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.
Endless Night Vampire Ball Announced: Halloween Weekend, October 27th, 28th, & 29th in New Orleans
"The No. 1 Halloween party in the world" comes to New Orleans. Come and experience Endless Night's Vampire Ball Halloween Weekend on Oct. 27, 28, & 29. - October 09, 2017 - Vampire Ball
Playwrights Local Announces Roundtable Series Development Workshop
New program of free public readings presented in two sequences in October/November 2017 and January/February 2018, all at Waterloo Arts. - October 05, 2017 - Playwrights Local
Independent Recording Artist/Composer Bruce Mack Releases 2 Singles, "All That Gloom" and "Double O Nobody"
Vocalist/keyboardist/teaching artist Bruce Mack, of the band Burnt Sugar the Arkestra Chamber, independently releases 3rd single from his forthcoming album "Lo-Fi Exploits Of A Misplant On Shaolin" titled "Double O Nobody" b/w "All That Gloom," as he works on music for another upcoming project. Release date: October 25, 2017. - October 03, 2017 - Fuzion Entertainment
George Adrian Releases "Road Trip"; Hotel Café Release Event Scheduled for October 4
Well-known for his live performances, George Adrian will release his newest project “Road Trip” on October 10. George’s moody and intricate story-telling will feature a video for the track “The Grass is Dying.” The first video was directed by collaborator Robert... - October 03, 2017 - George Adrian
Tampa Church Will Host a Choir from Germany as They Focus on Hurricane Victims Sunday, October 29, 2017 at 11:00am
Mount Olive Church is a very compassionate and caring church and they love to reach out to help the community. The Mount Olive Church leader teaches us to always reach out to help that's why they are having a concert with this amazing choir from Germany and the proceeds will go to the hurricane victims. All are invited to support this event. - September 29, 2017 - Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church
To Honor Patrick Swayze, Author Writes Book: "PATRICK SWAYZE The Dreamer"
The book focuses on how Swayze’s focus on dreams for himself and others sustained him and guided him to live a zest-filled and hopeful life even while dealing with great adversity. The book describes Swayze’s diversified career in the arts world for over thirty-five years as an actor, dancer, singer, songwriter, producer, and choreographer, as well as his connection with his family, his spirituality, and his involvement in advocacy for dance, cancer advances, and conservation. - September 26, 2017 - Passion Spirit Dreams Press
Stellar Scholars: Paul Lubanski's and Johnny Johnson's Country Music StoryTubes on YouTube Conjure Up Comparisons to Elvis, Johnny Cash, and The Beatles
Stellar Scholars Executive Creative Director Ashley Sword glows when she reads the rave review: Marla Holten of Huntsville, Alabama marvels: "Your love stories could be done in a rendition by someone like Johnny Cash and June Carter! It meets all the standards of the greats... Johnny, Elvis,... - September 24, 2017 - Stellar Scholars
“Shakespeare’s Ship of Fools, Clowns & Jesters” at Camillus House, Miami, Florida
Shakespeare Troupe of South Florida presents “Shakespeare’s Ship of Fools, Clowns & Jesters” at Camillus House, Miami, Florida. The Shakespeare Troupe of South Florida will present their first reading of “Shakespeare’s Ship of Fools, Clowns & Jesters” at... - September 23, 2017 - Shakespeare Troupe of South Florida
North Coast Rep Revives an American Classic, John Steinbeck's Immortal of Mice and Men
Performances Beginning Wednesday, October 18, 2017 Running Through Sunday, November 12, 2017 Directed by Richard Baird. - September 22, 2017 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Big Dreams for Bergen County Dancers
Local Bergen County dancers from Nunnbetter Dance Theatre accepted to prestigious ballet intensives around the country. - September 22, 2017 - Nunnbetter Dance Theatre
Announcing the 2nd Edition of Art Fort Lauderdale - the Art Fair on the Water. January 25 - 28, 2018.
UniteUs Group announces the 2nd edition of Art Fort Lauderdale - the Art Fair on the Water to be held January 25 - 28, 2018 at properties on Fort Lauderdale’s famed Intracoastal waterways. - September 20, 2017 - UniteUs Group
Stage Drama The Trial at Plymouth State University Questions Our Rights and Freedoms
At Plymouth State University, the Music, Theatre and Dance Department’s production of The Trial, an adaptation by Paul Mroczka based on the novel by Franz Kafka presents a cautionary tale of political commentary. Running from September 21-23 and September 29-30 at the Silver Center, this story of scandal and human rights is a dark tale of warning. - September 20, 2017 - Plymouth State Theatre
2b Acting Presents a New Play About Brexit and England
"For the love of oranges" - a new stage production for 2017 by 2b Acting, with support from Leeds City College. - September 20, 2017 - 2b Acting Ltd
Cynthia Harris Honored as a Prominent Business Leader by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Cynthia Harris of Las Vegas, Nevada has been honored as a Prominent Business Leader for 2017 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and high level of success for over 40 years in the fields of live music performance and music education. About... - September 15, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide
The Theatre School at North Coast Rep Presents: The Perfectly, Imperfect World of "The Giver"
October 5-8, 2017 - September 13, 2017 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
The Best Bachata Training in Zurich Awaits Your Arrival
As one of the pioneering Bachata Zurich institutes, Salsa People offers professional courses and intensive lessons to students. Here’s a short report on their offerings. - September 10, 2017 - Salsa People Dance Studio & Entertainment
Magician Randy Masters Presents "Manhattan Comedy Magic"
Comedy magician Randy Masters, "The Salvador Dali of Magic," brings his monthly unhinged magic show back to Broadway Comedy Club, on Saturday, September 9 (12:30 pm). Randy combines comedy magic, mind reading, and audience-involvement into a high-energy show that is appropriate for ages... - September 09, 2017 - Randy Masters
Country Music's Rising Stars and Sister Duo Presley & Taylor Release Heart Over Mind Featuring Pam Tillis
Country Music's dynamic new sister duo release a re-make of the Mel Tillis classic Heart Over Mind featuring country hit-maker Pam Tillis. Illuminated by a traditional ensemble with steel guitar, twin fiddles and three part harmonies, the song leaves country taping their feet. Heart Over Mind is a... - September 07, 2017 - Presley & Taylor
Longest Running Dance Studio in Arlington Heights, the DanceXpress Dance Studio Gets Complete Make-Over, Reinvests in Community and Hosts Grand Opening Event
Owner of the oldest dance studio in Arlington Heights purchases new location in Arlington Heights and reinvests in the community. The DanceXpress Dance Studio gets completely remodeled and redesigned, including website, print, and social media re-branding. Grand Opening event to be held this weekend. - September 06, 2017 - The DanceXpress Dance Studio
2017 Chinese American Film Festival & Chinese American TV Festival; Celebrates a Grand Debut of a "Double Festival" at the End of October in Hollywood
The Chinese American Film Festival hosted by EDI Media Inc. held the 2017 Chinese American Film Festival & Chinese American TV Festival Press Conference on September 1st at the Los Angeles Public Library’s Central Library. - September 06, 2017 - EDI Media
North Coast Rep Presents Free Reading "Small Talk"
The New Works Reading Series returns to North Coast Repertory Theatre with Small Talk, by Deborah Serra on September 12th at 7:30pm. Small Talk is the story of two, mid-life sister’s who take a poorly planned road trip to Ireland. They accidently become trapped in an abandoned medieval... - September 06, 2017 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
“Old Larimee,” The Lazy G Ranch Cook Brings the Old-West to Scientology Information Center and Saves the Day
The L. Ron Hubbard East Coast Theater brought gun smoke, mystery and magic to downtown Clearwater at the Scientology Information Center performing, “The Magic Quirt,” on August 26th as an old-time radio show theater performance. - September 02, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Tuesday Night Comics Returns to North Coast Rep with Top Comics
The local favorite Variety Night Show, Tuesday Night Comics, returns to North Coast Repertory Theatre on September 19, 2017 at 7:30PM. Tuesday Night Comics is arguably one of the funniest nights of comedy in San Diego. Mark Christopher Lawrence, award winning Actor Of The Year, hosts the North... - September 01, 2017 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
Adult Smart and Sleight of Hand Virtuosa "Carney Magic" at North Coast Rep
Comedian, actor, and sleight of hand virtuoso, John Carney takes the stage in his one-man show: Carney Magic, September 25 and 26th at North Coast Repertory Theatre. The show is a charming, hilarious and astounding theatrical experience with everything from story telling, personal stories and... - September 01, 2017 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
All New Magic Show and Hot New Comedy Production Come to Blazin' M This Fall
The summer may be ending, but the fun at Blazin’ M Ranch continues this fall & winter. Blazin' M announces two hot new shows starting in September & October at the ranch: the all new magic show, featuring award-winning magician Eric Giliam Starts September 24th and the laugh-out-loud comedy "Hot Flashes on the Trail - A Melodrama Miss-Hap" begins October 1st. Both shows will run on Select weekend days through the end of the year. - August 30, 2017 - Blazin' M Ranch
Check Out the Interesting Bachata Training Courses Offered by Salsa People
Salsa People has come up with intensive training for Bachata enthusiasts. Check out the details for complete information on their courses and classes. - August 30, 2017 - Salsa People Dance Studio & Entertainment
Tamboura Baptiste Signs with A.M.W. talent
Tamboura Baptiste, violinist-actor, signed with A.M.W. talent this month. He is truly excited to be a part of the agency which will represent him theatrically. Tamboura is theater trained actor who holds a Bachelors degree in theater performance from Pomona College. With a few national commercials... - August 27, 2017 - Tamboura Baptiste
Clubhouse Trailers Delivers Its 16th Custom Band Trailer in Mesquite, Texas
Clubhouse Trailer Co., LLC has delivered another fleet of custom marching band trailers to each of the five high schools in Mesquite, TX. Building on its recent explosive growth the Clubhouse team, led by Jeff Hadley and Drew Taylor, worked closely with the Mesquite ISD Administration, the Fine... - August 26, 2017 - Clubhouse Trailers, LLC.
"Christmas X 3" – Magical Realism Meets Ballet and Immersive Theatre
Souliris productions, an independent ballet production company, is delighted to announce the premier of a magical realism ballet – ‘Christmas X 3’ – to be performed on 9 December 2017, in the Salles des Nations of the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues, Geneva,... - August 26, 2017 - Souliris Productions
Seraph Brass Embarks on North American Tour Following Successful Run in Finland
Seraph Brass, America’s premiere all-woman brass ensemble, is hitting the road for a tour of the United States and Mexico. Fresh from recording their first studio album in Finland for Summit Records, Seraph will share their unique take on the classics in Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, South Dakota,... - August 22, 2017 - Seraph Brass
"Gourmet" Ballets – Souliris Productions "Fusion Cuisine"
Souliris productions, an up and coming independent ballet production company based in Geneva, specialising in the production of unique story-based dance performances staged in exclusive locations, are delighted to announce its official launch. Souliris productions looks at the production process... - August 21, 2017 - Souliris Productions
New Music from Donnell Isaac
From inspiring you to continue in the fight of your in everyday life, to inspiring you to not give up on love; Donnell Isaac sure did hit the nail on the head with his new single, "Loving You." Donnell Isaac gives transparency at his best with first sharing his own experience with his true love. - August 18, 2017 - Donnell Isaac
ASU Kerr Cultural Center Gets Adobe Facelift for Historic Preservation
Preservation and maintenance work gives Scottsdale performing arts venue new vitality for the 2017-2018 season of shows. Adobe has been restored to original splendor. ASU Kerr Cultural Center is on the National Register of Historic Places. It is home to a season of jazz, classical, world music, theatre and diverse arts experiences. - August 17, 2017 - ASU Kerr Cultural Center
Hit Music Studios Announce the New Single "Renovate" by Lily Jay
Hit Music Studios, working closely with Sony Music, is thrilled to announce the up and coming release of the New single from Lily Jay, "Renovate," set to release and be available on iTunes, Apple Play, YouTube, and Spotify, in Spring 2017. - August 14, 2017 - Lily Jay Management
Healthy Humor Partners with Moose Toys to Launch Red Nose Docs at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Announcing the expansion of the Healthy Humor program to a new hospital - August 11, 2017 - Healthy Humor, Inc.
North Coast Rep Opens Season 36 with Neil Simon's Hilarious Classic, Last of the Red Hot Lovers
Performances beginning Wednesday, September 6, 2017, running through Sunday, October 8, 2017. - August 11, 2017 - North Coast Repertory Theatre
GigRoster Reimagines Local How Local Bands Find Gigs
Shifting a brick and mortar style business model to the online world can be a balancing act with the upside of convenience versus the loss of the human element. Professional Entertainment’s GigRoster.com hopes to strike that perfect balance. Armed with 30 plus years of experience, thousands of loyal performers, and a streamlined online system, they seek to revolutionize the world of entertainment planning with the aplomb of an highwire acrobat. - August 03, 2017 - Professional Entertainment
Anastassia Ballroom & Dance Studio of Central Florida Celebrates Dance Anniversary Special with Style
Dance the night away on Friday, August 25th at Anastassia Ballroom & Dance in Central Florida. Celebrate the three-year anniversary of owner Anastassia Abramenko’s dance studio with a ballroom dance extravaganza. The festivities begin at 7 pm and feature professional dancesport entertainment, appetizers, drinks, dance music and social dancing. - August 03, 2017 - Anastassia Ballroom & Dance
The Scientology Information Center to Host Its Next Old-Time Radio Show Theater Reading This August
The L. Ron Hubbard Golden Age Theater will perform their next theatrical reading presentation, “The Magic Quirt,” on August 26th at the Scientology Information Center in Downtown Clearwater. Written by L. Ron Hubbard, the story was originally published in 1948 in The Rio Kid Western Magazine. - August 03, 2017 - Church of Scientology
Beauty and the Beast Enchants and Amazes
Sudbrink Performance Academy opened Beauty and the Beast Jr. at University Lake School this past weekend. While it is SPA's first production, it has done nothing short of amaze those in attendance. "The show was fantastic," said one patron, "the set, the costuming, and the talent of... - August 01, 2017 - Sudbrink Performance Academy
Charity Event: Founders Metropolitan Community Church Hosts Japanese American Internment Play, "Bits of Paradise: Kochiyama's Crusaders" (7/28) (Los Angeles)
On Fri., July 28 at 7 p.m., Founders Metropolitan Community Church (MCC) hosts "Bits of Paradise: Kochiyama's Crusaders," a staged reading of a play that focuses on the women of the Japanese American Internment who united behind the barbed wire to support their fighting men during World War II with a correspondence campaign. The movement was led by budding activist, Yuri Kochiyama, who would go on to be nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. All proceeds will benefit this interdenominational church. - July 27, 2017 - Marlan Warren, Writer
The 3rd Annual Cleveland Playwrights Festival - September 23
Playwrights Local presents its third annual free festival of plays, workshops, and special events on September 23 at Waterloo Arts. - July 27, 2017 - Playwrights Local
15 Year Old Teen, JJosh, Releases His First Single and Will Audition for American Idol 2017 Making His Life Long Dream Come True
JJosh, an aspiring R&B teen artist, will finally get his wish, which si from the age of seven he dreamed to audition for American Idol. The official casting company to this season’s upcoming show called his production company and connected with JJosh extending the invitation to audition... - July 26, 2017 - Hands in Motion Music & Marketing
Culturefest Prepares to Rock the Mountain for 14th Year
The 14th annual Culturefest World Music and Arts Festival will take over the Appalachian South Folklife Center in Pipestem, WV September 7-10 with a weekend long immersion in the creative arts. - July 25, 2017 - RiffRaff Arts Collective
The Village People’s Iconic Cowboy Randy Jones Sets Summer on Fire with a Cascade of Remixes for Single "Hard Times"
Released by Young Pals Music, Jones follows the release of his successful single “Hard Times” with no less than eight club remixes from renowned producers and D.J.s Mark Saunders, Erik Kupper, Drew G, Tim Cox and more. - July 24, 2017 - Young Pals Music
Create Your State Tour Now Accepting Applications
The Create Your State program features live music, visuals, and a compelling exchange about the arts-centric revitalization of Princeton, providing inspiration and insight for the replication of this work. - July 24, 2017 - RiffRaff Arts Collective
Friends The Musical - The #1 Unauthorized Parody of the Hit TV Show "Friends" is Set to Open at St. Luke's Theatre on October 13th; Tickets on Sale August 1st
Could this BE anymore exciting! - July 24, 2017 - Lynn Shore Entertainment, LLC
Bipartisan Tribute to Veterans and Those Serving in Congress Was Smashing Success
Annual event features inspiring speakers -- and a song dedicated to U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise by world-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns. - July 24, 2017 - Fedewa Consulting
Salsa People Introduces Professional Salsa Kurse Zürich for Enthusiastic Learners
Salsa People offers professional courses to enthusiastic learners. Check out the Salsa Kurse Zürich offered by them and get enrolled today. - July 19, 2017 - Salsa People Dance Studio & Entertainment
Augmented Reality Exhibit: Beyond Drug Addiction
Drama Desk-nominated interactive theater company Live In Theater, in collaboration with full range digital agency Omega-R, creates an augmented reality app allowing audiences to travel back in time and see iconic 1960's photographs that inspired the interactive and immersive hit experience J & K 1965, all happening throughout the Lower East Side’s Needle Park. - July 19, 2017 - Live In Theater