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Recipients Unveiled For 5th Annual Philadelphia Independence Awards For High School Musical Theater

The Philadelphia Independence Awards celebrated outstanding high school musical theater performances and productions in the Philadelphia region, with adjudication by theater professionals and educators. See the awardees and learn more!
Review: THE MUSIC MAN at Moorestown Theater Company

What did our critic think of THE MUSIC MAN at Moorestown Theater Company?
Ranaan Meyer Returns to the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra To Play With Students at a Gala

Philadelphia Youth Orchestra (PYO) alumnus, double bass player Ranaan Meyer, returns as special guest artist for the PYO Music Institute Gala on Friday, March 24 at The Union League of Philadelphia.
The 6abc Dunkin' Thanksgiving Day Parade Celebration Announces Return

The event is hosted by 6abc Action News’ Rick Williams, Cecily Tynan, Adam Joseph, Karen Rogers and Alicia Vitarelli with special guest host Carson Kressley, Emmy®-award winning daytime talk show host Tamron Hall and Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee of “Good Morning America.”  The special will also include appearances from Disney and ABC favorites!
More Celebrities Join 6ABC DUNKIN' THANKSGIVING DAY CELEBRATION

6abc, Philadelphia’s most-watched television station and leading news source, rings in the holiday season with its 10-year title sponsor Dunkin for the “The 6abc Dunkin’ Thanksgiving Day Celebration,” on Thursday, Nov. 26 (8:30 a.m. EST).
DJ Jazzy Jeff, Carson Kressley & More Join ABC 6 DUNKIN' THANKSGIVING DAY CELEBRATION

6abc, Philadelphia’s most-watched television station and leading news source, rings in the holiday season with its 10-year title sponsor Dunkin for the “The 6abc Dunkin’ Thanksgiving Day Celebration,” on Thursday, Nov. 26 (8:30 a.m. EST).
Ethan Davidson Named Chairman Of Michigan Opera Theatre

Michigan Opera Theatre (MOT) announced today the election of Ethan Davidson as Chairman of its Board of Directors and Trustees. Davidson succeeds Rick Williams, who has served as Chairman for the past 17 years. Williams announced earlier this year that he would not stand for re-election. The transition, which will include a restructuring of the board, will take effect at the upcoming Annual Meeting Nov. 14.
Stephen Lord Resigns as Principal Conductor of Michigan Opera Theatre

Michigan Opera Theatre announced today that its Principal Conductor Stephen Lord has resigned from the company, effective immediately. MOT accepted the resignation following public allegations of Lord's past behavior, which do not align with the Company's values and standards.
Photo Flash: First Look at triangle productions!' THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE

James Sharinghousen leads a cast of five as Casey. He has been working as an Elvis impersonator however, business has not been well, and he is replaced by two drag queens - Miss Tracy (Frederick Williams/T'Kara) and Rexy (Colin Kane).
Michigan Opera Theatre Announces $4 Million Grant For Community Outreach, Educational Programming And Facility Improvements

Michigan Opera Theatre (MOT) announced today it has been awarded a $4 million grant from the William Davidson Foundation. The landmark gift to the company's comprehensive campaign is designated to support continued artistic excellence, community and educational outreach, and an enhanced patron experience through infrastructure and facility improvements to the David DiChiera Center for the Performing Arts and its Detroit Opera House. In addition, it serves as a call to action to inspire individuals and corporations to join in supporting MOT. 
Tenor Anthony Kearns To Perform During The 98th Annual 6ABC Dunkin Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade

World-renowned Tenor Anthony Kearns will be a guest performer in the nation's oldest parade - the 98th Annual 6abc Dunkin' Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade in Philadelphia, PA on Thursday, November 22, 2018, it was officially announced.
Michigan Opera Theatre Founder David DiChiera Passes Away of Pancreatic Cancer

Dr. David DiChiera, Founder and long-time General Director of Michigan Opera Theatre (MOT), died today at his home in Detroit with his family by his side. He was 83 years old and had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in March, 2017.
BWW Review: ANNIE at Moorestown Theater Company

Leapin' Lizards! Moorestown Theater Company's 150th production is the show that started it all for them - ANNIE!
BWW “Spotlight on” The Moorestown Theater Company's ANNIE

It all started with ANNIE and is still going strong, as Moorestown Theater Company welcomes back that 'perky redhead'.
OPERA America's 2018 National Opera Trustee Recognition Award Recipients Announced

OPERA America, the national service organization for opera and the nation's leading champion for American opera, is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2018 National Opera Trustee Recognition Awards. Now in their 11th year, these awards honor outstanding trustees of U.S. opera companies for their exemplary leadership, generosity and audience-building efforts on behalf of their respective organizations.
Park Avenue Armory presents North American Premiere of 3D Chamber Opera

Composer and director Michel van der Aa's perspective-bending chamber opera Blank Out, based on the life and work of South African poet Ingrid Jonker, is reimagined within Park Avenue Armory's Wade Thompson Drill Hall in its North American premiere this September. Miah Persson performs live and is accompanied by a 3D film featuring Roderick Williams and the Netherlands Chamber Choir. The design of the space will capitalize on the malleability of the Drill Hall and the unique backdrop of its architecture with elements that heighten the panoramic landscapes found in the film, utilize the room's iconic vaulted ceiling, and create a stage that is interchangeably vast and intimate throughout the production.
The Dallas Opera Announces Season Opening Festivities

The Dallas Opera announces its magnificent kick-off event of the 2017-2018 Season FIRST NIGHT. Dedicated philanthropists Dianne and Mark H. LaRoe chair the festivities and Nancy A. Nasher and David J. Haemisegger are Honorary Chairs. The Presenting Sponsor is Deutsche Bank Wealth Management.
Conductors Announced for 2017 Hart Institute at The Dallas Opera

The Dallas Opera is proud to announce the names of the six distinguished professionals selected to participate in the third annual residency of the Linda and Mitch Hart Institute for Women Conductors at The Dallas Opera taking place November 5 - 19, 2017 in Dallas, Texas:
Dallas Opera Announces 2017 Maria Callas Debut Artist of the Year

The Dallas Opera is delighted to announce the winner of the 2017 "Maria Callas Debut Artist of the Year" Award: luminous Italian-American soprano Marina Costa-Jackson.
Only Three Weeks Left To Experience THE BODYGUARD

Sydney audiences have only three weeks left to see the award-winning hit musical THE BODYGUARD. The Sydney season ends on 2 July before heading to Brisbane's Lyric Theatre and then Melbourne's Regent Theatre. With people on their feet dancing at the end of every performance and four and five star reviews online, audiences are loving the iconic story and their favourite hits like I'm Every Woman, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, How Will I Know and I Will Always Love You.

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