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Review: RICHARD III presented by Shoreside Theatre at The PUMPHOUSE , Takapuna, Auckland
by Glenda Pearce - Jan 22, 2025

Creatively directed by Catherine Boniface, and innovatively reimagined and set in the sordid, dangerous world of post-war London’s gang culture, “Richard III” is a play about political power, manipulation, betrayal and deceit.

San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon to Present LAURIE ROLDAN SINGS A SONG FOR YOU
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2024

Laurie Roldan will perform a cabaret concert inspired by Karen Carpenter's music at The Gateway Theatre in San Francisco. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: THE WINTER'S TALE at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum
by Amanda Callas - Jun 13, 2024

The Winter’s Tale at Will Geer Theatricum Botanical is a true joy of a production. There is a terrific cast of lively, powerhouse performers and many irresistible moments of magic, delight, drama, and fall-out-your-chair-laughing hilarity.  I absolutely loved it.

Photos: THE WINTER'S TALE Opens Outdoor Summer Season At Theatricum This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2024

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum opens its 2024 summer repertory season in rustic Topanga Canyon this weekend with “The Winter’s Tale,” William Shakespeare’s sweeping romance of passion and forgiveness. Check out the photos, below.

THE WINTER'S TALE & A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM to Kick Off Theatricum's Outdoor Summer Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2024

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum will open its 2024 summer repertory season with two productions by the Bard. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Matthew Jordan Smith Honors The Late Aretha Franklin With New Coffee Table Book
by Michael Major - Mar 26, 2024

Celebrity photographer Matthew Jordan Smith releases ARETHA COOL: THE INTIMATE PORTRAITS, a coffee table book honoring Aretha Franklin. The 256-page book showcases her musical genius and cultural influence from 2005 to 2018. The photographs illustrate the musical genius of The Queen of Soul.

Angela Bassett & Courtney B. Vance to Host The Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS
by Michael Major - Sep 19, 2023

This power couple’s company, Bassett Vance Productions is in partnership with MTVE Studios to create diverse and inclusive content for Paramount Global. Their first project, “One Thousand Years of Slavery,” aired in February 2022 on the Smithsonian Channel, and “Heist 88,” a feature film starring Vance, will air on Paramount+.

WyoFolk Project Performance Features Wyoming Songwriters
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2023

Participants in The WyoFolk Project will take the stage at the WYO Performing Arts and Education Center. Learn more about the performance here!

Erykah Badu Joins THE PIANO LESSON Film Adaptation For Musical Cameo
by Michael Major - May 30, 2023

Erykah Badu has joined Netflix's upcoming film adaptation of The Piano Lesson. Badu will make a cameo for musical performances in the new feature. She will join Samuel L. Jackson, John David Washington, Ray Fisher, and Michael Potts, who will be reprising their Broadway performances in the film.

Showtime Sports Documentary Films Presents NYC POINT GODS
by Michael Major - Jun 2, 2022

SHOWTIME Sports Documentary Films is announcing NYC POINT GODS, spotlighting the enduring impact of New York City point guards who honed their craft and developed their legendary showmanship on the city’s iconic playgrounds and high school gyms in the 1980s and ’90s.

Berkeley Playhouse Will Present LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2022

Berkeley Playhouse continues its 13th season of musical theater productions with Little Shop of Horrors, performing May 27 to July 3, 2022.

NBC Announces AMERICAN SONG CONTEST Contestants
by Michael Major - Mar 3, 2022

The 56 artists span a wide range of performers, from undiscovered talent, up-and-coming new artists, and rising stars to established and legendary icons. From the producers of “Eurovision Song Contest” and “The Voice,” the all-live music competition series, hosted by Snoop Dogg and Kelly Clarkson. Check out the full list of contestants now!

Artpark Expands Commitment To Indigenous Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2021

Artpark & Company is expanding its commitment to Indigenous programming throughout its summer 2021 season.

Artpark & Company Announces Free Family Saturdays
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 9, 2021

Artpark & Company has announced FREE Family Saturdays as part of the summer 2021 season on Saturdays from June 19, 2021-August 28, 2021, from 12pm-4pm at the Artpark Amphitheater, 450 S 4th St, Lewiston, NY 14092. 

The UC San Diego Department Of Theatre And Dance Presents The 2021 Wagner New Play Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 1, 2021

The UC San Diego Department Of Theatre And Dance presents the 2021 Wagner New Play Festival.

Artpark & Company Announces 2021 Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2021

Artpark & Company announces its 2021 season, which kicks off on May 15, 2021 with interactive tour Sonic Trails curated and co-produced by Sozo Creative and designed by the Holladay Brothers.

Blumenthal Performing Arts Announces 2021 Blumey Awards Nominees
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2021

Blumenthal Performing Arts has announced the nominees competing for Best Actor and Best Actress in this year’s High School Musical Theater Awards, also known as The Blumey Awards, presented by Wells Fargo that will air on PBS Charlotte Tuesday, May 25th at 8pm.

UC San Diego Department Of Theatre And Dance Presents A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 23, 2021

Shakespeare's intertwined love polygons begin to get complicated from the start--Demetrius and Lysander both want Hermia but she only has eyes for Lysander. Bad news is, Hermia's father wants Demetrius for a son-in-law. On the outside is Helena, whose unreturned love burns hot for Demetrius.

THE SHOW WILL GO ON A Youth Benefit Concert Will Support Chicago Theatres
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2020

The Show Will Go On! promises to be an evening of joy featuring more than 60 of Chicagoland's best young professional actors covering their favorite musical theatre songs. Chicago-area theatres have been hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic with many shows not set to open until 2021.

Steady Wells Releases New Single 'Battles'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jul 27, 2020

Lincoln, NE songwriter Jordan Smith releases 'Battles', his debut folk-pop single as Steady Wells.