Ava DuVernay's ORIGIN Is Coming to the Toronto Film Festival
Written, produced, and directed by Academy Award nominee Ava DuVernay, Origin chronicles the remarkable life and work of Pulitzer Prize-winning author Isabel Wilkerson (played by Academy Award nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor) as she investigates the genesis of injustice and uncovers a hidden truth that affects us all.
Jungle Returns With Two New Tracks 'Good Times' and 'Problemz'
The tracks were released alongside a new short film. Directed by JFC Worldwide (Charlie Placido and J. Lloyd), the short opens with a dance battle soundtracked by “GOOD TIMES,” leading into a mood change as the action shifts to Alberto’s Jazz Bar for “PROBLEMZ” where the dance moves are more laidback. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
WELCOME BACK BALL to Honor Maestro Louis Scaglione
It's the brainstorm of two great Philadelphians – David Alexander Jenkins and Bill Lloyd – who brought together their organizations – “& We Dine” and the “Loyal Guard” to host the “Welcome Back Ball” at the Union League of Philadelphia.
Signal Ensemble Presents Jon Steinhagen's DEVIL'S DAY OFF, Now thru 11/22
Signal Ensemble Theatre presents the world premiere and 2014 - 2015 season opening production of Devil's Day Off at Signal Ensemble Theatre, 1802 W. Berenice Ave., today, October 16 - November 22. The production is directed by Signal Ensemble Member and Co-Artistic Director Ronan Marra and written by Signal Ensemble Member Jon Steinhagen.
Signal Ensemble to Present Jon Steinhagen's DEVIL'S DAY OFF, 10/16-11/22
Signal Ensemble Theatre presents the world premiere and 2014 - 2015 season opening production of Devil's Day Off at Signal Ensemble Theatre, 1802 W. Berenice Ave., October 16 - November 22. The production is directed by Signal Ensemble Member and Co-Artistic Director Ronan Marra and written by Signal Ensemble Member Jon Steinhagen. Opening night is Saturday, October 18 at 8 p.m. Performances will run Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. (There will be no performance Sunday, Oct. 19). Ticket prices are $23 for single tickets, $15 for industry/students/seniors/groups and $12 for previews. NOTE: There will be a Monday, Nov. 3 industry night performance at 7:30pm. Tickets may be purchased by calling 773.698.7389 or by visiting www.signalensemble.com.