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Web Alert: Watch Two-time Tony Award winner Chita Rivera receive the Medal Of Freedom on Wednesday, August 12 at 3pm EST via streaming video at www.whitehouse.gov/live

To mark two decades at the creative helm of McCarter Theatre Center, Artistic Director Emily Mann has announced the 2009-2010 Theater Season, which will include the revival of an audience favorite, an eighteenth-century comic masterpiece, a knockout world premiere drama, a contemporary American classic, and a soaring new musical.

The 47th Annual New York Film Festival returns to the fully renovated Alice Tully Hall September 25 through October 11, 2009.

Variety is reporting that Music and TV talent agent Fred Lawrence has died at the age of 68. Mr. Lawrence passed away Aug. 7 of cardiac arrest after a lengthy illness in Burbank, California.

Entertainment Event Productions today announced that the Off-Broadway premiere of the smash UK hit GIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSICAL, written by Louise Roche and directed by Jack Randle, will continue through October 4th. Performances began June 2nd, and was scheduled for a limited engagement runs through July 26th at the Downstairs Cabaret Theatre at Sofia's (227 West 46th Street, next to the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre).

The Hollywood Foreign Press Association presented $1,249,000 in financial grants to 29 film schools and non-profit organizations at its annual Installation Luncheon honoring the organization's 2009-2010 slate of officers today at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

Tall Blonde Productions and Elephant Stageworks present the West Coast Premiere of MANUSCRIPT, by Paul Grellong, coming to the Elephant Theatre beginning August 28, 2009.

Long Wharf Theatre's Education Department will be staging a production of original pieces created by residents of New Haven's Tower One/Tower East, on Long Wharf Theatre's Stage II on Monday, August 24 at 7 p.m.

Singer and actor Clay Aiken has a new record label. Aiken's Official Fan Club (www.clayonline.com) reports: 'We Are Excited To Announce... Clay Aiken signs record deal with Universal Music's Decca Records. Expect an album in the first half of 2010. Keep checking back for more details to come.'

The New York Musical Theatre Festival will continue to party into the night with the highly popular NYMF's Next Broadway Sensation, along with two concerts, an album promotion party, and Opening and Closing Night celebrations.

Choice Theatricals, in association with T. Schreiber Studio will present an industry reading of Elizabeth S. Davis's new play, Crazy Head Space, directed by Gabriel Barre. Presentations will be on Thursday, August 20th at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM, and Friday, August 21st at 1:00 PM at The Gloria Maddox Theater (151 W. 26th St., 7th Floor).

Victoria Theatre Association (VTA) honored its volunteers at the Sixth Annual Marquee Awards on Monday, August 3 at the Mead Theatre in the Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center. The awards ceremony was a thank you to the volunteers for over 59,000 hours of service to the Victoria Theatre, Schuster Center and Loft Theatre in the 2008-2009 season.

La Jolla Playhouse Conservatory students, grades 10-12, have just completed the six-week summer program that allows them to hone their skills and develop into the theatre artists of tomorrow. Designed for performers who want to pursue a professional career in theatre, the program offers them the opportunity to work with seasoned theatre professionals, ultimately helping to prepare them for a college theatre program. The 2009 program ran June 29th - August 7th.

From noble crayons to musical pirates, the Geffen Playhouse ushers in its 2009-2010 family programming with a wide range of productions that provide an interactive alternative to Saturday morning cartoons. Geared to introduce children ages two and older to the magical world of theater and music, the 2009/2010 season is written and produced by some of the top artists in children's entertainment and boasts winners of the Parents' Choice Award and the ArtsReach Award.

The lively stage version of the rip-roaring MGM film 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers' kicks off at Beef & Boards Aug. 26. Get ready for some fun as these brothers get a lesson in 'goin' courtin' through Oct. 4.

Oscar, Grammy and Tony Award winner Elton John will on play on Alice in Chains' upcoming album, the Associated Press reports. The Album is a tribute record to their late lead singer, Layne Staley.

Celebrity Catwalk will mark its 9th Annual Fashion Show on Thursday, August 27th at the Highlands Nightclub in Hollywood. Tinsletown's brightest stars will walk the runway, raising funds and awareness for National Animal Rescue. Celebrity Catwalk is thrilled to announce that this year's honorary host will be 'Girls Next Door' co-star Bridget Marquardt.

FEINSTEIN'S AT LOEWS REGENCY has announced their fall 2009 schedule.

Web Alert: Watch Two-time Tony Award winner Chita Rivera receive the Medal Of Freedom on Wednesday, August 12 at 3pm EST via streaming video at www.whitehouse.gov/live

Actors' Playhouse Fall Theatre Conservatory session offers performers of all ages an opportunity to gain and hone skills that are valuable both on and off the stage. The Conservatory, which runs September 21-November 16, 2009, is designed to develop self-esteem, self-confidence and communication skills.