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John Lawton To Release New Concept Album, The Power of Mind
by BWW News Desk - Oct 30, 2012
The new concept album by former legendary Uriah Heep / Lucifer's Friend vocalist John Lawton titled 'The Power of Mind'. An innovative new CD, conceived, written and produced by the CGI member, Dr. Milen Vrabevski, but performed by John Lawton and Bulgarian ensemble Diana Express, 'The Power of Mind' is an exploration into the science of positive thinking and its applications to the subconscious mind. Featuring 14 amazing songs that showcase the soulful vocals of John Lawton and the powerful instrumentals by Diana Express will leave you wanting to hear it again and again. (more...)
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Fifth Annual Playwrights Retreat Begins in Stratford
by BWW News Desk - Oct 01, 2012
The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's fifth annual Playwrights Retreat begins today and runs through October 20. This year eight writers from across the country will be in Stratford for the three-week retreat: Meg Braem (Calgary), Matthew Heiti (Sudbury), Daniel Karasik (Toronto), Kevin Loring (Vancouver), Bryden MacDonald (Halifax), Haley McGee (Toronto), Janet Munsil (Victoria) and Elyne Quan (Toronto).
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Stratford's HENRY V Opens This Friday
by BWW News Desk - Jul 09, 2012
The Stratford Shakespeare Festival continues to mark its 60th season this week with the world premieres of three Canadian plays and the opening of Artistic Director Des McAnuff's production of Henry V. (more...)
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STAGE TUBE: Sneak Peek of Stratford Shakespeare Festival's PIRATES OF PENZANCE!
by Stage Tube - May 24, 2012
The Stratford Shakespeare Festival this year features something for everyone. For history lovers, there's Henry V, The War of 1812 and Wanderlust, a new musical set during the gold rush of the Great North. Lovers of romance will enjoy The Matchmaker, as well as the classic Shakespeare plays Cymbeline and Much Ado About Nothing. Another classic, the Greek tragedy Elektra, comes from the hand of one of Greece's most avant-garde directors. Lovers of literature will want to see Christopher Plummer's A Word or Two. For families, there's You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, MacHomer and The Pirates of Penzance. A season rich in musicals also features the Broadway favourite 42nd Street. The season runs now thru October 28. (more...)
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STAGE TUBE: Highlights from the 2012 Stratford Shakespeare Festival!
by Stage Tube - May 23, 2012
Thanks to the vision and determination of the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's pioneering artists, the adventure that began in 1953 with two productions in a tent is now North America's premier repertory theatre. In a season celebrating 60 years of theatrical achievement, the Festival presents 14 productions in five venues, featuring Christopher Plummer and one of the finest acting companies in the world. The season runs now thru October 28.
Watch highlights from the Festival's upcoming productions below! (more...)
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STAGE TUBE: Stratford Shakespeare Festival Releases 2012 Season Trailer
by Stage Tube - May 11, 2012
Thanks to the vision and determination of the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's pioneering artists, the adventure that began in 1953 with two productions in a tent is now North America's premier repertory theatre. In a season celebrating 60 years of theatrical achievement, the Festival presents 14 productions in five venues, featuring Christopher Plummer and one of the finest acting companies in the world. The season runs now thru October 28. Watch a trailer of the Festival's upcoming productions below!
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Des McAnuff Receives Governor General’s Performing Arts Award Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2012
Artistic Director Des McAnuff will receive the National Arts Centre Award of the Governor General's Performing Arts Awards at a ceremony at Rideau Hall tonight. The ceremony is followed by a gala performance at the National Arts Centre, honouring each of Governor General Performing Arts Award recipients. Mr. McAnuff is being recognized for his extraordinary accomplishments over the past performance year. (more...)
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The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Presents Tom Rocco June 5
by BWW
News Desk - Jun 05, 2011
Pittsburgh-bred, NYC-based actor and singer, Tom Rocco, will be coming home to the Cabaret at Theater Square on Sunday, June 5th to celebrate the release of his new, live-recording CD, "My Big, Fat, Proposition 8 Wedding." (more...)
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Des McAnuff Extends at Stratford to 2013; 2012 Season Announced
by BWW News Desk - Jun 04, 2011
The Stratford Shakespeare Festival's Board of Governors announceed that Des McAnuff will continue as Artistic Director through the 2013 season.
'Mr. McAnuff is a very gifted director and leader who is much in demand, and we are delighted that he has agreed to continue as our Artistic Director for an additional two years,' says Dr. Lee Myers, Chair of the Board of Governors. (more...)
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The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Presents Tom Rocco June 5
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2011
Pittsburgh-bred, NYC-based actor and singer, Tom Rocco, will be coming home to the Cabaret at Theater Square on Sunday, June 5th to celebrate the release of his new, live-recording CD, "My Big, Fat, Proposition 8 Wedding." (more...)
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The Irdium Jazz Club Presents Jake Hertzog 1/8
by BWW
News Desk - Jan 08, 2011
Jake Hertzog will be giving a concert at The Irdium Jazz Club. The concert will take place Saturday, January 8th at midnight. Hertzog is one of the most original and exciting new guitarists on the scene. Performing with the venerated rhythm section of Harvie S (bass) and Victor Jones (drums) the Jake Hertzog Trio bends genres with their exhilarating live performances. Appearing at what has become their New York home, The Iridium Jazz club, this is an event not to miss, as the band prepares for their 3rd studio album to be released this spring. (more...)
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