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APAP|NYC 2024, The World's Premiere Gathering Of The Performing Arts Industry, Takes Place January 12-16

The Association of Performing Arts Professionals has announced early details about APAP|NYC 2024. The 67th annual conference APAP|NYC 2024 will take place in New York from January 12-16, 2024.
Review: Shakespeare's Tricky Dick RICHARD III Proves A Crooked Villain at The Strand

The Maryland Renaissance Festival and The Strand partner to present a one-weekend encore of the acclaimed RICHARD III by The Company Of Women. The Company are a force of craftswomanship the likes of which have not before been seen in Baltimore theater, and display a strong likelihood of becoming a major theatrical presence in the community.
The Shubert Foundation Gives Record $37.6 Million To 609 Arts Organizations Nationwide

The Shubert Foundation announced today a record $37.6 million in unrestricted grants to not-for-profit theatres, dance companies, academic theatre training programs, and related service agencies.
MacDowell and 92Y Announce Second Virtual Salon Exploring Identity and Artistic Vision

Historian, author, visual artist, and MacDowell Board Chair Nell Painter will lead the second in a series of free virtual discussions about the arts and creativity on Thursday, May 6, at 7 p.m. ET with memoirist and theatre artist P. Carl and novelists Michael Chabon and Chang-rae Lee. 
Michael Urie to Host The Acting Company's 2019 Gala

The Acting Company will honor director and artistic leader Sanford Robbins and business and philanthropic leader Richard C. Yanceya?" individuals whose exemplary work aligns with the artistic and educational ideals of the storied repertory company that produces nationally recognized theater productions and arts education programsa?"at the Company's 2019 Fall Gala, on October 28. Held at Capitale (130 Bowery, New York City), the festive Halloween-themed costume bash will bring together awards, live entertainment, silent and live auctions, dinner, dancing and cocktails in celebration of theater and its contribution to American society. The evening will be hosted by Drama Desk Award winner Michael Urie.
Fox Cities P.A.C. Announces 2019-20 Bemis Company Education Series And Additional Programs For Students And Educators

The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center announced the 2019-20 Bemis Company Education Series tonight to a group of educators at the annual Educator Appreciation Event. Educators were able to preview the 2019-20 education programs, schedule experiences and network with one another as they discussed how the arts integrate into their classroom.
PSO Features Met Opera Flutist Chelsea Knox At March Concerts

On Saturday, March 23 at 8 pm and Sunday March 24 at 4 pm, the Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) and Edward T. Cone Music Director Rossen Milanov welcome back former principal flute Chelsea Knox, now principal at the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, for a performance of Lowell Liebermann's Concerto for Flute and Orchestra, Op. 39.
Photo Flash: Inside the The Acting Company Gala

The Acting Company (Ian Belknap, Artistic Director; Elisa Spencer-Kaplan, Executive Director) honored director and artistic leader Bill Rauch and the married civic leaders Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel and Ambassador Carl Spielvogel- individuals whose exemplary work aligns with the artistic and educational ideals of the storied repertory company that produces nationally recognized theater productions and arts education programs-at the Company's 2018 Fall Gala, on November 12. Held at the historic Metropolitan Club (One East 60th Street), the event raised nearly $400,000 and brought together awards, live entertainment, silent and live auctions, dinner, and cocktails in celebration of theater and its contribution to American society. Tony Award-winner and The Acting Company alumna Harriet Harris hosted, with performances by Joanna A. Jones (Hamilton) and Tatiana Wechsler, featuring Russ Kaplan's Broadway Jazz. 
Harriet Harris Will Host The Acting Company's Fall Gala

The Acting Company (Ian Belknap, Artistic Director; Elisa Spencer-Kaplan, Executive Director) will honor director and artistic leader Bill Rauch and the married civic leaders Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel and Ambassador Carl Spielvogel- individuals whose exemplary work aligns with the artistic and educational ideals of the storied repertory company that produces nationally recognized theater productions and arts education programs-at the Company's 2018 Fall Gala, on November 12.
The Acting Company's 2018 Fall Gala Honors Bill Rauch, Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel And Ambassador Carl Spielvogel

The Acting Company (Ian Belknap, Artistic Director; Elisa Spencer-Kaplan, Executive Director) will honor director and artistic leader Bill Rauch and the married civic leaders Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel and Ambassador Carl Spielvogel- individuals whose exemplary work aligns with the artistic and educational ideals of the storied repertory company that produces nationally recognized theater productions and arts education programs-at the Company's 2018 Fall Gala, on November 12. Held at the historic Metropolitan Club (One East 60th Street), the event will bring together awards, live entertainment, silent and live auctions, dinner, and cocktails in celebration of theater and its contribution to American society.
The Acting Company to Honor Playwright John Guare at 2017 Winter Gala

The Acting Company will honor playwright John Guare and film and theater producer/philanthropist Anne L. Bernstein - two individuals whose exemplary work aligns with the artistic and educational ideals of the widely acclaimed touring repertory company that promotes theater and arts education nationwide - at the Company's 2017 Winter Gala, on December 4.
Photo Flash: National Black Theatre Celebrates Black Excellence With Teer Spirit Awards Gala

Dr. Barbara Ann Teer's National Black Theatre (NBT) put the spotlight on Black excellence in the spirit of joy at the ninth annual TEER Spirit Awards Gala on Wednesday, June 14.
MOONLIGHT's Tarell Alvin McCraney and More Will Be Honored at National Black Theatre's TEER Spirit Awards Gala

Dr. Barbara Ann Teer's National Black Theatre (NBT) will put the spotlight on Black excellence in the spirit of joy at the ninth annual TEER Spirit Awards Gala at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 14.
SRO Theatre Company to Produce Documentary to Chronicle Life of Johnnie Schmidt

SRO Theatre Company is proud to announce its plans to produce a documentary film on John Schmidt, a 95-year-old former member of the company whose life experiences include performing on Broadway, pole vaulting at OSU, WWII, frequent appearances on WOSU radio and television, being inducted into the OSU Sports Hall of Fame, and managing his Schmidt family tree farm in Bainbridge, Ohio. SRO is using the crowd-funding platform GoFundMe to finance My Name is Johnnie Schmidt, the working title of the project, which will include a wealth of information on John's life based on interviews with the still-vibrant senior and Upper Arlington native, as well as rarely-seen footage and photos of his notable life and career. Our goal is to premiere the finished work in the fall.
A GUIDE TO HAPPINESS by Life Coach Alan Shein is Released

SAN DIEGO, May 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ According to a Harris Poll, only 33% of Americans say they're very happy. San Diego life coach Alan Shein says that's not hard to believe. His clients often report that they are stressed and unable to enjoy life to its fullest. 'It doesn't have to be this way,' says Shein. 'I have studied the anatomy of happiness and practiced many effective techniques that can increase an individual's happiness.'
NYU's Tisch School of the Arts to Build Proscenium Theater

?Allyson Green, dean of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, has announced that noted philanthropist, businesswoman, and Tisch Dean's Council member Iris Cantor is giving $10 million to support the construction of NYU's first professional proscenium theater.  The performance space - part of a planned multi-use building on Bleecker St., due to break ground next year - will be named the Iris Cantor Theater.
National Black Theatre Celebrates 47th Anniversary at TEER Spirit Awards Gala Tonight

Dr. Barbara Ann Teer's National Black Theatre (NBT) will celebrate 47 years of keeping soul alive in Harlem with the eighth annual TEER Spirit Awards Gala tonight, June 18.
National Black Theatre to Celebrate 47th Anniversary at TEER Spirit Awards Gala Next Month

Dr. Barbara Ann Teer's National Black Theatre (NBT) will celebrate 47 years of keeping soul alive in Harlem with the eighth annual TEER Spirit Awards Gala on Thursday, June 18.
Public Theater, Soho Rep Productions & More Among 2015 Edward M. Kennedy Prize Finalists

Columbia University Libraries/Information Services, on behalf of the board of the Edward M. Kennedy Prize for Drama Inspired by American History, has announced the five finalist works for the 2015 award:
Photo Flash: Inside The Acting Company's Gala with Billy Porter & More

Jesse L. Martin, Billy Porter, David Rockefeller, Jr., and Stephen DeRosa more honored NYU Tisch School of the Arts' Dean Emerita Mary Schmidt Campbell and Municipal Arts Society's President Vin Cipolla at The Acting Company's Gala on November 17 at 360 Degrees Tribeca. Check out photos from the event below!

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