Hayden News

Following their debut single 'At All' clocking almost 2 million plays, The Tapes share new single 'You Know It's Real' after premiering this week on triple j.

Bay City Players announces the cast for The Jungle Book by Joseph Robinette, based on the book by Rudyard Kipling.

Known for staging 'the ultimate in intimate productions' (The New York Times), On Site Opera (OSO) announces the world premiere of Rhoda and the Fossil Hunt, a new site-specific opera for family audiences with music by John Musto and libretto by Eric Einhorn.

imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival is pleased to announce the film and video works that will be presented as part of the 17th Annual Festival, October 19-23, 2016 in Toronto.

The winners of the First Annual Berkshire Theatre Awards have been announced. Seventeen arts journalists voted on 120 nominees in 25 categories chosen from artists in the 75 live theatre productions mounted in Berkshire County and adjacent areas between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016.

Young People's theatre (YPT) is thrilled to present the Roseneath Theatre production of Spirit Horse, a Native American adaptation by Drew Hayden Taylor from the Irish play 'Tir Na N'Og' by Greg Banks. Presented on the Mainstage from October 18 to 28, Spirit Horse is a powerful story that chronicles an incredible adventure involving two Indigenous children whose family is caught between traditional ways and contemporary urban culture.

The critically acclaimed family drama, THE FOSTERS returns with new episodes on TUESDAY, JANUARY 31 at 8:00 p.m. EST.

Hello Broadway World! I'm am finally back for another blog after a long summer of theatre withdrawals. I have been so busy since the beginning of school, with college applications, homework, and just senior year in general. However, now that the applications are in, and my Broadway series tickets have begun, I went and saw Rodger's and Hammerstein's Cinderella Saturday night. It was the national touring cast, and the roles were casted perfectly. It encompassed the spirit of the original Cinderella story while also adding in some comic relief. Tatyana Lubov and Hayden Stanes shined as Cinderella and Prince Topher. It was very interesting to see that Rodger and Hammerstein decided to have one of the step sisters,Gabrielle played by Mimi Robinson, become Cinderella's friends rather than having them both be against her. Although that was the case, the other step sister, Charlotte played by Joanna Johnson, stole the show with her comedy and her Stepsister's Lament. Chris Woods also had the audience's attention with his great performance as Jean-Michel. The Fairy Godmother, Leslie Jackson, had a beautiful voice, which was showcased in "There's Music In You". The dancers were the highlight of the show for me. The choreography and the costumes took the show to a whole new level and made the props and scenery come to life. At some points I found myself watching the dancers more than the actual story because they had been trained so well. I had been in a school production of Rodger's and Hammerstein's Cinderella and it is interesting to see the huge differences between the actual Broadway musical script and the teen version. Also, there is nothing like going to a show at night. You can feel the excitement throughout the lobby and in the audience. Everybody is dressed up and ready to see the show. That's the magic of theatre.

Kennesaw State University opens their two-week run of A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE to share a story of community and acceptance.

Charles Xavier, aka 'The Xman,' is a visionary producer, composer, electronic musician and percussionist based in the San Francisco Bay Area. With a work ethic matched only by his creative madness, Xavier is releasing his sixth full-length album, Happy Note Records Sampler 2016, on October 14, 2016.

"Thrones! The Musical Parody" and Apollo Theater Chicago (2540 N. Lincoln Ave.) announce the second extension for the Chicago premiere of the hit musical, now playing through January 15, 2017. Written and produced by the creative team behind "Baby Wants Candy" and "50 Shades! The Musical Parody," the sell-out show from Scotland begins as a group of friends gather for the season finale of "Game of Thrones," when they soon realize that one friend has never seen television show. Recounting plot highlights throughout all six seasons-including over 40 characters and 21 original songs-the production is a "hilarious ride that never slows down" (BuzzNews Chicago), detailing the highs and lows of the hit HBO series. Tickets ($36 - $59) for the extension go on sale Friday, October 14 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased at the Apollo Theater Box Office by calling 773.935.6100 or visiting Ticketmaster.com.

"Thrones! The Musical Parody" and Apollo Theater Chicago (2540 N. Lincoln Ave.) announce the second extension for the Chicago premiere of the hit musical, now playing through January 15, 2017.

Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, MA, under the leadership of Artistic Director JuliAnne Boyd and Managing Director TriStan Wilson, will host its annual New York City Benefit, BSC In NYC, tonight, October 13, 2016, to celebrate the acclaimed BSC Musical Theatre Lab and honor its co-founder and Artistic Producer William Finn.

In the last twelve months, more than 300,000 people attended a live theatre production in or around Berkshire County. With 75 stage productions employing hundreds of professionals, making theatre is an important cog in the area's cultural economy. In fact, many consider the region a hot spot for Broadway bound shows, and a popular summer destination for theatre-goers from around the nation.

The Orpheum Theatre Group is proud to present Glitter & Gold - the 38th Annual Auction on Saturday, November 5th at 6:30 PM. This special event is the Orpheum's largest fundraiser of the year, and proceeds benefit the Orpheum Theatre Group's community and education programming.

The national tour of the Tony Award-winning musical Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA welcomes Tatyana Lubov, stepping into the glass slippers in the title role of Cinderella, and Hayden Stanes plays the role of Prince Topher, Cinderella's dashing love interest. Click below to watch highlights of the new touring company onstage!

The national tour of the Tony Award-winning musical Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA welcomes Tatyana Lubov, stepping into the glass slippers in the title role of Cinderella, and Hayden Stanes plays the role of Prince Topher, Cinderella's dashing love interest. BroadwayWorld has an enchanting first look at the new touring company in action below!

Today's big news: Christine Ebersole brings AFTER THE BALL to Cafe Carlyle, THE CLEARING opens Off-Broadway, and the company of RANCHO VIEJO meets the press, so stay tuned for coverage!

David Sanborn has released 24 albums, won six Grammy® Awards, and has had eight gold albums and one platinum album. Having inspired countless other musicians, Sanborn has worked in many genres which typically blend instrumental pop, R&B and lately, more and more traditional jazz. He released his first solo album Taking Offin 1975, but has been playing the saxophone since before he was in high school. 

MusicaNova Orchestra presents the second in its series of free community concerts as the Sonoran Marimba Band takes the stage Sunday, October 9 from 3:00 to 4:30 PM at Scottsdale Presbyterian Church, at the corner of Hayden and Osborn Roads.  Admission is free, and donations to support the series will be accepted.