The cast of Let It Be took a break from rehearsals in London this morning (Wednesday 8 August) to become Day Trippers on a Magical Mystery Tour to recreate one of The Beatles' most iconic images.
Shakespeare's Globe has announced full casting for Matt Hartley's new play Eyam, directed by Adele Thomas, opening in The Globe on Saturday 15 September. When the plague arrives surprisingly in the Derbyshire village of Eyam in 1665, the community face a moral dilemma. They must decide whether to flee and risk spreading the vicious disease, or stay, protect others from the risk, and face the potential of their own slow and painful death.
On my knees I beg you to turn away from the paths of violence and return to the ways of peace". Spoken by the late John Paul II, September 29, 1979, at Drogheda, Ireland in front of a quarter million people, these words changed the course of history and effectively propelled the Irish forward on their path toward peace. This is the compelling claim at the heart of a new feature-length documentary, John Paul II in Ireland: A Plea for Peace, that premieres this summer on public television across the United States.
Berkshire Theatre Group and Artistic Director/CEO Kate Maguire have announced additions to the 2018 fall and winter seasons.
The countdown is on until Let It Be opens in Cardiff in three weeks, when fans will be able to see the new show in the UK and Ireland for the very first time.
MOKB Presents today released the official schedule for the Holler On The Hill Festival and also announced the addition of Anders Osborne, Caamp, Katie Pruitt, Ruby Boots and William Matheny to the lineup for the inaugural event that is set to take place this September 22 and 23 at historic Garfield Park in Indianapolis.
Saint Michael's Playhouse announces the August 1 opening of Philip King's classic British farce See How They Run. 'In times like these we can all use a couple hours of non-stop laughter and See How They Run offers exactly that. Audience members laugh heartily from beginning to end at the hilarious hijinks and madcap mayhem of this perfectly written British farce,' said Chuck Tobin, Producing Artistic Director, Saint Michael's Playhouse. This is the grand finale of our 71st season,' Tobin continued, 'and it's British comedy at its finest.' Opening Wednesday August 1, 2018, evening performances are August 1 - 4, 7 - 11 (8pm), with matinee performances August 4 and 11 (2pm).
What good is sitting alone in your room this week? If you don't already have plans to see a Broadway show, come out to see your favorite Broadway stars in a cabaret act instead. Highlights this week include:
Let It Be: A Celebration Of The Music Of The Beatles returns to the UK for a national tour starting in Summer 2018.
This summer, the funky Donnie Fritts returns with June: a personal and emotional tribute to his best friend, the late, great Muscle Shoals R&B legend Arthur Alexander. The album was produced by John Paul White and Ben Tanner and was recorded in the evenings at the original location of Muscle Shoals Sound Studio. The album will be released worldwide on August 31 and locally in Florence, AL with a special album release show at 116 E. Mobile on July 27.
The nonprofit AT&T Performing Arts Center is pleased to announce that tickets for Cry Havoc Theater Company are on sale now! Cry Havoc Theater Company is part of the 2017/2018 ELEVATOR PROJECT season which features the work of small and emerging arts groups performing on the Center's campus in the Dallas Arts District. The Elevator Project's season features productions from eight Dallas-based performing arts companies.
Victoria Theatre Association announces a special farewell event in honor of retiring VTA President and CEO Ken Neufeld and his wife, Lesley. A Midsummer Soiree will feature wine, food and special live music from Grammy Award-winning musician John Paul White on Sunday, July 22 from 6-9 p.m., in the Wintergarden and on the James H. McGee Plaza of the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center.
What's the buzz? Tap your toes and be enchanted by crowd favorite rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar, playing under the stars at Kit Carson Amphitheater from June 15 through 30. The first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice to be produced for the professional stage, Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 40 years. A timeless work, the rock opera is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally-known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot. Loosely based on the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, Superstar follows the last week of Jesus Christ's life. The story, told entirely through song, explores the personal relationships and struggles between Jesus, Judas, Mary Magdalene, his disciples, his followers and the Roman Empire.
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Beatles' Yellow Submarine, the Drexel Theatre will present a special screening of the classic 1968 animated feature film on July 12. Now restored in full 4K digital resolution, this timeless icon of psychedelic pop culture combined the pioneering animation techniques of the time with dazzling visual invention, witty dialogue, and of course, glorious music, including "Eleanor Rigby," "When I'm Sixty-Four," "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds," "All You Need Is Love," and "It's All Too Much.'
MOKB Presents has announced details and the lineup for the inaugural two-day music event Holler On The Hill that is set to take place on Saturday and Sunday, September 22-23 in Indianapolis at historic Garfield Park. The event will feature headlining performances by critically acclaimed six-piece soul outfit St. Paul & The Broken Bones and emerging indie-rock band Moon Taxi plus over 30 national, regional, and local performers. Tickets to the two-day music gathering are on sale now at holleronthehill.com.
MOKB Presents has announced details and the lineup for the inaugural two-day music event Holler On The Hill that is set to take place on Saturday and Sunday, September 22-23 in Indianapolis at historic Garfield Park. The event will feature headlining performances by critically acclaimed six-piece soul outfit St. Paul & The Broken Bones and emerging indie-rock band Moon Taxi plus over 30 national, regional, and local performers. Tickets to the two-day music gathering are on sale now at holleronthehill.com.
MOKB Presents has announced details and the lineup for the inaugural two-day music event Holler On The Hill that is set to take place on Saturdayand Sunday, September 22-23 in Indianapolis at historic Garfield Park. The event will feature headlining performances by critically acclaimed six-piece soul outfit St. Paul & The Broken Bones and emerging indie-rock band Moon Taxi plus over 30 national, regional, and local performers. Tickets to the two-day music gathering are on sale now at holleronthehill.com.
Led Zeppelin Masters, the all-Australian production featuring Adelaide's Zep Boys and the 36 piece The Black Dog Orchestra, have announced a major European tour for 2019. The Tour includes for the first time 8 dates in mainland Europe in March ahead of 10 April dates in the UK commencing in Liverpool's Philharmonic on 2 April 2019, and concluding at London's Eventim Apollo on 14 April. The tour marks 50 years since the release of Led Zeppelin's self-titled debut album and its follow-up, Led Zeppelin II.
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