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Beatles Tribute Band The Fab Faux Returning to the State Theatre, 3/14
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 19, 2015

The most musically satisfying Beatles tribute band and State Theatre audience favorite returns performing Revolver in its entirety plus a mix of Beatles' favorites! With a commitment to the accurate reproduction of The Beatles' repertoire, The Fab Faux treat the seminal music with unwavering respect, and are known for their painstaking recreations of the songs (with emphasis on the later works never performed live by the Beatles). Far beyond a cover band, they play the music of The Beatles so impeccably that one must experience it to believe it. Imagine hearing complex material like 'Strawberry Fields Forever' or 'I Am the Walrus' performed in complete part-perfect renditions; or such harmony-driven songs as 'Because', 'Nowhere Man', and 'Paperback Writer', reproduced not only note- for-note, but with extra vocalists to achieve a double-tracked effect.

Fredericks Brown to Return to the Holland Center, 3/19
by BWW News Desk - Feb 18, 2015

Omaha Performing Arts presents Fredericks Brown in the Scott Recital Hall at the Holland Performing Arts Center on Thursday, March 19, at 7:30 p.m.

New Book of Interviews with Poet Gregory Corso is Released
by Christina Mancuso - Feb 11, 2015

After five years of research and editing, Rick Schober, publisher at Tough Poets Press (Arlington, MA), has announced the completion of 'The Whole Shot: Collected Interviews with Gregory Corso.' The 202-page book is a collection of 13 rare and out-of-print interviews with Beat poet Gregory Corso (1930-2001) that span the most productive years of his career: from 1955, when his first collection of poems was published, to 1982, the year following the publication of his last book of all new poetry. The foreword was written by Dick Brukenfeld, publisher of Corso's The Vestal Lady on Brattle and Other Poems (1955), and recounts the poet's early days in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and as a 'stowaway' on the Harvard University campus. Corso was the youngest of the inner circle of writers (along with Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, and William Burroughs) who were responsible for launching and popularizing the Beat movement in American literature. Two of Corso's earlier collections of poetry, Gasoline (1958) and The Happy Birthday of Death (1960), are considered to be groundbreaking works of twentieth-century American literature and yet, unlike the other major Beat writers, both he and his poetry are relatively unknown today. Among the works included in this collection are two pieces by humorist and syndicated newspaper columnist Art Buchwald, as well as an early interview by Victor Bockris, noted biographer of Lou Reed, Andy Warhol, Keith Richards, Patti Smith, Blondie, Muhammad Ali, and others. Advance reviews from eminent Beat literature scholars have praised 'The Whole Shot' as 'an important collection of interviews that provide a fascinating glimpse into the thoughts, writings and life of a Beat writer who deserves closer attention,' 'highly readable,' 'a valuable contribution to our understanding of an original and vigorous poetic voice,' and 'essential reading for anyone with an interest in Gregory Corso, the Beat Generation, or modern poetry.' To help defray the costs associated with self-publishing The Whole Shot, Schober has recently launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign which will run through March 26, 2015, which would have been Corso's eight-fifth birthday. Visit www.kickstarter.com/projects/1860098210/the-whole-shot-interviews-with-beat-poet-gregory-c for information on how to support this book project by pre-ordering a copy for as little as $15.

Never Sleep Alone, Brown Girls Burlesque, Bridget Everett and More Set for 2015 Valentine's Lineup at Joe's Pub
by BWW News Desk - Feb 10, 2015

This February, Joe's Pub at The Public presents a slate of shows to romance and titillate in honor of Valentine's Day. From today, February 10, through February 14 , every night will feature at least one show celebrating love and lust, including alt-pop singer Rachael Sage, cabaret goddess Bridget Everett, a night of Michael Jackson and Prince love songs led by Toshi Reagon, fiery soul star XAVIER and friends, the tantalizing Brown Girls Burlesque and the V-day edition of Never Sleep Alone. Scroll down for details!

Photo Flash: First Look at Opening Night of OUT OF MY COMFORT ZONE
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2015

The Children's Acting Company presents Out of My Comfort Zone, a new rock musical by husband-and-wife team Ivy Vale (book, lyrics and music) and Rick Reil (music) about self-identity, gender, love, expectations, stereotypes, cyber-bullying, and friendship. Six performances will be staged at the Chernuchin Theatre at the American Theatre of Actors, 314 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019 from February 5-8, 2015.

OUT OF MY COMFORT ZONE Heads Off-Broadway This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Feb 5, 2015

The Children's Acting Academy presents Out of My Comfort Zone, a new rock musical by husband-and-wife team Ivy Vale (book, lyrics and music) and Rick Reil (music) about self-identity, gender, love, expectations, stereotypes, cyber-bullying, and friendship. Six performances will be staged at the Chernuchin Theatre at the American Theatre of Actors, 314 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019 this weekend, February 5-8, 2015.

Sonic Youth's Kim Gordon to Present Memoir at Strand, 2/24
by BWW News Desk - Jan 28, 2015

Kim Gordon and Elissa Schappell will appear on February 24 at Strand from 7 to 8 PM.

Never Sleep Alone, Brown Girls Burlesque, Bridget Everett and More Set for 2015 Valentine's Lineup at Joe's Pub
by BWW News Desk - Jan 22, 2015

This February, Joe's Pub at The Public presents a slate of shows to romance and titillate in honor of Valentine's Day. From February 10-14 , every night will feature at least one show celebrating love and lust, including alt-pop singer Rachael Sage, cabaret goddess Bridget Everett, a night of Michael Jackson and Prince love songs led by Toshi Reagon, fiery soul star XAVIER and friends, the tantalizing Brown Girls Burlesque and the V-day edition of Never Sleep Alone. Scroll down for details!

REBEKKA KARIJORD Releases New Music Video on Jezebel
by Danielle DeSisto - Jan 14, 2015

Norwegian born singer-songwriter Rebekka Karjord debuts video “Use My Body While It' Still Young” on Jezebel today.

BIRDMAN, BOYHOOD, and More Win at the 2015 Golden Globe Awards- UPDATING LIVE!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Jan 12, 2015

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) and dick clark productions (dcp) present the 72nd Annual Golden Globe Awards tonight, Sunday, January 11, 2015. Hosted by Golden Globe Award winners Tina Fey and Amy Poehler for the third year in a row, the ceremony will air on NBC live coast-to-coast from 5-8 p.m. (PT) and 8-11 p.m. (ET) from the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, CA. BroadwayWorld brings you all the winners below!

BWW Live Recap: Lots of Laughs as Theatre Stars Shine at 72nd Golden Globes
by Matt Smith - Jan 11, 2015

Film and television stars (and audiences) are sure to come out in droves when funny ladies Tina Fey and Amy Poehler take the stage for a final time (so they say!) to host the Golden Globes, tonight on NBC at 8pm/7c. While the annual ceremony wouldn't be as geared toward theatre people as, say, the Tony Awards (June 7th on CBS for those who need a heads-up), this year is a bit different, with a collection of nominees having Broadway experience, and a few films up for nods having ties to theatre as well.

Milton Star Unveils Dark, Beautiful Single 'Sorryville'
by BWW News Desk - Jan 9, 2015

Listen to Milton Star's new single 'Sorryville' below!

OUT OF MY COMFORT ZONE Heads Off-Broadway Next Month
by Tyler Peterson - Jan 5, 2015

The Children's Acting Academy presents Out of My Comfort Zone, a new rock musical by husband-and-wife team Ivy Vale (book, lyrics and music) and Rick Reil (music) about self-identity, gender, love, expectations, stereotypes, cyber-bullying, and friendship. Six performances will be staged at the Chernuchin Theatre at the American Theatre of Actors, 314 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019 from February 5-8, 2015.

Green Day, Joan Jett & More to be Inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 16, 2014

Today, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announces its Inductees for 2015.

BWW Special Interview: Allison Williams Talks PETER PAN LIVE! on NBC - Tonight!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 4, 2014

BroadwayWorld.com's Richie Ridge was on hand at PETER PAN's press day where he talked to the stars and creative team about how they are putting together this live TV event. Here, Richie talks to Allison Williams.

CMA Songwriters, Lisa Kron, Dukes of Hazzard, It Gets Better and More Set for Joe's Pub, Now thru 12/7
by BWW News Desk - Nov 26, 2014

Joe's Pub at the Public has announced its performances for the next two weeks, November 26 through December 7, 2014. Details below!

Bridget Everett, Rev Billy, Tammy Faye/Lenny Kaye and More Set for This Week at Joe's Pub
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2014

Joe's Pub at the Public has announced its performances through the rest of November 2014. Visit www.joespub.com for a complete list of shows and scroll down for more!

Chicago Humanities Festival Closes Out 25th Anniversary with Anjelica Huston Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2014

Today the Chicago Humanities Festival (CHF) announced an added event with Hollywood icon Anjelica Huston tonight, Nov. 14 at 6 p.m. at First United Methodist Church at The Chicago Temple (77 W Washington St), to culminate the 25th Anniversary Fall Festival: Journeys.

Clive Davis and The Recording Academy Present the Pre-GRAMMY Gala
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 13, 2014

Clive Davis and The Recording Academy will present the annual Pre-GRAMMY Gala on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015, at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif., the evening before the 57th Annual GRAMMY Awards.

New John Steinbeck Story Discovered and More
by Sally Henry Fuller - Nov 8, 2014

Those who love the works of OF MICE AND MEN author John Steinbeck are in for a treat. Found in the University of Texas at Austin archives by The Strand magazine managing editor Andrew F. Gulli, Steinbeck's book WITH YOUR WINGS was published in the magazine's holiday issue.

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