Goodman Theatre continues its partnership with Chicago Public Library by presenting Stage Chemistry lessons at select branches, as part of each location's ongoing programming. These sessions are a part of Mayor Rahm Emanuel's "Summer of Learning" (through August 10), which encourages young people to participate in activities focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM). The Stage Chemistry lessons focus on the physics of lighting in the Goodman's production of The Jungle Book (now through August 18).
Movement Workshop Group and four-time Grammy nominee Cedric Watson will present the world premiere of Racine D'or, an original theatrical presentation inspired by Cajun folklore, at The Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts.
Now in its 5th year, American Thymele Theatre's NYC Euripides Free Summer Festival Series presents HIPPOLYTUS from July 23rd through 27th. Outdoor performances will be held at the East River Park Amphitheatre (Tues. 7/23 and Wed. 7/24), the Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park (Thurs. 7/25), at Theatre Seven Seventy Seven (Sat. 7/27). Stephen Diacrussi directs a cast of 22 headed by Amina Camille, Maite Uzal, Matthew Cavender, Maia Karo, Gregory L. Wilson, Gavin Rohrer, Reet Roos Varnikand Shawn Patrick Gianella. The chorus is led by MaryBeth Schroeder.
Rooftop Films is committed to showcasing the best films in short form, so much so Rooftop is dedicating an entire week to shorts! Check out innovative new short films tonight, June 12 in Brooklyn at MetroTech Commons, short documentaries on New York subjects at the Open Road Rooftop in the Lower East Side on Friday, June 14, and absurdly amazing animation on Saturday, June 15, also in the Lower East Side. Following each screening at Open Road Rooftop there will be an after-party sponsored by Red Stripe at Fontana's. More details are below!
Movement Workshop Group and four-time Grammy nominee Cedric Watson will present the world premiere of Racine D'or, an original theatrical presentation inspired by Cajun folklore, at The Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts.
The Third Annual Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Day at the Kimmel Center opens its doors at 11 a.m. and begins with a FREE Children's Hour with PNC Grow Up Great allowing youngsters to experience the King of Instruments.
Rooftop Films is committed to showcasing the best films in short form, so much so Rooftop is dedicating an entire week to shorts! Check out innovative new short films on Wednesday, June 12 in Brooklyn at MetroTech Commons, short documentaries on New York subjects at the Open Road Rooftop in the Lower East Side on Friday, June 14, and absurdly amazing animation on Saturday, June 15, also in the Lower East Side. Following each screening at Open Road Rooftop there will be an after-party sponsored by Red Stripe at Fontana's. More details are below!
The Third Annual Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Day at the Kimmel Center opens its doors at 11 a.m. and begins with a FREE Children's Hour with PNC Grow Up Great allowing youngsters to experience the King of Instruments.
RACINE, Wis., May 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ Today, SC Johnson unveils Usonia: Frank Lloyd Wright's Vision Of The American Home, a new, free exhibit at The SC Johnson Gallery: At Home with Frank Lloyd Wright, located on the company's Racine, Wis. campus. Wright and SC Johnson the family company known for trusted home products such as Windex and Pledge have enjoyed a robust partnership for more than 75 years. This exhibit expands on that legacy celebrating 'Usonia,' a term that describes Wright's architectural vision for the development of cities featuring affordable and practical, yet beautiful, homes.
Frank Lloyd Wright, one of the world's most celebrated architects, and SC Johnson, the family company known for trusted home products such as Pledge and Windex, have enjoyed a robust partnership for more than 75 years. That legacy continues as SC Johnson announces Usonia: Frank Lloyd Wright's Vision Of The American Home, a new, free exhibit at The SC Johnson Gallery: At Home with Frank Lloyd Wright, located on the company's Racine, Wis., campus and open to the public starting Friday, May 3, 2013.
Travel is all about discovery, but with today's tight schedules, many visitors have limited time to dedicate to exploration. With Discover Wisconsin, travelers can find out what to put on their to-do list before they check into the Racine Marriott. Can't get away? Dick Rose's TV show is perfect for armchair travelers, too.
Jean Racine's 1677 PHAEDRA grows out of a landscape inspired from Greek mythology and infused with possibilities of the spectacular to become what critics have deemed to be a radically modern tragedy. Directed by Spencer Golub, PHAEDRA opens tonight and runs thru March 10 at the Stuart Theatre. Get a look at the production below!
The Academy Awards for outstanding film achievements of 2012 will be presented tonight, notoriously dubbed as 'Oscar Sunday,' at the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland Center, and televised live on the ABC Television Network. The Oscar presentation also will be televised live in more than 225 countries worldwide. The telecast kicks off at 7 p.m. EST, and BroadwayWorld will be bringing you live-updates of the winners all night!
Paley Center NY has announced some February 2013 programming updates, including DocuDay New York 2013 (see all the Academy Award-nominated documentaries) and more. Scroll below for details!
When you sit down to talk to Ali Carlucci, one thing is very clear, she is passionate about everything she does. I had the opportunity last week to talk to Ali about the Renaissance Theaterworks and their partnership with Dress for Success. While Milwaukee might not have its own chapter of Dress for Success, that doesn't stop Renaissance from making sure the worthy cause gets its time in the sun.
O fortuna! Carmina burana remains of the the most popular works of classical music ever written. On February 8 & 9 at the Peristyle, the Toledo Symphony is joined by large choruses and acclaimed soloists Philip Cutlip, Joshua Stewart, and Kathryn Lewek.
The Vassar Drama department will present three performances of Aristophanes' comedic satire about war and sex, Lysistrata, directed by guest artist Ianthe Demos, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, December 6, 7, and 8, at 8:00pm, in the Martel Theater of the Vogelstein Center for Drama and Film. Demos, a 2000 Vassar graduate, co-founded the critically acclaimed One Year Lease theater company (OYL) in 2001 and their work has been widely praised by the New York Times and New York magazine among other outlets. Reservations are required for these free public performances, and can be made by calling the Drama department box office at (845) 437-5599 or emailing boxoffice@vassar.edu. A seating chart for the Martel Theater can be viewed online at http://www.tix.com/Images/MARTEL1.gif.
