Lauren Anderson

Ucross To Receive $40,000 Award From The National Endowment Of The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

Ucross has announced that it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $40,000.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park Unveils 2025 Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive Guest Artists And Auditions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2025

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park has revealed auditions and Guest Artists for the Kaatsbaan Ballet Intensive, from June 23 - August 16, 2025. Learn how audition.

BIG CHRISTMAS ENERGY Comes to Dudley Riggs Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2024

Hennepin Arts has announced that Brave New Workshop is rolling into the holidays with Big Christmas Energy, their hilarious annual holiday celebration full of sketches and songs to make your spirits bright.

Houston Contemporary Dance Company Announces 2024-2025 6th Season Programing
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2024

Houston Contemporary Dance Company announces its 2024 season featuring innovative performances and collaborations with renowned choreographers.

Justine Blazer Releases New Music Video For 'Ain't No Cure Like The Blues'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2024

Justine Blazer receives multiple award nominations and releases a new music video for her hit single 'Ain't No Cure Like The Blues,' featuring Lauren Anderson. Recorded in Muscle Shoals, AL.

POP CULTURE JEOPARDY! Spin-Off to Highlight Broadway, Movies & More
by Josh Sharpe - May 14, 2024

Pop Culture Jeopardy! is a brand-new twist on the classic quiz show’s “answer-and-question” format that combines the academic rigor of Jeopardy! with the excitement and unpredictability of pop culture. Contestants, playing in teams of three, will need to be experts in categories from Alternative Rock to The Avengers; Broadway to MMA; Gen Z to Zendaya as they compete in a tournament-style event for the grand prize and ultimate bragging rights.

Cortland Repertory Reveals Winners of 2023-24 Pavilion Awards
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024

The winners for the 19th annual Cortland Repertory Theatre “Pavilion Awards” were announced on Sunday, May 5 at CRT Downtown in the city of Cortland. 

Ucross and Houston Ballet  Reveal Inaugural Recipient of the Lauren Anderson Dance Residency
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2024

 Ucross and Houston Ballet have announced the inaugural recipient of the Lauren Anderson Dance Residency at Ucross: Jack Wolff of Houston, Texas. 

Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre Appoints Katie Maltais as Managing Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 26, 2023

Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre has announced Katie Maltais as its new Managing Director. Delve into Maltais' background and the impact she aims to make on the theater's operations and artistic endeavors.

Ucross To Host 40th Anniversary Gala Honoring Governor And First Lady Gordon
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 6, 2023

In celebration of the artist residency program's 40th anniversary, Ucross is hosting a gala and fundraising dinner on Wednesday, September 27. Ucross will present Gov. Mark Gordon and First Lady Jennie Gordon with its Outstanding Patrons of the Arts Award for their generosity and commitment to the arts in Wyoming. 

Ucross And Houston Ballet Announce New Dance Residency
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2023

​​​​​​​Ucross and Houston Ballet have joined forces to establish an exciting new resource for choreographers and dancers, the Lauren Anderson Dance Residency at Ucross. The new fellowship will provide Houston Ballet choreographers and performers with four weeks of uninterrupted time and space at the acclaimed artist residency program in northern Wyoming.

Lauren Anderson To Be Honored At Ucross Ribbon Cutting
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 15, 2022

​​​​​​​Ucross will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Lauren Anderson Dance Studio and Koehler Performing Arts Center on Saturday, December 17, at 11 a.m.

Blues Rocker Lauren Anderson to Release New Disc 'Burn it all Down'
by Michael Major - Aug 9, 2022

Lauren's never been shy about sharing her influences. She draws her inspiration from an eclectic array of artists, including Bonnie Raitt, Etta James, Eva Cassidy, Nina Simone, Whitney Houston, Beyonce, and the Pointer Sisters, the many. Yet, simultaneously, she refuses to be bound by any parameters.

Brave New Workshop Presents THIS SHOW IS CHEARPER THAN GAS, On Sale Friday, August 22
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2022

Hennepin Theatre Trust has announced that the Brave New Workshop (BNW) continues its summer comedy in a brand new show, This Show Is Cheaper Than Gas – America on Empty. With America's needle quivering near empty, the country is almost out of gas, literally and figuratively. If you feel your gas light is on, it's time to refuel with laughter Thursday, Aug. 11 through Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, at 824 Hennepin Avenue., in downtown Minneapolis This is Brave New Workshop's 305th show with preview performances beginning Thursday, Aug. 11 and an opening night scheduled for Friday, Aug. 19, 2022.

The Ruth Page Center For The Arts Announces Silvino da Silva As Its New Executive Director
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 7, 2022

Silvino da Silva, who has served as acting executive director since late 2020, has been chosen as the next executive director of The Ruth Page Center for the Arts by its Board of Directors, effective immediately.

Houston Ballet Announces Lauren Anderson Young Dancer Scholarship Fund
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 31, 2022

Houston Ballet has announced the establishment of the Lauren Anderson Young Dancer Scholarship Fund in recognition of Houston Ballet's first African American Principal Dancer, Lauren Anderson.

Photos: First Look at DREAMBOATS & PETTICOATS: BRINGING ON BACK THE GOOD TIMES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2022

Hit recording star of Venus in Blue Jeans, Go Away Little Girl, It’s Almost Tomorrow and many more, Mark Wynter will be joining a company of established Dreamboats and Petticoats favourites from the past fifteen years.

Live Web Series for Kids, NOODLE PIE ISLAND, to Begin Season 2
by Marissa Tomeo - Feb 26, 2022

Actor/Comedian Lauren Anderson (Brave New Workshop) teamed up with artist and Executive Director Joe Dressel (Netflix), along with Associate Producer Nissa Nordland Morgan (Twin Cities Horror Fest, Special When Lit) to create a YouTube-based Interactive Children's Television Show. Join Captain Laroo (Lauren Anderson) and the rest of the NoodleHead Crew on the island each week, as they use the power of imagination to go on adventures and help each other! 

COCA Announces 2021�"2022 COCApresents Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2021

COCA-Center of Creative Arts announces its 2021–2022 COCApresents season, which runs from November 5, 2021–July 24, 2022. COCApresents, COCA's signature performance series, is comprised of returning favorites and COCA premieres for audiences of all ages. 

Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, May 27- Broadway's Next On Stage Top 5 and More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 27, 2021

Today (May 27) in live streaming: Meet the Top 5 High Schoolers of Next On Stage, it's Game Night on Stars in the House, and more!