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Center Stage Artistic Director Kwame Kwei-Armah Named in Queen's Honors
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 18, 2012


This weekend Artistic Director Kwame Kwei-Armah was named an Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) in his native Great Britain. The Order of the British Empire is an honor given to those whom have shown distinguished service to the arts and sciences, public services, and charitable organizations.

The Pasadena Playhouse Announces Executive Director Search
by Kelsey Denette - May 9, 2012


The Pasadena Playhouse (Sheldon Epps, Artistic Director and Charles Dillingham, Interim Executive Director) announced today that it will commence its national search for a new Executive Director. Arts Consulting Group (ACG) President, Bruce D. Thibodeau and The Playhouse's Search Committee, led by Playhouse board members Stephen Bennett and Brad King will guide the process.

Florida Grand Opera Announces Two Upcoming Operas
by BWW News Desk - Jan 21, 2012


Florida Grand Opera (FGO) is kicking off the new year with two of the most beloved Italian composers of all time. It begins on January 21, 2012, with the opening of the company's first production of Puccini's La rondine, and continues with Verdi's widely popular tragedy, Rigoletto.

Florida Grand Opera Announces Two Upcoming Operas
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 5, 2012


Florida Grand Opera (FGO) is kicking off the new year with two of the most beloved Italian composers of all time. It begins on January 21, 2012, with the opening of the company's first production of Puccini's La rondine, and continues with Verdi's widely popular tragedy, Rigoletto.

Madeleine Kristoffersson, John Ray Present The Nightingale at NY Society Lib
by BWW News Desk - Dec 4, 2011


The New York Society Library set to present award-winning soprano Madeleine Kristoffersson as Jenny Lind and John Ray as P.T. Barnum in an afternoon of song and story recreating Lind's landmark American tour in 1850.

BWW Reviews: Brad Oscar, Jackie Hoffman & More Join Broadway & Cabaret Stars to Salute The Actors' Temple
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 21, 2011


I knew I was in for a special evening when I found some Traditional Jewish Prayer Books (Siddur) on the lights and sound console. In most Temples the hallways are filled with black & white photos of past Rabbi's, Cantors, and Board Presidents.

Madeleine Kristoffersson, John Ray Present The Nightingale at NY Society Lib
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 14, 2011


The New York Society Library set to present award-winning soprano Madeleine Kristoffersson as Jenny Lind and John Ray as P.T. Barnum in an afternoon of song and story recreating Lind's landmark American tour in 1850.

Googie Withers Dies at 94
by Lauren Wolman - Jul 16, 2011


Born Georgette Lizette Withers on March 12, 1917 in Karachi, India, she was known as 'Googie' from an early age. Her family returned to England when she was aged seven and she began acting at the age of 12, appearing at the Victoria Palace in The Windmill Man. A student at the Italia Conti Academy of Arts, she was a dancer in a West End production when she was offered work as a film extra in Michael Powell's The Girl in the Crowd (1935). She arrived on the set to find one of the major players in the production had been dismissed, and she was immediately asked to step into the role.

Angela & Jennifer Chun, Frederic Chiu Present BALLAD AND DANCE, 6/1
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 13, 2011


Violinist Angela and Jennifer Chun, whose harmonia mundi recording Bartók 44 Violin Duos was one of the label's best-selling discs of 2010, and pianist Frederic Chiu, whose extensive work with the music of Prokofiev - also recorded on harmonia mundi - has earned him some of the highest praise of his lauded career, join for a unique program of music for two violins, piano, and two violins and piano at New York's Tenri Cultural Institute on Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at 8:30 PM.

Ernest Borgnine Honored With SAG Lifetime Achievement Award
by BWW News Desk - Jan 30, 2011


Ernest Borgnine, who is exuberantly entering his seventh decade of creating memorable characters and award-winning performances, will receive Screen Actors Guild (SAG)'s most prestigious accolade-?the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award for career achievement and humanitarian accomplishment.

Arts World Financial Center Announces Winter 2011 Season, 12/22
by Erica Anker - Dec 23, 2010


This winter, Arts World Financial Center is taking a trip back in time to 17th Century Italy, the Silent Film Era, mid-20th Century New York City and beyond with an eclectic line-up of music, theater, film, and dance, organizers announced today.

P.T. Barnum and Jenny Lind Come to Life at The New York Society Library 12/5
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2010


The New York Society Library is pleased to present singer Madeleine Kristoffersson and actor John Ray in The Nightingale.

THE COMPOSER IS DEAD Comes To Berkeley Rep, Previews 11/26
by BWW News Desk - Nov 26, 2010


This holiday season, Berkeley Repertory Theatre presents a deliciously silly world premiere from beloved Bay Area artists: Lemony Snicket's The Composer is Dead begins previews in the Roda Theatre on November 26, opens December 2, and closes January 15.

P.T. Barnum and Jenny Lind Come to Life at The New York Society Library 12/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 15, 2010


The New York Society Library is pleased to present singer Madeleine Kristoffersson and actor John Ray in The Nightingale.

THE COMPOSER IS DEAD Comes To Berkeley Rep, Previews 11/26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 13, 2010


This holiday season, Berkeley Repertory Theatre presents a deliciously silly world premiere from beloved Bay Area artists: Lemony Snicket's The Composer is Dead begins previews in the Roda Theatre on November 26, opens December 2, and closes January 15.

Ernest Borgnine Honored With SAG Lifetime Achievement Award
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 18, 2010


Ernest Borgnine, who is exuberantly entering his seventh decade of creating memorable characters and award-winning performances, will receive Screen Actors Guild (SAG)'s most prestigious accolade-the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award for career achievement and humanitarian accomplishment.

Pittsburgh CLO Revives Romantic Comedy THE STUDENT PRINCE 8/3-8
by BWW News Desk - Aug 8, 2010


Fall in love with Pittsburgh CLO's production of the warm and witty romantic comedy The Student Prince, August 3-8 at the Benedum Center. This classic American operetta has captured audiences for more than 85 years.

Pittsburgh CLO Revives Romantic Comedy THE STUDENT PRINCE 8/3-8
by BWW News Desk - Aug 3, 2010


Fall in love with Pittsburgh CLO's production of the warm and witty romantic comedy The Student Prince, August 3-8 at the Benedum Center. This classic American operetta has captured audiences for more than 85 years.

Met Museum of Science Announces Upcoming Exhibitions Through 7/11/11
by Nicolas Coburn - Jul 28, 2010


The Met Museum of Art announces its upcoming exhibitions, September 28 - July 11, 2011.

Pittsburgh CLO Revives Romantic Comedy THE STUDENT PRINCE 8/3-8
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 23, 2010


Fall in love with Pittsburgh CLO's production of the warm and witty romantic comedy The Student Prince, August 3-8 at the Benedum Center. This classic American operetta has captured audiences for more than 85 years.

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for May 26, 2010
by Paul W. Thompson - May 26, 2010


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Dominic Missimi gala, Diana Ross, 'Fuerza Bruta,' 'Billy Elliot,' 'Legally Blonde,' 'Oh, Boy!,' more...

CATS Ends Run at Colonial Theatre, April 18th
by BWW News Desk - Apr 18, 2010


CATS, the show that revolutionized musical theatre, will end its return in Boston April 18 at Boston's Colonial Theatre.

REMEMBERING MR. MAUGHAM Celebrates Garson Kanin at the Clurman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Mar 13, 2010


Producers Philip Margaman, Emily Miller and Frankie J. Grande announce the continuation of the yearlong celebration of prolific playwright and director, Garson Kanin with Remembering Mr. Maugham.

REMEMBERING MR. MAUGHAM Celebrates Garson Kanin at the Clurman Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Mar 4, 2010


Producers Philip Margaman, Emily Miller and Frankie J. Grande announce the continuation of the yearlong celebration of prolific playwright and director, Garson Kanin with Remembering Mr. Maugham.

CATS Lands at Colonial Theatre; Tickets On Sale March 7
by BWW News Desk - Mar 2, 2010


CATS, the show that revolutionized musical theatre, makes its return to Boston April 13 - 18 for one week only at Boston's Colonial Theatre. Tickets go on sale Sunday, March 7 and will be available through an authorized ticket seller found only at Ticketmaster 1-800-982-2787, at all Ticketmaster outlets, by visiting BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com/Boston and directly at the box office of Boston's Colonial Theatre, 106 Boylston Street, Boston during normal business hours Monday through Saturday 10am - 6pm.

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