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Al Hirschfeld immortalized celebrities, politicians, Broadway productions, films, television shows and beyond with his iconic linear drawings for nine decades, establishing himself as one of the most important contemporary portrait artists. Over a decade since the legendary artist drew his final line drawing, he continues to inspire. Tonight, September 29, at 6:30PM, The Art Students League of New York (215 W 57th Street) will host a discussion on the art and influence of perhaps the most popular graphic artist of the 20th century.

Al Hirschfeld immortalized celebrities, politicians, Broadway productions, films, television shows and beyond with his iconic linear drawings for nine decades, establishing himself as one of the most important contemporary portrait artists. Over a decade since the legendary artist drew his final line drawing, he continues to inspire. On September 29, at 6:30PM, The Art Students League of New York (215 W 57th Street) will host a discussion on the art and influence of perhaps the most popular graphic artist of the 20th century.

MusicaNova begins its thirteenth season in September 2015 with an expanded lineup of events, continuing its mission to play great new, neglected, and traditional music and introduce the finest young musicians to audiences in the Valley of the Sun. It's MusicaNova's goal to give each audience member 'the greatest musical experience you've never had - yet.' The MusicaNova Season is comprised of its Orchestra Concerts held in the Central Arts District; Collaborative Concerts performing with musicians from other genres such as jazz, Caribbean and Brazilian music; Salon Concerts in private homes; and its Young Artists Series, showcasing the Valley's brightest young musicians under age 18 in recital.

FirstWorks, Rhode Island's premiere organization for connecting art with audiences and the nonprofit producer of the recent Providence International Arts Festival, rode the post-festival momentum today with the announcement of its 2015-16 season. Their new season kicks off the week of Nov. 16, 2015, and brings together a diverse roster of luminary artists across the genres of music, dance, spoken word and interactive performance. Now entering its second decade, FirstWorks is expanding its Artistic Icons Series at The Vets, inaugurating a new Frontier Series of genre-defining artistry, and making each performance a festival unto itself with free, pre-show programs designed as local cultural showcases in event venue lobbies.

Pianist Kirill Gerstein will replace Jonathan Biss in the New York Philharmonic's performances of Brahms's Piano Concerto No. 1, conducted by Susanna Ma?lkki in her New York Philharmonic debut, tonight, May 21, 2015, at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, May 22 at 11:00 a.m.; and Saturday, May 23 at 8:00 p.m. Due to an arm injury suffered in a recent accident, Mr. Biss is unable to perform with the New York Philharmonic on the advice of his doctor.

Pianist Kirill Gerstein will replace Jonathan Biss in the New York Philharmonic's performances of Brahms's Piano Concerto No. 1, conducted by Susanna Ma?lkki in her New York Philharmonic debut, Thursday, May 21, 2015, at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, May 22 at 11:00 a.m.; and Saturday, May 23 at 8:00 p.m. Due to an arm injury suffered in a recent accident, Mr. Biss is unable to perform with the New York Philharmonic on the advice of his doctor.

Lexington, KY—As the contenders for this year's Kentucky Derby are starting to shape up, the world has begun to turn its attention to the twin spires of Churchill Downs for the high-stakes anticipation of “the most exciting two minutes in sports.” From the iconic garland of roses awaiting the champion in the winner's circle to the potent mint juleps that infuse the day with “spirit,” the Kentucky Derby is an American sporting event with unmatched history, tradition, and pageantry. Over its 140-year history, the Kentucky Derby has earned international acclaim as the greatest horse race in the world while maintaining a strong sense of regional identity.

Susanna Mälkki will make her New York Philharmonic debut conducting Brahms's Variations on a Theme by Haydn; Harvey's Tranquil Abiding; and Brahms's Piano Concerto No. 1, with Jonathan Biss as soloist. The concerts take place Thursday, May 21, 2015, at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, May 22 at 11:00 a.m.; and Saturday, May 23 at 8:00 p.m.

The Finborough Theatre's acclaimed Celebrating British Music Theatre series continues with the first professional London production in over twenty years of Gilbert and Sullivan's Princess Ida opening at the Finborough Theatre for a four week limited season on Tuesday, 24 March 2015 (Press Night: Thursday, 26 March 2015 at 7.30pm).

The Russian National Ballet Theatre, directed by Elena Radchenko, the legendary principal dancer of the Bolshoi Ballet, is considered a 'cut above its rivals' (Washington Post). Tonight, February 6th, 8pm, this esteemed Russian company will present Swan Lake, a stunning fantasy ballet and one of the most well-loved in the classical ballet repertoire, at the Marin Veteran's Memorial Auditorium (10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael.) Tickets are $45, $35 and $25; students (20 & under) $20. For groups of 10 or more, $5 discount per ticket. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Marin Center Box Office at 415.473.6800 or visit marincenter.org

The Russian National Ballet Theatre, directed by Elena Radchenko, the legendary principal dancer of the Bolshoi Ballet, is considered a 'cut above its rivals' (Washington Post). On Friday, February 6th, 8pm, this esteemed Russian company will present Swan Lake, a stunning fantasy ballet and one of the most well-loved in the classical ballet repertoire, at the Marin Veteran's Memorial Auditorium (10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael.) Tickets are $45, $35 and $25; students (20 & under) $20. For groups of 10 or more, $5 discount per ticket. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Marin Center Box Office at 415.473.6800 or visit marincenter.org

Among the most highly anticipated films to be released in 2014, Stoney Lake Entertainment announces the full-length action-adventuremotion picture LEFT BEHIND.

Leonard Slatkin will return to the New York Philharmonic to conduct the New York Premiere of The Marie-Josee Kravis Composer-in-Residence Christopher Rouse's Flute Concerto, with Principal Flute Robert Langevin as soloist; Copland's El Salon Mexico; Ravel's Gaspard de la nuit (orchestrated by Marius Constant), marking the Philharmonic's first time performing the complete work; and Ravel's Bolero, Thursday, October 30, 2014, at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, October 31 at 7:30 p.m. (performed without intermission); and Saturday, November 1 at 8:00 p.m.

Hulu and South Park Digital Studios announce the exclusive, multi-year licensing agreement to stream all seasons of “South Park” on the Hulu Plus subscription service.

Russian pianist Pavel Kolesnikov, Prize Laureate of the 2012 Honens Prize for Piano, makes his debut studio recording with Pyotr Tchaikovsky's The Seasons, Op 37b, andSix Morceaux, Op 19, on the Hyperion label (CDA68028).

The Harris Theater for Music and Dance today announced a broad spectrum of music performances for the 2014-2015 Harris Theater Presents season, one of the most ambitious music offerings to date, featuring many of today's leading musicians, ensembles, and organizations from around the world.

Christoph von Dohnanyi will return to the New York Philharmonic to conduct Brahms's Piano Concerto No. 1, featuring Paul Lewis in his Philharmonic debut, and Schumann's Symphony No. 2, tonight, April 10, 2014, at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, April 11 at 8:00 p.m.; Saturday, April 12 at 8:00 p.m.

Among the most highly anticipated films to be released in 2014, Stoney Lake Entertainment announces the full-length action-adventuremotion picture LEFT BEHIND.

#DEWXMENDOFP Mountain Dew today announced an official international-wide partnership with 20 th Century Fox's X-MEN: Days of Future Past, this summer's most eagerly awaited blockbuster, signaling the start of a robust campaign that will see Mountain Dew bring fans around the world closer to the film.

Christoph von Dohnanyi will return to the New York Philharmonic to conduct Brahms's Piano Concerto No. 1, featuring Paul Lewis in his Philharmonic debut, and Schumann's Symphony No. 2, Thursday, April 10, 2014, at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, April 11 at 8:00 p.m.; Saturday, April 12 at 8:00 p.m.

The Dallas Opera, in partnership with Klyde Warren Park and with support from The Dallas Arts District, is delighted to announce our first-ever artistic collaboration: a live simulcast of one of the most popular operas in the repertoire, Georges Bizet's 1875 masterpiece, CARMEN, starring the gorgeous and gifted French mezzo-soprano Clémentine Margaine in her American debut.

The Dallas Opera has announced the opening production of their 2013-2014 “By Love Transformed” Season: Georges Bizet's colorful, sensual and passionate 19th century masterpiece, CARMEN, one of the most beloved and popular works in the entire opera canon.

The Dallas Opera, in partnership with Klyde Warren Park and with support from The Dallas Arts District, is delighted to announce our first-ever artistic collaboration: a live simulcast of one of the most popular operas in the repertoire, Georges Bizet's 1875 masterpiece, CARMEN, starring the gorgeous and gifted French mezzo-soprano Clémentine Margaine in her American debut.

The Dallas Opera, in partnership with Klyde Warren Park and with support from The Dallas Arts District, is delighted to announce our first-ever artistic collaboration: a live simulcast of one of the most popular operas in the repertoire, Georges Bizet's 1875 masterpiece,CARMEN, starring the gorgeous and gifted French mezzo-soprano Clementine Margaine in her American debut!

St. Ann's Warehouse will present a colossal celebration of tiny art, Great Small Works' Tenth International Toy Theater Festival, today, June 14-23.