The CW Announces New Seasons of MASTER OF ILLUSION, 'WHOSE LINE' & 'PENN & TELLER'
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 15, 2017
The CW Network has ordered new seasons of the hit magic series PENN & TELLER: FOOL US and MASTERS OF ILLUSION. Fixtures of The CW's original summer programming strategy, PENN & TELLER: FOOL US and MASTERS OF ILLUSION will join never-before-seen original episodes of the improv comedy WHOSE LINE IS IT ANYWAY? in Summer 2018.
Hennessy Master Blender's Selection N'2: A Cognac Of The Moment
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 30, 2017
Hennessy, the world's best-selling Cognac, today announced the release of Master Blender's Selection N2, the second in a limited series and the last to reflect former Master Blender Yann Fillioux's extraordinary sensory memory and impeccable knowledge of the Hennessy eaux-de-vie reserve, the largest of its kind in the world. Over his 50+ year tenure, Mr. Fillioux created some of the world's most exclusive Cognacs and in July 2017, officially passed the torch to his successor, nephew and 8 th generation Fillioux: Renaud Fillioux de Gironde.
Photo Flash: The Chicago League of Lady Arms Wrestlers Presents CLLAW XXVIII: FALL of the Patriarchy
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2017
More than leaves are falling this autumn... join The Chicago League of Lady Arm Wrestlers (CLLAW) for CLLAW XXVIII: FALL of the Patriarchy on Friday, November 3, 2017 at Logan Square Auditorium, 2539 N. Kedzie Ave. in Chicago. CLLAW's 28th benefit match will feature Chicago's biggest, baddest lady-identified arm wrestlers, live musical entertainment from The Fox & The Hounds and a cash bar. Doors open at 9 pm with the first match beginning at9:30 pm. Tickets, priced at $15, are available in advance at www.cllaw.org or $20 at the door (the ladies will gladly take cash or credit at the door).
Winner of the 15th Arthur Rubinstein International Piano Master Competition Szymon Nehring Makes Carnegie Hall Debut
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 21, 2017
Winner of The 15th Arthur Rubinstein International Piano Master Competition in May 2017, 21 year-old pianist Szymon Nehring, gives his New York recital debut at Carnegie's Weill Recital Hall with an intriguing program of works by Beethoven, Szymanowski and Chopin, presented by the American Friends of the Arthur Rubinstein International Music Society. The winner was also awarded Best Performer of a Chopin Piece and Junior Jury Prizes.
Theater Master Gerald Freedman Unveils THE SCHOOL OF DOING Guide to the Craft
by BWW News Desk - Aug 2, 2017
Coming this fall, The School of Doing is a comprehensive guide to the craft and teachings of internationally renowned stage director and educator Gerald Freedman, including lessons on acting, directing, text analysis, comedy technique, camera technique, Shakespeare, musical theater, design, pedagogy, and show business.
VIDEO: The Master, Harold Prince, Readies His Company for PRINCE OF BROADWAY!
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 18, 2017
Harold Prince is a legend in the American theatre - the acclaimed director and producer behind a long list of America's most iconic musicals and the winner of a staggering, record-breaking 21 Tony Awards. Now, he's bringing together six decades of magical moments in a new musical event, Prince of Broadway.
Los Angeles Master Chorale to be Inducted Into the American Classical Music Hall of Fame
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 21, 2017
The Los Angeles Master Chorale will be inducted into the American Classical Music Hall of Fame on Thursday night during its Lux Aeterna 20th Anniversary celebration concert. This honor will be accepted by Artistic Director Grant Gershon and President & CEO Jean Davidson on behalf of the Master Chorale from the stage of their iconic home, the Walt Disney Concert Hall. It joins previous esteemed inductees in the ensembles category such as the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Cleveland Orchestra, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, New York Philharmonic, Mormon Tabernacle Choir, and Handel and Haydn Society.
BWW Review: L.A. Ballet Gloriously Celebrates BALANCHINE: MASTER OF THE DANCE
by Shari Barrett - Mar 19, 2017
Balanchine choreographed 425 works over the course of 60-plus years, and his works are considered masterpieces and performed by ballet companies all over the world. So you can image how thrilled I was to find out Los Angeles Ballet was going to present BALANCHINE: MASTER OF THE DANCE as their final selection of their 2016/2017 season. In it, three of his most outstanding ballet choreographies are presented: Divertimento No. 15 featuring music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart; Prodigal Son with music by Sergei Prokofiev; and Who Cares? with music by George Gershwin, adapted and orchestrated by Hershy Kay.
MASTER OF THE MACABRE Returns to London in March
by BWW
News Desk - Mar 9, 2017
Following a hugely successful run at The Vaults in 2015, Master of the Macabre is returning to London in March. Hot new magical talent Benedict Barber brings his story to the stage - in a script developed by Barber and Matthew Stradling. Directed by Tony Middleton, the production runs for 3 nights from 9th March.
Photo Flash: The Chicago League of Lady Arms Wrestlers Return Valentine's Day Weekend for CLLAW XXVI: Battle of the CLLAWentines
by BWW
News Desk - Feb 11, 2017
Move over cupid! The Chicago League of Lady Arm Wrestlers (CLLAW) will have your hearts pumping this Valentine's Day Weekend at CLLAW XXVI: Battle of the CLLAWentines on Today, February 11, 2017 at Logan Square Auditorium, 2539 N. Kedzie Ave. in Chicago. CLLAW's 26th benefit match will feature Chicago's biggest, baddest lady-identified arm wrestlers, musical entertainment by the Jacob Horn Trio and a cash bar. Doors open at 9 pm with the first match beginning at 9:30 pm. Tickets, priced at $15, are available in advance at www.cllaw.org or at the door (the ladies will gladly take cash or credit at the door).
MASTER OF THE MACABRE Returns to London in March
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2017
Following a hugely successful run at The Vaults in 2015, Master of the Macabre is returning to London in March. Hot new magical talent Benedict Barber brings his story to the stage - in a script developed by Barber and Matthew Stradling. Directed by Tony Middleton, the production runs for 3 nights from 9th March.
Master Of The Keys Lang Lang Returns to Van Wezel
by BWW News Desk - Jan 25, 2017
???????Touted as "the hottest artist on the classical music planet" by the New York Times, classical piano phenom Lang Lang returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall stage on Thursday, February 23 at 8PM.
Photo Flash: The Chicago League of Lady Arms Wrestlers Return Valentine's Day Weekend for CLLAW XXVI: Battle of the CLLAWentines
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 11, 2017
Move over cupid! The Chicago League of Lady Arm Wrestlers (CLLAW) will have your hearts pumping this Valentine's Day Weekend at CLLAW XXVI: Battle of the CLLAWentines on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at Logan Square Auditorium, 2539 N. Kedzie Ave. in Chicago. CLLAW's 26th benefit match will feature Chicago's biggest, baddest lady-identified arm wrestlers, musical entertainment by the Jacob Horn Trio and a cash bar. Doors open at 9 pm with the first match beginning at 9:30 pm. Tickets, priced at $15, are available in advance at www.cllaw.org or at the door (the ladies will gladly take cash or credit at the door).
Hennessy Pays Tribute to the Roots of its Savoir-Faire With the Master Blender's Selection N'1
by Marina Kennedy - Oct 25, 2016
Every artist, composer and master craftsman has a secret project on the side, an endeavor pursued simply for creativity's sake. For Hennessy Master Blender Yann Fillioux, it was "Master Blender's Selection N1", which in contrast to the many celebrated Cognacs he has composed throughout his distinguished career, this latest blend is a very personal signature that was only ever meant to be produced in a single, limited batch.