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Recent findings in the Middle East have radically changed our understanding of the birth of mankind and the spread of civilization across the globe. Join us on a 12,000-year journey uncovering how this region became a vital link between continents and lead the world's religious, scientific, and cultural enlightenment. On-location excavations and expert testimonies bring to life this epic journey of discovery from the East to the West.

Pakistan's Sachal Ensemble Brings Unique World Music to Folsom Photo Pakistan's Sachal Ensemble Brings Unique World Music to Folsom
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2017

How did an esteemed group of Pakistani musicians living under the influence of the Taliban come to America to play the music of Dave Brubeck, Duke Ellington and The Beatles?...


Cast Announced for SOFT POWER Photo Cast Announced for SOFT POWER
by Julie Musbach - March 06, 2018

The cast has been announced for the upcoming world premiere of "Soft Power" by David Henry Hwang (play and lyrics) and Jeanine Tesori(music and additional lyrics). This play with a musical will be produced by Center Theatre Group at the Ahmanson Theatre from May 3 through June 10, 2018. Directed by ...


CTG Partners with East West Players on World Premiere of David Henry Hwang & Jeanine Photo CTG Partners with East West Players on World Premiere of David Henry Hwang & Jeanine Tesori's SOFT POWER
by A.A. Cristi - July 26, 2017

Center Theatre Group will partner with East West Players on the upcoming world premiere of 'Soft Power' at the Ahmanson Theatre, May 3 through June 10, 2018, announced Artistic Director Michael Ritchie....


David Henry Hwang Would Like to See Hillary Clinton at SOFT POWER Photo David Henry Hwang Would Like to See Hillary Clinton at SOFT POWER
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2018

The world premiere of 'Soft Power' by David Henry Hwang (play and lyrics) and Jeanine Tesori opened May 16 at the Ahmanson Theatre....


Jason Tramm Conducts Giacomo Puccini's Masterwork MADAMA BUTTERFLY in Concert 12/5 at Photo Jason Tramm Conducts Giacomo Puccini's Masterwork MADAMA BUTTERFLY in Concert 12/5 at SOPAC
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017

Noted conductor Jason Tramm will lead the MidAtlantic Opera Orchestra with featured soloists and the Seton Hall Choir in a sumptuous concert production of Puccini's enigmatic masterwork Madama Butterfly at SOPAC December 5th at 7pm....


The Columbus Symphony to Meld Musical Cultures in the EAST MEETS WEST FESTIVAL
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017

Conducted by CSO Music Director Rossen Milanov, this exotic, multi-media program presents a sensuous mix of eastern and middle-eastern colors....


VIDEO: SOFT POWER Opens at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles Photo VIDEO: SOFT POWER Opens at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2018

The world premiere of 'Soft Power' by David Henry Hwang (play and lyrics) and Jeanine Tesori opened last night at the Ahmanson Theatre. Check out footage from the show's opening night below!...


Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In on Jeanine Tesori and David Henry Hwang's SOFT POWER Photo Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In on Jeanine Tesori and David Henry Hwang's SOFT POWER
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2018

The world premiere of 'Soft Power' by David Henry Hwang (play and lyrics) and Jeanine Tesori opened last night at the Ahmanson Theatre. ...


TV: Go Inside Rehearsals for David Henry Hwang & Jeanine Tesori's SOFT POWER! Photo TV: Go Inside Rehearsals for David Henry Hwang & Jeanine Tesori's SOFT POWER!
by TV - On the Road - April 15, 2018

The upcoming world premiere of 'Soft Power' by David Henry Hwang (play and lyrics) and Jeanine Tesori (music and additional lyrics) will be produced by Center Theatre Group at the Ahmanson Theatre from May 3 through June 10, 2018. Directed by Leigh Silverman and choreographed by Sam Pinkleton, the o...


Casting Announced for Rasaka Theatre Company's World Premiere of VANYA (OR, 'THAT'S LIFE!')
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2017

Rasaka Theatre Company announced casting for the World Premiere of VANYA (or, 'That's Life!'), adapted from Chekhov by Lavina Jadhwani, directed by Kaiser Ahmed....


Walton Arts Center Announces 2018-19 Starrlight Jazz Series Photo Walton Arts Center Announces 2018-19 Starrlight Jazz Series
by Julie Musbach - April 30, 2018

Jazz Lovers subscription packages are now available for 2018-19 Starrlight Jazz Series at Walton Arts Center. The new season features George Brooks' ASPADA; the John Patitucci Electric Guitar Quartet; Alfredo Rodriguez and Pedtiro Martinez Duo; Larry Fouldings, Peter Bernstein and Bill Stewart Trio;...


BWW Review: TALE OF THREE CITIES Gathers 'Traditions' at Kwai Tsing Theatre Photo BWW Review: TALE OF THREE CITIES Gathers 'Traditions' at Kwai Tsing Theatre
by Clement Lee - February 04, 2018

TALE OF THREE CITIES showcases three short dance pieces by three different Companies in three 'cities' in East Asia: Bulareyaung Dance Company from Taitung in Taiwan, Han Dance Project from Seoul in Korea, and Hong Kong Dance Company from Hong Kong....


Bellydance Evolution Presents its Spectacular Production ALICE IN WONDERLAND
by A.A. Cristi - February 09, 2017

Celebrating, exploring, and uniting Middle Eastern and Western dance for the 21st century, Los Angeles-based Bellydance Evolution presents Alice in Wonderland at El Portal MainStage Theatre in North Hollywood on Saturday, April 1, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 2 at 4:30 p.m., launching a west ...


Oxygen Sets Hearts Afire This Valentine's Day with Two Series Premieres
by Caryn Robbins - January 10, 2017

Oxygen Media sets hearts afire this Valentine's Day when BAD GIRLS CLUB: EAST MEETS WEST” launches Tuesday, February 14 at 8PM ET/PT, followed by the series premiere of THE BATTLE OF THE EX-BESTIES at 9pm ET/PT....


Video: Go Inside Rehearsals of David Henry Hwang & Jeanine Tesori's SOFT POWER! Photo Video: Go Inside Rehearsals of David Henry Hwang & Jeanine Tesori's SOFT POWER!
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2018

The upcoming world premiere of 'Soft Power' by David Henry Hwang (play and lyrics) and Jeanine Tesori (music and additional lyrics) will be produced by Center Theatre Group at the Ahmanson Theatre from May 3 through June 10, 2018. Directed by Leigh Silverman and choreographed by Sam Pinkleton, the o...


Photo Flash: First Look at the World Premiere of SOFT POWER Photo Photo Flash: First Look at the World Premiere of SOFT POWER
by Julie Musbach - May 07, 2018

The world premiere of "Soft Power" by David Henry Hwang (play and lyrics) and Jeanine Tesori (music and additional lyrics) will open at the Ahmanson Theatre on Wednesday, May 16. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the new production, check out the photos below!...


Andre Raphel to Make Buffalo Philharmonic Conducting Debut, 12/2 Photo Andre Raphel to Make Buffalo Philharmonic Conducting Debut, 12/2
by BWW News Desk - November 10, 2017

On Saturday, December 2, Maestro Andr Raphel takes the podium of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra marking his debut concert conducting Ravel's Le Tombeau de Couperin, Mozart's Symphony No. 41, Jupiter, and Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto....


Curran San Francisco Announces Cast for the Bay Area Premiere of SOFT POWER Photo Curran San Francisco Announces Cast for the Bay Area Premiere of SOFT POWER
by Julie Musbach - March 06, 2018

Today, Curran announced the cast of SOFT POWER, a play with a musical by David Henry Hwang (play and lyrics) and Jeanine Tesori (music and additional lyrics). SOFT POWER will make its Bay Area premiere at San Francisco's Curran theater (445 Geary Street), June 20 - July 8, 2018. Produced by Center T...


Netflix Announces Cast and Start of Production for Its First Turkish Original Series Photo Netflix Announces Cast and Start of Production for Its First Turkish Original Series
by Tori Hartshorn - March 07, 2018

Netflix, the world's leading internet entertainment service, announced that its first Turkish local original series begins principal photography today. Starring Cagatay Ulusoy, executive produced by Onur Guvenatam and created by Binnur Karaevli, the 10-episode super hero fantasy also stars Okan Yala...


Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In on Jeanine Tesori and David Henry Hwang's SOFT POWER Photo Review Roundup: Critics Weigh In on Jeanine Tesori and David Henry Hwang's SOFT POWER
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2018

The world premiere of 'Soft Power' by David Henry Hwang (play and lyrics) and Jeanine Tesori opened last night at the Ahmanson Theatre. ...


Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra Presents National Day Celebration with an East meets Photo Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra Presents National Day Celebration with an East meets West Dizi Concerto
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2017

The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra's (HK Phil) Principal Guest Conductor Yu Long sets off an awesome display of musical fireworks for the National Day Celebration Concerts with Berlioz's action-packed Symphonie fantastique and Guo Wenjing's Chou Kong Shan, a rare concerto for dizi and orchestra fe...


Video: Go Inside Rehearsals of David Henry Hwang & Jeanine Tesori's SOFT POWER! Photo Video: Go Inside Rehearsals of David Henry Hwang & Jeanine Tesori's SOFT POWER!
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2018

The upcoming world premiere of 'Soft Power' by David Henry Hwang (play and lyrics) and Jeanine Tesori (music and additional lyrics) will be produced by Center Theatre Group at the Ahmanson Theatre from May 3 through June 10, 2018. Directed by Leigh Silverman and choreographed by Sam Pinkleton, the o...


Bridge Street Theatre Hosts Renowned Sitarist Ustad Shafaat Khan Photo Bridge Street Theatre Hosts Renowned Sitarist Ustad Shafaat Khan
by A.A. Cristi - November 09, 2017

Experience the vibrant energy and deep serenity of Indian Classical music when Catskill's intimate Bridge Street Theatre hosts East Meets West , a recital by world-renowned sitar virtuoso Ustad Shafaat Khan, on Sunday November 19 at 2:00pm. Accompanying Maestro Khan in the second half of his progra...


THE HUMANS, David Henry Hwang's SOFT POWER Headline 2017-18 at the Ahmanson Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2017

Stephen Karam's four-time Tony Award-winning Broadway play THE HUMANS will be the centerpiece of the Ahmanson Theatre's 2017-18 season at Center Theatre Group next June, along with David Henry Hwang's new commission SOFT POWER....


Remy Bumppo and Silk Road Rising present the Chicago Premiere of GREAT EXPECTATIONS
by A.A. Cristi - March 28, 2017

Remy Bumppo and Silk Road Rising are pleased to announce that they are joining artistic forces to bring the American premiere of Charles Dickens' Great Expectations, adapted by Tanika Gupta, to Chicago....






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