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New Season of AMERICAN IDOL Kicks Off With Star-Studded Premiere Week
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 14, 2019


Last summer, the "American Idol" bus visited 24 cities across the nation in search of a superstar. As previously announced, viewers at home will be able to follow the inspiring journey starting SUNDAY, MARCH  3 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EST), on The ABC Television Network, when the first crop of Idol hopefuls audition for their shot at a ticket to Hollywood. The cross-country audition tour will move forward with an all-new episode on WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST), rounding out a talent-filled premiere week. New episodes will continue on Sunday, starting MARCH 10 (8:00-10:01 p.m. EDT), and adds Mondays for five consecutive weeks, starting MARCH 18 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EDT).

Little Big Town To Host MusiCares Dolly Parton Tribute
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 6, 2019


Multi-GRAMMY®-winning artists and current GRAMMY nominees Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Phillip Sweet, and Jimi Westbrook of Little Big Town have been announced as hosts of the 2019 MusiCares®Person of the Year tribute concert honoring Dolly Parton on Feb. 8. GRAMMY winner Yolanda Adams, current GRAMMY nominee Jon Batiste, past GRAMMY nominee Cam, current GRAMMY nominee Brandi Carlile, GRAMMY winner Jennifer Nettles, and current GRAMMY nominee Margo Price will join the performance lineup at the star-studded annual fundraiser for MusiCares, the signature health and human services charity founded by the Recording Academy. Previously announced performers include Leon Bridges, Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood, Miley Cyrus, Lauren Daigle, Vince Gill, Don Henley, Norah Jones, Shawn Mendes, Kacey Musgraves, Willie Nelson, Katy Perry, Linda Perry, P!NK, Mark Ronson, Mavis Staples, and Chris Stapleton. GRAMMY winner Dolly Partonwill close the evening's performances. Greg Phillinganes will be the musical director.

JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE! Heads to Las Vegas in April
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 5, 2019


For the first time, ABC's “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” will head to Las Vegas, Nevada, to shoot five original shows starting MONDAY, APRIL 1.

ABC Announces Music-Themed Episodes of AMERICAN HOUSEWIFE
by Kaitlin Milligan - Feb 5, 2019


“American Housewife” will air two special music-themed episodes this spring. The “American Idol” episode, airing TUESDAY, MARCH 19 (8:00-8:30 p.m. EDT), includes special appearances by music industry forces and the superstar judges of ABC's “American Idol,” Luke Bryan, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie, along with Emmy® Award-winning host and producer Ryan Seacrest. The episode follows Taylor's (Meg Donnelly) dream of becoming a musical superstar. Katie (Katy Mixon) and Greg (Diedrich Bader) are skeptical when Taylor announces she will use her college fund to travel to Los Angeles, audition for “American Idol,” wow the judges and become an overnight sensation; but Taylor's passion is undeniable.

ESPECIAL SAN VALENTÍN: Conoce un poco más de cerca a los protagonistas de la nueva West Side Story
by Pablo Escudero Chamorro - Feb 7, 2019


Desde hace ya un tiempo sabemos que Steven Spielberg esta inmerso en un remake de West Side Story. Hoy nos adentramos un poco mas en la eleccion de los nuevos Tony y Maria para conocer de cerca a la pareja encargada de volver entonar la mitica 'Tonight'.

Robin Schulz Remixes Emin's New Single LET ME GO
by Tori Hartshorn - Jan 25, 2019


Revered DJ/producer Robin Schulz collaborates with pop sensation Emin to deliver a vibrant version of'Let Me Go'. The single which is written by Emin, Milo Rosas, Moritz von Kraemer, and Jonathan Philipponnat is set to drop Friday 25th January on Sony/ATV Music & Kobalt Music. The remix combines tropical tones with a subtle bass, fusing pop and electronic styles to create a fresh club floor-filler.

The Rat Pack Of Opera Head To Theatre Royal Winchester
by Stephi Wild - Jan 25, 2019


The number one selling operatic trio Tenors Un Limited, the 'Rat Pack of Opera', head to Theatre Royal Winchester on Sunday 10 February as part of their 15th anniversary tour.

JAG Productions Shines Spotlight On Black Female Playwrights In 3rd Annual JAGfest
by Stephi Wild - Jan 20, 2019


Every February for the past two years, JAG Productions has invited African-American theatre artists to spend a week in White River Junction, Vermont to further the development of a new play or solo performance. Over the course of the one-week residency, three-five projects receive an intensive workshop, constructive feedback, and a staged reading for the public at Briggs Opera House!

ANKA SINGS SINATRA! Paul Anka Returns To McCallum To Celebrate Sinatra
by David Green - Jan 10, 2019


The McCallum Theatre presents Paul Anka and "Anka Sings Sinatra" for two performances. The Thursday, January 31, performance at 8:00pm is presented through the generosity of Paul and Carol Hill. The Friday, February 1, performance at 8:00pm is presented through the generosity of Henry and Carol Levy and Ron and Aviva Snow. A note from Paul: "The Anka Sings Sinatra tour will honor a great artist who has influenced me more than anyone else throughout my career, Frank Sinatra. It will also feature the hits that have spanned my career on this 60th anniversary year. It will be a night filled with his songs, my songs, my way!"

Parr Hall Announces SOUL LEGENDS and FRANKLY ARETHA
by Julie Musbach - Jan 7, 2019


Two nights of sensational soul is heading to Parr Hall in September as Frankly Aretha and Soul Legends grace the stage.

Giorgio's Makes It's Palm Springs Debut at Palm Springs Film Festival Today
by BWW News Desk - Jan 3, 2019


Giorgio's, A Modern Discotheque the legendary Hollywood nightclub will make it's desert debut today, January 3 @ 10:00pm, during the annual kick off for the Palm Springs Film Festival at the iconic MR. LYONS (233 East Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262).

Giorgio's Makes It's Palm Springs Debut at Palm Springs Film Festival Thursday 1/3
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 27, 2018


Giorgio's, A Modern Discotheque the legendary Hollywood nightclub will make it's desert debut on Thursday, January 3 @ 10:00pm, during the annual kick off for the Palm Springs Film Festival at the iconic MR. LYONS (233 East Palm Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92262).

Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood, Miley Cyrus, and Katy Perry to Perform At 2019 MusiCares Person Of The Year
by Kaitlin Milligan - Dec 18, 2018


GRAMMY® winners Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood; and past GRAMMY nominees Miley Cyrus and Katy Perry will join the performance lineup at the 2019 MusiCares® Person of the Year tribute concert honoring Dolly Parton on Feb. 8. Previously announced performers include Leon Bridges, Lauren Daigle, Vince Gill, Don Henley, Norah Jones, Shawn Mendes, Kacey Musgraves, Willie Nelson, Linda Perry, P!nk, Mark Ronson, Mavis Staples, and Chris Stapleton. GRAMMY winner Dolly Parton will close the evening's performances. Greg Phillinganes will be the musical director. More guest performers will be announced shortly.

BWW Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST - A CHRISTMAS ROSE Panto Delights at Laguna Playhouse
by Michael Quintos - Dec 13, 2018


The cheeky PG-rated fun of British Panto, courtesy of Lythgoe Family Productions, returns for more holiday silliness at Orange County's Laguna Playhouse, this time with BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: A CHRISTMAS ROSE, which continues through December 30, 2018 in Laguna Beach under the direction of Sheldon Epps. Fun, light-hearted, and a much-needed far-from-serious break from reality, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: A CHRISTMAS ROSE is wonderful family treat the whole family can enjoy for the holiday season.

Kacey Musgraves, Willie Nelson, and More Join Grammys' Dolly Parton Tribute
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 29, 2018


GRAMMY® winners Vince Gill, Don Henley, Kacey Musgraves, Willie Nelson, and Mavis Staples; and GRAMMY nominee Linda Perry will join the performance lineup at the 2019 MusiCares® Person of the Year tribute concert honoring Dolly Parton on Feb. 8. Previously announced performers include Leon Bridges, Lauren Daigle, Norah Jones, Shawn Mendes, P!nk, Mark Ronson, and Chris Stapleton. GRAMMY winner Dolly Parton will close the evening's performances. Greg Phillinganes will be the musical director. More guest performers will be announced shortly.

Norah Jones, P!nk, Chris Stapleton to Perform at MUSICARES PERSON OF THE YEAR Honoring Dolly Parton
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 20, 2018


GRAMMY® winners Norah Jones, P!nk, Mark  Ronson, and Chris Stapleton; GRAMMY nominees Leon Bridges and Lauren Daigle; and singer/songwriter Shawn Mendes will perform at the 2019 MusiCares® Person of the Year tribute concert honoring Dolly Parton on Feb. 8. GRAMMY winner Parton will close the evening's performances. GRAMMY-nominated musician Greg Phillinganes will be the evening's musical director. More guest performers will be announced shortly.

WYO Theater to Welcome The Ten Tenors
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 15, 2018


The TEN Tenors, one of Australia's most famous musical exports, return to the WYO Theater on Saturday, December 8 at 7:30pm to perform repertoire from their hit album Our Christmas Wish.  Opening the evening will be a 15 person local choir directed by Suzie Schatz-Hills.  Selections from the Ten Tenors include traditional standards such as 'Joy to the World' and 'O Holy Night,' as well as John Lennon and Yoko Ono's 'Happy Xmas (War Is Over),' 'Feliz Navidad' by Jose Feliciano, 'White Christmas' by Irving Berlin, and Mariah Carey's 'All I Want For Christmas Is You.'  

Kenny Chesney, Thomas Rhett Announced as Early Winners for the CMA Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 14, 2018


Winners in the Musical Event of the Year and Music Video of the Year categories for "The 52nd Annual CMA Awards" were revealed live on 'Good Morning America' this morning. See the big reveal below! Kenny Chesney and David Lee Murphy won Musical Event of the Year for "Everything's Gonna Be Alright." Music Video of the Year went to Thomas Rhett and director TK McKamy for "Marry Me." "Good Morning America's" Lara Spencer has also been added as a presenter for Country Music's Biggest Night, hosted for the 11th consecutive year by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, and airing live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville tonight at 8:00 PM/ET (7:00 PM/CT) on the ABC Television Network.

Ashley Gorley Named ASCAP Country Music Songwriter of the Year
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 13, 2018


The stars of country music gathered for the 56 th annual American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) Country Music Awards on Monday, November 12, at the Renaissance Hotel in downtown Nashville. The writers and publishers of country music's most-performed songs of the past year were honored before an invitation-only audience of notable Nashville songwriters, top country artists and music industry leaders.

Citi / AAdvantage Presents Luke Bryan At Hammerstein Ballroom
by Kaitlin Milligan - Nov 13, 2018


Four-time Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan will be performing an intimate show exclusively for Citi / AAdvantage cardmembers on Monday, December 3 at the Hammerstein Ballroom in NYC. 

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