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Get Immersed In The Spirit World With GHOST(S) at The Usual Place Photo Get Immersed In The Spirit World With GHOST(S) at The Usual Place
by Stephi Wild - September 15, 2021

The Pyewacket Society for Occultural Affairs (est. 1919) is recruiting new members in their ongoing quest to make contact with the dead. Tonight, the veil will lift and you'll experience firsthand what lies beyond. Mingle with Society members in our pre-show lounge and raise a glass to spirits come ...


MPOWER Series Is Now Streaming on Disney+ Photo MPOWER Series Is Now Streaming on Disney+
by Michael Major - March 08, 2023

New series “MPower” is now streaming on Disney+. Episodes spotlight several of the MCU’s most inspirational women heroes. The series features Brie Larsen, Elizabeth Olsen, the women of Wakanda and Zoë Saldaña....


Review: The Stage Adaptation of the Classic Game CLUE Takes the Stage at Center Rep Photo Review: The Stage Adaptation of the Classic Game CLUE Takes the Stage at Center Rep
by Steve Murray - November 02, 2022

What did our critic think of CLUE at Center Rep? With lightning flashes and an ominous score, a mysterious dinner party at Boddy Manor begins with the arrival of an assortment of guests very familiar to anyone who ever played the Parker Brothers board game Clue. Based on the popular game and the 198...


VIDEO: Disney & Pixar Release New LIGHTYEAR Trailer Photo VIDEO: Disney & Pixar Release New LIGHTYEAR Trailer
by Michael Major - February 08, 2022

Joining the previously announced Chris Evans, who lends his voice to Buzz, are Keke Palmer, Dale Soules and Taika Waititi as a group of ambitious recruits. Peter Sohn voices Buzz’s robot companion, Sox, and the cast also includes the voices of Uzo Aduba, James Brolin, Mary McDonald-Lewis, Efren Rami...


Mary Donnarumma Sharnick Will Bring 2ND ACT to the Palace Photo Mary Donnarumma Sharnick Will Bring 2ND ACT to the Palace
by Stephi Wild - November 17, 2021

Mary Donnarumma Sharnick, currently an associate faculty English professor for Post University,  has been a highly accomplished and beloved educator her whole career. But inside was always the writer yearning to tell stories and bring the written word to life in a different way. ...


Dom Colizzi Releases New Single 'Demons' Photo Dom Colizzi Releases New Single 'Demons'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2021

Nashville-based artist/producer Dom Colizzi drops his Demons single Friday, May 14th. Colizzi was the subject of a 2015 short film, 'Somebody's Hero.' 'Where did all these demons come from?' asks Dom Colizzi on his latest single, Demons. But if you know the talented singer, songwriter and producer's...


MYRA'S STORY Wins A Bobby Award Photo MYRA'S STORY Wins A Bobby Award
by Stephi Wild - August 29, 2021

Today (Sunday 29 August) Myra's Story, the 5-star sell-out show at this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe, was presented with the highly-prized Bobby Award at the end of its final performance. ...


Folksinger Michael Johnathon To Release 18th Studio Album 'Cosmic Banjo' Photo Folksinger Michael Johnathon To Release 18th Studio Album 'Cosmic Banjo'
by Michael Major - January 13, 2022

Cosmic Banjo features Bluegrass and roots icons. The opening track “Ballad of Bojangles” is a reimagined backstory of “Mister Bojangles,” made famous by the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. Founding member John McEuen plays mandolin on the song, and also appears on the Beatle-Esque interpretation of “Darlin’...


The Trews Announce U.S. Tour Dates Photo The Trews Announce U.S. Tour Dates
by Michael Major - November 08, 2022

Among the most prolific, electrifying, and innovative bands on the planet, The Trews — singer/guitarist Colin MacDonald, guitarist John-Angus MacDonald, bassist Jack Syperek, drummer Chris Gormley, and keyboardist Jeff Heisholt — have shared stages with everyone from the Rolling Stones to Weezer, Br...


Listen: Creators of DODI & DIANA Talk Collaboration & More on THEATRE GEEKS ANONYMOUS Photo Listen: Creators of DODI & DIANA Talk Collaboration & More on THEATRE GEEKS ANONYMOUS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 18, 2022

2022: Theatre Geeks Anonymous, in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, is presenting Kareem Fahmy and Adrienne Campbell-Holt with hosts Ebony Vines and Pamela Shandrow to talk about their new play Dodi & Diana, which is currently playing at Here Arts until October 29....


Echo Theatre Presents IT'S MY PARTY at The Bath House Cultural Center Photo Echo Theatre Presents IT'S MY PARTY at The Bath House Cultural Center
by Stephi Wild - September 03, 2021

In honor of the 19th Amendment's Centennial Anniversary last year, Echo Theatre produced four virtual readings of the incredible true story of how women fought for the right to vote. ...


Wall Break Productions and Blue Owl Films Presents THE GOLDEN RECORD Photo Wall Break Productions and Blue Owl Films Presents THE GOLDEN RECORD
by A.A. Cristi - June 29, 2021

'The Golden Record,' a new play by Micah Kosstrin-Greenberg, pioneers the use of virtual theater for science fiction. It brings a futuristic cosmic fantasy to life on Zoom using beautiful visual effects, digital makeup, audience participation and techniques of immersive theater. ...


James Release New Track 'Beautiful Beaches' Photo James Release New Track 'Beautiful Beaches'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - April 19, 2021

“We love how this song is so uplifting, focusing on new beginnings,” Tim says. “I like the idea that many might not know the backstory and hear it as a post Covid holiday song! Praying that the lyrics don’t turn out prophetic.' ...


Matt Sassano Teams Up With TheHopeLine To Launch 'My Dear God Letters' Initiative Photo Matt Sassano Teams Up With TheHopeLine To Launch 'My Dear God Letters' Initiative
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 14, 2022

Chart-topping Christian rock radio vocalist Matt Sassano is partnering with nonprofit organization TheHopeLine to launch the 'My Dear God Letters' initiative. The initiative aligns with the message of his In Defiance EP, which was released in August via Rockfest Records. ...


BEST OF BACKSTORY Announced At Sierra Madre Playhouse On June 12 Photo BEST OF BACKSTORY Announced At Sierra Madre Playhouse On June 12
by A.A. Cristi - May 23, 2023

A new event for the storytelling series, Stories @ The Playhouse, is here! Sierra Madre Playhouse presents Best of BackStory, an evening of true stories, poetry, and flights of fancy featuring host Carl Weintraub and stories written and told by Augustus Britton, Rashim Cannad, Marlene Nichols, Lauri...


Watch: David Arn Releases 'Blood And Bone' Music Video Photo Watch: David Arn Releases 'Blood And Bone' Music Video
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 26, 2022

David Arn, the international chart-topping folk/americana singer-songwriter has released a second video production from his latest album, 'Blood and Bone.'...


THE DISCIPLE to Receive World Premiere at the Wild Project Photo THE DISCIPLE to Receive World Premiere at the Wild Project
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 28, 2021

Thirdwing, a theater company with roots planted in both the live and streaming theater realms, is launching its inaugural live performance with the world premiere of THE DISCIPLE, written and directed by Rachel Carey. ...


BWW Review: THE NOTEWORTHY LIFE OF HOWARD BARNES at BDT Stage Photo BWW Review: THE NOTEWORTHY LIFE OF HOWARD BARNES at BDT Stage
by Jon Bee - March 17, 2022

Seeing new musicals is something I relish. With no frame of reference, it allows me to take in every aspect of the show more profoundly. The Noteworthy Life of Howard Barnes at BDT Stage is the latest contemporary musical to be picked over by yours truly....


The Schenectady Symphony Orchestra to Kick Off 2022-2023 Season with Skidmore College Photo The Schenectady Symphony Orchestra to Kick Off 2022-2023 Season with Skidmore College Collaboration This Sunday
by A.A. Cristi - October 19, 2022

The Schenectady Symphony Orchestra is kicking off the 2022-2023 season by returning to Universal Preservation Hall for another collaboration with Skidmore College 3 p.m. Sunday, October 23....


VIDEO: Kaaris & Kalash Criminel Release Live Performance of 'Tchalla' Photo VIDEO: Kaaris & Kalash Criminel Release Live Performance of 'Tchalla'
by Michael Major - February 10, 2022

Vevo, the world's leading music video network, announces the release of Kaaris & Kalash Criminel’s Official Live Performance of “Tchalla” off their joint album, S.V.R. Vevo’s Official Live Performances are the result of close creative collaboration with artists and their teams, resulting in a series...


Enjoy Drag Cabaret For Valentine's Day At The Slipper Room Photo Enjoy Drag Cabaret For Valentine's Day At The Slipper Room
by A.A. Cristi - January 31, 2023

Join Drag Queens Pink Pancake and Plasma for a Valentine's Day Drag Cabaret full of buffoonery, backstory, and butt stuff! ...


Sharon Lawrence Stars in Five Performances of THE SHOT at the Great Barrington Public Photo Sharon Lawrence Stars in Five Performances of THE SHOT at the Great Barrington Public Theatre
by Stephi Wild - June 02, 2022

Great Barrington Public Theater Stages Special Event: Sharon Lawrence stars in five performances of The Shot, Robin Gerber's new play exploring the little-known domestic violence suffered by Katharine Graham before she became famed publisher of The Washington Post....


Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at Orpheum Theatre Photo Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at Orpheum Theatre
by Joe Sarafolean - June 29, 2022

What did our critic think of AIN'T TOO PROUD: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at Orpheum Theatre?...


VIDEO: Disney Plus Debuts New LOKI Featurette Photo VIDEO: Disney Plus Debuts New LOKI Featurette
by Sarah Leiber - May 20, 2021

Marvel Studios’ “Loki” features the God of Mischief as he steps out of his brother’s shadow in a new series that takes place after the events of “Avengers: Endgame.”...


Art Center Sarasota's New Exhibitions Works From Illustrator Mary GrandPré And More Photo Art Center Sarasota's New Exhibitions Works From Illustrator Mary GrandPré And More
by A.A. Cristi - September 22, 2022

Art Center Sarasota's 2022-2023 exhibition season opens with four exhibits, October 15-November 23. ...






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