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VIBRANT 2011 - A FESTIVAL OF FINBOROUGH PLAYWRIGHTS 5-30 JULY Twelve new plays, twelve Finborough playwrights...

The Music Institute of Chicago's (MIC) Academy orchestras will perform a free concert Friday, May 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Roosevelt University's Ganz Hall in downtown Chicago.

The Music Institute of Chicago's (MIC) Academy orchestras will perform a free concert Friday, May 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Roosevelt University's Ganz Hall in downtown Chicago.

This week we are taking a look at two thrifty releases that come from very different places, from two very different performers with wildly divergent intended goals for their work. A definite case of a hit and a miss, if there ever were any. Up first is the strong debut from the first-ever female Pirelli in SWEENEY TODD...

In 2004, THE FORGOTTEN CAROLS played at Artisan, and every show sold out. Now, due to popular deman, the Artisan brings back Michael McLean's timeless Christmas tale.

In 2004, THE FORGOTTEN CAROLS played at Artisan, and every show sold out. Now, due to popular deman, the Artisan brings back Michael McLean's timeless Christmas tale.

Tonight, Thursday, April 2nd BRANDON CUTRELL & COHORTS welcomes Bradley O'Bryan Hawks, Rachel James, Rachel Potter, Erik Sisco & Jason Zammit with a special guest appearance by Katie Thompson. BRANDON CUTRELL & COHORTS: A Cabaret Showcase Tonight, April 2nd 9:30pm at The Laurie Beechman Theatre

On February 16th, some of today's brightest Broadway talent came together at the legendary Birdland Jazz Club and celebrated the compositions of songwriter Katie Thompson. Thompson, accompanied each performer as well as herself on the piano, and was joined by cellists Mairi Dorman-Phaneuf and Allison Seidner.

Jim Caruso's Cast Party is proud to welcome singer/songwriter KATIE THOMPSON to the Broadway at Birdland series on Monday, February 16 at 7pm. Broadway singers Shoshana Bean, Ann Harada, Molly Pop, Natalie Weiss, Lisa Brescia, Carly Jibson, Carrie Manolakos, Julie Reiber and Kate Shindle will join Thompson in her Broadway at Birdland concert debut.

On February 16th, some of today's brightest Broadway talent will celebrate the compositions of songwriter Katie Thompson. Those scheduled to appear at the 7pm Birdland concert include Lisa Brescia, Carly Jibson, Carrie Manolakos, Julie Reiber and Kate Shindle. More performers will be announced shortly. Thompson, whom will accompany each performer as well as herself on the piano, will be joined by cellists Mairi Dorman-Phaneuf and Allison Seidner. Katie Thompson is one of the most celebrated, undiscovered talent in New York. Katie originated the roles of 'Sariah' in THE ARK and 'Connie Lou' in Michael McLean's THE FORGOTTEN CAROLS, a role she owned for 7 years of touring everywhere from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. Readings: Giant; Piece. As a songwriter, Katie was nominated for a Pearl Award, an Indie Award, and on the MAC ballot for her original songs 'I Can Be Bought', 'It Doesn't Hurt', and for NEW YORK DEBUT - FEMALE. Katie's compositions can be heard on her debut CD 'What I've Done Right' and KT: Live. As a singer, Katie can be heard on the song 'Say Goodbye' on Scott Alan's debut CD 'Dreaming Wide Awake.' Birdland is located in Manhattan at 315 West 44th Street. For reservations call (212) 581-3080 or visit :https://www.ovationtix.com/trs/pe/6967395

Jim Caruso's Cast Party is proud to welcome singer/songwriter KATIE THOMPSON to the Broadway at Birdland series on Monday, February 16 at 7pm. Broadway singers Shoshana Bean, Ann Harada, Molly Pop, Natalie Weiss, Lisa Brescia, Carly Jibson, Carrie Manolakos, Julie Reiber and Kate Shindle will join Thompson in her Broadway at Birdland concert debut.

Tomorrow, Friday, February 6th THE AFTER PARTY is thrilled to welcome Time Out New York's Top 10 Pick of 2008 CASHINO starring Hairpsrpay's SUSIE MOSHER and recording artist JOHN BOSWELL Also featuring Singer/Songwriter KATIE THOMPSON and Wicked's JULIE REIBER with WILLIAM WADE at the piano!

Tomorrow, Friday, February 6th THE AFTER PARTY is thrilled to welcome Time Out New York's Top 10 Pick of 2008 CASHINO starring Hairpsrpay's SUSIE MOSHER and recording artist JOHN BOSWELL Also featuring Singer/Songwriter KATIE THOMPSON and Wicked's JULIE REIBER with WILLIAM WADE at the piano!

On February 16th, some of today's brightest Broadway talent will celebrate the compositions of songwriter Katie Thompson. Those scheduled to appear at the 7pm Birdland concert include Lisa Brescia, Carly Jibson, Carrie Manolakos, Julie Reiber and Kate Shindle. More performers will be announced shortly. Thompson, whom will accompany each performer as well as herself on the piano, will be joined by cellists Mairi Dorman-Phaneuf and Allison Seidner. Katie Thompson is one of the most celebrated, undiscovered talent in New York. Katie originated the roles of 'Sariah' in THE ARK and 'Connie Lou' in Michael McLean's THE FORGOTTEN CAROLS, a role she owned for 7 years of touring everywhere from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. Readings: Giant; Piece. As a songwriter, Katie was nominated for a Pearl Award, an Indie Award, and on the MAC ballot for her original songs 'I Can Be Bought', 'It Doesn't Hurt', and for NEW YORK DEBUT - FEMALE. Katie's compositions can be heard on her debut CD 'What I've Done Right' and KT: Live. As a singer, Katie can be heard on the song 'Say Goodbye' on Scott Alan's debut CD 'Dreaming Wide Awake.' Birdland is located in Manhattan at 315 West 44th Street. For reservations call (212) 581-3080 or visit :https://www.ovationtix.com/trs/pe/6967395

On February 16th, some of today's brightest Broadway talent will celebrate the compositions of songwriter Katie Thompson. Those scheduled to appear at the 7pm Birdland concert include Lisa Brescia, Carly Jibson, Carrie Manolakos, Julie Reiber and Kate Shindle. More performers will be announced shortly. Thompson, whom will accompany each performer as well as herself on the piano, will be joined by cellists Mairi Dorman-Phaneuf and Allison Seidner. Katie Thompson is one of the most celebrated, undiscovered talent in New York. Katie originated the roles of 'Sariah' in THE ARK and 'Connie Lou' in Michael McLean's THE FORGOTTEN CAROLS, a role she owned for 7 years of touring everywhere from Honolulu to Washington, D.C. Readings: Giant; Piece. As a songwriter, Katie was nominated for a Pearl Award, an Indie Award, and on the MAC ballot for her original songs 'I Can Be Bought', 'It Doesn't Hurt', and for NEW YORK DEBUT - FEMALE. Katie's compositions can be heard on her debut CD 'What I've Done Right' and KT: Live. As a singer, Katie can be heard on the song 'Say Goodbye' on Scott Alan's debut CD 'Dreaming Wide Awake.' Birdland is located in Manhattan at 315 West 44th Street. For reservations call (212) 581-3080 or visit :https://www.ovationtix.com/trs/pe/6967395

The Ark, an off-Broadway musical that starred Adrian Zmed and Annie Golden, has closed after 36 previews and 8 regular performances