Grace Anne News

Former Governor Deval Patrick of Massachusetts, journalist Ted Koppel, invited dignitaries, and special guests came together for a stirring public reading of one of the most potent and influential documents in history. They read the Declaration of Independence at the annual Shakespeare & Company All-American Independence Day Celebration.   

THE COLOR PURPLE's Antoine L. Smith, along with ON YOUR FEET cast members Doreen Montalvo & Jennifer Sanchez will perform in the Broadway Artists & Friends Open Mic & Mingle on Monday April 11th at 7pm at the Laurie Beechman Theatre. They will be joined by Megan Lewis (IF/THEN, SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK, GREY GARDENS), Ian Knauer (DAMES AT SEA, MAMMA MIA!, BY JEEVES, STATE FAIR), D'Vorah Bailey (CANDIDE), Monette McKay (SPIDER-MAN: TURN OFF THE DARK, MEMPHIS, MAMMA MIA), J.L. Williams (FELA!) as well as selected up and comers (listed below).

Wow, what a week?!?! Every day is so incredibly full and, as we like to say, EPIC, here in Sonoma. Last week was so beautiful. We had amazing shows, community outreach projects, artistic Salons, community open-mic events, family visiting, and overall THE BEST WEEK EVER!!! The week started with family in town. My folks got to experience their first Transcendence shows at Jack London State Park and were completely speechless at the end of them. They have been traveling around the world watching me perform my entire life... everywhere from summer fun in Germany to the freezing wintry temperatures of Moscow to multiple visits to Broadway and off-Broadway shows in New York to dozens of cities around our beautiful country, but this was their favorite experience of them all. What makes it different? The gathering of community in one magical space to share an experience TOGETHER before and during the show and the energy that comes from a group of people leaping and singing to unbelievable heights being inspired by the same mission while living completely in their own unique purposes TOGETHER and the undeniable feeling that comes from that being shared with your heart in those ruins under that canopy of stars. Special beyond words! 

10th ANNIVERSARY SEASON GALA. Founder and Artistic Director Frank Galvez has announced the 10th Anniversary Gala Performance of Galmont Ballet that he describes as fearless artistry, style and entertain- ment, tonight, October 19, 7:30 pm at the King Center for the Performing Arts in Melbourne. The pro- gram embodies a look back at the Company's significant accomplishments and a vision forward to the kind of dynamic, witty, diverse and relevant dance that has held it at the forefront of Brevard area performing arts for a decade.

0th ANNIVERSARY SEASON GALA. Founder and Artistic Director Frank Galvez has announced the 10th Anniversary Gala Performance of Galmont Ballet that he describes as fearless artistry, style and entertain- ment, on Saturday October 19, 7:30 pm at the King Center for the Performing Arts in Melbourne. The pro- gram embodies a look back at the Company's significant accomplishments and a vision forward to the kind of dynamic, witty, diverse and relevant dance that has held it at the forefront of Brevard area performing arts for a decade.

NBC News today announced that Ted Koppel, the legendary and highly respected broadcast journalist, has joined 'Rock Center with Brian Williams' as a special correspondent. Koppel will bring his award-winning reporting to the new broadcast, led by Brian Williams, and premiering on Monday, October 31 at 10pm. The announcement was made today by Steve Capus, President of NBC News.

Get ready to dance in the aisles as Footloose explodes onto the stage with classic 80s anthems including 'Holding Out For a Hero,' 'Almost Paradise,' 'Let's Hear It For the Boy,' and 'Footloose.' Life in small-town Beaumont is peaceful until city boy Ren arrives.

Get ready to dance in the aisles as Footloose explodes onto the stage with classic 80s anthems including 'Holding Out For a Hero,' 'Almost Paradise,' 'Let's Hear It For the Boy,' and 'Footloose.' Life in small-town Beaumont is peaceful until city boy Ren arrives.

Get ready to dance in the aisles as Footloose explodes onto the stage with classic 80s anthems including 'Holding Out For a Hero,' 'Almost Paradise,' 'Let's Hear It For the Boy,' and 'Footloose.' Life in small-town Beaumont is peaceful until city boy Ren arrives.

Dallas-Fort Worth arts organizations and cultural instituutions participating in the metroplex-wide Foote Festival have announced festival selections and events. The Foote Festival, March 14 - May 1, 2011, will celebrate the life and work of the late, award winning, Texas playwright Horton Foote (March 14, 1916 - Marc 4, 2009).

The Ford's Theatre production of The Carpetbagger's Children by Horton Foote, will close February 13, 2011.

The Carpetbagger's Children by Horton Foote and directed by Mark Ramont runs January 21-February 13, 2011

The Ford's Theatre 2010-2011 season continues with The Carpetbagger's Children by Horton Foote, January 21-February 13, 2011.

The Ford's Theatre 2010-2011 season continues with The Carpetbagger's Children by Horton Foote, January 21-February 13, 2011.

Dallas-Fort Worth arts organizations and cultural instituutions participating in the metroplex-wide Foote Festival have announced festival selections and events. The Foote Festival, March 14 - May 1, 2011, will celebrate the life and work of the late, award winning, Texas playwright Horton Foote (March 14, 1916 - Marc 4, 2009).

Ford's Theatre Society Director Paul Tetreault announced the Theatre's 2010-2011 season, a lineup that includes a classic American romantic comedy, the return of Michael Baron's celebrated production of A Christmas Carol, a powerful family drama set in the Post-Reconstruction South, and a world premiere musical comedy.

Turn Canadian humorist/playwright Norm Foster loose on Santa Claus, his North Pole workshop, the elves and sundry other characters and you've got a sure-fire holiday hit on your hands.

Turn Canadian humorist/playwright Norm Foster loose on Santa Claus, his North Pole workshop, the elves and sundry other characters and you've got a sure-fire holiday hit on your hands.

Mark Twain's The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, adapted for the stage by Abbeville Opera House Executive Director Michael Genevie and directed by Opera House Guest Director Wendy Cox Capps, will be the second production of the 101st Winter Theatre Season in Abbeville.