Philip Morris News

I LOVE LUCY Live On Stage delivers, in full color and 3 dimensions, a nostalgic interactive experience of old-fashioned television magic, at the Hippodrome through October 26.

Washington National Opera (WNO) opens its 2014-2015 season with the company premiere of Daniel Cata?n and Marcela Fuentes-Berain's Florencia in the Amazon, today, September 20-28 in the Kennedy Center Opera House.

Joseph V. Melillo, executive producer of the Brooklyn Academy of Music, today announced programming for the 2014 Next Wave Festival. The festival runs from today, September 9, through December 20 and comprises theater, music, dance, film, humanities, and visual art events in the institution's three venues: the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House, the BAM Harvey Theater, and the BAM Fisher.

Washington National Opera (WNO) opens its 2014-2015 season with the company premiere of Daniel Cata?n and Marcela Fuentes-Berain's Florencia in the Amazon, September 20-28 in the Kennedy Center Opera House. This modern romantic drama, the first Spanish-language work WNO has presented in a decade, is inspired by the magical realism of Colombian author Gabriel Garci?a Ma?rquez. WNO Artistic Director Francesca Zambello revisits her world premiere production with members of her original creative team to present a fresh take on this contemporary classic. Conductor Carolyn Kuan leads the WNO Orchestra in her WNO debut.

Joseph V. Melillo, executive producer of the Brooklyn Academy of Music, today announced programming for the 2014 Next Wave Festival. The festival runs from September 9 through December 20 and comprises theater, music, dance, film, humanities, and visual art events in the institution's three venues: the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House, the BAM Harvey Theater, and the BAM Fisher.

The Broadway League, the national trade association of the commercial theatre industry, announces that New York is now the fourth jurisdiction in America to offer financial incentives to investors who originate live productions within New York State, effective for tax year commencing January 1, 2015. Included in the budget for Fiscal Year 2014 - 2015 is a program offering a 25% tax credit to producers who tech their shows in New York's facilities.

On Wednesday, a group of producers and presenters of Touring Broadway; members and representatives of The Broadway League; and elected officials announced a proposed Empire State Live Production Tax Credit to 'Keep Broadway in New York State.' The tax credit would apply to productions that begin their on-stage activities in Upstate New York.

The Men's Wearhouse announced that it has commenced a cash tender offer to acquire all outstanding shares of Jos. A. Bank Clothiers, Inc. (JOSB) for $57.50 per share. The tender offer is scheduled to expire at 5:00 p.m., New York City time on Friday, March 28, 2014, unless the offer is extended. The full terms, conditions and other details of the tender offer are set forth in the offering documents that Men's Wearhouse will be filing today with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

BBC Worldwide North America announces that a stash of BBC master tapes from the 1960s featuring missing episodes of Doctor Who has been recovered in Nigeria, Africa

The World of Art Showcase (WOAS), an international art show dedicated to exhibiting talented artists and creating a community where artists have direct access to their market, has announced that Joseph and Sharon DiGiulio will exhibit their works at the inaugural event Friday, Nov. 1 through Sunday, Nov. 3 at the Raleigh Convention Center, located at 500 S. Salisbury Street. The DiGiulios, married professional artists, will display pieces that demonstrate their years of experience and expertise in acrylics, collage, mixed media and encaustic through their presentations at the showcase. Joseph DiGiulio is a professional abstract painter from Raleigh and is the educational accounts manager and executive artist for Jerry's Artarama, a leading retailer for artist materials and a sponsor of the WOAS. He has a degree in art education and a minor in sculpture from East Carolina University and previously worked in the textile screen printing industry and owned a printing business that catered to clients including Philip Morris, Pepsi Cola, Adidas and Banana Republic. He offers free art lessons online and has produced eight DVDs highlighting his teaching skills in abstract painting and product usage. An award-winning artist, Joseph has most recently produced large-scale abstract acrylic paintings that reflect his use of color, line, shape and texture. Joseph's recent installations are located at Duke Raleigh Hospital and the PNC Plaza building in downtown Raleigh. As a cancer survivor, he produces art with the expression of color and dynamics that capture the success of his recovery. Sharon DiGiulio is an award-winning artist and instructor. She holds a degree in fine and applied arts with a concentration in printmaking from Central Michigan University and has worked as a graphic designer. She began painting 13 years ago and mainly works in acrylic and collage. In addition, she enjoys experimenting with mediums and processes, including taking photographs, sewing, making stamps, and creating papers and fabrics to use in her projects. For more information on Joseph and Sharon DiGiulio and the work they will exhibit at the WOAS, visit the WOAS website. Quotes: 'We are very excited to have Joseph and Sharon DiGiulio join us at the WOAS this year,' said Samantha Velkoff, WOAS director. 'They are integral members of the local art community, and we look forward to viewing their displays at our inaugural event.' New Media: World of Art Showcase Facebook Page World of Art Showcase Twitter Page About World of Art Showcase: The World of Art Showcase (WOAS), sponsored by Jerry's Artarama, is an international art show dedicated to exhibiting talented artists and creating a community where artists have direct access to their market. The inception of WOAS arose from a desire to redefine the role art plays in our society - to get back to the grassroots of what art stands for and to revolutionize the way the art market functions. Aligning its vision with that of the Raleigh Arts Commission in transforming the 'City of Oaks' into the 'Creative Capital of the South' WOAS will host its inaugural event at the Raleigh Convention Center the first weekend in November. Audience members will have the opportunity to attend receptions, artist lectures, panel discussions, live art demonstrations and more. For more information about the World of Art Showcase please visit http://www.worldofartshowcase.com or call (919) 232-6551. To purchase tickets please visit http://worldofartshowcase.ticketleap.com/. About Jerry's Artarama: Jerry's Artarama was founded in 1968 when Jerry Goldstein opened his own art supplies and materials store in Long Island, N.Y., introducing discount pricing to budding and established artists. Jerry believed in treating customers like family, a tradition that still continues. Today, Jerry's offers over 70,000 top quality art materials at direct savings - as much as 75 percent off traditional retail on products from the industry's top art manufacturers, as well as Jerry's own exclusive product lines via an online retail store, art supply catalog and Jerry's Artarama Superstores. In addition, Jerry's Artarama serves as an artist resource by providing instructional workshops; new art supply demos; and special art-related events, including the Art of the Carolinas Tradeshow, an annual event held in Raleigh, N.C., Jerry's Artarama corporate headquarters. For additional information, please visit http://www.jerrysartarama.com.

Proctors recently signed a five-year commitment with Cirque Eloize. Proctors joined Cirque Eloize to become the summer home for their productions during the month of August. In addition to performances, Cirque Eloize will be hosting summer camps at the Proctors School of the Performing Arts for children interested in this exciting discipline.

For the third year in a row, WAM Theatre and The Mop & Bucket Company (MopCo) will bring together over 50 professional theatre artists from the Berkshires and the Capital Region to produce the 24hr Theatre Project. Together, these artists will mount five short works; all written, rehearsed and performed in 24 hours. The 3rd Annual Berkshires/Capital Region 24hr Theatre Project is hosted by Proctors in Schenectady, NY.

For the third year in a row, WAM Theatre and The Mop & Bucket Company (MopCo) will bring together over 50 professional theatre artists from the Berkshires and the Capital Region to produce the 24hr Theatre Project. Together, these artists will mount five short works; all written, rehearsed and performed in 24 hours. The 3rd Annual Berkshires/Capital Region 24hr Theatre Project is hosted by Proctors in Schenectady, NY.

Proctors recently signed a five-year commitment with Cirque Eloize. Proctors joined Cirque Eloize to become the summer home for their productions during the month of August. In addition to performances, Cirque Eloize will be hosting summer camps at the Proctors School of the Performing Arts for children interested in this exciting discipline.

After a call for new work that resulted in submissions of more than 120 plays, Capital Repertory Theatre and Proctors announce the winning selections for the inaugural NEXT ACT NEW PLAY SUMMIT.

Check out the recently released commercial for the show below and meet the cast with videos of them from past productions and roles!

After a call for new work that resulted in submissions of more than 120 plays, Capital Repertory Theatre and Proctors announce the winning selections for the inaugural NEXT ACT NEW PLAY SUMMIT.

CenterStage Foundation today announced a $10 million contribution from Altria as part of a Naming Rights agreement for the Landmark Theater.

Academy Award(R) nominee andGolden Globe winner Clive Owen and Academy Award(R) and three-time Golden Globe winner Nicole Kidman star in the title roles of HBO Films' HEMINGWAY & GELLHORN, under the direction of Academy Award(R) nominee Philip Kaufman. Kaufman directs from a script by Jerry Stahl and Barbara Turner.

Academy Award(R) nominee andGolden Globe winner Clive Owen and Academy Award(R) and three-time Golden Globe winner Nicole Kidman star in the title roles of HBO Films' HEMINGWAY & GELLHORN, under the direction of Academy Award(R) nominee Philip Kaufman. Kaufman directs from a script by Jerry Stahl and Barbara Turner.