Passion - 2010 - West End Articles Page 15

Dream Theater announces the return of drummer Mike Portnoy in a highly anticipated reunion. Find out more about this exciting news in the article. He joins longtime members, vocalist James LaBrie and keyboardist Jordan Rudess.

London's New Diorama Theatre, one of the UK's most significant agenda-setting independent theatre studios, has announced award winning director and programmer Bec Martin as its next Artistic Director and Chief Executive Officer.

Rucker was presented the award in a surprise announcement during a visit to “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” He also spoke about his late mother Carolyn Rucker and explained how the namesake of his new album, Carolyn's Boy, directly inspired his passion for giving back. 

THE CREATIVE TEAM BEHIND APPLE FACE presents BUCKET BOY, a dark yet poignant comedy set in a DVD store in the late 2010s. John Maytham stars as Baardmann, the struggling owner trying to keep his business alive in the age of online streaming.

The Verdi Chorus’ 40th Anniversary season continues with its landmark Fall 2023 Concert 40! for two performances only.

Live television event producer Raj Kapoor has been named as executive producer and showrunner, Katy Mullan as executive producer, and Hamish Hamilton as director of the 96th Oscars. It will be Kapoor and Mullan’s first time to executive produce and Hamilton’s fourth time directing the Oscars. Kapoor has worked on the show for the past seven years.

 Raue Center has announced the return of its School for the Arts education program (RCSA) with three new classes. 

Continuing in its long tradition of theatrical excellence, Schoolhouse Arts Center in Standish, Maine has announced a new era of leadership in the theater.

Join in for a memorial celebration honoring the life and legacy of Jennifer Muller, featuring remembrances, live performances, and historical footage. Admission is free with RSVP.

The complete cast has been set for the world premiere of Sugar Hill: The Ellington/Strayhorn Nutcracker. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Beloved DJ and producer Skream returns with an official music video for ‘Funky Sailor', his nostalgic grime tune featuring legendary MC Trim. Directed by Iain Simpson, who has previously worked with the likes of Rudimental and D Double E, the video centres on a man who embarks on a day of revelry with Trim and co.

WAM Theatre has just announced a thrilling musical trio for their upcoming Fall Cabaret, which will run for 4 nights only. Get all the details about the dates and venue here.

Don't miss the American premiere of 'Life & Times of Michael K,' a stunning puppet theater production that received rave reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Find out the dates and venue for this highly acclaimed show at St. Ann's Warehouse.

The National Tour of Mrs. Doubtfire is now underway! The 2023-2024 North American Tour of Mrs. Doubtfire launched at Shea's Performing Arts Center in Buffalo before continuing on to play 30+ cities including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Nashville and more. Read the reviews for Mrs. Doubtfire on tour here!

Get ready for an unforgettable night as Fagrie Isaacs presents a soulful tribute to the legendary Luther Vandross. Join us at The Lyric Theatre, Gold Reef City on December 30th, 2023, and experience the best of Vandross' greatest hits. Don't miss this incredible performance by one of South Africa's most revered tribute acts.

Join Blackfriars Theatre (795 East Main Street) for John & Jen, running October 26th through November 5th. Andrew Lippa and Tom Greenwald's two-person musical offers a look at the complexities of familial relationships, loss, and forgiveness.  Learn more about the musical here!

BalletCollective's 2023 season explores the role of chance in life and art. Two world premieres inspired by a tabletop game and pigmentless flowers. Founded by Troy Schumacher, BalletCollective partners with artists to create forward-thinking ballet works.

Discover the nominees for the 2023 United Solo Special Award, which will be presented at the festival's closing gala on November 19. Find out who made the list and get ready to celebrate outstanding solo performances.

Allison Blei took a leap of faith when she decided to step away from her career as a financial analyst to join the circus – leaving behind her spreadsheets to become an aerialist with a flying trapeze act and to tour the country.

Get ready for an exciting lineup of stars at 92NY, including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bowen Yang, Elaine May, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Another thrilling and thought-provoking production at The Arden Theatre delivers an evening of something quite different. ASSASSINS is an evening of one of the tightest ensembles of dedicated performers that this reviewer has seen in quite some time.

The Foundation for New American Musicals has revealed that Wayne Brady, Anastasia Barzee, Therese Curatolo, Chris Mann and Cheeyang Ng as Guest Artists for its 2023 FNAM Benefit. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Discover the latest album from award-winning pianist Sophia Agranovich, featuring rarely performed works by Felix Mendelssohn. Pre-order now and experience the mesmerizing performances of these emotionally nuanced pieces. Available on November 3, 2023.

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Broadway and TV luminary Pamela Winslow Kashani, best known as the original Rapunzel in Broadway's Into the Woods ad as Ensign McKnight on “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” on Friday, October 20 at 9:30 PM.

Find out who will be starring in and behind the scenes of 'The Band's Visit,' the highly anticipated musical coming to the Huntington Theatre in Boston this November.