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Interview: Charles H. Eaton of DON GIOVANNI at Minnesota Opera

Don Giovanni is an egotistical and infamous womanizer, brazen in his shameless seductions. But his betrayals soon catch up to him when divine retribution exacts the ultimate price. Set in the 1930s, this new production centers the women who cross paths with Don Giovanni and ultimately deliver his grim fate. Mozart's sharp and otherworldly opera seamlessly blends dark comedy with biting social commentary, all set to some of opera's most stirring music.

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; The Naples Players Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Stats Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; at The Naples Players Leads Best Ensemble Performance!

The latest standings as of Monday, December 12th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards; The Naples Players Leads Favorite Local Theatre!

The latest standings as of Monday, December 5th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Ft. Myers/Naples Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

BWW Review: AVENUE Q at The Laboratory Theater Of Florida

The Laboratory Theater of Florida's production of the musical AVENUE Q tells the story of recent college graduate Princeton and his search for his purpose in life. He winds up on Avenue Q and meets a girl named Kate Monster.

Musical Days Productions Presents A PORTRAIT OF BEETHOVEN

Musical Days Productions, Mari Kodama and Kent Nagano announced “A Portrait of BEETHOVEN: 32 Sonatas for Piano,” a four-concert festival featuring world class performers in a celebration of the anniversary of Beethoven's 250th birthday, October 9–10, 2021.

The George Rickey Foundation Appoints New Executive Director

The George Rickey Foundation has announced the appointment of Richard Benefield as its new executive director.

The Theatre Group At SBCC Presents HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS

The Theatre Group at SBCC opens the 2019-20 season with the lively musical HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING, July 10-27, 2019, in the Garvin Theatre.  Book by Abe Burrows, Jack Weinstock and Willie Gilbert, Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser.             

Photo Flash: TV & Film Fans and Famous Gather For Three New Exhibits At Hollywood Museum

The Hollywood Museum made history this week by unveiling three exhibits simultaneously, including THE BATMAN 80TH ANNIVERSARY, THE CATWOMEN, THE BIONIC WOMAN AND & THE SIX MILLION DOLLAR MAN EXHIBITS.

Conejo Players Theatre Presents First Musical of Their 60th Anniversary Season, Leonard Bernstein's CANDIDE

This spring, Conejo Players Theatre continues celebrating our incredible 60th Anniversary while also commemorating what would've been Leonard Bernstein's 100th birthday with a truly unique production of his comedic operetta based on Voltaire's satire of innocence, optimism, and the unexpected lessons of life … Candide.

Theatre Conspiracy presents the World Premiere of NOLI TIMERE (Don't Be Afraid) by Jared Michael Delaney

Theatre Conspiracy presents the world premiere of the thrilling and suspenseful NOLI TIMERE (Don't Be Afraid) by Jared Michael Delaney and directed by Bill Taylor at the Alliance for the Arts. NOLI TIMERE (Don't Be Afraid) is the winner of Theatre Conspiracy's 2016/2017 New Play Contest. The contest, now in its 18th year, provides opportunity for audiences to get involved with play selection and production. This is the last production of Theatre Conspiracy's 2016/2017 season.

M Lamar Releases FUNERAL DOOM SPIRITUAL and SURVEILLANCE PUNISHMENT AND THE BLACK PSYCHE Today

After listening to a few songs from 'Speculum Orum - Shackled to the Dead', the 2013 record from Brooklyn-based, genre-defying composer/vocalist/pianist and visual/fine artist M Lamar, esteemed composer/vocalist/artist Diamanda Galas proclaimed, 'THIS BITCH CAN SING!' Now Lamar, whose music crosses opera, metal and blues, is getting ready to release two new albums, 'Funeral Doom Spiritual' and 'Surveillance Punishment and the Black Psyche' today, January 27, 2017.

M Lamar to Release FUNERAL DOOM SPIRITUAL and SURVEILLANCE PUNISHMENT AND THE BLACK PSYCHE, 1/27

After listening to a few songs from 'Speculum Orum - Shackled to the Dead', the 2013 record from Brooklyn-based, genre-defying composer/vocalist/pianist and visual/fine artist M Lamar, esteemed composer/vocalist/artist Diamanda Galas proclaimed, 'THIS BITCH CAN SING!' 

VIDEO: First Look - Sherri Shepherd Joins Season 2 of WE tv's MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN

WE tv's hit reality dating competition, "MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN," is set to return for season two today, May 19 at 10pmET/PT.

VIDEO: First Look - Sherri Shepherd Joins Season 2 of WE tv's MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN

WE tv's hit reality dating competition, "MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN," is set to return for season two on Thursday, May 19 at 10pmET/PT.

Dirk Lammers Releases BASEBALL'S NO-HIT WONDERS

DENVER, CO - Just in time for the upcoming baseball season, Unbridled Books releases Baseball's No-Hit Wonders: More Than a Century of Pitching's Greatest Feats, which fleshes out the most colorful characters and amazing performances from baseball's 294 no-hit efforts and weaves them into a series of compelling narratives. Legendary Hall of Famers share pages with struggling journeymen and wide-eyed rookies in this entertaining look at some of baseball's most memorable moments.

The Living Legends Foundation Names 2015 Honorees

The Living Legends Foundation, Inc. (LLF) today announces the 2015 honorees for its 19th Living Legends Awards Celebration. The organization returns to Los Angeles for its second awards dinner and gala. The event will be held on Friday, October 9, at 7:00 p.m. at Taglyan Cultural Complex, 1201 N. Vine Street, Hollywood, CA. 

WE tv to Premiere New Series MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN, 2/4

After a series of dates, romantic rendezvous, harsh eliminations, and solicited (and unsolicited) advice from the Pastor and his mother, find out if Shawn finally meets his match. 'Match Made in Heaven' premieres on WE tv, Wednesday, February 4 at 10pm ET/PT

INTO THE WOODS, JERSEY BOYS Among 2015 Golden Reel Nominees for Sound Editing

The nominations for the 2015 GOLDEN REEL AWARDS have been announced. The awards, which are presented by the Motion Picture Sound Editors, recognize the industry's best work in sound editing.

Dean Project to Open Bryan Drury's 'SUPERNATURAL,' 12/6-1/4

DEAN PROJECT presents Supernatural: Religious, Theological & Spiritual Leaders Series by Bryan Drury On view: December 6, 2013 - January 4, 2014.