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First Ladies profiles Michelle Obama, Jackie Kennedy, Nancy Reagan, Eleanor Roosevelt, Lady Bird Johnson, and Hillary Rodham Clinton. Blending in-depth interviews, rare archival footage and cinematic recreations, First Ladies is a bold revision of each woman's traditional portrayal, revealing how they were impacted during their time in the White House, and how their achievements fundamentally shaped American and global history.

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Ring in the New Year with Michael Feinstein at the Nikko, 12/31
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2013

Join two-time Emmy and five-time Grammy nominated Michael Feinstein as he rings in the New Year with two special performances on Tuesday, December 31 at 7:30 p.m. and 11 p.m. at Feinstein's at the Nikko (222 Mason Street, San Francisco)....


FIERCE BEAUTY Among New Titles from Mandala Publishing
by Caryn Robbins - November 26, 2012

New titles from Mandala Publishing and Earth Aware Editions include Fierce Beauty, Seeds, A Day In The World....


Prog-Folk Artist Judy Dyble Releases TALKING WITH STRANGERS
by BWW News Desk - February 06, 2013

Judy Dyble's career has seen her move on from being one of the original founding members of the legendary UK folk rock band Fairport Convention after the first and 'rockiest' album release to join with fellow London based musician, and later founding member of Foreigner, Ian McDonald. The collaborat...


Michael John LaChiusa Set for Talk-Back at American Repertory Theatre of WNY's FIRST LADY SUITE Tonight
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2013

Following the March 15th performance of FIRST LADY SUITE, join American Repertory Theater of WNY as the company hosts Tony and Drama Desk nominated, Grammy Award winning composer, Michael John LaChiusa in his first-ever Buffalo talk-back....


Michael Feinstein Channels 'Old Blue Eyes' as He Brings THE SINATRA PROJECT to the McCallum, 3/1-2
by David Green - March 01, 2013

Cabaret Icon Michael Feinstein returns to the McCallum Theatre with 'The Sinatra Project,' for two performances - tonight, March 1 and Saturday, March 2 -- dedicated to the great Frank Sinatra. Michael reflects Sinatra's sensibility by interpreting the songs in conceptually different styles from S...


Bravo Announces First Annual REAL HOUSEWIVES AWARDS!
by Caryn Robbins - February 13, 2014

Bravo Media today announced the debut of the 'Real Housewives Awards,' a celebration dedicated to honoring the most unforgettable, dramatic and watercooler moments from recent seasons of the first ladies of Bravo....


First Lady Michelle Obama to Visit HGTV'S WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS 2012, 12/8
by Caryn Robbins - December 04, 2012

First Lady Michelle Obama will discuss the joys of giving, the power of service and the importance of remembering the contributions of troops and military families during HGTV's WHITE HOUSE CHRISTMAS 2012 on Saturday, December 8, at 8 p.m. ET/PT....


THE GLEE PROJECT's Ali Stroker Brings FINDING GLEE to 54 Below Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2013

54 BELOW presents Ali Stroker in 'Finding Glee' tonight, December 10, 2013 at 7pm. 'Finding Glee' tells the story of Ali Stroker's unexpected journey to the FOX hit show GLEE, with all of the road bumps and successes along the way. Ali belts out musical theatre classics and radio hits as she shares ...


Bravo's First Annual REAL HOUSEWIVES Awards to Culminate 3/21
by Caryn Robbins - March 17, 2014

Calling on all “Real Housewives” fans – the polls are closing on March 21 for Bravo Media's first annual “Real Housewives Awards,”...


Autumn Stephens Goes to White House with FEISTY FIRST LADIES
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2013

Move over Michelle Obama, Mary Todd Lincoln's back. If you thought you were a fashionista, you've got nothing on Mary Lincoln, who was quite a clothes horse herself, and perhaps the first shopaholic in the White House. As Autumn Stephens says, 'Today, maniacal Mary Lincoln would be the self-dramatiz...


ART/WNY Presents FIRST LADY SUITE, Opening Wednesday
by Kelsey Denette - March 04, 2013

American Repertory Theater of WNY will present the Buffalo debut of Michael John LaChiusa's acclaimed musical classic piece, FIRST LADY SUITE. Described by The Guide to Musical Theatre, FIRST LADY SUITE is a 'four chamber pieces, ranging from riotously funny to hauntingly lyrical focusing on celebra...


Michael Feinstein Channels 'Old Blue Eyes' as He Brings THE SINATRA PROJECT to the McCallum, 3/1-2
by David Green - February 12, 2013

Cabaret Icon Michael Feinstein returns to the McCallum Theatre with 'The Sinatra Project,' for two performances - Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2 -- dedicated to the great Frank Sinatra. Michael reflects Sinatra's sensibility by interpreting the songs in conceptually different styles from Si...


VIDEO: Sneak Peek - TLC's THE SISTERHOOD, Premiering Today
by TV News Desk - January 01, 2013

Congregations of thousands thrive in Atlanta's bustling metropolis, but it is not just the preacher men who keep these communities afloat. TLC will premiere THE SISTERHOOD tonight, January 1 at 9 PM ET/PT, a candid look into the larger-than-life preacher wives (aka First Ladies) who work to ensure t...


Michael Feinstein Extends Contract with Pasadena POPS Through 2016
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013

Pasadena Symphony Association President Diane Rankin and Chief Executive Officer Paul Jan Zdunek today announced the extension of Principal Pops Conductor Michael Feinstein's contract through 2016. His current contract was for a 1-year term, but fresh off the heels with rave reviews for his conducti...


Oaklandon Civic Theatre's LADIES FIRST Begins Today
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2013

In this comedy, Jackie Kennedy is very nervous one afternoon in January 1962. She has completed the restoration of the White House and has invited Eleanor, Bess, Mamie, Pat and Lady Bird into the Yellow Oval Room to give their opinions. And, whoa, do they ever!...


THE GLEE PROJECT's Ali Stroker to Bring FINDING GLEE to 54 Below, 12/10
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2013

54 BELOW presents Ali Stroker in 'Finding Glee' on December 10, 2013 at 7pm. 'Finding Glee' tells the story of Ali Stroker's unexpected journey to the FOX hit show GLEE, with all of the road bumps and successes along the way. Ali belts out musical theatre classics and radio hits as she shares these ...


DEBUTANTE. to Make World Premiere at the Bernie Wohl Center, 4/23-5/10
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014

After a sold out presentation at Ars Nova's ANT Fest last June, DEBUTANTE. returns to New York City for its world premiere production. Written by Ryann Weir, created & directed by Annie Tippe and produced by Robb Nanus (Andrew Lippa's I Am Harvey Milk), the production will be staged at the Bernie Wo...


Photo Flash: Stars of Stage, Screen, TV & More Gather in Support of CA Women's Conference
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2012

For nearly three decades, women of all ages and backgrounds have found inspiration, networking and support for business, health and relationships at the California Women's Conference. Scroll below for snapshots from this year's conference, featuring Fran Dresher, Marcia Cross, Joanne Worley, Tippi H...


Autumn Stephens Releases FEISTY FIRST LADIES
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2013

What do President's Day and the Oscars share aside from a week? The movie Lincoln, of course, with leading lady Sally Field is the role of FLOTUS, Mary Todd Lincoln. No modern-day fashionista has got anything on Mary Lincoln, who was quite a clothes horse herself, and perhaps the first shopaholic in...


Christmas with the First Ladies The White House Decorating Tradition Due in October 2012
by Robert Diamond - September 24, 2012

No home in America celebrates Christmas quite like the White House. Whether adorned with handmade ornaments or thoughtful crafts, the White House has warmly welcomed celebrities, dignitaries, and hardworking Americans who epitomize the Christmas spirit. And behind each holiday celebration is a firs...


BWW Reviews: Gelsey Kirkland Ballet Stuns at Symphony Space
by Melia Kraus-har - March 11, 2014

Gelsey Kirkland Ballet ambitiously presented, per the program notes, an "eclectic program…beginning and ending with ballets by Marius Petipa."...


Public Theater's New Musical A SECOND CHANCE with Brian & Diane Sutherland Begins Previews 3/18
by Tyler Peterson - March 07, 2014

The Public Theater will begin previews for the New York premiere of A SECOND CHANCE on Tuesday, March 18. Directed by Jonathan Butterell with book, music, and lyrics by Ted Shen, this new musical will run through Sunday, April 13 in the Shiva Theater, with an official press opening on Sunday, March ...


Michael John LaChiusa Set for Talk-Back at American Repertory Theatre of WNY's FIRST LADY SUITE, 3/15
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2013

Following the March 15th performance of FIRST LADY SUITE, join American Repertory Theater of WNY as the company hosts Tony and Drama Desk nominated, Grammy Award winning composer, Michael John LaChiusa in his first-ever Buffalo talk-back....


65th Emmy Awards Taps Venita Ellick's THE RELUCTANT FIRST LADY for Inclusion in the 2013 Red Carpet Style Lounge
by Christina Mancuso - September 09, 2013

BREAKING NEWS: First Lady Rejects the Role, President to Seek Replacement...


ELEANOR ROOSEVELT: THIS IS MY STORY to Play Gallo Center, 10/10
by Tyler Peterson - September 26, 2013

Following her vivid portrayal of Marie Curie before a sold-out audience during the 2012-2013 season, Susan Marie Frontczak returns to the Gallo Center for the Arts with equally compelling one-woman performance taken from the pages of history. Frontczak will play one of the nation's most unconvention...






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