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School of Performing Arts finds the funny with feminist farce
The School of Performing Arts honors Aphra Behn, the first professional, female British playwright, in its Season of Empowerment with the production “Or,” by Liz Duffy Adams. The play, which draws inspiration from Restoration comedies and 1960s farces, reflects on Behn’s multi-hyphenate identity as a woman, a spy, and a playwright against the backdrop of 1660s England. In the…
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Campy classic ‘Urinetown’ is an utter delight at 2nd Star Productions
By Brittany Proudfoot Ginder Despite listening to the original Broadway cast recording of Urinetown more times than I can count, I have never had the chance to see a full production of the show until now. And I must say, 2nd Star Productions’ interpretation of this campy classic is an utter delight. Natolya Barber as…
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CACF Announces Arts And Community Building Grants
The Central Alabama Community Foundation(CACF) recently announced over $100,000 in arts and community building grants awarded to area non-profits. One of the largest grants, $12,500, was awarded to the Alabama Dance Theatre(ADT) to help fund their annual Stars on the Riverfront performance at the Riverwalk Amphitheater. Alabama Shakespeare Festival(ASF) received $10,000 to fund the participation…
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Review: Brilliant, passionate performances — sometimes too much so — by the Merz Trio
Given the passion and technical brilliance displayed Monday night by the Merz Trio, it was no surprise that the audience in Southern Methodist University’s Caruth Auditorium rose to its feet at the concert’s end. Organized seven years ago, comprising violinist Brigid Coleridge, cellist Julia Yang and pianist Amy Yang, the Merz was presented in the…
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Comedian Mark Normand to Bring YOU DON’T SAY Tour to the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall
Mark Normand ‘You Don’t Say’ Tour is come to Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall at FSW on Saturday, June 1 at 8:00PM. Tickets go on sale Friday, February 16 at 10AM and can be purchased online, by calling 239-481-4848 or in person at the Box Office. Dubbed by Jerry Seinfeld as the “best young…
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Lied Center enters busy stretch with series of high-profile shows
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN, Lied Center) – The Lied Center for Performing Arts in Lincoln is set to host several unique shows in the coming weeks. Dancing Beethoven: Featuring Les Grands Ballets & Lincoln’s Symphony Orchestra Wednesday, February 14, 2024 | 7:30PM It is on the timeless notes of two famous symphonies that Montreal’s virtuosic Les…
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Little Theatre of Alexandria adopts a likeable, feel-good ‘Annie’
By Teniola Ayoola The Little Theatre of Alexandria’s production of Annie is a likable depiction of the Hard Knock Life, delivering a generally strong production with room for improvement in spots. Directed by Krissy McGregor, with music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charnin, and a book by Thomas Meehan, this musical promises to leave…
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Westcoast Black Theatre looks back at past hits to mark 25th anniversary season
As he announces the 25th anniversary season of the Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, founder and Artistic Director Nate Jacobs is in a reflective mood about the impact his company has had on the community and a generation of artists who have been given training and performing opportunities that were not previously available in Sarasota. “25…
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Flagship Perelman Performing Arts Center Opened At World Trade Center Site With d&b Soundscape Systems
ASHEVILLE, NC-Michael Bloomberg’s plan to develop a cultural center at the new World Trade Center first began 20 years ago, when he was still mayor. This goal included a performing arts center as the cultural keystone in the master plan to rebuild the World Trade Center site following 9/11. The Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC) is…
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Brooks Center for the Performing Arts recognized as one of nation’s best college theaters
February 13, 2024February 13, 2024 The Brooks Center for the Performing Arts has been named one of the 20 best college theaters in the U.S. by College Rank for its architectural design, world-class performances and other unique features. The No. 13 ranking unveiled on Monday placed Clemson University ahead of the University of Florida, Penn…