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Pianist Lucy Parham Returns to King's Place in December

Lucy Parham returns to King’s Place on Sunday December 3rd with her acclaimed Christmas Gala, with celebrities from beyond the musical world joining her on stage to play music that has inspired them to play the piano, with special guests The Parliamentary String Quartet.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of James T. Lane's TRIPLE THREAT at Theatre Row

See photos from opening night of James T. Lane's Triple Threat Off-Broadway at Theatre Row.

Photos: First Look At James T. Lane's TRIPLE THREAT At Theatre Row

Fresh off starring in the role of Billy Flynn in Broadway’s Chicago, theatre veteran James T. Lane's solo autobiographical show, Triple Threat, will make its Off-Broadway debut at THEATRE ROW (410 W. 42nd Street, NYC NY). See photos from the production here.

James T. Lane's TRIPLE THREAT Begins Previews At Theatre Row, June 17

Fresh off starring in the role of Billy Flynn in Broadway's Chicago, theatre veteran James T. Lane's solo autobiographical show, Triple Threat, begins previews on Saturday, June 17th in advance of Juneteenth and salutes the show's diverse creatives. Triple Threat plays at THEATRE ROW (410 W. 42nd Street, NYC NY) in advance of opening night on June 23rd.

James T. Lane's One-Man Show TRIPLE THREAT Will Open Off-Broadway This Summer

Fresh off starring in the role of Billy Flynn in Broadway's Chicago, theatre veteran James T. Lane's solo autobiographical show, Triple Threat, will make its Off-Broadway debut at THEATRE ROW.

FU Celebrates Region's Unique Culture With Virtual Appalachian Festival

Frostburg State University's much-anticipated Appalachian Festival is going virtual this year. Returning for its 15th year, the event will take place from Thursday, Sept. 17, to Saturday, Sept. 19.

Theatre Memphis Receives National Award and Property as Theatre Hits the Century Mark

The Diamond Crown Organization Award from the American Association of Community Theatre was presented to Theatre Memphis, Monday, March 2, 2020. Mayor Jim Strickland was present to officially announce the honor at the March board meeting of Theatre Memphis. Theatre Memphis staff and civic guests including Memphis City Councilman Ford Canale, Grinder Taber Grinder general contractor representatives Vice President Brett Grinder and Senior Project Manager Ben Cooper, and Renaissance Group President and architect Sal Feraci were in attendance, as well. It was also announced that the 7 acre-plus property on which the theatre sits and has been leasing from the city for 50 years has been deeded to Theatre Memphis by the City Council.

Lily Kershaw Shares Single, Co-Written with Emma Roberts

Los Angeles singer/songwriter Lily Kershaw shares a new track, “Always & Forever,” from her upcoming sophomore album Arcadia, out November 15th.  On “Always and Forever,” Lily uses the metaphor of a bad relationship to explore her reservations around the concept of time and infinity. While she's primarily known as a folk-pop artist, Lily consistently pushes the limitations of that label. Originally written as a guitar-based tune with her good friend, actress Emma Roberts, Lily instinctively decided to add synth, creating an 80s sonic texture without succumbing to any of the tropes found in today's new wave nostalgia.

Radical Face Shares New Single DOUBT With Flood Magazine

Radical Face the Los Angeles-based project of musician Ben Cooper will release the TherapyEP on April 26 via Bear Machine Records (pre-order). Today Radical Face has shared the official video video for “Doubt” from his forthcoming release. The video premiered today atFlood Magazine and song will be available to share on streaming services this Friday. 

Radical Face To Release New EP THERAPY on 4/26 via Bear Machine Records

Radical Face the Los Angeles-based project of musician Ben Cooper will release the TherapyEP on April 26 via Bear Machine Records. The forthcoming EP follows up the acclaimed The Family Tree series -- The Roots (2011), The Branches (2013), and The Leaves (2016) in which Cooper grasped onto ideas and perceptions that left him hopelessly drained, creatively and emotionally. Speaking with a professional finally enabled him to let go, something he's honored by naming his new effort Therapy. 

Folk/Indie Artist Aisha Badru Roars With 'Mind On Fire' Video

Yonkers, NY-born singer/songwriter Aisha Badru has joined Nettwerk Music Group's label roster, and recently released her latest single, Mind On Fire, a powerful track about the revolutionary spirit that dwells inside all of us.

BACKUP PLANET Jam Rock Band Release 'Reactions' Album Today

BACKUP PLANET--the Nashville-based quartet who write arena-size anthems echoing with progressive intricacy, funk swagger, and even a little metallic edge--announced earlier this week they've been added to the Bonnaroo Music And Arts Festival, escalating the excitement for today's release of their sophomore studio album, REACTIONS.

The Vagabond Theatre Company presents DOG SEES GOD: CONFESSIONS OF A TEENAGE BLOCKHEAD

The Vagabond Theatre Company of Greater Bridgeport announces their cast for the final production of their Inaugural Season: Burt V Royal's dark comedy, Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead.

BACKUP PLANET Set To Release Sophomore Album 'REACTIONS' 3/31; 21-date tour kicks off 3/17

BACKUP PLANET--the Nashville-based quartet who write arena-size anthems echoing with progressive intricacy, funk swagger, and even a little metallic edge--today (3/9) have announced their sophomore full-length album, REACTIONS, will be released Friday, March 31.

Freeform Announces 'That's So Throwback' Programming Event

Summertime is almost here! Instead of just reminiscing about your childhood summer adventures, relive the good old days by hanging out with some of your favorite Disney Channel stars

BWW Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is Phenomenal at Musical Theater Heritage in Kansas City

Opening night of Jesus Christ Superstar on Saturday June 5 proves why Musical Theater Heritage is the Kansas City Superstar of musical theater. Directed by Musical Director Sarah Crawford the rock opera with lyrics by Tim Rice and Music by Andrew Lloyd Weber surpasses any musical performance this year in Kansas City. The concert style performance proves that elaborate sets, costumes, and choreography are not necessary when the stage is filled with some of the best talent in Kansas City.

Chelsea Art Fair Highlights Best UK Galleries to NYC Today

The Chelsea Art Fair will bring some of the best UK galleries to the heart of Chelsea to exhibit at the Chelsea Old Town Hall again from today, April 16 to Sunday, April 19, 2015. Fair director Ben Cooper has selected around 40 of the most respected modern and contemporary art galleries from around the country to show their highlights of original Contemporary works of art - many of which will be shown for the first time.

Chelsea Art Fair Highlights Best UK Galleries to NYC, 4/16

The Chelsea Art Fair will bring some of the best UK galleries to the heart of Chelsea to exhibit at the Chelsea Old Town Hall again from Thursday, April 16 to Sunday, April 19, 2015. Fair director Ben Cooper has selected around 40 of the most respected modern and contemporary art galleries from around the country to show their highlights of original Contemporary works of art – many of which will be shown for the first time.

BWW Reviews: Musical Theater Heritage's OLIVER! Steals the Hearts of Kansas City

It amazes me how a musical performed with little or no scenery, props, or costumes, and on a small intimate stage can become one of the preeminent shows of the season. That is exactly what Oliver! accomplished on opening night Saturday December 6 at the Off Center Theatre in Kansas City. This achievement speaks volumes to the creative team of Musical Theater Heritage that labored to near perfection.

OperaUpClose Presents New English Version of LA BOHEME at Charing Cross Theatre, Now Through Jan 5

The second production in Charing Cross Theatre's second season will be the Olivier Award-winning OperaUpClose production of LA BOHEME directed by Robin Norton-Hale in a new English version by Robin Norton-Hale, with musical direction and piano accompaniment by Elspeth Wilkes.