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Paramount Theatre Season Begins with GREASE, Now thru 10/7
by BWW News Desk - Sep 12, 2012


Grease kicks off the second blockbuster Broadway musical series, tonight, Sept. 12 - Oct. 7, 2012 at the Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown Aurora.

Chaplin Career Launcher Essanay Studios Hosts October 6 Gala Event and Preservation Plan
by Paul W. Thompson - Sep 2, 2012


Chicago's St. Augustine College has announced that it is hosting a gala evening with a reception, dinner and dancing, on Saturday, October 6, 2012, at which a 'historic structures report/preservation and reuse plan' will be unveiled for its historic Essanay Studios buildings. These two structures, at 1333 and 1345 W. Argyle Street in Chicago, housed an early, influential motion picture studio from 1907-1917, and represent an important part of the history of the film industry in the United States.

Paramount Theatre Season to Begin With GREASE, 9/12-10-7
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 9, 2012


Grease kicks off the second blockbuster Broadway musical series, Sept. 12 - Oct. 7, 2012 at the Paramount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown Aurora.

John Waters, Beth Leavel, Marissa Perry and More Set for Symphonic Premiere of HAIRSPRAY: IN CONCERT!, Jan 2013
by BWW News Desk - Aug 9, 2012


Marking the 25th anniversary of the John Waters' original film, Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly brings together an all-star cast of Broadway, film and TV stars for the full symphonic production of the Broadway musical, Hairspray. Hairspray: In Concert! will premiere with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Jan. 11-13, 2013, and with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Jan. 24-27, 2013.

BWW Interviews: Eddie Cahill of 3C, an Unsweetened THREE'S COMPANY
by Naomi Serviss - Jun 28, 2012


Also stirring the emotional stew inside 3C is Terry (Eddie Cahill), a swaggering, jumpsuit-attired friend of the three roommates who looks as if he has come cross-country from the Bay Ridge disco of SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER.

Celebrate Brooklyn! Performing Arts Festival Kicks Off Today, 6/5
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2012


Celebrate Brooklyn! previously announced its lineup for this year, which begins today, June 5 with a free concert by reggae icon Jimmy Cliff.

Celebrate Brooklyn! Performing Arts Festival Announces Line-Up Beginning June 5 - 32 Shows Including SLOW FADE TO BLACK
by James T Harding - May 9, 2012


Celebrate Brooklyn! today announced its lineup for this year, which begins June 5 with a free concert by reggae icon Jimmy Cliff.

Photo Blast From The Past: 2012 Tony Nominees - The Woman
by Walter McBride - May 8, 2012


Awards season is in full swing and to celebrate all of the 2011-2012 nominees, we've dug deep into our archives to bring you vintage photos of all of the talent during special moments in their careers. Check out the 2011-2012 Tony-nominated women below!

B.B. King Blues Club & Grill Announces April Shows
by James T Harding - Mar 2, 2012


The April 2012 at the B. B. King Blues Club and Grill, NYC, has been announced, featuring Melanie and Oleta Adams.

Thirteen's AMERICAN MASTERS to Pay Tribute to Jazz Legend Cab Calloway, 2/27
by BWW News Desk - Feb 27, 2012


American Masters celebrates 'The Hi De Ho Man's' career and legacy during Black History Month with the new documentary CAB CALLOWAY: SKETCHES premiering nationally Monday, February 27 at 10 p.m. (ET/PT) on PBS (check local listings). In the New York metro-area the film airs Sunday, February 26 at 8 p.m. on THIRTEEN.

'Cab Calloway: Sketches' Premieres 2/26 on THIRTEEN
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 23, 2012


'Hi de hi de hi de ho!' Charismatic music and dance pioneer Cab Calloway (12-25-1907 - 11-18-94) is an exceptional figure in the history of jazz. As a singer, dancer and bandleader, he charmed audiences around the world with his boundless energy, bravado and elegant showmanship. Calloway was also an ambassador for his race, leading one of the most popular African American big bands during the Harlem Renaissance and jazz and swing eras of the 1930s-40s.

DIRE STRAITS Announce European Tour for March
by James T Harding - Feb 20, 2012


After a 14-date UK and European tour in 2011, and having just returned from playing at the Volvo Ocean Race in Abu Dhabi, The Straits will be heading out on an 18-date European tour during March 2012.

Thirteen's AMERICAN MASTERS to Pay Tribute to Jazz Legend Cab Calloway, 2/27
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 31, 2012


American Masters celebrates 'The Hi De Ho Man's' career and legacy during Black History Month with the new documentary CAB CALLOWAY: SKETCHES premiering nationally Monday, February 27 at 10 p.m. (ET/PT) on PBS (check local listings). In the New York metro-area the film airs Sunday, February 26 at 8 p.m. on THIRTEEN.

Performance Space 122’s 2012 COIL Festival Kicks Off
by BWW News Desk - Jan 8, 2012


Performance Space 122's contemporary performance festival, COIL, returns in an expanded edition for its seventh year.

Next Stage Theatre Festival Presents LIVING WITH HENRY, 1/4-15
by BWW News Desk - Jan 4, 2012


Featured as part of the Best of Fringe Uptown 2011, Living With Henry is a new musical drama that explores the fear, complications and realities of living with HIV/AIDS today. Though it is no longer a death sentence, the once carefree Michael must learn to come to terms with living with his chronic condition to gain a much deeper understanding of self and the complex world around him.

Next Stage Theatre Festival Presents LIVING WITH HENRY, 1/4-15
by Max Schwager - Dec 21, 2011


Featured as part of the Best of Fringe Uptown 2011, Living With Henry is a new musical drama that explores the fear, complications and realities of living with HIV/AIDS today. Though it is no longer a death sentence, the once carefree Michael must learn to come to terms with living with his chronic condition to gain a much deeper understanding of self and the complex world around him.

Performance Space 122’s 2012 COIL Festival Kicks Off 1/8
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 16, 2011


Performance Space 122's contemporary performance festival, COIL, returns in an expanded edition for its seventh year.

Brian Setzer’s Rockabilly Riot Plays Sound Board At Motorcity Hotel 12/1
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2011


MotorCity Casino Hotel has announced ' Brian Setzer's Rockabilly Riot' at Sound Board on Thursday, December 1 at 8:00 p.m.

Chicago Collective Makes NY Debut in Layered Response to Bergman
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 22, 2011


Performance Space 122 is set to present the New York debut of Chicago performance collective Every house has a door in the New York premiere of Let us think of these things always.

COTTON CLUB PARADE Plays City Center 11/18-22
by BWW News Desk - Nov 22, 2011


Carla Cook, Brandon Victor Dixon, Jared Grimes and Adriane Lenox have been cast in Duke Ellington's Cotton Club Parade, opening November 18 at New York City Center.

COTTON CLUB PARADE Plays City Center 11/18-22
by BWW News Desk - Nov 18, 2011


Carla Cook, Brandon Victor Dixon, Jared Grimes and Adriane Lenox have been cast in Duke Ellington's Cotton Club Parade, opening November 18 at New York City Center.

NY City Center And Jazz At Lincoln Center Presents Cotton Club Parade
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 14, 2011


Carla Cook, Brandon Victor Dixon, Jared Grimes and Adriane Lenox have been cast in Duke Ellington's Cotton Club Parade, opening November 18 at New York City Center.

PS 122's COIL Festival Expands Across NYC 1/5-29
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 3, 2011


Performance Space 122's 2012 COIL Festival to premiere experimental dance, theater and performance works from around the world, January 5-29.

FST Presents NEXT TO NORMAL 11/2-1/7/2012
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2011


Florida Studio Theatre presents the Southeastern Regional Premiere of the contemporary rock musical Next to Normal.

COTTON CLUB PARADE Plays City Center 11/18-22
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 27, 2011


Carla Cook, Brandon Victor Dixon, Jared Grimes and Adriane Lenox have been cast in Duke Ellington's Cotton Club Parade, opening November 18 at New York City Center.

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