BEETLEJUICE, SIX, 1776 & More to Participate in 2022-23 TDF Veterans Theatregoing Program
TDF is launching the 2022-23 season of their TDF Veterans Theatregoing Program. Program participants will see 1776 on Saturday, October 1 at 2 p.m., SIX on Wednesday, October 5 at 7 p.m., Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Tuesday, October 11 at 7 p.m., Cost of Living on Wednesday, October 19 at 7 p.m., and more.
TDF Launches Third Season of the TDF Veterans Theatregoing Program
Last night, TDF, the not-for-profit service organization dedicated to bringing the power of the performing arts to everyone, launched the third season of its TDF Veterans Theatregoing Program. TDF partners exclusively with veteran group organizations in the city who distribute a limited number of tickets to Broadway shows at no cost to their constituents. Post-performance talkbacks are planned, when possible, and complimentary TDF Memberships are provided to participating veterans so they can continue their theatregoing at greatly reduced costs.
APPLES IN WINTER Continues with Guest Speakers
Centenary Stage Company's National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere of Jennifer Fawcett's "Apples in Winter" heads into its final weekend of performances. Performances run Wednesday, November 14 at 2PM; Thursday, November 15 at 7:30PM; Friday, November 16 at 8PM; Saturday, November 17 at 8PM and Sunday, November 18 at 2PM. Guest speakers will join the cast and creative team to participate in a post-show talkback with the audience on Thursday, November 15 after the 7:30PM performance.
Luna Velez Named Celebrity Ambassador at 2017 Cantor Fitzgerald Charity Day
Star of stage and screen, Luna Lauren Velez will join the traders at Cantor Fitzgerald on Charity Day, September 11, 2017, as a celebrity ambassador representing Samaritan Daytop Foundation, which supports the life-saving efforts of Samaritan Daytop Village - the New York City-based charity that offers a rich array of programs including treatment for substance abuse, innovative services for veterans, and programs for homeless individuals, women and children, seniors and families.
The Wishbone Project Holds CD Release at Iridium Jazz Club, 12/20
The Wishbone Project is a newly formed quintet led by Kat Gang and Nate Mayland, who have discovered in each other the rare gem of inspiration. Kat and Nate have created a distinct sound by exploring the unique blend of the trombone and voice. The similar range and crystal timbre of both allow for either to take the lead while the other complements, or for the two of them launch into fiery harmonized bebop lines. Their songs are lyrical and reminiscent of jazz standards, yet are full of modern elements that life and performance in NYC has infused in them.
The Wishbone Project Holds CD Release at Iridium Jazz Club, 12/20
The Wishbone Project is a newly formed quintet led by Kat Gang and Nate Mayland, who have discovered in each other the rare gem of inspiration. Kat and Nate have created a distinct sound by exploring the unique blend of the trombone and voice. The similar range and crystal timbre of both allow for either to take the lead while the other complements, or for the two of them launch into fiery harmonized bebop lines. Their songs are lyrical and reminiscent of jazz standards, yet are full of modern elements that life and performance in NYC has infused in them.
Lawrence Sacharow, Obie Award-Winning Director Dies
Lawrence J. Sacharow, director of the theatre program at Fordham College at Lincoln Center, and Obie Award-winning director of Len Jenkin's 'Five of Us,' died Monday, August 14, at New York Hospital, of complications from leukemia. He was 68.