Babs Rubenstein News

Today's big news: Barbra Streisand kicks off the Florida leg of her concert tour, and STRICTLY BALLROOM cha chas into the UK starting tonight!

Bloomberg Media today announced the launch of a new prime-time television and digital series 'The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations.'

Legendary star of stage and screen Barbra Streisand, who is currently on tour for her new album, 'Encore: Movie Partners Sing Broadway' recently turned to Apple head Tim Cook for a small favor.

Hear Patrick Rybarczyk's conversation with Amy Rubenstein, Artistic Director of Windy City Playhouse.

Barbra Streisand played the Staples Center in Los Angeles last night, beginning her BARBRA: THE MUSIC...THE MEM'RIES...THE MAGIC! tour. The only recording artist to achieve #1 albums in each of six decades, Streisand began the first half of her show playing one of her hits from each of the six decades. 

My name is Justin Rubenstein, and I am a first year Junior at Dreyfoos School of the Arts. I am fortunate enough to be a part of the spring production of Shrek: the Musical, which has been nothing short of a magical experience. In Shrek, I play the characters Papa Shrek, a Duloc Guard, and a Knight. Although I was also in the fall production of Romeo and Juliet, this was the first time that I have ever been involved in a musical theatre production even close to this caliber. There have been a tremendous amount of new ideas, practices, and methods I had never been involved in and, pairing this with more technical aspects to a show than I have ever encountered, makes this one of the most enjoyable and educational shows I've been a part of to date.

On Today, February 12, 2016 Lincoln Center will host its first ever Late Nights at the Atrium, which is one of four series that has been newly-added to the programming lineup of free events at the David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center.

On Friday, February 12, 2016 Lincoln Center will host its first ever Late Nights at the Atrium, which is one of four series that has been newly-added to the programming lineup of free events at the David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center.

Four series have been newly-added to the programming lineup of free events at the David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center: The History of the World in 100 Performances with Adam Gopnik, and three series curated and produced by Award-winning theater directors Lonny Price and Matt Cowart: LC Dialogues, LC Originals, and Late Nights at the Atrium.

We've all had demanding bosses over the years. Hell I had a manager who insisted I go around the office and set all the clocks to the exact same time. But what happens when you're working for an actual Diva? Well, Jonathan Tolins' hilarious play "Buyer & Cellar", currently playing at the Seattle Rep, takes that on brilliantly and the Rep production completely shines.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 28, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ The Library of Congress has awarded First Book, a nonprofit social enterprise, with its prestigious David M. Rubenstein Prize for 2015. One of three Literacy Awards presented by the Library of Congress annually, the Rubenstein Prize is awarded to an organization that has made outstanding and measurable contributions in increasing literacy levels and has demonstrated exceptional and sustained depth and breadth in its commitment to the advancement of literacy. In addition, the award, which includes a $150,000 cash prize, honors organizations that meet the highest standards of excellence in operations and services.

Two-time Drama Desk Award nominee Christina Bianco has become a YouTube sensation with her diva impression videos. She's back with a brand-new video, 'Celebrity Biographies by Dr. Seuss' -- watch her read rhyming vignettes on the lives of Sarah Jessica Parker, Barbra Streisand, Drew Barrymore, Kelly Ripa and Barbra Walters below!

Good morning, BroadwayWorld! Because we know all our readers eat, sleep and breathe Broadway, what could be better than waking up to it? This weekend's big news: THE CHRISTIANS and HAMLET IN BED begin off-Broadway and Babs gets a rerun on THE TONIGHT SHOW!

It's time for the newest episode of BWW's exclusive TV series - CHEWING THE SCENERY WITH Randy Rainbow! In this edition, Randy returns to the CTS Newsdesk to chat about all of the latest news surrounding Babra Streisand joining Instagram and potentially starring in and directing the upcoming GYPSY movie. Hear what Randy has to say to the Babs haters below!

On Monday night, Barrett Foa, the star of the longest-running Off-Broadway comedy BUYER & CELLAR, stopped by WNBC. The Broadway vet talked about the show, which closes in just a few weeks, Barbra Streisand, and his day job on NCIS: LA working with L.L. Cool J and Chris O'Donnell.

The Smithsonian American Art Museum announced today a $5.4 million gift from David M. Rubenstein for the renovation of its Renwick Gallery. The gift completes the private fundraising goal for the capital renovation project.

Below, watch her impersonate Liza Minnelli, Barbra Streisand, Kristin Chenoweth and many more singing 'Total Eclipse of the Heart!

Entertainment and lifestyle retailer HSN launches David David Meister dresses; DEESIGNS by Dee Hilfiger; Hal Rubenstein, an eponymous lifestyle collection; an exclusive handbag collection, OH by Joy Gryson; and a new handbag line from jewelry guru R.J. Graziano. From August 25 through September 28, HSN brings the best in fashion, accessories, jewelry and beauty together in one comprehensive fashion destination.

David Rubenstein, co-founder of The Carlyle Group, discussed how the private equity business impacts the economy with co-hosts Charlie Rose and Gayle King live today, Oct. 8, 2012, on CBS THIS MORNING on the CBS Television Network (7:00 AM - 9:00 AM). Check out the interview below.