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The Jewish Festival of Sukkot begins on the fifth day after Yom Kippur and is a transition, from one of the most solemn Jewish holidays in the year to one of the most joyous. The holiday commemorates the forty-year period during which the children of Israel were wandering in the desert while living in temporary shelters after fleeing the Egyptians.

According to a report by Oh No They Didn't, GLEE's Matthew Morrison collaborated with former 'NSync member JC Chasez on one of the songs on his upcoming solo album. Morrison says, 'I wrote about half the album so far, but I've definitely co-wrote. I've definitely teamed up with some great producers, some great songwriters,' he teased MTV News at the 'Glee' season two premiere party on Tuesday night in Los Angeles. 'And yeah, I just did this great song last week with JC Chasez that was very, very cool. It turned out really well. He's such a good songwriter.'

The Buddy Holly Story, a dramatic jukebox musical at the Spencer Theater, Sunday, September 26 at 2 p.m., tells the story of the young Lubbock man in horn-rimmed glasses who became the world's top recording artist with a show that features over 20 of Buddy Holly's greatest hits including Peggy Sue, That'll Be The Day, Oh Boy, Maybe Baby, Ritchie Valens' La Bamba, and the Big Bopper's Chantilly Lace.

Now in its 46th year, the Evanston-based Savoyaires theater company continues to bring Gilbert & Sullivan to Chicago's North Shore. This year the company has assembled a stellar artistic staff to present Gilbert & Sullivan's last smash hit, The Gondoliers, or The King of Barataria.

Arnold's Diner is in trouble, and it'll take the whole 'Happy Days' gang to save it, when Cabrillo Music Theatre's all-new production of HAPPY DAYS: A NEW MUSICAL takes to the Kavli Theatre stage. HAPPY DAYS: A NEW MUSICAL opens on Friday, October 22nd, and plays until Sunday, October 31st, at the 1,800-seat Kavli Theatre at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, located at 2100 Thousand Oaks Boulevard in Thousand Oaks.

AMERICA'S HEARTLAND reporter Jason Shoultz interviewed Mrs. Obama as they toured the White House kitchen garden. She shared with him the First Family's commitment to healthy eating, and the importance of fresh grown U.S. produce-a topic that is regularly explored in the AMERICA'S HEARTLAND.

Kumu Kahua Theatre presents BloodLust- the 2nd annual Halloween Fundraiser for Kumu Kahua Theatre! This year's event includes psychic readings, a bloodthirsty performance from improv group 'On The Spot', a Costume Contest, an undead vampire Murder Mystery, a special performance by Grant Uchida, the final performance of Thrill the World 2010, and more! The blood begins to pour at 10:30pm on October 30th. Tickets to the event are $20. Included in the ticket price is a drink from the bar. For more information, email KKTHalloween@gmail.com. For tickets call the Kumu Kahua Box Office at 536-4441.

Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) announces that the 2010 recipient of the 'TRU Spirit of Theater' Award will be producer Patricia Flicker Addiss. Given to a member of the theater community who has demonstrated exceptional generosity of spirit, and a willingness to support emerging artists and producers, the award will be presented at the annual TRU Love Benefit on Sunday November 14 at Caroline's on Broadway, 1626 Broadway between 49th and 50th Streets, NYC. There will be a cocktail hour at noon with passed hors d'oeuvres, a three-course luncheon at 1pm followed by entertainment and the awards ceremony.

Two River Theater Co. is proud to present Intimate Apparel, a powerful and moving play by Pulitzer Prize-winner Lynn Nottage, directed by Seret Scott.

What happens when you get a whole bunch of children and parents in the room with some actors and drama teachers? A whole lot of fun along with learning and bonding. Taproot Theatre Company hosts two free events at the Greenwood Library this October as part of Arts Crush, the month-long festival highlighting various forms of art across the region. Mark your calendars for October 19 for an engaging and dynamic drama class for toddlers and their parents or caregivers, and October 23 for a free performance of Treasure Ally by Taproot Theatre's Road Company.

Long considered a 'songwriter's songwriter,' John Prine is a rare talent who writes the songs other songwriters would sell their souls for. With one of the most influential and unmistakable songwriting voices of today, Prine continues to cast his perceptive eye upon the subtle complexities of the human condition, delivering his observations in his uniquely concise, illuminating compositions. Some four decades since his remarkable debut, John Prine is ready to release In Person & On Stage, a new live album proving he's still at the top of his game, both as a performer and songwriter. Recently honored at the Library of Congress by US Poet Laureate Ted Kooser, he's been elevated from the annals of songwriters into the realm of bonafide American treasures.

On its 35th Anniversary, Ralph Lee's Mettawee River Theatre Company Reprises its 1997 production 'THE WOMAN WHO FELL FROM THE SKY'

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will begin a celebration of 50 years of Alvin Ailey's Revelations, an American classic called a must-see for all people, with special performances, singular events and guest appearances at New York City Center from December 1, 2010 - January 2, 2010. Other related initiatives throughout the year will offer new perspectives on this masterpiece that has been seen by more people around the world than any other modern dance work, and that is a tribute to the resolve and determination of a people and the human spirit.

Kelsey Grammer, Tony Award nominee for LA CAGE AUX FOLLES and this year's host of the annual 'Broadway on Broadway' concert on Sunday, September 12, will guest on 'The Wendy Williams Show,' Thursday, September 9. In the New York area, 'The Wendy Williams Show' airs on WNYW-TV Channel 5 at 10:00 AM and WWOR-TV Channel 9 at 10:00 PM. Check local listings.

Pop singer and songwriter Auburn will officially premiere the video for her debut single 'La La La' on MySpace (www.myspace.com/music) today, September 8th, which is currently featured on the homepage. Directed by innovative young talent Ethan Lader, the eye-catching clip was filmed in downtown Los Angeles and features Auburn's Beluga Heights labelmate Iyaz.

Snapdragon and Benn Cody in association with Neil McPherson for the Finborough Theatre presents Rodgers and Hammerstein's ME AND JULIET. Presented by arrangement with JOSEF WEINBERGER LIMITED on behalf of R & H THEATRICALS OF NEW YORK. Directed by Thom Southerland. Musical Direction by Joseph Atkins. Choreography by Sally Brooks. Designed by Alex Marker. Lighting by Howard Hudson.Presented by Snapdragon and Benn Cody in association with Neil McPherson at the Finborough Theatre.

Kimberly King joins the 20+ Broadway and California theatrical stars who will take to the Starlight stage for 'Divas Do Broadway' on September 11 as part of a benefit concert for Starlight Musical Theatre. Kimberly, a well known San Diego television personality, will join them as the 'divas' host for the evening.

Minnesota's dance community will gather Tuesday, September 14, 2010, for an evening of award-winning performances and celebration to honor outstanding achievements in dance for 2009/10. The 6th annual SAGE Awards for Dance will recognize artists whose work represents a variety of forms and styles, transcends expectations and reflects our times. Mary Ellen Childs, a past SAGE recipient, will host this year's gala event at the Southern Theater.

Broadway and Off-Broadway producer Ken Davenport (author of the popular blog, The Producer's Perspective) will present Bingo! as the third selection in THE DAVENPORT DEVELOPMENTAL READING SERIES, four readings of new works (plays and/or musicals), on Monday, September 13th at Urban Stages Theater (259 West 30th Street, NYC): Ian Kennedy's Bingo! Directed by Daniel Goldstein.

The award-winning Toy Box Theatre Company kicks off its 9th season with the premiere of their original adaptation of Woyzeck, George Büchner's unfinished working-class tragedy. Colonna Sonora, 2010 New York Innovative Theatre Awards nominee for best original music, will provide a live acoustic score, and members of the critically acclaimed production team of Toy Box's 2009 'Tis Pity She's a Whore return to bring this multidisciplinary work to life. Performances will be at Choicirciati Cultural Center, 64 E. 4th Street, New York, NY beginning October 22, 2010.