Mark Miller News

USA Network, cable's #1 entertainment network, announced today that it will reboot THE BIGGEST LOSER, one of the most popular and longest-running unscripted franchises in television history. The 10-episode season from Endemol Shine North America, in association with Universal Television Alternative Studio, is expected to debut on USA Network in 2020.

Theatre Wesleyan's production of the Tony Award-winning musical will be performed for one weekend only, April 25-28. Tickets are now available at www.txwes.edu/theatretickets.

Broadwayworld.com had the pleasure of interviewing Chef John Mooney of Bell Book & Candle in the Greenwich Village neighborhood of NYC for our 'Chef Spotlight.'

The Bernards Inn proudly announces the addition of Todd Mark Miller as their new Executive Chef. Chef Todd Mark Miller brings forth 20+ years of prolific culinary and industry experience to The Bernards Inn's award winning restaurant and hotel. In his role as Executive Chef, he will spearhead The Inn's culinary team and oversee all aspects of the the Inn's restaurant, catering and kitchen staff. 'We are thrilled to welcome Chef Todd Mark Miller to the Bernards Inn family. His extensive and worldly culinary background working at acclaimed restaurants fulfills our vision of adding a leader who will enhance and grow our award-winning restaurant and private event programs,' said Josh Barbee, General Manager of the Bernards Inn. 'We look forward to ushering in the next chapter of The Bernards Inn's storied tradition of culinary excellence.' Although he has held both international and domestic positions, Miller's simple yet creative approach to the craft of cooking matches perfectly with the seasonal inspired concept held by the Inn. 'My philosophy is keep it simple and the flavors deep,' stated Miller when asked about his style of cooking. 'I get very excited about the opportunity to be working from our own garden and serving the freshest possible produce to our guests.' Miller anticipates changing the menu six to eight times a year to take advantage of the most flavorful ingredients. The first menu, constructed with Miller's input, has already been released - a seasonal 'autumn centric' menu, capturing the most popular flavors of the season. 'Being a chef is easy when you truly love what you do,' said Miller. 'I am very excited to add to what is already a culinary tradition of excellence here at the Bernards Inn.' About The Bernards Inn Established in 1907, The Bernards Inn is a luxury boutique hotel with a prestigious restaurant and acclaimed piano bar nestled in the small town of Bernardsville, NJ. In addition to their hotel and dining facilities, which has earned them Triple A's 'Four Diamond Award,' the Inn has an award winning wine collection and holds renowned title of The World of Fine Wine's 'World's Best Wine Lists 2017.' The Inn offers multiple intimate yet elegant venue spaces, perfect for weddings, celebrations and corporate retreats, meetings and parties. For more information about the Bernards Inn, call 908.766.0002 or visit www.bernardsinn.com.

On Today November 23rd at 8pm, Silence is excited to present 'Near East', a celebrated Toronto world music ensemble which will captivate the audience with their unique blend of music combined from varied geographic traditions. The trio is comprised of Ernie Tollar (sax / bansuri / ney), Demetri Petsalakis (oud / guitar) and Ravi Naimpally (tabla). From Greek, Middle Eastern and East Indian musical inspiration, Near East harvests a fresh sound; familiar yet surprising. 

On Friday November 23rd at 8pm, Silence is excited to present 'Near East', a celebrated Toronto world music ensemble which will captivate the audience with their unique blend of music combined from varied geographic traditions. The trio is comprised of Ernie Tollar (sax / bansuri / ney), Demetri Petsalakis (oud / guitar) and Ravi Naimpally (tabla). From Greek, Middle Eastern and East Indian musical inspiration, Near East harvests a fresh sound; familiar yet surprising. 

Black Ensemble Theater continues its 2018 Season (Movers and Shakers) with Women of Soul, (With a Tribute to the Queen) written and directed by Black Ensemble Theater Associate Director Daryl D. Brooks. Women of Soul will be performed at the Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center, 4450 N. Clark Street in Chicago, beginning October 20, 2018 with an unlimited run.

Black Ensemble Theater continues its 2018 Season (Movers and Shakers) with Women of Soul, (With a Tribute to the Queen) written and directed by Black Ensemble Theater Associate Director Daryl D. Brooks.

Black Ensemble Theater is adding two additional weeks to the run of Rick Stone the Blues Man written and directed by Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor. Rick Stone the Blues Man will be performed at the Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center, 4450 N. Clark Street in Chicago, now through September 9, 2018.

Koerner Hall opened on September 25, 2009, Glenn Gould's birthday, with a Grand Opening Festival that featured 10 concerts. For the 10th anniversary season Mervon Mehta, Executive Director of Performing Arts at The Conservatory, has planned an opening festival (as well as a closing festival in April and May of 2019) that will consist of seven concerts.

Black Ensemble Theater continues its 2018 Season (Movers and Shakers) with Rick Stone the Blues Man written and directed by Black Ensemble Theater Founder and CEO Jackie Taylor. Rick Stone the Blues Man will be performed at the Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center, 4450 N. Clark Street in Chicago, July 14 - August 26, 2018. 

The 64th Ocean Grove Choir Festival, the largest sacred music choral event on the East Coast, will take place Sunday July 8th, 7PM at the historic 6,500 seat Great Auditorium under the baton of noted American conductor Jason Tramm. Tramm, who has been at the helm of this spectacular annual festival for over a decade, serves as conductor and steward of Ocean Grove's signature sacred music festival which has historically featured many of the finest choral and oratorio societies from New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania - and as far ranging as Virginia, South Carolina, Tennessee, Illinois, Louisiana - together with renowned soloists, musicians, composers and guest conductors.

Black Ensemble Theater continues its 2018 Season (Movers and Shakers) with A New Attitude: In Tribute to Patti LaBelle, written and directed by Black Ensemble Theater Associate Director Rueben D. Echoles. A New Attitude: In Tribute to Patti LaBelle will be performed at the Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center, 4450 N. Clark Street in Chicago, May 5 - June 17, 2018. The press opening is Sunday, May 13 at 3:00pm.

Black Ensemble Theater opens its 2018 Season (Movers and Shakers) with Hail, Hail Chuck: A Tribute to Chuck Berry, written by L. Maceo Ferris a senior member of the Black Ensemble Theater's BPI (Black Playwrights Initiative) and directed by Black Ensemble Theater Associate Director Daryl D. Brooks. Hail, Hail Chuck: A Tribute to Chuck Berry will be performed at the Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center, 4450 N. Clark Street in Chicago, February 17 - April 1, 2018. The press opening is scheduled for Sunday, February 25 at 3 p.m.

Black Ensemble Theater opens its 2018 Season (Movers and Shakers) with Hail, Hail Chuck: A Tribute to Chuck Berry, written by L. Maceo Ferris a senior member of the Black Ensemble Theater's BPI (Black Playwrights Initiative) and directed by Black Ensemble Theater Associate Director Daryl D. Brooks. Hail, Hail Chuck: A Tribute to Chuck Berry will be performed at the Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center, 4450 N. Clark Street in Chicago, February 17 - April 1, 2018. The press opening is scheduled for Sunday, February 25 at 3 p.m.

Black Ensemble Theater opens its 2018 Season (Movers and Shakers) with Hail, Hail Chuck: A Tribute to Chuck Berry, written by L. Maceo Ferris a senior member of the Black Ensemble Theater's BPI (Black Playwrights Initiative) and directed by Black Ensemble Theater Associate Director Daryl D. Brooks. Hail, Hail Chuck: A Tribute to Chuck Berry will be performed at the Black Ensemble Theater Cultural Center, 4450 N. Clark Street in Chicago, February 17 April 1, 2018. The press opening is scheduled for Sunday, February 25 at 3 p.m.

The Halalisa Singers presents Draw the Circle Wide: Songs of Justice and Inclusion today, January 20, 8 pm at Follen Community Church, 755 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, and on Sunday, January 21, 3 pm, United Universalist Church of Reading, 239 Woburn Street, Reading.

The Halalisa Singers presents Draw the Circle Wide: Songs of Justice and Inclusion on Saturday, January 20, 8 pm at Follen Community Church, 755 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, and on Sunday, January 21, 3 pm, United Universalist Church of Reading, 239 Woburn Street, Reading. The world music choral ensemble is led by Artistic Director Mary Cunningham, accompanied by Trevor Berens, piano and Bertram Lehmann, percussion.

The Halalisa Singers presents Draw the Circle Wide: Songs of Justice and Inclusion on Saturday, January 20, 8 pm at Follen Community Church, 755 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, and on Sunday, January 21, 3 pm, United Universalist Church of Reading, 239 Woburn Street, Reading.

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