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by Claudio Erlichman - Mar 14, 2017
Winner of more than 125 international awards, the world's second longest-running musical ever, Les Miserables arrives at Teatro Renault, in Sao Paulo. Based on Victor Hugo's classic novel, the show, in contrast to 19th-century France, tells an enthralling story of dreams, love, passion, sacrifice and redemption - a timeless testimony of the survival of the human spirit.
by Caroline Sposto - Dec 15, 2016
It's the time of year to reflect on the past and enjoy familiar stories that warm our hearts. In otherwords, 'tis the season for ANNIE. That spunky waif has been part of our American culture for more than 130 years. She was first penned into existence by poet James Whitcomb Riley in 1885. His poem, 'Little Orphant Annie',was inspired by Mary Alice 'Allie' Smith, an orphaned child who came to live in the Riley home.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 19, 2016
As part of its 2016-2017 Performing Arts Season, Japan Society presents Treasured Noh Plays from the Desk of W. B. Yeats performed by the Kita Noh Theater Company, an exploration of noh through full performances, excerpts, lectures and talks.
by BWW News Desk - Nov 1, 2016
As part of its 2016-2017 Performing Arts Season, Japan Society presents Treasured Noh Plays from the Desk of W. B. Yeats performed by the Kita Noh Theater Company, an exploration of noh through full performances, excerpts, lectures and talks.
by Marakay Rogers - Oct 17, 2016
What to do with evaporated milk> Your grandmother knew, and so did your mother -- and so should you.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 16, 2016
Japan Society announces its 2016-2017 Performing Arts Season featuring works by visionary artists in dance, music and theater, along with one-of-a-kind related workshops and events.
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2016
Japan Society announces its 2016-2017 Performing Arts Season featuring works by visionary artists in dance, music and theater, along with one-of-a-kind related workshops and events.
by TV News Desk - Jul 4, 2016
Celebrate a timeless American classic that is fun for all ages with Marty McFly and Doc Brown beginning at 5p/4c on Monday, July 4 with back-to-back airings of the entire BACK TO THE FUTURE trilogy throughout the evening.
by TV News Desk - Jul 4, 2016
Multi-talented superstars Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas will perform on the BOSTON POPS FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR, a two-hour entertainment special to be broadcast live from the Charles River Esplanade in Boston, tonight, July 4 (9:00-11:00 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network.
by Johnna Leary - Jun 23, 2016
The New Voice Play Festival, opening on June 24 at the Old Opera House in Charles Town, WV, provides the opportunity for audiences to witness completely new and original plays from playwrights all across the nation and vote on which play is their favorite. The four plays chosen this year vary in topics from mysteries to the mystical and present various challenges to the actors and directors
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 16, 2016
Celebrate a timeless American classic that is fun for all ages with Marty McFly and Doc Brown beginning at 5p/4c on Monday, July 4 with back-to-back airings of the entire BACK TO THE FUTURE trilogy throughout the evening.
by Jessica Fallon Gordon - Jun 10, 2016
The students of the Opera Unlimited Summer Youth Opera Day Camp will present an abridged, fully-staged and costumed production of Gilbert and Sullivan's operetta The Mikado on July 8th and 9th at 7 PM in the Highland High School Performing Arts Center.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2016
Jason C. Tramm leads the Adelphi Orchestra and guest soloist, violinist Christine Kwak in the Adelphi Orchestra's season finale concert 'Celebrating a Grand Legacy' today, June 9th at New York's Merkin Concert Hall at the Kaufman Music Center. The concert will feature a program of beloved audience favorites: Mendelssohn's Overture to the Hebrides, Tchaikovsky's Concerto for Violin in D Major and Beethoven's Symphony No 5 in C Minor.
by Louisa Brady - Jun 4, 2016
Jason C. Tramm leads the Adelphi Orchestra and guest soloist, violinist Christine Kwak in the Adelphi Orchestra's season finale concert "Celebrating a Grand Legacy" Thursday June 9th at New York's Merkin Concert Hall at the Kaufman Music Center. The concert will feature a program of beloved audience favorites: Mendelssohn's Overture to the Hebrides, Tchaikovsky's Concerto for Violin in D Major and Beethoven's Symphony No 5 in C Minor.
by Marina Kennedy - May 17, 2016
G.H. Cretors introduces three new flavors: Organic Dill Pickle, Organic Chile Jalapeo White Cheddar and Blueberry Lemon, proving that in an increasingly popular snack category, not all popcorn is created equally. The flavors range from zesty and spicy to tangy and sweet, ensuring a taste to satisfy every craving.
by Caryn Robbins - May 11, 2016
Multi-talented superstars Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas will perform on the BOSTON POPS FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR, a two-hour entertainment special to be broadcast live from the Charles River Esplanade in Boston, Monday, July 4 (9:00-11:00 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network.
by BWW News Desk - Jan 19, 2016
Getting ready to tie the knot this year? West Michigan is the perfect wedding location, whether you're looking for a local celebration or a weekend destination wedding. Get married on the shores of Lake Michigan, plan your picturesque wedding at a historic & majestic building, or let a wedding planner take care of all the details for you!
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2015
MILWAUKEE, WIS. 10/19/2015- The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, under the direction of Francesco Lecce-Chong, present MSO at the Basilica tonight and tomorrow, November 13 & 14, 2015 at 8:00 p.m. at the Basilica of St. Josaphat.
by Matt Smith - Oct 21, 2015
MILWAUKEE, WIS. 10/19/2015– The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, under the direction of Francesco Lecce-Chong, present MSO at the Basilica on November 13 & 14, 2015 at 8:00 p.m. at the Basilica of St. Josaphat. This concert is a community concert and all tickets are priced at $5. The concerts will feature Bruckner's Te Deum in C major, along with Górecki's Symphony No. 3 “Symphony of Sorrowful Songs” and his choral work Totus Tuus.
by Michael Dale - Sep 22, 2015
From SHOW BOAT to FINIAN'S RAINBOW to MISS SAIGON, musicals meant to attack racism have often been accused of being racially insensitive.
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 24, 2015
Author Chris Madsen has added the Clemens Medal to a long list of awards for his debut title, 'Rowdy,' a true story of a 1916 yacht and the people who graced its decks over several decades including members of New York society, politicians, and the rich and famous.
The yacht was commissioned to Holland Sackett Duell in 1916 and Madsen was able to locate his daughter, Hanny Pierson, who at 93 years of age, flew from the East Coast to the West Coast to board the yacht following a six-year restoration by Madsen. From Hanny, her many descendants, and years of research at libraries, museums, historical societies, Supreme Court cases, newspaper archives, and yacht club records, Madsen was able to piece together an extraordinary story of the family and the yacht.
'The family's forefathers were amongst the first pilgrims that arrived at Plymouth,' says Madsen. 'And Holland's grandfather was instrumental in the formation in the Republican Party giving powerful speeches to Congress for the abolition of slavery, and in support of the Civil War. Holland was himself a highly decorated World War I hero and powerful attorney, New York Senator, businessman and highly respected sailor.'
'This isn't a book I would ordinarily read,' says Ron Fritsch, AiA director and reviewer for the Clemens award program. 'But once I started reading 'Rowdy', I could not put it down. It is a compelling story. The book is also beautifully produced and makes a wonderful coffee table book. The author has clearly invested a considerable sum on editing as the quality of the work is impeccable. 'Rowdy' is a deserving recipient of the Clemens Medal.'
'Rowdy' is a true life colorful 1920's historical biography full of adventure, love stories and scandals, and becomes the first book to be awarded the Clemens Medal.
An e-version of 'Rowdy' is in production. The hard cover complete with accented gold leaf stamping, blind deboss and a woven burgundy book mark ribbon reflects the story within and is available at all major online retailers including Amazon.com.
About the Clemens Award Program
The Clemens Medal is awarded to an author for a book of outstanding literary quality and design. The three elements considered for this award include:
- literary quality of work
- the cover design and to a lesser extent, interior design
- standard of editing
Criteria
The award is open to all independent (self-published) authors, and authors published by a small or academic press.
1. Prerequisite
The nominated title must have won an award - gold, silver or bronze - from one of the award programs recognized for their Honoring Excellence award.
2. Literary Quality
The following elements will be considered when assessing the literary quality of the nominated title. Note: not all of these elements will apply to every genre.
Plot: is the story well-constructed, is author in control of plot and making wise decisions, do events happen within the limits of the theme and genre, is final resolution credible, and does it honor the story.
Style: is the style appropriate to the theme, genre, subject matter, is the dialogue genuine and does it work effectively with the narrative, author's use of literary techniques and contentions, observance of fundamental rules such as Point Of View, accuracy of any factual material, use of language to create atmosphere, settings, characters, actions etc.
Characterization: are characters believable, well-developed, do they interact in a convincing way, is their behavior consistent with their biography and consistent throughout the story, are they revealed to the reader in an effective way through action, inner dialogue, thoughts, reactions and responses to other characters.
3. Design
3.1 Cover Design
Like story and writing style, design is quite subjective. Covers also need to respond to the elements that are relevant to a particular genre. We will be considering the following aspects of cover design:
- a well written, compelling back cover copy (or description for eBook)
- a custom, polished, professional design (no templates)
- the genre or story is evident in the design
3.2 Interior Design
With regard to interior design (print version only), we are not looking for elaborate design when simplicity works just as well. The nominated title will pass this criterion if:
- the print is positioned sensibly on the page
- the page numbering starts at chapter one
- includes a copyright page with relevant content
- includes a title page(s)
4. Editing
The work must be edited to a very high professional standard. We accept that despite endless edits, rewrites and proofreading that some errors do slip through, and this happens with all books not just self-published books. However, such errors should be minor and limited.
About the Clemens Medal
The Clemens Medal is in honor of Samuel Clemens aka Mark Twain who started his own publishing company (Charles L. Webster & Company) in 1885 to self-publish his books.
The Clemens Medal recognizes non mainstream authors ie self-published or authors published by a small or academic press who have published a book of outstanding literary quality and design.
About The Association of Independent Authors
The Association of Independent Authors (AiA) is the peak body representing, advancing, promoting and supporting independent (self-published) authors globally. Its membership spans six continents with directors based in the USA, UK, Asia, Australia and South Africa.
The AiA published a comprehensive guide to self-publishing with 80+ articles from experts in their field. Self-Publishing. Publish Your Book and Avoid the Pitfalls with Advice from Leading Experts and Experienced Authors is available exclusively in the Kindle Store.
by Tyler Peterson - Mar 31, 2015
Clients of Say Hueque | Argentina Adventures can savor Patagonia's glaciers and ice fields from both Argentina and Chile in just two days thanks to a new international crossing linking Argentina's trekking capital, El Chalten, to Villa O'Higgins in Chile's trekking capital of Torres del Paine.
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 25, 2015
McDonald's USA today announced the ninth annual return of its Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour.
by Cybele Pomeroy - Jan 26, 2015
If you're often delighted at the large casts Spotlighters and director Fuzz Roarke regularly parades across its carport-sized stage, you'll be delighted again. If you're a fan of the musical direction of Michael Tan and the soaring nuanced vocals he coaxes from these large casts, anticipate another treat. If you admire sparse sets that become multiple settings with a word and a lighting shift, you will find praiseworthy versatility and smooth transitions. If you like theatre in the round and practically in your lap, prepare to catch an actor or two.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 9, 2014
Once again crowned as the No. 1 Performing Arts Hall of its size in North America (Venues Today, 2000 seat category), the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is proud to announce a new season bustling with fresh talent and seasoned stars, with every performance delivering a dose of extraordinary. Single tickets go on sale this coming Saturday, September 13 at 10 AM at the Box Office, online, and by phone. Appointments are available for ticket buyers by calling the Box Office at 941-953-3368.
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