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.
Dangerously Funny, a Comedy Reality TV Show, Starring Jimmie Lee-the Jersey Outlaw Premieres Season 3 on Dec. 1, 2018
Dangerously Funny, A Comedy Reality TV Show - Starring Jimmie Lee, The Jersey Outlaw. Jimmie Lee and the posse take to the streets for the best in ad lib uncensored street comedy skits. - December 10, 2018 - Jimmie Lee, The Jersey Outlaw
Derlie Records' Teen Recording Artist Jordan Denise Williams Releases Song for Consideration for a 61st GRAMMY® Nomination to Benefit American Cancer Society
Derlie Records' 14 year old Best Of The Bay Winner for Best Original Pop Act, Christian/Pop Singer, Songwriter, Musician, Jordan Denise Williams, released her new single "I Close My Eyes" with a stunning live performance at the Krazy Kup in Plant City, FL. The song is on the ballot for consideration for a nomination for the 61st GRAMMY Awards for Best Gospel Performance Song. A portion of the net proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. Derlie Records voted Best Of The Bay Best Record Label - December 08, 2018 - Derlie Records Inc.
Tell Me Something Good! Funk’s Legendary Band, Rufus, Can.
Rufus Featuring Chaka Khan have received their 3rd nomination for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Could 3rd time be a charm? The band hopes so! - December 07, 2018 - Maiden Entertainment
Pop the Cork: Dance Anthem "Let’s Spend This New Year’s Eve at Home" is More Fun Than Champagne
New York-based Young Pals Music ushers in 2019 with festive new single from Christi Bauerlee. - December 07, 2018 - Young Pals Music
Connecticut Concert Ballet Presents The Nutcracker 2018
Connecticut Concert Ballet, a semi-professional not-for-profit organization, is proud to present the 2018 production of The Nutcracker in the Hartford, Connecticut area. - December 03, 2018 - Connecticut Concert Ballet
Main Street Song and Dance Troupe Announces 2018 Holiday Show “Christmas On Main Street”
Main Street Song and Dance Troupe, a performance group of acclaimed teen vocalists and dancers from Southeastern Wisconsin, is proud to announce the troupe’s 2018 holiday show “Christmas on Main Street.” This family-friendly show features holiday classics as well as hits from... - November 29, 2018 - Main Street Song and Dance Troupe
A Pretty Woman to Host the #IAM Pop Up Event at Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills Nov 23, 2018
Middle East and international superstars to attend/perform at the #IAM Pop Up Event at the Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire Hotel, 9500 Wilshire Blvd., 90210 Nov 23, 2018. The Extravaganza social media event will be live to tens of millions of fans across the globe in an attempt to break the internet. - November 22, 2018 - Mayssa Karaa
Stephen Alltop, Music Director & Conductor and David Bachmann, Associate Conductor Announce the Highly-Anticipated Annual Holiday Tradition
Labeled a “venerable holiday tradition” by The Chicago Tribune, Apollo Chorus of Chicago’s annual presentation of Händel’s enduring masterpiece is not to be missed. - November 15, 2018 - Apollo Chorus of Chicago
Stephen King Selects U.S. Army Veteran for $1 Movie Contract
Horror writer Stephen King has chosen his latest Dollar Baby movie producer; Former Army Major Howard Schellenberg of Fort Lauderdale, Florida as the recipient of a contract to produce a non-commercial movie and screenplay based on his short story, "Beachworld" for $1. Schellenberg is the first military veteran selected by Mr. King. - November 12, 2018 - TowerTorch.com
Always... Patsy Cline at North Coast Repertory Theatre
In a departure from the usual holiday fare, North Coast Repertory Theatre proudly presents Always... Patsy Cline. The show is based on the touching story of Patsy’s friendship with Louise Seger, a fan who continued a correspondence with her to the end of her life. Enjoy a host of enduring... - November 09, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Production Advantage Adds Rental Department in Vermont
Production Advantage announces the establishment of a Rentals Division serving the northern New England/Upstate New York areas. This division allows local businesses the ability to easily rent professional equipment at an affordable price. The new division began with the acquisition of... - November 09, 2018 - Production Advantage
Strip Advisor Launches Worldwide; Strip Advisor is Casting a Global Brand Ambassador/Spokesmodel for the Media Launch and a Reality Television Series
Las Vegas is proud to announce the launch of Strip Advisor. Debuting in the heart of Sin City and reaching across the globe to Los Angeles, Houston, Miami, New York City, Denver, Atlanta, London and Canada. Strip Advisor works directly with strip clubs and male revues from all over the world with... - November 07, 2018 - Strip Advisor
The Snow Queen at North Coast Repertory Theatre School
You and your children will be enchanted by The Show Queen, the upcoming play by The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep. Adapted from the beloved Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale by Ron Nicol, this non-musical production tells the story of Gerda, a little girl who bravely searches for her friend Kai... - November 04, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
L. Ron Hubbard's "Shadows from Boot Hill" Puts Guests in the Halloween Spirit at the Scientology Info Center
On Friday Oct.26th the L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theatre brought "Shadows from Boot Hill," L. Ron Hubbard's only western fantasy, to life at the Scientology Information Center, giving attendees a case of the pre-Halloween spooks. - November 02, 2018 - Church of Scientology
The Year of Magical Thinking at North Coast Repertory Theatre
Back by popular demand, Linda Purl returns with her one-woman tour-de-force show. Based on Joan Didion’s National Book Award-winning memoir, “The Year of Magical Thinking,” this show takes you on a remarkable journey about loss and the ultimate triumph of the human spirit. This... - October 30, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Help for Talent Competition Contestants in the Form of a New Book Called "STAGE FRIGHT - NO MORE!" by Rand Woodbury
"STAGE FRIGHT - NO MORE!" - Understanding and eliminating the fears of public speaking or performance. Stage entertainer Rand Woodbury, son of legendary comedian Woody Woodbury, has released a new book on the fears associated with performing in front of audiences. - October 28, 2018 - K Horses Media, Inc.
Rest, In Pieces at North Coast Rep
Rest, In Pieces by Steve Bluestein October 29, 2018 With love, laughter, and a little sarcasm (…okay, maybe a lot), a son and his parents test the strength of the familial bond in a “what if” scenario as we watch how death affects a family when one member is removed. Free... - October 28, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
The Wendy Woo Band to Headline Fundraiser to Support Affordable Mental Health Support in Denver
Colorado favorite, The Wendy Wood Band, will headline a fundraiser at Dazzle, Denver’s premier jazz venue, on Sunday, November 4, 2018, from 5:30 – 9:00 p.m. This second-annual “Gift of Music” fundraiser is organized to help support People House’s effort to keeping... - October 25, 2018 - People House
Local Dance Team Needs DMV Help
Howard University's Ooh La La Dance team wants your votes to help them win the 2nd Annual Radiant Danceoff, sponsored by HBCU Dance and Proctor and Gamble. - October 23, 2018 - Ooh La La! Dance Line
Guitar Neck Fret Repair Revolutionized
In today's “throw away” world, restoration will prevail. A new process to save your worn out frets. - October 22, 2018 - Chaos Guitars
The L. Ron Hubbard Theatre: To Present a Spooktacular Performance on October 26th
The L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theatre will deliver an old time radio style performance of the western story, Shadows from Boot Hill, at the Scientology Information Center in downtown Clearwater, on Friday October 26th at 6:30pm. There is no cost to attend and light refreshments will be served. All are welcome. - October 20, 2018 - Church of Scientology
Art Fort Lauderdale® Co-Founders Partner with Leading Cultural Institutions Throughout the City for Inaugural Fort Lauderdale Art & Design Week (January 19-27, 2019)
Major Events and Exhibitions, including the last two days of Hamilton at the Performing Arts Center, launch of the AIA Fort Lauderdale Architectural Fair, Pierre-Auguste Renoir: Affinities and Distinctions, Remember to react: 60 years of collecting exhibit at the NSU Art Museum and More to Align with the Third Edition of Art Fort Lauderdale (January 24-27). - October 17, 2018 - Art Fort Lauderdale
North Texas Performing Arts Names Darrell Rodenbaugh Chief Executive Officer
The fastest growing not-for-profit youth theatre organization in North America based in Plano, Texas, announces today that long-serving Board President Darrell Rodenbaugh will assume the position of Chief Executive Officer on a pro bono basis. - October 10, 2018 - North Texas Performing Arts
Artist Alexey Steele Uses Runway as Public Art to Share His Peace Message at the LA Fashion Week Grand Finale
Newly founded design company Sculptoglyph in collaboration with Bohemian Society international progressive fashion label will launch its "Peace Prevail" campaign at the Grand Finale of LA Fashion Week. - October 10, 2018 - Alexey Steele
Idarose Releases Highly-Anticipated Debut Single “Talk About Myself”
Accomplished Miami Songwriter and Composer Shows Off Her Sultry Voice and Musical Training with Debut Single Worthy of Industry Veterans. - October 09, 2018 - Q-Music Group
Eastern Opera of NJ Returns to the Brook Bringing Puccini
Eastern Opera of New Jersey opens it's new season with Puccini's highly acclaimed opera, Manon Lescaut. Tickets are available for Friday November 9th with performance at 7pm and Sunday November 11th with performance at 3 pm at the newly restored Brook Arts Center, 10 Hamilton St. Bound Brook, NJ. - October 09, 2018 - Eastern Opera Corp.
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) Names Its 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner at Annual Conference in Fort Worth
NACCE Recognizes Four Day Weekend of Fort Worth, Texas, as its 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner. The award is presented to an individual or group that has achieved entrepreneurial success and played a pivotal role in the community through involvement and support of civic activities. - October 09, 2018 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Holmes and Watson at North Coast Repertory Theatre
In this West Coast premiere, by Jeffrey Hatcher, Dr. Watson has to discern which of three men is the missing Sherlock Holmes. Already extended due to popular demand. David Ellenstein directs J. Todd Adams,* Richard Baird,* Si Osborne,* Drew Parker,* Alice Sherman*, Jacob Sidney,* and Christopher M. - October 09, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
HBAPA Holds Middle School Outreach Performance
The Huntington Beach Academy for the Performing Arts, a magnet program for the Huntington Beach Union High School District, is seeking to bridge the gap between middle and high schools by offering a middle school outreach to local intermediate schools, in a first-ever Middle School Outreach Event. - October 06, 2018 - Huntington Beach Academy for the Performing Arts
World Premiere of “Above and Beyond” & “The Silence”
New one-act plays from Faye Sholiton and Robert Hawkes presented by Playwrights Local beginning November 2. - October 05, 2018 - Playwrights Local
Ry, Pop Solo Artist Sensation, Releases Hit New Single “Eyes” Today
Eyes hits radio and streaming platforms worldwide and is now available on all streaming platforms. - September 28, 2018 - Ry
Alfonso Lovo Band, Number One in Blues, and Akademia Artist of the Year, 2017
Alfonso Lovo is a very versatile multi-instrumental musician, that can go from flamenco and acoustic blues guitar, singing, to electric blues, and jazz piano. His first album was Terremoto, Richter 6.35, and followed by Freedom Fighters in the 1980's. He is at his maturity as a musician, and this was proven by his performance at Rio Loco Festival in Toulouse, France on June 14, 2014. Now he is releasing in 2018, his New Orleans Sessions album. - September 24, 2018 - Alfonso Lovo
Marcella Smeele of the Company Synergy for Music Helps People to Achieve Their Goals and Live Their Passion; Ask Marcella Anything
Marcella was in born in The Hague in The Netherlands, she is 30 years old and she helps people to achieve their goal and live from their passion. - September 22, 2018 - Synergy For Music
Free2Luv Presents Unstoppable: Tour De Force Cirque Offering Self-Empowerment as an Anti-Bullying Solution
Award-winning youth empowerment nonprofit, Free2Luv presents an innovative approach to bullying and youth suicide epidemic utilizing the arts. - September 22, 2018 - Free2Luv
America's Got Talent Finalist Katrina "Kat" Williams to Headline Day of the African Equestrian Gala on Saturday, September 22 in North Carolina
Singer, songwriter Katrina “Kat” Williams and her trio will entertain guests at the Day of the African Equestrian soirée on Saturday Evening, September 22nd at Harambee Farm in the Green Creek Township of North Carolina’s Polk County. The evening will benefit Africa focused charities. - September 21, 2018 - SportsQuest International, LLC
CharacterBased, Confronting Inequality in Film
Two friends circumvent the industry. - September 21, 2018 - CharacterBased
Tuesday Night Comics at North Coast Rep
Cast: Host – Mark Christopher Lawrence Ash Foster - Musical Guest Scott Wood - Headliner Al Gavi - Featured Act Daniel Storrow - Opening Act Where: North Coast Repertory Theatre 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Solana Beach, CA 92075 Schedule: September 25, 2018 at 7:30pm Prices: $27 Discounts:... - September 19, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
International Burlesque Faire Comes to Philadelphia
High glamour and even higher stakes on display as 12 professional burlesque artists take the stage to vie for top prize at the International Burlesque Faire. - September 18, 2018 - HoM Consulting
Home Front at North Coast Rep
Free Reading at North Coast Repertory Theatre of Tony Award winning playwright Warren Light. - September 16, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Grover Cleveland Inaugural Ball Celebrates New Jersey History on November 10th
The Grover Cleveland Birthplace Memorial Association and The Montclair Orchestra are pleased to invite the public to an interactive and opulent ball celebrating the 1883 Inauguration of President Grover Cleveland at the Upper Montclair Women's Club in Montclair, New Jersey on Saturday, November 10th, 2018 at 6:30pm. - September 14, 2018 - Grover Cleveland Birthplace
321 Entertainment and Chase the Cat Productions Presents the Atlanta Premiere of Levy Lee Simon’s The Bow Wow Club
The award winning play, The Bow Wow Club, written and directed by Levy Lee Simon, will make it's Atlanta debut September 21, 2018. Winner of the Lorraine Hansberry Award – the Kennedy Center, ACTF, and three time NAACP nominee, the play is a serious comedy about friendship lost and rediscovered. Opening Night is Friday, September 21, 2018 at 7:30 PM followed by a reception. The show will run through September 30, 2018. www.thebowwowclub.com - September 14, 2018 - 321 Entertainment
Composer Premieres 6-Sided Keyboard & Reimagines Museum Through Music, Performance Art, Cosplay and Scavenger Hunt
Explore music and performance art in all corners of the museum highlighted by a scavenger hunt, cosplay and grand finale of the 6-sided Keyboard. Composer, Nathan Felix has assembled an eclectic group of musicians and performers, such as Justin Boyd & From Those Who Follow the Echoes, who will use the theme of “electro” and “synthesizer” for their original compositions. - September 12, 2018 - Nathan Felix
Edgemar Center for the Arts to Host "Paris Scenes" Photography Exhibit by Local Santa Monica Photographer Bob Friday
Dramatic stories of Paris told through the photographs of local resident & photographer, Bob Friday. Opening Reception in the Michelle Danner Studio Gallery at the Edgemar Center for the Arts on Main Street, Santa Monica, Saturday September 15th, 2018 from 5-8PM. - September 11, 2018 - Bob Friday Photography
Watercolorist Deanna Williford Will be Featured Artist at Swift Creek Mill
Swift Creek Mill Theatre is pleased to present Deanna Williford as the Featured Artist during the production of Count Dracula running September 15 through October 27, 2018. All are welcome to enjoy Deanna’s work in the Mill Room during dinner/lunch or during intermission of each performance. - September 09, 2018 - Swift Creek Mill Theatre
New Program Provides Equal Access to Theatre Arts
Managing Director Steven Koehler establishes Pay What You Can Performances at Swift Creek Mill Theatre. - September 09, 2018 - Swift Creek Mill Theatre
Artistic Talent Homecoming at Swift Creek Mill Theatre
Guest Director Mark Costello and Scenic Designer Frank Foster Make the upcoming production of Count Dracula Stand Out due to decades of theatre experience. - September 08, 2018 - Swift Creek Mill Theatre
YOUNK to Deliver Grammy Level Artist Performance to Boston CollegeFest 2018 as Entertainment Sponsor
YOUNK, the world’s first community music label using blockchain will partner with Boston CollegeFest for this year’s "biggest back to school party" on September 22. The lineup will include select artists from YOUNK’s Top 30 chart, including a surprise guest who has never... - September 06, 2018 - YOUNK LLC
ONCE IN MY LIFETIME: A Buffalo Football Fantasy Brings Infamous Bills Super Bowl Kicker Scott Norwood Back to Buffalo
Twenty-seven years after Scott Norwood missed the final kick that lost the Buffalo Bills the Super Bowl by the narrowest margin in history, the infamous kicker returns to the Queen City to appear in ONCE IN MY LIFETIME: A Buffalo Football Fantasy, a new play celebrating the city's resilience, hope, and dedication to its team. - September 05, 2018 - Buffalo Boys Productions
Day of the African Equestrian: Celebration Extended to a Second Day - Singer/ Songwriter Drea D’nur to Headline Benefit Concert in Tryon, NC on Sept. 17
The celebration of African participation in the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games has been extended to a second day. A day of targeted activities has been added for Monday, September 17th in the Town of Tryon (North Carolina) - culminating with an evening of musical entertainment at the Rogers Park Amphitheater. Scheduled performers include Drea d'Nur, The Lemira Percussion Ensemble and Katrina "Kat" Williams. Beneficiaries include: Africare and the Focus on Africa Program at Merrill College. - August 29, 2018 - SportsQuest International, LLC
Non-for-Profit, Lawrence A. Martucci Benefit, Corp. Presents a 6th Annual Fundraiser for Local Pediatric Cancer Research “A Night at the Tropicana”
Lawrence A. Martucci Benefit, Corp. presents “A Night at the Tropicana” on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 6:30 PM at Centro Asturiano de Tampa. This 1940’s inspired event will benefit a local charity the Children’s Cancer Research Group through 1Voice Foundation. - August 27, 2018 - Lawrence A. Martucci Benefit, Corp.