Angela Brown and Michael Boriskin Premiere New Work At Copland HouseJanuary 27, 2011A celebration of Women's History Month, featuring the premiere of the chamber version of composer Richard Danielpour's A Woman's Life, based on texts by Maya Angelou about a lifetime's journey, and a rare performance of pioneering African-American composer William Grant Still's From the Hearts of Women, with texts by his wife, Verna Arvey
Christopher O'Riley Performs Live In Concert 2/10January 27, 2011From his groundbreaking transcriptions of Radiohead to his unforgettable interpretations of classic and new repertoire, pianist Christopher O'Riley redefines the possibilities of classical music. Notably, he has served as host of NPR's 'From the Top' for the past 10 years. Join us for an intimate evening of his contemporary rock interpretations, including Radiohead, Nirvana, Elliott Smith and more.
Matthews Playhouse of Performing Arts Holds Auditions for Zombie PromJanuary 27, 2011Matthews Playhouse of Performing Arts invites male high school students to audition for its upcoming production of Zombie Prom. The production will be cast from the Senior Musical Theatre Company at the Playhouse (with members from high schools in and around the Charlotte area), but additional guys will be needed to complete the cast.
Tennessee Williams One-Acts To Be Hosted by Zoe CaldwellJanuary 27, 2011Expect a sparkling debut to our 2011 Festival with 'Bright, Beautiful Things: A World Premiere of Tennessee Williams One-Acts' a special event hosted by the incomparable four-time Tony award winner, Zoe Caldwell on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at Southern Repertory Theatre.
Antoinette Montague Plays the Kitano 2/11, 2/13January 27, 2011Antoinette Montague swings back into two of her favorite rooms as she returns to Jazz at the Kitano, located in Manhattan's premier luxury Japanese hotel for a Valentine's Weekend love & romance infused set. Then she soars upstate to a triumphant return to the Central New York Jazz Arts series in the Grand Ballroom of the Sheraton Syracuse University.
500 Year Old Folk Songs Brought To Life In Sara Banleigh's New AlbumJanuary 27, 2011Piano-based folk singer Sara Banleigh will be releasing her debut album The Folk EP (Self-Release; March 01, 2011), marking a unique and exciting addition to the world's folk catalogue. Sara's riveting piano-based arrangements of traditional folk tunes from Ireland and the British Isles offer a rare and fascinating take on this beloved, age-old music, which has until now primarily been recorded on guitar and other stringed instruments.
New CD from Sean Smith Due For Release March 1stJanuary 27, 2011For bassist/composer Sean Smith, his forthcoming CD 'Trust' opens an exciting new chapter in his musical life. It's his third album as a leader but his first since 2001 and the debut release for his own imprint, Smithereen Records. It features his well-traveled quartet of guitarist John Hart, saxophonist John Ellis, and drummer Russell Meissner, exploring his original compositions. And it marks a rededication to his music following his recovery from a career-threatening incident in 2007.
First World Women's Conference Presented in BangkokJanuary 27, 2011'There can be a better world' was the rallying cry of almost 400 participants from 87 countries who participated in Education International's (EI) first World Women's Conference, On the Move for Equality, in Bangkok, from 20-23 January.
Theaterlunch Presents DOCTOR FAUSTJanuary 27, 2011Op zondag 13 februari 2011 is er een wel heel bijzondere voorstelling te zien om 12.30 uur: Het Amsterdams Marionetten Theater combineert dan een voorstelling met een lunch.
Nashville Symphony Presents 2011/2012 SymphonyJanuary 27, 2011The GRAMMY® Award-winning Nashville Symphony continues to celebrate its triumphant return to Schermerhorn Symphony Center with the announcement of its 2011/12 season. Beginning with a special appearance by Yo-Yo Ma on September 9, 2011, and culminating with a performance of Orff's enduringly popular Carmina Burana on May 31-June 2, 2012, the season will feature a wide array of world-class guest artists, including banjoist Béla Fleck, electric violinist Tracy Silverman, vocalists Wynonna and Kathy Mattea, trumpeter Chris Botti, guitarist Larry Carlton and The Cleveland Orchestra. One very special highlight for the orchestra will be a performance at Carnegie Hall on Saturday, May 12, 2012. Details will be announced in mid-February.
SkyPilot Theatre Company Presents REWIND 2/4-3/12January 27, 2011REWIND is SkyPilot Theatre Company's first late night short one-act series. The plays are written by our fabulous resident company playwrights, all taking place in the same location: a video store. There are 10 plays total and 5 will be performed each night.
RICHARD SKIPPER AS 'CAROL CHANNING' Extends Off-Broadway, Begins 1/31January 21, 2011RICHARD SKIPPER AS “CAROL CHANNING' IN CONCERT celebrates the career and persona of the unique theatrical legend. Accompanied by a three-piece band, Skipper blends Channing's standards with original material and other familiar songs sung to spot-on Channing-on-Broadway perfection.