents Charles Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROL. The beloved, iconic story will be performed Nov. 23 through Dec. 31 in the Playhouse's Robert S. Marx Theatre.

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati Presents brownsville song (b-side for tray)
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2016

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati shines a light on the reality of violence and the beauty of forgiveness with the regional premiere of brownsville song (b-side for tray), a powerful new drama by Kimber Lee. This lyrical play tells a tale of resilience in the face of tragedy when a young man's life is taken and his family is left without answers. Lee's brownsville song (b-side for tray) delivers a message of hope that will challenge and move audiences. Playing October 11-30, 2016. Directed by D. Lynn Meyers.

Ensemble Theatre to Present BROWNSVILLE SONG (B-SIDE FOR TRAY) This Month
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2016

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati shines a light on the reality of violence and the beauty of forgiveness with the regional premiere of brownsville song (b-side for tray), a powerful new drama by Kimber Lee.

BWW Review: ALL IS FAIR (OR OBLIVION WROUGHT)- A Promising Work-in-Progress Features a Stand-Out Performance
by Gil Kaan - Apr 10, 2016

Idly Bent's world premiere of playwright Reed Arnold's ALL IS FAIR (OR OBLIVION WROUGHT) presents an intriguing perspective of a love triangle wrong on so many levels. With some judicious editing and a stronger directorial hand, this two-and-a-half-hour two-act would make a sleek, entertaining 90-minute one-act.

Idly Bent Premieres Reed Arnold's ALL IS FAIR Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2016

Idly Bent presents the World Premiere of award winning Director-Playwright Reed Arnold's new play, ALL IS FAIR (or Oblivion Wrought), at the Dorie Theatre in Hollywood, CA, opening today, April 8th for eleven performances through Sunday, April 24, 2016.

BWW Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Breathes New Life Into the Hills
by Nancy Grossman - Apr 4, 2016

The National Touring Production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC, directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien, breathes new life into the venerable hills and introduces a star-in-the-making. Vivacious and talented Kerstin Anderson captivates us from the opening strains of the title song, and her passion and energy propel the show forward. More than five decades after its Broadway premiere, the powerful message of the story and the superb Rodgers and Hammerstein score still resonate.

BWW Review: Tepid THE SOUND OF MUSIC at PPAC
by Andria Tieman - Mar 10, 2016

THE SOUND OF MUSIC, the classic tale of love, music and Nazis is having its 50 year anniversary, and while it's very exciting to see this much-loved production back on the road, there are quite a few hiccups that make this production a little underwhelming to watch.  Despite amazing vocal talents among the cast, and the adorable pack of Von Trapp children, the distinct lack of chemistry between Captain Von Trapp and Maria, and Leisl and Rolf sucks a lot of the much-needed tension out of the story and leaves us with a story that's very nice, but not very compelling.

BWW Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC Is Sweet But Not Saccharine
by Natalie de la Garza - Feb 22, 2016

THE SOUND OF MUSIC, directed by Jack O'Brien, finds the perfect balance for Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic story, a story that can be sickeningly saccharine in the wrong hands and therefore easily dismissed. O'Brien's vision is a bit more weighty and grounded and complemented brilliantly by the performances and work of Scenic Designer Douglas W. Schmidt and Lighting Designer Natasha Katz.

BWW Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour - Breathing Fresh Life Into A Timeless Masterpiece
by Christina Mancuso - Jan 27, 2016

There's something truly divine about THE SOUND OF MUSIC, which has become a pillar of musical theatre for over 56 years. A brand new touring production of this beloved musical waltzed into The Ohio Theatre on Tuesday night starring Kerstin Anderson as Maria, Ben Davis as Captain Von Trapp, and Ashley Brown as The Mother Abbess. Directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien, this spirited and romantic story of Maria and the Von Trapp Family has survived generations of modern day musicals, capturing the hearts of audiences with its nostalgia and charm.

BWW Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC National Tour at Durham Performing Arts Center
by Jeffrey Kare - Dec 2, 2015

THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Durham Performing Arts Center

Cincinnati Playhouse to Stage A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 26, 2015

The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park's joyous, time-honored celebration of the true spirit of the holidays achieves the quarter-century mark this season as U.S. Bank presents Charles Dickens' iconic story A CHRISTMAS CAROL. The beloved tale, enjoyed each season by multiple generations of Cincinnatians, will be performed for its 25th year in the Playhouse's Robert S. Marx Theatre from Nov. 25 through Dec. 30.

spark! Mesa's Festival of Creativity at Mesa Arts Center, 3/18-21
by BWW News Desk - Feb 26, 2015

spark! Mesa's Festival of Creativity is a free, immersive event for all ages held at Mesa Arts Center. The 2015 festival weaves the elements - earth, air, fire and water - into numerous captivating and interactive experiences in celebration of the arts, innovation and creativity. Held during spring break for many Valley school districts and in the heart of Cactus League Spring Training month, spark! will offer participatory activities, delicious foods, live music, original performances, collaborative art and more.

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