Tom Manning

The Goa Express to Release Super Charged Self Titled Debut Album
by Michael Major - Nov 6, 2023

The Goa-Express’s self titled debut album is a document that encapsulates growing up, their spirit of friendship and dreams of escape. Together, brothers James Douglas Clarke (Guitar + Vocals) and Joe Clarke (Keys), along with Joey Stein (Lead Guitar), Naham Muzaffar (Bass) and Sam Launder (Drums) create a wall of sound, riven with harmonies.

The Goa Express to Release Self-titled Debut Album In December
by Michael Major - Oct 19, 2023

Brothers James Douglas Clarke (Guitar + Vocals) and Joe Clarke (Keys), along with Joey Stein (Lead Guitar), Naham Muzaffar (Bass) and Sam Launder (Drums) create a wall of sound, riven with infectious harmonies, waves of psych laden guitars and playful rhythms, it's constantly refreshing at every turn. Get a sneak peek and stream/download the album here.

Guest Blog: 'I'm Ready to Reveal Who I Really Am': Writer and Actor Tom Manning on Autism & Self-Ableism in His New Play INVISIBLE ANIMAL
by Guest Author - Oct 17, 2023

When I graduated from Mountview in 2015 the word neurodivergent did not exist. It just didn't. People didn't talk about being Autistic, ADHD or any other invisible condition. Casting an autistic to play an autistic was unheard of.

INVISIBLE ANIMAL Opens at The Omnibus Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2023

Inspired by writer and actor Tom Manning’s experiences growing up autistic in a world built for neurotypicals, Invisible Animal follows Tom as he faces up to his internalised ableism. Learn more about the show here!

Chicago Philharmonic Welcomes Four New Members To Board Of Directors
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 22, 2022

The Chicago Philharmonic Society has announced the addition of four dynamic new members to the organization's Board of Directors. 

Chicago Philharmonic Announces Nationwide Search for Executive Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2021

The Chicago Philharmonic Society has launched a nationwide search for a new Executive Director. The ideal candidate will have significant arts leadership experience, a background in symphonic music, and a passion for Chicago Philharmonic’s unique musician-led governance.

BWW Review: REPUBLIC, VAULT Festival
by Cindy Marcolina - Feb 8, 2020

The nation of Mars is finally free. It's 2199, six cities have taken control and declared themselves republics after their oppressors left to go back to Earth after the revolution. Upstart Theatre's latest creation is an intriguing experiment that looks and feels more like a digital board game of sorts rather than a conventional performance.

Photo Flash: First Look at Unexpected Opera's THE RINSE CYCLE at Charing Cross Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Feb 19, 2016

Are you curious about Wagner and his famous Ring Cycle but are reluctant to give up loads of time and dosh without knowing more? THE RINSE CYCLE is your chance to experience this amazing work - without taking it too seriously. Scroll down for a peek at the cast onstage at Charing Cross Theatre!

Chicago Philharmonic Names New Board Chairman
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 15, 2015

The Chicago Philharmonic Society announced today that Paul R. Judy, Board Chairman since January, 2012, has become Chairman Emeritus, and is being succeeded by Thomas J. Manning. Additionally, Bobby Everson, a principal timpanist with the orchestra and a board director, was named Vice Chairman.

Buz Davis Makes Directorial Return to The Carnegie with HARVEY, Now thru 4/27
by BWW News Desk - Apr 11, 2014

During his decade of producing shoestring theatre in a proud but dilapidated auditorium, impresario Buz Davis could only dream of the day he might return to find that hall had received a multi-million dollar renovation, and that he was once again at the fore of creating captivating theatre there. That dream comes true this spring.

Buz Davis to Make Directorial Return to The Carnegie with HARVEY, 4/11-27
by Hilary Kelly - Mar 17, 2014

During his decade of producing shoestring theatre in a proud but dilapidated auditorium, impresario Buz Davis could only dream of the day he might return to find that hall had received a multi-million dollar renovation, and that he was once again at the fore of creating captivating theatre there. That dream comes true this spring.

Village Players and Fort Thomas Woman's Club Present CakeTown COMEDY JAM 2, 5/10 & 11
by Kelsey Denette - May 9, 2013

The Village Players and Fort Thomas' Woman's Club will present CakeTown COMEDY JAM 2! on Friday andSaturday, May 10-11, 2013 at 8 PM at the Village Players Theater in Fort Thomas. The two-hour show of light entertainment will feature stand up comedians, short comic plays, musical comedy and storytelling by some of the Tristate's funniest and most accomplished performers, actors, and writers.

LOVE KNOTS Premieres at Cincinnati Fringe Festival Tonight, 6/1
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2012

Four couples-gay, lesbian, biracial and white hetero-share separate tables in a restaurant. Each wants to start a family. Their overlapping dinner conversations soon turn to artificial insemination, adoption, and tubal ligation. Thus begins "The Next Table," one of five one-act plays that comprise "Love Knots (a love-fest of short plays)" by playwright Philip Paradis, premiering at the 9th annual Cincinnati Fringe Festival, which runs May 29-June 9.

LOVE KNOTS to Premiere at Cincinnati Fringe Festival, 6/1
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2012

Four couples-gay, lesbian, biracial and white hetero-share separate tables in a restaurant. Each wants to start a family. Their overlapping dinner conversations soon turn to artificial insemination, adoption, and tubal ligation. Thus begins "The Next Table," one of five one-act plays that comprise "Love Knots (a love-fest of short plays)" by playwright Philip Paradis, premiering at the 9th annual Cincinnati Fringe Festival, which runs May 29-June 9.