When a strange man mysteriously arrives in an even stranger middle-American town, his presence causes the sleepy lives of The Townspeople to awaken. Combining the traditional and mythical sounds of Americana bluegrass and mountain music with the musical theater form, Julian Po is a rollicking yet cautionary tale of Man's greatness.
The editors of Opera News are pleased to announce the honorees for the ninth annual Opera News Awards, paying tribute to five superb artists who have made invaluable contributions to the art form: director Patrice Chéreau, tenor Juan Diego Flórez, mezzo-soprano Christa Ludwig, bass-baritone James Morris and soprano Nina Stemme. The Opera News Awards ceremonywill take place on Sunday, April 13 at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. All the winners - and a host of the city's cultural, civic, and social luminaries - will be present at the gala awards dinner, which will feature celebrity presenters speaking about the awardees and introducing video performance clips.
The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Three major local premieres begin this week ('Next To Normal,' '9 To 5' and 'The Color Purple'), plus coverage of LOW's 'Cabaret,' two Cole Porter revues, busy Circle Theatre, 'Persuasion' is back, and 'In The Heights' and 'Hello, Dolly!' get their casts. It's a big Mosh Pit!
Best-selling authors Richard Seppala and Dan Kennedy released the second edition of 'No B.S. Direct Marketing' book. Kennedy dares marketers to dramatically simplify their marketing, refocusing on what works. This new book is updated to address the newest media and marketing methods. This marketing master plan delivers a short list of radically different, little-known, profit-proven direct mail strategies for any business. Strategies are illustrated by case history examples from an elite team of consultants - all phenomenally successful at borrowing direct marketing strategies from the world of mail-order, TV infomercials, etc., to use in 'ordinary' businesses including retail stores, restaurants, and sales.
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts' Target World Music and Dance Series continues in March, with a performance by New Zealand's leading contemporary dance company, Black Grace. The performance takes place tonight, March 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the Ordway's Music Theater.
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts' Target World Music and Dance Series continues in March, with a performance by New Zealand's leading contemporary dance company, Black Grace. The performance takes place March 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the Ordway's Music Theater.
Produced by Japan's renowned humanitarian and former First Lady Kayoko Hosokawa, who founded Special Olympics Nippon in 1994, Inclusion: The Joy of Drumming is the poignant story of a taiko drumming troupe comprised of intellectually disabled members, who rose to national fame when they placed second in the annual Tokyo International Japanese Drumming Competition in 2010. Japan Society hosts the New York Premiere screening of Inclusion tonight, December 5, at 6:30 pm, with Ms. Hosokawa introducing the film and taking part in a Q&A immediately after the screening.
Produced by Japan's renowned humanitarian and former First Lady Kayoko Hosokawa, who founded Special Olympics Nippon in 1994, Inclusion: The Joy of Drumming is the poignant story of a taiko drumming troupe comprised of intellectually disabled members, who rose to national fame when they placed second in the annual Tokyo International Japanese Drumming Competition in 2010. Japan Society hosts the New York Premiere screening of Inclusion on December 5, at 6:30 pm, with Ms. Hosokawa introducing the film and taking part in a Q&A immediately after the screening.
BBC AMERICA to premiere its new original series from Executive Producer Jamie Oliver, CHEF RACE: U.K. vs. U.S., with two back-to-back episodes on Tuesday, October 2. Ahead of the premiere, BBC AMERICA will present a special preview of the first episode on Saturday September 29, 10:00pm ET, following the mid-season finale of Doctor Who.
BBC AMERICA to premiere its new original series from Executive Producer Jamie Oliver, CHEF RACE: U.K. vs. U.S., with two back-to-back episodes on Tuesday, October 2. Ahead of the premiere, BBC AMERICA will present a special preview of the first episode on Saturday September 29, 10:00pm ET, following the mid-season finale of Doctor Who.
He's a new dad but an old hand at Broadway ensemble work as well as principal roles on other stages.
For the 14th year running, Japan Society introduces American audiences to the leading new dance from Japan and East Asia. One of the Society's most popular events, the 14th Annual Contemporary Dance Showcase: Japan + East Asia takes place Friday & Saturday, January 7 & 8 at 7:30 pm.
For the 14th year running, Japan Society introduces American audiences to the leading new dance from Japan and East Asia. One of the Society's most popular events, the 14th Annual Contemporary Dance Showcase: Japan + East Asia takes place Friday & Saturday, January 7 & 8 at 7:30 pm.
For the 14th year running, Japan Society introduces American audiences to the leading new dance from Japan and East Asia. One of the Society's most popular events, the 14th Annual Contemporary Dance Showcase: Japan + East Asia takes place Friday & Saturday, January 7 & 8 at 7:30 pm.
THE CORNELIA STREET CAFE has announced an exciting schedule of events for the month of November full of diverse musical styles for all kinds of musical tastes!
THE CORNELIA STREET CAFE has announced an exciting schedule of events for the month of November full of diverse musical styles for all kinds of musical tastes!
LA LUNA NUEVA - A festival of Hispanic arts and culture from around the world in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Sponsored by PGE Foundation
LA LUNA NUEVA - A festival of Hispanic arts and culture from around the world in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Sponsored by PGE Foundation
On May 23, Yangtze Repertory Theatre of America (www.yangtze-rep-theatre.org) will end its run of 'Laughing in the Wind: A Cautionary Tale in Martial Arts,' based on a novel by Jin Yong, China's most popular writer of the Martial Arts (Wuxia) genre, and arguably the most widely read author in the Chinese speaking world.
The METROPOLITAN ROOM announces show and performer changes for the month of May.
From April 30 to May 23, Yangtze Repertory Theatre of America (www.yangtze-rep-theatre.org) will present 'Laughing in the Wind: A Cautionary Tale in Martial Arts,' based on a novel by Jin Yong, China's most popular writer of the Martial Arts (Wuxia) genre, and arguably the most widely read author in the Chinese speaking world.
From April 30 to May 23, Yangtze Repertory Theatre of America (www.yangtze-rep-theatre.org) will present 'Laughing in the Wind: A Cautionary Tale in Martial Arts,' based on a novel by Jin Yong, China's most popular writer of the Martial Arts (Wuxia) genre, and arguably the most widely read author in the Chinese speaking world.
The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) announced today that Daytime Emmy® award-winning talk show host and comedian Joy Behar will receive the Excellence in Media Award at the 21st Annual GLAAD Media Awards Presented in New York by IBM and Prudential on March 13, 2010 at the Marriott Marquis.
The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) announced today that Daytime Emmy® award-winning talk show host and comedian Joy Behar will receive the Excellence in Media Award at the 21st Annual GLAAD Media Awards Presented in New York by IBM and Prudential on March 13, 2010 at the Marriott Marquis.
A new musical about a runaway slave who becomes one of America's first Black Cowboys will debut this fall when CROSS THAT RIVER is presented by The New York Musical Theatre Festival and Patricia Harris, starting October 12, 2009 at TBG Theatre (312 West 36th Street - 3rd Floor) in New York City.
A new musical about a runaway slave who becomes one of America's first Black Cowboys will debut this fall when CROSS THAT RIVER is presented by The New York Musical Theatre Festival and Patricia Harris, starting October 12, 2009 at TBG Theatre (312 West 36th Street - 3rd Floor) in New York City.
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