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the american vicarious Presents the World Premiere of (A)LOFT MODULATION

a??a??a??a??a??a??a??the american vicarious proudly presents the World Premiere of (A)loft Modulation by NYC-based playwright Jaymes Jorsling. Inspired by true events at 821 6th Avenue from 1957 - 1965,  (A)loft Modulation will feature a live jazz band led by saxophonist Jonathan Beshay that will improvise nightly. Previews begin Thursday September 26th with Opening Night set for Thursday, October 3rd. This limited Off-Broadway engagement runs through Sunday, October 27th.

TV: The Cast and Creatives of THE GREAT SOCIETY Meet the Press

The cast and creatives of Robert Schenkkan's THE GREAT SOCIETY, his upcoming Broadway play celebrating Lyndon B. Johnson's legacy, met the press this week! Check out the video below of the stars discussing what the show means, and what all the hype is about, before they hit the stage!

George Clooney's GOOD MORNING, MIDNIGHT Adaptation Adds David Oyelowo

Variety reports that David Oyelowo is will likely star alongside George Clooney, Felicity Jones, and Kyle Chandler in Netflix's untitled adaptation of Lily Brooks-Dalton's 2016 novel “Good Morning, Midnight.' Clooney also directs the feature. 

BrightSide Theatre Offers Theatre Classes For All Ages This Fall

BrightSide Theatre continues its commitment to young artists with the belief that involvement in arts programs increases the development in children on both an academic and social scale while building self-esteem. Taught by Artistic Director, JEFFREY CASS, BrightSide Theatre offers fall classes to explore theatre arts in different ways. From Age 4 a?" Adults there is a class that fits everyone!

Heidi Duckler Dance Presents STAY AWAKE

Heidi Duckler Dance's (HDD) new work Stay Awake, is a part of HDD's MoveWell@MLK artist residency, and takes place on Saturday, August 24 at 7:30 pm at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital, Lot A. 

Playwright Renee Flemings' Short Film THE BROTHERHOOD To Be Presented at Chain NYC Film Festival

Writer/producer Renee Flemings' short film a?oeThe Brotherhooda?? will be screened on Saturday, August 10, 2019 during the 3:30pm programming block at the 7th Annual Chain NYC Film Festival at the Chain Theatre (312 W. 36th St. - 4th Flr)in Manhattan. Admission to the screening is $10 (plus fees) online/12.00 @ the door and to purchase tickets and for additional information, go to:www.chainfilmfestival.com/ or call (646) 580-6003.

Mavis Staples Comes to Playhouse Square

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will honor the powerful voice of soul and gospel by bestowing on Hall of Fame Inductee Mavis Staples the new Rock Hall Honors award, sponsored by Klipsch Audio and PNC Bank. A career celebration and full night of music from Mavis takes place at Playhouse Square's KeyBank State Theatre at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, September 20, 2019.

Meet The Current Cast of Creatures In THE LION KING On Broadway

Giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap - the entire Serengeti comes to life on stage each night in The Lion King. The Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of Disney's much-loved film transports audiences to a dazzling world of glorious colors, stunning effects and enchanting music to tell the story of Simba and his epic journey from wide-eyed cub to his destined role as King of the Pridelands.

Just Be You Performing Arts Hosts Seminars For Kids and Teens

A series of free seminars designed for kids and teens in the creative arts will be hosted by Just Be You Performing Arts in Rahway and Bound Brook, New Jersey. Developed for youth interested in a career in the performing arts from ages 5 to 18 year's old. To be held on Saturday, August 3, 2019 at the Bound Brook Memorial Library in Bound Brook, New Jersey and on Thursday, August 22, 2019 at the Rahway Public Library in Rahway, New Jersey.

Exciting Performances Added To Scottsdale Center For The Performing Arts 2019–20 Season

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is excited to announce additional experiences for the upcoming season. The 2019a?"20 season is bursting with performances for everyone, from acclaimed singer-songwriters and must-see dance companies to renowned classical musicians, returning favorites and more. Marc Cohn, Spanish Brass with Chano Domínguez, the return of Live & Local performances and the always-funny Louie Anderson join the beloved Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel series, internationally known violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter and Broadway veteran Patti LuPone to round out the Center's 2019a?"20 season.

Heidi Duckler Dance Presents STAY AWAKE

Heidi Duckler Dance's (HDD) new work Stay Awake, is a part of HDD's MoveWell@MLK artist residency, and will take place on Saturday, August 24 at 7:30 pm at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Hospital, Lot A. 

Casting Announced For Raven Theatre's HOODOO LOVE

Raven Theatre is pleased to announce casting for its 2019-20 season opener: Katori Hall's drama HOODOO LOVE, directed by Wardell Julius Clark with music direction by The Ricky Harris.

Apollo Theater Announces 2019 Fall/Winter Season

The Apollo Theater today announced details of its 2019 fall season, featuring myriad music, dance, and theater performances and film screenings that expand the nonprofit theater's role as a partner, commissioner, and co-producer of programming that articulates African American narratives.

Breaking: Brian Cox, Marc Kudisch, Grantham Coleman & Richard Thomas Will Star in Robert Schenkkan's Second LBJ Play, THE GREAT SOCIETY

Tony Award & Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Robert Schenkkan will return to Broadway with the second of his two exhilarating dramas celebrating Lyndon B. Johnson's legacy: THE GREAT SOCIETY. This new play is the companion piece to Schenkkan's Tony Award winning All The Way, depicting the tumultuous times that led to the conclusion of the Johnson presidency in 1968.

Further Casting Announced For World Premiere Of BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical

Producer Colin Ingram (Ghost - The Musical) and the creators of the film Back To The Future, Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale, have announced the casting of 'George McFly', 'Lorraine Baines' and 'Goldie Wilson' in the world premiere of BACK TO THE FUTURE The Musical, which will open at the Manchester Opera House on 20 February 2020 for a strictly limited 12-week season, finishing on 17 May, prior to transferring to the West End. Hugh Coles will play 'George', Rosanna Hyland 'Lorraine' and Cedric Neal 'Goldie'. They will be joining the previously announced Olly Dobson as 'Marty McFly'.

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