Interview: Celisse Reveals How She Created an Opera With No Rules
by Michael Major - May 25, 2023
After being seen on Broadway in the 2012 revival of Godspell, Celisse has toured with acts like Brandi Carlile, Dave Matthews Band, John Legend, and John Mayer. Now, she has partnered with the new company, Catapult Opera, to create a 30-minute opera and short film entitled “When All I Knew Changed.”
Mount Wilson Observatory to Present First Classical Concert of Season in June
by Blair Ingenthron - May 21, 2023
Mount Wilson Observatory, the scientific marvel where humankind discovered its place in the universe, has announced the second date in its Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome six-month series, to take place on Sunday, June 11, 2023. The concert series is curated by Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan, and the performances are presented inside the spectacular vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope.
Door Shakespeare Announces 2023 Production Team
by Blair Ingenthron - May 21, 2023
Door Shakespeare has announced the production team for the 2023 season. Directors Scott McKenna Campbell and Leda Hoffmann return for their sixth and fourth respective seasons.
Hudson Theatre to Present BECAUSE IT'S SUNNY IN L.A. in June
by Blair Ingenthron - May 7, 2023
The Hudson Theatre will present a world premiere musical BECAUSE IT'S SUNNY IN L.A. (Especially On Skid Row). Written and produced by Thaddeus Nagey, in the hope of creating awareness of the homeless population in Los Angeles.
Yazbeck & Della Penna's DEAD OUTLAW, LANGSTON IN HARLEM, and More to Play 54 Below in May
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 29, 2023
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below is a non-profit organization with a mission to preserve and expand the art of the cabaret, honor the music of Broadway, and provide an unparalleled experience to diverse communities.
Katy Perry Announces Final Las Vegas Residency Performances
by Michael Major - Apr 10, 2023
International pop star Katy Perry announced the 10 final performance dates of her unforgettable residency, “Katy Perry: PLAY” at Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas. Tickets for the final run of show dates Oct. 4 - Nov. 4, 2023 will go on sale to the public this Friday, April 14, 2023 at 10 a.m. PST.
Harris Center for the Arts to Present Taylor Dayne & Sheena Easton in April
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 1, 2023
HARRIS CENTER FOR THE ARTS will present two exceptional music performances in one evening. Taylor Dayne and Sheena Easton will perform beginning at 8:00 PM on Sunday, April 30. Between them, these two pop icons have garnered nine GRAMMY Award nominations, two GRAMMY Awards, two Billboard Music awards, one American Music Award, six Platinum albums, five Gold albums, 39 Billboard Top 20 singles, and 11 #1 Billboard singles.