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Girl Scouts of the USA & Disney Channel's ELENA OF AVALOR Inspire Girls to Lead
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 2, 2016


Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) and Disney Channel are teaming up to inspire girls and their families to practice leadership. The collaboration brings GSUSA's focus on leading like a G.I.R.L.

OSM Couche-Tard Classical Spree to Launch This Month in Montreal
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2016


The OSM Couche-Tard Classical Spree, which will run from August 10 to 13, is just around the corner.

Will Van Dyke & Allison Seidner to Bring A BEER AND A SONG to The Duplex
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2016


Songwriter Will Van Dyke and cellist Allison Seidner are set to perform an evening of original music entitled 'A Beer And A Song' at The Duplex on Monday, September 12, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.

Upcoming Equity Auditions Sunday, Jul. 31
by Audition Roundup - Jul 31, 2016


Updated this week! Check out upcoming Equity Auditions from Sunday, July 31, 2016 for both productions in your area and around the country including what/when/where and how to audition!

STAGE TUBE: Watch Highlights from MARY POPPINS, Flying Into Theatre in the Park Tonight
by Stage Tube - Jul 29, 2016


It's Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious as the popular family musical 'MARY POPPINS' flies onto the stage at Theatre in the Park (TTIP) Friday July 29 through Sunday, July 31, and continuing into the following week on Wednesday, Aug. 3 through Saturday, Aug. 6. Curtain time is 8:30 p.m. with the outdoor amphitheater opening for seating at 6:30 p.m. 'MARY POPPINS' is rated G and is the final musical production in TTIP's 47th summer season. Click below to watch highlights from the show!

Dia de los Muertos Celebrations Coming to Segerstrom Center This Fall
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2016


Segerstrom Center for the Arts will celebrate Mexico's revered Dia de los Muertos with performances by Perla Batalla, La Santa Cecilia, Pacifico Dance and Quetzal on November 2, 2016 in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall starting at 7:30 p.m. Four performances will take place in a single concert: Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Perla Batalla, LA bands La Santa Cecilia and Quetzal and Pacifico Dance Company.

Unprecedented 90 Restaurants Participating in Visit Orlando's Magical Dining Sponsored by American Express
by Marina Kennedy - Jul 29, 2016


This fall, food lovers can experience deals at 90 of the most popular restaurants in Orlando including 19 new program participants during Visit Orlando's Magical Dining Month, sponsored by American Express. From Aug. 29 through Oct. 2, guests can choose from these participating restaurants to enjoy three-course dinners for $33, averaging a savings of 33% per meal. The program, developed by Visit Orlando, Central Florida's official tourism association, includes some of the hottest new arrivals to Orlando's culinary scene, including chef-driven establishments in the new Disney Springs area as well as local favorites across town. One dollar from each meal will also be donated to a local charity, with last year's program contributing more than $160,000 - the largest donation to date.

Premiere of ELENA OF AVALOR Rules Ratings Among All TV Channels for Kids
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 28, 2016


The simulcast premiere (July 22) of the animated series ELENA OF AVALOR on Disney Channel and the 24-hour Disney Junior channel ranks as the No. 1 series telecast among all kid-targeted TV networks

THE ILLUSIONISTS to Launch Broadway in Orlando Series; Tickets on Sale Friday
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2016


On the heels of a highly successful multi-city tour and run on Broadway, the world's best-selling touring magic show, The Illusionists - Live from Broadway will play the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in the Walt Disney Theater from October 4 - 9, 2016 as part of its current North American tour to more than 50 cities.

Lynn University's Conservatory of Music Announces 2016-17 Classical Season
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2016


Jon Robertson, dean of Lynn University Conservatory of Music and Philharmonia Guest Conductor, today announced the 2016-2017 concert season.

Anneliese van der Pol Set to Return to Feinstein's/54 Below This July
by BWW News Desk - Jul 28, 2016


Anneliese van der Pol is set to return to Feinstein's/54 Below this summer for a two-show engagement: July 14th and July 28th at 9:30pm.

BWW Review: North Carolina Theatre's MARY POPPINS
by Jeffrey Kare - Jul 27, 2016


Based on the children's novels by P.L. Travers as well as the classic 1964 Walt Disney film of the same name, Mary Poppins tells the story of a nanny who arrives on the doorstep of the Jane & Michael Banks. Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures, but Jane and Michael aren't the only ones upon whom she has a profound effect. Using a combination of magic and common sense, Mary Poppins must teach the family members how to value each other again.

LA Stage Alliance Receives Major Grant from The Ahmanson Foundation
by Rebecca Russo - Jul 27, 2016


Los Angeles-based The Ahmanson Foundation has approved a major grant to LA STAGE Alliance, the region's arts service organization for stage work. The grant is for a two-year project in support of a digital platform for ticketing, listings, reviews, and journalism that is easily accessible for residents of and visitors to the greater Los Angeles area. 

Junie B. Jones Brings 'SURVIVAL GUIDE' Off-Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jul 27, 2016


This summer Theatreworks USA, the nation's leading not-for-profit professional theatre for young audiences, will present the Off-Broadway Premiere of Junie B.'s Essential Survival Guide to School.

Photo Flash: First Look at ON YOUR FEET!'s New 'Emilio' - Ektor Rivera!
by BWW News Desk - Jul 26, 2016


Puerto Rican performer Ektor Rivera - winner of the Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony and Simon Fuller reality series 'Q'Viva! The Chosen' - recently made his Broadway debut as Emilio Estefan in ON YOUR FEET!, the new Broadway musical based on the life story of seven-time GRAMMY winning international superstar Gloria Estefan and her husband, 19-time GRAMMY winning producer-musician-entrepreneur Emilio Estefan. Rivera joins Theater World Award-winning Cuban-American actress Ana Villafañe as Gloria Estefan. BroadwayWorld has a first look at him in action below!

Power Up Your Fandom! Marvel Entertainment Introduces 'Marvel Insider' Program
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 26, 2016


Calling all Marvel fans! Power up your fandom and get rewarded for the things you already do! Starting today, join the all-new Marvel Insider loyalty program for free and start earning points for connecting, sharing, watching, and more!

Broadway Icon Kristin Chenoweth to Perform on Martha's Vineyard, Provincetown This August
by BWW News Desk - Jul 26, 2016


Kristin Chenoweth, star of Broadway's original 'Wicked' and Tony-winner for 'You're A Good Man Charlie Brown,' star of TV's 'Glee' and Emmy-winner for 'Pushing Daisies,' will perform solo shows for Broadway @ The Performing Arts Center on Martha's Vineyard on August 14 at 6pm for one show only, and at Broadway @ Town Hall in Provincetown on August 16 for two shows at 6pm and 8:30pm.

Photo Flash: Voice Talents & Character Images for Disney's MOANA Revealed!
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 26, 2016


Walt Disney Animation Studios' MOANA which opens in theaters nationwide on Nov. 23, 2016, features a dynamic roster of characters brought to life by a talented group of actors.

First Look: Nicole Scherzinger Joins Voice Cast of Disney's MOANA
by TV News Desk - Jul 26, 2016


The highly anticipated Disney animated feature film MOANA, with music from HAMILTON Tony Award winner Lin-Manuel Miranda and featuring fellow stage star Phillipa Soo, includes another stage vet in its voice cast: Nicole Scherzinger.

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