Richard Barr News

ECCE Ensemble closes its 2014-15 concert season with an event featuring works by a fascinating mix of renowned composers, including pieces from its latest CD, 'Chamber Industrial' the first all-Per Bloland works recording. Also on the program are compositions by John Zorn, Erin Gee, the late Jonathan Harvey and ECCE's own John Aylward. Kicking of the evening is the premiere of two works to be announced from the ensemble's Call for Scores program.

A massive 12,000-pound moving steel platform – and the Vancouver Opera Orchestra – will dominate the Queen Elizabeth theatre stage for VO's innovative new production of Stephen Sondheim's Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, opening April 25, 2015 for only 6 performances through May 3.

Marital strife has never been so wickedly fun -- or dysfunctional. Following two sold-out and critically acclaimed productions, Theatre Exile ends their 18th season with Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? at Plays and Players Theater (1714 Delancey Place). Pearce Bunting (Boardwalk Empire), Catharine Slusar, Emilie Krause and Jake Blouch take the stage in this cultural landmark that has been riveting audiences for over 50 years and ruthlessly tears down the facade of the American family. Previews begin on Thursday, April 16, 2015 and opening night is Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at 8:00pm. The show runs for a total of 32 performances through Sunday, May 17, 2015. Tickets are on sale now for $10.00 to $40.00 at www.theatreexile.org or by phone (215) 218-4022.

ECCE Ensemble closes its 2014-15 concert season with an event featuring works by a fascinating mix of renowned composers, including pieces from its latest CD, 'Chamber Industrial' the first all-Per Bloland works recording. Also on the program are compositions by John Zorn, Erin Gee, the late Jonathan Harvey and ECCE's own John Aylward. Kicking of the evening is the premiere of two works to be announced from the ensemble's Call for Scores program.

Cherry Lane Theatre announced the 2015 line-up today for the Obie Award-winning Mentor Project's 17th season, the corner stone of Cherry Lane Theatre's development programs.

In a rare immersive performance, with the audience seated on stage of the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, new media artist Robin Fox and Speak Percussion will perform experimental music work Transducer where the microphone and loudspeaker take centre stage in a Melbourne premiere on at 7.30pm, 1-2 August, 2014 at the Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Arts Centre Melbourne.

Violinist Hilary Hahn's probing interpretations, technical virtuosity, and commitment to new music have brought her love of classical music to a diverse audience. At age 32, her international fame and recognition, including two Grammy Awards, multiple Diapason 'd'Or of the Year' and 'Preis der deutschen Schallplat-tenkritik' prizes, seven Echo Klassik awards, and the 2008 Classic FM /Gramophone Artist of the Year, are a testament to her talent and drive.

Violinist Hilary Hahn's probing interpretations, technical virtuosity, and commitment to new music have brought her love of classical music to a diverse audience. At age 32, her international fame and recognition, including two Grammy Awards, multiple Diapason 'd'Or of the Year' and 'Preis der deutschen Schallplat-tenkritik' prizes, seven Echo Klassik awards, and the 2008 Classic FM /Gramophone Artist of the Year, are a testament to her talent and drive.

Great Lakes Theater (GLT) will commence its 2013-14 season at the Hanna Theatre, PlayhouseSquare, with a Fall Repertory that features William Shakespeare's royal epic, Richard III and Stephen Sondheim's Tony Award-winning musical thriller, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The productions will be performed in rotating repertory September 27 - November 3, 2013.

Great Lakes Theater (GLT) will commence its 2013-14 season at the Hanna Theatre, PlayhouseSquare, with a Fall Repertory that features William Shakespeare's royal epic, Richard III and Stephen Sondheim's Tony Award-winning musical thriller, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The productions will be performed in rotating repertory tonight, September 27 - November 3, 2013.

Great Lakes Theater (GLT) will commence its 2013-14 season at the Hanna Theatre, PlayhouseSquare, with a Fall Repertory that features William Shakespeare's royal epic, Richard III and Stephen Sondheim's Tony Award-winning musical thriller, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The productions will be performed in rotating repertory September 27 - November 3, 2013. Joseph Hanreddy will direct Richard III.Victoria Bussert will direct Sweeney Todd. (Sweeney Todd's music and lyrics were written by Stephen Sondheim based on a book by Hugh Wheeler and an adaptation by Christopher Bond.Sweeney Todd was originally directed on Broadway by Harold Prince with orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick. It was originally produced on Broadway by Richard Barr, Charles Woodward, Robert Fryer, Mary Lea Johnson, Martin Richards in association with Dean and Judy Manos.)

It's that time of year! More shows have just been announced for Edinburgh Fringe 2013, including A Body to Die(t) For, Cinderella Lives!, The Road to Qatar, The Ghost Hunter, and Ladies and Gentleman, Buonasera! Scroll down for details.

It's that time of year! More shows have just been announced for Edinburgh Fringe 2013, including A Body to Die(t) For, Cinderella Lives!, The Road to Qatar, The Ghost Hunter, and Ladies and Gentleman, Buonasera! Scroll down for details.

ScoBar Entertainment will present The Three Degrees ("When Will I See You Again," "Dirty Ol' Man," "TSOP") at The Iridium, on Friday & Saturday, November 16 & 17, 2010 at 8 & 10pm. The "Longest Running Female Vocal Trio" in history (according to the Guinness Book of World Records), will make their first New York City appearance in 25 years.

The Players Guild of Leonia presents the 11th Annual Playwrights Showcase. The showcase features new one act plays written by local playwrights. This Players Guild exclusive has become one of our most popular offerings. Performances are tonight, June 15th thru June 24th - Fridays & Saturdays at 8PM, Sundays at 3PM at The Players Guild of Leonia Civil War Drill Hall Theater, 130 Grand Avenue, Leonia. Tickets are $20/$18 for seniors and students. Call 201-947-9606 or visit www.leoniaplayers.org for reservations and information.

The Players Guild of Leonia presents the 11th Annual Playwrights Showcase, featuring new one act plays written by local playwrights. This Players Guild exclusive has become one of the Guild's most popular offerings. Check out photos for a first look at the showcase below!

The Players Guild of Leonia presents the 11th Annual Playwrights Showcase. The showcase features new one act plays written by local playwrights. This Players Guild exclusive has become one of our most popular offerings. Performances are June 15th thru June 24th - Fridays & Saturdays at 8PM, Sundays at 3PM at The Players Guild of Leonia Civil War Drill Hall Theater, 130 Grand Avenue, Leonia. Tickets are $20/$18 for seniors and students. Call 201-947-9606 or visit www.leoniaplayers.org for reservations and information.