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London Song Festival Presents GHOST LIGHTS: Ivor Novello and His Leading Ladies
by Stephi Wild - Nov 29, 2020


Ghost Lights is set on the empty stage of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, on the 5th September 1939 when all theatres were closed due to the outbreak of WW2. Novello meets Mary Ellis, Dorothy Dickson and Elisabeth Welch to reminisce about their work and also their concerns for theatre and its survival.

VIDEO: Chloé Arnold, Maud Arnold and Judith Hill Pay Tribute to Irving Berlin's TOP HAT With 'Cheek to Cheek'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 29, 2020


Today Concord Theatricals, on behalf of The Irving Berlin Music Company and in coordination with CLI Studios, released the third and final video in their series celebrating the 85th anniversary of Irving Berlin’s 1935 musical film TOP HAT, starring Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire. 

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene, Pan Asian Repertory Theatre and More Join Forces To Present IT CAN'T HAPPEN HERE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 26, 2020


Initiated & hosted by National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene, a number of theatre companies will come together at 1:00 PM (ET) this Wednesday, October 28 to present an unprecedented virtual play reading - in Yiddish, English, Spanish, Italian, Turkish and Hebrew - of 'It Can't Happen Here', a dramatization of the 1935 novel by Sinclair Lewis.

VIDEO: Celebrate the 85th Anniversary of TOP HAT With New Performance of 'No Strings (I'm Fancy Free)'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2020


Today Concord Theatricals, on behalf of The Irving Berlin Music Company and in coordination with CLI Studios, released the second video in their series celebrating the 85th anniversary of Irving Berlin's 1935 musical film TOP HAT, starring Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire.

Concord Theatricals and CLI Studios Announce New Video Series Celebrating the 85th Anniversary of Irving Berlin's TOP HAT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 15, 2020


Today Concord Theatricals, on behalf of The Irving Berlin Music Company and in coordination with CLI Studios, announced a new video series to celebrate the 85th anniversary of Irving Berlin's 1935 musical film TOP HAT, starring Ginger Rogers and Fred Astaire.

Nine NYC-Based Theatre Companies Join Forces to Present IT CAN'T BE HERE
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 13, 2020


National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene, Israeli Artists Project, Kairos Italy Theater, New Heritage Theatre Group/Impact Repertory Theatre, New York Classical Theatre, Pan Asian Repertory Theatre, Repertorio Español, and Turkish American Repertory Theater & Entertainment

Nine NYC-Based Theatre Companies Join Forces To Present IT CAN'T HAPPEN HERE
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2020


Initiated and hosted by National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene, nine prestigious theatre companies will come together on Wednesday, October 28 to present an unprecedented virtual play reading.

VIDEO: TheatreWorks Presents Virtual Performance Of Beau Sia's COURAGE RISING
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2020


TheatreWorks Silicon Valley encourages its audiences to a?oeget out the votea?? and stand up for racial justice as it launches a new online initiative entitled Voices of Democracy. Part of TheatreWorks from Home, a virtual stage for the Tony Award-winning theatre while in-person performances are on hold during the pandemic, Voices of Democracy offers digital theatrical experiences that celebrate diverse voices and build a bridge from empathy to action.

Syracuse Stage Presents Plays With Local And National Focus
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2020


Syracuse Stage doubles down on the 2020/2021 season with two productions available online beginning next week.

Boston Symphony Orchestra Presents John & Mary Ferrillo in Encore Series and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2020


Encore BSO Recitals stream will feature BSO violinist Lucia Lin performing the solo work 'Prayer' from Suite Mestiza by contemporary composer Gabriela Lena Frank and, with cello colleague Owen Young, Ravel's Sonata for Violin and Cello.

Concord Theatricals and Turner Classic Movies Host Viewing Party of TOP HAT
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2020


Concord Theatricals, on behalf of The Irving Berlin Music Company and in coordination with Turner Classic Movies, will host a live watch party of Irving Berlin's Top Hat on Saturday, October 10. The iconic 1935 film, starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, celebrates its 85th anniversary this year.

Pittsburgh Public Theater to Present Radio Play IT CAN'T HAPPEN HERE From Berkeley Rep
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2020


Pittsburgh Public Theater will join theaters across the nation to help spread the word about Berkeley Rep's YouTube radio production of Sinclair Lewis' novel It Can't Happen Here on Tuesday, October 13 at 8pm ET.

Center Theatre Group Launches Digital Stage, Announces Casey Nicholaw, Phylicia Rashad & Paula Vogel as Associate Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2020


Center Theatre Group has announced the immediate launch of their newest venue, the Digital Stage, currently housing its ever-expanding library of education, community outreach and Art Goes On videos. Center Theatre Group has welcomed Casey Nicholaw, Phylicia Rashad and Paula Vogel, as its latest Associate Artists.

Philadelphia Theatre Company Announces 2020-2021 Virtual Pay What You Can Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2020


Philadelphia Theatre Company announced its 46th season last night prior to the broadcast of Days of Re-Creation, a rolling world premiere by Masi Asare, AriDy Nox, Erlina Ortiz, SEVAN, Nandita Shenoy, BD Wong, and Lauren Yee, by inviting audiences to Turn On, Tune In, as the company programs for the virtual space during the 2020-21 Season. 

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Presents Folksbiene! LIVE: 'Welcome To Our Suke/Sukkah'
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2020


This October, National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (Folksbiene)-led by Zalmen Mlotek, Artistic Director, and Dominick Balletta, Executive Director-presents Folksbiene! LIVE: 'Welcome to Our Suke/Sukkah', a four-day festival of family-friendly performances during Chol Hamoed.

TheatreWorks's 'Voices Of Democracy,' Includes Streaming Of HOLD THESE TRUTHS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2020


TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will encourage its audiences to a?oeget out the votea?? and stand up for racial justice as it launches a new online initiative entitled Voices of Democracy. Part of TheatreWorks from Home, a virtual stage for the Tony Award-winning theatre while in-person performances are on hold during the pandemic, Voices of Democracy will offer digital theatrical experiences that celebrate diverse voices and build a bridge from empathy to action.

London Song Festival Presents GHOST LIGHTS: IVOR NOVELLO & HIS LEADING LADIES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2020


Ghost Lights is set on the empty stage of the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, on the 5th September 1939 when all theatres were closed due to the outbreak of WW2. Novello meets Mary Ellis, Dorothy Dickson and Elisabeth Welch to reminisce about their work and also their concerns for theatre and its survival.

See October Highlights from HBO Max
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 24, 2020


Start sweater weather season off right with exciting new original series and A-list blockbuster movies coming this October to HBO Max.

The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center Announces Fall 2020 Digital Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 22, 2020


The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center has announced a Fall Season of digital concerts to replace each of the performances originally scheduled for Alice Tully Hall -- Front Row Mainstage, 16 newly-curated concerts drawn from CMS's vast archive of high-quality recordings.

Boston Symphony Orchestra Announces ENCORE BSO RECITALS Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 16, 2020


The Boston Symphony Orchestra is pleased to present Encore BSO Recitals, a colorful and eclectic online concert series spotlighting 50 musicians of the Boston Symphony Orchestra in small ensembles and giving viewers a rare opportunity to experience the individual artistry of many of the musicians who make up the world-renowned ensemble.

Raúl Esparza Will Lead Premiere of THE WAVES IN QUARANTINE at Berkeley Rep; New Virtual Programming Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2020


Berkeley Rep's Artistic Director Johanna Pfaelzer today announced three additional virtual projects for the fall. The season, titled Rep On-Air, will include collaborations with Tony Award nominee Raúl Esparza (Company, Speed-the-Plow, and Taboo), celebrated New Yorker cartoon artist Tom Toro, Pulitzer Finalist Eisa Davis, and Bay Area favorite Hershey Felder.

Berkeley Repertory Theatre Announces Free Nationwide Radio Play Of IT CAN'T HAPPEN HERE
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2020


Berkeley Repertory Theatre's Artistic Director Johanna Pfaelzer today announced a new adaptation of Sinclair Lewis' novel, It Can't Happen Here.

Looking Back to Look Forward, Part Two: Revolutions
by Andrew Child - Sep 10, 2020


Amidst our recent heatwave, Dr. Heather Nathans, a theatre professor, practitioner, and writer raised by two historians, felt a particular physical connection to the stuffiness eighteenth century Bostonians would have undoubtedly experienced in theatres during the summer.

SANTA MARGHERITA Celebrates National Chianti Day on 9/4 with Fine Wine and a Delicious Braised Beef Recipe
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 3, 2020


National Chianti Day on Friday, September 4th celebrates the cherished Italian wine from the Tuscany region of Italy. Now is the perfect time to stock up on Santa Margherita Chianti Classico Riserva and whip up some of your favorite Italian dishes to pair with the full-bodied red wine.

Martha Graham Dance Company Announces Online Programming for 2020–21 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 1, 2020


The Martha Graham Dance Company has announced its 95th season, which begins with a special Martha Matinee and the finale of The Eve Project on September 23. The season continues the Company's notable online programming bringing the groundbreaking, iconic work of Martha Graham to audiences around the world.

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