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There are many challenges that face a theatre who chooses to mount such a difficult production. First and foremost are how to bring these iconic characters to life as realistically as possible, while still showcasing the actors underneath. Second is how to present the various locations presented in the piece (SHREK'S swamp, the castle in Duloc, Fiona's tower, etc) in a way that not only is appropriate, but can easily be changed to the next. The show has now made the jump to regional theatres around the country, and the Arundel Barn Playhouse is the first theatre in all of New England to present it. It's a lot to undertake, but the Playhouse rose to the occasion, and I think you will be quite surprised and delighted at the results.

Tonight, July 3, 2013, SummerStage presents 'Forewords', a tribute to Sekou Sundiata: A Conversation and Poetry Reading with members of THE NUYORICAN POETS CAFE. $15 at Central Park, Manhattan. Showtime: 5:00pm - 6:00pm.

On Wednesday, July 3, 2013, SummerStage presents 'Forewords', a tribute to Sekou Sundiata: A Conversation and Poetry Reading with members of THE NUYORICAN POETS CAFE. $15 at Central Park, Manhattan. Showtime: 5:00pm - 6:00pm.

Joe's Pub has announced this week's lineup of artists - check out the full listings below!

Harry Connick, Jr. performs two concerts at the Mayo Performing Arts Center on Saturday and Sunday, June 29-30, 2013 at 8 pm. Tickets range from $89-175.

From May 28 to June 7, 2014, the New York Philharmonic will present the inaugural NY PHIL BIENNIAL, a kaleidoscopic exploration of today's music by a wide range of contemporary and modern composers that will showcase an array of curatorial voices through concerts presented with partners in venues both on and off the Lincoln Center campus.

Festival General Director Nigel Redden presents the 2013 artistic lineup for Spoleto Festival USA, which showcases nationally and internationally acclaimed artists in a celebration of opera, theater, dance, physical theater, music, and visual arts. The 37th annual Festival, to be held in historic Charleston, South Carolina, from today, May 24 through June 9, will feature one of Spoleto's largest lineups in recent history, with expanded dance and theater offerings and two original opera productions, as well as a wide range of classical and contemporary music.

The Napa Valley Opera House yesterday announced the following schedule of performances taking place throughout the month of June.

One World Theatre, Austin's premiere music venue known presenting diverse music and cultural arts in an up close and personal setting has announced its 2013 Summer Season. Highlights include top singer-songwriters like Dar Williams and Jimmy Webb, contemporary jazz greats like Euge Groove and Earl Klugh, Latin music icons like Sergio Mendes and Arturo Sandoval and local favorites like Walking Woody's Road featuring Jimmy LaFave, Eliza Gilkyson, Slaid Cleaves and Sam Baker. One World Theatre will also present GRAMMY Award winning trumpeter, Chris Botti at Riverbend Centre.

LET'S MAKE A DEAL will celebrate its 50th Anniversary with the return of the 'Super Deal' beginning Monday, February 18th. In addition, there will be a special appearance by legendary host Monty Hall and Model Carol Merrill on March 1!

TV One's most watched reality series R&B DIVAS adds two new cast members when its second season launches in Q2 2013.

Festival General Director Nigel Redden today announced the 2013 artistic lineup for Spoleto Festival USA, which showcases nationally and internationally acclaimed artists in a celebration of opera, theater, dance, physical theater, music, and visual arts. The 37th annual Festival, to be held in historic Charleston, South Carolina, from May 24 through June 9, will feature one of Spoleto's largest lineups in recent history, with expanded dance and theater offerings and two original opera productions, as well as a wide range of classical and contemporary music.

The Bedford Hills based, much buzzed about and highly acclaimed new band, JAZMO, will host a concert/party at one of America's most revered schools of music to unveil their new 14-song Song List which is being readied for the recording studio. The concert will take place at 6 p.m. tonight, September 9, at The Haven Room at the Lagond Music School, 9 Haven Street, Elmsford, New York (45 minutes from Manhattan).

The Bedford Hills based, much buzzed about and highly acclaimed new band, JAZMO, will host a concert/party at one of America's most revered schools of music to unveil their new 14-song Song List which is being readied for the recording studio. The concert will take place at 6 p.m. on Sunday, September 9, at The Haven Room at the Lagond Music School, 9 Haven Street, Elmsford, New York (45 minutes from Manhattan).

The Highline Ballroom has announced its lineup for today, July 30 through August 13, 2012. The venue is located at 431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue.

The Highline Ballroom has announced its lineup for July 30 through August 13, 2012. The venue is located at 431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub announces upcoming performances for January, February, and March.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub announces upcoming performances for January, February, and March.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub announces upcoming performances for January, February, and March.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub announces upcoming performances for January, February, and March.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub announces upcoming performances for January, February, and March.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub announces upcoming performances for January, February, and March.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub announces upcoming performances for January, February, and March.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub announces upcoming performances for January, February, and March.

The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub announces upcoming performances for January, February, and March.