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Connecticut Ballet Artistic Director Brett Raphael has revealed a list of guest stars for the company's 41st annual production of The Nutcracker. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Bursting with powerful, beautifully-rendered musical performances and emotionally-stirring characterizations from a terrific ensemble cast, Chance Theater's incredible-sounding, fiercely-acted, deeply searing new production of SPRING AWAKENING is, according to this critic, one of the best, most satisfying productions of this musical I have seen in a while. With characters you care for and a stunning score that stays with you, the show remains a favorite. And, most of all, the show still f**king rocks.

Chance Theater has released photos of its production of Spring Awakening. Directed by Jocelyn A. Brown, Spring Awakening is based on Frank Wedekind’s groundbreaking play Spring's Awakening. 

Connecticut Ballet, under the artistic direction of Brett Raphael, announced the celebrated guests artists who will appear in the company's 40th anniversary production of its holiday blockbuster, Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. 

Discover the return of four beloved classics to the big screen with SEARCHLIGHT SATURDAYS at the El Capitan Theatre. Enjoy iconic favorites in a unique theatrical experience for “Napoleon Dynamite” on March 23, “The Grand Budapest Hotel” on March 30, “Sideways” on April 6 and “Little Miss Sunshine” on April 13.

Tchaikovsky's classic The Nutcracker isn't just a holiday tradition for the Philadelphia Ballet, but a chance to show off the depth the company has from the staging by Artistic Director Angel Corella all the way to the intricate and elaborate costume designs of Judanna Lynn. The sets are rich and captivating and tell the story of Clara and her Prince in a way that always engages youthful audiences creating memories that last a lifetime.

Connecticut Ballet, under the artistic direction of Brett Raphael, announced today seven acclaimed guest stars for the 2023 Stamford and Hartford engagements of its beloved holiday blockbuster, Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. 

In the skilled and creative hands of Titusville Playhouse, INTO THE WOODS is fresh and fantastic – with all the familiar elements, yes – but with a current sensibility and a unique aesthetic that made me feel like I was seeing this show for the first time again.

Connecticut Ballet, under the artistic direction of Brett Raphael, announced the star-studded lineup of guest artists the Hartford and Stamford engagements of its holiday blockbuster, Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker. 

Team Zenko Go voice cast includes Nakai Takawira as “Niah,' Hartley Bernier as “Ari,' Dominic Mariche as “Jax,' Penelope Good as “Ellie,' D'arcy Han as “Auntie Yuki,' and Tabitha St. Germain as “Ponzu.' Watch the new trailer for the Netflix animated series now!

Dragon Rescue Riders: Heroes of the Sky is the next chapter following the adventures of viking twins Dak and Leyla, who were rescued and raised by dragons, growing up learning to speak their language. Watch the new trailer now!

Pennsylvania Ballet's Artistic Director Angel Corella announced today the addition of six dancers to the company, including two newcomers and four former Pennsylvania Ballet II (PBII) dancers. The company also welcomed new PBII dancers and announced a batch of promotions in preparation for the upcoming season.

 In a commitment to deliver high quality, age-appropriate content for kids ages 2-6 everywhere, Netflix today announced seven original preschool series from some of the industry's most respected and prolific creators. Netflix's preschool slate is produced by creators from all over the world, designed for diverse audiences, and inclusive of a wide range of genres and formats - from educational to nonverbal comedies, and with many options in between.

Multiple award-winning Sideways author, Rex Pickett, has formed a joint venture with EFG-Renascence Productions to develop a Broadway musical based on his hit film, as well as utilize the intellectual property across multiple media platforms and brand extensions, it was jointly announced today by EFG-Renascence founder, Solomon J. LeFlore (Straight Outta Compton, Bringing It Home with Laura McIntosh on PBS), and his partner Susan Gee.  Released in 2004, the Alexander Payne-directed Sideways garnered over 350 awards, including the Academy Award for 'Best Adapted Screenplay', two Golden Globes for 'Best Picture' and 'Best Screenplay', and a record six Independent Spirit Awards, and has grossed over $500 million worldwide. 

Pennsylvania Ballet has announced the promotion of 10 dancers for the 2018-2019 season. Corps de Ballet members Aleksey Babayev, Albert Gordon, Yuka Iseda, Zecheng Liang, Nayara Lopes, and Jack Thomas have been promoted to Soloists. Apprentices Sydney Dolan, Federico D'Ortenzi, and Erin O'Dea have been promoted to Corps de Ballet. From Pennsylvania Ballet II, Flavia Morante joins the Company as an Apprentice.

When FringeNYC announced in fall 2016 that it would take a year off, some wondered if it would come back. After all, since the festival began in 1997, many others have sprung up around the city. Was there really a need for it? FringeNYC producer The Present Company believes there is.

SiriusXM announced today that Nora En Pure, South African-Swiss producer and DJ, will host a new weekly music show, Purified, on SiriusXM's Chill channel. Purified will feature Nora En Pure playing music ranging from indie dance to nu disco and deep house.

French melodic house pioneer Klingande is back with another highly anticipated production, 'Pumped Up', a vibrant reworking of Foster The People's 2010 'Pumped Up Kicks.'

For its ninth edition, New York City's largest electronic music festival and longest-running music event-- ELECTRIC ZOO: THE 6th BORO--is gearing up for something special upon its day by day line-up.

After an 18-month hiatus Crooked Colours returned to the spotlight last month with 'Flow', a smooth indie-house jam taken from their forthcoming debut album. Rounding off the single release is a three-track remix package, released via Sweat It Out.