OBERON Announces Additional Offerings for NovemberOctober 25, 2012OBERON, the American Repertory Theater's second stage and club theater venue, continues its mission to bring exciting and original programming. A destination for theater and nightlife on the fringe of Harvard Square, OBERON is the home of the A.R.T.'s hit productions of The Donkey Show, Cabaret and Prometheus Bound and also a thriving incubator for local and visiting talent.
Three New Shows Added to The Artist Series SeasonOctober 25, 2012Three new shows have been added to The Artist Series' 2012-2013 Season. GIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSICAL (January 17th-20th), ELVIS LIVES! (January 19th), and AMERICA'S GOT TALENT LIVE: ALL STARS (March 23rd) will all play Jacksonville's Times-Union Center as part of The Artist Series' 47th Season.
Libra Theater Company Announces POEMS & MOON SONGSOctober 25, 2012For anyone who's looked at the night sky and felt seemingly alone yet utterly connected, there's Poems & Moon Songs. Presented by Libra Theater Company (2012 IT Award, "Outstanding Original Music"), Poems & Moon Songs is a journey through the soaring melodies and sharp style of rising composer Will Reynolds (The Greenwood Tree), linking his singular lyrical voice with some of the greatest poets of all time.
Harry Somers to be Featured in IMPRESSIONS OF LIFE FilmOctober 25, 2012When Harry Somers was just 16, he made a daring escape from Nazi Germany and began a new life, passing through England to attend Dookie Agricultural College in Australia. At 20, he joined the Australian Army, where a fellow soldier introduced him to the art of painting. Later, in New York City, his creative powers blossomed, and he began presenting his work in exhibitions and selling paintings to celebrities and socialites. Nevertheless, the memories of his harrowing ordeal were always close to the surface.
Falcon Theatre Presents Troubadour Theater Company's Rudolph the Red-Nosed ReinDOORS, Beginning 11/28October 25, 2012Falcon Theatre will present Troubadour Theater Company's Rudolph the Red-Nose ReinDOORS, directed by Matt Walker, the third production of its 2012-2013 Subscription Season. Celebrate the Season with the Ovation Award-winning Troubies as they give a wild, stripped-down, bare bones, rock re-telling of the classic holiday tale of Rudolph, with a sexy, sultry, scary soundtrack - and snow.
The El Capitan Theatre to Screen WRECK-IT-RALPH, 11/2-18October 25, 2012Hollywood's legendary El Capitan Theatre is taking fun to the next level with Disney's "Wreck-It Ralph" in wreck-tacular 3D from Nov. 2-Dec. 18, 2012, it was announced today by Lylle Breier, senior vice president of worldwide special events for Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.
Mayor Bloomberg and Health Commissioner Farley Receive Flu Shot at Duane Reade PharmacyOctober 25, 2012New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas A. Farley received their seasonal flu vaccination this morning at a Duane Reade pharmacy (NYSE:WAG) at 100 Broadway, New York City, demonstrating the importance of taking proactive steps to prevent the spread of influenza. Duane Reade is part of the Walgreens family of companies.
Comix At Foxwoods Announces New Year EventsOctober 25, 2012Multi award-winning comedian, Paul Mecurio, and monthly favorite act, Dueling Pianos, will welcome in 2013 at Comix At Foxwoods with an evening of dancing, drinking and fun, lasting until 3 a.m. The New Year's Eve festivities will begin at 9 p.m., when Mecurio, will showcase his hilarious routine on the Comix stage, followed by Dueling Pianos, who will hit the stage at 10:30 p.m. New Year's Eve party favors, a champagne toast and a post-midnight dessert buffet will follow the two exceptional comedy performances. 2013 Comix Countdown tickets can be purchased in advance for $50 (general admission) or $125 (VIP admission). Buy your tickets early, as prices are subject to change as New Year's Eve approaches. A two drink minimum applies to all tickets. This show is intended for mature audiences only.
BSO Launches New Orchestra Fellows ProgramOctober 25, 2012In keeping with the broader vision of inclusivity and relevance within the community that has characterized the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) under Music Director Marin Alsop, the BSO announces a new pilot Orchestra Fellows Program. The BSO's Orchestra Fellows program is conducted in partnership with Sphinx, the non-profit organization that seeks to overcome the cultural stereotype of classical music and promote diversity in the arts. The Orchestra Fellowship is intended as a year-round mentorship program for talented young musicians of color. Tami Lee Hughes, a violinist and Baton Rouge, La. native, has been appointed the Orchestra Fellow for the program's inaugural 2012-13 season.
Michael Ball, Shelia McCarthy and More Set for Canadian Stage's THE ARSONISTSOctober 25, 2012Canadian Stage will present an original production of The Arsonists, a dark comedy by Swiss playwright Max Frisch that explores our all-too-human ability to ignore acts of evil. Translated by Alistair Beaton, the Canadian premiere of this famous political farce is brought to life by director Morris Panych and set designer Ken MacDonald, the creative duo and real-life partners behind Canadian Stage's 2009 runaway hit, Art.
Little Orchestra Society Presents HAPPY CONCERTS, 12/8October 25, 2012A cast of eighteen singing and dancing toys… a loveable Toymaker and his young apprentice… a dastardly team of entrepreneurial villains… and an army of more than one hundred toy soldiers! The Little Orchestra Society presents a rollicking update of Victor Herbert's 1903 holiday extravaganza, BABES IN TOYLAND. An array of beloved characters performs March of the Toys, Toyland and other favorite tunes. Take a trip to Toyland for the holidays!
Community Theatre of Little Rock Presents Walton Jones' A 1940S CHRISTMAS CAROL, 11/16-12/2October 25, 2012The Community Theatre of Little Rock will present its Christmas Musical 'A 1940's Radio Christmas Carol". Show dates are November 16st, 17nd, 22nd, 23th, 24th, December 1st and 2nd at 7:30 pm and October 18th and December 2nd at 2pm, to be held at the PUBLIC Theatre, located at 616 Center Street, next to Horn's Men's Store in downtown Little Rock.
Regular admission is $16 for adults and $14 for military, students and seniors age 65 and over. Groups of 10 or more can get in for $14. Children age six and under are given free admission. Bring a pair of gently used running shoes and receive $1.00 off your admission.
Dialogue with Three Chords to Present LOVECRAFT IN BROOKLYN, 10/25October 25, 2012Dialogue with Three Chords presents "Lovecraft in Brooklyn" a staged reading of a new work from playwright Stephen Gracia that explores H.P. Lovecraft's tumultuous time living in Brooklyn while newly married. The reading also includes the curtain raiser "When I Dream, I See Strange Men: The Ascension of Elias" which deals with an imagined alien abduction. Both pieces are directed by Michael LoPorto. The show also features live music from Tommy Lombardozzi on October 25 downstairs at Mr. Dennehy's pub on 63 Carmine Street in Manhattan. Admission is free with a $3 suggested donation.
Jetset Getset to Benefit Play It Forward With 11/7 ConcertOctober 25, 2012Jetset Getset (JSGS) is stepping up to help musicians who are down on their luck. The teenage country music band will perform a concert November 7 at Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill in Cincinnati, Ohio, to celebrate the release of their new album "Saturday Night" (Playback Records). Proceeds from CD sales at the show will benefit Play It Forward, a nonprofit organization that supports musicians during times of crisis.