Sage News

The John W. Engeman Theater at Northport is pleased to close out its Third Season with the Classic Musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. To Life! Set in Tsarist Russia in 1905, this nostalgic favorite and enormously beloved story centers on Tevye (played by Tony Award nominee EDDIE MEKKA, Carmine Ragusa from Laverne & Shirley), the father of five daughters and his attempts, in a life of uncertainty and imbalance, to maintain his family and religious traditions while outside influences encroach upon their lives.

The Old Vic is to stage its first West End production with the announcement today that Jeff Goldblum will return to the London stage to star in Neil Simon's award-winning comedy, The Prisoner of Second Avenue, at the Vaudeville Theatre, directed by Terry Johnson.

Founded in 1992, Minneapolis-based Ragamala Dance has been featured at prestigious festivals and theaters worldwide for its contemporary presentation of Bharatanatyam, the classical dance form of Southern India. Artistic Directors Ranee Ramaswamy and Aparna Ramaswamy's (recently named one of Dance Magazine's '25 to Watch in 2010') creative vision seamlessly carries Bharatanatyam into the 21st century while respecting the form's rich tradition.

On May 26 at 8:30pm, NewFilmakers will present 'Mow Crew', a film directed by Taylor Toole.

Singer/songwriter/producer Rachael Sage weaves an introspective tapestry of a gypsy seeking a home on ‘Delancey Street'.

Joe's Pub in NYC has announced events scheduled for May 11 through May 17. Joe's Pub is located at 425 Lafayette St, NYC.

Legendary Singer-Songwriter Jimmy Webb To Entertain the Opera House 5/15

As part of the 2009-2010 season of Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at the Music Center, the world premiere of the reconstructed Roaratorio by Merce Cunningham will be presented at Walt Disney Concert Hall as part of the Merce Cunningham Dance Company's Legacy Tour, a final two-year celebration of the choreographer's lifetime of artistic achievement

Fresh from 'Dancing with the Stars,' ESPN sideline reporter Erin Andrews returns as correspondent for live television coverage of 'The 2010 Scripps National Spelling Bee' on both the ESPN and ABC telecasts, FRIDAY, JUNE 4.

Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans announce the World Premiere of Low Down Dirty Blues, by Randal Myler and Dan Wheetman, the creators of It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues and Fire on the Mountain. The production will feature Tony Award nominee Felicia P. Fields (The Color Purple) in her first role in Chicago since The Color Purple and two-time Jeff Award-winner Mississippi Charles Bevel. The production will be directed by Randal Myler with musical direction by Dan Wheetman. Low Down Dirty Blues runs May 27 - July 3, 2010 at Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd in Skokie. The press opening is Saturday, June 5, 2010.

Writers' Theatre Artistic Director Michael Halberstam and Executive Director Kathryn M. Lipuma present Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, directed by David Cromer. The cast includes Natasha Lowe (Blanche), Matt Hawkins (Stanley), Danny McCarthy (Mitch), Jenn Engstrom (Eunice), Loren Lazarine (Steve), Esteban Andres Cruz (Pablo), Stacy Stoltz (Stella), Carolyn E. Nelson (Colored Woman/Matron), Derek Hasenstab (Doctor) and Ryan Hallahan (Young Collector).

Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans announce the World Premiere of Low Down Dirty Blues, by Randal Myler and Dan Wheetman, the creators of It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues and Fire on the Mountain.

After weeks of artist leaks, we're announcing the full line up for the 31st Calgary Folk Festival. July 22 - 25, 2010 at Prince's Island Park in downtown Calgary, AB.

Cate Caplin is directing and choreographing an updated version of the musical BABY at Group Repertory Theatre opening June 4, 2010.

Legendary Singer Songwriter Jimmy Webb to Entertain the Opera House

Art-pop singer/songwriter Rachael Sage returns to Joe's Pub in New York City for a May 11th concert. Sage's NY-centric ninth album, 'Delancey Street,' was released digitally on April 20 and is out via brick-and-mortar on May 18. Early coverage praises the album as her 'tightest and most personal offering to date,' filled with songs that are 'confident and grounded.'

Joe's Pub in NYC has announced events scheduled for May 11 through May 17. Joe's Pub is located at 425 Lafayette St, NYC.

The John W. Engeman Theater at Northport is pleased to close out its Third Season with the Classic Musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. To Life! Set in Tsarist Russia in 1905, this nostalgic favorite and enormously beloved story centers on Tevye (played by Tony Award nominee EDDIE MEKKA, Carmine Ragusa from Laverne & Shirley), the father of five daughters and his attempts, in a life of uncertainty and imbalance, to maintain his family and religious traditions while outside influences encroach upon their lives.

Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans announce the World Premiere of Low Down Dirty Blues, by Randal Myler and Dan Wheetman, the creators of It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues and Fire on the Mountain.

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) presents the 76th annual fashion show, FASHION 2010, Friday, May 7. For the first time in its storied history, the fashion show takes place in the critically acclaimed Renzo Piano-designed Griffin Court of the Art Institute of Chicago's Modern Wing (159 East Monroe Avenue).