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FUTURAMA Series Finale Among Comedy Central's June Highlights
by TV News Desk - May 06, 2013
Sit back, relax and rely on your favorite comedy brand to keep you entertained this summer. This June, COMEDY CENTRAL is celebrating the final futuristic batch of 'Futurama' with a two-episode premiere on Wednesday, June 19 at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT and 10:30 p.m. ET/PT. (more...)
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Karen Ziemba and More Set for 92Y's Lyrics & Lyricists Series Tributes Jerome Kern, Now thru 5/6
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2013
The greatest songwriters revered him. And his songs-from 'All the Things You Are' to 'The Way You Look Tonight'-remain a vital part of our cultural conversation. It is no accident that Jerome Kern is also known as 'The Dean.' Author and Lyrics & Lyricists series artistic director Deborah Grace Winer takes the helm as artistic director/writer/host for The Song is You: Jerome Kern Coast to Coast, tonight, May 4 and May 5, 6. Winer is joined by vocalists Karrin Allyson, Debby Boone, Jeffry Denman, bassist Jay Leonhart, Howard McGillin, Paula West and Karen Ziemba, with special guest Barbara Carroll. (more...)
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STG Announces 2013 - 2014 Performance Season, Including John Malkovich and PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2013
The Seattle Theatre Group, (STG) has announced the upcoming 2013-2014 season, with a fair amount of focus on performances taking place at a revitalized Moore Theatre. History has been made at The Moore and the future is about to get a bit brighter. This season offers a great opportunity for renewing a relationship with the oldest operating theatre in the city. STG is making transformative improvements that will significantly expand comfort and dramatically increase the ability for smaller, more 'off-Broadway' style productions, including those produced by local theatre companies, to take place at The Moore. (more...)
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Karen Ziemba and More Set for 92Y's Lyrics & Lyricists Series to Tribute Jerome Kern, 5/4-6
by BWW News Desk - Apr 16, 2013
The greatest songwriters revered him. And his songs-from 'All the Things You Are' to 'The Way You Look Tonight'-remain a vital part of our cultural conversation. It is no accident that Jerome Kern is also known as 'The Dean.' Author and Lyrics & Lyricists series artistic director Deborah Grace Winer takes the helm as artistic director/writer/host for The Song is You: Jerome Kern Coast to Coast, on May 4, 5 and 6. Winer is joined by vocalists Karrin Allyson, Debby Boone, Jeffry Denman, bassist Jay Leonhart, Howard McGillin, Paula West and Karen Ziemba, with special guest Barbara Carroll. (more...)
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President Obama's Remarks from MEMPHIS SOUL Concert at White House
by BWW News Desk - Apr 09, 2013
Legendary Soul Man Sam Moore will perform at the White House to celebrate the timeless classics of 'Memphis Soul' as part of the Emmy Award-Nominated PBS Music Special IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE Series on Tuesday, April 9, 2013. President Obama's remarks from the evening follow. (more...)
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Legendary Soul Man Sam Moore Performs at The White House
by BWW News Desk - Apr 09, 2013
Legendary Soul Man Sam Moore will perform at the White House to celebrate the timeless classics of 'Memphis Soul' as part of the Emmy Award-Nominated PBS Music Special IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE Series on Tuesday, April 9, 2013. (more...)
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Timberlake, Lauper & More Set for IN PERFORMANCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE, 4/16
by BWW News Desk - Apr 02, 2013
As part of their “In Performance at the White House” series, the President and First Lady will invite music legends and contemporary major artists to the White House for a celebration of Memphis Soul music. The program will include performances by Alabama Shakes, William Bell, Steve Cropper, Al Green, Ben Harper, Queen Latifah, Cyndi Lauper, Joshua Ledet, Sam Moore, Charlie Musselwhite, Mavis Staples and Justin Timberlake, with Booker T. Jones as music director and band leader. (more...)
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Hudson Valley to Host 2013 Clearwater Festival, 6/15-16
by BWW News Desk - Mar 16, 2013
Bold beats and folk icons, hand-crafted delicacies and gorgeous produce, unexpected art installations and an old-school working waterfront. Clearwater's Great Hudson River Revival, also simply and affectionately known as the Clearwater Festival (June 15-16, 2013; clearwaterfestival.org), unites major musical figures and green activism, building a creative community in one of the most scenic spots on the Hudson River. (more...)
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Jon Stewart Comes to Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 01, 2013
Jon Stewart is considered one of America's top social and comedic voices. Over the past 13 years, Stewart has redefined political satire in American culture from his perch atop the anchor chair on Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show with Jon Stewart.' In fact, surveys have shown that the overwhelming majority of men and women under the age of 35 list 'The Daily Show' as their primary source of television news. (more...)
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Depp, DeGeneres, & More Join Presenter Line-Up for THE GRAMMYS
by TV News Desk - Feb 07, 2013
Current nominees Dr. John and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band have been added to join a performance by the Black Keys, in addition to three-time GRAMMY Award winner Stanley Clarke, current nominee Chick Corea and current nominee Kenny Garrett paying tribute to Dave Brubeck, a performance by current nominee Juanes and a joint performance by Travis Barker, Chuck D, two-time GRAMMY Award winner and host LL COOL J, two-time GRAMMY Award winner Tom Morello and DJ Z-Trip, all on THE 55TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS broadcast. The music industry's premier event will take place Sunday, Feb. 10 (8:00-11:30 PM, live ET/delayed PT), at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, on the CBS Television Network. (more...)
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Zac Brown, Elton John & More Will Perform Levon Helm Tribute at the GRAMMY Awards
by BWW News Desk - Feb 06, 2013
Nominees Zac Brown, Brittany Howard (Alabama Shakes), and Mumford & Sons, along with five-time GRAMMY winner, GRAMMY Legend Award recipient, and 2000 MusiCares Person of the Year honoree Elton John and GRAMMY winner and Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient (as a member of the Staples Singers) Mavis Staples will join together for a special tribute to the late Levon Helm as part of the annual In Memoriam segment on the 55th Annual GRAMMY Awards telecast. Current nominee T Bone Burnett will serve as musical director for this special tribute to Helm. Additionally, current nominees Miguel and Wiz Khalifa also are set to perform on Music's Biggest Night. Thirteen-time GRAMMY winner Dave Grohl, three-time GRAMMY winner and current nominee Ne-Yo, and TV and radio host/producer (and newly appointed Honorary Chair of the GRAMMY Foundation Board) Ryan Seacrest will appear as presenters. (more...)
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Elton John, Zac Brown & More Join GRAMMY AWARDS Performance Line Up
by BWW News Desk - Feb 06, 2013
Nominees Zac Brown, Brittany Howard (Alabama Shakes) and Mumford & Sons, along with five-time GRAMMY Award winner, GRAMMY Legend Award recipient and 2000 MusiCares Person of the Year honoree Elton John and GRAMMY Award winner and Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient (as a member of the Staples Singers) Mavis Staples, will join together for a special tribute to the late Levon Helm as part of the annual In Memoriam segment on THE 55TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS.. The music industry's premier event will take place Sunday, Feb. 10 (8:00-11:30 PM, live ET/delayed PT), at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, on the CBS Television Network. (more...)
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Jon Stewart Comes to Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, 3/1
by BWW News Desk - Jan 28, 2013
Jon Stewart is considered one of America's top social and comedic voices. Over the past 13 years, Stewart has redefined political satire in American culture from his perch atop the anchor chair on Comedy Central's "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart." In fact, surveys have shown that the overwhelming majority of men and women under the age of 35 list "The Daily Show" as their primary source of television news. (more...)
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No Name Presents: The Uptown Cabaret Spotlight to Feature Phil Roy Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jan 17, 2013
No Name is starting the year off right tonight, January 17th with its next installment of No Name Presents: The Uptown Cabaret SPOTLIGHT featuring singer/songwriter and now Inwood local PHIL ROY. The concert begins at 8:00PM at the Indian Road Cafe, 600 West 218th Street at Indian Rd. Hosted by Alexandra de Suze. (more...)
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Stanley 'Buckwheat' Dural, Jr. Treated for Early Stage Cancer; Expected to Make Full Recovery
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2013
Grammy Award-winning singer and accordionist Stanley 'Buckwheat' Dural, Jr., leader of Buckwheat Zydeco, is being treated for early stage cancer on his left lung and a vocal chord. Dural will begin treatment immediately and doctors expect a full recovery. Buckwheat Zydeco will postpone dates throughout the winter but expect to be back on the road in the spring and summer. (more...)
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Stanley 'Buckwheat' Dural, Jr. Postpones Performances Due to Cancer Treatments
by BWW News Desk - Jan 15, 2013
Grammy Award-winning singer and accordionist Stanley 'Buckwheat' Dural, Jr., leader of Buckwheat Zydeco, is being treated for early stage cancer on his left lung and a vocal chord. Dural will begin treatment immediately and doctors expect a full recovery. Buckwheat Zydeco will postpone dates throughout the winter but expect to be back on the road in the spring and summer. (more...)
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