Plymouth, MA

New York City, NY

1 2024 Tony Award Nominations- HELL'S KITCHEN and STEREOPHONIC Lead the Pack!. NewYorkRep presents The Opposite of Love, a world premiere production of a new play by Ashley Griffin (Trial). The limited three-week engagement plays May 28 through June 15 at Royal Family Performing Arts Space. The Opposite of Love...

NewYorkRep Presents THE OPPOSITE OF LOVE At Royal Family Performing Arts Space

Sarasota, FL

Sarasota Orchestra returns to the Orioles' Ed Smith Stadium for its annual Outdoor Pops concert on Friday, May 3, 8:00pm and Saturday, May 4, 8:00pm at Ed Smith Stadium. This year's show, Back to the ‘80s, is a power-packed evening of the decade's number-one songs, including Madonna's “Material Girl,” Cyndi Lauper's first smash hit, “Time After Time,” and “The Power of Love” by Huey Lewis & the News.

Sarasota Orchestra Hosts Annual Outdoor Pops Concerts This Weekend

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Well, it was ceratinly one way to wake people up. On Friday morning at around 10:23 AM, an approximately 4.8 magnitude earthquake struck much of the east of the United States. It's been reported that the earthquake primarily occurred in the New York City/New Jersey areas. However, the effects were felt as far south as Maryland and as far north as Maine.

Earthquake Rattles East Coast

Stage, film, television and novel writer Theresa Rebeck will be interviewed about her long and brilliant career at 6p.m., Monday, June 3, at the Bruno Walter Auditorium, at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center (111 Amsterdam Avenue at 65th Street), New York. This event,...

League of Professional Theatre Women To Present Oral History Interview with Broadway Playwright Theresa Rebeck

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Baltimore, MD

Children's Playhouse of MD will present a Young Adult Series production of MEAN GIRLS. This young adult series production features book by Tina Fey and music by Jeff Richmond. Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a "Revenge Party" to end Regina's reign, she learns the hard way that you can't cross a Queen Bee without getting stung. A fearless musical about chasing popularity and being true to yourself.

Children's Playhouse of MD Presents A Young Adult Series Production of MEAN GIRLS

Brooklyn, NY

Each week, amateur comedians enter $1 for a chance to win the comedy lottery jackpot. 15 names are drawn at random to perform 3 minutes of standup comedy. Performers will be scored by a panel of judges including Demetrius Fields (TikTok), Austin Locke (Comedy Central) and a guest host. The winner takes home all the sign ups and half of the ticket sales.

The Comedy Lottery to Take Place Every Monday At Flop House Comedy Club

Los Angeles, CA

In recognition of Theo Bikel's enduring cultural legacy and many year leadership of the Actors’ Unions, the city of Los Angeles has decided, by a unanimous vote by City Council, to name the square in front of the SAG-AFTRA building “The Theodore Bikel Square for Peace and Justice”. The new Theodore Bikel Square will be the newest addition to LA’s highly prestigious Miracle Mile district, alongside The Academy Museum, the LA county Museum of Art, the La Brea Tar Pits, The Peterson Car Museum. A festive unveiling of the square will take place sometime this summer (*** Exact date, time and list of participating personalities on hand to wish a Happy 100th birthday to Theo Bikel, to be announced by the City of Los Angeles).

Actors Equity and City of Los Angeles Celebrate Theo Bikel's 100th Birthda

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Newark, NJ

ArtsXChange, an innovative collaboration between New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) and Clinton Hill Community Action (CHCA), celebrated its first anniversary on April 30, 2024, with a “birthday party” attended by more than 200 guests. This ArtsXChange pilot engages local residents in the production of arts and cultural...

ARTSXCHANGE Celebrates First Anniversary At NJPAC

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Green River, WY

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According to the city website, the Riverview Cemetery is the 3rd cemetery in Green River, Wyoming. The first was located northwest of Centennial Park. The second was located where the Sweetwater County Library is located today.

Over the years, several bodies have been found under the library

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Reading, PA

1 Senator John Fetterman Slams School For Canceling Actor's Speech Over 'Activism' and 'Lifestyle'. The ​Reading Theater Project​ has announced the cast and performance details for Banshee by Adam Richter, the third staged reading in the Play Reading Series: Wonder. The reading will take place Thursday, May 9, 2024, 7pm at GoggleWorks Center for the Arts’ Boscov Theatre, 200 Washington Street, Reading, Pa. Free parking is available behind the building.

Reading Theater Project Hosts Reading of BANSHEE By Adam Richter

Theater artist Leslie Ayvazian is bringing her latest experiments in “mercurial minimalism” to Pangea. Starting this Tuesday, May 7, and running through Tue July 23, she’s alternating two of her popular chamber shows – Porcupine Girl and Mention My Beauty – both of which “have developed loyal followings among some of New York’s leading Downtown theater artists, even while Ayvazian keeps them studiously off the radar.”

Interview: Leslie Ayvazian Is Gearing up for Her Residency at Pangea

Dallas, TX

Bishop Arts Theatre Center will celebrate three decades of theatrical excellence with a 30th Anniversary concert on July 9th, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. at the Winspear Opera House. The gala promises to be an unforgettable evening of soulful melodies and rhythmic bliss with a star-studded lineup featuring the legendary Najee, the soulful Eric Roberson, and the phenomenal Alex Bugnon.

Bishop Arts Theatre Will Host 30th Anniversary Gala At Winspear Opera House

Indiana State

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Denver, CO

David Heitz

Do you wonder what that nasty smell that has been cropping up all over Denver is?. I know. Denver has lots of nasty smells, including urine and feces in the alleys. There also is the unmistakable chemical smell of meth that turns some people’s stomachs. And of course, marijuana lingers in the air Denver-wide.

Opinion: The smell of death in Denver

Migrants and their advocates hosted a press conference Friday at an undisclosed homeless encampment and railed against conditions in Denver. Migrants Willy Bastidas and a woman named Mandy shared stories of shelter conditions. They said migrants are being kicked out after three days with nowhere to go.

Migrants defend homeless encampment in Denver ahead of sweep

Burlington, VT

In March, the Flynn announced French-Caribbean soul-funk-R&B artist and producer Adi Oasis as the curator for the 2024 Burlington Discover Jazz Festival. Now, after months of planning, preparation, and collaboration, the Flynn is thrilled to reveal the full lineup for the 2024 Burlington Discover Jazz Festival, produced by the Flynn and presented by New England Federal Credit Union. The festival takes place across Burlington from June 5-9, with performances at the Flynn, the Vermont Comedy Club, all along Church Street Marketplace, and Waterfront Park. The festival features free music every day; almost all of the jazz festival events are free, including the massive shows at the Top of the Block on Church Street and two days at the Burlington Waterfront. The performers at this year’s festival were selected to draw focus on five primary themes: the future of jazz, women’s impact on the genre, centering LGBTQIA+ communities, global perspectives, and youth at the center.

Big Freedia, Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 and More Set for 2024 Burlington Discover Jazz Festival

A reimagined version of Much Ado About Nothing, set in 1940s Italy, will open at the Gene Frankel Theatre next month. Directed by Thomas G. Waites, performances will run June 7 - 30. About the Show. Join in for a delightful evening with Shakespeare's 'Much Ado About Nothing,' a masterful...

Reimagined MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Set in 1940s Italy Will Open at the Gene Frankel Theatre

Aurora, CO

Aurora pit bull owners and other dog lovers made themselves heard Monday during the Aurora City Council meeting. A judge’s recent decision means pit bulls once again aren’t allowed in the city. This prompted owners of the breed to take their grievances to City Hall.

Pit bull owner to Aurora council: ‘You’re not taking my dog’

Tulsa, OK

Once On This Island comes to Tulsa PAC this week. Performances run May 4-5, 2024. The musical is presented by Theatre Tulsa. A tale of love, prejudice, and the power of storytelling. Guided by the mighty island gods, Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl, sets out on a remarkable journey to follow her heart and find her place in the world.

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Comes to Tulsa PAC This Week

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Low Cut Connie Will Play the Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth

South-Philly rock band Low Cut Connie will perform at the Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth on June 15. Led by singer, songwriter, and pianist...

Low Cut Connie Will Play the Spire Center for Performing Arts in Plymouth

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