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The Open Fist Theatre Company presents their second FIRST LOOK FESTIVAL OF NEW PLAYS, with new works written by Ty Taylor, Douglas Crawford, Ron West, Joseph Fisher, William Mesnik, Phillip William Brock, and Laura Richardson and directed by Martha Demson, Benjamin Burdick and Amanda Weier.

Having sold over 60 million records worldwide, The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie are progressive pop, folk rock legends to the 10th degree. Their shimmering and infectious hits like Happy Together, Eleanor, You Baby, She'd Rather Be with Me, and their impassioned rendering of Bob Dylan's, It Ain't Me, Babe, remain some of the rock era's loveliest tunes, say critics, as they continuously embody a good-humored sense of optimism that still sounds fresh here & now!

This week, we are taking a listen to the premiere solo album from Tony Award-winning stage star Jane Krakowski who can be seen every week on NBC's 30 ROCK as well as having appeared in countless musicals, television shows and movies over the years. A live recording of her cabaret show, THE LAZIEST GAL IN TOWN is everything we love about Ms. Krakowski and more: the sex kitten with the whip, the saucy siren, the bombshell blonde belter and the bawdiest broad this side of Mae West. All this and more is ready and waiting to be examined, ravished and explored for our sheer enjoyment courtesy of Jane & Co.…

The Open Fist Theatre Company presents their second FIRST LOOK FESTIVAL OF NEW PLAYS, with new works written by Ty Taylor, Douglas Crawford, Ron West, Joseph Fisher, William Mesnik, Phillip William Brock, and Laura Richardson and directed by Martha Demson, Benjamin Burdick and Amanda Weier.

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.

The National Jazz Museum in Harlem will host two free events May 18 and 20 at the Visitors Center (104 East 126th Street, Stuite 2C). Special Guest New Orleans poet/performer Chuck Perkins will participate on Tuesday, May 18 for Jazz for Curious Listeners Tuning in to Treme: Hymns, Dirges and Misdemeanors starting at 7pm. On Thursday, May 20 NJMH welcomes Dave Samuels, Vibraphonist, educatour and author will participate at 6:30pm. On Friday, May 21 at the Dwyer Cultural Center 'Take the A Train: A Big Band Swing Dance' featuring NJMH All Star Big Band directed by Loren Schoenberg. Tickets are $20. For more information email info@DwyerCC.org. For a full list of events visit http://www.jmih.org/.

The National Jazz Museum in Harlem will host two free events May 18 and 20 at the Visitors Center (104 East 126th Street, Stuite 2C). Special Guest New Orleans poet/performer Chuck Perkins will participate on Tuesday, May 18 for Jazz for Curious Listeners Tuning in to Treme: Hymns, Dirges and Misdemeanors starting at 7pm. On Thursday, May 20 NJMH welcomes Dave Samuels, Vibraphonist, educatour and author will participate at 6:30pm. On Friday, May 21 at the Dwyer Cultural Center 'Take the A Train: A Big Band Swing Dance' featuring NJMH All Star Big Band directed by Loren Schoenberg. Tickets are $20. For more information email info@DwyerCC.org. For a full list of events visit http://www.jmih.org/.

The Highline Ballroom is located at 431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619. The Highline Ballroom is a full-scale restaurant. The menu is American Continental with a Southern flair. The Highline also has a full bar with all premier liquors and domestic and international cold beer, and serves a full menu at all concerts. A $10 food and/or beverage minimum is standard for table seating during shows. Unless otherwise noted, all shows are suitable for all ages and offer general admission seating. Seating for all shows is first come, first seated; we do not take advance table reservations, except where noted as a condition of a VIP ticket. Incomplete parties cannot be seated. Standing room for all shows is available at the bar. For further show information, directions to the venue and for the latest updates visit www.highlineballroom.com or call 212-414-4314.

The Highline Ballroom is located at 431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619. The Highline Ballroom is a full-scale restaurant. The menu is American Continental with a Southern flair. The Highline also has a full bar with all premier liquors and domestic and international cold beer, and serves a full menu at all concerts. A $10 food and/or beverage minimum is standard for table seating during shows. Unless otherwise noted, all shows are suitable for all ages and offer general admission seating. Seating for all shows is first come, first seated; we do not take advance table reservations, except where noted as a condition of a VIP ticket. Incomplete parties cannot be seated. Standing room for all shows is available at the bar. For further show information, directions to the venue and for the latest updates visit www.highlineballroom.com or call 212-414-4314.

The Highline Ballroom is located at 431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619. The Highline Ballroom is a full-scale restaurant. The menu is American Continental with a Southern flair. The Highline also has a full bar with all premier liquors and domestic and international cold beer, and serves a full menu at all concerts. A $10 food and/or beverage minimum is standard for table seating during shows. Unless otherwise noted, all shows are suitable for all ages and offer general admission seating. Seating for all shows is first come, first seated; we do not take advance table reservations, except where noted as a condition of a VIP ticket. Incomplete parties cannot be seated. Standing room for all shows is available at the bar. For further show information, directions to the venue and for the latest updates visit www.highlineballroom.com or call 212-414-4314.

In May, The National Jazz Museum in Harlem will present a month-long focus on the birthplace of jazz, New Orleans.

The Highline Ballroom is located at 431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619. The Highline Ballroom is a full-scale restaurant. The menu is American Continental with a Southern flair. The Highline also has a full bar with all premier liquors and domestic and international cold beer, and serves a full menu at all concerts. A $10 food and/or beverage minimum is standard for table seating during shows. Unless otherwise noted, all shows are suitable for all ages and offer general admission seating. Seating for all shows is first come, first seated; we do not take advance table reservations, except where noted as a condition of a VIP ticket. Incomplete parties cannot be seated. Standing room for all shows is available at the bar. For further show information, directions to the venue and for the latest updates visit www.highlineballroom.com or call 212-414-4314.

Seattle Theatre Group (STG) announces the following concerts going on sale this week. STG is the 501 (c)(3) non-profit arts organization that operates the historic Paramount and Moore Theatres in Seattle, Washington.

Musical events just announced at Hightline Ballroom.

UPCOMING SHOWS ON SALE THIS WEEK.

Experience the multi-faceted world of percussion music with this virtuosic ensemble. Praised by critics and fans alike for their talent, style and enthusiastic devotion to the art form, Ethos Percussion Group will explore works written for percussion by such landmark composers as John Cage, Steve Reich, Lou Harrison and even Frank Zappa.

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.

Seattle Theatre Group (STG) announces the following concerts going on sale this week. STG is the 501 (c)(3) non-profit arts organization that operates the historic Paramount and Moore Theatres in Seattle, Washington.

Experience the multi-faceted world of percussion music with this virtuosic ensemble. Praised by critics and fans alike for their talent, style and enthusiastic devotion to the art form, Ethos Percussion Group will explore works written for percussion by such landmark composers as John Cage, Steve Reich, Lou Harrison and even Frank Zappa.

Producer David Shor, who is developing Sleepless in Seattle:The Musical for Broadway, announced today that Michelle Citrin, Michael Garin, and Josh Nelson will collaborate on the music and lyrics for the show. The musical is aiming for a Broadway bow on Valentine's Day, 2011.