Performing Arts News
This category features news about dance, theater, music and other live audience performances (magic shows, puppetry, circus, comedy, etc.), festivals, venues, artists, staging and ticketing. The spotlight is on news of interest to theater goers, producers and performing arts amateurs and professionals.
"Maestro's Magical Music Box," a New, Interactive Children's Series, Comes to Life March 19, 2021 on YouTube
An all-new, live action/animated children's web series, Maestro's Magical Music Box, is debuting on YouTube. Season One focuses on much-needed Fine Arts education, and it features broader reach with episodes in Spanish and ASL. Sing-alongs, DIY crafting and magical characters will appeal to families and kids of all ages. - March 06, 2021 - Dream Sweet Films, LLC
Ticket Kite Launches New "All Motown" Vegas Show Featuring All-Female Cast
All Motown Opens with The Duchesses of Motown All-Female Cast - March 04, 2021 - The Modern Showrooms
Allegro Music Academy to Introduce Unique Summer Camp to Sarasota and Bradenton
Allegro Academy of Music, Etiquette and Dance will introduce a new summer curriculum for it's students beginning in May of 2021. - February 26, 2021 - Allegro Music, Dance and Etiquette Academy
Allegro Music Academy to Offer New Dance Classes
In collaboration with Natasha Barrera of Bachata Fuego, one of Sarasota's most distinguished institutions prepares all new kinds of dance classes. - February 17, 2021 - Allegro Music, Dance and Etiquette Academy
Filmed Productions Online: Trying at North Coast Repertory Theatre
In an era where truth and values are being hotly debated, Trying presents an intriguing snapshot of American history. The story is based on playwright Joanna McClelland Glass’s experience as an assistant to famed Attorney General and Chief Judge at Nuremberg, Francis Biddle, during the final... - February 13, 2021 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Allegro Academy of Music, Etiquette and Dance Welcomes Natasha Barrera
Allegro Music Academy Welcomes Natasha Barrera as their in-house Dance Instructor. - February 10, 2021 - Allegro Music, Dance and Etiquette Academy
Heritage Music Group, Headed by Grammy Award Winner Jovan Dawkins, Releases First Single by Rapper, Chris Washington
Hip Hop lyricist and producer Chris Washington, is solidifying his career as a solo artist with the release of his first single, “Rise.” - February 02, 2021 - Urban 411 Entertainment
Former Ceelo Producer Releases Genre Smashing Music
ATL has long been a hub for next level talent, but this is different. - January 30, 2021 - Best Background Beats
Motivational Trap Artist EnergyGod Announces New Album Drop in Late February
EnergyGod, AKA Brandon Thaxton, is preparing to release “Trap Motivation,” a new album with songs that address busting out of the “trap” that holds marginalized people down. The album was born out of a burst of COVID-19 fueled creativity and inspiration, when Thaxton said he “lost his mind and recorded it.” - January 29, 2021 - Trap Motivation
Acclaimed Singer/Songwriter Dante Hall Set to Publish "Growing Up Black: Things My Grandparents Said," First Buzzworthy Coffee Table Book of 2021
Nostalgic project enshrines what Gospel Singer Yolanda Adams calls the “infinite history of sayings” familiar to millions of African-Americans; Marks first foray into book writing for Hall, a Grammy-recognized recording artist - January 27, 2021 - Dante Hall
iPOP! Conducts New Virtual Program Called "iPREP" for Aspiring Talent in the Entertainment Industry
iPOP! kicked off the first ever virtual showcase and networking event, called iPREP! iPREP!, which ran in early January, brought together 100 aspiring performers from all over the world, celebrity coaches, and some of the entertainment industry’s top agents, managers, and record label reps. - January 16, 2021 - iPOP! LA
Multi-Grammy Award Winning Producers from Box Bangers to Lease Beats on the World's #1 Beat Marketplace, BeatStars
Box Bangers is the brainchild and production company of Darius “Deezle” Harrison and Eric “88 Fingaz” Parham. Together they have assembled a collective of veteran and up & coming multi-Grammy and ASCAP award winning producers who are looking to give back to the musical... - January 15, 2021 - Deezle
A Time to Reflect and Heal Through the Gentle Sounds of a Piano... New Album Release "Reflections" - Inspired by the COVID Confinement
"Reflections," by Alejandro Santoyo (Pianist and Composer), Banade Records The talented composer and pianist has released his 6th album, “Reflections,” inspired and composed during the recent COVID confinement months, with original themes that convey unique feelings of... - January 14, 2021 - Banade Records
The Jane Austen Society of North America’s Southwest Region Announces Winners of Its 2020 Short Film Contest
Six winners submitted short films judged by preeminent experts in the industry; each entry examined the life and works of Jane Austen in new and innovative ways. - January 02, 2021 - Jane Austen Society of North America - Southwest Region
Theatre Company Continuing to Create Theatre Productions Digitally
Internationally award-winning British theatre company, from Devon, continuing to create groundbreaking theatre work, using digital technologies, during the COVID-19 crisis. - January 01, 2021 - The South Devon Players Theatre & Film Company
Twitch Mega-Talent Venus Releasing New Single "Swathe of Stars" in January
Popular Twitch star Venus and her label, Hand Delivered Records, will be releasing “Swathe of Stars” which has become a hit on her live music performance streams. “Swathe of Stars” is a classic love song filled with hope and positivity which premiered on her VenusWorld... - December 23, 2020 - Hand Delivered Records
Aim High's 29 Free Online Dance Classes for Adults and Children
We're Aim High Dance academy and we are offering 29 free dance classes for adults and children all online. These are weekly classes that will be going on until the end of March. - December 23, 2020 - Aim High Dance Academy
3 Generations of Jazzercise in the Press
More than 50 years after its beginning, Jazzercise remains as popular as ever. Today, Founder and CEO Judi Sheppard Missett and daughter president Shanna Missett Nelson welcome Skyla Nelson to the business. Newly-certified 18-year-old Skyla has followed in their footsteps by certifying as an instructor, bringing the $100 million dollar fitness empire to a whole new generation of women. - December 18, 2020 - Jazzercise, Inc.
First Black-Owned Script Consultant Agency CEO Set to Host Live Virtual Screenwriting Workshop
Shannan E. Johnson launched The Professional Pen to Develop Hollywood's Emerging Screenwriters and is Now Launching Her Next Screenplay Crash Course - "WhoTF Has Time For Film School?" - December 17, 2020 - The Professional Pen
Sabrina J. McCabe Celebrated as an Honored Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Sabrina J. McCabe of San Mateo, California has been celebrated as an honored member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and high level of success in the performing arts field. About Sabrina J. McCabe Sabrina McCabe has over 20 years’... - December 16, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
Local Triple-Threat Artist and Beauty Queen Releases Debut Single
Miss South Florida Fair Juliette Valle’s Christmas single released on December 14, with all proceeds to help fund organ donation programs. - December 15, 2020 - Juliette Valle
Shorecrest’s Evan Hoefer ‘21 Earns National Performing Arts Award from YoungArts
Shorecrest senior Evan Hoefer ‘21 has been named a 2021 National YoungArts Foundation Award winner for his exceptional achievement in Theater. As a YoungArts finalist, Evan is eligible to be nominated to become a U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts, one of the highest honors given high school seniors bestowed by the President of the United States. - December 13, 2020 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Filmed Productions Online: A Christmas Carol at North Coast Repertory Theatre Streaming on Demand
North Coast Repertory Theatre is giving viewers a delightfully reimagined way to experience Charles Dickens’ masterpiece, A Christmas Carol. - November 30, 2020 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Filmed Productions Online: An Iliad at North Coast Repertory Theatre Streaming on Demand
An Iliad is a dynamic adaptation of Homer’s classic poem about the Trojan War. - November 30, 2020 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
DJ-Producer Lizzy Wang Ranked #52 Globally by DJane Magazine
China's top ranked female DJ LIZZY WANG vaults up 40 places to #52 in the 2020 DJane Magazine yearly rankings. Last year's #92, LIZZY WANG has broken through in 2020 with a prolific touring schedule, plus remixes and collaborations with Ferry Cprsten, Henri PFR and Valentino Khan. - November 25, 2020 - B2 Holdings Ltd.
J Young MDK Talks Dual Albums, 50/50 Campaign, Dealing with Diabetes and More
Artist, actor and noted entertainer J Young MDK, Has already made music history as the first performer to drop two albums from two different genres on the same day, Aqua (R&B) and Black (RAP). - November 13, 2020 - J Young MDK
The South Devon Players Theatre & Film Company Turns Digital to Survive
Internationally award-winning British theatre company survives the COVID pandemic restrictions by creating theatre entirely online using digital software, with the actors working safely from home. - November 12, 2020 - The South Devon Players Theatre & Film Company
Allegro Music Academy Open Enrollment
Allegro Music Academy's Open Enrollment continues through December 1, offering lessons in a wide variety of instruments for students of every age. - November 10, 2020 - Allegro Music, Dance and Etiquette Academy
Dementia Society of America Presents "Broadway Alive!"
The Dementia Society of America® will be presenting its first online fundraising entertainment program on Sunday evening, November 22, 2020, at 6:00 pm (ET). The program, called "Broadway Alive!™," will feature a special performance by Keith Spencer, a nationally recognized... - November 05, 2020 - Dementia Society of America
Jared Moussalli & Money Records Help Artists Get Paid
Talent pays; just ask Money Records founder Jared Moussalli. His goal is to help independent artists gain royalties. Jared wants to provide a platform for them to release their next wave music. He aspires to improve the lives of musicians through effective marketing. - November 03, 2020 - Money Records LLC
Sabrina J. McCabe Recognized as a VIP Member for 2020 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Sabrina J. McCabe of San Mateo, California has been recognized as a VIP Member for 2020 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of performing arts. About Sabrina J. McCabe Sabrina McCabe is the owner and performing... - October 27, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
Celebrated Rock ‘n’ Roll Icon Nancy Wilson Releases Her Version of Bruce Springsteen’s "The Rising"
Debut Single From First Ever Solo Album - October 23, 2020 - Carry On Music
"Murder in the Woods" is Back in Theaters by Popular Demand to Celebrate the Halloween Season
Richard Roeper from the Chicago Sun-Times calls it “Darkly Funny”; Humberto Guida from LATV “A non-stop thrill ride that doesn’t let up” and Jim Hemphill from Filmmaker Magazine says “...a smart, funny and very effective horror movie that recalls classics of the genre but has a voice and style all its own.” - October 23, 2020 - REZINATE Entertainment, LLC
Barber Authority Announces the Opening of Sim's Barber Lab
The Barber Authority, trusted throughout the music, action sports, motor sports, and entertainment industries as the go-to personal services coordinator for premium on-site grooming services, today announced the opening of Sim’s Barber Lab, a CDC compliant barbershop engineered with physical... - October 22, 2020 - Barber Authority
Unprecedented Success of Disney+ Series WandaVision Trailer Compels Release of New Video and Single Release
The groundbreaking success of the recently released Marvel Studios, Disney+ WandaVision series trailer prominently featuring The Platters' timeless hit Twilight Time has prompted the acclaimed international vocal group to release a new video and a newly mastered release of the single. - October 16, 2020 - Herb Reed Enterprises LLC
Filmed Plays Online: Necessary Sacrifices at North Coast Repertory Theatre Streaming on Demand
North Coast Rep's award-winning theatre located in Solana Beach, CA is doing innovative theatre during this time by being the first theatre in the US to film a live stage performance for streaming. - October 15, 2020 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
A New Opera Inspired by Abdullah Öcalan is Now Available
Today, composer Nathan Felix, releases a new chamber opera inspired by Kurdish Political Activist, Abdullah Öcalan. The album titled, Öcalan, is now available to stream and download worldwide on all digital platforms including but not limited to Spotify, Apple iTunes Music, YouTube, Pandora, Amazon Music, etc. - October 15, 2020 - Nathan Felix
The Richard Lawson Studios Master Class Series Welcomes Casting Directors Robi Reed and Kim Coleman
The Richard Lawson Studios will be joined by two iconic casting directors, returning guest Robi Reed and first time guest Kim Coleman for it’s Master Class series. Master classes are held on Saturday morning at 10am PST. Richard Lawson Studios (RLS) was founded in Los Angeles, California in... - October 14, 2020 - Richard Lawson Studios
Global Art Projection on the Facade of Sarajevo's History Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina
Hello World is a large-scale international art project produced by the nonprofit TransCultural Exchange as a demonstration of solidarity during the COVID-19 pandemic. With the mere click of a mouse, people can now enjoy a whirlwind tour around the globe through the nearly 250 artworks on Hello... - October 10, 2020 - TransCultural Exchange
20 Year Project in the Making, Hamlet/Horatio Released to Vimeo in Early October
Hamlet/Horatio is a film re-staging of Hamlet from Horatio's perspective. David Wenzel said he played Hamlet in several NYC productions that were produced. This is how they came up with a new concept of the tragedy of Hamlet. The film has won awards at the multiple film festivals, including the Los Angeles Film Awards and the New York Cinematography Awards. - October 05, 2020 - David Wenzel
Epicenter for the Arts Announces New Performing Arts Training Facility
Epicenter for the Arts just started their eighth season in Southlake and will be moving to a larger facility soon. They are excited to share about their expansion with their Southlake families and the surrounding communities. They would love to set up a time to speak more about who they are and what they do. - October 05, 2020 - Epicenter for the Arts
Armin Lear Releases Music vs The Man by Acclaimed Filmmaker Peter Rowe
Filmmaker Peter Rowe's new book, Music vs The Man, is now available in English worldwide in digital and print format. Published by Armin Lear Press, the book is supported by a 90-second video, posted on the Armin Lear website, giving potential readers a taste of the action. - October 03, 2020 - Armin Lear Press
Celebrated Rock ‘n’ Roll Icon Nancy Wilson to Release First Ever Solo Album
Signs Worldwide Deal with Carry On Music, Album Due Early 2021; First Single Out October 23, 2020 – Nancy's Version of Bruce Springsteen’s “The Rising.” - October 01, 2020 - Carry On Music
Bonnie J. Wallace’s Top Hollywood Acting Teachers: Inspiration & Advice for Actors is Out October 6, 2020
The book contains exclusive interviews with 12 of the most successful acting teachers in LA, and details what they know about how to succeed in the Industry, how they train and coach their students, what guides their different approaches for actors, as well as their wisdom and advice. Perfect for aspiring actors as well as successful working actors looking to learn from the best, the real-world insights and secrets shared from these masters shed light on what it really takes to make it. - September 30, 2020 - Hometown to Hollywood
COVID Shutdown Leads Composer/Producer Jay Condiotti to Passion Project with Help from Sound Royalties
Success with Film, TV and Commercial Scores Open Door to Dream Studio and New EP Silver Smile with Wife, Brooke - September 29, 2020 - Sound Royalties
Philadelphia International Music Festival Virtual Concerto Competition Winners Earn Scholarships and Performance Opportunities
Young musicians from all over the world took part in the annual competition, which went online for the first time due to the COVID-19 health emergency. - September 28, 2020 - Philadelphia International Music Festival
Come to Poppa. New Album by Cortez Out October 2, 2020.
Funky and disco breakthrough for Italian rock artist Cortez: from Friday, October 2 the new album by Cortez “Come to Poppa” (AB Music) is available in all digital stores. - September 27, 2020 - Alessandro Bagagli Music
Radically Inclusive Dance Group Launches 5th Annual ON DISPLAY GLOBAL in Honor of International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Heidi Latsky Dance holds durational Zoom performance with worldwide participation. - September 26, 2020 - Heidi Latsky Dance
Independent Filmmaker Dorian Goto Stone's Live-Action Virtual Reality Film "GEIMU" About a Medieval Japanese Game World Has Festival World Premiere at VIFF
"GEIMU" is an immersive Japanese live-action 3D virtual reality (VR) film made for viewing in a VR headset. Produced and directed by independent filmmaker Dorian Goto Stone, GEIMU is a narrative short film that combines gaming, VR and cinema and is set in a medieval Japanese game world. It will be viewable globally for free from Sept. 24 (12pm PDT) to Oct. 7 during VIFF. - September 24, 2020 - Dorian Stone
Goodly Rotten Apple Productions Announces a Limited Online Release of Award-Winning Comedy Web Series, by, for, and About Women: Tech Bettys
Tech Bettys to Premiere three episodes Saturday, October 10, 2020 (10/10/2020) as follows: 10:10am Live Stream release of Episode 1; 11:11am Live Stream release of Episode 2; 12:12pm Live Stream release of Episode 3. The episodes will remain up on the Tech Bettys YouTube Channel for 10 days until 10:10pm on October 20, 2020 (10/20/2020). - September 24, 2020 - Goodly Rotten Apple Productions, LLC