The national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story, will appear at the DuPont Theatre in Wilmington, Delaware for eight (8) performances only, from today, May 27 through June 1, 2014.
The turning of the tape reels. Two, grey circles that were constantly moving in the dimly lit background of Sam Phillips' recording studio. They rolled on amidst private conversations, arguments, and the performance of some of the greatest songs in the history of music.
When you enter Andrew Jackson Hall at Tennessee Performing Arts Center this week, you'll be greeted with a backdrop with these words: "On December 4, 1956, one man brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and Elvis Presley together to play for the first and only time. His name was Sam Phillip…The place was Sun Records… That night they made rock 'n' roll history." This sets the mood for the night right away. You can't help but know you're about to see something special. Million Dollar Quartet has come to Nashville. Fluctuating somewhere between a memoir, and musical, and a rock concert, Million Dollart Quartet is set in another of Tennessee's famed cities, Memphis.
In response to popular demand and critical acclaim, Soho Rep. announces a second extension of the world premiere of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins's An Octoroon. Directed by Soho Rep. Artistic Director Sarah Benson, An Octoroon will run through June 8.
With Alan Cumming and Michelle Williams currently starring in the Roundabout Theatre Company's revival of 'Cabaret' on the Great White Way, Reel 13 broadcasts Bob Fosse's Oscar-winning movie version. The legendary Broadway director and choreographer brought him and star Liza Minnelli Academy Awards. In fact, the 1972 film still holds the record for most Oscar wins in a single year without winning the 'Best Picture' category, copping eight in all. (The Godfather received that prize.)
Heart & Dagger Productions has announced the arrival of SEX FEST II. This year along with the new short plays focusing on sexual desire and fantasy, we'll be offering a second helping with Charles Mee's JESUS, a performance art piece directed by Joey C. Pelletier.
Soho Rep presents the world premiere of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins's An Octoroon, directed by Soho Rep. Artistic Director Sarah Benson. The production, tonight, April 23, through May 18, concludes a banner New York season for the celebrated playwright, whose Appropriate made its New York premiere February 25-April 6 at Signature Theatre.
In response to popular demand and one week before performances begin, Soho Rep. extends the world premiere of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins's An Octoroon, directed by Soho Rep. Artistic Director Sarah Benson, to May 24. Performances of An Octoroon will now take place April 23-May 24 (see schedule above) at Soho Rep. Critics are welcome as of Wednesday, April 30 for an official opening of Sunday, May 4 at 7:30pm.
The national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story, will appear at the DuPont Theatre in Wilmington, Delaware for eight (8) performances only, from May 27 through June 1, 2014.
The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, Million Dollar Quartet, will light up the stage of the, Van Wezel tonight and tomorrow, April 8 and April 9, 2014. Inspired by an electrifying true story, Million Dollar Quartet brings a piece of rock-and-roll history to life. The New York Times Describes it as 'A buoyant new musical that whips the crowd into a frenzy with blast after blast of explosive vitality!'
The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, Million Dollar Quartet, will light up the stage of the, Van Wezel on April 8 and April 9, 2014. Inspired by an electrifying true story, Million Dollar Quartet brings a piece of rock-and-roll history to life. The New York Times Describes it as 'A buoyant new musical that whips the crowd into a frenzy with blast after blast of explosive vitality!'
Soho Rep. announces final casting for the world premiere of Branden Jacobs-Jenkins's An Octoroon, directed by Soho Rep. Artistic Director Sarah Benson. The production, April 23-May 18, concludes a banner New York season for the celebrated playwright, whose Appropriate recently opened at Signature Theatre and continues through April 6.
Piper Theatre Productions (John P. McEneny, Artistic Director, Mina Jones, General Manager), in association with producers, Mike Mergo, Aaron Novak, and John DeSilvestri, present Mike Mergo's new one-act play, Stilled. Directed by Ilana Becker, (Argument Sessions, Dixon Place; Waiting for Lefty, Hartley House), Stilled Features Mike Mergo and Aaron Novak (The Island of Dr. Moreau, Edinburgh Fringe Festival) as Manni and Jeff, Lighting Design by Daniel Winters (Mayday Mayday, St. Anns Warehouse; Drama Desk Nominee for The Man Who Laughs, Stolen Chair Theater Co.), Set Design by Colin McGurk, Sound Design by Toby Jaguar, and Costume Design by Sarah Bertolozzi.
The national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story, makes its South Bend premiere today, March 14-15, 2014 at The Morris Performing Arts Center as part of the 2013-14 Broadway In South Bend Series.
Synetic Theater's 2014/15 Season will open in September with an original adaptation of H.G. Wells science-fiction masterpiece The Island of Dr. Moreau directed by and starring Synetic Artisitic Director, Paata Tsikurishvili. Then, just in time for the holidays, Synetic presents a brand-new version of Beauty and the Beast that puts a new twist on the original tale. In February, the company will present their 11th 'wordless Shakespeare' adaptation with Much Ado About Nothing. The Season will conclude in May with Janus Glowacki's hilarious dark comedy Hunting Cockroaches starring Paata and Irina Tsikurishvili - on stage together for the first time since 2010 - and guest directed by Serge Seiden of Studio Theatre.
In addition to a surprise jam session at the Hard Rock Cafe in Denver that was impressive and awesome; I was able to sit down with these talented musicians to discusss the tour, inspirations and challenges in playing these iconic roles.
On the next episode of ABC's GREY'S ANATOMY entitled "You've Got To Hide Your Love Away", after an anonymous complaint is issued by one of their own, the hospital implements a non-fraternizing policy causing the couples to panic.
Stunningly gifted vocalist, educator and founder of the progressive programs Vocal Musicianship Academy and Vocal Jazz Online, Lenora Zenzalai Helm has received the coup honor of an invitation to be a featured singer in the program 'Durham Symphony Orchestra and All That Jazz.'