Usher News

Cartilage Films is leading the revolution with the national theatrical rollout of Bruce LaBruce's The Misandrists.  Following a world premiere at Berlinale and screenings at Karlovy Vary, Sitges, Raindance London and Guadalajara, legendary provocateur LaBruce (Gerontophilia, Hustler White) comes to the States with The Misandrists.  Balancing sharp social commentary and salacious popcorn entertainment, LaBruce's latest feature is an experience that's a blast to watch and just as much fun to dissect afterwards.

 First Aid Kit have announced their 2018 UK Rebel Heart headline tour. Kicking off on October 22 at The Telegraph Building in Belfast, the tour includes a date at London's Brixton Academy on October 31.

Emerging Nashville-based band Liz Cooper & The Stampede will release their anticipated debut full-length album, Window Flowers, August 10 on the band's own label, Sleepyhead Records, via Thirty Tigers (pre-order). The album features eleven songs including the lead single, “Mountain Man,” which is premiering today. Watch/share the official music video HERE.

For 15 seasons, Kenny Leon's True Colors Theatre Company has created masterful works of theatre art that honor the African American experience, lift up diverse voices, and create cultural understanding. In honor of those that have championed True Colors Theatre Company's mission of celebrating the tradition of Black storytelling while giving voice to bold new artists of all cultures, they announce the first annual True Colors Applauds: Ovation Circle Awards Brunch - which will take place on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at 11:00 AM at the Solis Hotel.

Mike & The Mechanics, who have sold over ten million records worldwide – announce their 2019 nationwide 'Looking Back Over My Shoulder Tour'. An epic run of 34 UK concerts in February/March/April, including the prestigious Royal Albert Hall next year on April 1st, 2019.

Christine and the Queens today makes her eagerly anticipated comeback with new single “Girlfriend”, available to stream and download now via Because Music. “Girlfriend” is Christine and the Queens' first new song since her already iconic debut album Chaleur Humaine and titledChristine and the Queens in North-America.

Navy Pier, Chicago's year-round lakefront destination, is kicking off a new season of free arts and cultural programs with the return of the popular Aon Summer Fireworks and Live on the Lake! music series at the Miller Lite Beer Garden, plus a new live DJ music series, Wave Wall Wax, starting Memorial Day weekend. These programs launch a 15-week arts and cultural extravaganza at the Pier, complete with top local talent and world-renowned works in cinema, dance, music, public art, theater and more - all of which serve as the perfect complement to the many dining, retail and leisure experiences across the Pier.

The following is the unofficial transcript of a CNBC EXCLUSIVE interview with Verizon Chairman and CEO Lowell McAdam and CNBC's David Faber on CNBC's “Squawk on the Street” (M-F 9AM – 11AM) today, Tuesday, May 15th. Watch video of the interview on CNBC.com here!

On Sunday night at the 6th annual #giveback concert, Broadway Unlocked raised $48,000 to benefit the Crime Victims Treatment Center at WNYC's The Greene Space.

Japanese taiko meets Bollywood! TAIKOPROJECT returns to the Ford Theatres on Saturday, June 23 at 8 p.m. with its thrilling, heart-pounding and joyous blend of percussion and choreography, joined by special guest Blue13 Dance Company for a delightful collaboration of powerful drumming and contemporary Indian dance.

Following the overwhelming support from UK fans for their debut headline shows in London this weekend, Nashville's ENATION have now announced that they will be supporting Echo & the Bunnymen on their 'The Stars, The Oceans & The Moon' tour.

Jordan Taylor Wright, Founder of Taylor Cut Films and content creator to the stars, announced today the release of his new book, 'Forever in the Infinite Now.' The book, which serves as a tool to help readers meditate, is accompanied by a curated soundtrack to aid in the mediation process and features custom illustrations by Rebecca Reitz. The book is available for pre-order now on Amazon.com and Wright's new interactive digital platform, IntentOn. The official release date coincides with National Meditation Day, May 31.

Today Seattle Children's Theatre (SCT) announced the appointment of Kevin Malgesini as Managing Director, replacing former Managing Director Karen Sharp, who recently resigned after 19 years with the theatre.

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) will host its 31st annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards on Thursday, June 21, 2018 in Los Angeles. ASCAP will honor the popular 90s R&B group Xscape with the ASCAP Golden Note Awardduring this year's ceremony, and members Kandi Burruss, Tameka “Tiny” Cottle, Tamika Scott and LaTocha Scott will be on hand to accept. The event will also honor ASCAP songwriter and publisher members with awards for the most performed ASCAP songs of the past year on the R&B, hip-hop, rap and gospel charts.

An extraordinary lineup featuring soul and rhythm-and-blues icons Charlie Wilson, Boyz II Men, Kem and Joe will take the stage for the 3rd Annual Mother's Day Good Music Festival. The concert honoring mothers and the music they love is set for Today, May 12 at 8 p.m. at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.

The animated adult television series ANIMALS. returns for its ten-episode third season FRIDAY, AUG. 3 (11:30 p.m.-midnight ET/PT), exclusively on HBO. From Duplass Brothers Productions, the show was created by Phil Matarese & Mike Luciano.

 KCETLink Media Group, a leading national independent nonprofit public broadcast and digital network, and Tastemade, a modern media company inspiring the taste of a generation through entertainment, commerce and experiences, announced today that restaurant entrepreneur and acclaimed chef Roy Choi will host a new series called BROKEN BREAD slated for broadcast in early 2019 on public television KCET in Southern California and Link TV nationally via DirecTV (channel 375) and Dish Network (channel 9410). Co-produced by KCETLink and Tastemade, the series begins production this week and showcases inspiring people who are making a difference in their communities through food. 

Today, Lincoln Center announced the 2018 season of Midsummer Night Swing, bringing people from all walks of life together to experience an array of sounds and dance styles from Tuesday, June 26 to Saturday, July 14, 2018. This iconic New York social dance party will feature 15 nights under the stars, with outdoor dance lessons and live performances paying tribute to the histories of Lindy hop, swing, mambo, salsa, blues, and more, while welcoming newcomers and dance pros alike to experience the joy of social dance.

Theatre is a universally enjoyable experience, but there are always ways to enhance the impact. Theatre is entertainment, and yet it can do so much more. As the young audiences for productions grow, local companies respond with carefully curated outreach programs that give students of all ages the chance to engage in the theatre community and learn from everything it has to offer.

Merrimack Repertory Theatre (MRT) is proud to announce that it is honoring longtime supporter Congresswoman Niki Tsongas at its 39th Anniversary Gala on June 2, 2018, with proceeds supporting MRT's vital educational programs. Congresswoman Tsongas will be presented with the Donahue Award for Community Leadership, named for MRT founder Nancy L. Donahue, which honors an individual or organization that has contributed extraordinary effort, resources, and spirit to partnering with MRT as a leader in the Lowell community.