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Shorelines: Even football is better at Irish fest
Chronicle/CoCo WaltersRob Harris, left, and Derek Murphy, react after a Michigan touchdown while watching the Michigan Notre Dame game at the Irish Music Festival Saturday afternoon. There's a roar that shakes the tent flaps when quarterback Steven Threet completes a...
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AUDITIONS
BITE ME! -- Auditions for the Richmond Triangle Players' East Coast premiere of this camp musical comedy by Wesley Eure and Rob Bowers will be held today at 7 p.m. at the Gay Community Center of Richmond, 1407 Sherwood Ave. Director John Knapp and musical director Tim Gillham seek one man, 25 to 50 (strong singer-actor) to play cross-dressing principal role; two women, 25 to 50 (strong ...
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Things to do today
CARPENTER ANTS: 3 p.m. Tickets $10. "Sweets and Sounds" Series features the Ants' rhythm and blues in a one-hour show followed by homemade desserts. In Camp Washington Carver's Great Chestnut Lodge, Clifftop. Reservations suggested. Call 558-0220, ext. 130.
The Charleston Gazette |
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First candidate
On Friday night, the Richmond Symphony begins its quest for a new music director under the baton of Mikhail Agrest. He is the first of nine candidates in line for maestro Mark Russell Smith's position beginning with the 2010-11 season.
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Parsons takes over as monster matriarch
NEW YORK -- When people file into the Music Box Theatre on any given night, there's a good chance that one of the actors they've come to see is backstage bawling her eyes out.
Erie Times-News |
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EXPLORING ALTERNATIVES
With two 3D concert movies currently tearing up the box office and more options for alternative content emerging each day, now is the time for exhibitors to take a look at what alternative programming could mean for their companies and their patrons.
Film Journal |
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Unity in Community is 'something inspirational'
Elder Bohannon danced in the sun Saturday, pausing only to wipe his brow with a handkerchief. He came out to Festival Park in downtown Fayetteville to celebrate family fellowship and charity at the Unity in the Community Outdoor Music Festival.
The Fayetteville Observer |
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15th Annual Wine and Jazz Festival
Thousands of people were in Monongalia County for live music under the trees and don't forget the wine.
WBOY Clarksburg |
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PHOTO CALL: What's That Smell Opens Off-Broadway
David Pittu's What's That Smell: The Music of Jacob Sterling, a satiric portrait of a musical theatre artist you've never heard of, officially opened at Atlantic Stage 2 Sept. 10.
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Local musician produces another Nickelodeon show theme song
Rick Witkowski, of STUDIO L, located in Weirton, recently returned from Soundstage 21 at Universal Studios Florida in Orlando, Fla. after providing the theme music for Nickelodeon's newest show, "My Family's Got GUTS!"
Weirton Daily Times |
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Frank Carroll is a music trailblazer
Whether it was Woodstock or Bob Marley that helped shape Frank Carroll, one thing is certain — this self-proclaimed “hippie who never grew up,” just plays the music he feels like playing. Viewing the world though his dark, reggae-tinted sunglasses, Carroll has trailblazed his own path, weaving comfortably through a large assortment of styles and genres.
Collier Citizen |
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Oh What a Night: Spencer Plays Final Jersey Boys Performance Sept. 14
J. Robert Spencer, one of the original foursome of Broadway's Jersey Boys, plays his final performance as Nick Massi in the Tony-winning musical at the August Wilson Theatre Sept. 14.
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ON THE RECORD: Legrand, Boublil and Schönberg's Marguerite , Plus Blackhurst & Stritch
This week, the London cast album of the new Michel Legrand-Alain Boublil-Claude-Michel Schönberg musical Marguerite and "Dreaming of a Song," with Klea Blackhurst and Billy Stritch singing Hoagy Carmichael.
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Signature's "Black Box" Les Miz Will Put Audience in Middle of the Action; Cast Announced
In the Signature Theatre's new 2008-09 production of the smash musical Les Misérables , Javert, Jean Valjean, Fantine and the rest of the 19th-century French "miserable ones" will be as you've never seen them before — up close and personal.
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Rock Band 2 Wireless Guitar and Drums Hardware Review [Review]
Just like the actual Rock Band 2 game, the new Rock Band 2 peripherals work more at refining the experience than redefining it. The wireless guitar and wireless drum kit add a bit of freedom from...
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Parade aims to unite all Hispanics in area
TRENTON -- When Trenton's Latinos gather for the city's first Hispanic Parade today, the event may signal more than an opportunity to enjoy music and floats. It also reflects the arrival of a demographic that will shape the culture and politics of the city for decades to come.
The Times of Trenton |
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Steven D. Lisk: Head of the class at Country Day
When Steven D. Lisk found out Lancaster Country Day School was looking for a new leader, he wanted to make sure the situation was a good fit before applying for the job. It turns out that LCDS was comfortable with the match. Lisk was selected from a pool of more than 40 candidates to be head of...
Lancaster Online |
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St. Lucie County Community Calendar for Aug. 14
TODAY Children/Families Fundays in the Square: Kids activities. Tradition Square, Tradition. 2-5 p.m. Free. Other Benefit Motorcycle Ride: Music, contests; Benefits daughter of St. Lucie County deputy's daughter injured in hit-and-run. Working Man Cycles, 875 S. Kings Highway, Fort Pierce, 10 a.m. (772) 467-9788. MONDAY Arts/Crafts Open Studio: Treasure Coast Art Association, 223 Avenue A, ...
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Shipboard Entertainment Matures
Sure, the fanfare and the feathers are still there: the high-stepping Vegas-look-alike hoofers, the brassy Broadway revues, and the bauble-bedecked million-dollar productions. But entertainment at sea is broadening to include classical music performances, opera, contemporary dance and theater. Cunard Line, for instance, showcased the Boston Symphony Chamber Players, one of the world's most ...
The Tampa Tribune |
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Orchestra conductor strikes ‘wobbly’ note
The Fouad Fakhouri bobblehead is sold on the orchestra’s Web site at www.fayettevillesymphony.org or at the orchestra’s office at 145 Person St. The cost is $20, plus $5 for shipping. Call 433-4690.
The Fayetteville Observer |
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Bledsoe: Local rocker Baker still pops
While Knoxville is increasingly becoming known as a center for Americana music, power pop has always been one of the strongholds of the city. While some acts, including Superdrag, have earned a deserved international following and played for the major labels, others have simply simmered on the local scene.
Knoxville News Sentinel |
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Guest pianist plays for gold
Two weeks before the opening ceremony of the 2008 Summer Olympic Games, Spencer Myer had already secured gold for the United States. On July 27, the pianist was announced the first-prize winner of the 2008 New Orleans International Piano Competition.
Knoxville News Sentinel |
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Ginger Ninjas peddle into town, music in tow
MIDDLETOWN - Making music the Ginger Ninjas way is a cooperative effort - literally.
The Middletown Press |
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LAST WEEK: Best-sellers at Borders
Following were best-sellers at Borders Books & Music in Springettsbury Township for the week that ended Sept.
York Daily Record |
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AT BORDERS: Book signings
Two local authors will sign books at Borders Books & Music, 3000 Whiteford Road, Springettsbury Township.
York Daily Record |
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