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Howlin’ Brothers find old-time music fits multiple venues
Thursday, May 2, 2013
The Howlin’ Brothers studied music at Ithaca College. While there, the three performed in everything from jazz ensembles to jam bands, together and separately.
For Tim Olsen, variety brings depth
Thursday, May 2, 2013
For JTim Olsen, being a teacher, a choir director and a band leader is interconnected. He draws influence from all of his varied experiences — often songs he talks about in his classes end up in his band’s set lists, or a modified arrangement he did for the Joey Thomas Big Band will find its way into his student ensembles’ repertoires.
Students from underserved schools get chance to shine in NYC chorus
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Kids love to sing. That was something Francisco Núñez was counting on when he founded the Young People’s Chorus of New York City 25 years ago.
Musical ‘Les Misérables’ is a feast for both eyes and ears
Thursday, May 2, 2013
There was never a doubt, when Proctors announced a run of “Les Misérables” this season, that it would be playing to sellout crowds. They will not be disappointed by this production.
Albany Civic play treats subject with compassion
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Don’t be concerned by the title of Paula Vogel’s play, “The Oldest Profession.” Yes, the story revolves around the lives of five aging prostitutes, but it focuses on the people, not their chosen occupation.
New Orleans festival has jazz and a lot more
Thursday, May 2, 2013
About now, I’m waking up in New Orleans, heading to Jazz Fest. Some ask me: Isn’t it too much jazz? No such thing.
ALBANY
Albany’s Broadway Art Center to close
Thursday, May 2, 2013
The Broadway Art Center, which has displayed and sold artwork in the downtown Arcade Building since 2007, will close May 31.
ALBANY
Five Tulip Queen finalists announced
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
They include three young women from Albany, one from Watervliet and one from Slingerlands. The winner will be announced on May 11 at the 65th Albany Tulip Festival.
SCHENECTADY
Review: ‘Les Miserables’ is a feast for the eyes and ears
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
“Les Misérables” at Proctors is creative, beautifully staged, and brilliantly acted and sung. The sets are the perfect mix of grunge and utility, and the backdrop is breathtaking.
Albany native Carolee Carmello lands third Tony nomination
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
An Albany High graduate and 1983 University at Albany alum, Carolee Carmello received the third Tony Award nomination of her career Tuesday morning when she was singled out for her performance as the title character in Kathie Lee Gifford’s “Scandalous: The Life and Trials of Aimee Semple McPherson.”
‘Kinky Boots,’ ‘Matilda’ lead Tony nominations
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
The Cyndi Lauper-scored “Kinky Boots” has earned a leading 13 Tony Award nominations, with the British import “Matilda: The Musical” close behind with 12. Tom Hanks, making his Broadway debut, earned a nod as leading man in a play.
Albany actress receives Tony Award nomination
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Carolee Carmello is among those nominated for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for her role in "Scandalous: The Life and Trials of Aimee Semple McPherson."
NEW YORK
UPDATE: 'Kinky Boots' kicks up 13 Tony nominations (with list)
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
The Cyndi Lauper-scored “Kinky Boots" has earned a leading 13 Tony Award nominations, with the British import “Matilda: The Musical” close behind with 12. “Kinky Boots” is based on the 2005 British movie about a real-life shoe factory that struggles until it finds new life in fetish footwear.
NEW YORK
Yo Adrian! Musical 'Rocky' coming to Broadway in 2014
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
It’s been a knockout in Germany. Now Sylvester Stallone hopes a musical based on his beloved boxing film “Rocky” will also be a hit on Broadway.
ALBANY
Tulip Queen finalists to be introduced Wednesday
Monday, April 29, 2013
Mayor Jerry Jennings and Tulip Festival Chair Marcus Pryor will introduce the five finalists for 2013 Tulip Queen at a press conference Wednesday.
