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1984 - 2015 - West End Articles Page 18

Canadian Soprano Suzie LeBlanc Appointed EMV Artistic & Executive Director
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2020


Early Music Vancouver (EMV), alongside its Board of Directors, today announced the appointment of Suzie LeBlanc C.M. as Artistic and Executive Director. LeBlanc is the first female to take the helm at EMV since its founding in May 1970. She will assume the role on January 4, 2021.

The Episcopal Actors' Guild and the House of the Redeemer Present A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Stephi Wild - Dec 4, 2020


The Episcopal Actors' Guild (EAG) and the House of the Redeemer are proud to present a joint holiday party with music and a reading of Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol, followed by the singing of carols and a virtual reception.

The Met Announces Four-Week Schedule for Nightly Met Opera Streams
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2020


The Met has announced themed lineups for four weeks of its Nightly Met Opera Streams, a free series of encore Live in HD presentations and classic telecasts streamed on the company's website during the coronavirus closure. The schedule includes a week of In Plain English, an Epic Proportions week, followed by a week of Holiday Fare, and more.

Duran Duran Will Headline BST Hyland Park 2021
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 30, 2020


American Express presents BST Hyde Park returns in 2021, for what will be THE celebration of the summer in the heart of London!

What to Watch on HBO Max in December
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 30, 2020


The best gift isn’t under the Christmas tree, it’s on HBO Max! Celebrate Christmas Day with Wonder Woman 1984, starring Gal Gadot, when it flies onto the platform the same day it hits theaters around the country.

London International Mime Festival 2021 Adjusted For Covid Constraints
by Stephi Wild - Nov 18, 2020


Adjusted for Covid constraints, next year's festival will concentrate on live and online workshops led by top industry professionals, a series of specially commissioned short films to be shown online, a collection of rarely shown physical comedy and slapstick movies at Barbican Cinema 1, plus Zoom talks by various distinguished mime festival participants from recent years.

American Dance Guild Festival Week 6 to Feature Liz Lerman, Alice Teirstein and Doug Varone
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2020


Reaching into its archival treasure trove of rarely seen recordings of past events, The American Dance Guild continues their virtual offering 10 Years Over 10 Weeks, a rich collection of video performances of honorees and guest artists over the last ten years of ADG Performance Festivals.

The Drama League Announces Formation of Directors Council Featuring Daniel Banks, Melia Bensussen and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2020


The Drama League has announced the formation of its first Directors Council, featuring nationally-renowned directors Daniel Banks, Melia Bensussen, Christopher Burris, Jillian Carucci, Jennifer Chang, Desdemona Chiang, R.J. Cutler, Estefanía Fadul, Raz Golden, Brian Eugenio Herrera, Adam Immerwahr, Gwynn MacDonald, Tony Phelan and more.

ArtCenter College Of Design Announces 14th Annual Alumni Awards
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2020


ArtCenter College of Design has announced the 14th Annual Alumni Award recipients to be honored during a virtual graduation ceremony on December 19, 2020.

Virtual Theatre This Weekend: November 7-8- with Jessie Mueller, Armie Hammer and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 7, 2020


Broadway might be dark, but that doesn't mean that theatre isn't happening everywhere! Below, check out where you can get your daily fix of Broadway this weekend, November 7-8, 2020.

129 Musicals & Shows You Can Stream From Home in 2021
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Nov 21, 2020


BroadwayWorld put together a list of all the live action musicals you can stream on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, BroadwayHD, and Disney Plus. Are you looking for something to get your mind off… all of this? So are we. Because everyone needs some escape,

Boston Ballet Presents BB@yourhome: Forsythe Elements
by Stephi Wild - Nov 5, 2020


Boston Ballet opens BB@yourhome, its first virtual season, with Forsythe Elements, an in-depth look at choreographic genius William Forsythe's past and present work. The one-hour long program will feature live-captured excerpts from Pas/Parts 2018 set to music by Thom Willems and Playlist (EP) from Boston Ballet's studio 7.

KVETCH/NDISA ZILILE Comes to The Drama Factory
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 2020


Kvetch/Ndisa zilile is partly a true story about the grievance of the families of the mine workers that are still trapped underground of the Lily Mine. 

The Western Stage Theatre Will Bid Farewell To Artistic Director Of Two Decades
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2020


The Western Stage theatre company has seen major changes in recent years ― from a box office renovation to the shock of a global pandemic. But those pale next to the imminent departure of Artistic Director Jon Selover, whose Western Stage career spans 36 years, including the past 19 years in his current role.

Sophia Anne Caruso, Damon Daunno, Amber Gray and More Join Virtual Event Celebrating THE LIZ SWADOS PROJECT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2020


GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS and JOE's PUB will present a free virtual celebration of the new album The Liz Swados Project on Tuesday, November 24 at 8:00 PM Eastern. The event will feature several of the performers who appear on the album, offering singular musical performances and personal insights into Swados' work.

Where Can You Stream Your Favorite Halloween Movies in 2020?
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 23, 2020


Have you been wondering how you’re going to celebrate Halloween at home this year?

The Met Announces EUGENE ONEGIN With Renée Fleming and Dmitri Hvorostovsky & More for Nightly Met Opera Streams
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2020


The Met has announced themed lineups for five weeks of its Nightly Met Opera Streams, a free series of encore Live in HD presentations and classic telecasts streamed on the company's website during the coronavirus closure.

Lysander Piano Trio Announces New Album MIRRORS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2020


The Lysander Piano Trio (violinist Itamar Zorman, cellist Michael Katz, and pianist Liza Stepanova) has announced the December 4, 2020 release of its new album mirrors on First Hand Records.

GRUFF RHYS To Publish New Book 'Resist Phony Encores!'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Oct 19, 2020


Resist Phony Encores! is a selective memoir in the form of graphics, images, and mass communications by musician and songwriter Gruff Rhys.

THE LIZ SWADOS PROJECT Featuring Ali Stroker, Amber Gray and More Released Today
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2020


GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS has announced that The Liz Swados Project has been released on CD in stores and online today, Friday, October 2. The album was released on digital and streaming formats earlier this year.

Debbie Allen, Allison Wright and More Announced to The Actors Fund's Board of Trustees
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2020


The Actors Fund announced today the election of four new members to its Board of Trustees: Debbie Allen, Nancy S. MacMillan, Elizabeth Reiko Kubota Whitney and Allison Wright.

Composer George Lewis Releases World Premiere Recording Of 'Rainbow Family'
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2020


On Friday, October 30, 2020, composer George Lewis releases the 1984 recording of his Rainbow Family, one of the first live electronics works ever performed at the Institut de Recherche et de Coordination Acoustique/Musique (IRCAM), on Carrier Records. The tracks were recorded during three days of live performances that took place in May of 1984, the culmination of two years of sustained research and creative work in fulfillment of an IRCAM commission. 

Composer George Lewis Releases World Premiere Recording Of Rainbow Family On Carrier Records
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2020


On Friday, October 30, 2020, composer George Lewis releases the 1984 recording of his Rainbow Family, one of the first live electronics works ever performed at the Institut de Recherche et de Coordination Acoustique/Musique (IRCAM), on Carrier Records.

See October Highlights from HBO Max
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 24, 2020


Start sweater weather season off right with exciting new original series and A-list blockbuster movies coming this October to HBO Max.

Noah Haidu's 'Doctone' Out Next Month
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2020


Pianist Noah Haidu has etched out an uncompromising identity as a pianist and composer by balancing cutting edge songwriting with stirring improvisations.

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