NY Philharmonic Hosts Historic 15,000th Concert 5/5April 22, 2010The New York Philharmonic, the oldest symphony orchestra in the United States and one of the oldest in the world, will perform its 15,000 concert - a milestone unmatched by any other symphony orchestra in the world - on Wednesday, May 5, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. at Avery Fisher Hall. An estimated 46,835,718 people have heard the Philharmonic live, in person, since its inception in 1842; 1,590 musicians have served as members of the Orchestra over the years.
PETA Features the Late Bea Arthur in Ad Against McDonald'sApril 22, 2010PopEater.com is reporting that PETA has released an ad against McDonald's that features the likeness of late actress and long-time animal rights supporter Bea Arthur. Arthur, star of stage and screen, died just before her 87th birthday from cancer in April of last year.
Long Wharf Features Ivey, ELLA et al. in '10-'11 SeasonApril 22, 2010Long Wharf Theatre, under the leadership of Artistic Director Gordon Edelstein and Managing Director Ray Cullom, announces four plays of its 2010-2011 season - a celebration of one of history's greatest jazz singers, a one-woman tour-de-force comedy, an exciting verbal duel and the newest from Athol Fugard.
McLane, Peters, Rivera et al. Set for 'Broadway Unleashed' Animal Rescue Benefit, 5/17April 22, 2010Broadway Unleashed will present'Stars Of Broadway In Concert,' a benefit to support the Sean Casey Animal Rescue, on May 17 at Backstage at Trattoria Dopo Teatro. Set to perform are special guests Bernadette Peters and Chita Rivera other appearances by Tony Award Winner Beth Leavel, Everett Bradley, Robert Creighton, Malcolm Getz, Darius De Haas, Daled Hensley , Gina Ferrall, Dee Hoty, Norm Lewis, Rosemary Loar, Olga Merediz, Howard McGillin, and Judy McLane.
Tony Winner Faith Prince Brings 'Leap of Faith' to Caramoor Center, 5/8April 22, 2010Tony winner Faith Prince will be performing her acclaimed 'A Leap of Faith' cabaret act at the Caramoor Center For Music and the Arts on May 5th. The 8:30 PM performance in the Music Room of the Rosen House will benefit the center and will be followed by a champagne and dessert reception with Prince.
Strauss-Led AT HOME AT THE ZOO Launches Victory Gardens '10-'11 SeasonApril 22, 2010Victory Gardens Theater Artistic Director Dennis Zacek announced today exciting plans for the company's 38th season, promising 'new and compelling stories that transform, entertain and reflect the human condition.' The season will kick off with Edward Albee's At Home At The Zoo, starring Peter Strauss.
GLEE-Cap: The Power of MadonnaApril 21, 2010On this week's episode of GLEE, Mr. Schue, observing the bullying that the girl members of the club are receiving from the guys, gives his students an assignment: pick a Madonna song and, in the words of the songstress herself, 'Express Yourself.' The premise, a rehash of last week's assignment to find a 'Hello'-themed song, is already becoming tired and redundant; not only is the series getting less original, but its preachy aspects are amplified to incredible levels in this episode.
Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre Presents ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE 5/6-6/6April 20, 2010The life, friendships and music of legendary country singer Patsy Cline are celebrated as Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents a new show to its stage this season. Always... Patsy Cline opens for the first time at Beef & Boards on May 6, with performances continuing live through June 6.
Prospect Theater Company Presents HONOR Reading 4/25April 20, 2010Prospect Theater Company (Cara Reichel, Producing Artistic Director / Melissa Huber, Managing Director) presents a benefit concert reading of their 2008 hit musical Honor on Sunday, April 25, 2010 at 6pm at the Baruch Performing Arts Center (Engelman Recital Hall, 55 Lexington Avenue on 25th Street).
Feinstein's Presents 'From Pelham To Park Avenue' 4/20-24April 20, 2010FEINSTEIN'S AT LOEWS REGENCY, the nightclub proclaimed 'Best of New York' by New York Magazine, and 'an invaluable New York institution' by The New York Post, continues its Spring 2010 season with the return of the young identical twin brothers WILL & ANTHONY NUNZIATA after two sold-out performances last fall. Their new show, 'From Pelham to Park Avenue,' will run from April 20 to April 24.
THE PIGEON BOYS Reading 4/23 In TADA! TheaterApril 20, 2010TADA! Theater will host a reading of Anne Berlin and Andrew Bleckner's new one act musical, The Pigeon Boys, on April 23 at 7:00PM. The reading is part of the ONE MAN TALKING festival presented by Emerging Artists Theater (E.A.T.), Illuminating Artists New Work Series.
Highline Ballroom Announces Upcoming Events Through 5/9April 20, 2010The Highline Ballroom is located at 431 West 16th Street between 9th Avenue and 10th Avenue. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketweb, online at ticketweb.com or at the Highline Box Office from noon until doors close at 866-468-7619. The Highline Ballroom is a full-scale restaurant. The menu is American Continental with a Southern flair. The Highline also has a full bar with all premier liquors and domestic and international cold beer, and serves a full menu at all concerts. A $10 food and/or beverage minimum is standard for table seating during shows. Unless otherwise noted, all shows are suitable for all ages and offer general admission seating. Seating for all shows is first come, first seated; we do not take advance table reservations, except where noted as a condition of a VIP ticket. Incomplete parties cannot be seated. Standing room for all shows is available at the bar. For further show information, directions to the venue and for the latest updates visit www.highlineballroom.com or call 212-414-4314.
New York Historical Society Announces Their May ProgramsApril 20, 2010The New York Historical Society has announced its programming for the month of May. Exhibitions include The Grateful Dead, Yankee Stadium Forever, Madison and the Constitution Part II, Grenwich Village: The First Bohemia, Tales of the Grateful Dead and New York, May Bird Walks, and Icons of American War Remembrance.
Brooklyn Borough Hall Hosts Prom Dress Giveaway For Deserving Teens 4/17April 15, 2010On Saturday, April 17, Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz will join Megan Kerrigan of Marine Park at Brooklyn Borough Hall as hundreds of free couture prom dresses are distributed to deserving high school girls. Kerrigan has been handing out donated dresses since 2001, and this is the first time the event has been held in her home borough of Brooklyn. Kerrigan expects more than 1,700 girls from 35 Brooklyn schools and beyond to attend.
Hart House Theatre Presents RICHARD III, EQUUS & More In 2010/11 SeasonApril 15, 2010Hart House Theatre, the University of Toronto's Performing Arts Leader Since 1919, is proud to announce its 2010/2011 Season. This Season's line-up is a diverse mix of classical and contemporary work as Hart House Theatre presents two Toronto Premieres, revisits a modern classic and continues the tradition of producing affordable, accessible, high quality Shakespeare in Downtown Toronto.