Arts & Leisure 1996

Opened: May 19, 1996
Closing: June 09, 1996

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Fuel Reveals Lineup of Autumn 2023 Programming; FLIP!, Inua Ellams, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2023


Fuel has announced its programme of work for autumn 2023. Fuel favourite Inua Ellams has three projects including a special edition of his much loved night-time cultural walking tour through an urban space The Midnight Run, this time celebrating the revival of the City of London’s famous ancient Batholomew Fair. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Thomas Putzier Selected as Neon Museum's 2022 Artist in Residence
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2022


The Neon Museum has announced that acclaimed interdisciplinary artist, Thomas Putzier, has been selected as its seventh Artist in Residence (AIR7).

McCarter Continues the Season with A Robust Lineup of Musicals, Tour Premieres, Comedy, Dance, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2022


McCarter continues the season with a jam-packed lineup of music, theater, dance, and family programming.

BWW Exclusive: Jonathan Larson's College Roommate, Emmy-Winner Todd Robinson, Pens Essay About the Composer
by Todd Robinson - Feb 4, 2022


Emmy Award winning screen writer and director Todd Robinson is known for his work on White Squall, Lonely Hearts, The Last Full Measure and more. But a little known fact about Robinson is that he was the college roommate and best friend of Jonathan Larson.

GATSBY IN CONNECTICUT to Premier at Garden State Film Festival
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Feb 18, 2020


F. Scott Fitzgerald's masterpiece, The Great Gatsby, has become synonymous with the lifestyle of the rich and famous on Long Island. But what if that connection is false? The argument that the real West and East Egg can be found on the other side of Long Island Sound is brilliantly argued in the 2020 documentary, GATSBY IN CONNECTICUT: The Untold Story.

HAMILTON, Michael Feinstein and More are Coming to the Kravis Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2020


The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is offering Broadway's biggest hit, plus amazing concerts and memorable special events for every entertainment preference, from classical music to razzle dazzle dancers, from international performing artists to musical favorites from the Great American Songbook, along with several fascinating talks and lectures throughout the month of February.

Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival Announces Mark Morris Dance Group and Umanoove/Didy Veldman
by Marianka Swain - Jul 4, 2019


Mark Morris Dance Group & Music Ensemble returns to Jacob's Pillow's Ted Shawn Theatre, July 17-21, restaging both new and beloved repertory. 'A tour de force of artistic storytelling' (The Los Angeles Times), this audience favorite is renowned for deeply witty and poetic dance and has amassed one of the most extensive Pillow performance records of any artist. Mark Morris Dance Group & Music Ensemble performs Prelude and Prelude-a work that has not been performed anywhere since 1992-the new work Sport, excerpts from Words, and the company classic Grand Duo.

The Flea Theater Announces New Resident Directors
by Julie Musbach - Jun 14, 2019


The Flea Theater is proud to announce the addition of six new Resident Directors to its intensive practicum for early-career directors. Rebecca Aparicio, Jake Beckhard, Daniella Caggiano, Lauren DeLeon, Will Steinberger, and Raz Golden will join the current group of Resident Directors. 

Bernadette Peters, THE LION KING, and More Come to the Kravis Center
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2019


The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts celebrates the circle of life and numerous other entertainment pleasures with an audience-pleasing assortment of stellar concerts, shows and special events throughout April and May

Selladoor Worldwide Wins Tender To Run Queens Theatre Barnstaple and The Landmark Theatre Ilfracombe
by Stephi Wild - Nov 23, 2018


Selladoor Worldwide, against stiff competition, have won the tender to run the Queen's Theatre, Barnstaple and The Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe from January 2019 for a minimum of ten years. This is further expansion of the company's move into venue, which includes the partnership with the Blackpool Entertainment Company, to bring creative life to the historical Pavilion Theatre, Blackpool.

Newark Downtown District & Njpac Present A Free Concert Featuring Commodores, Eric Benet & Special Guests
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2018


The Newark Downtown District is the vibrant setting for a free community concert celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Newark Downtown District (NDD) on Tuesday, Oct. 16. Presented in partnership with the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), this special event features live music by The Commodores and Eric Benet, soul and R&B hits with DJ Felix Hernandez, and appearances by radio personalities Shaila Scott (WBLS 107.5 FM) and DJ Wallah (HOT 97) as co-hosts.'What better way to celebrate 20 years in Downtown Newark than to jam out with the entire community?" said Anthony McMillan, Chief Executive Officer of the Newark Downtown District. "We can't wait to enjoy a night to commemorate what's been done and to cheer what's to come!"

Newark Downtown District & NJPAC Present A Free Community Concert
by Julie Musbach - Sep 21, 2018


The Newark Downtown District is the vibrant setting for a free community concert celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Newark Downtown District (NDD) on Tuesday, Oct. 16. Presented in partnership with the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), this special event features live music by The Commodores and Eric Benet, soul and R&B hits with DJ Felix Hernandez, and appearances by radio personalities Shaila Scott (WBLS 107.5 FM) and DJ Wallah (HOT 97) as co-hosts.

Booking.com Cooks Up 'Taste of Travel' Experience in New York With Celebrity Chef Marcus Samuelsson
by Marina Kennedy - Jul 31, 2018


Booking.com, the digital travel company that connects travelers with the widest choice of incredible places to stay, is offering up an experience to feed a foodie's appetite - a stay at the "Taste of Travel" ultimate culinary dream home in New York City, complete with a food truck curated by celebrity Chef Marcus Samuelsson.

Six Composer-Librettist Teams Selected for Fort Worth Opera's Diverse 2018 Showcase
by Julie Musbach - Mar 16, 2018


Fort Worth Opera (FWOpera) announced today the names of the six composer and librettist teams whose unpublished works have been selected for the company's sixth annual, critically-acclaimed new works series, Frontiers - funded in part by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation. Held during the final week of the 2018 FWOpera Festival, these selected pieces will be presented in two separate showcases of three works each on Wednesday, May 2 from 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm, and Thursday, May 3 from 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm, on the stage of Bass Performance Hall. Featuring 20-minute excerpts of each selected piece, these brand-new operas will be sung by artists from the 2018 FWOpera Festival with piano accompaniment.

Photo Coverage: A Final Farewell to Those We've Lost in 2017
by Walter McBride - Jan 2, 2018


As we say goodbye to 2017, we remember all of those we have lost in this past year. From actors to directors and musicians, these people have shared their gifts with us and they will not be forgotten. Join BroadwayWorld in remembering some of these people below.

The Flea Announces Spring 2018 Season
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 13, 2017


Niegel Smith, Artistic Director and Carol Ostrow, Producing Director of The Flea Theater proudly announce the slate for their spring season, which will feature three world premieres, the return of its late-night series Serials, as well as new programming Cereals, plays for younger audiences and Flea Fridays, an immersive weekend cabaret.

Sally Field Adds Second Show at the Crown & Anchor This August
by BWW News Desk - Jul 14, 2017


Due to overwhelming demand, Producer Rick Murray has added a second evening of conversation with award-winning actress Sally Field to the star-studded lineup of the 2017 Cabaret Series.

Spanish Adaptation of ROMEO AND JULIET & More Set for Theater on the Lake's 65th Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 28, 2017


The Chicago Park District today announced the five genre-defying productions comprising the 65th season of Theater on the Lake, the Chicago Park District summer theater festival.

Sally Field to Discuss Storied Career, Tennessee Williams and More in Provincetown
by BWW News Desk - Jun 16, 2017


Producer Rick Murray has added award-winning actress Sally Field to the star-studded lineup of the 2017 Cabaret Series.

Spanish Adaptation of ROMEO AND JULIET & More Set for Theater on the Lake's 65th Season
by BWW News Desk - Jun 12, 2017


The Chicago Park District today announced the five genre-defying productions comprising the 65th season of Theater on the Lake, the Chicago Park District summer theater festival.

The 'RANT' Returns! Lewis Black at PPAC Today
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2017


LEWIS BLACK has announced live dates for 2017, including a show at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Today, February 3 at 8P.

Abigail Breslin, Norbert Leo Butz and More Join The New Group's 2016-17 Season
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2016


The New Group announces additional casting for productions coming up in the company's 2016-2017 Season.

The 'RANT' Returns! Lewis Black at PPAC 2/3
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 14, 2016


LEWIS BLACK has announced live dates for 2017, including a show at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on Friday, February 3 at 8P.

East Village Theater The Culture Project Files for Bankruptcy
by Louisa Brady - Jul 2, 2016


According to Broadway Journal, The Culture Project, a theater located in the East Village, has filed for bankruptcy protection.

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