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.
Michael's Men's Club to Host Amateur Night October 5th
On Wednesday October 5th, Michael's Men's Club of Broussard, Louisiana will host the 2011 Stripper Olympics, presented by Rock 93.7 and emceed by Jace Edwards. - September 30, 2011 - Michaels Mens Club
Grammy-Winner Clare Fischer Releases Albums 50 and 51
The Clare Fischer Voices ...And Sometimes Instruments and Continuum with The Clare Fischer Big Band Produced and Directed by Brent Fischer - September 29, 2011 - studioexpresso
Chambers Stevens and Sandcastle Publishing Are Celebrating the Launch of chambieawards.com
A new website providing up-to-date information on the Chambie Awards - September 29, 2011 - the Chambie Awards
Best Show Ever: House of Yes is an Art Space in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn That Supports Performance, Fine Art, and Creative Endeavors
The House of Yes is searching for the most ambitious creator. If the vision is too grand for Broadway and utmost talent is ready to carry out a masterpiece yet this idea has never found a venue grand enough to allow it... now performance artists have the Best Show Ever. - September 29, 2011 - House of Yes
Small Production is "Proof" There Are Jobs to be Found in Theater
Newly formed Cubanita Productions may be small, but is never-the-less providing jobs for artists. - September 29, 2011 - Cubanita Productions
The Hall Pass Tour Makes Kickstarter Debut
Team Launches 20 by 20 Campaign to Raise $20,000 for Nationwide Expansion - September 28, 2011 - The Hall Pass Tour
Sandcastle Publishing is Proud to Celebrate the 2011 Chambie Awards
The 2011 Chambie Awards to honor the brilliance of young Hollywood. - September 27, 2011 - the Chambie Awards
University of Chicago Department of Music Welcomes Students Back to School with Annual Halloween Family Concert on Saturday, October 29
Hyde Park School of Dance Joins University Symphony Orchestra; “1001 Arabian Nights” Transports Listeners through a Kaleidoscope of Colorful Sounds - September 21, 2011 - University of Chicago Department of Music
Joe Blessett - Chillin Out in Dark Places
Chillin out in Dark Places, the latest release from the multitalented, multi-instrumentalist Joe Blessett, shines the spotlight on the persistently evolving music of a genuinely enigmatic artist who has chosen to work solitarily in the shadow of relative anonymity in pursuit of his own uncompromising vision. - September 20, 2011 - Joe Blessett Music
Leave It on the Floor's Ephraim M. Sykes with Beyoncé's Musical Director, Choreographer is the "Best of the Lot"
American stage performer and star of Leave it on the Floor, Ephraim M. Sykes reviewed by Toronto.com as the "best of the lot." - September 18, 2011 - Ephraim M. Sykes
The Performance Series Mixed Marriages / Homestretch Exploits the Intimate Details of 2 Long-Term Relationships for Maximum Quirk & Mass Appeal
A Decade of Couple’s Counseling is Condensed into 2 Nights of Dance, Film & Funny at Highways Performance Space. - September 15, 2011 - Benson & Gonzalo Present
Get the Kids Moving
Urban Fire Dance Studio offers new Get Movin’ for Kids classes. - September 15, 2011 - Urban Fire Dance Studio
VOICE Dance Company Integrates Dance and Chocolate in First of Their Aphrodite Dances Series
VOICE Dance Company is presenting Aphrodite Dances: Chocolate. The performance is the first in their “Aphrodite Dances” series of boutique performances that integrate world-class dance and the culinary arts into a full sensory experience. - September 13, 2011 - VOICE Dance Company
Seasoned Voice Over Talent/Actor Jeff Conwell, Signs Representation Agreement with IDIOM Worldwide Talent Agency, Los Angeles, California
Veteran voice over talent and actor, Jeff Conwell (www.jeffconwell.com), is proud to announce that he has joined forces with Idiom Worldwide for representation in Los Angeles, Hawaii, Southeast Asia and other markets where Idiom Worldwide has a presence. Jeff has spent the last 30 years active in... - September 11, 2011 - Voice from Jeff Conwell
Estes Park Film Festival to Honor Actor Barry Corbin with a Lifetime Achievement Award
Organizers of the Estes Park Film Festival recently announced that actor Barry Corbin will be their featured guest and recipient of their Lifetime Achievement Award at the 6th annual event. - September 08, 2011 - Estes Park Film Festival
Grand Opening of The McGough Academy of Irish Dance
A Professional Dance Academy where students are taught to become champion dancers. Open House: Saturday, September 10th from 1 - 5 PM at 957 McLean Avenue, Yonkers, NY. Download their coupon for a Free Class Trial on the website. - September 06, 2011 - The McGough Academy of Irish Dance
NY's Vanaver Caravan First Foreign Group Ever Invited to India's Premier Folk Arts Festival
Unprecedented cross-cultural request spurs unique plan and innovative fundraising for accompanying documentary, workshop tour and new dance school paradigm. - September 06, 2011 - Big Medicine
Sarasota Opera Single Tickets for the 2011-2012 Season Now on Sale in the Box Office
Single tickets for the 2011-2012 Fall and Winter season go on sale in the Sarasota Opera Box Office Thursday, September 1, 2011. Tickets have been available for purchase exclusively online since August 1st. The 2011-2012 Season will mark Maestro Victor DeRenzi’s 30th Season as Artistic Director and the return of classic greats mixed with new productions conceived exclusively for Sarasota Opera. Tickets for both the Fall and Winter season begin at only $19. - September 04, 2011 - Sarasota Opera
West Broward, Get Ready to Rock
School of Rock to open a new franchise location in Southwest Ranches, Florida. - September 03, 2011 - School of Rock Coral Springs & West Broward
Kultur is Proud to Announce the DVD Release of the Newly Revised Version of Ballet Favorites on September 27
Ballet Favorites Newly Revised Version Available on DVD September 27 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of the newly revised version of Ballet Favorites on September 27. This new version of Ballet Favorites features stunning excerpts from the world's most famous ballets. This... - September 01, 2011 - Kultur International Films Ltd
A Rose Among Thorns: a Tribute to Rosa Parks Starring Ella Joyce Comes to Washington, DC - Sept 21-24, 2011
Actress Ella Joyce, remembered for her co-starring role of Eleanor on TV's "Roc"; Jasmine on "My Wife & Kids; and Detective Waller in the classic ladies’ action film “Set If Off”, captures the famous moment in the life of Rosa Parks, affectionately called "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement", in her highly acclaimed, one-woman play A Rose Among Thorns: a Tribute to Rosa Parks. The show comes to Washington, DC, after headlining Stage Aurora's 4th Annual Black Arts Festival in July. - August 31, 2011 - Ms. Thing Productions, Inc.
LifeStyle Concierge Services Announces Partnership with Phoenix Theatre
Through their latest expansion of their network of partners, Scottsdale-based LifeStyle Concierge Services is offering unique theater-going experiences through their collaboration with Phoenix Theatre. - August 26, 2011 - LifeStyle Concierge Services
911 Memorial Song: 911 Tenth Anniversary Commemorated in Twin Towers (Song for America)
- Likely, the first response in art and song to the 911 attack on America. - Received notes from Vice President Dick Cheney and Senator Hillary Clinton. - Originally received a half-million hits with tens of thousands downloading the free song. - Free song download commemorates 9/11. - August 25, 2011 - The Eastco Group
Barry Tickets Announces No Service Fees on Internet Orders
As major ticket brokers ceaselessly charge hidden fees, www.BarrysTickets.com is taking their company message in a new direction by eliminating service fees! In addition to no service fees, Barry’s Tickets also regularly provides their customers with further savings via discount and promo codes when you sign up at www.BarrysTickets.com. - August 23, 2011 - Barrys Ticket Service Inc.
American Theatre of Actors & ID Worknet Presents His and Hers by Michael Skidmore
American Theatre of Actors & ID Worknet Presents His and Hers by Michael Skidmore. Directed by award winning David Triacca, September 7-11th 2011 Michael Skidmore’s His and Hers, with a new cast and direction at the ATA; The Sargent Theatre, 314 West 54st 4th floor. Bernadette and... - August 21, 2011 - ID WORKNET
Full Circle Dance Company Presents B.A.R.E: Bodies, Attitudes, Reflections, Exposed at the Baltimore Museum of Art
Full Circle Dance Company has invested a full year exploring controversial and provocative issues related to body image. The result of this journey is B.A.R.E., a performance of new works by seven choreographers, each with a unique perspective on anxieties, stereotypes, and secrets related to the body. B.A.R.E. will premiere November 4 and 5 at 7:30 pm at the Baltimore Museum of Art. Race, prostitution and sexual power, the fashion industry, and even dancers’ body perceptions are being revealed. - August 19, 2011 - Full Circle Dance Company
Dance Celebration!: A Free Public Event on Sunday, September 18 to Acknowledge the Talent in Baltimore and Celebrate the Strength and Diversity of the Dance Community
On Sunday, September 18, 2011 from 2-5pm, Full Circle Dance Company will host their 2nd annual Dance Celebration! which will feature several local dance artists, a silent auction, and open level dance classes. The event is free and open to the public. Dance Celebration! will kick-off the company's 11th season and premiere of their upcoming concert, B.A.R.E: Bodies, Attitudes, Reflections, Exposed, a project on Body Image. - August 19, 2011 - Full Circle Dance Company
Karen DeBoer Ranks as One of the Top Ten Favorite Voice Actors at Voices.com
After just four years with Voices.com Karen DeBoer lands eighth place in Voices.com’s Top 100 Favorites List. - August 18, 2011 - Voices.com
South Bay Ballet’s Kirsten Marshall Enters Ballet Magnificat! Trainee Program
At the close of every season, South Bay Ballet bids farewell to many of its pre-professional dancers. Some embark on collegiate studies while others begin careers as professional dancers. This year is no exception. - August 17, 2011 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura
North Carolina Theatre Launches New, Improved Website
New Site Features Expanded Show Sections, Additional Search Functions - August 17, 2011 - NC Theatre
Touring Stage Play "The Soul of a Man" Heads to Louisville, KY, Starring Rico Ball from Tyler Perry's "Madea's Big Happy Family" on Nov. 5 & 6, 2011
The amazing touring stage play, "The Soul of A Man" written and directed by playwright Ronnie J. Johnson is headed to Louisville, KY with a stellar cast of celebrities. The stage play features Rico Ball from BET's "Hell Date" and Tyler Perry's national touring stage play... - August 15, 2011 - the J. Hardy Agency
LineLessons.com Announces August Oldie Line Dance of the Month
LineLessons.com, Bringing Line Dancing Home to Your Audience, Selects Dodie Stevens’ “Pink Shoe Laces” with “Pink Shoelaces,” Choreographed by Michael Diven, as August Oldie Line Dance of the Month - August 12, 2011 - LineLessons.com
Los Alamitos Show Choir Explodes Into Audience During Finale of “Hairspray” at the Hollywood Bowl
The third and final performance of “Hairspray” at the Hollywood Bowl was spectacular. An amazing cast was clearly enjoying themselves on stage and during the reprise of “You Can’t Stop the Beat” where more than 100 choir students from Los Alamitos High School joined in... - August 09, 2011 - Note-Ables Booster Club
UF Grad LadyBroadway Ends Her First Long Run Show as the "Best"
University of Florida graduate LadyBroadway, Martina Sykes, ends her first long-run show with great reviews. - August 08, 2011 - Lady Broadway
Red Bedlam Presents: The Debutante Ball
A whiskey and blood soaked multimedia event that will change the Brooklyn music scene forever. - August 06, 2011 - Red Bedlam
TLA Productions Announces Programming for MA Steampunk Extravaganza
NH-based production company prepares for a one of a kind steampunk extravaganza featuring performances by Abney Park, Frenchy and the Punk and more. - August 04, 2011 - TLA Productions
Tango Lovers Honors the Bicentennial Celebration of Uruguay in New York
What: Celebrating the Bicentennial of Uruguay, “Enamorados del Tango (Tango Lovers)” will be performing in New York for the first time. The objective of “Enamorados del Tango (Tango Lovers)” is to create global awareness of the art and culture of Rio de la Plata, while... - August 04, 2011 - Enamorados del Tango
God's Child Multimedia Productions Presents Atlanta Stage Play Confronting Issues in the Church - Addiction: No One Knows But Me
Addiction: No One Know But Me promotes spiritual healing for those faced with tormenting struggles. "Addiction" will premier Saturday August 13 at the Meadowcreek High School, Norcross, GA. Hosted by Gospel Comedian John Gray. - July 30, 2011 - God's Child Multimedia Productions
Country Recording Artist Lisa Matassa to Perform at Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund Pink Penguin Bash
Country music recording artist, Lisa Matassa, will make an appearance and perform at tomorrow night’s 1st annual Carol M. Baldwin Pink Penguin Bash for Breast Cancer research and awareness. - July 29, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Ballet Students Prepare for Performances of Ballet's Greatest Ghost Stories
Advanced ballet students of Integral Ballet in Merrick are rehearsing for their October 21 performance of excerpts from ballet's most cherished ghost stories, including new choreography of Giselle, Bayadere and Les Sylphides. - July 27, 2011 - Integral Ballet
Say No to Violence; Felicia Nicole Productions & Mount St. Mary's College Presents Their Fall Theatrical Production "Street Love Monologues" Living 4 Lust & Dying 2 Love
“Street Love Monologues” will help raise awareness to intimate partner violence, mental disorders, and understanding that No Type of Violence is Okay. SLM acknowledges the fact that no relationship is perfect and it explores the gritty, unfortunate truth behind the closed doors of many women in our society/community. The main objective of SLM is for women to know that there is always help, and to never keep quiet about any type of abuse or a shift in personality that they may be experiencing. - July 26, 2011 - Felicia Nicole Productions
Bay Area Studios Foundation Awards Youth New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts Scholarship
Nonprofit Awards $600 in Scholarship to Advance Theater and Performing Arts Among Teenagers. - July 25, 2011 - Bay Area Studios Foundation
What do Maxwell, Lionel Richie, Donnie Osmond, Usher and Christina Aguilera Have in Common...Andre Delano Was Once Their Sideman and Has Now Gone Solo
7th Note Entertainment, Inc. is proud to guide the exploding career of multi-talented saxophonist, singer and songwriter, Andre Delano. His new single, “S’posed to Be” remained one of the top downloaded R&B songs on CD Baby.com during its late spring release. In addition,... - July 22, 2011 - Andre Delano
Leave It on the Floor Starring America’s Quadruple Threat Performer Ephraim M. Sykes Dances Across the U.S.
Independent film Leave it on the Floor starring actor, singer, dancer and musician Ephraim M. Sykes of stage, television and film has a cult following with U.S. film festivals. - July 21, 2011 - Ephraim M. Sykes
Voices.com Platinum Member, Debbie Irwin, Co-Narrates Incessant Visions
Debbie Irwin contributes to a powerful documentary through narration, unfolding the story of a man who influenced some of today's most innovative architects. - July 21, 2011 - Voices.com
Poker Comedy Hitting The Nuts Wins at 2011 Las Vegas Film Festival
The poker-themed comedy Hitting The Nuts won a Golden Ace Award for Superior Filmmaking at the 2011 Las Vegas Film Festival. This is the third award in as many festivals for the movie. (Hitting the Nuts won Best Feature Film at both the Cincinnati Film Festival and the Derby City Film Festival earlier this year.) - July 20, 2011 - Hitting The Nuts - The Movie, LLC
Infinity Theater’s Little Shop of Horrors Includes LadyBroadway UF Grad Martina Sykes
UF Graduate Martina Sykes is Chiffon in the Infinity Theater Company’s production of Little Shop of Horrors. - July 15, 2011 - Lady Broadway
Appel Farm Arts Camp Presents Shakespeare Theatre of NJ Performance of Love's Labour's Lost
Campers studying performing arts at Appel Farm Arts Camp (Elmer, NJ) will have the opportunity to see a fully-produced performance of Shakespeare's Love's Labour's Lost by the acclaimed Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. - July 15, 2011 - Appel Farm Arts Camp
South Bay Ballet’s Regina Park Suh to Dance with Sacramento Ballet
Fall 2011 marks Regina Park Suh's professional debut with Sacramento Ballet. - July 12, 2011 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura
South Bay Ballet’s Paul C. Kirk Signs Professional Contract
South Bay Ballet, located in Torrance, California, announces Paul C. Kirk, 19, has landed a professional contract with Oklahoma City Ballet. Kirk signed a 28-week contract as a company dancer and will commence rehearsals this September for the 2011 – 2012 season. South Bay Ballet Artistic... - July 11, 2011 - Building Industry Association of Los Angeles/Ventura