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Opened: February 26, 1980
Closing: April 06, 1980

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Left for Dead Releases Two Vintage Tracks From Pioneering NYC Synth Punks Comateens
by Michael Major - Nov 21, 2023

The Comateens’ Ramona Jan and Nicholas “Nic North” Dembling had just gotten started when they recorded “Danger Zone,” a sneering, blaring punk song spit-sung by Nicholas with Ramona Jan’s untutored guitars sounding like an electric razor, a catchy chorus floating in from Jan’s love of Motown.

The Greek National Opera Presents Philippe Hersant And Jean Eshenoz's LES ECLAIRS November 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 9, 2023

The Greek National Opera (GNO) presents the national premiere of Les Éclairs (Flashes of Lightning), a four-act, fictionalized account of the life of Nikola Tesla by French composer Philippe Hersant and librettist Jean Echenoz.

SMoCA 25th Anniversary Will Highlight the Work of American Painter Dorothy Fratt
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023

Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA), which will celebrate its 25th anniversary on Feb. 14, 2024, is also opening the first major U.S. museum exhibition on the prolific, yet underrecognized, American painter Dorothy Fratt the same month.

Multi-Platinum Award-Winning Violin Superstar David Garrett Oceania Bound for Iconic Tour
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 3, 2023

David Garrett, the global rockstar violin virtuoso, will make his triumphant Oceania debut, performing highly anticipated concerts in Australia and New Zealand in September and October 2023.

John Wetton to Release 'An Extraordinary Life' 8CD Box Set in November
by Michael Major - Jul 31, 2023

The “An Extraordinary Life” box set contains 8 remastered CDs, featuring the six solo albums Wetton released between 1980 and 2011. Each album now includes special bonus tracks. Additionally, two further discs are included which feature a gold mine of rare, live and unreleased material from the vaults, compiled by John`s archivist, Rick Nelson.

The Kennedy Center Unveils Exciting Lineup for Fall 2023 Hip Hop Culture Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2023

Discover the exciting lineup and immersive experiences of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts' Fall 2023 Hip Hop Culture Season. From electrifying concerts to groundbreaking exhibitions, this season promises to showcase the best of hip hop culture. Immerse yourself in the world of hip hop at the iconic Kennedy Center.

The Del Fuegos to Return to Massachusetts for Reunion Concert in July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2023

Upper Entertainment, LLC, has confirmed the long-awaited reunion concert of The Del Fuegos to take place July 15th at the East Bridgewater Commercial Club in East Bridgewater, MA.

Victoria Phillips Comes To Inspir Carnegie Hill To Discuss Her Latest Book
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2023

Former Dancer at Martha Graham Dance Company, Victoria Phillips, now a Ph.D., with nearly five advanced academic degrees, is bringing her wisdom and inspiration to Inspīr Carnegie Hill, as part of an ongoing series for residents focused on celebrating older adults who are still actively pursuing their dreams, despite being in their 80s, 90s and beyond. 

RE: SCOTT BURTON'S ATRIUM FURNISHMENT to Open in May
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 27, 2023

Organized by Darling Green in collaboration with Soft Network, Re: Scott Burton's Atrium Furnishment brings together a group of artists in dialogue with artworks and archival material from the estates of Scott Burton (1939–1989) and Rosemary Mayer (1943–2014). 

Beatles Historian Ken Womack Pens Official 'Imagine' Essay For 2023 Library Of Congress
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2023

Monmouth University Professor of English and Popular Music Kenneth Womack, a Beatles author and historian, has been personally invited by the United States Library of Congress to provide the essay for one of 2023's new items in the National Recording Registry, John Lennon's recording of 'Imagine.'

First Ever Revival of EVELYN BROWN (A DIARY) to be Presented at La MaMa in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2023

La MaMa will present the first-ever revival of Evelyn Brown (A Diary), a lost work by the celebrated playwright María Irene Fornés (1930–2018).

BEING ROBIN- A Love Letter To Robin Williams Screens With the Filmmaker at The Cabot
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2023

Being Robin, a non-fiction movie described as “a love letter to Robin Williams” by filmmaker/performer Roger Kabler, will be shown at The Cabot in Beverly, MA on Saturday February 18th at 7:30pm.

Jerry Longe Plays Final Year as Scrooge in Omaha Community Playhouse's A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Stephi Wild - Oct 25, 2022

This year will be Jerry Longe’s final year as Ebenezer Scrooge in the Omaha Community Playhouse’s mainstage production of A Christmas Carol. Longe has played the role of Scrooge for 17 years. 

Author And Historian Kenneth Womack To Discuss The Beatles at 92NY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2022

World-renowned Beatles scholar and author Kenneth Womack, PhD, will speak about the Beatles' story as part of 92nd Street Y's virtual 'Roundtable' series. The four-session program, entitled 'Ladies and Gentlemen, the Beatles!' starts October 7, 2022 at 2 pm ET and runs on consecutive Fridays throughout the month.

Omar Sosa to Bring Quarteto Americanos to Overture This Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2022

Seven-time Grammy Award nominee Omar Sosa is a Cuban-born pianist and composer who has developed an earthy and graceful signature sound that blends elements of jazz, world, hip hop, electronica and classical music with his Afro-Cuban roots and is a joy to see in concert.

Magical Mystery Girls Beatles Tribute Band & Music Scholar Kenneth Womack To Celebrate 'Sgt. Pepper' & Sir Paul
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 26, 2022

Wonderwall Communications will present the fifth anniversary celebration of the Magical Mystery Girls, America's premier all-female Beatles tribute band, with special guest Dr. Kenneth Womack, a world-renowned authority on the Beatles and their enduring cultural influence.

Light in the Attic Announce 'Earl's Closet'
by Michael Major - May 26, 2022

Earl McGrath was the ultimate ’70s jet setter, an art collector and comic bon vivant, who stumbled into the record business and discovered Daryl Hall and John Oates, and later Jim Carroll, while holding court at his legendary salons in Los Angeles and New York. Atlantic founder Ahmet Ertegun gave Earl his own label, Clean Records, in 1970.

Magical Mystery Girls Beatles Tribute Band & Music Historian Kenneth Womack Join Forces For “Rooftop Concert” Show
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 21, 2022

Wonderwall Communications will present 'I've Got a Feeling: A Celebration of the Beatles' Rooftop Concert' featuring the Magical Mystery Girls, America's premier all-female Beatles tribute band, and Kenneth Womack, author and world-renowned authority on the Beatles and their enduring cultural influence. This special event will take place Sunday, June 5, 2022 at 2 pm (doors at 1 pm) at The Cutting Room.

28 Theater Books for Your Spring 2022 Reading List
by Team BWW - Apr 9, 2022

Spring has sprung and the great weather calls for a great book to enjoy outdoors! You're in luck, because this year, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 28 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.

'Jonas Mekas: The Camera Was Always Running' Opens On Friday at The Jewish Museum
by Stephi Wild - Feb 17, 2022

The Jewish Museum presents Jonas Mekas: The Camera Was Always Running,  the first U.S. museum survey of the Lithuanian-born filmmaker, poet, critic, and institution-builder who helped shape the avant-garde in New York City and beyond.

Louise Redknapp Joins the Cast of FATAL ATTRACTION
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2022

From Wednesday 9th March (New Theatre, Cardiff) acclaimed actress, musician, TV presenter and Strictly Come Dancing star Louise Redknapp joins Oliver Farnworth (Dan Gallagher) as his wife, Beth and Susie Amy who takes on the role of Alex Forrest when Kym Marsh concludes her run in the tour on Saturday 5th March 2022.

Seth Meyers to Host PEN America Literary Awards Honoring Elaine May & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2022

PEN America today announced writer and Emmy Award-winning late night host Seth Meyers, who has uplifted countless authors’ voices—as the host for the organization’s 2022 Literary Awards, which return this year as a momentous in-person event, on February 28 at New York City’s Town Hall (123 W 43rd St).

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Return to the Auditorium Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 1, 2022

The Auditorium Theatre (50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive) will present the return of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, America’s beloved cultural ambassador to the world, for six performances only, March 2-6, 2022.

Ailey National Tour Celebrates A Decade Of Robert Battle's Leadership And 50th Anniversary Of Alvin Ailey's CRY
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2022

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, America's beloved cultural ambassador to the world, returns to stages on a coast-to-coast National Tour starting January 28 in Philadelphia, kicking off Black History Month at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. on February 1 ,  and traveling to cities like Atlanta, Miami, Berkeley, Boston, Chicago, and Los Angeles before the finale in Newark on May 8.

25 Theater Books for Your Winter 2022 Reading List
by Team BWW - Jan 29, 2022

Winter is here and what better time of year to stay in and snuggle up with a great book? You're in luck, because this year, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 25 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's winter reading list.

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