Happiness

New Book of Poems, GOLD'S HELPING HAND, is Released

It is almost too easy to lose one's way in a world driven by material desires and superficial pursuits. While unHappiness and discontentment become endemic, peace and joy seem like luxuries that only few can afford. In her new book, “God's Helping Hand Book I”, Teresa Gilbert shares inspiration for finding one's way back to a life of grace and invites readers to a poetic celebration of spiritual renewal. (more...)

Author Leslie Kennedy Releases THE MAGE'S DAUGHTER

An Evil Mage only had his daughter, The Child, so that he could have a servant trained by himself, loyal only to himself, one who, because of blood ties he could control, if not her mind, at least her body. Many times, he had her do cruel things against her will, and if she cried, he enjoyed it more so that he would lengthen the time she was forced to watch her body hurt someone, thus torturing both his victims for a longer time. Because of this, The Child learned long ago not to display her feelings. (more...)

BWW Reviews: ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS - A Riotous Night Out

Richard Bean's One Man Two Guvnors has to be one of the funniest plays written to date. It is nonstop hilarity from beginning to end. The show opened in 2011 on the West end, transferred to Broadway and has been on an International tour in 2013. With a multitude of musicals opening in Melbourne over the next 4 weeks, it feels like the National Theatre of London's production in conjunction with MTC could slip in and out of Melbourne without much mention, especially with King Kong dominating every available publicity space in the city. If every performance of this show is not sold out it will be a travesty. It deserves it ten fold along with an extended season. (more...)

'The Extraordinary Power of Project Relationships' Available as eBook and Audiobook

'The Extraordinary Power of Project Relationships' by Harry Mingail is packed with great ideas, techniques and many checklists to make great things happen the reader. At minimum the reader will find something and typically many things which will reward investment in this book. Great relationships will generate monetary as well as a flood of other positive differences in life. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Jenna Ushkowitz's CHOOSING GLEE: 10 Rules to Finding Happiness and the Real You

Chris Colfer has written a childrens novel as well as a young adult novel, and Jane Lynch has written a memoir. Now, Jenna Ushkowitz is following suit as another Glee cast member dabbling in writing. The Glee star released her debut novel 'Choosing Glee: 10 Rules to Finding Happiness and the Real You,' on May 14 through St. Martin's press. For her writing debut, Ushkowitz took a road different from Lynch and Colfer. Instead of a memoir or novel, she opted to write more of a self-help type book that encourages readers to reach their full potential and most importantly, find Happiness. (more...)

BWW Interviews - Jake T. Austin Chats ABC Family's New Series THE FOSTERS

In a recent interview, Jake T. Austin spoke about his 'charming and hyperkinetic' character on The Fosters as well as what it was like to co-star with Selena Gomez on Disney Channel's Wizards of Waverly Place. (more...)

Giuliana Rancic to Receive "Caring is Sexy" Award from Alliance for Women

Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) and Sexy Hair announce that Giuliana Rancic is the first-ever recipient of the 'Caring is Sexy' Award. The inaugural AWMF and Sexy Hair 'Caring is Sexy' Award will be presented at the 38th Annual Gracie Awards Gala on Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. Reflecting AWMF and Sexy Hair's commitment to giving back to the community, the 'Caring is Sexy' Award honors an individual who practices exceptional acts of kindness. (more...)

The Grove Theatre Opens SOUTH PACIFIC, 5/31

The Grove Theatre announces the opening of South Pacific on May 31st, under the direction of Frank Minano. From the hauntingly beautiful first three notes of "Bali Hai" to the romance of "Some Enchanted Evening," it's easy to tell why this Rodgers & Hammerstein favorite is considered by many as the finest musical ever written. (more...)

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular Goes On Sale Tomorrow

MSG Entertainment (MSGE) announced today that tickets will be on-sale for the 2013 production of the Radio City Christmas Spectacular on Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Embraced by generation after generation, this heart-warming production features dazzling dance numbers and costumes, classic favorites and a breathtaking new number with special effects that will transform the Great Stage into a glistening winter wonderland. The 2013 edition of the Christmas Spectacular will lift spirits and create lasting memories for new audiences as well as for families that have made this cherished production a holiday tradition. There is no better place to be this holiday season than the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. (more...)

South Bend Civic Theatre Announces Summer Camps

Youth from kindergarten to high school will have opportunities to explore the magic of making theatre. Taught by experienced and enthusiastic instructors, these camps will give kids the skills in acting, musical theatre, improv, and more fun subjects. Choose from week-long day camps or two week performance camps with a chance to put on a full show at the end! (more...)

Sumita Batra Announces U.S. Release of 'The Art of Mehndi: Henna Body Decoration'

LOS ANGELES, May 20, 2013 /PRNewswire/ After much buzz, Ziba Beauty CEO, Sumita Batra, announces the United States launch of her new book, The Art of Mehndi: Henna Body Decoration. Featuring modern mehndi trends, age-old techniques, and celebrity styling, Batra's new book is destined to be a beauty must-have. The Art of Mehndi: Henna Body Decoration is available on Amazon, Barnes & Nobles (bn.com), ZibaBeauty.com and other fine booksellers across the US. (more...)

The Amoralists to Stage RANTOUL AND DIE, 6/12-7/20

Having earned a reputation as one of New York's most daring young theater companies, The Amoralists continue to grow in size, ambition and audacity. In the seven years since its founding, the Company has successfully produced 16 productions of ten plays, including nine world premieres, and has quickly moved from basement theaters to Off-Broadway. On the heels of these accomplishments, The Amoralists will kick off 'The Summer of The Amoralists' season with the New York premiere of Mark Roberts' Rantoul and Die, directed by Jay Stull and featuring performances by Derek Ahonen, Sarah Lemp,Matthew Pilieci and Vanessa Vache - all members of The Amoralists' 50-member ensemble. (more...)

Jackalope Theatre to Debut THE CASUALS at Storefront Theater, 6/7

Jackalope Theatre Company, in association with the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, presents the world premiere of THE CASUALS, co-written by Chance Bone and Andrew Swanson and directed by Jonathan Berry, playing July 7 - 28, 2013 at The Storefront Theater. (more...)

Barbara Marchwicki Releases BASIA

In “Basia” (published by AuthorHouse), author Barbara Marchwicki's new memoir, readers are taken on an emotional ride through one little girl's broken family life and shown that no matter the odds, Happiness is just around the corner. (more...)

Donna Goddard Releases 'The Love of Being Loving'

“The Love of Being Loving” (published by Balboa Press) is author Donna Goddard's new book about healing and the spiritual path. “This book is based on the metaphysical teachings of two spiritual pathways,” says Goddard, “Metapsychiatry and Christian Science. As serious students of life, we seek both relief from suffering and growth of Happiness. There are no secrets. Nothing is withheld by God. Yet, it is only by our own sincere searching, the evolutionary stage we have reached, and the grace of God that we come into contact with spiritual pathways and teachers who are beneficial and right for us.” (more...)

Around the Broadway World: Regional Highlights for the Week of 5/13

If you haven't had the chance to catch up on your theater news, look no further than today's recap of all things theater - exclusive features, interviews, reviews and more! - around the Broadway World for the week of May 13! (more...)

Yellow Red Sparks Announce Tour

Good coffee, cold weather, friends, family, trials, and tribulations. For some, these are the ins-and-out of everyday life. But for Yellow Red Sparks, this daily make-up holds the inspiration for their craft. The California based indie-folk trio possess a staggering ability to take seemingly normal circumstances, rewrite them with an uninhibited honesty and wistful beauty, and turn them into vivid scenes as told through their unique brand of cinematic folk. (more...)

BWW Reviews: Tony Winner Betty Buckley Brings Her Class Act to Segerstrom's Samueli Theatre

It is easy to understand why Betty Buckley has been called the 'Voice of Broadway'. To begin, she has an astounding instrument with an incredible range. She can belt out the lyrics from 'Come Back to Me' from On a Clear Day You Can See Forever and then in the next breath bring her voice down to almost a whisper, like a prayer, in essaying 'Maria' from West Side Story. Secondly, she is a dynamic actress who feels the story the song is telling. Most of all, through living this material, there's great soul, a deep sense of humanity lurking beneath. I have always said it takes a great actress to be a great singer. Betty Buckley is most definitely among the small group of Broadway divas who consistently hit the mark. Her unique contribution is an unparalleled grace and class which emanate from every phrase she utters. (more...)

Taylor Mac's THE FRE Receives MAP Fund Grant; Accepted to Sundance Theatre Lab

Performance artist Taylor Mac is constantly in creative development, but Children's Theatre Company (CTC) charged him with a first - to create an engaging theatrical piece for a multigenerational audience. His work has been seen and praised at theatres, art institutes, and festivals around the world. He was named best cabaret performer of 2012 by Time Out NY. His new theatrical experience The Fre was one of 41 projects nationwide to be honored with a grant from the MAP Fund, receiving $35,000. The Fre is also one of seven projects selected for the Sundance Institute 2013 Theatre Lab. CTC Artistic Director Peter Brosius claims, 'Taylor is fearless and one of the most creative forces in American theatre today; to have this energy, his heart, and his radical vision on our stage is absolutely thrilling.' (more...)

BWW Reviews: Haves and Have Nots Square off in Last Act's HAPPY COUPLE

No story is completely original. It's all been done before. Surely we've seen shows that involve a crumbling marriage or others that involve class struggle, but rarely are those themes seamlessly interwoven as they are in James Venhaus's daring play The Happy Couple, currently playing The White House Ranch in Austin thru May 25th. This remarkably bold production by Austin's Last Act Theater Company, while highly entertaining and at times laugh-out-loud funny, will leave you a bit uneasy, and that's precisely the point. (more...)

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