The judges of the 2013 Purple Dragonfly Book Awards contest, which recognizes excellence in children's literature, have spoken. 'WILSON AND THE WHITE HOUSE PUPS' by award winning author and illustrator Susan Castriota, has won a second-place award for Historical Fiction!
"ABC World News" anchor Diane Sawyer will conduct the first television interview with Malala Yousafzai. Malala, a 15-year-old schoolgirl from Pakistan, was shot by the Taliban in October 2012 because she believed girls should have the right to go to school.
The 43rd President of the United States, George W. Bush, and former First Lady Laura Bush will speak first to 'ABC World News' anchor Diane Sawyer as they prepare for the opening and dedication of the George W. Bush Presidential Center.
The 43rd President of the United States, George W. Bush, and former First Lady Laura Bush will speak first to "ABC World News" anchor Diane Sawyer as they prepare for the opening and dedication of the George W. Bush Presidential Center.
Legendary singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder will receive the 2013 Service to America Leadership Award from the NAB Education Foundation (NABEF) for his important work as an activist, Messenger of Peace and his dedication to helping people with disabilities and children and families in need.
Shakespeare & Company's groundbreaking Shakespeare in the Courts program, which leads adjudicated young people in an exploration of Shakespeare's plays, is celebrating its 13th year. The program, which runs in both North Adams and Pittsfield, was launched in 2001 with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts, and is generously supported this year by Massachusetts Cultural Council's YouthReach Initiative; Berkshire Life, A Guardian Company; Berkshire County District Attorney's Office; The Cultural Council of Northern Berkshire; and the Charles H. Hall Foundation. Led by S&Co.'s expertly trained arts educators, Shakespeare in the Courts program is a challenging, inspiring, and often revelatory program. For media interviews and information contact Communications Director Elizabeth Aspenlieder aspenlieder@shakespeare.org OR Associate Director of Communications and Marketing Director Jason Velazquez jvelazquez@shakespeare.org.
President Harry S Truman said, "If you want a friend in Washington, get a dog". Many of our nation's leaders would obviously concur with President Truman's wisdom. "WILSON AND THE WHITE HOUSE PUPS' which sold out of its first edition, demonstrates the importance of these precious pets to many of our 44 United States Presidents, 31 of whom had dogs during their period of residency in the White House.
NBC celebrates the holidays with unprecedented access to the most famous home in America in A WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS: FIRST FAMILIES REMEMBER on Thursday, December 20 (8-9 p.m. ET).
Producing Artistic Director Carolyn Griffin has announced A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS CAROL, created by Kathy Feininger, will return to MetroStage for a third season for the holidays tonight, November 15 through December 23rd. It has been produced the past two seasons and has become a holiday tradition here at MetroStage. Prior to 2009, it had played to sold out houses at Round House Theatre in Silver Spring, Maryland, for seven consecutive years ending in 2004.
Producing Artistic Director Carolyn Griffin is pleased to announce A BROADWAY CHRISTMAS CAROL, created by Kathy Feininger, will return to MetroStage for a third season for the holidays November 15 through December 23rd. It has been produced the past two seasons and has become a holiday tradition here at MetroStage.
No home in America celebrates Christmas quite like the White House. Whether adorned with handmade ornaments or thoughtful crafts, the White House has warmly welcomed celebrities, dignitaries, and hardworking Americans who epitomize the Christmas spirit. And behind each holiday celebration is a first lady who lends her own style and grace to the festivities.
TINY KUSHNER by Tony Kushner makes its Northwest premiere at New City Theater, Sept. 20 to Oct. 6. Check out new production photos below!
TINY KUSHNER by Tony Kushner makes its Northwest premiere at New City Theater, Sept. 20 to Oct. 6. Get a first look at the production in the photos below!
The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles (SCLA), under the artistic direction of Ben Donenberg, returns after 16 years to The Japanese Garden on the grounds of the VA West Los Angeles Healthcare Center Campus with a summer production of William Shakespeare's romantic comedy "As You Like It," directed by Royal Shakespeare Company artist Kenn Sabberton - tonight, July 10 to July 29.
Last night, June 12, homeless youth working towards brighter futures got a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform with Broadway stars at Covenant House's A Night of Broadway Stars gala on the stage of Frederick P. Rose Hall, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Homeless youth working towards brighter futures will get a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform with Broadway stars at Covenant House's A Night of Broadway Stars gala tonight, June 12 on the stage of Frederick P. Rose Hall, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center. A Night of Broadway Stars starts at 6:00 pm with a cocktail reception. The show begins at 7:30 pm, followed by a dessert reception with the stars.
The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles (SCLA), under the artistic direction of Ben Donenberg, returns after 16 years to The Japanese Garden on the grounds of the VA West Los Angeles Healthcare Center Campus with a summer production of William Shakespeare's romantic comedy "As You Like It," directed by Royal Shakespeare Company artist Kenn Sabberton - July 10 to 29.
Homeless youth working towards brighter futures will get a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform with Broadway stars at Covenant House's A Night of Broadway Stars gala on Tuesday, June 12 on the stage of Frederick P. Rose Hall, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center. A Night of Broadway Stars starts at 6:00 pm with a cocktail reception. The show begins at 7:30 pm, followed by a dessert reception with the stars.
Dinner theater takes on a new dimension with Zeitgeist Stage production of Sir Alan Ayckbourn's 'Time of My Life.' A family birthday celebration kicks off a series of life-changing events that play out simultaneously in the past, present, and future.
'Tiny Kushner: An Evening of Short Plays by Tony Kushner' opens the Zeitgeist Stage Company 2011-2012 season with a tasting menu of five short plays by the prize-winning playwright. Richard Nixon's analyst and Laura Bush are just two of the amazing real life characters who transition from the headlines to the stage.
