Singer-Songwriter Robin Batteau To Debut New Album At Club Passim On January 29
Singer and Songwriter Robin Batteau brings his unique new project, Banned in Sparta, to the Passim stage on January 29th. Inspired by ancient Greek Lyric Poets like Sappho, Simonides, and Corinna from the 5th and 6th and 7th centuries BCE, Banned in Sparta, combines the incredible songwriting talents of Batteau with the iconic voices from New England's folk scene like Tom Rush, Carolyn Hester, Tom Paxton, Livingston Taylor, Kate Taylor, and Eric Andersen. Batteau elevates the myths and ancient struggles of the Greek tragedies into modern folk classics. Robin's sister Yani, who plays clawhammer style banjo, will open the show and join him onstage for a few songs. Tickets are on sale now at Passim.org.
Photos: Jim Caruso's Cast Party Continues To Dazzle
You can’t say Jim Caruso’s Cast Party hasn’t had staying power! Every Monday night for the past eighteen years, musical talent has been celebrated on the Birdland stage. Superstars, up-and-comers, Broadway legends, jazzers and cabaret divas have all been in the spotlight and taken a turn at the grand piano.
Huntington Theatre Company Announces New Board Members
Huntington Theatre Company has announced the election of 4 new board members, and the promotion of two Huntington Advisors to Trustee level. The election took place during the Huntington's year-end meeting of the Board of Trustees and Advisors on June 8, 2020.
Quvenzhané Wallis Joins Lineup for CAN'T STOP SINGING THAT SONG
Academy Award-nominated actress Quvenzhané Wallis will join the Boston Children's Chorus (BCC), bassist Carlos Henriquez and a 15-piece big band featuring members of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra this Sunday, October 20th at the Berklee Performance Center for Can't Stop Singing That Song, a celebration of the music of Aline Shader.
Virginia Rep's Children's Theatre Presents TUCK EVERLASTING: TYA EDITION
Virginia Repertory Theatre announces the company of the first production of the 2019/2020 Children's Season, Tuck Everlasting, opening Friday, October 18, 2019, at the Children's Theatre at Willow Lawn. This Co-World Premiere, adapted for young audiences from the 2016 Broadway Production, is a magical adventure for the whole family. Natalie Babbitt's effervescent children's novel leaps from page to stage in this vibrant new musical, onstage through December 1, 2019, at the Children's Theatre at Willow Lawn, 1601 Willow Lawn Drive, Richmond, Virginia 23230.
Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Announce Staff Changes
Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO) has expanded the role of General Manager Kate Kammeyer to also include serving as Artistic Administrator, and has promoted several other LACO staff members as well, according to LACO Executive Director Scott Harrison. Assuming growing roles are LACO employees Taylor Lockwood, promoted to Operations Manager; Brandon Faber advanced to Assistant Director of Events and Sponsorships; Dina-Marie Weineck boosted to Executive Assistant & Board Liaison; and Alana Miles, elevated to Advancement Associate.
PINKALICIOUS Comes to Virginia Rep's Children's Theatre
Virginia Repertory Theatre opens Pinkalicious on Friday, April 2, 2018, at the Children's Theatre at Willow Lawn. Based on the popular children's book series, co-authors Elizabeth Kann and Victoria Kann have partnered with composer and lyricist John Gregor to add a musical touch to the story of a little girl as she becomes confident enough to embrace who she is... and her love of the color pink. The show will run through May 13, 2018 at the Children's Theatre at Willow Lawn, 1601 Willow Lawn Drive, Richmond, Virginia 23230.
BALL' Brand Fresh Preserving Products by Newell Brands Celebrates 7th Annual Can-It Forward Day
Sharing is at the heart of home canning and something created by hand, and made with love, is what fills each jar. To continue honoring this cherished tradition, Ball Brand Fresh Preserving Products by Newell Brands is celebrating the 7 th Annual Can-It Forward Day. On August 5, 2017, Ball Brand Fresh Preserving Products by Newell Brands invites new and seasoned canners to come together to celebrate the act of canning and sharing the season's bounty.
Watch: BEAUTIFUL's Jessie Mueller Performs GILMORE GIRLS Theme
In honor of The WB's long-running dramedy GILMORE GIRLS series debut on Netflix today, Tony-winning BEAUTIFUL star Jessie Mueller performed the show's theme song 'Where You Lead', accompanied by Dillon Kondor. Watch her sing the song for BuzzFeed here!