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GRAVITY Among Line-Up for Telluride Film Festival; Full Program Selections Announced
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 28, 2013


Telluride Film Festival, presented by the National Film Preserve, today announced its official program selections for the 40th anniversary edition of Telluride Film Festival.

NY Philharmonic Opens Season with Yo-Yo Ma Gala Concert, 9/25
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 21, 2013


Music Director Alan Gilbert opens the New York Philharmonic's 2013-14 season with the Opening Gala concert, headlined by cellist Yo-Yo Ma, Wednesday, September 25, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. Mr. Gilbert will conduct Mr. Ma and the Orchestra in two works by Argentinian composers: the World Premiere of Octavio Brunetti's arrangement, commissioned by the New York Philharmonic, of a suite from Astor Piazzolla's La serie del Ángel, and Osvaldo Golijov's Azul, composed for the eminent cellist. The program opens with Ravel's Alborada del gracioso and closes with Bolero, two pieces that reflect the French composer's fascination with Spain. The concert will be telecast nationally on Live From Lincoln Center at a later date, and Classical 105.9 FM WQXR at 7:30 p.m.

EIGHT IS ENOUGH Among Warner Archive's New Releases
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 13, 2013


The Warner Archive Collection announces its newest releases:

The Public Postpones PIRATES OF PENZANCE Benefit Until Tomorrow
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 10, 2013


The Public Theater (Artistic Director, Oskar Eustis; Executive Director, Patrick Willingham) announced today that due to inclement weather, The Public Theater Gala performance of THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE will now happen on the rain date, Tuesday, June 11 at 8:00 p.m. at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park. A stand-by line for tomorrow's concert performance will start forming at 6:00 p.m. with any available tickets given out just prior to curtain.

THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL's Vanessa Williams Hosts WABC-TV's BROADWAY BACKSTAGE: SPRING PREVIEW Today
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2013


This weekend, WABC-7 airs a half-hour special covering highlights of the spring season on Broadway, including ANNIE, THE ASSEMBLED PARTIES, I'LL EAT YOU LAST, JERSEY BOYS, LUCKY GUY, MATILDA THE MUSICAL, MOTOWN THE MUSICAL, PIPPIN, and more. 'Broadway Backstage: Spring Preview' airs tonight, May 18 from 7:00-7:30PM.

WABC-TV's Broadway Backstage: Spring Preview Airs Tomorrow
by Kelsey Denette - May 17, 2013


This weekend, WABC-7 airs a half-hour special covering highlights of the spring season on Broadway, including ANNIE, THE ASSEMBLED PARTIES, I'LL EAT YOU LAST, JERSEY BOYS, LUCKY GUY, MATILDA THE MUSICAL, MOTOWN THE MUSICAL, PIPPIN, and more. "Broadway Backstage: Spring Preview" airs tomorrow, Saturday, May 18 from 7:00-7:30PM.

THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL's Vanessa Williams to Host WABC-TV's BROADWAY BACKSTAGE: SPRING PREVIEW, 5/18
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2013


This weekend, WABC-7 airs a half-hour special covering highlights of the spring season on Broadway, including ANNIE, THE ASSEMBLED PARTIES, I'LL EAT YOU LAST, JERSEY BOYS, LUCKY GUY, MATILDA THE MUSICAL, MOTOWN THE MUSICAL, PIPPIN, and more. 'Broadway Backstage: Spring Preview' airs on Saturday, May 18 from 7:00-7:30PM.

Kean's Department of Theatre Presents HAIRSPRAY, Beginning 2/22
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 12, 2013


Almost twenty-five years to the day John Waters' iconic film was released, the Kean Department of Theatre will present the Tony Award-winning musical adaptation of Hairspray from Friday, February 22nd to Saturday, March 2nd in Kean University's Wilkins Theatre. Featuring music by Mark Shaiman, lyrics by Scott Wittman and Mr. Shaiman, and a book by Mark O'Donnell and Thomas Meehan, Hairspray is based on Mr. Waters' popular 1988 comedy of the same name, and received its Broadway premiere on August 15, 2002. Hairspray ran for nearly six-and-a-half years on Broadway (over 2,500 performances), and collected an unprecedented thirteen Tony Award nominations in 2003, going on to win in eight categories (including Best Musical), the most wins by any production nominated that year. It has subsequently toured throughout the United States and received several high-profile international productions, including a successful run in London's West End in 2008 that garnered a record eleven Laurence Olivier Award nominations, ultimately winning four awards (including Best New Musical). In 2007, a second feature film adaptation of Hairspray - based on the original film and Broadway musical - was released, starring John Travolta and Michelle Pfeiffer.

TESIS, BILBAO, and More Included in Science Fiction Film Festival, 1/16-3/6
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 15, 2013


The Philip K. Dick Science Fiction Film Festival which opened its first annual event this past December has partnered with the Cervantes Institute to host the much anticipated 'A Retrospective of Classic Spanish Horror Cinema' every Wednesday at 7pm from January 16 through March 6. The event kicks off with the screening of Alejandro Amenábar's chilling film Tesis (1996), a unique interpretation that presents secrets, crime and suspense in this Goya Award winner for Best Film. Nothing is as frightening yet absolutely brilliant than the featured works from filmmakers who have brought forth a classic cornerstone of cinema and have unleashed some of the most heart-wrenching moments in movie history.

Aurora Theatre's Founding Artistic Director Barbara Oliver to Direct WILDER TIMES, 11/2-12/9
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 3, 2012


Aurora Theatre Company founding Artistic Director Barbara Oliver returns to the company for its 21st season to direct WILDER TIMES, a collection of one-act plays by Thornton Wilder. Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist and playwright, and former Berkeley resident, Thornton Wilder is best known for his full length play Our Town, but he was also an accomplished master of the short play form, specifically creating shorter works to be staged in spaces such as Aurora's, with the audience seated on three sides of the action or in the round.

Aurora Theatre's Founding Artistic Director Barbara Oliver to Direct WILDER TIMES
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 31, 2012


Aurora Theatre Company founding Artistic Director Barbara Oliver returns to the company for its 21st season to directWILDER TIMES, a collection of one-act plays by Thornton Wilder. Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist and playwright, and former Berkeley resident, Thornton Wilder is best known for his full length play Our Town, but he was also an accomplished master of the short play form, specifically creating shorter works to be staged in spaces such as Aurora's, with the audience seated on three sides of the action or in the round.

SPA's Fall Luncheon to Feature THE HELP Author Kathryn Stockett, 10/10
by BWW News Desk - Aug 16, 2012


Society for the Performing Arts (SPA), Houston's premier performing arts presenter, will host its 16th Annual Fall Luncheon on Wednesday, October 10, 2012, at 11 a.m. in Jones Hall. This year's Luncheon, chaired by Lucinda Loya, with Karen Pulaski serving as the Honorary Chair, will feature guest speaker Kathryn Stockett, author of The New York Times Bestseller, The Help.

Glenn Close to Voice 'The Giant' in Public Theater's INTO THE WOODS in the Park!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 16, 2012


The Public Theater will begin previews on Monday, July 23 for Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's beloved musical INTO THE WOODS, the second show of The Public's 50th Anniversary season at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park. Directed by Timothy Sheader with co-direction by Liam Steel, INTO THE WOODS will continue for five weeks through Saturday, August 25, with an official press opening on Thursday, August 9.

Celebrate Brooklyn! Performing Arts Festival Kicks Off Today, 6/5
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2012


Celebrate Brooklyn! previously announced its lineup for this year, which begins today, June 5 with a free concert by reggae icon Jimmy Cliff.

Shakespeare in the Park's AS YOU LIKE IT Begins Previews 6/5
by Nicole Rosky - May 30, 2012


The Public Theater will begin previews on Tuesday, June 5 for AS YOU LIKE IT, the first show of The Public's 50th Anniversary season at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park--home of free Shakespeare in the Park. Directed by Daniel Sullivan, AS YOU LIKE IT will continue for four weeks through Saturday, June 30, with an official press opening on Thursday, June 21.

Rover Dramawerks Holds LOVE IN E FLAT Auditions, 5/21-22
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2012


Rover Dramawerks announced auditions for LOVE IN E FLAT by Norman Krasna, directed by Lisa Devine. The auditions take place tonight, May 21 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. and Tuesday, May 22 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Callbacks will be Wednesday, May 23.

Oliver Platt, Stephen Spinella, et al. Join Lily Rabe for Shakespeare in the Park's AS YOU LIKE IT; Full Cast Announced!
by Kelsey Denette - May 9, 2012


The Public Theater announced complete casting today for AS YOU LIKE IT, the first show of the 50th Anniversary season of free Shakespeare in the Park at the Delacorte. Directed by Daniel Sullivan, AS YOU LIKE IT will begin previews on Tuesday, June 5 and continue for four weeks through Saturday, June 30, opening on Thursday, June 21.

Celebrate Brooklyn! Performing Arts Festival Announces Line-Up Beginning June 5 - 32 Shows Including SLOW FADE TO BLACK
by James T Harding - May 9, 2012


Celebrate Brooklyn! today announced its lineup for this year, which begins June 5 with a free concert by reggae icon Jimmy Cliff.

Maltz Jupiter Theatre's 2012/13 Limited Engagements Go On Sale Today, 5/7
by BWW News Desk - May 7, 2012


The Maltz Jupiter Theatre is kicking off its 10th anniversary season celebration with a spectacular lineup of outstanding concerts, plays, special events and more!

Rover Dramawerks to Hold LOVE IN E FLAT Auditions, 5/21-22
by BWW News Desk - May 5, 2012


Rover Dramawerks has announced auditions for LOVE IN E FLAT by Norman Krasna, directed by Lisa Devine. The auditions will take place Monday, May 21 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. and Tuesday, May 22 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Callbacks will be Wednesday, May 23.

Maltz Jupiter Theatre's 2012/13 Limited Engagements Go On Sale 5/7
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 23, 2012


The Maltz Jupiter Theatre is kicking off its 10th anniversary season celebration with a spectacular lineup of outstanding concerts, plays, special events and more!

Signature Theatre Announces New Book Club, Discussion Series & More
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 8, 2012


Signature Theatre has just introduced new supplemental programs which will allow more intimate and direct access to a playwright's vision and process. Just as the layout of The Pershing Square Signature Center encourages a dialogue between different plays and audiences, these supplemental programs invite theatregoers to go deeper into the world of a play, and the world of the artists behind it. The following three events are free of charge, and do not require a reservation.

The Barns at Wolf Trap Announce Upcoming Performances
by BWW News Desk - Feb 29, 2012


The Barns at Wolf Trap Announce Upcoming Performances. Multiplatinum rock, fiery zydeco, historic Folk, and chamber music of the highest precision at Wolf Trap throughout five consecutive days.

L’IL ABNER, SITTING PRETTY & More Set for Musicals Tonight! 2012; Schedule Announced
by Jessica Lewis - Feb 21, 2012


Musicals Tonight!, now in its 14th Season, is a not-for-profit theatre company in New York City primarily dedicated to the revival of 'neglected' musicals. Since their inception in 1997, they have revived well over 65 musicals in staged concert form from such greats as Cole Porter, George & Ira Gershwin, and Rodgers & Hart. Musicals Tonight! has just announced the spring performance schedule.

The Barns at Wolf Trap Announce Upcoming Performances
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 9, 2012


The Barns at Wolf Trap Announce Upcoming Performances. Multiplatinum rock, fiery zydeco, historic Folk, and chamber music of the highest precision at Wolf Trap throughout five consecutive days.

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