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WALDEN Set for The Planet Connections Theatre Festivity

The Planet Connections Theatre Festivity presents Walden, a story-theatre style musical adaptation of Thoreau's best seller, featuring his work on the underground railroad and his star-crossed romance. Book and Lyrics for Walden are written by Katherine Brann Fredricks and the music is composed by Bert Draesel. Brian Maschka directs a cast of ten including Drew Aber, Cole Burden, Susannah Jones, Lisa Lamothe, Heather Lundstedt, Ronnie Nelson, Kurt Robbins, Thalia St. Hubert, Doug Shapiro, Forest VanDyke, with additional cast members to be announced shortly. Six performances for Walden will be held at the Robert Moss Theatre, 440 Lafayette Street, NYC from May 29-June 15 as part of The Planet Connections Theatre Festivity. The Festivity will take place May 29th through June 23rd at Gene Frankel and Robert Moss Theatres in New York City. (more...)

Joe Maddalena Presents the Auction of the Property of a Distinguished American Private Collector Part II, 5/30

After the six million dollar sale of part I, Profiles in History, run by Joe Maddalena, is proud to announce the auction of The Property of a Distinguished American Private Collector Part II on May 30th. This collection of letters and manuscripts is one of the greatest collections ever amassed. In the first sale a letter by Vincent van Gogh sold for $336,000 and a Thomas Jefferson letter sold for $300,000, Part II promises to be even bigger. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Washington Stage Guild Produces Final T.S. Eliot Play: THE ELDER STATESMAN

In producing T.S. Eliot's THE ELDER STATESMAN-plus with their spring 2013 reading of Eliot's THE ROCK--Washington Stage Guild becomes the only theatre company in the world (as far as they can determine) to have produced all seven of Eliot's plays. And as Artistic Director Bill Largess jokingly remarked opening night, Washington Stage Guild is probably the only theatre that would produce all of T.S. Eliot's dramatic works. (more...)

'Harry Potter' Star & Tony Winner Richard Griffiths Dies at 65

BBC News reports that English actor of stage, film and television, Richard Griffiths has died at age 65 after complications from recent heart surgery. The actor was best known for his portrayal of Vernon Dursley in the Harry Potter film franchise and as Unchle Monty in 'Withnail and I.' (more...)

Andrew Lloyd Webber On Sunday's ITV Special, STEPHEN WARD & SUPERSTAR

Theatrical titan Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber has given a fascinating new interview in anticipation of Easter Sunday's 90-minute ITV special salute to the world's most successful composer, ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER: 40 MUSICAL YEARS, which will feature the world premiere of a brand new tune from his forthcoming biomusical of the same name based on the life of the title character, Britain's notorious STEPHEN WARD. (more...)

Silva Screen Records Releases TV Soundtrack to FROZEN PLANET Today

George Fenton's enchanting and lush soundtrack to BBC TV's landmark series narrated by David Attenborough (more...)

NCPA Presents VASANT: GUJARATI NATYA UTSAV, Now thru March 24

In the last few years, the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), Mumbai, India's premiere art and culture institution, has initiated and sustained a cultural movement, by encouraging quality indigenous and regional theatre, expanding the scope of its reach and providing a springboard to reach diverse audiences. Principal among these has been NCPA Pratibimb Marathi Natya Utsav, NCPA Ananda Hindi Theatre Festival, NCPA Cheer! Comedy Festival, NCPA Centrestage Theatre Festival for premiering plays and Vasant: Gujarati Natya Utsav. (more...)

ODC Theater Presents BAHU-BETI-BIWI, 4/19-21

ODC Theater opens its 2013 season with the Bay Area premiere of Sheetal Gandhi's magnetically rhythmic Bahu-Beti-Biwi. A solo tour de force combining dance, stirring vocalization, and percussive text, Bahu-Beti-Biwi wraps North Indian music traditions and family characters into a contemporary exploration that glides between humorous portraiture and active resistance. (more...)

Paul Giamatti-Led HAMLET Begins at Yale Rep Tonight

Yale Repertory Theatre presents Paul Giamatti in HAMLET by William Shakespeare, directed by James Bundy, at the University Theatre (222 York Street), tonight, March 15-April 13. Opening Night is Thursday, March 21, at 7:30PM. (more...)

Silva Screen Records to Release TV Soundtrack to FROZEN PLANET, 3/26

George Fenton's enchanting and lush soundtrack to BBC TV's landmark series narrated by David Attenborough (more...)

NCPA to Present VASANT: GUJARATI NATYA UTSAV, March 22-24

In the last few years, the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), Mumbai, India's premiere art and culture institution, has initiated and sustained a cultural movement, by encouraging quality indigenous and regional theatre, expanding the scope of its reach and providing a springboard to reach diverse audiences. Principal among these has been NCPA Pratibimb Marathi Natya Utsav, NCPA Ananda Hindi Theatre Festival, NCPA Cheer! Comedy Festival, NCPA Centrestage Theatre Festival for premiering plays and Vasant: Gujarati Natya Utsav. (more...)

Marriott International Shines at Straight for Equality Gala

Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR) boosted its longstanding history of embracing differences recently during the Straight for Equality Gala. Apoorva Gandhi, Marriott's vice president of multicultural markets and alliancesco-hosted this year's gala along with Jimmie Paschall, executive vice president of enterprise diversity and inclusion at Wells Fargo. The event put on by the national chapter of Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) honored straight allies in the fields of sports, literature and entertainment for their work in championing equal rights for all. (more...)

Martin Sheen to Headline 2013 GREAT FUTURES GALA for Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee, Today

For the first time, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee will welcome multiple Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner (and Boys & Girls Clubs Alumnus), Martin Sheen. This beloved, respected and accomplished actor will headline the 2013 Great Futures Gala event that will be held on April 25, 2013 in downtown Nashville. The official location will be announced at www.GreatFuturesGala.com shortly. (more...)

Green Dragon Books Releases Roy Dimond's THE SINGING BOWL

Green Dragon Books has released 'The Singing Bowl.' Roy Dimond presents the awe-inspiring story of a Tibetan monk who has the daunting task of finding a lost book in order to bring a way of life back from the brink. Armed with only courage and an ancient artifact, the sacred Singing Bowl, the young monk embarks on a spiritual odyssey filled with harrowing dangers and mysteries. (more...)

Shaftesbury Avenue Lights Will Be Dimmed Tonight in Honor of Richard Griffiths

The lights on Shaftesbury Avenue will be dimmed tonight from 7:28 to 7:30pm to honor the late Richard Griffiths, who passed March 28 at age 65. (more...)

BAHU-BETI-BIWI, LAYLA MEANS NIGHT and More Highlight ODC Theater's 2013 Season

ODC Theater announces its program for 2013, featuring artists committed to expanding the experience of contemporary performance. (more...)

Planet Connections Theatre Festivity to Stage New Musical WALDEN, 5/29-6/23

The Planet Connections Theatre Festivity presents Walden, a story-theatre style musical adaptation of Thoreau's best seller, featuring his work on the underground railroad and his star-crossed romance. Six performances for Walden will be held at the Robert Moss Theatre, 440 Lafayette Street, NYC from May 29-June 15 as part of The Planet Connections Theatre Festivity. The Festivity will take place May 29th through June 23rd at Gene Frankel and Robert Moss Theatres in New York City. (more...)

Fashion Access Finishes Off Strong

The business of fashion remains strong, with top-notch design and quality being the most important elements to success. This was evident in the recently concluded Fashion Access fair held from March 27 to 29 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. (more...)

Full Cast Announced for Paul Giamatti-Led HAMLET at Yale Rep, 3/15-4/13

Yale Repertory Theatre presents Paul Giamatti in HAMLET by William Shakespeare, directed by James Bundy, at the University Theatre (222 York Street), March 15-April 13. Opening Night is Thursday, March 21, at 7:30PM. (more...)

Hyatt Thrive Celebrates Its Global Month of Community Service and Urges Others around the World to Make a Difference

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the start of the Hyatt Thrive Global Month of Community Service where associates at Hyatt hotels and resorts around the world will volunteer to give back to the communities they call home. Today, Hyatt also unveils a Commit To Thrive social pledge campaign, which asks associates, guests, and neighbors to take an online pledge to commit to making a positive difference in their communities. For each pledge taken up to 35,000, Hyatt will donate a book to a child in need through Room to Read and We Give Books. (more...)

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