by Doug Dreisbach | Mar 19, 2024 | FRONT PAGE, LOUISVILLE ORCHESTRA
On April 8th, the University of Louisville Kentucky Author Forum is welcoming singing legend and health advocate, Renée Fleming. She will discuss her upcoming book, Music and Mind: Harnessing the Arts for Health and Wellness. Louisville Orchestra conductor Teddy Abrams will serve as the Master of Ceremonies for the evening.
Renée Fleming is one of the most acclaimed singers of our time, performing on the stages of the world’s greatest opera houses and concert halls. Honored with five Grammy awards and the U.S. National Medal of Arts, she has sung for momentous occasions from the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony to the Super Bowl. Fleming’s new book, Music and Mind: Harnessing the Arts for Health and Wellness, draws upon her own experience as an advocate to showcase the breadth of this booming field.
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by Doug Dreisbach | Mar 5, 2024 | FRONT PAGE, PNC BROADWAY IN LOUISVILLE
Bringing Clue to Life: The Journey from Board Game to Stage Mystery
Get ready to play detective, Louisville!
Clue, the board game that has enthralled players since 1949, jumps off the table and onto the stage, bringing a whirlwind of mystery and laughter to The Kentucky Center. From March 5 to 10, the roll of the dice comes to life, and Louisville will be smack in the middle of the action — minus the risk of becoming the next victim, of course!
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by Doug Dreisbach | Jan 22, 2024 | FRONT PAGE, LOUISVILLE BALLET
Tailspin Ale Fest, the premier celebration of craft beer and community, is back for its 11th year on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the iconic Bowman Field in Louisville, Kentucky. This year promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a lineup of exceptional features and activities for attendees to enjoy. The Tailspin Crew is ready to produce a “Knock Out” Experience benefiting Pints for Parkinson’s-TKO, serving people with Parkinson’s through regular exercise, a bit of boxing and community enrichment enabling them to fight against the progression of the disease while staying functionally active – giving hope for the future.
Tickets and info available at tailspinalefest.com/tickets
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by Doug Dreisbach | Nov 2, 2023 | FRONT PAGE, PNC BROADWAY IN LOUISVILLE
In the heart of America, where the Ohio River gracefully weaves through urban marvels and timeless traditions, Louisville stands poised for a theatrical epiphany. The city, no stranger to grand performances, now waits with bated breath for the grandeur of Broadway in Louisville and the “Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.” But this is not just any tale of rock ‘n’ roll. As the golden curtains prepare to unveil, audiences will be ushered into an intimate panorama of Tina Turner’s life, revealing facets and depths to her journey that many have yet to fathom.
Louisville, prepare for a revelation that resonates far beyond the footlights.
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by Doug Dreisbach | Oct 2, 2023 | FRONT PAGE, Uncategorized
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of tickets for OPENING NIGHT on October 5th!
Back by popular demand the fabulous Venardos Circus (veh-NARR-dos), a Broadway-style animal-free circus, is returning to Louisville! The show will be held on the Great Lawn at Waterfront Park in Louisville, KY with its all-new “Let’s Build a Dream” Tour from October 5 – 15, 2023. This season the wondrous Venardos Circus cast will take audiences on a journey under the big top as it unveils a fresh, magical, and all-new experience for fans. The show features an original score, amazing performers, stunning lighting, and dazzling costumes. The 2023 Venardos Circus is traveling with a new, custom-crafted, Italian-made red-and-white striped tent that offers expanded seating around a central stage for an immersive experience.
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