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Over 120 performances will be held on stage between July 2013 and June 2014. Highlights include a diverse theatre series featuring Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Tony-nominated BRING IT ON, Tony-Winning MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, ROCK OF AGES and Green Day's AMERICAN IDIOT; contemporary performers such as Michael Bolton, Kenny Loggins, Michael W. Smith and Clint Black; classical artists including Sarah Chang and Itzhak Perlman, comedians including Drew Carey, Joan Rivers, Jason Alexander and Jim Belushi, and many more (see schedule below).

Take Wing And Soar Productions, in partnership with Voza Rivers/New Heritage Theatre Group, present TWAS' Tenth Year Anniversary Season main stage production of Oscar Wilde's celebrated comedy, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, directed by Kevin Connell for a limited run at the Poet's Den Theater, from tonight, June 14th through 30th, 2013.

Following the success of past children's productions like The Ugly Duckling and Alice in Wonderland, Serenbe Playhouse's upcoming Season of Change kicks off June 7th at 11AM with The Velveteen Rabbit as you've never seen it before. The Playhouse once again takes a well-known, beloved classic and reimagines it to delight audiences of all ages!

The 'invaluable' and 'indispensable' Metropolitan Playhouse--2011 Obie Award winner--presents a ballet for the whole family - The Ugly Duckling, from the story by Hans Christian Andersen. Choreographed by Rachael Kosch at Metropolitan's home: 220 E 4th Street.

Fran Fischer has always had quite a sense of humor, but it wasn't until Wayman Publishing discovered her in 2012 that she realized how much her humor would be enjoyed through her written works. On May 28, 2013, her first novella 'Fishducky's Fables' became a bestseller on Amazon, ranking among the top thirty bestselling fairy tale books. And it was perfect timing too, since the audiobook was just released earlier this week.

Take Wing And Soar Productions, in partnership with Voza Rivers/New Heritage Theatre Group, present TWAS' Tenth Year Anniversary Season main stage production of Oscar Wilde's celebrated comedy, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, directed by Kevin Connell for a limited run at the Poet's Den Theater, from June 14th through 30th, 2013.

Berkshire Theatre Group will hold the 8th Annual Richie duPont Award Event on June 8 at 8pm at Firefly Restaurant in Lenox.

BroadwayWorld recently chatted with featured performer Donna Murphy about her upcoming appearance in the special celebration:

With characters ranging from Worrying Worm and The Ugly Ducking to Laura Ingalls Wilder and Hamlet, the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center 's 2013-14 Bemis Company Education Series will create an exciting platform for learning onstage. The new lineup was announced Thursday, April 25 at the Center's annual Together for the Arts Educator Open House.

Does anyone do fairy tales straight anymore? I don't think so-and that's a good thing. Even Disney threw out the old helpless princess saved by the handsome price routine over a decade ago. Still, no one has quite the same twisted take on childhood classics as author Jon Scieszka. He doesn't just reinvent fairy tales, he blows them to bits. In his world, the Ugly Duckling really is an ugly duckling, and she's totally okay with that, thank you very much.

In the video below, (together with the cast of "Sa Wakas") Ebe Dancel, vocalist, guitarist of Sugarfree, performs his new composition, "Bawat Daan," specifically written for the musical.

A bittersweet love story that chronicles the end of one relationship and the beginning of another, that is the plot of the new rock musical 'Sa Wakas,' by Culture Shock Productions, in cooperation with Fringe MNL.

SCA has received the gift of a $20,000 grant from the Fairfield County Community Foundation.

Stamford Center for the Arts is proud to welcome back Lightwire Theater and Corbian Arts & Dance (as seen on America's Got Talent) who bring new life to the classic tales 'The Ugly Duckling' and 'The Tortoise & The Hare' today, February 7, 2013 at 10:00 AM at the Palace Theatre in Stamford.

The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents 'The Ugly Duckling,' Today, Jan. 18. This story is part of the 2012-13 season of Today Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at the Playhouse, today, Jan. 18, at 9:30 and 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM.

Stamford Center for the Arts is proud to welcome back Lightwire Theater and Corbian Arts & Dance (as seen on America's Got Talent) who bring new life to the classic tales 'The Ugly Duckling' and 'The Tortoise & The Hare' on Thursday, February 7, 2013 at 10:00 AM at the Palace Theatre in Stamford.

The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents 'The Ugly Duckling,' Friday, Jan. 18. This story is part of the 2012-13 season of Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at the Playhouse, Friday, Jan. 18, at 9:30 and 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM.

Sally Cookson's enchanting and inventive production of Cinderella: A Fairytale runs at St. James Theatre until 26 January 2013, with press night on 18 December 2012. The cast is Craig Edwards (Step Mother/ Father), Thomas Eccleshare (Prince), Tom Godwin (Step Brother), Lisa Kerr (Ella) and Lucy Tuck (Step Sister). Musicians are Adam Pleeth and Brian Hargreaves, playing Benji Bower's folk-jazz score. Get a first look at the production in the photos below!

The Hartt School presents a variety of music, dance, and theatre performances this December, many of which are free, and all are open to the public.

The Bonstelle Theatre will open an adaptation by Tyler J. Monroe of one of Hans Christian Andersen's most popular fairytales, The Snow Queen, just in time for the holiday season. It runs from tonight, November 30 to December 9, 2012.

Craig Edwards (Step Mother), Thomas Eccleshare (Prince), Lisa Kerr (Ella) and Lucy Tuck (Step Sister) will reprise their roles in Sally Cookson's enchanting and inventive production of Cinderella: A Fairytale, originally staged to huge acclaim at the Tobacco Factory Theatre, Bristol in 2011. They will be joined by Tom Godwin (Step Brother) in the production which begins performances at the St. James Theatre on 12 December 2012, running until 26 January 2013, with press night on 18 December 2012. Musicians are Adam Pleeth and Brian Hargreaves, playing Benji Bower's folk-jazz score.

Michael Rosen, the Children's Poet Laureate (2007-9) and author of over 140 children's books will perform his wonderful show full of poems, songs and jokes including old favorites like We're Going On A Bear Hunt while Kipper Tie Theatre will premiere a new adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's favorite, The Ugly Duckling.

The Bonstelle Theatre will open an adaptation by Tyler J. Monroe of one of Hans Christian Andersen's most popular fairytales, The Snow Queen, just in time for the holiday season. It runs from November 30 to December 9, 2012. This classic children's fairytale is a holiday treat, and the Bonstelle Theatre's production will include a preshow craft activity with cast members for children starting 45 minutes prior to curtain time.

The Shadow Box Theatre presents Lumpy Bumpy Pumpkin, an original tale similar to the story of the ugly duckling. It is described as 'a story about someone different who finds acceptance. With comedy, compassion, and plenty of pumpkins, this Halloween story will soon have everyone singing along and rooting for Lumpy Bumpy Pumpkin. Along with Lumpy Bumpy, we learn that everyone has a special talent - you just have to find it! The spirit and energy of our storyteller and guitarist help bring Farmer Joe's pumpkin patch to life. The show includes a rousing Halloween Sing-Along.'

The Des Moines Community Playhouse presents 'Chicken Little,' Friday, Oct. 12. This story is the first in the 2012-13 season of Friday Funday, a creative participatory story theatre program for children ages 4-6. Performances are at the Playhouse, Friday, Oct. 12, at 9:30 and 10:30 AM, and 1:30 PM. Shows are approximately 45 minutes in length. Admission is $5 per person, adults and children. Reservations are suggested and can be made online at dmplayhouse.com and by calling the Playhouse ticket office at 515-277-6261.