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Education Management LLC Announces the Opening of Brown Mackie College – Tulsa
Classes Slated to Begin October 2008. - July 27, 2008 - Education Management Corporation
Gourmet Dinners at Fast Food Prices Help Take the Heat Off Summer
The Art Institute of California – Orange County student-run restaurant, 50 Forks, is now serving dinner. - July 25, 2008 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville to Hold Auditions for Upcoming Production of "Little Women" on August 10 & 11
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville (CTK) will hold auditions for the upcoming stage production of Little Women, based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott, on Sunday, August 10 from 3 PM and 5 PM and Monday, August 11 from 7 PM to 8:30 PM. Auditions will take place at The Emporium Center for Art & Culture at 100 South Gay Street in downtown Knoxville. - July 18, 2008 - Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc.
Adult Students Have a New Outlet for Creative Expression
The Art Institute of Atlanta to Offer Evening and Weekend Options. - July 18, 2008 - The Art Institutes
High School Students Deliver Environmentally Responsible Design for Project BLUE
Students completed design projects as part of The Art Institute Summer Studio Workshop. - July 16, 2008 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Litchfield Jazz Fest Partners with Lime Rock and Bellamy-Ferriday House
Litchfield Performing Arts, an award winning Connecticut non-profit, will partner withLime Rock Park in Lakeville and Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden in Bethlehem. On July 12th vocalist Nicole Zuraitis, will appear at Lime Rock Park to sing the National Anthem to kick off the The American Le Mans Series. On July 19th Bellamy-Ferriday House will present a preview performance by Nicole Zuraitis and on August 2 she will have her debut at the Litchfield Jazz Festival. www.litchfieldjazzfest.com. - July 05, 2008 - Litchfield Jazz Festival
Litchfield Jazz Festival Presents 15 Free Concerts in July – "Jazz Around Town"
The Litchfield Jazz Festival is proud to present a series of 15 free concerts throughout the month of July – “Litchfield Jazz Around Town.” Performers will include talented Litchfield Jazz Camp students and teachers from Litchfield Jazz Camp including Jeremy Pelt, Mario Pavone, Mark Whitfield, Winard Harper, Jimmy Greene, Karrin Allyson and more. The series leads seamlessly into the Litchfield Jazz Festival on August 1 - 3 with Bebe Neuwirth, Paquito D'Rivera, Dave Brubeck and John Pizzarelli. - July 03, 2008 - Litchfield Jazz Festival
Litchfield Jazz Festival “Friends Gala” at Winvian Luxury Resort & Spa
Connecticut’s Litchfield Jazz Festival opens on Friday, August 1st with the “Friends Gala” at Winvian Luxury Resort. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres with fresh seasonal ingredients and premium wines, Magic Hat microbrews and music by outstanding Litchfield Jazz Camp students. The party is followed by performances at Goshen Fairgrounds by 9-time Grammy Award Winner Paquito D’Rivera and 2-time Tony & Emmy Award winner Bebe Neuwirth, best known as Lilith on Cheers and Frasier. www.litchfieldjazzfest.com. - July 03, 2008 - Litchfield Jazz Festival
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville to Premiere "Treasure Island USA"
Children’s Theatre of Knoxville will present the premiere of a new play, “Treasure Island USA,” at the Emporium Center for Arts & Culture beginning July 11. Written and directed by CTK Executive Director Zack Allen, the play is based on the classic novel “Treasure Island” with a new kid-friendly twist. Set around Charleston, S.C. during 1713, the play revolves around the well-known character Long John Silver and a gang of treasure-seeking children. - July 02, 2008 - Children’s Theatre of Knoxville, Inc.
Educators Rank Abrakadoodle Programs Superior
Each year Abrakadoodle surveys principals and educational directors at community locations offering Abrakadoodle art enrichment programs. The 2008 results are in and Abrakadoodle has scored a “Superior” rating with an average of 9 out of a possible 10, with 10 being the most favorable response. - July 01, 2008 - Abrakadoodle, Inc.
Education Management LLC Announces the Opening of The Art Institutes International – Kansas City
Classes Begin in August 2008 at The Art Institutes’ First School Location in Kansas. - June 28, 2008 - Education Management Corporation
The Art Institute Names New Culinary Academic Director and Adds a New Associate’s Degree Program
Baking & Pastry associate’s degree program now accepting students for the summer quarter. - June 25, 2008 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
With Students’ Convenience in Mind, Cortiva Institute – Pennsylvania School of Muscle Therapy Moves Back to King of Prussia This July
Cortiva Institute announces the move of its Pennsylvania campus back to King of Prussia, PA this July. The school was originally founded 26 years ago in King of Prussia. - June 20, 2008 - Cortiva Institute - Schools of Massage Therapy
Fox Head, Inc. Rewards Art Institute Students for Their Innovative Designs
Fox awarded two students with $500 scholarships in an industrial design competition. - June 20, 2008 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Talent Agency and Film School Join Forces to Discover Spanish Speaking Actors
Westbridge Film School and 'Normal People' talent agency have issued a call to discover 18 Spanish speaking persons and grant them a full scholarship to become successful actors for film. At the end of their studies, they will be recruited by the agency and offered to participate in real life projects. - June 14, 2008 - Westbridge University
Project BLUE Teams Up with The Art Institute to Give Students Real World Experience
Students will design projects that promote the Surfrider Foundation initiative, project BLUE. - June 14, 2008 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Cortiva Institute - Chicago Blends Business Savvy with Inspiration at “Managing Your Spa in a Changing Environment” Conference
In recognition of the continued expansion of the massage therapy and spa industries, paired with declining numbers of people seeking body work in the current economic climate, Cortiva Institute has designed a leading edge conference to be held in Chicago on July 31st and August 1st called “Managing Your Spa in a Changing Environment.” - June 14, 2008 - Cortiva Institute - Schools of Massage Therapy
Cortiva Institute Announces Two New Scholarship Funds
Cortiva Institute announces the establishment of two new Scholarship Funds. The program will provide scholarship funds for Massage Therapy education at any of Cortiva Institute schools nationwide. The scholarships will be awarded to promising massage therapy applicants and the selection process... - June 09, 2008 - Cortiva Institute - Schools of Massage Therapy
Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University Teams Up with Children’s Hospital Boston on Cancer Book
Center for Digital Imaging Arts (CDIA) at Boston University is pleased to announce the release of the book “Faces of Hope: Stories of Inspiration and Strength During the Journey through Childhood Cancer.” - June 06, 2008 - The Center for Digital Imaging at Boston University
Ready, Set, Art - Abrakadoodle to Open in Central Orange County
Abrakadoodle coming to Central Orange County with summer camps starting in July. - June 05, 2008 - Abrakadoodle of Central Orange County
Litchfield Jazz Camp Announces Jazz Production & Recording Engineering Course
Litchfield Jazz Camp (est. 1997), recently featured in Jazz Times, TIME and on CNN, announces a two-week intensive -- Jazz Production and Recording Engineering, to be held from July 6 – 18. The course is taught by Ed Tetreault, Manager of Peabody Conservatory Recording Arts & Sciences, and Paul Bollenback, a world-renowned jazz guitarist who teaches at the New School and Peabody Conservatory. Paul owns a jazz record label – Elefant Dreams. Hands-on seminar for musicians and aspiring engineers. - June 05, 2008 - Litchfield Jazz Festival
Litchfield Jazz Festival Announces 2008 Line-Up
The 13th Annual Litchfield Jazz Festival will be held on August 1 - 3 at Connecticut’s Goshen Fairgrounds. The weekend includes an opening night “Friends Gala,” three star-filled days, crafters, artists, food and Litchfield Jazz Camp student performances. Past performers include Sonny Rollins, Tito Puente, Ray Charles, Diana Krall and many others. This year, they proudly present Bebe Neuwirth, Dave Brubeck, John Pizzarelli, Paquito D’Rivera, and more. "A model jazz line-up," -- The NY Times. - June 05, 2008 - Litchfield Jazz Festival
Dance Connection Sweeps Regional Competition
Las Vegas Dance Company Takes Home Awards in 5 Categories. - May 27, 2008 - Dance Connection Studio
Dance Connection Seeks Stars of Tomorrow
Las Vegas Dance Company to Hold Auditions on June 7. - May 27, 2008 - Dance Connection Studio
School of Rock Kids Honor Pink Floyd and Help a Great Cause
The Paul Green School of Rock Music, south Florida’s premiere after-school music program, will honor Pink Floyd with a special performance of The Wall to kick-off the First Annual “Rock for the Cure” Charity Concert at the SportsPlex @ Coral Springs on Saturday, May 31. The... - May 21, 2008 - The Paul Green School of Rock Music
School of Rock Summer Boot Camp Gives Young Musicians a Cool Way to Beat the South Florida Heat
The Paul Green School of Rock Music, south Florida’s premiere after-school music program, has added Rock & Roll Summer Boot Camp to its curriculum. Offering young musicians a cool way to beat the south Florida heat, the one-week sessions have limited enrollment and are filling up... - May 20, 2008 - The Paul Green School of Rock Music
NATF Hosts Yuri Rasovsky's Master Class in Audio Drama Directing
NATF to host award winning audio theatre producer/writer Yuri Rasovsky's Master Class: Principles of Directing Actors for Audio Drama New York City, September, 2008 - May 15, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.
Willamette Radio Workshop Joins NATF's Audio Theater Workshop
Sam Mowry and Cynthia McGean of the Willamette Radio Workshop will lead classes in the 27th Annual Audio Theater Workshop in West Plains, MO, June 22-27, 2008. - May 15, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.
Tripping the Mic Fantastic with Barbara Rosenblat at NATF's 27th Annual Audio Theater Workshop
Barbara Rosenblat, one of the most revered voice actors in the country, brings her two day masterclass to NATF's Annual Audio Theatre Workshop in West Plains, MO, June 22-27, 2008. - May 14, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.
National Guitar Workshop Launches New Website
The National Guitar Workshop is proud to a new website (www.guitarworkshop.com) that outlines their 25th season of presenting quality music workshops across the country and featuring guest artists such as Paul Gilbert, John Scofield Trio, Lisa Loeb, Kenny Burrell, Vernon Reid, Sonny Landreth, Michael Angelo Batio and many more. - May 10, 2008 - National Guitar Workshop
The Paul Green School of Rock Music – Coral Springs “Rocks for the Cure” in Charity Concert
The First Annual “Rock for the Cure” is being held at the SportsPlex @ Coral Springs, 2575 SportsPlex Drive on Saturday, May 31st. The Paul Green School of Rock Music – Coral Springs will kick off the all-day, outdoor music event with a special performance of Pink Floyd’s “The Wall” followed by 12 local bands including nationally touring headliner and Ft. Lauderdale’s own And Then There Was You (Indianola Records). - May 08, 2008 - The Paul Green School of Rock Music
Teens Travel to Las Vegas to Take a Gamble in the Best Teen Chef Final Round Competition -- Set for May 17
This year’s Best Teen Chef Final Round Competition will be held on Saturday, May 17 at The Art Institute of Las Vegas. - May 08, 2008 - The Art Institutes
Tattoo School Isn't Just for Kids Anymore
Tattoos By Lisa Tattoo School is experiencing a growing number of "mature" enrollees. Middle-agers from across the globe are seeking alternative and more fulfilling employment options. - May 05, 2008 - Tattoos By Lisa Tattoo School
Lisa Lorimer Named Chair of Union Institute & University's Board of Trustees
Lorimer is the founder of Vermont Bread Company and lifelong Vermont resident. - May 01, 2008 - Union Institute & University
Boston University’s Center for Digital Imaging Arts (CDIABU) Partners with Children’s Hospital Boston on Animation Project Event
CDIABU 3D Animation students tackle an inspiring project in a 24-hour animation marathon. - April 30, 2008 - The Center for Digital Imaging at Boston University
Art Institute of California – Orange County Instructor Wins Three Bronze Telly Awards
Annual Telly Awards honor the finest in video and film production. - April 24, 2008 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Mission Viejo Star Chef of Tomorrow Wins Local Best Teen Chef Competition
Teen has his mind set on the Best Teen Chef Final Round Competition in Las Vegas. - April 24, 2008 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County
Affordable Guitar Classes for Everyone
Vivanco Studios and CAPAmusic.org are partnering to launch music programs within Southern California. - April 19, 2008 - Vivanco Studios
Art Institutes Students Band Together to Create Web Sites Across North America
Web Raising Event to be Held on Saturday, April 19. - April 18, 2008 - The Art Institutes
Adult Students Have a New Outlet for Creative Expression
The Art Institute of Dallas and The Art Institute of Houston to Offer Evening and Weekend Options. - April 10, 2008 - The Art Institutes
Choreographic Sketches Presents Series II: The Demystification of the Choreographic Process
Choreographic Sketches, extends its 2008 series featuring new works by emerging African Diasporic choreographers and their companies. The 2008 series feature choreographers are Shani Nwando Ikerioha Collins, Alfred L. Dove, "La Mora" Danis Perez Prades, Jo Anna H. Norris, William Oaks, Makeda Thomas, Penelope JoAnn Armstead-Williams and Kwame Azalius Ross; curated by Jo Anna Hazel Norris the Founder/ Director of Choreographic Sketches. - April 05, 2008 - Choreographic Sketches
Community Music Center Fundraiser Opens Doors to the Legendary Venetian Room on May 5th to Celebrate Stephen Shapiro’s 30 Years of Leadership
On Monday, May 5th 2008, Community Music Center (CMC) will hold its annual fundraiser, A Salute to the Joy of Making Music at the Venetian Room at San Francisco’s Fairmont Hotel. Special tribute will be paid this year to Stephen R. Shapiro for his 30 years as Executive Director. Jazz vocalist... - April 02, 2008 - Community Music Center
Piano Lessons Online a Low Cost Win-Win for Students and Their Piano Teacher
Describes a new way for students to take piano lessons online. - March 21, 2008 - Quiescence Music
Biryukov Academy of Art and Music Located in Sparta, NJ Announces the Enrollment of Children Ages 2-6 in Story Time Program
Biryukov Academy of Art and Music located in Sparta, NJ announces the enrollment of children ages 2-6 in Story Time with Art and Music program. The classes will be held weekly starting March 11, 2008 on Tuesdays from 10-11 am and from 1-2 pm. Children will listen to the stories, draw while... - March 07, 2008 - Biryukov Academy of Art and Music
Massaging for a Cure — Cortiva Institute Donated All Proceeds from Full Day of Massage to Benefit American Cancer Society
On Saturday, March 15th, 2008 Cortiva Institute’s Wall Township Clinic is offering one hour relaxation massages to the public specifically to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Appointments are available between 9am and 5pm on March 15th at Cortiva Institute - Somerset School of... - February 23, 2008 - Cortiva Institute - Schools of Massage Therapy
Composer James Falzone Offers His Song of Roland to the Children of South Evanston
The Musical Offering partners with Oakton Elementary School and eclectic composer James Falzone in a cross-curricular arts in education project celebrating friendship and valor in the time of Charlemagne this May 2008 with Falzone's original "The Song of Roland: A Music Mural." - February 20, 2008 - The Musical Offering
Acting Coach Lynette McNeill's Industry Seminar Standing Room Only
All Star Panel Discusses Changes in the Industry, Casting Process in a sold out show - February 18, 2008 - Lynette McNeill Studio
Boston University’s CDIA Offers Digital Filmmaking and Photography Workshops in Prague
CDIABU has a cure for the summer blues this July: try an inspiring, creative adventure abroad. - February 10, 2008 - The Center for Digital Imaging at Boston University
Art Educator Larry Gluck Dispells Myth of Inborn Talent
Larry Gluck, author of The Talent Myth explains his mission to teach anyone how to draw and paint. - February 09, 2008 - Mission Renaissance Inc
The Art Institute is Orange County’s Newest Name in Fashion
Orange County's only bachelor’s degree program in fashion is accepting students for Spring 2008 quarter - February 03, 2008 - The Art Institute of California -- Orange County