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.
Biryukov Academy of Art and Music, Sparta, New Jersey Announces Additional Piano Classes Now Available Six Days a Week, Starting September 4, 2007
Biryukov Academy of Art and Music for children and adults announces expansion of its music program. Starting September 4, 2007 piano lessons and piano instructions conducted by experienced teachers will be available six days a week in Sparta, Sussex county, New Jersey. The enrollment of music and... - August 12, 2007 - Biryukov Academy of Art and Music
CAConrad Reads at Outspoken in Asheville North Carolina
CAConrad is a Philadelphia poet who published his first full-length collection of poems in 2006 with Soft Skull Press. He will be visiting Asheville North Carolina on August 24 to give a public reading of his work at Outspoken. - August 12, 2007 - CAConrad
OTC Comedy Competition - August 10 - September 7 - Win $400
Have you ever been told you were funny or funny looking? Now's your chance to make some money. Starting this Friday August 10th, OTC - Old Town Commons and "The River" 95.3 are excited to announce the first OTC Comedy Competition. One winner from each week will go on to the finals on... - August 11, 2007 - Old Town Commons
Acclaimed Choreographer Bob Rizzo Releases New Dance Instruction DVDs to Retail in August and September from BayView Entertainment
Renowned Broadway choreographer Bob Rizzo and BayView Entertainment to release four new dance instruction DVDs to retail in August and September. - August 10, 2007 - BayView Entertainment
Fleas Perform in Our Nation's Capital: the Flea Circus Comes to Washington DC
This summer, our nation's flea circus will not play in the White House or in the Halls of Congress. Instead it will take place at Washington's weirdest venue- The Palace of Wonders- as the Acme Flea Circus performs two shows on Sunday, August 26. - August 10, 2007 - Acme Clown Company
S.D. Professionals, LLC Debuts Video Production Expertise at the New Randy Parton Theater
Firm’s Creativity and Talent Captivate Audience and Win Recognition - August 08, 2007 - SD Professionals LLC
Cheril N. Clarke Brings Intimate Chaos to the Main Stage
Temptation. Seduction. Drama: Sizzling lesbian romance journeys from ecstasy to turmoil and back again - August 06, 2007 - Clarke Productions LLC
OurGig.com, the Website Solution for Entertainment and Media, Expands Services
OURGIG.COM the leader in website hosting and design for independent entertainment and media in the US and Canada has expanded services to include; complete promotion and marketing services. One of the biggest challenges their clients' face is figuring out where to put their money and energy. As... - August 04, 2007 - OURGIG.COM, LLC.
Barry Douglas to be Featured on WCPE’s Show “Preview!”
Pianist, conductor and recording artist Barry Douglas will be featured on WCPE's weekly show "Preview!" The show will air on Sunday, August 5 at 7 p.m. ET. - August 04, 2007 - WCPE 89.7FM
BOLD Houston 2007 Presents... "Birth," a Play by Karen Brody
BOLD Houston 2007 in cooperation with B.I.R.T.H. (Bringing Information and Resources to Houston) present the play "Birth" by Karen Brody on Labor Day Weekend at the Midtown Arts Center. “Birth” is a play based on over one hundred interviews Karen Brody conducted with mothers... - August 03, 2007 - BIRTH
Queen Musical, We Will Rock You, Premiers in York
When the rights to the ever popular west end musical, We will Rock you, were released earlier this year, Robert Readman, Artistic Director of York Stage Musicals jumped at the opportunity. Following last year’s sell-out production of West Side Story, YSM return to the Grand Opera House,... - August 03, 2007 - Headingley Web Design
Atlanta Welcomes a New Regional Opera Company
The Atlanta performing arts scene has a serious new player in the game. OperaSouth, Inc. was formed as a 501(c)3 non-profit organization during the last quarter of 2006 and with nine performance credits in its first six months, has since been relentless in its pursuit of new performance... - August 01, 2007 - Opera South, Inc.
Star Search Casting Announces The 2007 "Best Talent Awards"
"Hollywood has finally figured out this is the best way to get brand new talent." - Lauren Regall, NBC News. Star Search Casting is pleased to announce their endorsement and sponsorship of the 2007 Best Talent Awards. - July 31, 2007 - Star Search Casting, LLC.
Dahlal.com Launches Newly Redesigned Site
Now belly dancers can enjoy a more user-friendly shopping experience thanks to the newly redesigned Dahlal.com website. Dahlal Internationale is already the world’s premier provider of belly dance costumes and accessories. With its newly redesigned, even more customer-friendly site, the... - July 31, 2007 - Dahlal Internationale
Willie Macc Makes His Official Professional Debut as a Stand-Up Comedian
Reality star turned comedian, Willie Macc (www.myspace.com/kingonthemic) will appear at 9pm on Tuesday, July 31st, 2007 at BB Kings, Universal City Walk, California. - July 31, 2007 - Willie Macc
Willie Macc Lands Role in Major Movie, a Spoof of "The 300"
Funny man Willie Macc (www.myspace.com/kingonthemic) has signed on to appear in "Hunting and Fishing," a big-screen spoof of "The 300." A surprise megahit, "The 300" told the story of the ancient Battle of Thermopylae between soldiers from Sparta and the troops led by... - July 31, 2007 - Willie Macc
Atlanta’s Newest Theatre Group to Produce “Parting” by Nubia Kai
Tafari Jirani Theatre members from Howard University, Spelman College, California Institute of the Arts, Roosevelt University, and University of West Georgia return home to Atlanta to stage its third production on August 4 in the Southwest Arts Center Tafari Jirani Theatre, Atlanta’s newest... - July 30, 2007 - Tafari Jirani Theatre Company
Mikhail Tank - New Book That Will Make You Smile & Energy Art
Mikhail Tank, an independent performance artist, writer and director publishes new book, releases iTunes EP and has a Magick Documentary on the way. 1st Paperback book has been released on Amazon The Art Studio of Life and Selected Poems - illustrated by Lance Borde, 2007 Eisner Award... - July 29, 2007 - mTank Productions
Spoken Word Artist Continues Poetic Love Journey
Upcoming CD Release for Philadelphia Spoken Word Artist Naja - July 28, 2007 - Naja
After Thirteen Years, 'First Gay Latin Star' Returns to Fire Island
Colonel (and Comedy Central funny man) Jade Esteban Estrada brings history show ‘ICONS’ to Cherry Grove - July 28, 2007 - Jade Esteban Estrada
Black Eyed Peas and Arrested Development Perform Jerusalem Rocks!
International Music Festival to bring Black Eyed Peas, Arrested Development and The Commitments to Teddy Stadium in Jerusalem September 9, 2007 - July 27, 2007 - Jerusalem Rocks!
It's a Singer Thing
It’s a singer thing - vocal training CD. “It’s a singer thing” – is an exciting vocal training CD that both beginner and professional vocalists can use daily to become the best singers they have ever been. The secret of top performing singers. A training volume in CD format. Exclusively produced by Kyle' Music. - July 27, 2007 - Ian Vos Productions
Live, Adlib Comedy Lives on TalkShoe
RoneyZone Radio Live takes a swing at live, adlib comedy. - July 22, 2007 - RoneyZone Productions
The Best in Philly Hip Hop - New Video Featuring Nex Millen and Nina Simone
Respect The Culture, LLC, a Philadelphia-based record label and multi-media company, has released Nex Millen/Retrospective’s latest video, “Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood,” featuring Nina Simone. - July 19, 2007 - Respect the Culture, LLC
Texas Biker Band Elvis Tribute CD "Going Back to Memphis: A Biker Band Tribute to Elvis"
Band to Donate Royalty to BACA (Bikers Against Child Abuse) and St. Jude's Childrens Hospital. - July 18, 2007 - Jambone Records
Santa Clarita Rotary Club and Christine Stevens of UpBeat Drum Circles Celebrate Healthy Drumming
Santa Clarita Rotary Club will be drumming with Christine Stevens of UpBeat Drum Circles at the Rotary Club's Wednesday meeting. Over fifty Rotarians are expected to participate in the drum circle, which will be led by Christine Stevens. Drumming has been shown to improve one's mood, release... - July 17, 2007 - Santa Clarita Valley Rotary Club
VoiceOver Expert Bettye Zoller Makes the Most of Your Message
Esteemed voiceover coach and industry veteran Bettye Zoller gives voice actors some pointers on self-promotion and how to develop an elevator speech. - July 17, 2007 - Voices.com
New Griots Storytelling Institute Summer Camp Show
The Griots Storytelling Institute of Wichita, Kansas is sponsoring its fourth annual Cultural Arts Summer Day Camp which culminates in an new original stage production on Saturday, July 14. - July 13, 2007 - The Griots Storytelling Institute
“Church Mess,” the Play
A Wealthy Place Arts & Theater Production Corporation is managed by Dr. Chad Everette & Alicia Robinson Cooper, Executive Producers of “Church Mess” The Play, the gospel stage play that is spreading revival across the nation. On Sunday, July 22nd at 6:00 pm. “Church... - July 12, 2007 - A Wealthy Place Arts & Theater Company
New England String Ensemble Announces 2007-2008 Season
Highlights of the season include performances by Irina Muresanu, Coro Allegro and Judith Ingolfsson - July 12, 2007 - New England String Ensemble
Dance to Xcel. Xcel Talent Agency Opens Its First Kids Dance Department in Atlanta.
Xcel Talent Agency announces open auditions for its Kids Dance Department in Atlanta, GA representing kids, for an array of productions; commercials, film, television, industrials, theatrical, print and music videos. With over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry, the dance agency... - July 10, 2007 - Xcel Talent Agency
New President for Phoenix Chapter of the Society of Americian Magicians 248
The future of magic in Arizona has been passed to Michael Telekesy (a.k.a Maricopa Mike) professional Western magician and featured entertainer with companies Wild west performers, and Pinicale Peak Patio, and is currently featured at Rawhide western theme park. Michael will be president for the... - July 08, 2007 - Society of American Magician 248 Phoenix
Madagascar by Wry Lachlan
New World Theatre is proud to present the World Premiere production of Wry Lachlan’s Madagascar as part of its third season. Madagascar is the story of a marriage quietly unraveling in the wake of a lost child. Revealing itself in intimate vignettes, it moves from love's final moments, through rages, silences, and missed opportunities for redemption, back to its tender beginnings. - July 07, 2007 - New World Theatre
New Orleans' Preservation Hall Jazz Band to Come and Perform at The Ridgefield Playhouse
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... - July 06, 2007 - Ridgefield Playhouse
City of Hollywood to Present a Certificate of Recognition to 6 Year Old Musician Ethan Bortnick
Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to Ethan Bortnick, six year old musician, for his exceptional performances and for bringing recognition to the City of Hollywood. 5.00PM - July 3, 2007 - Hollywood, Florida - City Hall. - July 02, 2007 - Ethan Bortnick
Local Hypnotist James Kellogg Jr. Performs at Sycuan Casino
A Comedy Hypnosis Show Saturday nights July 2007. This show is rated "H" for Hilarious. - June 30, 2007 - James Kellogg Jr. Amazing Hypnotist
Dean A. Morrow, Sr. Inducted into Metropolitan Who's Who Executive and Professional Registry
Metropolitan Who’s Who Registry of Executives and Professionals recognizes Dean A. Morrow, Sr., Chief Executive Officer of Phyllies Intruders, LLC, for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in all aspects of vocal entertainment. Mr. Morrow, Sr. has an impressive background in the... - June 30, 2007 - Cambridge Who's Who
Tony Bennett's 81st Birthday Celebrated by Russ Lorenson with Special Show in San Francisco
Russ Lorenson returns to San Francisco with his acclaimed show, "Benedetto/Blessed: A Tribute to the Life and Music of Tony Bennett," for a week-long celebration of Mr. Bennett’s 81st birthday at The Empire Plush Room, 940 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA, 94109. Shows are July 31 (press opening), and August 2-5, 2007. - June 26, 2007 - RL Productions
New Theatre Company Docks in San Pedro - The Relevant Stage
The Relevant Stage (TRS) is the name of a new theatre company set to begin its first season in January 2008. The company will present plays, musicals, operas and other mixed media experiences to Los Angeles and surrounding area audiences. TRS will perform in the beautifully restored 76-year-old... - June 25, 2007 - The Relevant Stage
Strictly FX Joins Toby Keith on the Big Dog Daddy Tour
Live special effects company, Strictly FX, joins multi-platinum recording artist, Toby Keith, on the road for the 5th consecutive year. This time on the Big Dog Daddy tour. The show features over 200 pieces of product including: a 20 second gerb waterfall, a barrage of confetti streamers and... - June 21, 2007 - Strictly FX
Voice Over Expert Marc Cashman Finds the Music in Copy at Voices.com
Marc Cashman of Cashman Commercials debuts on the Voice Over Experts Podcast turning speech into song. - June 21, 2007 - Voices.com
Virtual Pride Event Unites the Gay and Lesbian Community Across the Globe
The premiere online LGBT festival, Second Pride, is about to open its virtual gates for the fourth consecutive year offering a week long celebration of love, diversity & unity. The festival grounds, now comprised of 6 simulators (sims), will feature a variety of attractions throughout the week. - June 15, 2007 - Second Pride
New Online Auction Marketplace for Dancers and Dance Retailers to Launch July 2007
DanceBidz.com, is a professional online auction site where dancers, dance teachers, dance studios & dance retailers can buy and sell their dance and fitness items. - June 15, 2007 - DanceBidz.com
Voice Over Experts Podcast Hits the Scene at Voices.com
Voices.com reaches out with Voice Over Experts, a new educational podcast packed with nuggets of wisdom from voice over coaches around the world. - June 15, 2007 - Voices.com
Button Theatre, Gwinnett County’s Newest Professional Theater Company Marks Their Debut
Gwinnett County now has a new choice for live theater entertainment in Button Theatre (www.buttontheatre.com). As a “Destination Theater” Button Theatre will offer affordable, quality musicals and plays that can be enjoyed by all ages; showcasing primarily local talent and employing... - June 13, 2007 - Button Theatre
New Comedy Plays Available to Download
Two new plays, by writer Karen Rouse and ideal for small scale productions and touring companies, are now available to download at www.lulu.com/karenrouse Following Yago is a romantic comedy, that details the relationship between married couple, Maddy and Jack when, one day, Maddy brings home a... - June 13, 2007 - Karen Rouse
Delaware Institute For The Arts In Education Presents Solo Actor Jade Esteban Estrada
To get laughs, solo theatre star crosses generations, genders and cultures. The Advocate calls him "the first gay Latin star." - June 13, 2007 - Jade Esteban Estrada
Actor Marc Appleby Signs with Boutique Entertainment Publicity Firm
Marc Appleby is delighted to announce a new partnership with the boutique publicity firm, 1st Xposure Worldwide, due to their forward-thinking, creative and successful publicity and marketing campaigns. Currently studying with Margie Haber, and represented by Coast-to-Coast Commercial Talent and... - June 08, 2007 - 1st Xposure Worldwide
Nut'n Nice Live! Opens Up Nation-Wide Talent Search
Nut'n Nice Live! is one of the most anticipated variety shows in the United States. It blends-in live music, dancing, comedy, poetry, and many other exciting elements. The live tour is being produced in conjunction of the Nut'n Nice movie release in August and the concurrently released Nut'n Nice double CD soundtrack. - June 05, 2007 - Artistic Warfare
Voices.com Presents Debbie Munro’s Mic & Me Workshop in Toronto
Voices.com is pleased to present voice over coach Debbie Munro’s Mic & Me Workshop June 9-10th in Toronto at Ryerson University. - May 26, 2007 - Voices.com