John Allen

Review: THE LONDON 50-HOUR IMPROVATHON, Wilton's Music Hall

'Directed by Adam Meggido and Ali James, The London 50-hour Improvathon is exactly what it says on the tin - a show that takes place over fifty hours in London, bringing together improvisational actors to create an absolutely wild weekend.'

Seaglass Theater Company Presents LA TRAGEDIE DE CARMEN

On March 25 at 7:30 PM, and March 26 at 3:00PM, Seaglass Theater Company will present La Tragédie de Carmen at Gallery X in the historic Seaport Cultural District of New Bedford, MA.

Kam Franklin Releases Solo Single 'A Bitch Didn't Listen'

“A Bitch Didn’t Listen” was produced by Franklin and co-written with Sara Van Buskirk. The song features Sara Van Buskirk (guitars and BGVs), Geoffrey Muller (bass), Ed “Blacknintendo” Prevost (piano and organ), Will Van Horn (pedal steel) and The Suffers’ Jose “Chapy” Luna (drums and percussion).

Songwriter James McMurtry to Come to the Boulder Theater

In James McMurtry’s new effort, The Horses and the Hounds, the acclaimed songwriter backs personal narratives with effortless elegance (“Canola Fields”) and endless energy (“If It Don’t Bleed”). This first collection in seven years, due August 20 on New West Records, spotlights a seasoned tunesmith in peak form as he turns toward reflection (“Vaquero”) and revelation (closer “Blackberry Winter”). Familiar foundations guide the journey. “There’s a definite Los Angeles vibe to this record,” McMurtry says. “The ghost of Warren Zevon seems to be stomping around among the guitar tracks. Don’t know how he got in there. He never signed on for work for hire.”

Opera Ithaca Presents THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO This Week

Opera Ithaca presents Mozart's genius comedy, The Marriage of Figaro, at Hamblin Hall at the Community School for Music and Arts on April 8 at 7:00 PM and April 10 at 2:00 PM.

Pre-Orders for Mobley's YOUNG & DYING IN THE OCCIDENT SUPREME Available Now

Today, Last Gang Records announces that preorders are now available for “Young & Dying in the Occident Supreme,” the highly anticipated new record from Mobley dropping on Feb. 19, 2021. The Texas-based musician and filmmaker also shares a trailer for his ambitious visual EP that’s accompanying the record.

STONE HORSES Releases Video For Title Track From Second EP

Baltimore’s STONE HORSES--singer John Allen, drummer Jason Heiser, bassist Rick Reynolds and co-founding guitarist Teddy Merrill—has premiered the first video for the title track from their second EP, GOOD OL’ DAYS, which was released July 31 via Broken World Records, distributed by Digitally Sound Records/The Orchard/Sony.

BWW Feature: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Delights Audiences With Live Performances At Pinot's Palette

Masks, mayhem, and mischief filled the room during the live performances Shakespeare's most beloved comedies, A Midsummer Night's Dream. Hosted by Bard at the Bar at Pinot's Palette (The District), the audience appreciated Shakespeare's night with Bard at the Bar's unique interpretation.

Laura Russo Begins Term As Chair Of The Coral Gables Community Foundation, Welcomes Three New Board Members

The Coral Gables Community Foundation welcomes Laura Russo as the 19th Chair of the Coral Gables Community Foundation Board of Directors for the 2020-2021 term.

THE CROSSING Will Host A Site-Specific Presentation At The Washington Crossing Park On The Delaware River

The new musical, The Crossing and the Ten Crucial Days, will present an industry reading at the Washington Crossing Park on the Delaware River in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, where the titular crossing took place. Directed by Gabriel Vega Weissman (Titus Burgess in Concert), with book and lyrics by Jason Huza (It Happened in Key West) and music by John Allen Watts, the reading will take place on September 5th, 2019. With support from The Washington Crossing Park, The Ten Crucial Days Organization, and the Crossing Vineyards, the site-specific musical presentation is drawing on the local roots.

BWW Review: Discover an Abundance of Hope in SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD at Birmingham Festival Theatre

'Songs for a New World' at Birmingham Festival Theatre is a very intimate performance with powerful vocals and surprises. The take away is to embrace the power of unity, hope and resilience. We all have struggles that seem to be too much to bear. This wonderful show shares the truth that you are not alone, and you are stronger than you think.

BWW Interview: The Cast of SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD Share Creative Insights at Birmingham Festival Theatre

'Songs for a New World' is not a typical (Beginning -middle and end) linear musical. It is a collection of powerful songs that examines life, love and the choices that we make.I was able to speak with some the cast to get their creative insight into giving life to this popular musical.

Arizona Citizens For The Arts Names 19 Legislative Arts Champions

Nineteen Arizona legislators from districts across the state have been named Arts Champions for their advocacy and support for arts funding and education during the recently concluded state legislative session. 

Coral Gables Museum Board Member Celebrated For Public Contributions

Recognizing the untapped potential for arts and culture in Coral Gables, MG Developer CEO and public art philanthropist Alirio Torrealba was celebrated at the Coral Gables Museum for his work in revitalizing and shaping the city's creative atmosphere.

Reelz Announces May 2019 Original Programming

REELZ today announced new original programming for May 2019 including two new documentaries, new specials and a new series. The documentaries are led by Cher: Do You Believe? celebrating the pop culture icon who redefined celebrity with her award winning work in music, movies and TV. At the far opposite end of the celebrity spectrum is the infamous serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer whose decent into chaos is chronicled in the two-part documentary Jeffrey Dahmer: Killer Cannibal. In new The Real Story of... specials the true stories behind blockbuster movies take center stage with behind the scenes looks at Lone Survivor, American Made, Boston Strangler and many more. And finally Deborah Norville reveals the untold stories behind headline grabbing criminals and examines the lasting impact they have on movies, TV shows and pop culture in new series Executed with Deborah Norville.

BWW Previews: MIDLANDS THEATRE ROUNDUP at Columbia, SC 3/15 - PETER PAN AND WENDY, NEWSIES, and More!

It's a packed St. Pat's weekend on Midlands stages!

BWW Previews: MIDLANDS THEATRE ROUNDUP in Columbia, SC 3/8 - Chapin Theatre Company presents GETTING SARA MARRIED!

Chapin and CCT bring down the curtain while Town keeps carrying the banner and Trustus opens off-site!

BWW Previews: MIDLANDS THEATRE ROUNDUP in Columbia, SC 3/1 - SOMETHING ROTTEN, THE WOLVES, and More!

It's a very busy weekend for theatre in the Midlands!

The AIB Network Celebrates 50 Years Of Connecting People

Throughout 2019, the AIB Network (Atlanta Interfaith Broadcasters), will commemorate 'Connecting People for 50 Years' with special programming and events. The 'Best of AIB,' a monthly series premiering January 3rd, will feature AIB's award-winning content. 'AIB Classics' is a weekly series premiering January 5 featuring programs from the AIB archives. AIB will also host a special 50th Anniversary Celebration on May 23, 2019.

REELZ Kicks Off Winter 2019 Slate with a Return to the 1970s with New Specials, New Series and Returning Series

REELZ today announced new original programming for winter 2019 including four new specials, three new series and three returning series. Highlighting the specials is the U.S. premiere of Saturday Night Fever: The Ultimate Disco Movie celebrating the 40th anniversary of the movie shot guerrilla style on the streets of Brooklyn with a BeeGees soundtrack and a fledgling 23-year-old John Travolta that became a cultural phenomenon. At the heart of '70s disco fever is one of the biggest voices that shaped contemporary music in Donna Summer and the new special Donna Summer: Disco Queenshows how she became the queen of disco ushering in a new era of sound that is still heard today. Donna Summer: Disco Queen leads a week packed with '70s themed programming starting Monday, January 14 with shows about the celebrities, music and movies that defined a generation.