The language of dance can communicate our most intimate thoughts and feelings and bring smiles, giggles and guffaws to lift our spirits. RDT provides the time and place for audiences of all ages to enjoy some choreography "on the lighter side."
In his 2007 book, 'River of Deception' (published by Trafford Publishing), which is getting a revived and updated marketing campaign in late 2013, William F. Thomas pens the story of a conman looking for a mark to fleece who takes a trip up the Mississippi River.
Repertory Dance Theatre (RDT) is offering a gift to the community to kick off the holiday season. The 48-year-old dance company will present LIVELY, November 22-23; a full evening of dance for all ages for only $10.
It's Saturday, and that means it's time for BroadwayWorld's 'Saturday Intermission Pics' roundup. Today's photos come from the casts of HONEYMOON IN VEGAS at Paper Mill, THE MOST HAPPY FELLA at Goodspeed, the WE WILL ROCK YOU, EVITA and THE ADDAMS FAMILY national tours, TOP HAT in the West End, THE JUNGLE BOOK at Huntington, BLUEBIRD OF HAPPINESS in Manila, Philippines and more!
There is an interesting phenomenon affecting the junior citizens of the South Jersey and Philadelphia. They symptoms of this are start out as guttural, tonal gasps of air, these particular, youthful gasps crescendo into bright and jolly giggles. The last of these symptoms is the full and gleeful dilation of the child's pupils. If this is the case for your child, then you are most likely attending a story being told by Ritzy the Wolf at the Ritz Theatre Company in Haddon Township, New Jersey.
After being closed for what feels like an eternity due to intense damage from Hurricane Katrina, the historic Saenger Theater is once again opening its doors to the greatest city on Earth.
This was the first time I had been to Liquid Laughs for any event. It was a nice place with a cozy stage, fit for comedians. The food was good and respectively priced. We ordered an appetizer fit for two, but if you wanted more to eat they would bring a menu from the restaurant next door, Solid Grill & Bar.
The name has changed, but the mission remains the same: entertaining, educating and illuminating. As always, Park City Institute (formerly known as Park City Performing Arts Foundation) serves up a smorgasbord of eclectic, electrifying, awe-inspiring and internationally acclaimed dancers, musicians, family entertainers, speakers, actors and full throttle performance troupes. Park City Institute presents its 17th season at The George S. and Dolores Dore Eccles Center for the Performing Arts from October through May. Tickets and season punch cards are currently on sale.
There is an interesting phenomenon affecting the junior citizens of the South Jersey and Philadelphia. They symptoms of this are start out as guttural, tonal gasps of air, these particular, youthful gasps crescendo into bright and jolly giggles. The last of these symptoms is the full and gleeful dilation of the child's pupils. If this is the case for your child, then you are most likely attending a story being told by Ritzy the Wolf at the Ritz Theatre Company in Haddon Township, New Jersey.
ILLUSIVE starts off as a nifty novelty show, but soon develops into a literally jaw-dropping experience.
This week at Joe's Pub, Sept. 23-29, features ALBUM OF THE MONTH CLUB: RAY CHARLES BIRTHDAY BASH, SANDRA ST. VICTOR, GRANDMOTHERS OF INVENTION, THEO BLECKMANN: SONGS IN KEY OF D, JOSH ROUSE, REBELLUM CD RELEASE, JUSTIN VIVIAN BOND, KENYON PHILLIPS & THE LADIES IN WAITING, and STORIES I WANT TO TELL YOU IN PERSON.
When you go to Steven Zunich's LinkedIn page, this is the most recent post: "Second City Trained Actor, Steven Zunich is teaching Improv in Boise as a means to improve acting performance, getting to the truth in comedy and developing first rate original written comedy material."
Bayou City Concert Musicals (BCCM) is kicking off their series of neglected 50s musicals with THE PAJAMA GAME, featuring Music and Lyrics by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross and a Book by George Abbott and Richard Bissell. The beloved romantic comedy is based on Richard Bissell's novel 7½ Cents. In the show, the factory workers at Sleep-Tite Pajamas are fighting for a 7½ cent per hour raise. In the midst of this, Babe Williams, the grievance committee head, and Sid, the handsome new factory superintendent, fall in love. THE PAJAMA GAME took New York City by storm when it premiered in 1954 and ran for 1,063 performances in its original run. It spawned a successful film adaption in 1957, had a failed Broadway revival in 1973, and found success again with a 2006 Broadway revival. Additionally, the BCCM production is the first professional production of the beloved musical in Houston in about 40 years.
In a rare moment of profoundness and introspection, Groucho Marx once said, "I, not events, have the power to make me happy or unhappy today. I can choose what it shall be. Yesterday is dead, tomorrow hasn't arrived yet. I have just one day, today, and I'm going to be happy in it." I'm sure Groucho would be pleased to know that a handful of artists in Austin are choosing to spread happiness and joy with Eggheads, a valentine to the Marx Brothers and their antics. Anyone who loves 1930s screwball comedies is sure to love this show.
From the opening number, this show envelopes you in a glittery hug with its energy and will have you dancing in the aisles by the end!
Joseph Kesselring wrote ARSENIC AND OLD LACE in 1939, and the darkly comic play premiered on Broadway on January 10, 1941 at the Fulton Theatre, now named the Helen Hayes Theatre. Brooks Atkinson, theatre critic for The New York Times, famously stated that the play was "so funny that none of us will ever forget it." Eventually, ARSENIC AND OLD LACE moved to the Hudson Theatre, and closed on June 17, 1944, after having played 1,444 performances. The zany, madcap comedy is considered to be Joseph Kesselring's most successful play and is one that still manages to captivate audiences today. A.D. Player's current production of the classic, well directed by Joey Watkins to pop with delightful enthusiasm and energy, proves that the roughly 74-year-old play is as funny as ever.
This week at Joe's Pub at the Public, August 19-25, will feature FRANCINE REED, LATRELL LIVE TONIGHT, KAYLYN MARIE / SIMON PYLES, TATIANA EVA-MARIE AND THE AVALON JAZZ BAND, TRIBUTE TO LES PAUL, GABRIEL RIOS, BROMANCE IN CONCERT, NIKKA GRAFF LANZARONE, THE LOOKING, FRANK BANG & THE SECRET STASH, THE TEKTONIC BY DANA LEONG, ECHOES OF ETTA, KENNY BRAWNER IS RAY CHARLES, and OUR LADY J.
One of Australia's most loved and recognisable stand up comedy characters, Heath Franklin's Chopper, will headline a week of local gigs thanks to www.adelaidecomedy.com
Actor, Comedian and Writer Emma Packer will present her brand new comedy show 'The Emma Packer Show' at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival, playing at Mood Night Club from tonight 14 August to Saturday 24 August 2013 as part of Edinburgh's Free Fringe Festival 2013. Full listings below.
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