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Out of the Blue - 1994 - West End Articles Page 17

Anatomy of A Showtune: Hugh Martin and Ralph Blaine's 'Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas'
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 25, 2017


In 1944, MGM debuted a new family classic for the ages. Centering on the Smith family of St. Louis, Missouri, the musical Meet Me in St. Louis follows a year in the life of the large, tight-knit clan as they navigate an auspicious year in the city's history. Going season by season, the film's focus is set on the Smith's eager anticipation the arrival of the World's Fair in their beloved hometown.

Guitar Hero Tinsley Ellis Brings Winning Hand To New York On 1/21
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 18, 2017


Blues-rock guitar wizard, vocalist and songwriter Tinsley Ellis will celebrate the release of his powerful new CD, WINNING HAND, with a live performance on Sunday, January 21, 2018 at City Winery in New York. Since his Alligator debut 30 years ago, Tinsley Ellis has become a bona fide worldwide guitar hero.

Find Out What Is Coming To Hulu In January
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 15, 2017


TV Guide shared the list of what is all coming to Hulu next month. Read the full article here!

Baryshnikov Arts Center Announces Spring 2018 Music Series Starting 1/16
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 12, 2017


Baryshnikov Arts Center (BAC) announces the Spring 2018 Music Series, which runs January through April and features an eclectic lineup of premieres and performances by international musicians. All performances will be held at BAC (450 West 37th Street, Manhattan). Tickets ($20-25) are on sale now at bacnyc.org or 866-811-4111.

New York Premiere! Sarah Rothenberg's 'A Proust Sonata' at FIAF
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2017


The French Institute Alliance Fran aise (FIAF), New York's premiere French cultural center, and Da Camera of Houston Productions present the New York Premiere of A Proust Sonata, Wednesday through Friday, January 10 12 at 7:30pm in FIAF's Florence Gould Hall.

The Anti-Holiday Holiday Show THE SANTALAND DIARIES Returns To Santa Monica Playhouse
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 8, 2017


For the third year running Santa Monica Playhouse ushers in the holiday season with David Sedaris' sardonic modern holiday classic The SantaLand Diaries - featuring Patrick Censoplano in the lead as an unemployed writer taking a job as an elf at Macy's department store in New York City - on stage now through December 17, 2017,

Sufjan Stevens' 'Tonya Harding' Out Today via Asthmatic Kitty
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 6, 2017


Tonya Harding is out today via Asthmatic Kitty listen here. A one off release with additional production from Doveman and Helado Negro, the track is available digitally as well as on limited edition cassette and a limited, 7 split on blue marble vinyl pre-order here. A special, screen-printed tote bag featuring cover art by Stephen Halker is also available now.

Billy Joel, Nas & More Set for Season 3 of Velocity's Hit Series UNIQUE RIDES, Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2017


In season three of Velocity's UNIQUE RIDES, premiering Today, December 6 at 9 PM ET/PT, viewers get an inside look at how Will and his team pull out the stops to create dreamlike rides for some of the biggest names in entertainment including Nas, Nicki Minaj, Billy Joel, Mario Lopez, Ice-T and more.

CROSS THAT RIVER, Musical Celebrating Black Cowboys of the American West, Opens Tonight Off-Broadway
by BWW News Desk - Dec 6, 2017


59E59 Theaters hosts CROSS THAT RIVER, a new musical composed by renowned jazz artist Allan Harris, with a book by Mr. Harris & Pat Harris, and directed by Regge Life. Produced by Love Productions Records, CROSS THAT RIVER began performances on Thursday, November 30 for a limited engagement through Sunday, December 31. Press Opening is tonight, December 6 at 7:15 PM.

ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS YOU Joins Christmas Classics as #1 ASCAP Holiday Songs in 2017
by Tori Hartshorn - Dec 5, 2017


The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP), a professional membership organization of songwriters, composers and music publishers, announces its Top Holiday Songs for 2017. According to an ASCAP analysis of streaming and terrestrial radio data, 1994's 'All I Want For Christmas Is You,' written by Walter Afanasieff and Mariah Carey, moves to #1, joining enduring Christmas classics like 'A Holly Jolly Christmas'(written by Johnny Marks, 1962) and 'Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow'(written by Sammy Cahn and Jule Styne, 1945), at the top of the charts. (Check out ASCAP's interview with Afanaseiff about writing 'All I Want' at http://bit.ly/2k8S9E0)

HARRY CLARKE, Starring Billy Crudup, Extends Again at the Vineyard
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2017


Vineyard Theatre Artistic Directors Douglas Aibel and Sarah Stern announce that the critically acclaimed world premiere production of HARRY CLARKE by Obie Award-winner David Cale (LILLIAN), directed by Obie Award-winner Leigh Silverman (VIOLET) and starring Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup (THE COAST OF UTOPIA, Spotlight, Vineyard's THE METAL CHILDREN) will extend for the third time, now playing through Saturday, December 23.

CROSS THAT RIVER, Musical Celebrating Black Cowboys of the American West, Rides to 59E59 Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2017


59E59 Theaters hosts CROSS THAT RIVER, a new musical composed by renowned jazz artist Allan Harris, with a book by Mr. Harris & Pat Harris, and directed by Regge Life. Produced by Love Productions Records, CROSS THAT RIVER begins performances tonight, November 30, for a limited engagement through Sunday, December 31.

James Lecesne in EXTRAORDINARY MEASURES, Reading Series Coming Up This December at Abingdon Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2017


This December, Abingdon Theatre Company continues its 25th Anniversary Season with two very special events. Scroll down for details!

HARRY CLARKE, Starring Billy Crudup, Opens Tonight at Vineyard Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Nov 21, 2017


Vineyard Theatre presents the world premiere production of Harry Clarke by Obie Award-winner David Cale (LILLIAN), directed by Obie Award-winner Leigh Silverman (VIOLET) and starring Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup (THE COAST OF UTOPIA, Spotlight, Vineyard's THE METAL CHILDREN), extended through December 10. The production launches Vineyard Theatre's 35th Anniversary Season, opening tonight, November 21.

What is Coming and Leaving HULU in December
by Tori Hartshorn - Nov 20, 2017


What is Coming and Leaving HULU in December. Please note titles and dates are subject to change.

Billy Joel, Nas & More Set for Season 3 of Velocity's Hit Series UNIQUE RIDES, 12/6
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 16, 2017


In season three of Velocity's UNIQUE RIDES, premiering Wednesday, December 6 at 9 PM ET/PT, viewers get an inside look at how Will and his team pull out the stops to create dreamlike rides for some of the biggest names in entertainment including Nas, Nicki Minaj, Billy Joel, Mario Lopez, Ice-T and more.

Country Music Hall of Fame Announces Details for Tim McGraw and Faith Hill Exhibit
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 14, 2017


Grammy-winning country artists Tim McGraw and Faith Hill will be the subjects of an exhibition at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum opening November 17.

HARRY CLARKE, Starring Billy Crudup, Extends at Vineyard Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2017


Vineyard Theatre Artistic Directors Douglas Aibel and Sarah Stern announce that the world premiere production of Harry Clarke by Obie Award-winner David Cale (LILLIAN), directed by Obie Award-winner Leigh Silverman (VIOLET) and starring Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup (THE COAST OF UTOPIA, Spotlight, Vineyard's THE METAL CHILDREN) will extend through December 10.

Hiromi Duet to Feature Edmar Castaneda at The Broad Stage
by Julie Musbach - Oct 20, 2017


The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage presents the piano phenomenon, Hiromi who will join forces with harpist Edmar Casta eda for an electrifying collaboration on Monday, November 13 at 7:30pm.

CROSS THAT RIVER, Musical Celebrating Black Cowboys of the American West, Riding to 59E59 Theaters
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2017


59E59 Theaters will host CROSS THAT RIVER, a new musical composed by renowned jazz artist Allan Harris, with a book by Mr. Harris & Pat Harris, and directed by Regge Life. Produced by Love Productions Records, CROSS THAT RIVER begins performances on Thursday, November 30 for a limited engagement through Sunday, December 31. Press Opening is Wednesday, December 6 at 7:15 PM.

Site-Inspired Pieces from the UK, NY, LA, Tijuana and More Set for WOW Festival at La Jolla Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2017


La Jolla Playhouse announces complete programming for its acclaimed biennial Without Walls (WOW) Festival taking place October 19 - 22.

La Jolla Playhouse Slates 2017 Without Walls Festival
by BWW News Desk - Oct 19, 2017


La Jolla Playhouse, nationally-renowned for its commitment to the development of new work and new theatrical forms, is pleased to announce the dates and selected projects and collaborators for its third Without Walls (WoW) Festival of immersive and site-based work.

McCarter Theatre Center Continues 2017-18 Theater Series With A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN 
by BWW News Desk - Oct 13, 2017


Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Janis Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the queen of rock 'n' roll. The unmistakable voice, filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort, made her a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock.

A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN to Rock the McCarter This October
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2017


Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Janis Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the queen of rock 'n' roll. The unmistakable voice, filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort, made her a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock. 50 years after the Summer of Love, McCarter audiences will rediscover the sights, sounds, and soul of an unforgettable era with A Night with Janis Joplin, October 10 29 in McCarter's Matthews Theatre.

DIRTY DANCING – THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE North American Tour Launches Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Oct 5, 2017


Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage officially opens a new production and North American tour at the Harris Center in Folsom, CA, tonight, October 5.

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