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Cast Set for August Wilson's FENCES at Crossroads Theatre Company Photo Cast Set for August Wilson's FENCES at Crossroads Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2024

Crossroads Theatre Company has revealed the cast for August Wilson's FENCES, directed by co-founder Ricardo Khan. Learn how to purchase tickets....


Ballet Hispánico Announces School Of Dance Summer Programs For Early Childhood Photo Ballet Hispánico Announces School Of Dance Summer Programs For Early Childhood
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024

Ballet Hispánico School of Dance has announced its 2024 summer programs for early childhood, with registration available now!...


Souls Grown Deep Elects Two New Board Members Photo Souls Grown Deep Elects Two New Board Members
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2024

Souls Grown Deep has announced the election of two new members to its Board of Directors, Kinshasha Holman Conwill and B.E. Noel....


Jake Loewenthal To Play Seymour In Ford's Theatre's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Photo Jake Loewenthal To Play Seymour In Ford's Theatre's LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024

D.C.-based actor Jake Loewenthal has joined the cast of Ford's Theatre's 2024 production of Little Shop of Horrors, directed by Kevin S. McAllister. ...


Ballet Hispánico Celebrates Eduardo Vilaro's 15th Season with World Premiere of BUSCA Photo Ballet Hispánico Celebrates Eduardo Vilaro's 15th Season with World Premiere of BUSCANDO A JUAN and More
by A.A. Cristi - February 08, 2024

Ballet Hispánico, the nation's largest Latine/x/Hispanic dance organization recognized as one of America's Cultural Treasures, continues their 2023/24 season. ...


ETHEL & Friends Will Host DATE NIGHT AT THE MET With Jas Ogiste and Edward W. Hardy Photo ETHEL & Friends Will Host DATE NIGHT AT THE MET With Jas Ogiste and Edward W. Hardy
by Stephi Wild - February 07, 2024

ETHEL and Friends brings Date Night to The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Great Hall Balcony Cafe next month. Performances will run March 8-9....


LITERARY IN THE LOUNGE Presents J. Dennis Robinson Discussing His New Book 1623 Photo LITERARY IN THE LOUNGE Presents J. Dennis Robinson Discussing His New Book 1623
by A.A. Cristi - March 27, 2024

Join author and history professor Emerson Baker and J. Dennis Robinson for an insightful discussion about his new book 1623....


OPERA America Announces NYC Opera Grants Support For Small-Budget Companies Photo OPERA America Announces NYC Opera Grants Support For Small-Budget Companies
by A.A. Cristi - May 01, 2024

OPERA America has announced $195,000 in awards for NYC Opera Grants, providing crucial support for small-budget companies. This initiative aims to bolster the city's vibrant opera scene....


Pride Month Kicks Off With History Fort Lauderdale's TAKE PRIDE! A 100- Year Retrospe Photo Pride Month Kicks Off With History Fort Lauderdale's TAKE PRIDE! A 100- Year Retrospective Of LGBTQ+ Milestones
by A.A. Cristi - April 11, 2024

In honor of PRIDE Month, History Fort Lauderdale and Galleria Fort Lauderdale will present “Take PRIDE! A 100-Year Retrospective of LGBTQ+ Milestones” throughout the month of June....


Theater Alliance Appoints New Producing Artistic Director Photo Theater Alliance Appoints New Producing Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - February 05, 2024

 The Theater Alliance Board of Directors has announced that Shanara Gabrielle has been selected as the next Producing Artistic Director of the company, succeeding Raymond O. Caldwell, who has served in the position since 2019. ...


Ballet Hispánico to Present Pa'lante Scholars Spring Concert Photo Ballet Hispánico to Present Pa'lante Scholars Spring Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 02, 2024

Join Ballet Hispánico for the Pa’lante Scholars Spring Concert, featuring performances by the Pre-Professional Program. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...


Cincinnati Opera Launches The Black Opera Project, A First-of-its-Kind, $5-Million In Photo Cincinnati Opera Launches The Black Opera Project, A First-of-its-Kind, $5-Million Initiative
by A.A. Cristi - February 22, 2024

Cincinnati Opera introduces The Black Opera Project, showcasing new operas by Black artists celebrating the Black experience. ...


Randy Cohen to Host Live Podcast Recording of PERSON PLACE THING With Eduardo Vilaro Photo Randy Cohen to Host Live Podcast Recording of PERSON PLACE THING With Eduardo Vilaro
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 13, 2024

Join Randy Cohen, host of PERSON PLACE THING, in a live podcast recording featuring a candid conversation with Eduardo Vilaro, Artistic Director & CEO of BALLET HISPÁNICO. ...


History Fort Lauderdale to Present WILD FLORIDA Exhibition Beginning in July Photo History Fort Lauderdale to Present WILD FLORIDA Exhibition Beginning in July
by Blair Ingenthron - May 25, 2024

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community's past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present “Wild Florida” from Thursday, July 11 – Sunday, September 8. ...


Winners Revealed For the 18th Annual Monologue and Design Competition of the August W Photo Winners Revealed For the 18th Annual Monologue and Design Competition of the August Wilson New Voices
by Stephi Wild - May 01, 2024

The 18th Annual Monologue and Design Competition of the August Wilson New Voices program culminated in a night of celebration as thirteen student finalists from across the nation captivated audiences with their performances and designs inspired by the timeless works of August Wilson....


Penn Live Arts Unveils 24/25 Season Featuring World, US & Philadelphia Premieres Photo Penn Live Arts Unveils 24/25 Season Featuring World, US & Philadelphia Premieres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 23, 2024

Discover the exciting 24/25 season of PENN LIVE ARTS, featuring world, U.S., and Philadelphia premieres. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...


Ballet Hispánico to Present Pa'lante Scholars Spring Concert Photo Ballet Hispánico to Present Pa'lante Scholars Spring Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 02, 2024

Join Ballet Hispánico for the Pa’lante Scholars Spring Concert, featuring performances by the Pre-Professional Program. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...


World Premiere Musical & More Set for Round House Theatre's 2024-2025 Season Photo World Premiere Musical & More Set for Round House Theatre's 2024-2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 02, 2024

The full five-show lineup has bee revealed for Round House Theatre’s 2024-2025 Season. Learn about the shows and see how to purchase tickets....


Kara Noble, Martin Kluger, and Mark Auerbach Join The Springfield Chamber Players to Photo Kara Noble, Martin Kluger, and Mark Auerbach Join The Springfield Chamber Players to Perform JOHNNY APPLESEED
by Stephi Wild - April 23, 2024

Kara Noble, Springfield Symphony Orchestra timpanist Martin Kluger; and Westfield Community Programming ArtsBeat host Mark Auerbach will narrate in the upcoming Springfield Chamber Players performance of Clifton J. Noble, Jr. 's folk cantata Johnny Appleseed....


Cast Set for ASSASSINS at Town & Country Players Photo Cast Set for ASSASSINS at Town & Country Players
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 26, 2024

Town & Country Players announces the cast for its upcoming musical, ASSASSINS. The one-act historical revusical explores the lives of nine individuals who assassinated or tried to assassinate U.S. Presidents. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...


Jamel Gaines Creative Outlet Returns to the Brooklyn Academy of Music With REMEMBERIN Photo Jamel Gaines Creative Outlet Returns to the Brooklyn Academy of Music With REMEMBERING
by Stephi Wild - January 31, 2024

 Jamel Gaines Creative Outlet (JGCO) will present Jamel Gaines’s multimedia theater work Remembering, featuring dance, theater, live music, spoken word, and video projection, at the Brooklyn Academy of Music on February 15 and 16 at 7:30 p.m. and February 17th at 2 p.m. ...


Sierra Madre Playhouse Presents 7 Comedy, Jazz, Chamber Music, & Family Friendly Prog Photo Sierra Madre Playhouse Presents 7 Comedy, Jazz, Chamber Music, & Family Friendly Programs In March
by A.A. Cristi - February 15, 2024

Sierra Madre Playhouse presents a lineup of seven comedy, jazz, chamber music, and family-friendly programs in March 2024. Don't miss out on these exciting events!...


OPERA America Announces NYC Opera Grants Support For Small-Budget Companies Photo OPERA America Announces NYC Opera Grants Support For Small-Budget Companies
by A.A. Cristi - May 01, 2024

OPERA America has announced $195,000 in awards for NYC Opera Grants, providing crucial support for small-budget companies. This initiative aims to bolster the city's vibrant opera scene....


Ballet Hispánico's Quinceañera Gala Raised More Than $1.3 Million Photo Ballet Hispánico's Quinceañera Gala Raised More Than $1.3 Million
by A.A. Cristi - April 26, 2024

Ballet Hispánico's Quinceañera Gala raises over $1.3 million for artistic, educational, and community outreach programs. ...


Theater To Go Continues Salute To NJ Playwrights At MCCC's Kelsey Theatre With A LOVE Photo Theater To Go Continues Salute To NJ Playwrights At MCCC's Kelsey Theatre With A LOVESONG FOR MISS LYDIA February 9-11
by A.A. Cristi - January 31, 2024

Theater to Go presents 'A Lovesong for Miss Lydia,' a play by Don Evans, at MCCC's Kelsey Theatre. Join us as we explore the story of Lydia Frazier, an elderly widow who takes in a charming boarder with unexpected consequences. Don't miss this heartfelt production!...






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