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Thursday, December 18, 2014

Ocala Civic Theatre’s SLEUTH runs Jan 8 – 18th by Michael J. Roberts

The mystery/thriller Sleuth will be live on stage January 8-18, 2015 at Ocala Civic Theatre. Mystery writer Andrew Wyke (Michael Nolan) and handsome Milo Tindle (Deion Howard) have two loves…

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HOLIDAY GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE NOW from Ocala Civic Theatre by Michael J. Roberts

Holiday gift certificates are on sale now! Theatre tickets are a great gift idea for family, friends, clients, co-workers, or that special someone. With a wide variety of shows, we have some…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 05:04PM

Ocala Civic Theatre to Hold OPEN AUDITIONS FOR “TRIBUTE TO THE USO”January 11-12, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. by Michael J. Roberts

Open auditions for the benefit concert Tribute to the USO will be held on Sunday, January 11 and Monday, January 12 at 6:00 p.m. each night at Ocala Civic Theatre.  Tribute to the USO is a …

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 05:02PM

GUYS & DOLLS to Return to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall December 30 by Michael J. Roberts

Set in Damon Runyon’s mythical New York City, Guys & Dolls returns to the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on December 30. This oddball romantic comedy – considered by many to …

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 04:59PM

IMAGINING MADOFF’s Playwright Deborah Margolin to Attend TampaRep Production by Michael J. Roberts

TampaRep’s production of Imagining Madoff opens on January 8th and plays on Thursdays through Sundays until January 25th. Performances are in Studio 120 (TAR 120) in the Theatre Center…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 04:57PM

Alfonso Ribeiro to Join DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE! Coming to Jacksonville, Jan 4 by Michael J. Roberts

Dancing with the Stars’ newest Mirrorball champion Alfonso Ribeiro announced on last week’s season finale that he will join the upcoming DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE! Tour, joini…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 04:55PM

FSCJ Artist Series Presents LET’S GO SCIENCE SHOW in February 8 by Michael J. Roberts

Let’s Go Science Show plays at the Nathan H. Wilson Center for the Arts on Florida State College at Jacksonville’s South Campus (11901 Beach Blvd.) on Sunday, February 8, 2015 at…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 04:52PM

GENESIS THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS “CREATION’S BIRTHDAY” THE LIFE OF EDWIN HUBBLE by Michael J. Roberts

CREATION’S BIRTHDAY brings to life the story of the Big-Bang Genesis through the legendary battle between astronomer Edwin Hubble and the scientific icon Albert Einstein. Hubble’s name i…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 04:14PM

FATHER RUFFIAN OPENS JANUARY 13, CONTINUES CITY LIT’S 35TH SEASON by Michael J. Roberts

Father Ruffian: Shakespeare’s Falstaff Story, a world premiere adaptation by three-time Jeff-winning adaptor Paul Edwards of Henry IV, parts 1 and 2, begins previews on Friday, January 9…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 04:11PM

Victory Gardens Theater presents We Must Breathe: A Response from Chicago Playwrights and Poets Tonight at 7pm by Michael J. Roberts

Victory Gardens Theater announces We Must Breathe: A Response from Chicago Playwrights and Poets, a special event gathering members of Chicago’s artistic community to share their views on …

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:05PM

MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL’S JOHN PRIGNANO APPOINTED TO THE EDUCATIONAL THEATRE ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS by Michael J. Roberts

John Prignano, senior operations officer for theatrical licensor Music Theatre International (MTI) http://www.mtishows.com has been appointed to the Educational Theatre Association Board of …

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 02:53PM

Documentary Language Matters Asks: What Does it Take to Save a Language? Filmmaker David Grubin & poet Bob Holman screen sections of their documen by Michael J. Roberts

The Poetry Foundation is one in a series of locations throughout the United States that will air Language Matters, the two-hour documentary by noted filmmaker David Grubin and poet Bob Holma…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 02:36PM

SH-K-BOOM RECORDS UNVEILS “THE LAST FIVE YEARS” ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK AVAILABLE IN STORES AND ONLINE FEBRUARY 10 by Michael J. Roberts

Sh-K-Boom Records has announced the release of THE LAST FIVE YEARS (ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK), the musical companion to the eagerly anticipated RADiUS-TWC film. THE LAST FIVE YEARS…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:50PM

SH-K-BOOM RECORDS UNVEILS “THE LAST FIVE YEARS” ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK AVAILABLE IN STORES AND ONLINE FEBRUARY 10 by Michael J. Roberts

Sh-K-Boom Records has announced the release of THE LAST FIVE YEARS (ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK), the musical companion to the eagerly anticipated RADiUS-TWC film. THE LAST FIVE YEARS…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 01:47PM

Showbiz Nation LIVE! Interview with Cinderella’s KECIA LEWIS by Michael J. Roberts

Showbiz Nation LIVE! Interview with Cinderella’s KECIA LEWIS from SHOWBIZ CHICAGO on Vimeo. Broadway superstar Kecia Lewis discusses her role as the Fairy Godmother in the National Tou…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 01:39PM

Laura Osnes to star as Julie Jordan in Lyric’s new production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved musical Carousel April 11 – May 3, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

Lyric Opera of Chicago announced today that will star as Julie Jordan in Lyric’s new production of Carousel, on stage April 11 through May 3, 2015. Osnes comes to Lyric following her Tony…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 12:57PM

ITZHAK PERLMAN at the McCALLUM THEATRE Tuesday – January 20 – 8:00pm by Michael J. Roberts

The McCallum Theatre presents Itzhak Perlman on violin, accompanied by Rohan De Silva on piano, on Tuesday, January 20, at 8:00pm. Itzhak Perlman enjoys superstar status rarely afforded a cl…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 12:09PM

THE GIFT THEATRE ANNOUNCES CASTING FOR WORLD PREMIERE OF ‘THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF ANTARCTICA’ Running March 5 – April 26, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

The Gift Theatre artistic director Michael Patrick Thornton announces the world premiere of intriguing and touching drama The Royal Society of Antarctica by Naperville native Mat Smart (whos…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:15AM

Tango Buenos Aires will perform “Song of Eva Peron” at the McCallum Theatre Jan. 19 by Michael J. Roberts

Through the generosity of Annette Bloch, the McCallum Theatre presents Tango Buenos Aires on Monday, January 19, at 8:00pm. The company of Tango Buenos Aires will perform “Song of Eva Pero…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 11:11AM
Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Casting Announced For Milwaukee Rep’s GOOD PEOPLE Running Jan. 20- Feb. 15 by Michael J. Roberts

Milwaukee Repertory Theater announced casting today for Good People, the next production in their 2014/15 Quadracci Powerhouse Season. The Tony-nominated play explores complex social questio…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:58AM

CASTING AND CREATIVE TEAMS ANNOUNCED FOR STEPPENWOLF THEATRE COMPANY’S GARAGE REP 2015 FEBRUARY 20 – APRIL 26, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

Now in its sixth year, Steppenwolf Theatre Company presents Garage Rep 2015, featuring three cutting-edge Chicago companies producing bold work in rotating repertory for ten weeks under Step…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:54AM

VON HEIDECKE’S CHICAGO FESTIVAL BALLET’S PRODUCTION OF “THE NUTCRACKER” RETURNS TO THE MAC DEC. 20 & 21 by Michael J. Roberts

Von Heidecke’s Chicago Festival Ballet (CFB) marks its 25th anniversary production of “The Nutcracker” with four performances at the McAninch Arts Center (MAC), located at 425 Fawell B…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 11:43AM
Tuesday, December 16, 2014

PORCHLIGHT MUSIC THEATRE PRESENTS THE CHICAGO PREMIERE OF SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM, FEBRUARY 6 – MARCH 15, 2015 AT STAGE 773 by Michael J. Roberts

Porchlight Music Theatre is proud to announce the second production in its 20th Anniversary Season of Sondheim, the Chicago premiere of Sondheim on Sondheim, February 6 – March 15, 201…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:20PM

FIRST DATE, THE BROADWAY MUSICAL COMEDY, Plays Royal George Cabaret Beginning February 5 by Michael J. Roberts

FIRST DATE, Broadway’s new musical comedy about the most dangerous human endeavor in existence, the dreaded blind date previews at the Royal George Cabaret, 1641 North Halsted, Chicago…

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TIMELINE THEATRE PRESENTS A THEATRICAL EVENT: THE CHICAGO PREMIERE OF TWO OF RICHARD NELSON’S ACCLAIMED APPLE FAMILY PLAYS: THAT HOPEY CHANGEY THI by Michael J. Roberts

TimeLine Theatre Company continues its 2014-15 season with a special production featuring two of Tony Award winner Richard Nelson’s acclaimed Apple Family Plays: THAT HOPEY CHANGEY THING a…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 03:07PM

Olympia Dukakis Presents a Workshop on the Art of Greek Theatre March 3-7, 2015 by Michael J. Roberts

WHAT:            Academy Award-winning actress Olympia Dukakis visits Sarasota this March 3-7 to present an exclusive workshop for the 2016 class of the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for…

SOURCE: SHOWBIZ NoFLO at 02:38PM

Lincoln Park Community Shelter Announces New Executive Director/ Dan Hula to Join Staff on December 15, 2014 by Michael J. Roberts

Dan Hula begins as Executive Director of Lincoln Park Community Shelter (LPCS), as announced on November 24, 2014, by Board President Brent Carstensen. Hula brings an impressive track recor…

SOURCE: showbizchicago.com at 02:09PM

JACK HANNA’S “INTO THE WILD – LIVE!” McCALLUM THEATRE Sunday – January 18 – 3:00pm by Michael J. Roberts

Jack Hanna returns to the McCallum Theatre with his popular show “Into the Wild – Live!” on Sunday, January 18, at 3:00pm. Jungle Jack’s live show features many of his favorite anima…

SOURCE: Showbiz So Cal at 02:05PM

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