Bravo Launches 'Turtle Time' Facebook GameSeptember 22, 2011Inspired by one of the most legendary declarations uttered by a Bravolebrity, this game invites fans to play for the opportunity to see their virtual vision come to life on-air.
HBO Comedy Series 'Bored to Death' Kicks Off Its Third Season 10/10September 22, 2011Jonathan Ames continues to ply his trade as an unlicensed private detective, getting caught up in increasingly risky jobs and absurd adventures around New York City with George and Ray, his always supportive partners in solving crime. In addition, a shocking revelation drives him to embark on one of his most important cases yet, the quest to find his biological father. As if that wasn't enough, Jonathan's writing career is finally starting to look up with the publication of his long-delayed second book.
The Canadian Tenors Kick of U.S. Holiday Concert Tour 12/3September 21, 2011The Canadian Tenors hit another high note with their heartfelt rendition of Leonard Cohen's 'Hallelujah,' during the 2011 Emmy Awards 'In Memoriam' segment. Their performance quickly became a water cooler moment post-show, talked about among media and television viewers alike.
Photo Flash: Contra Costa Civic Theatre's CHICAGOSeptember 21, 2011'A story of murder, greed, corruption, violence, exploitation, adultery and treachery - all the things we hold near and dear to our hearts.' And so begins Chicago. Created by John Kander, Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, Chicago nabbed 10 Tony nominations when it opened on Broadway in 1975 and won six awards for its' 1996 revival. The movie adaptation was honored with six Academy Awards, including Best Picture in 2003.
Acorn Studio Theater Hosts BEST ENEMIES, 10/7 & 8September 21, 2011A tiny, sun-baked desert island. Two men. One hat. If that sounds like a recipe for trouble, it's all of that and more in Best Enemies, Michael Kimball's cowboy comedy, set to run at the Acorn Studio Theatre for two performances on Friday, October 7th and Saturday, October 8th. Rex and Cody are lone survivors of a sabotaged rodeo cruise. To preserve their sanity, they've invented imaginary geography and instituted laws and punishments, but ultimately they go to war over their shared cowboy hat.
SWING DAMES Comes to Arthur Newman Theatre, 10/2September 21, 2011On Sunday, October 2, 2011, 'Swing Dames' joins the long list of concerts presented by Les Michaels and Life Is A Cabaret at The Arthur Newman Theatre at The Joslyn Center. The show pays tribute to the legendary Andrews Sisters and features songs, costumes, and stories from their career and the state of our Nation during their popularity, especially during WWII.
The Group Rep Presents AND THEN THERE WERE NONE, Opens 10/7September 21, 2011The Group Rep presents the Agatha Christie mystery AND THEN THERE WERE NONE, directed by Shira Dubrovner, produced by Linda Alznauer, opening Friday, October 7 at 8pm, runs Friday and Saturday at 8pm, Sunday as 2pm, October 7 through November 13, 2011 at the Lonny Chapman Theatre in the NoHo Arts District, North Hollywood, CA 91601.
SUNDAYARTS PRIMETIME SPECIAL Celebrates Met Opera Opening, 9/29September 21, 2011Metropolitan Opera General Manager Peter Gelb will share the highlights of the new opera season on the next SundayArts Primetime Special, hosted by Paula Zahn from the Tisch WNET Studios at Lincoln Center, Thursday, September 29 at 9 p.m. (WLIW will air the program on Monday, October 3 at 9:30 p.m.)
'An Evening of Many Cultures' at Met Museum Will Honor Samuel L. Jackson, Robert De Niro, et al.September 21, 2011The Metropolitan Museum of Art's second Multicultural Benefit, 'An Evening of Many Cultures,' will take place on September 26, 2011. Among the honorees will be Samuel L. Jackson, soon to appear on Broadway as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and LaTanya Richardson Jackson; and Academy Award-winning actor Robert De Niro and Grace Hightower De Niro. This black-tie gala is the signature event in celebration of the Museum's Multicultural Audience Development Initiative (MADI), founded in 1998.
Andrew von Oeyen Performs with North Carolina Symphony, Sept. 30-Oct. 2September 21, 2011The North Carolina Symphony announced today that celebrated pianist Andrew von Oeyen will join the orchestra for concerts in Raleigh and Chapel Hill, Sept. 30-Oct. 2. He replaces Pascal Rogé, who said in a statement that he 'sincerely regrets that due to unexpected and unforeseen health matters he must cancel his appearances with the North Carolina Symphony this week.'
Dallas Theater Center and Casa Mañana Theatre Present TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, 9/24-10/2September 21, 2011Dallas Theater Center presents To Kill a Mockingbird at the Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre at the AT&T Performing Arts Center Oct. 21 - Nov. 20. Wendy Dann will direct the play, which is the first ever co-production between DTC and Casa Mañana Theatre. This classic story will also be the focus of an area-wide Community Read lead by DTC in partnership with the Dallas Public Library and other organizations.
BURNING Begins Performances Off-Broadway 10/26September 21, 2011Off-Broadway's The New Group proudly presents Burning, written by Thomas Bradshaw and directed by Scott Elliott, kicking off the company's 2011-12 Season. Previews begin October 26 advance of an Official Opening on Monday, November 14 at 7:00 PM. Burning plays a limited engagement through December 17 at The New Group @ Theatre Row (The Acorn Theatre, 410 West 42nd Street).