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Paulus' BEST OF BOTH WORLDS Opens at A.R.T. Tonight, 12/2
by Jeff Dennhardt - Dec 2, 2009

The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) will present BEST OF BOTH WORLDS, a new musical. Featuring the sounds of R&B and gospel, Best of Both Worlds features book and lyrics by Randy Weiner, music by multiple Obie-winner Diedre Murray, and is directed by Tony nominated Diane Paulus (Director of HAIR - Tony Winner: Best Musical Revival 2009).

Athens Theatre Presents THE LETTERMEN 11/29
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2009

The one change Tony Butala, original founding member of The Lettermen, would have made in the 45-plus year career of one of the most popular vocal groups in history is a surprising one. 'We chose the wrong name!' he exclaims.

Athens Theatre Presents THE LETTERMEN 11/29
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2009

The one change Tony Butala, original founding member of The Lettermen, would have made in the 45-plus year career of one of the most popular vocal groups in history is a surprising one. 'We chose the wrong name!' he exclaims.

Athens Theatre Presents THE LETTERMEN 11/29
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2009

The one change Tony Butala, original founding member of The Lettermen, would have made in the 45-plus year career of one of the most popular vocal groups in history is a surprising one. 'We chose the wrong name!' he exclaims.

American Repertory Theater Presents BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2009

The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) is pleased to present Best of Both Worlds, a new musical for the whole family.

New Orleans Ballet Presents THANK YOU GREGORY: A Tribute To The Legends Of Tap 11/20, 11/21
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2009

New Orleans Ballet Association and The NOCCA Institute present Thank You, Gregory! A Tribute to the Legends of Tap ALL PERFORMANCES ARE SOLD OUT!!!

McLean Community Center Hosts 'Dancing Under The Stars' 11/20
by BWW News Desk - Nov 20, 2009

Dancing Under the Stars Friday, November 20 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Complimentary dance instruction by Fred Astaire Studios

New Orleans Ballet Presents THANK YOU GREGORY: A Tribute To The Legends Of Tap 11/20, 11/21
by BWW News Desk - Nov 20, 2009

New Orleans Ballet Association and The NOCCA Institute present Thank You, Gregory! A Tribute to the Legends of Tap ALL PERFORMANCES ARE SOLD OUT!!!

A.R.T. Presents BEST OF BOTH WORLDS 11/20-1/3/2010
by BWW News Desk - Nov 20, 2009

The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) is pleased to present Best of Both Worlds, a holiday musical for the whole family. Bursting with the sounds of R&B and gospel, Best of Both Worlds features book and lyrics by Randy Weiner, music by multiple Obie-winner Diedre Murray, and is directed by Tony Award winner Diane Paulus.

McLean Community Center Hosts 'Dancing Under The Stars' 11/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 19, 2009

Dancing Under the Stars Friday, November 20 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Complimentary dance instruction by Fred Astaire Studios

Arnas, Jenkins, Naughton, Esparza & More Lead 92nd Street Y's 2010 Lyrics & Lyricists
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 17, 2009

The 92nd Street Y has announced casting for the 2010 season of Lyrics & Lyricists. Lucie Arnaz, Debby Boone, Capathia Jenkins, James Naughton and Raúl Esparza are among the performers who will present the music of the Desi Arnaz Orchestra, Johnny Burke and Hoagy Carmichael. The season also includes a night of songs made famous by Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, and one devoted to the art of the satirical song, featuring works by Tom Lehrer, 'Yip' Harburg, Stephen Sondheim and others. The season is curated by series artistic director Deborah Grace Winer, and a line-up of guest artistic directors - Lucie Arnaz, Daryl Sherman, Rob Fisher, and Ted Sperling.

Andrea Marcovicci Honors Johnny Mercer With SKYLARK: MARCOVICCI SINGS MERCER, Plays The Oak Room 11/17-12/26
by BWW News Desk - Nov 17, 2009

ANDREA MARCOVICCI - the celebrated singer and actress lauded as 'the greatest cabaret star of her generation' by The International Herald Tribune and 'the epitome of elegance and showbiz savvy' by Variety - will celebrate the 2009 Johnny Mercer Centennial with the New York premiere of her new show 'Skylark: Marcovicci Sings Mercer' at the Oak Room of the Algonquin Hotel (59 West 44th Street) from November 17 to December 26.

Peterson Returns To The Triad With SONG MAN, DANCE MAN 7/20, 8/24, 10/20, 11/17
by BWW News Desk - Nov 17, 2009

Drama Desk Nominee Jon Peterson returns in Song Man, Dance Man, a one man show about the one man shows at The Triad Theater: July 20, August 24, Oct. 20, Nov. 17, all at 7pm. Free event at Barnes and Noble: July 22 at 6pm.

Peterson Returns To The Triad With SONG MAN, DANCE MAN 7/20, 8/24, 10/20, 11/17
by BWW News Desk - Nov 17, 2009

Drama Desk Nominee Jon Peterson returns in Song Man, Dance Man, a one man show about the one man shows at The Triad Theater: July 20, August 24, Oct. 20, Nov. 17, all at 7pm. Free event at Barnes and Noble: July 22 at 6pm.

American Repertory Theater Presents BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 12, 2009

The American Repertory Theater (A.R.T.) is pleased to present Best of Both Worlds, a new musical for the whole family.

Athens Theatre Presents THE LETTERMEN 11/29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 11, 2009

The one change Tony Butala, original founding member of The Lettermen, would have made in the 45-plus year career of one of the most popular vocal groups in history is a surprising one. 'We chose the wrong name!' he exclaims.

McLean Community Center Hosts 'Dancing Under The Stars' 11/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 10, 2009

Dancing Under the Stars Friday, November 20 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Complimentary dance instruction by Fred Astaire Studios

Goodspeed Musicals Presents Jim Henson's EMMET OTTER, 12/5-1/3
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2009

Goodspeed Musicals, the only two time Tony Award winning theatre in the country, has announced the return of last year's hit musical production of Jim Henson's Emmet Otter. Emmet Otter will run December 5, 2009, through January 3, 2010, at the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam, Connecticut.

New Orleans Ballet Presents THANK YOU GREGORY: A Tribute To The Legends Of Tap 11/20, 11/21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 3, 2009

New Orleans Ballet Association and The NOCCA Institute present Thank You, Gregory! A Tribute to the Legends of Tap ALL PERFORMANCES ARE SOLD OUT!!!

A Month of Tributes Caps Johnny Mercer Centenial
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 2, 2009

The legendary songwriter Johnny Mercer's 100th birthday would have been November 18, 2009. Celebrations of his musical legacy, which encompassed more that 1500 songs and countless awards, continue through November with the publication of 'The Complete Lyrics of Johnny Mercer', the premiere of 'Johnny Mercer: The Dream's On Me' on TCM, all-star performances at New York's Carnegie Hall and 92nd Street Y as well as in Chicago and Savannah, and the unveiling of a life-size statue in his Savannah hometown, as well as the debut of Johnny Mercer YouTube, Facebook and Twitter pages.

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