1,000+ Artists, 500+ Free Events, Hands-On Learning and More Announced For The REACH
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2019
With more than 1,000 artists and more than 500 free events in three new sunlit pavilions and more than 130,000 square feet of new landscaped green space at the nation's cultural capital, the REACH opens its doors in exactly one month's time with 16 full days of creativity in action, providing artists and audiences with the opportunity to experience art as never before. Marking the first expansion at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in its 48-year history, the REACH welcomes the public with an inclusive, multi-genre, multidisciplinary Opening Festival on September 7a?"22. See the video trailer here.
Full Cast Announced For BRIDESMAIDS: A DANCE NARRATIVE This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2019
Bridesmaids: A Dance Narrative is set to run Aug 3 630 PM, Aug 4 1 PM, 530 PM at Dixon Place in Lower Manhattan. Directed/Choreographed by Steven Blandino, this Immersive Dance Production will follow the lives of five Bridesmaids, a Bride, a Groom, as well as an Ensemble, featuring versatility in dance, music, and a fully Immersive Wedding experience.
New Kennedy Center Expansion In D.C., Opens With Free 16-Day Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2019
This fall, artists and audiences from the Washington, D.C. area, the U.S., and around the globe come together at the nation's cultural capital to dance, sing, create, collaborate, listen, learn, talk, share, and celebrate the opening of the REACH, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts's unprecedented new expansion. At a preview event today, May 29, which marks both President Kennedy's 102nd birthday and 100 days until the historic opening, the Kennedy Center unveiled preliminary details of the free 16-day REACH Opening Festival on September 7-22.
ON TOUR WITH ASPERGER'S ARE US to Debut on HBO
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 9, 2019
Since 2010, the sketch-comedy troupe Asperger's Are Us has performed more than 100 shows in nine countries. Now, they're hitting the road for their first cross-country tour, crammed into a relic of an RV that's on the verge of collapse.
New Ag-docuseries BEYOND THE HARVEST Highlights Family Legacies Of CA's Central Valley
by Julie Musbach - Feb 8, 2019
NTD Films, the creators of DineOut Along the Road, announce the new documentary-style TV show, Beyond The Harvest, which will air in Fresno on Saturdays at 6:30PM on KFRE CW 59 and Sundays at 6:30PM on KFRE CW 59. Beyond The Harvest will also air in the Chico/Redding and Bakersfield. Offering an in-depth look at one of the world's richest agricultural regions, Beyond The Harvest navigates the farming landscape and shines a spotlight on Central Valley farmers and food producers.
Young Jean Lee, Peggy Shaw and More Among United States Artists 2016 Fellows
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2016
United States Artists (USA) has announced the 2016 USA Fellowship Awards. This year, 46 artists across nine creative disciplines will receive unrestricted $50,000 cash awards. The awards honor their creative accomplishments and supports their ongoing artistic and professional development.
Boston-Based ODYSSEY OPERA Company to Present Inaugural Season this Fall
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 22, 2013
ODYSSEY OPERA, a new, Boston-based opera company dedicated to presenting adventurous repertoire, today announced its launch. Founded by Gil Rose, a leader of the classical music scene, Odyssey debuts Sunday, September 15th at Boston's Jordan Hall with an ambitious performance by world-class artists of Wagner's "Rienzi".
Downtown Art Presents THE BOWERY WARS, PART 2, Now thru 5/20
by BWW News Desk - Apr 28, 2012
Downtown Art continues its 'Inheritance' series with THE BOWERY WARS, PART 2, an original music theater work, book and lyrics by Ryan Gilliam, composed by Michael Hickey, performed by a company of 25 young performers and musicians.
Downtown Art Presents THE BOWERY WARS 2, 4/28
by Max Schwager - Apr 25, 2012
Downtown Art presents THE BOWERY WARS PART 2, an outdoor rock musical with Book and Lyrics by Ryan Gilliam and music by Michael Hickey, from April 28 through May 20.