James Reich, contributing faculty member with the Creative Writing and Literature Department at Santa Fe University of Art and Design (SFUAD), has published his latest book, Bombshell: A Novel (Soft Skull Press, 2013). Reich will present a public reading, Q&A and book signing at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16, at Collected Works Bookstore in Santa Fe. The event is open to the public and free of charge.
Attending a World Premiere is always an exciting moment for audiences. There is an allure to the anticipation that the unknown brings. Then, when the theatrical event is nothing short of excellent, there is elating satisfaction to being among the first audiences privileged to see the piece staged. Such is the case with The Landing Theatre Company's breathtaking and gripping production of Aleks Merilo's EXIT 27, which was the winner of the 2012 New American Voices Play Reading Series last summer. This resoundingly incredible play deftly moved me more than anything I have ever witnessed, stirring my mind and breaking my heart many times and on many different levels.
Warren Adler, best known for his masterpiece fictionalization of a macabre divorce, 'The War of the Roses', and James C. Humes, Pulitzer Prize nominee for 'Churchill: Speaker of the Century', have co-authored this historical novel set across three continents, vividly capturing Churchill's larger than life persona. According to Adler, 'The post-war loss of Churchill may have damaged the Western world with the same impact as the post-civil war world was damaged by the loss of Lincoln.'
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the coroner's office in Rome has confirmed reports that James Gandolfini died of a heart attack late Wednesday, June 19th at the age of 51
The Colorado Theatre Guild's 8th Annual Henry Awards will take place Monday, July 22, 2013, at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd in Arvada, Colorado. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with cocktails and a silent auction. The awards ceremony will begin at 7 p.m., followed by an after-party.
Brad Pitt, who co-starred in three films with the late James Gandolfini, including 1993's True Romance, 2001's The Mexican and last year's Killing Them Softly, commented on the tragic death of the actor today.
While seemingly heartfelt, the Facebook post went on to link to Amazon's DVD product page for Season One of the HBO series, a move which many considered to be in poor taste.
HBO has just released a statement: We're all in shock and feeling immeasurable sadness at the loss of a beloved member of our family.
WYNN LAS VEGAS' Johnny Avello predicts the odds to win THE BACHELORETTE, as of 6/19:
James Gandolfini, who starred in 'The Sopranos', died today in Italy, According to multiple sources. He was 51. The cause is rumored to be a heart attack but no details have been confirmed.
Playhouse Jr., Point Park University's family and children's theatre company and the nation's second oldest continuously running children's theatre company, will celebrate its 65th season with three engaging productions that can be enjoyed by all ages.
James Franco has followed in the footsteps of Zach Braff and Veronica Mars and started an Indiegogo campaign to raise the $500,000 needed to adapt his book of short stories, called 'Palo Alto', into a film trilogy. Watch his promo video below!
James S. Cusack's latest book, TROUBLE IS A GIFT (S & J Publishing), tells the powerful story of his personal journey as a recovered alcoholic who humbly asked for help in finding a purpose and meaning in his life, and when his prayer was answered turned his dream into a reality devoted to the care and treatment of countless sick and suffering addicts and alcoholics. The message in Cusack's book brings hope and possibility for those struggling with addiction, and comfort to those who have already done battle with their demons.
Following their critically acclaimed inaugural production of Spring Awakening in April this year, Assembled Junk Productions announce their next project, a three week professional fringe production of Alan Menkin and Howard Ashman's cult classic musical Little Shop of Horrors. The production will be running Tuesday 3rd - Sunday 22nd of December 2013, with press night set for 5th December at 7 p.m.
James Turrell's first exhibition in a New York museum since 1980 focuses on the artist's groundbreaking explorations of perception, light, color, and space, with a special focus on the role of site-specificity in his practice. It will be on view June 21–September 25, 2013. Check out a sneak peek below that was featured in the New York Times.
Monterey Jazz Festival has announced the members of its 2013 Next Generation Jazz Orchestra, the Festival's internationally-renowned high school all-star big band, featuring the best high school jazz musicians in the country. Major funding for the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra comes from the Surdna Foundation and generous individuals.
Complementing the 2013 Mainstage season, the Hangar Theatre presents a magical series of live theatre for young audiences based on favorite children's books and stories. KIDDSTUFF series kicks-off this summer with a lively production of PINKALICIOUS: The Musical, running June 20-22 at 10am and 12pm.
Horse Trade Theater Group will present Less Than Rent Theatre's World Premiere of Ben Diserens' BECKETT IN BENGHAZI, July 25-August 10 at UNDER St. Marks (94 St. Marks Place). The production will be directed by James Presson (FringeNYC Award Winner for Directing in 2010) and feature Julie Voshell (Movin' Out; Pop), Becca Ballenger (American Stare), Adam Weppler (Waiting for Lefty with Roundabout; Puppet Hamlet), Rachel B. Joyce (Muskego Lake, Desire! A Varsouviana), Brendan McDonough (Three Sisters with The Assembly), and Patrick Dooley (Words, Razors, and the Wounded Heart). Designs will feature sets by Dan Geggatt (Asuncion; Billy Witch), costumes by Jenni Meador, sound by Emily Auciello (The Dance and the Railroad at Signature Center), choreography by Jennifer Delac, and fight design by Cory Asinofsky (Richard 3).
The Utah Symphony's free summer concert series returns with three outdoor concerts in Salt Lake County conducted by Associate Conductor Vladimir Kulenovic.
In conjunction with the Guggenheim's summer exhibitions James Turrell and New Harmony: Abstraction between the Wars, 1919-1939, the museum presents the following public programs.
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