The Marcus King Band To Join Tedeschi Trucks Band Summer Tour
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 9, 2018
The Marcus King Band has announced that they will support Tedeschi Trucks Band and The Drive-By Truckers on TTB's 'Wheels Of Soul' 2018 tour. Hailed by audiences and critics as 'a champion of the summer concert season'
The YIDDISH KING LEAR to be Performed at the Orensanz Foundation, starring David Serero
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2018
The YIDDISH KING LEAR, written by Jacob Gordin (aka the Jewish Shakespeare), is without a doubt one of the most famous Yiddish plays of all time. Starring David Serero in the title role of King Lear, this unique play will be performed on January 30th and February 1st 2018 at 8pm at the Orensanz Foundation located in the heart of the Lower East Side, New York.
Red Bull Theater Presents HERNANI Starring GAME OF THRONES' Pedro Pascal
by Julie Musbach - Jan 3, 2018
Red Bull Theater (Jesse Berger, Artistic Director Jim Bredeson, Managing Director) today announced the cast for their next REVELATION READING, Victor Hugo'sHernani, translated by John Strand: Frankie J Alvarez, Ryan Garbayo, Anthony Martinez, Ismenia Mendes, Luis Moreno, Pedro Pascal, Tony Plana, and Matthew Saldivar, under the direction of Ethan McSweeny, on Monday January 15th at 7:30 PM at the Lucille Lortel Theatre (121 Christopher Street, between Bleecker and Hudson Streets).
Recipes with FAIRLIFE Ultra-filtered Lactose Free Milk for Healthy Eating in 2018
by Marina Kennedy - Jan 3, 2018
The New Year presents challenges for all those who have made resolutions to improve their eating habits. We have some nutritious, delicious recipes from lifestyle expert Sarah Tyau of 'Life is Beautiful.' She partnered with fairlife ultra-filtered milk to create two yummy brunch recipes that your family and friends will love.
Three Weeks Of Radical Theater, Two U.S. Premieres Announced at UMS NO SAFETY NET
by BWW
News Desk - Jan 2, 2018
From January 17 to February 3, 2018, the University Musical Society of the University of Michigan (UMS) presents No Safety Net, a three-week theater festival of four productions that foster timely conversations around slavery, terrorism, transgender identity, and radical wellness and healing. Two of the titles are U.S. premieres and will receive their only U.S. performances as part of No Safety Net. Performances will be held in Arthur Miller Theatre (1226 Murfin Ave, Ann Arbor) and the Stamps Gallery (201 S. Division St, Ann Arbor), with each title examining a different topic related to contemporary social issues.
Simon Jones Joins The Cast Of FARINELLI AND THE KING On January 9
by Stephi Wild - Dec 27, 2017
Simon Jones (The Real Thing, Benefactors), will join the cast of the Shakespeare's Globe production of FARINELLI AND THE KING on Tuesday, January 9, playing the role of opera impresario John Rich. Colin Hurley, who was scheduled for a limited run in the role, will play his final performance as John Rich on Sunday, January 7.
Cleveland Play House Celebrates the 'Godmother of Rock and Roll' with MARIE AND ROSETTA
by Julie Musbach - Dec 21, 2017
Cleveland Play House (CPH) is proud to bring George Brant's Marie and Rosetta to the Allen Theatre stage. Marie and Rosetta chronicles the story of 2018 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Early Influence Inductee Sister Rosetta Tharpe and her counterpart Marie Knight as they changed the landscape of modern music. Miche Braden will make her return to Cleveland Play House as Sister Rosetta Tharpe alongside CPH newcomer Chaz Hodges as Marie Knight. Directed by Neil Pepe, Marie and Rosetta runs January 20 through February 11, 2018 in the Allen Theatre at Playhouse Square.
Deeply Rooted Returns to North Shore Center with LOOKING TO THE FUTURE
by Julie Musbach - Dec 20, 2017
Following a successful 20th anniversary season, Deeply Rooted Dance Theater (DRDT) embarks upon its next 20 years with Looking to the Future February 24, 2018 at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie. DRDT creates world-class dance inspired by the African diaspora in a community dedicated to nurturing artists, supporting human relationships and sharing common values through engaging in dance.
Vincent Victoria Presents THE DISAPPEARANCE OF EARTHA KITT
by Julie Musbach - Dec 20, 2017
On the 50th Anniversary of Eartha Kitt's infamous White House visit on January 18, 2018, Vincent Victoria Presents will be premiering the play 'The Disappearance of Eartha Kitt'. The two act drama is a Historical Fiction inspired by the headline making incident in 1968 when the celebrated actress was invited to a White House luncheon by First Lady Lady Bird Johnson where women from all across the country were asked to talk about juvenile delinquency.
Grand Park and The Music Center to Celebrate The Pride Of Los Angeles Through Music And Dance
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2017
The fifth annual Grand Park + The Music Center's N.Y.E.L.A., is expected to draw more than 50,000 people to the grand-scale, highly popular, free event that put Downtown Los Angeles on the map as home to the West Coast's flagship New Year's Eve celebration. The alcohol-free, family-friendly event will cover 90 acres, from Grand Avenue to City Hall (Spring Street) and from Temple Street to 2nd Street. The West Coast's flagship New Year's Eve event will present L.A.'s biggest dance party with music and dancing on two stages, on the dance floor and throughout Grand Park to some of L.A.'s top DJs and bands playing a variety of genres. Adding digital imagery to personal style, the evening will include free interactive motion-graphic activations that audiences can bring to life with their own moves and a unique only-in-Los Angeles New Year's countdown, featuring 3-D digital video mapping on the side of the iconic City Hall.
Three Weeks Of Radical Theater, Two U.S. Premieres Announced at UMS NO SAFETY NET
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2017
From January 17 to February 3, 2018, the University Musical Society of the University of Michigan (UMS) presents No Safety Net, a three-week theater festival of four productions that foster timely conversations around slavery, terrorism, transgender identity, and radical wellness and healing. Two of the titles are U.S. premieres and will receive their only U.S. performances as part of No Safety Net. Performances will be held in Arthur Miller Theatre (1226 Murfin Ave, Ann Arbor) and the Stamps Gallery (201 S. Division St, Ann Arbor), with each title examining a different topic related to contemporary social issues.
SHAPE OF WATER, FEUD Lead CRITICS CHOICE AWARD Nominations; Full List
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 6, 2017
Nominations for THE CRITICS CHOICE AWARDS were announced today. Fox Searchlight's THE SHAPE OF WATER leads the pack with a whopping 14 nominations. Best Picture and Director contenders included DUNKIRK, CALL ME BY YOUR NAME, LADY BIRD and THE POST, each with eight nominations.