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Review: GUYS AND DOLLS at Red Curtain Theatre

The dedicated and passionate members stands as a testament to the remarkable creativity and spirit that define our local theater scene. This group is amazing! 
Review: THE ODYSSEY at Red Curtain Theatre

At the end of the school year, The Red Curtain Theatre, 913 W Oak Street, in Conway, puts together a program to spotlight what their students have learned over the year. They have voice lessons, dance in all styles, and musical theatre class for students of all ages including adults, done by professionals that truly care about their budding artists. This year, their finale was themed THE ODYSSEY, which was Produced by Kristen Dickerson and Emceed by Kurt Baumann and performed Thursday and Friday, May 23rd  and 24th.  It had variety with great costumes and an eclectic cohesiveness throughout the storytelling.  
Review: BRIGHT STAR at Red Curtain Theatre

What did our critic think of BRIGHT STAR at Red Curtain Theatre? Intimate size theatres are my newest favorite way to watch shows, so when I heard that Red Curtain Theatre, 913 W Oak Street, in Conway, was bringing BRIGHT STAR to their newly remodeled performance area May 3-5 and May 10-12, I was intrigued.
Review: MEREDITH WILLSON'S THE MUSIC MAN at Red Curtain Theatre

What did our critic think of MEREDITH WILLSON'S THE MUSIC MAN at Red Curtain Theatre?
Jack Rabbit Gallery Will Unleash TEXAS HEAT WAVE

On February 1, Jack Rabbit Gallery will unleash 'Texas Heat Wave,' an art exhibition featuring a select group of exceptional artists from the State of Texas. An opening reception will be hosted by Jack Rabbit Gallery from 6-9 p.m., February 1, 2020, and the collection will remain on view through February 26, 2020.
Armistead Maupin To Appear At Storyhouse In Chester

The bestselling, much-loved author and LGBT activist, Armistead Maupin has announced his first ever UK tour this autumn which will culminate at Storyhouse in Chester as part of the Literature Festival on 11 November.
Photo Flash: FALSETTOS Celebrates Opening Night in San Francisco

James Lapine (Co-Author/Director), William Finn (Author) Spencer Liff (Choreographer) and Jordan Roth (Producer) joined the company of the national tour of The Lincoln Center Theater production of FALSETTOS, produced by Jujamcyn Theaters and NETworks Presentations. on stage at the Official Press Opening in San Francisco's SHN Golden Gate Theatre Wednesday, March 20. To commemorate the event, the entire company celebrated at a post-show reception held at Chambers.
The New Group Finalizes Lease for New Administrative Offices

ATCO Properties & Management, one of Manhattan's preeminent owner/operators of Class-A commercial real estate, announced today that it has finalized a five-year lease for contemporary theater organization The New Group's administrative offices at 240 West 35th Street, an 18-story, 165,000 square-foot building in the Garment District. Productions in The New Group's 2018-19 season take place at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street).
A Conversation With Armistead Maupin Comes to New Repertory Theatre

New Repertory Theatre presents A Conversation with Armistead Maupin, Monday, February 12, 2018 at 7:30pm in the MainStage Theater at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA. Tickets are $50 for reserved admission. Special VIP tickets are available for $100 which includes a private reception at Branch Line with Mr. Maupin. Following the talk, local non-profit More Than Words will host a book signing with Mr. Maupin, with copies of his books available for purchase.
THE UNTOLD TALES OF ARMISTEAD MAUPIN Premieres on PBS, 1/1

Jennifer M. Kroot's THE UNTOLD TALES OF ARMISTEAD MAUPIN, winner of an Audience Award at the 2017 SXSW Film Festival, premieres on Independent Lens, Monday, January 1, 2018, 10:30PM ET
THE UNTOLD TALES OF ARMISTEAD MAUPIN Premieres on PBS, 1/1

Jennifer M. Kroot's THE UNTOLD TALES OF ARMISTEAD MAUPIN, winner of an Audience Award at the 2017 SXSW Film Festival, premieres on Independent Lens, Monday, January 1, 2018, 10:30PM ET
David Sedaris, Armistead Maupin & Humans of NY Come to Benaroya

With words and photographs these three artists share personal stories that have sparked laughter and motivated change. Northwest Associated Arts (NWAA), KNKX (88.5 FM) and The Stranger present all three events at beautiful Benaroya Hall. Tickets prices vary and are available through the Benaroya Hall Box Office, at 206.215.4747 or online at www.benaroyahall.org.Phone interviews are available upon request. Both the Armistead Maupin and Brandon Stanton events offer a VIP option that includes prime seating and a private reception.
CenterStage Theatre Company Emerging Artists Series to Present TRIUMPH OF LOVE, 7/25-8/11

CenterStage Theatre Company Emerging Artists Series is proud to present the regional premiere of "Triumph of Love," a delightfully witty musical based on the French eighteenth century Commedia dell'Arte play by Marivaux about philosophy, deception, and what happens when the messy world of love smashes into a world of idealism and rationality. Performances run July 25 through August 11at the Louisville Center for the Arts, 801 Grant Ave., Louisville 80027.
Henry Turner Jr. & Flavor Kick Off '2013 Ultimate Louisiana Party II' Tour Today

Hit City Digital Records has announced Henry Turner, Jr. & Flavor's 2013 Ultimate Louisiana Party II tour dates from June to September. The band will once again go on their annual circuit of Texas, Arizona, California, Oregon and Washington, performing in clubs, at festivals and hosting some Ultimate Louisiana Parties that feature local musicians, jam sessions and themed 'Taste of Louisiana' buffets.
KISS ME KATE Opens at Performance Now Theatre Company Tonight

Performance Now Theatre Company presents "Kiss Me, Kate" June 14 - 30 at the Lakewood Cultural Center, 470 S. Allison Parkway. Performances are Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $28 Adult and are available by calling 303-987-7845, going online towww.performancenow.org or visiting the Lakewood Cultural Center Box Office, 470 S. Allison Parkway (Wadsworth and Alameda). Ample, free on-site parking available.
Performance Now Theatre Brings KISS ME, KATE to Lakewood Cultural Center, Now thru 6/30

Performance Now Theatre Company presents Kiss Me, Kate, featuring Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter and Book by Samuel and Bella Spewack. Directed by Kelly Van Oosbree, the show includes choreography by Kelly Van Oosbree, with music direction by Michael Bowerman.
Performance Now Theatre to Bring KISS ME, KATE to Lakewood Cultural Center, 6/14-30

Performance Now Theatre Company presents Kiss Me, Kate, featuring Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter and Book by Samuel and Bella Spewack. Directed by Kelly Van Oosbree, the show includes choreography by Kelly Van Oosbree, with music direction by Michael Bowerman.
Henry Turner Jr. & Flavor Announce '2013 Ultimate Louisiana Party II' Tour Dates

Hit City Digital Records has announced Henry Turner, Jr. & Flavor's 2013 Ultimate Louisiana Party II tour dates from June to September. The band will once again go on their annual circuit of Texas, Arizona, California, Oregon and Washington, performing in clubs, at festivals and hosting some Ultimate Louisiana Parties that feature local musicians, jam sessions and themed 'Taste of Louisiana' buffets.
NOW PLAYING: Performance Now presents FOOTLOOSE - Thru 7/1

The 1984 hit movie dances its way onto the Colorado stage!
Performance Now Theatre Presents MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS Thru 10/16

Performance Now Theatre Company proudly presents Meet Me in St. Louis currently playing through October 16 at the Lakewood Cultural Center. Meet Me in St. Louis is a musical based on 'The Kensington Stories' by Sally Benson and the 1944 MGM motion picture Meet Me in St. Louis. It tells the story of an American family living in St. Louis at the time of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition World's Fair in 1904. Their love and respect for each other is tempered with the genuine humor that can only be generated by such a special family. Memorable musical numbers include The Boy Next Door, A Raving Beauty, The Trolley Song, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, and the title song, Meet Me in St. Louis.

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