FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Stops at Atwood Concert Hall, 10/21-27July 31, 2011Fiddler on the Roof, the Tony Award winning musical that has captured the hearts of people all over the world with its universal appeal embarks on its North American Tour. Based on the stories of Sholom Aleichem, Fiddler on the Roof has been lauded by critics again and again, and won the hearts of people all around the world. Filled with a rousing, heartwarming score, which includes 'Tradition,' 'Matchmaker, Matchmaker,' 'If I Were A Rich Man' and 'Sunrise, Sunset,' Fiddler on the Roof is a timeless classic. No other musical has so magically woven music, dance, poignancy and laughter into such an electrifying and unforgettable experience. Relive a glorious tradition of the musical theatre with Fiddler on the Roof.
Good vs. Evil: An Evening with Anthony Bourdain and Eric Ripert at Blumenthal 10/26July 31, 2011Two chefs. Two unlikely friends. Two very different careers and philosophies sharing one stage. Good vs. Evil: An Evening with Anthony Bourdain and Eric Ripert is at Belk Theater on Wednesday, Oct. 26. Join Anthony Bourdain, chef, author of Medium Raw and host of The Travel's Channel's No Reservations and Eric Ripert, renowned chef of Le Bernardin, author and regular guest on Bravo's Top Chef as they share stories and muse on the place of food in our personal, community and global life. It's an evening of storytelling and observation providing frank and provocative insight into what really goes on behind the kitchen doors.
SALMONSTOCK 2011 Set for 8/5-8/7 at Kenai Peninsula FairgroundsJuly 31, 2011Salmonstock 2011 is a weekend of music, fun, fish and art! Salmonstock 2011 will feature over 50 musical acts on 2 stages including Grateful Dead's Bill Kreutzmann and the 7 Walkers, reggae legend Clinton Fearon, Colorado's upbeat rockin/bluegrass favorites Great American Taxi, Seattle's Flowmotion along with many of Alaska's favorite bands.
A RAISIN IN THE SUN to Play Perseverance Theater, 3/9-4/1July 31, 2011A RAISIN IN THE SUN by Lorraine Hansberry will play at the Perseverance Theater from March 9 - April 1, 2012 and at the Sydney Laurence Theatre at the Anchorage Center for the Performing Arts from April 13-22, 2011.
SEEING AND BELIEVING Exhibit Concludes Today at St. Mary the VirginJuly 31, 2011Jack Thomas, currently a producer of the hit Off-Broadway play FREUD'S LAST SESSION, is presenting an exhibition of artist Charlotte Lichtblau's paintings, which opened on June 28th at St. Mary the Virgin in the heart of Times Square at 145 West 46th Street. The show, entitled SEEING AND BELIEVING, concludes today, July 31st with admission from 2 to 6 PM. This exhibition is curated by Bruce Payne, Executive Director, The Shelley & Donald Rubin Foundation.
Polarity Ensemble Theatre Presents World Premiere of KABULITIS, 9/20-10/30July 31, 2011Polarity Ensemble Theatre, in association with Rasaka Theatre Company, presents the world premiere of the late playwright Keith Anwar's drama, Kabulitis, September 20 - October 30, 2011. Winner of the Polarity Ensemble's 2010 Dionysos Cup Festival of New Plays, Kabulitis gives an intimate look into the life of an American woman married to an Afghan and living in Kabul, Afghanistan. The story was inspired by the lives and stories of the playwright's parents and family, giving an insider's perspective into life within the country in which the U.S. has had a military presence for the past decade.
Taylor Swift Tour Inspired by BroadwayJuly 31, 2011Reviewers all over are raving about Taylor Swift's new ‘Speak Now World Tour,' comparing its many theatrical elements to those of Broadway shows. And in fact, Broadway has been an inspiration of Swift's that helped create the elaborate set, which includes fireworks, flying balconies and aerialists.
'I Love Lucy' Reunion, Exhibit at Hollywood Museum, and DVD ReleaseJuly 31, 2011In celebration of Lucille Ball's 100th birthday and the 60th anniversary of I Love Lucy, The Hollywood Museum, CBS Home Entertainment and Paramount Home Entertainment pay tribute to Lucy - America's Queen of Comedy, with a reception and the largest 'I Love Lucy' reunion in a decade on Thursday, August 4, 2011 6:00 -9:00 p.m.