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Instruments take on voices of characters in SBSO’s presentation of ‘Peter and the Wolf’
SOUTH BEND — The South Bend Symphony performs Sergei Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf” at 2:30 and 6 p.m. Nov. 26 at the University of Notre Dame’s DeBartolo Performing Arts Center. The concert features guest conductor Shira Samuels-Shragg and the experimental theater troupe Shades of Orange. Written in 1936 on a commission from Natalya Sats,…
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Want to see ‘The Nutcracker’? Here’s how to find all of the versions across the OKC area
In December 1963, famed prima ballerina Maria Tallchief returned to her home state of Oklahoma to perform one of her signature roles: the Sugar Plum Fairy in “The Nutcracker.” Tallchief’s performance with what was then known as the new Oklahoma City Civic Ballet — under the artistic direction of fellow trailblazing Oklahoma Native American dancer…
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A beloved tradition returns: ‘A Christmas Carol’ to be performed at Ohio Theatre
Four years have passed since the Nebraska Theatre Caravan last brought its production of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” to the Ohio Theatre. Before the pandemic halted the company’s touring, the troupe based in Omaha had made Columbus an annual stop for at least 30 years. In truth, the group had been coming here so…
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Barton Performing Arts Department presents ‘A Hometown Holiday’ Concert
Barton Jazz Ensemble. Photo courtesy BCC BCC GREAT BEND — The Barton Performing Arts Department invites the community to enjoy nostalgic, holiday-themed entertainment at its annual holiday concert at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 1 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. The concert will feature holiday selections by the Barton Jazz Ensemble, Chorus, Hilltop Singers, and Barton Dance Theatre. …
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Newcomerstown to host stage adaptation of ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ in December
NEWCOMERSTOWN — The Black Box Ensemble Theatre will present “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” at 7 p.m. Dec. 1 and 2 at ARTSNCT, 304 S. College St., Newcomerstown. Admission is free, via the Arts for All program. Step back in time to a 1940s radio studio, where the enchanting tale of George…
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Erie Contemporary Ballet Theatre Presents Nutcracker at Mercyhurst University
Mary D’Angelo Performing Arts CenterMercyhurst College501 E. 38th St.Erie PA 16504814-824-3106 Google Map Description Join Erie Contemporary Ballet Theatre dancers as they perform with a LIVE orchestra to present the holiday, classic The Nutcracker. This family-friendly performance featuring iconic music, stunning costumes, spectacular backdrops, and exquisite dancing set in magnificent scenes. This celebrated production will…
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Kenyatta University shines at varsity performing arts battle
Kenyatta University (KU) emerged as the best overall university during the annual Kenya Universities Performing Arts Association National Drama and Film Festival (KUPAA) which ended last weekend at Dedan Kimathi University. The Kenyatta University team was under the stewardship of Prof John Mugubi and the patronage of Dr Eva Hongo. They won with the historical…
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Heroes of the Fourth Turning 11/19/2023
When: Sunday, November 19, 20232:00 PM – 3:30 PM CT Where: Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts, Hal and Martha Wallis Theater, 1949 Campus Drive; 10-30 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston, IL 60208 map it Audience: Faculty/Staff – Student – Public – Post Docs/Docs – Graduate Students Contact: Wirtz Center (847) 491-7282 Group: Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz…
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IN PICTURES – singing, acting, and street dance at Freestyle Theatre School
Here’s a insight into the fun theatre classes last week which run in Basildon, Leigh, Thorpe Bay, Westcliff, Benfleet, Maldon. Freestyle Theatre Schools was established in 2012 by principal Jake Debono-Wilson, a professional dancer who performs on some of the most amazing stages worldwide. Among their alumni is Southend popstar Heidi Boualili – AKA HEIDI –…
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Tribute to Frankie Valli held at Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center in Clarksburg, West Virginia
CLARKSBURG, W.Va (WV News)—Music has seen several changes since the 1960s, but the songs and artists from that era still mean a lot to people who continue to attend concerts that feature those classic melodies. On Saturday, the Robinson Grand Performing Arts Center hosted “Lights Out: A Tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Season.”…