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Philippe Entremont, H'83, internationally renowned pianist and conductor, is well-known throughout New Orleans and the Gulf Coast region for his exceptional career and his time spent as music director of the New Orleans Philharmonic Orchestra from 1980 to 1986. On Friday, Dec. 7, the maestro returns to New Orleans to perform the "Triple Concerto," one of Beethoven's most celebrated compositions, at Loyola University New Orleans.

Benjamin Walker, the critically acclaimed star of BLOODY BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON and the upcoming 20th Century Fox Film, ABRRAHAM LINCOLN: VAMPIRE HUNTER presents and performs in FIND THE FUNNY - which he created and hosts.

Forever Plaid quartet is coming to Bay Street Players historic State Theatre, November 16 through December 9, to croon their swinging harmonic renditions of musical hits from the '50's and '60's. Forever Plaid: Plaid Tidings was written by Stuart Ross and directed by David Clevinger.

Dress is an instant and effective display of identity and an important component of our daily lives. By means of clothing, individuals establish their sense of self as well as their place in society. Through works such as The Troubles: an Artist's Document of Ulster by Les Levine and Green Room by Jackie Nickerson Fabric of Identity explores the presentation of individual and collective identities, private and public personas. The exhibition also includes work by artists Marina Abramovic, James Hanley and Janet Mullarney.

Beck Center for the Arts rolls out the red carpet on Saturday, November 10 for the 5th Annual Mayor's Ball hosted by Lakewood Mayor Michael P. Summers. "The arts are a vibrant part of our community with significant impact on our local economy," said Mayor Summers. "We are pleased to support this cultural gem to ensure the arts continue to be affordable and accessible to all residents."

In 1952, vice presidential candidate Richard Nixon, facing accusations of financial improprieties, went on national television to defend his place on Dwight D. Eisenhower's Republican ticket.

The Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Webster University, in collaboration with NoPassport theatre alliance & press, proudly presents a staged reading of SPARK by Caridad Svich. The performance, which will be offered at no cost to audience members, will take place on Tuesday, November 20, 2012, at 6:30 pm, at the Conservatory Spaces, 17 S. Old Orchard Avenue, St. Louis, MO, 63119. To reserve your free tickets or to get additional information, email Gad Guterman, at gadguterman95@webster.edu. Space is limited.

Abingdon Theatre Company - which has produced more than 77 new American plays in its 20-year history - is pleased to announced that its 20th Anniversary Gala and dinner, canceled due to Hurricane Sandy, has been rescheduled to Monday, November 19 at Espace (635 West 42nd Street) Manhattan, beginning at 6pm.

After a star-studded opening lineup with more than 125 shows in Reynolds Hall and nearly 250,000 patrons that have walked across the Fior de Pesco marble in the Grand Lobby, The Smith Center is proud to announce the anticipated lineup for the Winter Season running December through February.

The Dutch Apple is swingin' into the holidays with an all new Christmas show, A Swingin' Christmas opening November 15. A Swingin' Christmas is a vivacious show full of all the favorite classic Christmas songs such as Baby Its Cold Outside, The Christmas Song, Here Comes Santa Claus, Away in a Manger and Oh Holy Night. This show even throws in a few twists with Swingin' Nutcracker.

Hyatt Regency O'Hare invites guests to ring in 2013 at the NYE RUNWAY BALL on December 31. The event features live music from popular bands Dot Dot Dot and 7th Heaven; entry to the Dance Club featuring DJ-SPIN; and access to Red Bar, the hotel's swanky hot spot, where Tony Ocean will perform Frank Sinatra covers and more. A champagne toast, festive party favors, a fantasy casino, complete with fantasy poker, black jack and craps, played with fantasy money, and an open bar available throughout the evening are included.

Horse Trade Theater Group has announced the following upcoming events.

Ehud Segev, better known as "The Mentalizer", will present the grand finale of his popular world tour in New York City on Thursday, November 15 with an intimate show, "How to be a Mentalist, in the heart of Times Square. Immensely positive audience reactions to his shows in Asia, Europe and Africa have brought "The Mentalizer" back to the U.S. for a stunning climax to conclude 2012.

Better Nate Than Ever, the debut novel by Broadway dancer Tim Federle, will be released February 5, 2013 from Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, it was announced today. Better Nate Than Ever has already been praised by Tony and Oscar-winning composer of Newsies and Beauty and the Beast Alan Menken as "A smash hit! If there was a Tony Award for books, it would go to Better Nate Than Ever." The book will launch at the MTI Junior Theater Festival in January, for an audience of over 4500 theater-loving kids.

As the devastating effects of Superstorm Sandy ravage the East Coast, one of the most distressed areas is Staten Island. In an effort to ease some of the financial burden producer Robert Nicotra and Contagious Laughter LLC will donate 5% of all tickets sold through November 25th to the dark comedy, Let's Kill Grandma This Christmas, to Superstorm Sandy relief in Staten Island.

Dallas Theater Center will present Dickens' classic tale, A Christmas Carol, at the historic Kalita Humphreys Theater. DTC Associate Artistic Director Joel Ferrell will direct and choreograph this festive holiday story of redemption and forgiveness that has become a holiday tradition for DTC and for theater-goers across North Texas. This year marks the eighth and final season for this version of A Christmas Carol, which runs from Tuesday, November 20 - Sunday, December 23. Single tickets to A Christmas Carol are on sale now at www.DallasTheaterCenter.org and by phone at (214) 880-0202.

American Lyric Theater continues its popular series of public libretto readings, The Living Libretto, at the National Opera Center beginning November 11, 2012. Featuring guest actors from the Broadway and off-Broadway stage, each event is the culminating reading of extensive libretto workshops conducted for new operas currently being written by ALT Resident Artists.

Next Theatre Company's second production of their 32nd season is the Midwest premiere of Welcome Home, Jenny Sutter by Julie Marie Myatt and directed by Jessica Thebus, at Noyes Cultural Arts Center, 927 Noyes Street.

The national tour of the Broadway musical MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, inspired by the electrifying true story, will make its Philadelphia premiere Dec. 11 - 16 at the Forrest Theatre as part of the Broadway Season presented by The Kimmel Center and The Shubert Organization. The press opening is Tuesday, Dec. 11 at 7:30 pm.

he Second Annual International Puerto Rican Heritage Film Festival (IPRHFF) is scheduled for Friday, November 16th at the Mount Sinai Medical Center (Leo C. Stern Theater). The 2012 IPRHFF will showcase pioneering, historically significant films and documentaries, contemporary shorts and features, and other innovative films. Every film will either focus on Puerto Rico and its people or will have personnel of Puerto Rican descent in key roles (production and/or acting). Panel discussions throughout the day will explore film industry related topics, scrutinize the challenges and potential for young Latino filmmakers, and consider the context of Puerto Ricans in the cinema today. Finally, receptions and after-parties throughout the weekend will give participants an opportunity to celebrate their Heritage and network with other industry professionals.