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Every year countless sightings and encounters with unexplained phenomena are reported from thousands of regions around the globe. Many of these are documented and investigated. Most of them can be accounted for by weather patterns, flight schedules or extraordinary imagination.

But a select few are considered unsolved



Latest Articles About Close Encounters on Science

Memorabilia From Mary Poppins and More to Be Auctioned Photo Memorabilia From Mary Poppins and More to Be Auctioned
by Stephi Wild - August 18, 2018

When the famous musical film “Mary Poppins” premiered in 1964, no one could have predicted the important role it would play in film history. Starring Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke, the film combined live action animation with songs written and composed by the Sherman Brothers. Mary Poppins, played...


Boston Landmarks Orchestra Announces Free Summer Concert Series Photo Boston Landmarks Orchestra Announces Free Summer Concert Series
by Julie Musbach - May 09, 2019

Boston Landmarks Orchestra (LO) under the direction of Music Director Christopher Wilkins, and Executive Director Jo Frances Meyer, announces its 2019 season of free concerts at the DCR's Hatch Memorial Shell on the Esplanade. The free, public concerts will be held every Wednesday evening at 7pm fro...


Jorge Martín & Friends Premiere Operatic Works by Middlebury Composer Photo Jorge Martín & Friends Premiere Operatic Works by Middlebury Composer
by A.A. Cristi - February 04, 2019

The Opera Company of Middlebury and Town Hall Theater proudly presents a very special concert featuring celebrated Cuban-American composer and Middlebury resident Jorge Martin. Mr. Martin will perform his works with tenor Brian Downen and mezzo-soprano Cherry Duke. ...


MARTIANS: AN EVENING WITH RAY BRADBURY To Premiere At Whitefire Photo MARTIANS: AN EVENING WITH RAY BRADBURY To Premiere At Whitefire
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2018

Created and written by Charlie Mount and Jeff G. Rack. Directed by Jeff G. Rack. Based on the short stories The Strawberry Window, The Blue Bottle, The Messiah and Night Call, Collect by Ray Bradbury. Performed and adapted by permission of Don Congdon Associates, Inc. Presented by Arcane Theatrework...


THE ART OF THE SCORE Returns Next Month With “Close Encounters Of The Third Kind” And Photo THE ART OF THE SCORE Returns Next Month With “Close Encounters Of The Third Kind” And “Psycho”
by A.A. Cristi - August 01, 2019

The New York Philharmonic will present the seventh season of The Art of the Score, September 11a?"14, 2019, featuring two New York Premiere screenings, both conducted by Richard Kaufman: Steven Spielberg's Close Encounters of the Third Kind in Concert, with John Williams's score performed live to th...


The Tempest Takes Off into Outer Space at the Belgrade Theatre Photo The Tempest Takes Off into Outer Space at the Belgrade Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2018

Prepare to boldly go where no Shakespeare has ever been before as Oddsocks Productions go blasting into space this summer. Following the success of last year's "bonkers and brilliant" Mods and Rockers-themed Romeo and Juliet, the renowned Shakespeare innovators bring their hilariously irreverent sty...


Old Meets New As Tafelmusik Unveils 2019/20 Season Photo Old Meets New As Tafelmusik Unveils 2019/20 Season
by Stephi Wild - February 12, 2019

Today Music Director Elisa Citterio unveiled Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra's 2019/20 season, which highlights the freshness and vigour at the heart of everything Tafelmusik undertakes. Old meets new in unprecedented ways, including Tafelmusik's first-ever foray into the music of the late Romantic com...


CPT Presents Annual Contemporary Dance Series DANCEWORKS 2018 Photo CPT Presents Annual Contemporary Dance Series DANCEWORKS 2018
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2018

Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT)'s Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan is proud to present DanceWorks 2018, an annual showcase of contemporary dance. DanceWorks 2018 features six companies from the Northeast Ohio region including local favorites Verb Ballets, MorrisonDance, Inlet Dance Theatre,...


Blockbuster Holiday Film 'Home Alone' Comes To GR Symphony Stage Photo Blockbuster Holiday Film 'Home Alone' Comes To GR Symphony Stage
by A.A. Cristi - November 21, 2018

Full of clever antics and comical wit, Home Alone is sure to get everyone into the holiday spirit....


BWW Review: SPACE SPECTACULAR, Royal Albert Hall Photo BWW Review: SPACE SPECTACULAR, Royal Albert Hall
by Aliya Al-Hassan - June 23, 2019

Space Spectacular is a musical celebration of music associated with space and beyond. Featuring well-known classical pieces, along with iconic film soundtracks set to an impressive laser show, it is clear why the show has been revived for a fifth season at London's Royal Albert Hall....


NYU Skirball Presents American Premiere of HOT BROWN HONEY Photo NYU Skirball Presents American Premiere of HOT BROWN HONEY
by Stephi Wild - March 19, 2019

NYU Skirball will present the American premiere of Hot Brown Honey, a riotous celebration of Hip-Hop politics, dance, comedy, circus, striptease and song, featuring a bevy of powerful First Nation women from Aboriginal Australian, Samoan, Tongan, Indonesian, Maori and South African backgrounds. Wi...


Scottsdale Center For The Performing Arts Previews 2018-2019 Season Photo Scottsdale Center For The Performing Arts Previews 2018-2019 Season
by Julie Musbach - May 15, 2018

Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts announces a preview of its new 2018-19 season, featuring legends of world music, acclaimed dance companies, renowned classical and jazz musicians, returning favorites and more. Most performances will take place in the Center's 853-seat Virginia G. Piper Thea...


Jorge Martín & Friends Premiere Operatic Works by Middlebury Composer Photo Jorge Martín & Friends Premiere Operatic Works by Middlebury Composer
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2019

The Opera Company of Middlebury and Town Hall Theater proudly presents a very special concert featuring celebrated Cuban-American composer and Middlebury resident Jorge Martin. Mr. Martin will perform his works with tenor Brian Downen and mezzo-soprano Cherry Duke. ...


The Coming Back Out Ball is Coming Back Out By Popular Demand Photo The Coming Back Out Ball is Coming Back Out By Popular Demand
by Stephi Wild - September 24, 2018

The second Coming Back Out Ball returns this October - it's a spectacular social event at the Melbourne Town Hall celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) elders aged 65+....


BRAT KIDS CARNIVAL Live Show Arrives At Christmas In Leicester Square Photo BRAT KIDS CARNIVAL Live Show Arrives At Christmas In Leicester Square
by Stephi Wild - September 13, 2018

For the first time, London welcomes the acclaimed high-octane children's show BRAT KIDS CARNIVAL, headlining the children's live shows in the magical Spiegeltent, at Christmas in Leicester Square from Saturday 10 November - Sunday 30 December 2018 (Press Days: Saturday 17 November at 11am and 1pm & ...


Arts Centre Melbourne and Briefs Factory Present BRIEFS: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS Photo Arts Centre Melbourne and Briefs Factory Present BRIEFS: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS
by Stephi Wild - July 14, 2019

After its hugely successful run earlier this year, Briefs Factory are back by popular demand with a return season of their dazzling show, Briefs: Close Encounters once again taking over Arts Centre Melbourne's Playhouse Theatre from 23 - 27 October....


CPT Presents Annual Contemporary Dance Series DANCEWORKS 2018 Photo CPT Presents Annual Contemporary Dance Series DANCEWORKS 2018
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2018

Cleveland Public Theatre (CPT)'s Executive Artistic Director Raymond Bobgan is proud to present DanceWorks 2018, an annual showcase of contemporary dance. DanceWorks 2018 features six companies from the Northeast Ohio region including local favorites Verb Ballets, MorrisonDance, Inlet Dance Theatre,...


BPA Theatre Season Opens With RETURN TO THE FORBIDDEN PLANET, Today Photo BPA Theatre Season Opens With RETURN TO THE FORBIDDEN PLANET, Today
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2018

Blast off on a routine flight and crash into the planet D'Illyria where a sci fi version of 'The Tempest' set to rock 'n' roll golden oldies unfolds with glee. The planet is inhabited by a sinister scientist, Dr. Prospero; his delightful daughter Miranda; Ariel, a faithful robot; and an uncontrollab...


CHRISTMAS IN LEICESTER SQUARE 2018-19 Opens Tonight Photo CHRISTMAS IN LEICESTER SQUARE 2018-19 Opens Tonight
by A.A. Cristi - November 09, 2018

Underbelly are pleased to announce their third season of festive events in the very heart of London: Christmas in Leicester Square 2018-19....


JIMMYS BLOG: Meet a Nominee from the Tommy Tune Awards, Adam Kral! Photo JIMMYS BLOG: Meet a Nominee from the Tommy Tune Awards, Adam Kral!
by Guest Blogger: Adam Kral - June 21, 2019

BroadwayWorld is bringing you the inside scoop on this year's Jimmy Awards with student blogger Adam Kral- a nominee from Houston's Tommy Tune Awards. Earlier this year, he won the title of Best Leading Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of Bert in Houston Christian High School's Mary Poppins. Rea...


Reelz Announces Summer 2018 Premiere Schedule Changes Photo Reelz Announces Summer 2018 Premiere Schedule Changes
by Tori Hartshorn - June 04, 2018

Reelz Announces Summer 2018 Premiere Schedule Changes...


BWW Review: STAR TREK IN CONCERT, Royal Albert Hall Photo BWW Review: STAR TREK IN CONCERT, Royal Albert Hall
by Debbie Gilpin - June 04, 2018

The Royal Albert Hall is about a month into its inaugural Festival of Science - a range of talks, screenings, concerts and comedy events that are taking enthusiasts of all ages on an exploration of space, both factual and fictional. This weekend was no exception, with special screenings of two of th...


Cicely Tyson to Receive Governors Award from the Academy Photo Cicely Tyson to Receive Governors Award from the Academy
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 06, 2018

The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences voted Tuesday night (September 4) to present Honorary Awards to publicist Marvin Levy, composer Lalo Schifrin and actress Cicely Tyson, and the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award to producers Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Marshall...


EDINBURGH 2018: Pick Of The Programme - Cabaret Photo EDINBURGH 2018: Pick Of The Programme - Cabaret
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 08, 2018

BWW reviewer Natalie O'Donoghue selects her top picks from the Edinburgh Festival Fringe programme cabaret section....


BWW Interview: Kim Reed Is Inspiration and Co-librettist of AS ONE at City Opera Photo BWW Interview: Kim Reed Is Inspiration and Co-librettist of AS ONE at City Opera
by Richard Sasanow - May 28, 2019

“It's been quite a ride,” says Kim Reed, co-librettist, filmmaker—and inspiration--for AS ONE, the chamber opera by Laura Kaminsky, with co-librettist Mark Campbell. The work's 27th production, in under five years, opened on May 30 under the auspices of New York City Opera, American Opera Projects (...






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