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New executive director plans to attract younger audiences to The Lyric Theatre
... ch of her beach time as well as her hobbies of roller derby and volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters. “I’ve sacrificed a lot of my personal interests,” said the avid paddle boarder. “But we all do, for something we love. I’ve never looked back.” Her recent appointment was unanimous by the board of directors, who were working on a succession plan for 65-year-old Loesser, who has been in charge for 16 years. “Kia routinely demonstrated that she not only stayed on top of the ...
/news/1579-new-executive-director-plans-to-attract-younger-audiences-to-the-lyric-theatreLyric season heats up, tickets for a full season on sale Sept. 8
... mante and several of his musical friends. Flutist Gary Arbuthnot, a student of James Galway, will present classical and popular favorites Nov. 7 and country star Lee Greenwood take the stage Nov. 8. “The Jew, The Old Jew and the Guy from Jersey: An Evening of Clean Stand-Up Comedy,” comes to town Nov. 13 and another returning favorite, “Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus Live!” takes the stage Nov. 20-21. December is always a busy month at the Lyric and it’s a good time to think ...
/news/1582-lyric-season-heats-up-tickets-for-a-full-season-on-sale-sept-8Jazz and blues musician inspired by roots
... September 11, 2015 Shelley Koppel Staff writer/Your Voice News & Views www.YourVoiceWeekly.com MARTIN COUNTY — Walter Parks is an American original. The singer/songwriter, a Jacksonville native, gives life to the music of the north Florida and Georgia swamps, but his voice is tinged with the operatic training he received. He moved to New York City to find his voice, and in a stay at a French monastery, he discovered he’d already found it in the music of his roots. He was the lead guitar pla ...
/news/1585-jazz-and-blues-musician-inspired-by-rootsEncourage Creativity: Teach the Arts (documentary)
... Using their own words, three ordinary children with an extraordinary commitment demonstrate the power of art in their everyday lives. Ian (10 yrs old) suffers attention and learning challenges so he uses art to quell anxiety before gymnastics competitions and focus before big tests. Jordyn (8 yrs old) used dance and music to put an end to being bullied at school, make new friends, and deal with the feelings that come with growing up. Andrew (14 yrs old) is home-schooled, a Tae Kwon Do black belt ...
/news/1597-encourage-creativity-teach-the-arts-documentaryComics span generations at Lyric
... edians began their careers. “There was a lot of anti-Semitism in America,” he said. The Catskills were a wonderful place for us to be accepted. The stand-up comedy world started in the Catskills and so many went on to other things.” Roman had the opportunity to watch Milton Berle, Buddy Hackett and others at work. “For a kid that wanted to become a comedian, I just fell in love,” he said. “I patterned myself after Alan King, doing monologues about reality. On my nights off, I’d ...
/news/1639-comics-span-generations-at-lyricPaul Tanner Promo
... BUY TICKETS FOR LYRIC THEATRE PERFORMANCE - DEC. 15TH! Singer impressionist Paul Tanner is a consummate entertainer who has amazed audiences from Las Vegas to Broadway and around the globe. His show is jam-packed with impressions and is one that delights audiences of all ages. From Neil Diamond to Tom Jones, Johnny Cash, Elvis, and beyond, Paul Tanner's show has made him one of today's most sought-after acts in the world of live entertainment. ...
/news/1720-paul-tanner-promoLIVE IN CENTRAL PARK [Revisited]: Simon & Garfunkel
... Promo video for a new concert which will re-create the actual set-list from this historic concert in Central Park. ...
/news/1729-live-in-central-park-revisited-simon-garfunkelClassic concert re-created
... Rivera, Lea Salonga and Tom Wopat. “I found that a lot of venues can’t afford a Chita Rivera concert,” he said. “Every year, while I’m pitching my Broadway names, I try to come up with tribute or thematic concerts, like the music of Johnny Mercer or Irving Berlin or Sinatra. They are remarkable and I can sell (the shows) at a price point that gets me into venues that can’t afford other stars.” Lessack came up with the idea of a Simon and Garfunkel tribute show, but he felt he nee ...
/news/1744-classic-concert-re-createdSimon & Garfunkel - April Come She Will (Live In New York 1981)
... Simon & Garfunkel Live in Central Park....April come she willWhen streams are ripe and swelled with rainMay she will stayResting in my arms againJune she'll change her tuneIn restless walks she'll prowl the nightJuly she will flyAnd give no warning to her flightAugust die she mustThe autumn winds blow chilly and coldSeptember I rememberA love once new has now grown old ...
/news/1750-simon-garfunkel-april-come-she-will-live-in-new-york-1981Magic is no illusion for artist
... he said. “It’s an art form unlike anything else. It’s a niche area in the entertainment world. A select few get bitten by the magic bug as a child and I was able to pursue it. The show, “Unbelievable,” is (my) life story. The audience comes back in time to carve out the career path to where we are today.” Ross spent six years touring the world with Disney, and “Unbelievable” is a new show for this tour. “We’re in our second month,” he said. “We’re super-excited to spe ...
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