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BWW Feature: ONLINE VIRTUAL OPERA TOUR at Home Computer Screens
by Maria Nockin - May 15, 2021

For her Los Angeles Opera Signature Recital, mezzo-soprano Susan Graham, accompanied by Jeremy Frank, sings a collection of her favorite songs. They perform works  by 20th-century composer Kurt Weill, including 'Lonely House,' 'I'm a Stranger Here Myself,” and 'September Song.” LAO will stream the recital until July 1, 2021

BWW Feature: ONLINE OPERA VIRTUAL TOUR OCT. 31-NOV 7 at Home Computer Screens
by Maria Nockin - Oct 31, 2020

This weekend, tenor Frederick Ballentine returns to the L A Opera virtual stage for a spooky Halloween-themed “Living Room Recital.” He partners with mezzo-soprano Fleur Barron and pianist Kunal Lahiry to perform some of opera's most mysterious and scary songs—including the murder scene from Carmen.

BWW Feature: ONLINE OPERA VIRTUAL TOUR SEPT 12-19 at Home Computer Screens
by Maria Nockin - Sep 12, 2020

Los Angeles Operaa??s program of music from Golden Age Musicals features pianist/curator Brendon Shapiro, and the company's 2019/20 young artists, Anthony Ciaramitaro, Sarah Vautour, Robert Stahley, Taylor Raven, Alaysha Fox, Sylvia Da??Eramo, Tiffany Townsend, Gabriela Flores, Michael J. Hawk, and Erica Petrocelli singing music by Bernstein, Cahn, Lerner, Kern, Gershwin, Rodgers, Porter, Wright/Borodin, Herman, Romberg, and Loesser.

Photo Flash: First Look At THE FIRST DEEP BREATH at Victory Gardens Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2019

Victory Gardens Theater continues its 45th Anniversary season with the World Premiere of The First Deep Breath by Lee Edward Colston II and directed by Steve H. Broadnax III. The First Deep Breath runs November 15 – December 22, 2019, with press performance on Friday, November 22, 2019 at 7:00pm at Victory Gardens Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Avenue.

Theater Basel: Oktober 2018
by Marianka Swain - Sep 3, 2018

Tyler Duncan Replaces Andrew Foster-Williams in Handel's MESSIAH with the New York Philharmonic
by BWW News Desk - Dec 13, 2017

Baritone Tyler Duncan will replace Andrew Foster-Williams, who has withdrawn due to illness, in the remaining performances of Handel's Messiah.

Annaleigh Ashford, Christopher Jackson, Laura Osnes and Aaron Tveit Headline New York Philharmonic's 2017 Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2017

The New York Philharmonic's 2017 holiday season presents classical and seasonal hallmarks, four Broadway stars singing Laureate Conductor Leonard Bernstein's musical theater highlights, and the beloved annual traditions of Holiday Brass and Handel's Messiah.

Stephanie Gomerez to Star in THE HUMAN INCUBATOR at SheNYC Festival
by BWW News Desk - Jul 8, 2017

The new musical THE HUMAN INCUBATOR by Elinor T and Drew Vanderburg will run at the Connelly Theater this July as part of the SheNYC Summer Theater Festival.

Stephanie Gomerez to Star in THE HUMAN INCUBATOR at SheNYC Festival
by BWW News Desk - Jun 6, 2017

The new musical THE HUMAN INCUBATOR by Elinor T and Drew Vanderburg will run at the Connelly Theater this July as part of the SheNYC Summer Theater Festival.

The Cleveland Orchestra Announces 99th season for 2016-17
by Louisa Brady - Mar 6, 2016

The Cleveland Orchestra and Music Director Franz Welser-Most have announced details of the Orchestra's 2016-17 season. The year marks the Orchestra's 99th season and the 15th season of the acclaimed partnership with its Music Director. Recent praise of the Orchestra under the artistic leadership of Franz Welser-Most includes The New York Times calling the ensemble "…American's most brilliant orchestra," and The Wall Street Journal stating that the Orchestra is "…magnificent."

Primrose Productions to Present KISS ME OR CUT OFF MY HEAD, 8/20-9/5
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2015

Primrose Productions presents a new adaptation of the Medusa myth by Brooke M. Haney, from the poetry of Sheryl St. Germain, and directed by Tracy Bersley (choreographer for On the Levee at Lincoln Center, LCT3). Theatre intersects with visual art and poetry in this haunting and galvanizing perspective of the Medusa myth. Kiss Me or Cut Off My Head will play a three week limited engagement at the Soho Photo Gallery (15 White Street, New York, NY 10013). Performances begin Thursday, August 20th and continue through Today, September 5th, 2015 . Opening Night is Thursday, August 20th at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $30.00 with 35% of ticket sales going to Margaret's Safe Place. Tickets are available at  www.kissmetheplay.com

Primrose Productions' KISS ME OR CUT OFF MY HEAD Opens Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 20, 2015

Primrose Productions presents a new adaptation of the Medusa myth by Brooke M. Haney, from the poetry of Sheryl St. Germain, and directed by Tracy Bersley (choreographer for On the Levee at Lincoln Center, LCT3). Theatre intersects with visual art and poetry in this haunting and galvanizing perspective of the Medusa myth. Kiss Me or Cut Off My Head will play a three week limited engagement at the Soho Photo Gallery (15 White Street, New York, NY 10013).

Photo Flash: In Rehearsal for KISS ME OR CUT OFF MY HEAD at Soho Photo Gallery
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 19, 2015

 Primrose Productions presents photos of Brooke M. Haney in rehearsals for Kiss Me or Cut Off Me Head, a new adaptation of the Medusa myth from the poetry of Sheryl St. Germain, and directed by Tracy Bersley (choreographer for On the Levee at Lincoln Center, LCT3). Theatre intersects with visual art and poetry in this haunting and galvanizing perspective of the Medusa myth. Kiss Me or Cut Off My Head will play a three week limited engagement at the Soho Photo Gallery (15 White Street, New York, NY 10013). Performances begin Thursday, August 20th and continue through Saturday, September 5th, 2015 . Opening Night is Thursday, August 20th at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $30.00 with 35% of ticket sales going to Margaret's Safe Place. Tickets are available at  www.kissmetheplay.com

Primrose Productions to Present KISS ME OR CUT OFF MY HEAD, 8/20-9/5
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 28, 2015

Primrose Productions presents a new adaptation of the Medusa myth by Brooke M. Haney, from the poetry of Sheryl St. Germain, and directed by Tracy Bersley (choreographer for On the Levee at Lincoln Center, LCT3). Theatre intersects with visual art and poetry in this haunting and galvanizing perspective of the Medusa myth. Kiss Me or Cut Off My Head will play a three week limited engagement at the Soho Photo Gallery (15 White Street, New York, NY 10013). Performances begin Thursday, August 20th and continue through Saturday, September 5th, 2015 . Opening Night is Thursday, August 20th at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $30.00 with 35% of ticket sales going to Margaret's Safe Place. Tickets are available at  www.kissmetheplay.com

Lawrence Wilford Set for Handel and Haydn Society's Mendelssohn ELIJAH This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Mar 6, 2015

The Handel and Haydn Society regrets to announce that scheduled tenor Andrew Kennedy will not perform in this weekend's performances of Mendelssohn Elijah because of illness. Replacing Kennedy is tenor Lawrence Wilford who will be making his H+H debut.

Lawrence Wilford Set for Handel and Haydn Society's Mendelssohn ELIJAH; Andrew Kennedy Out Due to Illness
by BWW News Desk - Mar 5, 2015

The Handel and Haydn Society regrets to announce that scheduled tenor Andrew Kennedy will not perform in this weekend's performances of Mendelssohn Elijah because of illness. Replacing Kennedy is tenor Lawrence Wilford who will be making his H+H debut.

Handel and Haydn Society to Celebrate 200th Anniversary in March
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 23, 2015

For two centuries, the Handel and Haydn Society (H+H) has made an enduring cultural impact on the City of Boston. At long last, H+H will observe in March the 200th anniversary of H+H's founding. Boston Mayor Martin Walsh has officially declared Tuesday, March 24 Handel and Haydn Society Day. A citywide celebration on that day includes the opening of a Bicentennial exhibition, which will be on view through September 5 at the Boston Public Library, Central Library at Copley Square.

BSO to Perform Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, 1/2-4
by BWW News Desk - Jan 2, 2015

Maestro Nicholas McGegan and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) will ring in the New Year with a performance of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 today, January 2 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, January 4 at 3 p.m. at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall and Saturday, January 3 at 8 p.m. at The Music Center at Strathmore. McGegan will lead the Orchestra in Beethoven's final symphony with the well-known "Ode to Joy," along with Beethoven's rarely performed Opferlied, his King Stephen Overture and Haydn's The Storm. Please see below for complete details.

BSO to Perform Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, 1/2-4
by Tyler Peterson - Dec 11, 2014

Maestro Nicholas McGegan and the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) will ring in the New Year with a performance of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 on Friday, January 2 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, January 4 at 3 p.m. at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall and Saturday, January 3 at 8 p.m. at The Music Center at Strathmore. McGegan will lead the Orchestra in Beethoven's final symphony with the well-known "Ode to Joy," along with Beethoven's rarely performed Opferlied, his King Stephen Overture and Haydn's The Storm. Please see below for complete details.

SMTC Sets Full Cast of THE PRODUCERS
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 22, 2014

SMTC welcomes Valley theatre veteran Terry Gadaire to the cast as "Roger DeBris", Marina Blue Jarrette as "Ulla", Patrick Russo as "Franz Liebkind" and Sky Christian Donovan as "Carmen Ghia". They join the previously announced award-winning actors Matt Newhard as "Leo Bloom" and Hector Coris as "Max Bialystock."