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.
Prop and Scenery Lights Introduces the New Ocean Blue LED Bulb Effects Light Kit for Water Theming Special Effects Lighting
Prop and Scenery Lights, LLC (PSL) is excited to release the Ocean Blue LED bulb with cable socket. A low powered light source for creating water effects in themed environments. - April 20, 2018 - Prop and Scenery Lights, LLC
Shorecrest Closes Arts Week with "A Chorus Line"
PK-12 School Tradition Dedicates an Entire Week to Art Education. - April 20, 2018 - Shorecrest Preparatory School
Shakespeare Troupe of South Florida Reads King Lear to Honor William Shakespeare on His Birthday
An abridged version of King Lear will be performed by The Shakespeare Troupe of South Florida on William Shakespeare's birthday in celebration of his work and influence on all. Shakespeare Troupers Christine Chavers, Steve Carroll, Merry Jo Cortada, Richard Leonard, Lee Marlow, Jude Parry, Tom... - April 19, 2018 - Shakespeare Troupe of South Florida
New "Creative Herstories" Podcast Empowers Women in the Arts
Creative Herstories interviews women, both in and outside of the film & entertainment industry, about how they use their unique skillsets in a variety of career paths. - April 18, 2018 - New Girl Pictures
Vallarta Pride Brings in the Clowns to Celebrate Puerto Vallarta Centennial
LGBTQ Event finds “100 Reasons to Celebrate” in Fifth Edition. - April 16, 2018 - Puerto Vallarta Tourism Board
Dallas Academy of Music & Performing Arts Hires New Artistic Director, Robyn Henderson Keller, to Launch Pre-Professional Ballet Program
Dallas Academy of Music and Performing Arts (DAMPA) Conservatory and Academics Program welcomes Robyn Henderson Keller as new artistic director. Keller, a Dallas native and former professional ballet dancer, will lead the new Pre-Professional Ballet Program, designed for ballet students who are... - April 13, 2018 - Dallas Academy of Music & Performing Arts
Rodney Dangerfield Nominated for Best Celebrity/Fan Social Webby Award
"I tell ya, comedy is in my blood. I wish it was in my act." -Rodney Dangerfield - April 13, 2018 - Dangerfield Entertainment
Lady Hunters Announces Back-to-Back World and NYC Premieres
The dramatic dark comedy film about three moms who become a vigilante death squad premieres in Kansas City and New York City. "Once upon a time, three mothers killed a wolf." - April 11, 2018 - Plaid Dog LLC
"Star Trek: Discovery" Actor Romaine Waite Joins Netflix Holiday Film "Christmas Calendar"
Romaine Waite (Star Trek: Discovery) has joined "Christmas Calendar," a Netflix holiday film starring Kat Graham (The Vampire Diaries) and Quincy Brown (Dope, Fox series Star) directed by Bradley Walsh with Brad Krevoy producing. Waite will play Mitch, the brother-in-law to Abby Sutton... - April 10, 2018 - Pisgarie Entertainment
Al Magliano Honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Al Magliano of Jericho, New York has been honored as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding achievements and high level of success in the field of music. About Al Magliano Al Magliano is an Original Pioneer Disco DJ serving... - April 10, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
The L. Ron Hubbard Theatre Will Perform Double Feature Old-Time Radio Show on April 14th
On Saturday April 14th at 6:30pm, the L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theatre will deliver a double feature old time radio performance at the Scientology Information Center of the murder mystery, Killer's Law, and the air adventure, Crate Killer. There is no cost to attend and light refreshments will be served. All are welcome. - April 07, 2018 - Church of Scientology
Best Non-Profit Websites to be Named by Web Marketing Association in 22nd Annual WebAward Competition
The best non-profit and advocacy Websites in the world will be named as part of the 22nd annual international WebAward Competition for Web site development at www.webaward.org. The WebAwards is the standards-defining competition that sets benchmarks for 96 industries, including advocacy, arts and non-profit websites, based on the seven criteria of a successful web site. - April 04, 2018 - Web Marketing Association
San Francisco International Arts Festival and the National Queer Arts Festival Present... from Taiwan, the US Premiere of Pao-Chang Tsai in Solo Date
Calendar Editors Please Note Who: Pao Chang Tsai What: Solo Date Where: San Francisco International Arts Festival Southside Theater, Building D Third Floor Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture When: Thursday, May 31 8:30pm, Friday, June 1 at 7:00pm, Saturday, June 2 at 3:00pm. Tickets: $25... - April 04, 2018 - San Francisco International Arts Festival
San Francisco International Arts Festival Presents Abiguous Dance in Rhythm of Human
San Francisco International Arts Festival presents the Bay Area Debut of Ambiguous Dance with Rhythm of Human. Calendar Editors Please Note: Who: Ambiguous Dance (South Korea); What: San Francisco International Arts Festival; Where: Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture @ Cowell Theater; When:... - April 03, 2018 - San Francisco International Arts Festival
Bringing the Spirit of New Orleans to a City Near You
A lot of exciting details regarding the 4th Annual Jazz Crawl for Charity and associated Kickstarter are being worked out. This is the first release. - April 02, 2018 - JAZZ Crawl for Charity
The Father at North Coast Repertory Theatre
San Diego audiences will be treated to a play that the London Telegraph called “an unqualified triumph” as North Coast Rep stages the West Coast premiere of The Father. - April 02, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Association of South-Asian A Cappella Announces Second Annual All-American Awaaz
Eight groups will compete for the title of National Champion of South Asian A cappella. - April 01, 2018 - Association of South-Asian A cappella
Healthy Humor Co-Founders, in Live WNYC Interview, to Discuss How Performers Create Joy for Thousands
Two of Healthy Humor's Co-Founders to be Interviewed Live on New York NPR Affiliate, WNYC, on Monday, April 2, 2018. What: Healthy Humor Co-Founders Dina Paul-Parks and Deborah Kaufmann will be interviewed Live on Radio Program Midday on WNYC. When: Monday, April 2, 2018 at 12:40 pm... - March 31, 2018 - Healthy Humor, Inc.
Festival of Colors Offers Antidote for Politically Divided Times
Fun Free Event Champions Unity for People of All Ages and Backgrounds; Thousands of Tri-State Residents Will Celebrate Different Colors Along Hudson River (May 5, 2018) - March 30, 2018 - Surati for Performing Arts
How the Other Half Loves at North Coast Repertory Theatre
North Coast Repertory Theatre presents Alan Ayckbourn's How the Other Half Loves. Geoffrey Sherman directs Jacqueline Ritz,* James Newcomb,* Sharon Rietkerk,* Christopher M. Williams,* Noelle Marion,* and Benjamin Cole. The design team includes Marty Burnett (Scenic Design), Matthew Novotny (Lighting Design), Aaron Rumley (Sound), Elisa Benzoni (Costumes) and Holly Gillard (Prop Design). Cindy Rumley* is the Stage Manager. *Denotes Actors' Equity - March 23, 2018 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Plymouth State University Choirs Present "Dido and Aeneas" in Concert
PSU Chamber Singers present Henry Purcell's "Dido and Aeneas" in concert on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 7pm in the Smith Recital Hall, Silver Center for the Arts. Based on the love story from Virgil's "Aeneid," this English Baroque masterpiece features magnificent music, potent drama, and remarkable intensity. The performance of the opera will include harpsichord and strings in a gender-bending interpretation with sexual desire at its core. - March 21, 2018 - Plymouth State University Choirs
Introducing LADYSCUMBAG: Archetype of Collective Fourth Wave Feminist Evolution
LADYSCUMBAG is a femme archetype that, until now, has not existed in the world. Committed to finding the morsel of self-interest in every situation, she will transform feminine presentation, sexuality, and perceived demureness and incompetence into weapons of mass destruction. This shift in... - March 21, 2018 - LADYSCUMBAG
Burning Creative LLC Now Launched in NYC
After a discussion with The New York Times, BurningCreative.com decided to discuss the now before what is neXt. - March 21, 2018 - Burning Creative
"Murder in the Woods" with Danny Trejo Will Have Its Colorado Festival Premiere at the 20th Annual Xicanindie Film Fest in Denver
Denver will get to witness how Luis Iga's LatinX award-winning horror / slasher is already becoming a cult classic and breaking the diversity barriers in Hollywood with an All-Latino cast in non-stereotypical roles. - March 20, 2018 - REZINATE Entertainment, LLC
Holy Child Academy Presents "Seussical Jr."
Holy Child Academy in Drexel Hill, Pa., presents “Seussical Jr.,” a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, March 16 and 17. "Seussical Jr.” brings together all of Dr. Seuss’s beloved characters including Horton the Elephant and the Cat in the Hat. Performances are Friday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 17 at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. - March 11, 2018 - Holy Child Academy
HIU to Stage "Annie: The Musical"
Hope International University’s production of the Broadway classic, Annie: The Musical, takes the audience on an unforgettable adventure set in 1930’s New York. - March 10, 2018 - Hope International University
Sherry Pruitt’s CD “I’ve Been Bamboozled”; Sherry Pruitt, “The Texas Songbird’s” Debut CD on Rizing Sun Records is Released
Rizing Sun Records today announced the release of “I’ve Been Bamboozled,” a new CD by Sherry Pruitt, The Texas Songbird. - March 09, 2018 - Rizing Sun Records
Julie W. Ingram Honored as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Julie W. Ingram of Dallas, Texas has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 21 years in the field of entertainment. About Julie W. Ingram Julie Ingram is the CEO of Julie... - March 09, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
DHM Productions Presents The World Premiere Musical Comedy, "Don't Hug Me, We're Family"
The world premiere of the musical comedy, Don’t Hug Me, We're Family, produced by DHM Productions, Inc., opened Feb. 16th at T. U. Studios in North Hollywood, CA, and runs through Mar. 25th. - March 07, 2018 - DHM Productions, Inc.
Faith & First Responders: Teen Christian Artist Releases New Album, Relentless, and Honors Heroes at Local Famfest
Teen Christian Contemporary Artist and Songwriter, Jennifer Jimenez officially released her first album, Relentless, on March 2, 2018. The album fuses contemporary Christian with gospel soul sounds, featuring eight original songs by Jennifer in collaboration with GRAMMY® Award winner, pianist, arranger and producer, Lannie Battistini under his music label, Hands In Motion Music. Jennifer is performing at Fishhawk’s FamFest 2018 in Lithia, Florida, honoring first responders and their families. - March 02, 2018 - Hands in Motion Music & Marketing
VOENA Spring Concert Season, "Voices of the Yesterday"
Warm, generous, enveloping and beautifully moving to see children express themselves in a joyous singing dance-like performance. Compelling voices with wow moments that just keep coming, VOENA presents a dynamic, refreshingly intimate show where the audience will experience a supreme new choral experience, bringing the audience in and out of songs from our yesteryears... a modern show for the whole family. - February 26, 2018 - VOENA
For the First Time in Saudi Arabia: Wendy Musical Play Performs Live in Riyadh
The General Entertainment Authority brought the Wendy Musical Play, which will be held for the first time in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and organized by LuxuryKSA. The Kuwaiti Wendy Band will perform a musical from 22nd till 24th of February in Riyadh, Dar Al Uloom, following their performance in... - February 23, 2018 - General Entertainment Authority
I Am Tango by Tango Lovers
Directly from Argentina and Uruguay, Tango Lovers Company arrives with a troupe of 24 world-class tango musicians, dancers and singers to bring “I Am Tango” to cities throughout the US starting April 14, 2018 for 15 days. The live music will be led by the young prodigy considered one of... - February 23, 2018 - Tango Lovers
HOA Manager Paul Mengert and President of Association Management Group Competes in 10th Annual "Dancing With The Carolina Stars"
Charity Competition Raised Money for Operation Smile - February 22, 2018 - Association Management Group, Inc.
Friday Night Sound Waves Returns for Its Third Season Bringing an Eclectic Range of Free Concerts to Fort Lauderdale Beach
Fort Lauderdale continues to prove itself as one of South Florida’s top music destinations with the release of the 2018 Friday Night Sound Waves artist lineup. Filling the gap between the area’s largest music festivals, Tortuga Music Festival in April and Riptide Music Festival in... - February 21, 2018 - Arianne Glassman
Santa Clarita School of Performing Arts (SCSOPA) & Michael Josten Aim to Lead the Entertainment Industry with a Stellar Reputation Training Models, Actors & Performers
Number one for the production of top actors, actresses, singers and models in the country, SCSOPA is one of the top rated performing arts schools in the country. The Santa Clarita School of Performing Arts can open doors for its students; giving them the tools to have a competitive edge in this ever-competitive industry. - February 16, 2018 - Santa Clarita School Of Performing Arts
Trumpeter Bob Wagner Releases Ground-Breaking Debut Recording Toot Suite
With this release of "Toot Suite," available from all major on-line music retailers, trumpeter Bob Wagner becomes the first American-born musician to record this widely-heard but rarely-recorded suite for trumpet and jazz trio in its entirety. - February 16, 2018 - Jump City Music Inc
Ben Dunham Partners with Award-Winning Songwriter Dave Gutter on New Single, Talkin’ Down
Produced in the Halo Studio of Portland Maine, Ben Dunham and Dave Gutter come together to create a raw and gritty duo on this exclusive track. - February 12, 2018 - Ben Dunham Music
Treading Water. A Female Led, Directed & Written Comedy Play at Vault Festival.
Treading Water is a sweet tale about grabbing the bull by the horns, taking a risk, and making something – anything, happen. With snappy dialogue, moments of slapstick and some great laugh out loud moments, this is a hilarious and truly heart wrenching almost – love story. - February 12, 2018 - Subtle Paws
Playwrights Local Announces 2018 Play Lab & Spring Workshops
Third annual series of new plays and free workshops presented March 17-18 at Waterloo Arts and April 6 at None Too Fragile. - February 10, 2018 - Playwrights Local
Women in Comedy Combines Laughter and Empowerment at "A Love Letter to Myself" in D.C.
"A Love Letter to Myself" features a variety of comedy acts and a diverse group of powerful, female pillars in the D.C. community reading love letters on stage. - February 10, 2018 - Women In Comedy
L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theatre Performs “When Gilhooly Was in Flower” at the Scientology Information Center
On Saturday February 10th, the L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theatre will perform their first show of 2018 at the Scientology Information Center of When Gilhooly Was in Flower*. First published in August 1938 in the Romantic Range Magazine, this action-packed Western romance tells the story of Mary Ann... - February 09, 2018 - Church of Scientology
San Francisco International Arts Festival Detailed 2018 Performance Program Released
Down by the Riverside; A Pirouette with Asia II; La Cirque Femme; the Rise of Music; Losers + Dragons + Queer A.I.; Calendar Editors Please Note: Who: Multiple Artists; What: San Francisco International Arts Festival; Where: Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture; When: Thursday May 24 – Sunday June 3; Tickets & Information: www.sfiaf.org or 415-399-9554; Photo Images Available on Request - February 08, 2018 - San Francisco International Arts Festival
PlayingCardDecks.com Releases Monster Playing Card Deck on Kickstarter
Add a terrifying twist to your game or your magic act with these new Monster-inspired playing cards conceptualized by Will Roya and designed by Joe M. Ruiz. The monsters are cartoonishly rendered to be kid-friendly and also appealing to adults with a taste for the macabre. Complete with monsters like vampires and werewolves, these cards were designed for the collectors and enthusiasts in mind. Be sure to visit kickstarter.com to back this project before its February 28, 2018 deadline. - February 07, 2018 - PlayingCardDecks.com
The Quest for Don Quixote | Indiana Premiere
Fat Turtle Theatre Company jumps into their second production as a company to bring out the hilarious adaptation The Quest for Don Quixote by Mark Brown. Inspired by the novel The Ingenious Hidalgo Don Quixote of La Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes. Produced in association with Dramatic Publishing. The show will be premiering at the Theater at the Fort in Lawrence, IN. - February 07, 2018 - Fat Turtle Theatre Company
American Public Television Co-Produces and Syndicates “Jesus: Countdown to Calvary,” with Hugh Bonneville, for Easter 2018
Co-produced by RTÉ, American Public Television (APT) and ARTE, and releasing on public television stations nationwide March 1, 2018, “Jesus: Countdown to Calvary” is a new documentary, syndicated by APT (aptonline.org), in which actor Hugh Bonneville (Notting Hill, Downton Abbey,... - February 06, 2018 - American Public Television
Lovail Long Investment and Vernon Williams Presents, LLC Announce Partnership
Introducing the partnership of Lovail Long Investment and Vernon Williams Presents, LLC. Some would call them an odd couple but these two entrepreneurs are creating their own lane by partnering to produce theatrical gold in the nation’s capital. - February 03, 2018 - Vernon Williams Presents
Vernon Williams Presents, LLC & Lovail Long Investment Announces New Stage Play, “What Your Man Won’t Do” Starring Grammy Nominated Raheem DeVaughn
Vernon Williams and Lovail Long are proud to announce, What Your Man Won’t Do - Stage Play. Set in a modest suburban neighborhood, this play follows the married life of Karla and Marc that has fallen victim to conformability. Starring BET Award Winning and Grammy Nominated singer/songwriter, Raheem DeVaughn, BET Sunday’s Best and Steller Award Winner, Y’Anna Crawley, and the Prince of Go-Go, Anwan Glover. - February 03, 2018 - Vernon Williams Presents
Selections at HollyWeb Festival Include Allison Janney, Eric Roberts, Richard Hatch
HollyWeb Festival announces 2018 Official Selections, which include independent works from 14 countries, and feature the work of Allison Janney, Eric Roberts and Wesley Taylor. The final performance of Richard Hatch will also be screened. Screenings and panels will take place April 5-8 at Universal Citywalk, Hollywood. - February 01, 2018 - HollyWeb Festival
Endless Night Vampire Ball Returns to Los Angeles; February 23rd, the Globe Theatre
The Endless Night Vampire Ball returns to Los Angeles at The Globe Theatre with special performance by G Tom Mac. - February 01, 2018 - Vampire Ball