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Gavin Hawk and Rick Wayne, creators of THE DUMB SHOW, opening October 4th at the American Stage in St. Petersburg, call what they do 'long-form improvisation.' They base their show on a single audience suggestion and let the improvisation do the rest.

The Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance has published a report tracking a significant increase in the diversity of Philadelphia theatergoers. The report notes that African-Americans and Hispanics account for the largest segment of cultural involvement.

After originally playing the Hampstead Theatre in 1991, Terry Johnson's IMAGINE DROWNING is back on stage. The emerging Waxwing Theatre offers this opportunity at the Rosemary Branch Theatre this autumn.

The US premiere of THE HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES, a Sherlock Holmes adaptation, is now playing through November 8th at Shakespeare & Company in Lenox, Mass. The show transferred from London's West End for an American premiere at the Elayne P. Bernstein Theatre.

The Frist Center for the Performing Arts announced today the remainder of its 2009 calendar. The calendar features events ranging from photography and art to film and marionettes.

Mary Gatchell and her band from New York City now includes the well-known and highly respected drummer, Rodney Holmes. Gatchell will feature Holmes in a performance at Leddy Center on Friday, October 16th.

Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre's second production of the season is MAN OF LA MANCHA, presented in association with Michael James. Opening night is 7 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 18 at the No Exit Cafe.

Singer/Songwriter Brandi Carlile will join Michigan Theatre audiences for a live performance to celebrate her new album, 'Give Up the Ghost,' tonight, Septempber 28 at 7:30pm.

Blumenthal Center for Performing Arts made several announcements today regarding upcoming events. They will premier A CHORUS LINE on September 29th and will offer tickets for future acts starting Friday, October 9th. The lineup will include performances by Garrison Keillor, Rockapella, and more.

La Mediterranee in Midtown is offering Melange Mondays, an ongoing series of open-mic cabaret, from 9:00pm to midnight on Mondays. The night will be hosted by cabaret singer Jesse Luttrell.

Steppenwolf Theatre of Chicago to set to host a free event to explore FAKE at the Steppenwolf Garage, Friday, 10/2.

The Marcus Center and Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts team up for a special event with Tom Hulce, Producer of Spring Awakening, on Friday, October 9 at 12 pm. This special event is part of the Marcus Center's 40th Anniversary year-long celebration.

The Philly Improv Theater has introduced many new classes and performances for their new season. Performances begin today, September 28th, with classes beginning in October.

NewFilmmakers of New York will host the Middle East and NewLatino groups for a night of special programs on Wednesday, September 30. Beginning at 6:00pm, the NewFilmmakers will present the Middle East Filmmakers Series curated by Monier. At 8:00pm, they will present a NewLatino short film series.

The Buck Creek Players will open their 36th season 'On the Home Front' with Jane Martin's comedy, FLAMING GUNS OF THE PURPLE SAGE, on Friday, October 2nd. The show will run for three weekends through Sunday, October 18th.

The Barn Players have announced audition dates for their upcoming '6x10' Ten-Minute Play Festival. Auditions will take place October 24th and 25th at from 1:00-4:00pm at the St. Pius School.

Hudson Stage announced its fall production, the Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, RABBIT HOLE, by Kimberly Akimbo and "Shrek" playwright David Lindsay Abaire, will be its fall mainstage production. RABBIT HOLE will be directed by HSC producer Dan Foster of ' Mary's Wedding' and 'Murderers' and Denise Bessette and Olivia Sklar will act as Executive Producers.

Broadway veteran Anne Kerry Ford will bring her talents to two prestigious cabaret rooms singing Kurt Weill with musical director John Boswell, as part of the fall cabaret season on both coasts.

The Active Theater's Inaugural Autumn Gala will feature performances by Tony Award-Winner David Hyde Pierce, Tony Award-Winner Chuck Cooper and Tony Award-Nominee Dee Hoty, on Sunday, October 18th at Del Posto restaurant.

The Michigan Theatre has announced its upcoming weekend schedule which features entertainment from Lisa Lampanelli, Francis Ford Coppola, and Renee Zellweger.