Touchstone News

VIDEO: Jade Bird Releases Acoustic Version + Video of LOTTERY

by Macon Prickett — February 16, 2018

UK artist Jade Bird has released an acoustic version of her song “Lottery” today — watch the video below.

American Theatre Wing Announces 2018 Jonathan Larson Grant Recipients

by Julie Musbach — February 15, 2018

The American Theatre Wing (Heather Hitchens, President & CEO) announced today that the 2018 Jonathan Larson® Grants recipients areJay Adana (music and lyrics), Andrew R.

Bach Choir Of Bethlehem Performs For First Time On State Theatre Stage

by A.A. Cristi — February 13, 2018

The Bach Choir is making history by performing at the historic State Theatre Center for the Arts for very first time.

Emerging British Artist Jade Bird Adds Summer Dates With First Aid Kit

by Macon Prickett — February 13, 2018

Emerging British artist Jade Bird has added new U.

Jade Bird covers Dua Lipa's NEW RULES

by Tori Hartshorn — February 8, 2018

Emerging British artist Jade Bird has confirmed U.

ArtsEmerson Announces Bedlam in Repertory: SAINT JOAN and HAMLET

by Julie Musbach — February 2, 2018

ArtsEmerson, Boston's leading presenter of contemporary world theatre, proudly welcomes New York's Bedlam for Hamlet andSaint Joan in repertory.

X AMBASSADORS Release New Song DON'T STAY Today

by Macon Prickett — February 2, 2018

Multi-platinum selling rock band X Ambassadors release new song “Don't Stay” today, February 2, via all digital retailers.

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal with the UK Tour of TURN OF THE SCREW

by Julie Musbach — February 1, 2018

This spring sees the world premiere of a dynamic new adaptation of Turn of the Screw embark on a UK tour, starring Carli Norris (Pygmalion, Albery Theatre; EastEnders, BBC; Hollyoaks, Channel 4) and Maggie McCarthy (Children of the Sun, Cocktail Sticks and Mother Clap's Molly House, National Theatre

Urban Stages To Present The New York Premiere Of The Critically Acclaimed Play DOGS OF RWANDA

by Stephi Wild — January 31, 2018

Urban Stages (Frances Hill, Founding Artistic Director), will close its 34th season with the New York Premiere of Sean Christopher Lewis's DOGS OF RWANDA, directed by Frances Hill and Peter Napolitano.

Jade Bird To Tour U.S. With Colter Wall This Spring

by Tori Hartshorn — January 24, 2018

Jade Bird To Tour U.

Touchstone Theatre Announces Mardi Gras-Themed Concert Fundraiser

by A.A. Cristi — January 18, 2018

After a successful kick-off last year, Touchstone Theatre presents its second concert fundraiser Jakopa's Punch Bowl on Friday, February 9, 2018 from 7-10pm at the Charles A.

Esteemed Filmmaker Charles Burnett Joins Bard College Faculty

by Caryn Robbins — January 18, 2018

Bard College announces the appointment of esteemed filmmaker Charles Burnett as Visiting Artist in Residence in the Film and Electronic Arts Progra

Jade Bird's 'Lottery' Video Premieres

by Caryn Robbins — January 18, 2018

The video for Lottery, the latest single from emerging British artist Jade Bird, is premiering today on Billboard who says, the latest single from Brit singer-songwriter Jade Bird, is one of the brighter, more upbeat tracks of the 20-year-old's burgeoning career to date

New Programming Announced at BAM

by A.A. Cristi — January 17, 2018

BAMcin matek is excited to announce three programs that reflect its mission to provide a platform for marginalized voices in cinema.

BWW Morning Brief January 18th, 2018: Lena Hall Answers Your Questions, and More!

by Stephi Wild — January 18, 2018

Good morning BroadwayWorld! Today's top stories: we asked Lena Hall your questions on a live broadcast on Facebook, and more!

AS HE LIKES IT: A SHAKESQUEER COMEDY Revived at The 2018 FRIGID Festival

by Julie Musbach — January 17, 2018

As He Likes It: A Shakesqueer Comedy is being revived, this time at the 2018 FRIGID Festival!

John Leguizamo Will Host This Year's Obie Awards

by Julie Musbach — January 17, 2018

The American Theatre Wing (Heather Hitchens, President and CEO) and The Village Voice (Peter Barbey, CEO; Stephen Mooallem, Editor-in-Chief) are have just announced that the 63rd Annual Obie Awards will be held on Monday, May 21, 2018, and will move to a new venue, Terminal 5 (610 West 56th Street).

Starchild & The New Romantic Announces Debut Album Language

by Caryn Robbins — January 17, 2018

The past two years have been busy and fruitful for Bryndon Cook, who releases music as Starchild & The New Romantic.

Cast Announced For TURN OF THE SCREW In Wolverhampton

by Stephi Wild — January 16, 2018

This spring sees the world premiere of a dynamic new adaptation of TURN OF THE SCREW embark on a UK tour, starring Carli Norris (Pygmalion, Albery Theatre; EastEnders, BBC; Hollyoaks, Channel 4) as The Governess and Maggie McCarthy (Children of the Sun, Cocktail Sticks and Mother Clap's Molly House,

The Belcourt presents Film Seminar: JOAN OF ARCHETYPE, 1/30

by A.A. Cristi — January 15, 2018

A companion to the Belcourt's presentation of THE PASSION OF JOAN OF ARC on Jan 27-28, this seminar on Jan 30 will discuss the ways Joan of Arc's story has been told and retold throughout the history of cinema.