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Opened: October 3, 1978
Closing: December 09, 1978

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HALLOWEEN's Michael Myers Makes His Return to Universal Studios' Halloween Horror Nights
by Michael Major - Jun 9, 2022


As the franchise’s latest trilogy concludes with Universal Pictures’ release of Halloween Ends on October 14, guests will venture back to where it all began in “Halloween” – eerily authentic haunted houses that depict the most chilling moments from the critically-acclaimed original film. Check out a sneak peek at the new maze now!

Caitlin Kinnunen & Isabelle McCalla and More to Perform at The Green Room 42 in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2022


The Green Room 42 has announced their June line-up for in-person performances. Located inside YOTEL Times Square (570 Tenth Avenue, Fourth Floor), The Green Room 42 is Broadway's newest and most spacious cabaret club.

Comedian Vic DiBitetto is Coming to Staller Center for Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2022


In his first appearance at Staller Center for Arts, stand-up comedian and actor Vic DiBitetto will bring his working-class brand of comedy to Long Island on Saturday, October 22 at 8:00 P.M.

ROCKEFELLER CENTER and FLIPPER'S ROLLER BOOGIE PALACE Bring Roller Skating to Iconic Rink
by Marina Kennedy - Mar 19, 2022


Tishman Speyer and Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace announced that a new roller skating rink will open at The Rink at Rockefeller Center on April 15, 2022. This latest element of Rockefeller Center’s campus-wide redevelopment is a revival of the Los Angeles-based roller rink and legendary cultural hotspot of the late ‘70s and early ‘80s run by Ian “Flipper” Ross. Find out more here.

The Who Announces 2022 North American Tour Dates
by Michael Major - Feb 7, 2022


Legendary rock band The Who have announced a brand new tour for 2022, THE WHO HITS BACK! The iconic band’s upcoming North American trek promises to be another rock n’ roll knockout, bringing singer Roger Daltrey and guitarist/songwriter Pete Townshend back to U.S. venues. Check out the complete list of tour dates!

The Django Announces March Line-Up: Celebrating Women's History Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2022


THE DJANGO, downtown Manhattan’s premier jazz club, is commemorating Women’s History Month by hosting more than 20 leading female jazz artists on its stage during March.

Celebrate the Excitement of the Merengue with Miriam Cruz, Alex Bueno, & Bonny Cepeda at Lehman Center
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2021


Lehman Center for the Performing Arts presents Miriam Cruz, Alex Bueno, and Bonny Cepeda as they come together for a night dedicated to the beauty of the Merengue musical genre on Saturday, October 9th, 2021 at 8pm.

Lehman Center Announces Opening Concert with Andy Montañez and The Mambo Legends with Patty Padilla
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 21, 2021


Lehman Center for the Performing Arts is bringing back the music to the Bronx as they kick off their NEW 2021-22 SEASON with the Latin GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award winner, ANDY MONTAÑEZ, who will perform selections from his vast repertoire, with The MAMBO LEGENDS ORCHESTRA and PATTY PADILLA on Saturday, October 2nd, 2021 at 8pm.

The Royal Conservatory Announces 2021/22 Concert Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2021


Dr. Peter Simon, Michael and Sonja Koerner President & CEO of The Royal Conservatory of Music, Mervon Mehta, Executive Director of Performing Arts, and James Anagnoson, Dean of The Glenn Gould School, today revealed details of the diverse concerts that will make up the 13th concert season at The Royal Conservatory of Music.

Virtual Theatre This Week: July 19-25, 2021- with First Date, Next on Stage: Dance Edition, and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 19, 2021


This week (July 19-25) in live streaming: First Date airs on Stellar, Next on Stage: Dance Edition Season 2 continues with the Top 15, Laura Bell Bundy teaches a master class, and so much more!

Live Nation To Reopen New York City's Irving Plaza After Multi-Million Dollar Renovation With 40+ Concerts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2021


Live Nation is reopening Irving Plaza, one of New York City’s most beloved venues, after an extensive multi-million dollar renovation of the historic venue. To kick things off right, over 40 shows are confirmed as part of the venue’s grand reopening. Ashley McBryde will be the first artist to perform on Tuesday, August 17. 

The Met Announces Two-Week Schedule for Nightly Met Opera Streams, Featuring a Franco Zeffirelli Week and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 9, 2021


The Met has announced themed lineups for two 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 Franco Zeffirelli Week and a Dmitri Hvorostovsky Week.

The Met Celebrates Black History Month With Two Weeks of Nightly Opera Streams Featuring African-American Singers
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 22, 2021


The Met has announced themed lineups for the first two weeks of February in its ongoing series of 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.

Wake Up With BWW 10/16: Tony Nominations - JAGGED LITTLE PILL, MOULIN ROUGE, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2020


Yesterday, the nominees for the 2020 Tony Awards were announced! Jagged Little Pill leads with 15 noms. Did your favorite get nominated? Check out the full list below, as well as reactions from some of the nominees! 

Andris Nelsons Extends Boston Symphony Orchestra Contract Through August 2025
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2020


The Boston Symphony Orchestra and Andris Nelsons have reached an agreement for a three-year extension of Mr. Nelsons' contract as BSO Music Director through the 2024-25 season (initial contract covers the period September 2014-August 2022).

Westport Country Playhouse Announces Changes to 2020 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 23, 2020


Westport Country Playhouse announces changes in its upcoming 2020 Season, with the official opening now scheduled for July instead of the previously announced April kick-off, due to the Coronavirus Pandemic.

Boston Symphony Orchestra and Andris Nelsons Will Bring LADY MACBETH OF MTSENSK to Carnegie Hall in 2021
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2020


As part of Carnegie Hall's 2020-2021 season, announced on January 28, the Boston Symphony Orchestra will perform three programs on October 26, 2020, and April 14 and 15, 2021, led by BSO Music Director Andris Nelsons. These programs will also be featured in the BSO's 2020-2021 season at Symphony Hall in Boston. Mr. Nelsons and the BSO will announce complete details of the 2020-21 season in April.

Expect Frights and Fizz At Manchester Movie Experience
by Stephi Wild - Oct 15, 2019


Manchester film fans will want to strap themselves in for the ultimate seasonal Halloween treat with the announcement of the Frights & Fizz Movie Experience.

Wake Up With BWW 9/20: THE LIGHTNING THIEF Begins Previews, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2019


Today's top stories: The Lightning Thief begins previews on Broadway tonight, and more!

Curran and Book Passage Announce Two New Events As Part Of Curran's SHOW & TELL Series
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2019


Curran and Book Passage announced today that they will present two new special events as part of Curran's SHOW & TELL series. On Sunday, October 20, 2019, Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton will celebrate the women who have inspired them as they discuss a?oeThe Book of Gutsy Women: Favorite Stories of Courage and Resiliencea?? at Temple Emanu-El (2 Lake Street, San Francisco). On Monday, October 21, 2019, Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter Ronan Farrow will discuss his new book, a?oeCatch and Kill,a?? sharing his experience of exposing serial abusers and a cabal of powerful interests hell-bent on covering up the truth, at the Calvary Presbyterian Church (2515 Fillmore Street, San Francisco). Tickets for each event are available online at SFCURRAN.com. In partnership with Book Passage, tickets for both events come with the book.

MasterVoices Announces 2019-20 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2019


Ted Sperling, Artistic Director of MasterVoices, announced details of the acclaimed ensemble's 78th season, celebrating the joy of choral singing and the power of the human voice to unite, inspire and connect since 1941. Highlights include three major musical presentations at top venues, including a New York premiere, and the World Premiere of a new work, commissioned by the Company. Throughout the season there will be collaborations with leading singers, artists, ensembles and organizations, some who are familiar with and others who are new to the Company.

2019 Fall Season Announced At The Colonial Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2019


Berkshire Theatre Group and Artistic Director/CEO Kate Maguire are excited to announce the 2019 fall season at The Colonial Theatre and The Garage. Tickets are now available for purchase by contacting the Colonial Ticket Office at 111 South Street, Pittsfield by calling 413-997-4444 or online at www.BerkshireTheatreGroup.org.

Emmy-winning American Comic Actor Arte Johnson Has Passed
by Marianka Swain - Jul 4, 2019


On behalf of the Gisela Johnson and the Johnson family, we are informing you that Emmy winning comedic actor, Arte Johnson has passed at 1:45am, July 3rd, 2019.  There are no services planned.  His ashes will be taken to his home away from home in HI, were a private ceremony will be held.

'Don Williams: Music & Memories Of The Gentle Giant' Touring Production Set To Premiere With Nashville Symphony
by Tori Hartshorn - May 21, 2019


Spanning more than 45 years, the music of Don Williams continues to connect adoring fans around the world, and soon they'll have a chance to experience those iconic hits in a whole new way. Starting October 31, Don Williams: Music & Memories of The Gentle Giant takes residency at Nashville's famed Schermerhorn Symphony Center for three nights of reflection of the Country Music Hall of Fame member's music, accompanied by the Nashville Symphony, with Keith Urban serving as the show's curator.

Skylight Music Theatre Announces 2019-2020 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2019


Artistic Director Ray Jivoff today unveiled Skylight Music Theatre's 2019-2020 season, which will mark the theatre's 60th Anniversary.

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1979 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Jane Alexander

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