http://www.PR.com/ Latest news releases from PR.com for Ridgefield Playhouse. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:05:20 -0500 © 2012 PR Worldwide, Inc. 60 en-us http://www.PR.com/images/logo_white.jpg http://www.PR.com/ 68 69 PR.com provides Free Press Release Distribution, & is a unique Directory of Businesses, Products, Services, & Jobs - in all industries. Find Full Company Profiles. http://www.pr.com/press-release/147871 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 13:52:00 -0400 Music lovers have been introduced to Saxophonist Branford Marsalis anywhere from the stages of the world’s greatest clubs and concert halls to seeing him jam on stage at a Grateful Dead concert. Now, no matter where you saw him- you can see him again at The Ridgefield Playhouse as he and his Quartet (Joey Calderazzo, Eric Revis and Jeff “Tain” Watts)—take the stage on Sunday, May 3 at 8 p.m. Part [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/147871 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/147766 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 03:00:00 -0400 It started as a documentary directed by fan and fellow actor/comedian Jeff Garlin and now it is a one man stage show, “This Filthy World” with John Waters let’s you get into the head of the great, albeit quirky, director- a very interesting place to be indeed. He emerges from a confessional onto a stage littered with trash. He tells stories. After a few about his childhood and early influences, he [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/147766 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/109101 Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:12:00 -0400 The Charlie Daniels Band (“The South’s Gonna Do it,” “The Legend of Wooley Swamp”, “The Devil Went Down to Georgia”) will be the headliner at a start the season Gala at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, October 11th. The Gala will include four star fare, open bar all night, a meet and greet with Mr. Daniels and one of a kind auction items such as a signed Paul Simon guitar, time spent at Mets batting practice with [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/109101 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/93256 Wed, 02 Jul 2008 03:00:00 -0400 A key member of Allison Krause + Union Station, guitarist Jerry Douglas is hailed by The New York Times as “dobro’s matchless contemporary master.” Focusing on the dobro, a resonating guitar instrument, the twelve time Grammy Award winner has been named Musician of the Year by The Country Music Association, The Academy of Country Music and The Americana Music Association. Classified as [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/93256 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/77028 Wed, 19 Mar 2008 03:00:00 -0400 The USA’s “Iron Woman,” Kristine Lilly became the first player in history, man or woman, to play in 200 soccer internationals when she played against Canada in the Nike U.S. Women’s Cup in 2000. The second all-time leading scorer and the all-time leader in minutes played, Kristine has played in 85% of games the U.S. women have played. This woman knows soccer, and more than that, she understands how [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/77028 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/77030 Wed, 19 Mar 2008 03:00:00 -0400 Imagine. Dance numbers from some of the very best of Broadway—“Sweet Charity,” “Dancin’,” “Brigadoon,” “My One and Only,” “Carousel,” “The King and I” and “Singin’ in the Rain”—all together at one time on stage at The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts at 8 p.m. on Friday, April 4. Presented by [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/77030 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/74171 Thu, 28 Feb 2008 03:00:00 -0500 John Waite, appearing at The Ridgefield Playhouse on March 9. British rocker John Waite is invading The Ridgefield Playhouse. John Waite has always captured the moment through his songs, whether with the Babys (“Everytime I Think of You”) or with Bad English (“When I See You Smile”) or on his own (“Missing You” and “Change”). John Waite is coming to The Ridgefield [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/74171 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/71308 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 03:00:00 -0500 Peggy Fleming will discuss health issues as part of the Adam Broderick Salon & Spa Series for Women and Girls and the Danbury Hospital Living Well Series at The Ridgefield Playhouse. Ms. Fleming is an Olympic athlete, having won the Gold medal in Grenoble, France (the only one for the US that year), so fitness and health are part of her daily lifestyle. [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/71308 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/71317 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 03:00:00 -0500 Come see the Broadway shows you love like you’ve never seen them before. The sidesplitting savagery known as “Forbidden Broadway” is on the road again. Now celebrating its 25th year, this year’s version includes the puppets of “Avenue Q,” the witches of “Wicked,” Billy Joel’s “Movin' Out,” and new looks at old favorites. This comedy musical review that affectionately spoofs the shows we all love, will be at The Ridgefield [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/71317 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/70788 Tue, 05 Feb 2008 03:00:00 -0500 Buckwheat Zydeco's powerful and haunting version of the classic, "Cryin' in the Streets" appears on "Our New Orleans: A Benefit Album for the Gulf Coast" along with songs by Allen Toussaint and Dr. John (both of whom have appeared at the Playhouse). After a sold out performance in 2007, Buckwheat is bringing that New Orleans sound to The Ridgefield Playhouse during Mardi Gras, on Sun., Feb. 17 at 8 p.m., as part of the [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/70788 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/63393 Thu, 06 Dec 2007 09:30:00 -0500 Sean Altman, in addition to being the founder and former leader of Rockapella, is part of a new breed of Jewish hipster comedy that includes Jon Stewart, Sacha Baron and Sarah Silverman. He is hilarious while drawing upon his Jewish heritage relating those bits of life we can all identify. He will do just that as he brings his “Jewmongous” to The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Thursday, [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/63393 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/62729 Sat, 01 Dec 2007 03:00:00 -0500 The Thanksgiving turkey has been put to rest . . . along with the stuffing, creamed onions and pumpkin pie. So, what’s for dinner over the coming holidays? How about something different, something as pleasing to the eye as it is to the heart. Join Chef Jehan S. deNoüe, who has appeared on TV as well as doing live demonstrations around the country, as he conjures up a meal fit for the most discerning diner at The [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/62729 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/57877 Fri, 26 Oct 2007 08:31:32 -0400 It’s going to be a super star studded event on November 2nd at the Ridgefield Playhouse. In addition to the legendary country music star Clint Black—he of “Killin’ Time,” “Strong One” and “When I Say I Do” (with Lisa Hartman Black)—headlining the evening, the “Denim and Diamonds” fundraiser, which begins at 7 p.m. also includes an auction with some signed memorabilia of Playhouse performers over the past year. [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/57877 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/57878 Fri, 26 Oct 2007 19:35:00 -0400 “The Russian American Kids Circus on stage makes spirits soar and crowds roar,” so said the New York Times, and you will echo that sentiment as the Russian American Kids Circus performs at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, November 10 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. as part of the Pepsi Children’s Series. [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/57878 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/57880 Fri, 26 Oct 2007 08:31:42 -0400 Best known as "Pat" on Saturday Night Live, Julia Sweeny is bringing her special brand of comedy to Ridgefield.What happens when you’re a zippy single looking forward to the future in a cozy new bachelorette home and your brother—along with your parents—moves into your place? Well, if you are stand-up comedian Julia Sweeney, you put together a hilarious monologue (“God Said Ha!”), take it on the road and keep your [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/57880 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/56088 Mon, 15 Oct 2007 09:18:00 -0400 Mia Farrow has appeared in more than forty films and won numerous awards. However, most of all, she is a humanitarian and an advocate, especially for children, and most recently for the situation in Darfur. Her inspirational life and relationship with her children will be the topic as the first presenter at The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Tuesday, October 23 at 7:30 p.m as part of the Adam [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/56088 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/56091 Fri, 12 Oct 2007 18:27:50 -0400 It’s rare when one gets to see a legend such as Jackie Mason in a small venue like The Ridgefield Playhouse. But, every so often, just before he takes his act to Broadway, Mr. Mason does a small tour of performing arts centers with his new material. You can hear all of his witty observations when Mr. Mason takes the stage of The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts on Thursday, October 18 at 8 p.m. as [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/56091 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/47486 Fri, 03 Aug 2007 03:00:00 -0400 Shakespeare's "As You Like It" will be shown for free on Saturday, August 11th at 2pm on the field next to the Playhouse. It’s a show that is filled with interesting sets and wonderful music. “It’s a great way to kick off our Benziger Family Winery Theater Series as well as a way to give back to the community,” says Allison Stockel, Executive Director of The Ridgefield Playhouse. “We do a lot of community outreach and [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/47486 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/47100 Tue, 31 Jul 2007 17:57:00 -0400 Actor Joe Pantoliano will be on hand to do a Q&A after he premieres his new film "Canvas" at the Ridgefield PLayhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts. Mr. Pantoliano not only stars in the film, but was also the producer of the film. He, along with writer/director Joseph Greco, will stay after the screening to talk to audience goers about the film which deals with mental illness. All proceeds from the film will go [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/47100 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/44368 Fri, 06 Jul 2007 13:18:00 -0400 You could walk right past Preservation Hall in New Orleans and never know it was there ... but just step inside, sit on the simple chairs and take in the upright piano, the 30-year old drum set, and wait for the magic of the Preservation Hall Jazz Band to begin. Oh, but wait, you don’t have to travel to New Orleans, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band is coming to The Ridgefield Playhouse on Friday, July 20 at 8 p.m. as [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/44368 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/44366 Fri, 06 Jul 2007 15:30:00 -0400 Their hits include “Rosanna,” “Hold the Line” and “Africa,” to name a few and now, after nearly 30 years of playing music together and enjoying worldwide success, Toto has once again joined their creative forces and recorded what could be their most personal album yet, “Falling in Between.” However, there is nothing like the real thing—Toto, featuring Steve Lukather, [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/44366 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/44351 Fri, 06 Jul 2007 03:00:00 -0400 Air Supply’s songs, “Lost in Love,” “All Out of Love,” “The One that You Love,” “Sweet Dreams” and “Making Love Out of Nothing at All” all achieved multi-million plays on the radio. Now Air Supply, with original members Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock, is coming to The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and The Performing Arts on Saturday, July 14 at 8 [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/44351 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/41749 Tue, 12 Jun 2007 16:48:00 -0400 Sean Lennon, Just Added to The Ridgefield Playhouse Summer Season. Sean Lennon, appearing at The Ridgefield Playhouse on June 27. [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/41749 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/39502 Tue, 22 May 2007 12:23:00 -0400 The Cowboy Junkies own brand of country blues/rock will be headed to the Northeast to perform in Connecticut at The Ridgefield Playhouse. The Cowboy Junkies seminal second album, “The Trinity Session,” was recorded in one 14-hour session at Toronto’s church of the Holy Trinity. It sold more than 1.5 million copies internationally. Now, though, the Cowboy Junkies are riding into The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/39502 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/37603 Wed, 02 May 2007 10:31:00 -0400 She stars in the HBO hit The Sopranos, but actress Jamie Lynn Sigler is also an advocate for helping teens cope with the eating disorder Anorexia Nervosa. As a survivor of the disease, she speaks in various areas, mostly at high schools and colleges, to tell her story of survival. On May 17th at 7:30 pm Sigler will be speaking at The Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield, Connecticut as part of their Dove Series for Women [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/37603 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/37673 Wed, 02 May 2007 11:15:10 -0400 With hits such as "Aimee", "Let me Love You Tonight" and "Falling in and out of Love", Pure Prairie League has made their mark on the rock, country and pop charts. And now they're coming to The Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield, Connecticut on Saturday, May 12th at 8pm. Call the box office at (203) 438-5795 for tickets. [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/37673 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/32662 Thu, 15 Mar 2007 15:58:00 -0400 Television, film, theater, nightclubs—all fields in which Joe Piscopo has won the acclaim and the affection of millions. Now, though, he can add The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts to his list, as he is going on its stage with his show, “Joe Piscopo sings Sinatra” at 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 7. Lexus of Westport is underwriting the show, which Ole Blue Eyes himself endorsed. [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/32662 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/31276 Thu, 01 Mar 2007 13:30:00 -0500 Rockapella, that rockin’ a cappella group, first played to a sold out audience (who screamed for more) at The Ridgefield Playhouse in 2005. By popular demand, they are coming back, so put Saturday, March 24 at 7:30 p.m. on the calendar—better yet, call now, as tickets will go fast. Often imitated, but never duplicated, this unique pop musical group has taken the previously stodgy music genre of a cappella and made it [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/31276 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/31266 Wed, 28 Feb 2007 09:00:00 -0500 “Everybody Loves Raymond: Inside the Writers Room” starring co-creator/comedian Phil Rosenthal is coming to The Ridgefield Playhouse. [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/31266 Ridgefield Playhouse http://www.pr.com/press-release/31120 Tue, 27 Feb 2007 03:00:00 -0500 Tamango’s Urban Tap merges a broad range of free-style dance, including tap, capoeira, African and hip-hop with the exhilarating sounds of Haitian drumming, world percussion, didjeridoo, cello, trumpet, vocals and even more! The ensemble includes some of the most dynamic performers from around the world in a powerful intermingling of cultures and creative styles. They are awesome, to say the very least, under the [PR.com] http://www.pr.com/press-release/31120 Ridgefield Playhouse