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Terrapin Puppet Theatre Debuts at Segerstrom Center, 4/6-7
by BWW News Desk - Feb 14, 2013


Segerstrom Center's Family Explorer Series opens with the Terrapin Puppet Theatre from Australia performing the moving and poetic play Boats on April 6 and 7 in Samueli Theater. Boats is the story about a man named Jof, as told by his friend Nic. These two life-long friends and mariners, who met through bizarre circumstances involving a chicken, a deserted island and a sombrero, escape their past and embrace the unknown future with a great sense of adventure.

Guitar Center Presents ERIC CLAPTON Crossroads Guitar Collection Featuring Limited Edition & Replica Guitars
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 6, 2013


Guitar Center, the world's largest musical instrument retailer, in partnership with Eric Clapton, proudly announces the launch of the Eric Clapton Crossroads Guitar Collection.

Peter Gabriel's 'So' Album Remastered And Expanded For 25th Anniversary Edition
by Kelsey Denette - Aug 14, 2012


One of the most successful and iconic music releases of the Eighties, Peter Gabriel's 1986 album, So, has been digitally remastered for a special 25th Anniversary Edition to be released October 23rd (October 22nd internationally) by Real World Records/EMI in multiple physical and digital configurations. Peter Gabriel has confirmed a 16-date North American tour for September and October, with many of the musicians from his 1987 'So' tour joining him to perform the album from start to finish, as well as other hits spanning his solo career.

CBS Airs Special Program Dedicated to Mike Wallace 4/15
by TV News Desk - Apr 15, 2012


CBS News legend Mike Wallace, the 60 MINUTES' pit-bull reporter whose probing, brazen style made his name synonymous with the tough interview - a style he practically invented for television more than half a century ago - died last night. He was 93 and passed peacefully surrounded by family members at Waveny Care Center in New Canaan, Conn., where he spent the past few years.

CBS to Air Special Program Dedicated to Mike Wallace 4/15
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 9, 2012


CBS News legend Mike Wallace, the 60 MINUTES' pit-bull reporter whose probing, brazen style made his name synonymous with the tough interview - a style he practically invented for television more than half a century ago - died last night. He was 93 and passed peacefully surrounded by family members at Waveny Care Center in New Canaan, Conn., where he spent the past few years.

Court Theatre Presents INVISIBLE MAN, 1/12-2/19
by BWW News Desk - Jan 12, 2012


Court Theatre Artistic Director Charles Newell and Executive Director Stephen J. Albert present the World Premiere of Invisible Man, adapted from Ralph Ellison's novel by Oren Jacoby, and directed by Christopher McElroen.

Court Theatre Presents INVISIBLE MAN, 1/12-2/19
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 16, 2011


Court Theatre Artistic Director Charles Newell and Executive Director Stephen J. Albert present the World Premiere of Invisible Man, adapted from Ralph Ellison's novel by Oren Jacoby, and directed by Christopher McElroen.

Columbia/Legacy Recordings Commemorates Billy Joel's 40-Year Solo Career With Two Special Releases
by Gabrielle Sierra - Sep 20, 2011


Columbia/Legacy Recordings, a division of Sony Music Entertainment, is commemorating forty years of Billy Joel's career as a solo recording artist with a pair of historic releases - a limited edition Billy Joel - The Complete Albums Collection boxed set and a two-disc Legacy Edition of 1973's Piano Man album (exclusively featuring a long-lost fabled radio concert from 1972) - each appealing to aficionados of the iconic American singer-songwriter-performer.

Photo Flash: First Look at THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's 25TH Anniversary Rooftop Set!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 16, 2011


To mark its 25th Anniversary year, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh present 'The Phantom of the Opera' in a fully-staged, lavish production, set in the sumptuous Victorian splendour of the Royal Albert Hall with a cast and orchestra of over 200. Now audiences around the world are invited to join the celebration on Sunday October 2nd when the event is beamed live via satellite to cinemas across the globe. The show just photoed a photo of the set for the Phantom's lair on their Twitter page. Catch a sneak peek below!

Photo Flash: First Look at THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's 25TH Anniversary Lair!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 14, 2011


To mark its 25th Anniversary year, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh present 'The Phantom of the Opera' in a fully-staged, lavish production, set in the sumptuous Victorian splendour of the Royal Albert Hall with a cast and orchestra of over 200. Now audiences around the world are invited to join the celebration on Sunday October 2nd when the event is beamed live via satellite to cinemas across the globe. The show just photoed a photo of the set for the Phantom's lair on their Twitter page. Catch a sneak peek below!

Photo Flash: First Look at THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA's 25th Anniversary Set!
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 12, 2011


To mark its 25th Anniversary year, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Cameron Mackintosh present 'The Phantom of the Opera' in a fully-staged, lavish production, set in the sumptuous Victorian splendour of the Royal Albert Hall with a cast and orchestra of over 200. Now audiences around the world are invited to join the celebration on Sunday October 2nd when the event is beamed live via satellite to cinemas across the globe. Catch a sneak peek of what the set for the production will look like below!

DTC Presents THE TEMPEST/Celebrates Project Discovery with $25 Tickets
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 12, 2011


Dallas Theater Center launches its 2011-2012 season with Shakespeare's beloved final play, The Tempest, at the Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre at the AT&T Performing Arts Center Sept. 9 - Oct. 9.

TIME STANDS STILL, RED, & More Set for Performance Network Theatre Season
by Adam Britten - Jul 7, 2011


Ann Arbor's professional theatre turns 30 next year, and as the award-winning troupe wraps up its 29th season with record-breaking attendance, PNT announces its long-awaited 30th anniversary season.

Dream Weaver's Gary Wright Joins Ringo Starr's All Starr Band On Tour
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 19, 2011


Over a 40-year career, Gary Wright has performed in front of millions of people, had his music licensed to blockbuster movies and television shows, and continues to have his music played on radio on a daily basis.

Duncan Sheik Among Performers in Highline Ballroom's Upcoming Shows
by BWW News Desk - May 9, 2011


The Highline Ballroom Announces its schedule of upcoming shows and performances. All events are subject to change. JUST ANNOUNCED · KINKY FRIEDMAN with MARY MCBRIDE - May 9 - SHOW @7:30PM

Dixon Place and El Gato Teatro Present NUEVO LAREDO, 4/8-4/23
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2011


EL GATO TEATRO is pleased to announce the world premiere production of Gabriella Barnstone?s NUEVO LAREDO.

Dixon Place and El Gato Teatro Present NUEVO LAREDO, 4/8-4/23
by BWW News Desk - Apr 8, 2011


EL GATO TEATRO is pleased to announce the world premiere production of Gabriella Barnstone?s NUEVO LAREDO.

Dixon Place and El Gato Teatro Present NUEVO LAREDO, 4/8-4/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 23, 2011


EL GATO TEATRO is pleased to announce the world premiere production of Gabriella Barnstone?s NUEVO LAREDO.

Duncan Sheik Among Performers in Highline Ballroom's Upcoming Shows
by Caryn Robbins - Mar 22, 2011


The Highline Ballroom Announces its schedule of upcoming shows and performances. All events are subject to change. JUST ANNOUNCED · KINKY FRIEDMAN with MARY MCBRIDE - May 9 - SHOW @7:30PM

Dixon Place and El Gato Teatro Present NUEVO LAREDO, 4/8-4/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 11, 2011


EL GATO TEATRO is pleased to announce the world premiere production of Gabriella Barnstone?s NUEVO LAREDO.

Dixon Place and El Gato Teatro Present NUEVO LAREDO, 4/8-4/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - Feb 23, 2011


EL GATO TEATRO is pleased to announce the world premiere production of Gabriella Barnstone?s NUEVO LAREDO.

Huntington Theatre Company To Present Reading Of THE LUCK OF THE IRISH 2/3
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2011


The new play THE LUCK OF THE IRISH by Huntington Playwriting Fellow Kirsten Greenidge Bossa Nova will be read Thursday, February 3 at 7pm as part of the Huntington Theatre Company's Breaking Ground reading series. Obie Award winner Melia Bensussen Circle Mirror Transformation directs. The reading, located at the Huntington Rehearsal Hall, is free and open to the public, though reservations are required as seating is limited.

Huntington Theatre Company To Present Reading Of THE LUCK OF THE IRISH 2/3
by Kassie Rivera - Jan 13, 2011


The new play THE LUCK OF THE IRISH by Huntington Playwriting Fellow Kirsten Greenidge Bossa Nova will be read Thursday, February 3 at 7pm as part of the Huntington Theatre Company's Breaking Ground reading series. Obie Award winner Melia Bensussen Circle Mirror Transformation directs. The reading, located at the Huntington Rehearsal Hall, is free and open to the public, though reservations are required as seating is limited.

Osnes, Stone et al. Join Foster & Grey in ANYTHING GOES; Full Cast Announced
by Jessica Lewis - Dec 7, 2010


Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) is pleased to announce the full company of the new Broadway production of Anything Goes, starring Tony Award winner Sutton Foster as 'Reno Sweeney' and Tony and Academy Award winner Joel Grey as 'Moonface Martin.'

DePaul University Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Reskin Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Nov 9, 2010


The Theatre School at DePaul University is delighted to announce that this coming December 31, 2010, will mark the 100th anniversary of the opening of the Merle Reskin Theatre (formerly The Blackstone Theatre). The Beaux-Arts style Blackstone Theatre, which was designed by Chicago architects Marshall and Fox, opened its doors just off of Michigan Avenue in the South Loop on New Years' Eve of 1910. In the course of the past century it has changed owners, names, addresses, audiences, and has stayed a hub of theatrical arts in a changing neighborhood and city. It faced many noteworthy changes in entertainment, including the introduction of the radio, television and film industries.

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