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Feinstein's latest release, Gershwin Country, is an album of brand-new duets reimagining the classic songs of George and Ira Gershwin through the contemporary lens of country music. Executive produced by Liza Minnelli, the album features some of the biggest names in country music, including Dolly Parton, Alison Krauss, Brad Paisley Rosanne Cash, and more!

This week's Theater Stories features the Imperial Theatre. Learn about the stars and shows to have graced the theatre's stage, including Ethel Merman in Annie Get Your Gun and Gypsy; the Broadway premiere of Mary Martin; the theatre's current show, Ain't Too Proud, and much more!

ArtsBridge Foundation, the arts education outreach arm of the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, today announced the nominees for the 8th Annual Georgia High School Musical Theatre Awards - Shuler Hensley Awards in a live streaming broadcast on GPB.org. Tony Award-winner and Marietta-native Shuler Hensley joined GPB Sports Anchor Jackie Brittan to announce the nominations. 28 public and private schools from throughout the state were nominated in 17 categories. The awards, which showcase the next generation of Georgia's musical theatre talent, will be presented at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre on April 21. GPB will air the show live on its nine-station statewide television network.

TheatreZone Artistic Director Mark Danni today announced the addition of two performances: a Saturday matinee of the production of Whistle Down the Wind on January 18th at 2 pm, and a Saturday matinee of the production of High Society on Saturday, February 15th, 2014 at 2 pm.

Naples Equity theatre group TheatreZone opens its ninth season "Year of the Composers" performing Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock musical Whistle Down the Wind with lyrics by Jim Steinman, book by Patricia Knop, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Gayle Edwards, directed by Mark Danni, music direction by Charles Fornara and choreography by Karen Molnar. Whistle Down the Wind plays January 6-16, 2014 at the G&L Theatre, 13275 Livingston Road in Naples.

This weekend, September 7 and 8 from 10am-4pm, Sandglass Theater announces the return of local favorite, Puppets in Paradise, a two-day extravaganza of performance, food, and community. 'Paradise' is the enchanted setting of landscape architects Gordon and Mary Hayward's gardens. Walk the gardens, take in the colors and smells of lush herbs, flowers, and other beautiful flora as you meet puppets, theater artists and musicians around each corner and behind every bush. The 'Puppets' are 10 spectacular and entertaining short performances presented throughout the day among the flora. Food and refreshments add to the delight of a beautiful day.

On Saturday and Sunday, September 7 and 8 from 10am-4pm, Sandglass Theater announces the return of local favorite, Puppets in Paradise, a two-day extravaganza of performance, food, and community. 'Paradise' is the enchanted setting of landscape architects Gordon and Mary Hayward's gardens. Walk the gardens, take in the colors and smells of lush herbs, flowers, and other beautiful flora as you meet puppets, theater artists and musicians around each corner and behind every bush. The 'Puppets' are 10 spectacular and entertaining short performances presented throughout the day among the flora. Food and refreshments add to the delight of a beautiful day.

Jedlicka Performing Arts Center welcomes summer with Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock musical WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND with lyrics by Jim Steinman, book by Patricia Knop, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Gayle Edwards, directed by Dante J. Orfei, music direction by John Warren and choreography by Kelsey Overberg. WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND plays now through August 10, 2013 at the Jedlicka Performing Arts Center, 3801 S. Central Ave. in Cicero. BroadwayWorld has new photos of the cast in action below!

Jedlicka Performing Arts Center is pleased to welcome summer with Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock musical WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND with lyrics by Jim Steinman, book by Patricia Knop, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Gayle Edwards, directed by Dante J. Orfei, music direction by John Warren and choreography by Kelsey Overbang. WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND plays today, July 26 - August 10, 2013 at the Jedlicka Performing Arts Center, 3801 S. Central Ave. in Cicero.

Jedlicka Performing Arts Center is pleased to welcome summer with Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock musical WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND with lyrics by Jim Steinman, book by Patricia Knop, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Gayle Edwards, directed by Dante J. Orfei, music direction by John Warren and choreography by Kelsey Overbang. WHISTLE DOWN THE WIND plays July 26 - August 10, 2013 at the Jedlicka Performing Arts Center, 3801 S. Central Ave. in Cicero. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, June 25 at www.jpactheatre.com or by calling (708) 656-1800. The press performances are Friday, July 26 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, July 27 at 7:30 pm.

New City Stage Company has announced its 6th season, entitled The Terror Within, a body of work that considers the many questions posed as we marked the 10th anniversary of 9/11.

New City Stage Company has announced its 6th season, entitled The Terror Within, a body of work that considers the many questions posed as we marked the 10th anniversary of 9/11.

Puppets in Paradise plays September 10-11, 2011

Puppets in Paradise plays September 10-11, 2011

Puppets in Paradise plays September 10-11, 2011

Puppets in Paradise plays September 10-11, 2011

Jim Meadows is accustomed to treading the boards with the Bay Street Players. He has appeared onstage in productions ranging from the raucous 'Full Monty' to the classic 'Oklahoma.' This year, he adds Board President to the list of roles he's tackled for the theatre. 'I appreciate the trust the board has placed in me,' says Meadows. 'It's my job, as president, to continue the excellence we've achieved over the past 35 seasons.' Off-stage, Meadows is Senior Consulting Manager, Global Consulting Services at Convergys.