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Two Local Band Directors March in the Macy’s Parade
click to enlarge Glenn Russell Mary Bauer and Kim Thompson The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City features the top marching bands from around the country. But this year it will also include one composed of the people who teach band. The Band Directors Marching Band will showcase more than 400 band teachers…
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Central Florida theater and dance listings: Nov. 24-30
THEATER “Moonshine and Mistletoe: An Appalachian Christmas Tale”: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 24-25, Nov. 30; 2 p.m. Nov. 25-26; 6 p.m. Nov. 26; 12:30 p.m. Nov. 29; Garden Theatre, 160 W. Plant St. in Winter Garden; $35-$55; 407-603-5716; gardentheatre.org “A Christmas Carol”: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 29-30; Orlando Shakes, 812 E. Rollins St. in Orlando; $25-$50; 407-447-1700;…
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Central Florida music listings: Nov. 24-30
“Bad Santa and The Angry Elves” Tour Kickoff with The Chotchkies: 7 p.m.; Nov. 24; The Abbey, 100 S. Eola Drive, Suite 100 in Orlando; eventbrite.com Black Friday “The Great Gatsby Edition”: 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 24; Gabby’s Banquet and Event Facility, 699 U.S. Highway 27 in Clermont; eventbrite.com “Coco” in Concert on Tour: 4:30 p.m.;…
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Arts Calendar: Nov. 24-Dec. 1
Maine State Ballet kicks off the holiday season with “The Nutcracker” Friday, Nov. 24. The 2 p.m. Friday through Sunday performances at Merrill Auditorium will continue through Dec. 3. An additional 7 p.m. show is scheduled for Dec. 2. Get tickets for $23-$78 at mainestateballet.org. Contributed / Maine State Ballet Comedy Friday 11/24 Stephen Kellogg:…
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Historic designation, flood-proofing suggested for Van Wezel
Sarasota’s Purple Ribbon Committee reviewed a draft for a request for proposals during its Nov. 8 meeting, but not before hearing from several citizens suggesting it pursue historic designation for the 53-year-old Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. The committee’s two-year mission is to recommend reuse of Van Wezel should a new Sarasota Performing Arts Center…
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Living and Learning in the City
Syracuse University students prepare to thrive in a changing global society by gaining hands-on learning experiences around the world. In addition to a range of study abroad options through the University’s highly ranked study abroad program, students can also take courses and do internships at locations around the United States. This includes opportunities to live,…
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New Tampa Performing Arts Center’s Holiday Celebration Events Will Spread Holiday Cheer
It’s the most wonderful time of the year at New Tampa Performing Arts Center (NTPAC)! The center is presenting a festive lineup of music, dance, and film events sure to spread holiday cheer starting Thursday, Nov. 30, through Sunday, Dec. 19. Here’s everything you need to know about the holiday celebration lineup: A Holiday Big…
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What is arts integration? Q&A with Mike Stone
Credit: Alison Yin for EdSource Today Do you count on EdSource? If so, please make your donation today. Maverick American maestro Leonard Bernstein once said that “a work of art does not answer questions, it provokes them; and its essential meaning is in the tension between the contradictory answers.” That power to cultivate critical thinking…
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Bunce Performing Arts presents ‘Elf-The Musical’
Bunce Performing Arts (also known as Bunce Backyard Productions), a musical theater company in Maple Grove, has announced the dates of their upcoming production of “Elf-The Musical,” directed by Joy Donley, with music direction by Michael Pearce Donley and choreography by Stephanie Wipf. “Elf-The Musical” will play Dec. 1 to 17 at the Plymouth Playhouse…
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BITS & BYTES: ‘Titanic: The Musical’ at The Mahaiwe; Documentary screening at BIC; OLLI presents Leslie Wheeler; Olivier Meslay at The Clark; BCC Alumni Music Fest; BCC workshops; Jonathan Edwards talk at BCC
Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center presents ‘Titanic: The Musical’ in HD Great Barrington— On Friday, December 1st at 7 p.m., the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center presents “Titanic: The Musical” in HD. Based on real people aboard the most legendary ship in the world, “Titanic: The Musical” is a stunning and stirring production focusing on the hopes, dreams, and…