Music Academy Announces 2022 Competition Winners
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2022
Winners have been announced for 2022 Music Academy / London Symphony Orchestra Keston MAX program, Solo Piano, Duo, and Song Competitions, and the Fast Pitch Awards.
by BWW News Desk - August 22, 2022
Winners have been announced for 2022 Music Academy / London Symphony Orchestra Keston MAX program, Solo Piano, Duo, and Song Competitions, and the Fast Pitch Awards.
Review: INTO THE WOODS at PCPA
by Anna Jensen - August 15, 2022
A fun, sweet, and multi-layered presentation of this favorite of Stephen Sondheim's musicals. PCPA ventured 'Into the Woods' on Saturday night to open its run of Stephen Sondheim's musical. There's fun to be found in following well-known fairy tale characters such as Little Red Riding Hood (Ekatrina Bouras), Rapunzel (Elizabeth Martinié), and Cinderella (Gracie Jurczy) lose themselves in the woods. Our familiarity with the stories allows Into the Woods to enlarge, send up, fracture, and interweave their storylines--all in the service of an engaging evening of musical theater.
by Anna Jensen - August 15, 2022
A fun, sweet, and multi-layered presentation of this favorite of Stephen Sondheim's musicals. PCPA ventured 'Into the Woods' on Saturday night to open its run of Stephen Sondheim's musical. There's fun to be found in following well-known fairy tale characters such as Little Red Riding Hood (Ekatrina Bouras), Rapunzel (Elizabeth Martinié), and Cinderella (Gracie Jurczy) lose themselves in the woods. Our familiarity with the stories allows Into the Woods to enlarge, send up, fracture, and interweave their storylines--all in the service of an engaging evening of musical theater.
Santa Barbara Symphony Announces 2022-23 70th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2022
The Santa Barbara Symphony has announced its 2022/23 70th anniversary season. The Symphony’s 70th anniversary season highlights include the return of Carmina Burana, a world premiere of an Elmer Bernstein score, a tribute to the legendary John Williams, and more.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2022
The Santa Barbara Symphony has announced its 2022/23 70th anniversary season. The Symphony’s 70th anniversary season highlights include the return of Carmina Burana, a world premiere of an Elmer Bernstein score, a tribute to the legendary John Williams, and more.
PCPA's INTO THE WOODS Comes to the Festival Theater Solvang Next Month
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2022
PCPA’s production of Into the Woods comes to the Festival Theater Solvang on August 11th through September 4th, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2022
PCPA’s production of Into the Woods comes to the Festival Theater Solvang on August 11th through September 4th, 2022.
The Theatre Group At SBCC Announces Auditions For THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2022
The Theatre Group at SBCC announces auditions for the fall comedy, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer and Henry Shields, directed by Saundra McClain, by appointment Tuesday, August 23, 2022, Garvin Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2022
The Theatre Group at SBCC announces auditions for the fall comedy, THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG, by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer and Henry Shields, directed by Saundra McClain, by appointment Tuesday, August 23, 2022, Garvin Theatre.
Santa Barbara Symphony Presents CARMINA BURANA in October
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2022
In a spectacular tour-de-force Season Opening, The Symphony continues its impactful tradition of performing arts collaboration to create new experiences for the community. More than 150 performers from State Street Ballet, Santa Barbara Choral Society, Quire of Voyces and the Music Academy’s Sing!
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2022
In a spectacular tour-de-force Season Opening, The Symphony continues its impactful tradition of performing arts collaboration to create new experiences for the community. More than 150 performers from State Street Ballet, Santa Barbara Choral Society, Quire of Voyces and the Music Academy’s Sing!
Jazz at The Ballroom Presents 'Accentuate The Positive' This Fall
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2022
On Sept. 15, 2022, non-profit Jazz at the Ballroom (JATB) comes to the Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara with an evening of the unforgettable music from the Great American Songbook.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2022
On Sept. 15, 2022, non-profit Jazz at the Ballroom (JATB) comes to the Lobero Theatre in Santa Barbara with an evening of the unforgettable music from the Great American Songbook.
Winners of 2022 Yugo BAFTA Student Awards Released
by Grace Cutler - July 23, 2022
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has announced the winners of the 2022 Yugo BAFTA Student Awards during a two-night ceremony on July 21 and July 22 at Harmony Gold in Los Angeles. The ceremony followed several weeks of virtual panels and meetings for the finalists.
by Grace Cutler - July 23, 2022
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) has announced the winners of the 2022 Yugo BAFTA Student Awards during a two-night ceremony on July 21 and July 22 at Harmony Gold in Los Angeles. The ceremony followed several weeks of virtual panels and meetings for the finalists.
Rubicon Theatre of Ventura Announces Official Opening Of the Sandra and Jordan Laby Hall Gallery Space
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2022
RUBICON THEATRE COMPANY is emerging from the pandemic shutdown by reimagining underutilized space in the theatre. The downstairs Sandra and Jordan Laby Hall has been fitted out with an industry-standard gallery hanging system, offering an opportunity for visual arts to play a new and substantive role at Rubicon.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2022
RUBICON THEATRE COMPANY is emerging from the pandemic shutdown by reimagining underutilized space in the theatre. The downstairs Sandra and Jordan Laby Hall has been fitted out with an industry-standard gallery hanging system, offering an opportunity for visual arts to play a new and substantive role at Rubicon.
Pacific Conservatory Theatre Announces Season 59
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2022
Musicals, comedies, and dramas come to life for PCPA's 2022 – 2023 season - presented in three venues on the California Central Coast. Season 59 features One Southern California Premier, plays by 3 California Playwrights and 3 chances to experience unforgettable music.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2022
Musicals, comedies, and dramas come to life for PCPA's 2022 – 2023 season - presented in three venues on the California Central Coast. Season 59 features One Southern California Premier, plays by 3 California Playwrights and 3 chances to experience unforgettable music.
Ojai Playwrights Announces 2022 New Works Festival Featuring Vivian Barnes, Lyndsey Bourne, Bill Cain & More
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2022
Ojai Playwrights Conference has announced 11 playwrights for the 25th Anniversary New Works Festival taking place August 7-14, 2022, in Ojai, CA, marking a return to in-person workshops and live performances after two years of working online.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2022
Ojai Playwrights Conference has announced 11 playwrights for the 25th Anniversary New Works Festival taking place August 7-14, 2022, in Ojai, CA, marking a return to in-person workshops and live performances after two years of working online.
Santa Barbara Symphony Welcomes New Youth Symphony Music Director, Dr. Daniel Gee
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2022
The Santa Barbara Symphony has announced that Dr. Daniel Gee will be joining the organization as the Music Director of the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony for the 2022/23 season. Gee is an Assistant Professor of Music at Westmont College, where he conducts the College Choir and Chamber Singers. The Symphony's strategic partnership with Westmont College and the appointment of Gee exemplifies the impact that comes when Santa Barbara institutions collaborate.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2022
The Santa Barbara Symphony has announced that Dr. Daniel Gee will be joining the organization as the Music Director of the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony for the 2022/23 season. Gee is an Assistant Professor of Music at Westmont College, where he conducts the College Choir and Chamber Singers. The Symphony's strategic partnership with Westmont College and the appointment of Gee exemplifies the impact that comes when Santa Barbara institutions collaborate.
SBCC Presents SOMETHING ROTTEN!
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2022
The Theatre Group at SBCC is excited to announce the first show of the 2022-23 season will be the exuberant musical, SOMETHING ROTTEN! Book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell, Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick, Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick. SOMETHING ROTTEN! will run July 6-23, 2022 in the Garvin Theatre and will be directed by Katie Laris, musical direction by David Potter and choreography by Christina McCarthy.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2022
The Theatre Group at SBCC is excited to announce the first show of the 2022-23 season will be the exuberant musical, SOMETHING ROTTEN! Book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell, Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick, Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick. SOMETHING ROTTEN! will run July 6-23, 2022 in the Garvin Theatre and will be directed by Katie Laris, musical direction by David Potter and choreography by Christina McCarthy.
Photos: First Look at SLEUTH, Now Playing at Ensemble Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2022
Ensemble Theatre Company (ETC) presents the fifth and final show of its 2021-2022 Season, one of the most iconic and celebrated thrillers ever written, SLEUTH, by Anthony Shaffer and directed by Jenny Sullivan.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2022
Ensemble Theatre Company (ETC) presents the fifth and final show of its 2021-2022 Season, one of the most iconic and celebrated thrillers ever written, SLEUTH, by Anthony Shaffer and directed by Jenny Sullivan.
Ojai Playwrights Announces Robert H. Egan Legacy Fund at 25th Anniversary Benefit Gala
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2022
Ojai Playwrights Conference announced the founding of the Robert H. Egan Legacy Fund at their 25th Anniversary Benefit Gala on June 4, 2022. Honoring the work of outgoing Artistic Director/Producer Robert Egan, the fund will support visionary OPC New Works Festival playwrights who are creating challenging new plays and imagining a better future for all. Egan leaves his role at OPC at the end of this year.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2022
Ojai Playwrights Conference announced the founding of the Robert H. Egan Legacy Fund at their 25th Anniversary Benefit Gala on June 4, 2022. Honoring the work of outgoing Artistic Director/Producer Robert Egan, the fund will support visionary OPC New Works Festival playwrights who are creating challenging new plays and imagining a better future for all. Egan leaves his role at OPC at the end of this year.
New Hollywood String Quartet and Da Camera Society Present Summer of Beethoven Chamber Music Festival
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2022
The New Hollywood String Quartet and The Da Camera Society present the Summer of Beethoven Chamber Music Festival, a four-concert festival featuring 11 works built around the composer's beloved chamber music, on July 14 - 17, 2022, at the stunning Pompeian Room of the Doheny Mansion.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2022
The New Hollywood String Quartet and The Da Camera Society present the Summer of Beethoven Chamber Music Festival, a four-concert festival featuring 11 works built around the composer's beloved chamber music, on July 14 - 17, 2022, at the stunning Pompeian Room of the Doheny Mansion.
USCB Department of Theater/Dance to Present Kinetic Lab Dance Concert
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2022
The UCSB Department of Theater/Dance is thrilled to announce Kinetic Lab 2022, our final dance concert of the Performance Season. The product of a year-long choreography arc, eleven Dance BFA students tackle their first foray into choreography for groups, and step outside of the dancing to develop a directorial eye. Coming to UCSB’s Hatlen Theater June 1-3, discover what these young, developing choreographers bring to Santa Barbara’s Dance landscape.
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2022
The UCSB Department of Theater/Dance is thrilled to announce Kinetic Lab 2022, our final dance concert of the Performance Season. The product of a year-long choreography arc, eleven Dance BFA students tackle their first foray into choreography for groups, and step outside of the dancing to develop a directorial eye. Coming to UCSB’s Hatlen Theater June 1-3, discover what these young, developing choreographers bring to Santa Barbara’s Dance landscape.
UCSB Department of Theater/Dance's LAUNCH PAD Presents: A Preview Production of A MEDUSA THREAD
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2022
The Department of Theater/Dance’s LAUNCH PAD new play development program at UCSB, presents a preview production of brand new play, A Medusa Thread, written by Candrice Jones and directed by Shirley Jo Finney. Artist in residence through UCSB’s LAUNCH PAD Program (Risa Brainin, Artistic Director), Candrice Jones brings her unique and deeply personal perspective to UCSB.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2022
The Department of Theater/Dance’s LAUNCH PAD new play development program at UCSB, presents a preview production of brand new play, A Medusa Thread, written by Candrice Jones and directed by Shirley Jo Finney. Artist in residence through UCSB’s LAUNCH PAD Program (Risa Brainin, Artistic Director), Candrice Jones brings her unique and deeply personal perspective to UCSB.
AQUA an Original Dance/Theater Work to Premiere at UCSB's Hatlen Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2022
Following their successful collaboration with the creation of Avian in 2019, Carley Conder (Arizona State University) and Valerie Huston (UCSB Dance Faculty) now consider the power of water in all of its forms.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2022
Following their successful collaboration with the creation of Avian in 2019, Carley Conder (Arizona State University) and Valerie Huston (UCSB Dance Faculty) now consider the power of water in all of its forms.
Dancer and Choreographer Vanessa Isaac Announces Her Return to Performing and Teaching
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2022
Acclaimed Santa Barbara-based dancer and choreographer Vanessa Isaac will return to European teaching studios for the first time in more than two years on May 21 and 22, signaling her long-awaited return to regular engagements nationally and internationally.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2022
Acclaimed Santa Barbara-based dancer and choreographer Vanessa Isaac will return to European teaching studios for the first time in more than two years on May 21 and 22, signaling her long-awaited return to regular engagements nationally and internationally.
BWW Previews: PUFFS at the Anacapa School Of Witchcraft And Wizardry
by Maggie Yates - May 10, 2022
'Puffs,' or 'Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic' (by Matt Cox and presented this week by the students of the Anacapa School of Witchcraft and Wizardry), seeks to tell the stories of one of the less visible houses at a “certain school of magic”: the “puffs.”
by Maggie Yates - May 10, 2022
'Puffs,' or 'Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic' (by Matt Cox and presented this week by the students of the Anacapa School of Witchcraft and Wizardry), seeks to tell the stories of one of the less visible houses at a “certain school of magic”: the “puffs.”
UCSB Department of Theater/Dance Presents THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2022
The Department of Theater/Dance at UCSB continues our return to live performances with our Spring musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, with music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, and conceived by Rebecca Feldman. Winner of a Tony and a Drama Desk Award, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor. 'The Bee' comes to the Ballet Studio Theater on UCSB's campus May 11 – 28, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - May 05, 2022
The Department of Theater/Dance at UCSB continues our return to live performances with our Spring musical, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, with music and lyrics by William Finn, book by Rachel Sheinkin, and conceived by Rebecca Feldman. Winner of a Tony and a Drama Desk Award, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor. 'The Bee' comes to the Ballet Studio Theater on UCSB's campus May 11 – 28, 2022.
Ensemble Theatre Company to Remount VINCENT for Two Performances Only
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2022
.Ensemble Theatre Company has announced its remount of its tour-de-force one-man show Vincent, which was presented at The Santa Barbara Museum of Art in March to sold-out audiences.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2022
.Ensemble Theatre Company has announced its remount of its tour-de-force one-man show Vincent, which was presented at The Santa Barbara Museum of Art in March to sold-out audiences.
Music Academy Of The West Announces 75th Anniversary Summer Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2022
The Music Academy has revealed its ambitious plans for the 75th Anniversary Summer Festival. This milestone year has been propelled by three sold-out concerts by the London Symphony Orchestra in March and three Competition Winners recitals in April.
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2022
The Music Academy has revealed its ambitious plans for the 75th Anniversary Summer Festival. This milestone year has been propelled by three sold-out concerts by the London Symphony Orchestra in March and three Competition Winners recitals in April.
BWW Feature: TWILIGHT: LOS ANGELES at Rubicon Theatre
by Anna Jensen - April 25, 2022
NAACP, Garland and Ovation Award-winning actor Chris Butler plays 36 different roles in Rubicon Theatre Company’s production of Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 by Anna Deavere Smith. The production begins previews on April 27 and opens on April 29, the 30th anniversary, to the day, of the announcement of the verdict in the Rodney King Trial and what was then called the L.A. Riots.
by Anna Jensen - April 25, 2022
NAACP, Garland and Ovation Award-winning actor Chris Butler plays 36 different roles in Rubicon Theatre Company’s production of Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992 by Anna Deavere Smith. The production begins previews on April 27 and opens on April 29, the 30th anniversary, to the day, of the announcement of the verdict in the Rodney King Trial and what was then called the L.A. Riots.
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