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Dance Theatre of Harlem Ensemble Opens Pillow Festival 6/23-27
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 7, 2010


Jacob's Pillow Dance, home of America's longest-running international dance festival, has enjoyed a long history with Dance Theatre of Harlem. Founded to create opportunities for minority dancers at a time when they were not welcome in established classical companies, Dance Theatre of Harlem made its first professional appearances at the Pillow in 1970, the same year the company was launched.

Alwin Nikolais Celebrated At The Henry Street Playhouse and Joyce Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 2, 2010


The Centenary of Alwin Nikolais's birth is being celebrated in 10 cities world-wide with New York engagements at Nikolais's original artistic home, the Henry Street Playhouse (now the Abrons Arts Center), May 1 and 2, and at The Joyce Theater, May 4-9.

Alwin Nikolais Celebrated At The Henry Street Playhouse and Joyce Theater, Begins 5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2010


The Centenary of Alwin Nikolais's birth is being celebrated in 10 cities world-wide with New York engagements at Nikolais's original artistic home, the Henry Street Playhouse (now the Abrons Arts Center), May 1 and 2, and at The Joyce Theater, May 4-9.

Alwin Nikolais Celebrated At The Henry Street Playhouse and Joyce Theater, Begins 5/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 29, 2010


The Centenary of Alwin Nikolais's birth is being celebrated in 10 cities world-wide with New York engagements at Nikolais's original artistic home, the Henry Street Playhouse (now the Abrons Arts Center), May 1 and 2, and at The Joyce Theater, May 4-9.

Nikolais Centennial Celebrated At Abrons Center 5/1-2 & Joyce Theater 5/4-9
by Charlie Piane - Apr 28, 2010


The Centenary of Alwin Nikolais's birth is being celebrated in 10 cities world-wide with New York engagements at Nikolais's original artistic home, the Henry Street Playhouse (now the Abrons Arts Center), May 1 and 2, and at The Joyce Theater, May 4-9. The spectacular double season of revivals, some dating back to 1953, will be performed by the Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company, the repository of the Nikolais Dance Theatre repertory. The Company's performances of Nikolais's dances are directed by Alberto Del Saz and Murray Louis.

TCM Film Festival & Hollywood Chamber of Commerce to Honor Mel Brooks in April
by BWW News Desk - Apr 22, 2010


Legendary funnyman Mel Brooks is set to be a featured guest at the TCM Classic Film Festival in April. As part of the festivities, TCM will partner with the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce as they honor Brooks with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which marks its 50th anniversary this year. Brooks will also introduce a festival screening of his first feature film, The Producers (1968), which earned Brooks an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay.

Kansas City Repertory Theatre Opens BUS STOP, March 12
by BWW News Desk - Mar 12, 2010


Eric Rosen, artistic director of Kansas City Repertory Theatre, has announced that William Inge's 1955 classic Bus Stop will run at Spencer Theatre, March 12-April 4, 2010.

TCM Film Festival & Hollywood Chamber of Commerce to Honor Mel Brooks in April
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 2, 2010


Legendary funnyman Mel Brooks is set to be a featured guest at the TCM Classic Film Festival in April. As part of the festivities, TCM will partner with the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce as they honor Brooks with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which marks its 50th anniversary this year. Brooks will also introduce a festival screening of his first feature film, The Producers (1968), which earned Brooks an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay.

New York Festival of Song Presents KILLER B's 1/13 At The Peter Jay Sharp Theater
by BWW News Desk - Jan 13, 2010


New York Festival of Song (NYFOS, www.nyfos.org), who 'redefined the song recital with daring and dramatic programming' (The New Yorker), presents its fifth annual program with the Department of Vocal Arts at The Juilliard School on Wednesday January 13, 2010 at 8 PM, Killer B's-American Song From Amy Beach to the Beach Boys.

New York Festival of Song Presents The Killer B's at the Peter Jay Sharp Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 4, 2010


New York Festival of Song (NYFOS, www.nyfos.org), who 'redefined the song recital with daring and dramatic programming' (The New Yorker), presents its fifth annual program with the Department of Vocal Arts at The Juilliard School on Wednesday January 13, 2010 at 8 PM, Killer B's-American Song From Amy Beach to the Beach Boys.

New York Festival of Song Presents KILLER B's 1/13 At The Peter Jay Sharp Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - Dec 7, 2009


New York Festival of Song (NYFOS, www.nyfos.org), who 'redefined the song recital with daring and dramatic programming' (The New Yorker), presents its fifth annual program with the Department of Vocal Arts at The Juilliard School on Wednesday January 13, 2010 at 8 PM, Killer B's-American Song From Amy Beach to the Beach Boys.

Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Dance Company to Play Joyce Theater, 11/10 - 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2009


The Joyce Theater will present the Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Dance Company for a one-week engagement from November 10 - 14. Appearing on The Joyce stage for the first time since 1996, the company will present the New York premiere of the critically acclaimed Serenade / The Proposition, one of three pieces created by Bill T. Jones in celebration of the bicentennial of the birth of Abraham Lincoln. Serenade / The Proposition was commissioned by The Joyce and had its world premiere at the American Dance Festival in 2008.

Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Dance Company to Play Joyce Theater, 11/10 - 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2009


The Joyce Theater will present the Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Dance Company for a one-week engagement from November 10 - 14. Appearing on The Joyce stage for the first time since 1996, the company will present the New York premiere of the critically acclaimed Serenade / The Proposition, one of three pieces created by Bill T. Jones in celebration of the bicentennial of the birth of Abraham Lincoln. Serenade / The Proposition was commissioned by The Joyce and had its world premiere at the American Dance Festival in 2008.

Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Dance Company to Play Joyce Theater, 11/10 - 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2009


The Joyce Theater will present the Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Dance Company for a one-week engagement from November 10 - 14. Appearing on The Joyce stage for the first time since 1996, the company will present the New York premiere of the critically acclaimed Serenade / The Proposition, one of three pieces created by Bill T. Jones in celebration of the bicentennial of the birth of Abraham Lincoln. Serenade / The Proposition was commissioned by The Joyce and had its world premiere at the American Dance Festival in 2008.

Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Dance Company to Play Joyce Theater, 11/10 - 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 10, 2009


The Joyce Theater will present the Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Dance Company for a one-week engagement from November 10 - 14. Appearing on The Joyce stage for the first time since 1996, the company will present the New York premiere of the critically acclaimed Serenade / The Proposition, one of three pieces created by Bill T. Jones in celebration of the bicentennial of the birth of Abraham Lincoln. Serenade / The Proposition was commissioned by The Joyce and had its world premiere at the American Dance Festival in 2008.

Photo Flash: MY THREE ANGELS At Attic Playhouse
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 2, 2009


Set in French Guiana, a region where on Christmas Eve the temperature has graciously dropped to 104 degrees, three amiable convicts are employed as roofers above the Ducotel's general store. The roof winds up being the least of the family's troubles.

Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Dance Company to Play Joyce Theater, 11/10 - 11/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 26, 2009


The Joyce Theater will present the Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Dance Company for a one-week engagement from November 10 - 14. Appearing on The Joyce stage for the first time since 1996, the company will present the New York premiere of the critically acclaimed Serenade / The Proposition, one of three pieces created by Bill T. Jones in celebration of the bicentennial of the birth of Abraham Lincoln. Serenade / The Proposition was commissioned by The Joyce and had its world premiere at the American Dance Festival in 2008.

OSF Artistic Director Bill Rauch to Receive Margo Jones Award, 10/24
by BWW News Desk - Oct 24, 2009


Artistic director of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Bill Rauch, is the confirmed recipient of the 2009 Margo Jones Award. He will be awarded the prize in a closed ceremony at the Ashland Springs Hotel on October 24.

OSF Artistic Director Bill Rauch to Receive Margo Jones Award, 10/24
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 20, 2009


Artistic director of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Bill Rauch, is the confirmed recipient of the 2009 Margo Jones Award. He will be awarded the prize in a closed ceremony at the Ashland Springs Hotel on October 24.

Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Dance Company to Play Joyce Theater, 11/10 - 11/14
by Jessica Lewis - Oct 12, 2009


The Joyce Theater will present the Bill T. Jones / Arnie Zane Dance Company for a one-week engagement from November 10 - 14. Appearing on The Joyce stage for the first time since 1996, the company will present the New York premiere of the critically acclaimed Serenade / The Proposition, one of three pieces created by Bill T. Jones in celebration of the bicentennial of the birth of Abraham Lincoln. Serenade / The Proposition was commissioned by The Joyce and had its world premiere at the American Dance Festival in 2008.

Joe Finnegan Pronounced New General Manager of Williamstown Theatre Festival
by Jeff Dennhardt - Oct 12, 2009


The Tony Award winning Williamstown Theatre Festival has announced that Joe Finnegan will succeed Gilbert Medina as General Manager. Finnegan, who served as managing director and head of corporate development for Bear Wagner, will assume the role of General Manager for Williamstown's 11th season, beginning this fall.

LA LUNA NUEVA Festival of Hispanic Arts & Culture Held 9/12-25
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2009


LA LUNA NUEVA - A two-week festival of Hispanic arts and culture from around the world Held September 12-25, 2009 at the Milagro Theatre, 525 SE Stark Street, Portland, Oregon 97214

LA LUNA NUEVA Festival of Hispanic Arts & Culture Held 9/12-25
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2009


LA LUNA NUEVA - A two-week festival of Hispanic arts and culture from around the world Held September 12-25, 2009 at the Milagro Theatre, 525 SE Stark Street, Portland, Oregon 97214

LA LUNA NUEVA Festival of Hispanic Arts & Culture Held 9/12-25
by BWW News Desk - Sep 25, 2009


LA LUNA NUEVA - A two-week festival of Hispanic arts and culture from around the world Held September 12-25, 2009 at the Milagro Theatre, 525 SE Stark Street, Portland, Oregon 97214

LA LUNA NUEVA Festival of Hispanic Arts & Culture Held 9/12-25
by BWW News Desk - Sep 12, 2009


LA LUNA NUEVA - A two-week festival of Hispanic arts and culture from around the world Held September 12-25, 2009 at the Milagro Theatre, 525 SE Stark Street, Portland, Oregon 97214

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