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Simpatico Theatre and Jouska PlayWorks Announce 2022 New Play Showcase Featuring All Black Playwrights
by Stephi Wild - Oct 4, 2022

Simpatico Theatre and Jouska PlayWorks, an assembly of Black playwrights whose goal is to create theatre that enriches, entertains, empowers, and awakens the moral conscience, have announced the return of the Jouska PlayWorks New Play Showcase, featuring excerpts from six new plays created by Jouska artists.

BWW Feature: ONLINE VIRTUAL OPERA TOUR at Home Computer Screens
by Maria Nockin - Jun 26, 2021

This is the last week to watch Los Angeles Opera’s online Signature Recital Series which gives viewers exclusive online access to fine performances filmed in stunning venues around the world. The series includes unforgettable singing by mezzo-soprano Susan Graham, tenor Russell Thomas, soprano Christine Goerke, mezzo-soprano J'Nai Bridges, and soprano Julia Bullock—a breathtaking showcase of vocal magic. 

VIDEO: Watch Audra McDonald, Meryl Streep, Dolly Parton & More Come Together for A Night of Covenant House Stars
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2020

Hollywood stars and Broadway veterans are teaming up tonight, May 18 at 8pm ET/5pm PT to celebrate Covenant House, the international charity providing housing, food and healthcare to children and youth facing homelessness in 31 cities across six countries.

Foothill Music Theatre Takes a Trip to the SOUTH PACIFIC, Now thru 8/10
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2014

Multi-award winning Foothill Music Theatre presents the epic Broadway Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II musical, SOUTH PACIFIC. Winner of 10 Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, this ground-breaking musical based on James A. Michener's 1927 Pulitzer Prize-winning book Tales of the South Pacific, features such iconic hits as Some Enchanted Evening, Younger Than Springtime, There Is Nothing Like a Dame, Bali Ha'i, and I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair. SOUTH PACIFIC will be directed by Milissa Carey, with musical direction by Mark Hanson and choreography by Michael Ryken and plays today, July 24 through August 10 in the Smithwick Theatre, Foothill College, 12345 El Monte Rd., Los Altos Hills.

Foothill Music Theatre Takes a Trip to the SOUTH PACIFIC, 7/24-8/10
by Courtnie Mele - Jun 13, 2014

Multi-award winning Foothill Music Theatre presents the epic Broadway Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II musical, SOUTH PACIFIC. Winner of 10 Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, this ground-breaking musical based on James A. Michener's 1927 Pulitzer Prize-winning book Tales of the South Pacific, features such iconic hits as Some Enchanted Evening, Younger Than Springtime, There Is Nothing Like a Dame, Bali Ha'i, and I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair. SOUTH PACIFIC will be directed by Milissa Carey, with musical direction by Mark Hanson and choreography by Michael Ryken and plays July 24 through August 10 in the Smithwick Theatre, Foothill College, 12345 El Monte Rd., Los Altos Hills. The public may purchase tickets ($10 - $28) online at www.FoothillMusicals.com or by calling (650) 949-7360.

Foothill Music Theatre Presents DAMN YANKEES, Now thru 8/18
by BWW News Desk - Jul 26, 2013

The award winning Foothill Music Theatre swings for the fences this summer with the Tony Award-winning musical DAMN YANKEES. With book by George Abbott and Douglass Wallop, DAMN YANKEES, the musical story of a baseball fanatic who makes a deal with the devil to get his team a chance at the pennant, features a memorable Richard Adler and Jerry Ross score including 'Whatever Lola Want, Lola Gets,' and (You've Gotta Have) 'Heart.' This production will be helmed by Tom Gough with music direction by Catherine Snider, and choreography by Katie O'Bryon and plays today, July 26 - August 18 in the Smithwick Theatre, Foothill College, 12345 El Monte Rd., Los Altos Hills

Photo Flash: CBS, PBS, HUB Network, Nickelodeon Win Big at 2013 Creative Arts Emmy Awards
by TV News Desk - Jun 15, 2013

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) announced last night, June 14, the winners of the 40th Annual Daytime Entertainment Creative Arts Emmy Awards in a sold-out, grand gala for over 1,100 attendees at the Westin Bonaventure, in downtown Los Angeles. Scroll down for the full list of winners and photos from the ceremony!

Foothill Music Theatre to Present DAMN YANKEES, 7/26-8/18
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 14, 2013

The award winning Foothill Music Theatre swings for the fences this summer with the Tony Award-winning musical DAMN YANKEES. This production will be helmed by Tom Gough with music direction by Catherine Snider, and choreography by Katie O'Bryon and plays July 26 - August 18 in the Smithwick Theatre, Foothill College, 12345 El Monte Rd., Los Altos Hills.

CBS Tops 40th Annual DAYTIME EMMY AWARD NOMINATIONS; Full List Announced
by Caryn Robbins - May 1, 2013

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) today announced the nominees for the 40th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards.

SketchFest NYC Presents Tell Your Friends! The Concert Film! 9/22
by BWW News Desk - Sep 22, 2011

SketchFest NYC will present the New York City Premiere of 'Tell Your Friends! The Concert Film!' at the Paley Center for Media on Thursday, September 22nd, 2011; at 7:30pm.

Chris Jackson, Willie Reale Among Creative Arts Daytime Emmy Winners
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 18, 2011

Amongst the winners were several with Broadway backgrounds: Bill Sherman (composer) and Chris Jackson (lyricist) for Sesame Street's original song 'What I Am' and Willie Reale as a co-executive producer of The Electric Company on PBS.

Tix Now On Sale For SketchFest NYC 6/9-11
by BWW News Desk - Jun 9, 2011

SketchFest NYC is pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for this year's seventh anniversary Festival. SketchFest NYC will run from June 8 - 11, 2011 at The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre; 307 West 26th Street.

Tix Now On Sale For SketchFest NYC 6/9 - 11
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 1, 2011

SketchFest NYC is pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for this year's seventh anniversary Festival. SketchFest NYC will run from June 8 - 11, 2011 at The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre; 307 West 26th Street.

Tickets On Sale Now for SketchFest NYC
by Kelsey Denette - May 24, 2011

SketchFest NYC is pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for this year's seventh anniversary Festival. SketchFest NYC will run from June 8 - 11, 2011 at The Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre; 307 West 26th Street. Individual Tickets will cost $10, with nightly passes costing $40, and Full Festival Passes $100. Half priced tickets are also available with a valid UCB student ID.

7th Annual NYC Sketchfest Announces Full Schedule Information
by Meghan Schuler - May 16, 2011

SketchFest NYC is pleased to announce the full schedule for this year's seventh anniversary Festival, including the Whitest Kids U Know, Marvel Comics, and The Rejection Show. In addition, we're pleased to announce that Atom: Comedy Central Digital Shorts, The Onion News Network, and 101.9RXP will all be presenting shows at this year's Festival

SketchFest NYC Announces Full Schedule
by Kelsey Denette - May 12, 2011

SketchFest NYC is pleased to announce the full schedule for this year's seventh anniversary Festival, including the Whitest Kids U Know, Marvel Comics, and The Rejection Show. In addition, we're pleased to announce that Atom: Comedy Central Digital Shorts, The Onion News Network, and 101.9RXP will all be presenting shows at this year's Festival.

Whitest Kids U Know & More Set for 2011 SketchFest NYC
by Lauren Wolman - Apr 16, 2011

SketchFest NYC is pleased to announce the featured shows at this year's seventh anniversary Festival, including the Whitest Kids U Know, College Humor, and Marvel Comics.

Whitest Kids U Know, College Humor Set For SketchFest NYC, Runs 6/8-11
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 15, 2011

SketchFest NYC is pleased to announce the featured shows at this year's seventh anniversary Festival, including the Whitest Kids U Know, College Humor, and Marvel Com

SketchFest NYC Announces International Comedy Festival at The Upright Brigade Theater, 6/9 - 11
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 23, 2011

SketchFest NYC is pleased to announce that this year's Festival will be once again held at The Upright Citizens Brigade Theater in New York City. This marks the fifth year the Festival will be held at NYC's premiere comedy theater. SketchFest NYC returns June 9-11, with performances, panels, and more events to be announced soon.