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WASHINGTON, Oct. 28, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ The Library of Congress has awarded First Book, a nonprofit social enterprise, with its prestigious David M. Rubenstein Prize for 2015. One of three Literacy Awards presented by the Library of Congress annually, the Rubenstein Prize is awarded to an organization that has made outstanding and measurable contributions in increasing literacy levels and has demonstrated exceptional and sustained depth and breadth in its commitment to the advancement of literacy. In addition, the award, which includes a $150,000 cash prize, honors organizations that meet the highest standards of excellence in operations and services.

Leading independent studio Entertainment One (eOne) announced today it secured a deal with Hulu for the exclusive streaming rights in the U.S. for The Enfield Haunting

This week FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visitwww.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.

DanceWorks, Toronto's longest running contemporary dance series, presents the critically acclaimed Daniel Leveille Danse in the Toronto premiere of SOLITUDES SOLO, choreographed by the award-winning Daniel Leveille, for two days only, tongiht, October 23 and tomorrow, October 24 as part of Harbourfront Centre's NextSteps at Harbourfront Centre Theatre (formerly Enwave Theatre).

The New York Arm Wrestling Association (NYAWA) today announced that the 38th Annual Empire State 'Golden Arm' Tournament of Champions (Official 2015 NY State Arm Wrestling Championships), featuring New York State Strongest Arm male and female MVP Awards, will be held on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2015, beginning at 1:00 p.m. at Cheap Shots Sports Bar, 149-05 Union Turnpike Flushing, Queens, NY 11367.

SAN FRANCISCO (October 12, 2015) –– San Francisco Opera Center Director Sheri Greenawald announced today the twelve recipients of the 2016 Adler Fellowship, a multi-year performance-oriented residency offering advanced young artists intensive individual training, coaching and professional seminars, as well as a wide range of performance opportunities. Adler Fellows are selected from the young artists who have participated in the Merola Opera Program. This prestigious training program has nurtured the development of more than 150 young artists since its inception.

A&E Network presents the supernatural thriller THE ENFIELD HAUNTING, a dramatization of the terrifying real-life events that took place in a seemingly ordinary home in northern London during the fall of 1977.

The Stella Adler Theatre is thrilled to present the West Coast Premiere of AY, CARMELA!, written by Jose Sanchis Sinisterra, adapted by Nilo Cruz and Catalina Botello, with Scenic Design by noted Architect Frank Gehry (his Los Angeles Intimate Theatre debut!) and directed by Alberto Arvelo. 

DanceWorks, Toronto's longest running contemporary dance series, presents the critically acclaimed Daniel Léveillé Danse in the Toronto premiere of SOLITUDES SOLO, choreographed by the award-winning Daniel Léveillé, for two days only, Friday October 23 and Saturday October 24 as part of Harbourfront Centre's NextSteps at Harbourfront Centre Theatre (formerly Enwave Theatre).

 Merged Work Productions (Lead Producers) and Jack Thomas (Executive Producer) announced today that music-world icons and television stars Steven Van Zandt and Paul Shaffer, along with Maureen Van Zandt and Joe Grano (Jersey Boys), have joined the Broadway-bound musical Piece of My Heart: The Bert Berns Story as lead producers.  It was also announced that Mr. Van Zandt will serve as the show's musical director.  Piece of My Heart will open on Broadway in 2016. 

First announced back in 2009, BroadwayWorld.com broke news earlier this year about the long gestating BAT OUT OF HELL Musical - revealing exclusively that musician and producer Todd Rundgren joined the team and that the show was hoping to make a 2016 world premiere in Toronto. Producers Michael Cohl and David Sonenberg have joined the project as co-producers, alongside the previously announced Elva Corrie.

New York City Ballet's 2015 Fall Gala will once again bring together the worlds of dance and fashion with a program consisting of five ballets each featuring original costumes created by an international roster of six of the fashion world's most exciting creative artists.

Old-time hockey heads “right back to where it started from” tomorrow night at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBCSN, when the Pittsburgh Penguins host the Tampa Bay Lightning in the inaugural Kraft Hockeyville USA

Old-time hockey heads “right back to where it started from” tonight, Sept. 29, with NBC Sports Group's coverage of the inaugural Kraft Hockeyville USA

A&E Network presents the supernatural thriller THE ENFIELD HAUNTING, a dramatization of the terrifying real-life events that took place in a seemingly ordinary home in northern London during the fall of 1977.

DanceWorks, Toronto's longest running contemporary dance series, proudly presents the first show of its 39th season: the world premiere of Woven, a Tribal Crackling Wind production choreographed by award-winning Artistic Director, choreographer Peter Chin. A major new work that reflects the spirit of traditional weaving communities, Woven premieres tonight, September 24, and runs to Saturday, September 26 at 8pm nightly at Harbourfront Centre Theatre as part of NextSteps.

Old-time hockey heads “right back to where it started from” on Tuesday, Sept. 29, with NBC Sports Group's coverage of the inaugural Kraft Hockeyville USA

In light of the death of conductor Sir David Willc*cks, Recording Academy president and CEO Neil Portnow has issued a statement expressing the Academy's sorrow for the loss of this artist.

?The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra and Conductor John Morris Russell are delighted to announce the Pops' 2015-2016 season at Cincinnati Music Hall, the fifth under the direction of Mr. Russell. The season, presented by PNC along with the Pops Artist Series Sponsor, The Otto M. Budig Family Foundation, features exciting guest artist debuts, alongside the return of the best genres and artists that have built the Pops into an American icon.

From tonight, September 10, through September 20, 2015, Houston Ballet launches its 46th season with a revival of the epic love story Manon, choreographed by Sir Kenneth MacMillan and featuring scenery and costumes by the acclaimed British designer Peter Farmer.

From September 10 - 20, 2015, Houston Ballet launches its 46th season with a revival of the epic love story Manon, choreographed by Sir Kenneth MacMillan and featuring scenery and costumes by the acclaimed British designer Peter Farmer. Houston Ballet will give six performances of Manon at Wortham Theater Center in downtown Houston. Tickets may be purchased by calling 713 227 2787 or by visiting www.houstonballet.org.

Houston, Texas – From September 10 – 20, 2015, Houston Ballet launches its 46th season with a revival of the epic love story Manon, choreographed by Sir Kenneth MacMillan and featuring scenery and costumes by the acclaimed British designer Peter Farmer. Houston Ballet will give six performances of Manon at Wortham Theater Center in downtown Houston. Tickets may be purchased by calling 713 227 2787 or by visiting www.houstonballet.org.

TORONTO (August 27, 2015) - DanceWorks, Toronto's longest running contemporary dance series, proudly presents the first show of its  39th season: the world premiere of Woven, a Tribal Crackling Wind production choreographed by award-winning Artistic Director, choreographer Peter Chin. A major new work that reflects the spirit of traditional weaving communities, Woven premieres Thursday, September 24 and runs to Saturday, September 26 at 8pmnightly at Harbourfront Centre Theatre as part of NextSteps. Tickets are now on sale.

DanceWorks, Toronto's longest running contemporary dance series, proudly presents the first show of its  39th season: the world premiereof Woven, a Tribal Crackling Wind production choreographed by award-winning Artistic Director, choreographer Peter Chin. A major new work that reflects the spirit of traditional weaving communities, Woven premieres Thursday, September 24 and runs to Saturday, September 26 at 8pm nightly at Harbourfront Centre Theatre as part of NextSteps. Tickets are now on sale.

While August is quickly winding down, much of the country is still engulfed in an oppressive summer heat. Whether or not it's global warming (it's global warming), there is no escaping the Dog Days of Summer. So, for our monthly feature, Jeff Walker and I made the only tangentially related leap to take a look at our favorite showtunes about animals, dogs or otherwise. Take a look at what we came up with, and share yours in the comments below.