National Ballet of Ukraine to perform in Orlando for humanitarian benefit event
Orlando’s Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts and Ginsburg Family Foundation have announced a first of its kind performance by the world-renowned National Ballet of Ukraine to benefit Ukrainian citizens, refugees and veteran services, according to a news release from the Dr. Phillips Center.
Opera Orlando: Tickets on sale now for upcoming season at Dr. Phillips Center
Opera Orlando Tickets are on sale now for Opera Orlando’s upcoming season at the Dr. Phillips Center. (Opera Orlando)ORLANDO, Fla. — Tickets are on sale now for Opera Orlando’s upcoming season at the Dr. Phillips Center. Opera on the MainStage tickets are on sale to the general public now, with special early bird pricing available through July 5. Opera on the MainStage subscriptions are on sale through the Dr. Phillips Center’s Bill & Mary Darden Box Office (445 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando), online at DrPhillipcsCenter.org or by calling 407-839-0119, ext. READ: The Judds, Ray Charles join Country Music Hall of Fame one day after Naomi Judd’s deathIn addition to its Opera on the MainStage series, Opera Orlando has a full slate of events planned for its Opera Everlasting season.
wftv.comTickets on sale for 8 new shows coming to the Dr. Phillips Center
Clint Coley Tickets are now on sale for eight new shows at the Dr. Phillips Center. (Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts)ORLANDO, Fla. — Tickets are now on sale for eight new shows at the Dr. Phillips Center. The shows include everything from Broadway, ballet, magic, comedy and opera. • Central Florida Community Arts presents “Ragtime: A Benefit Concert” coming to the Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater on June 18 and 19. You can click here to buy tickets.
wftv.comDr. Phillips Center completes construction on new performance theater
There were lots of cheers and excitement Wednesday as leaders announced the official completion of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Orlando with the debut of a brand-new, world-class theater in January called Steinmetz Hall.
'Acoustically perfect' performance space Steinmetz Hall will open in January with a Grand Celebration … and the Royal Philharmonic
The other "acoustically perfect" shoe drops! During a Wednesday press conference at the Dr. Phillips Center, the official-official opening date of the much-anticipated Steinmetz Hall...
orlandoweekly.comDr. Phillips Center announces mask and vaccine requirements for indoor events starting Oct. 1
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts (WFTV)ORLANDO., Fla — Dr. Phillips Center announces mask and vaccine requirements for indoor events starting Oct. 1>>> STREAM CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS LIVE <<
From sci-fi to science: Film presentation shows how Nichelle Nichols changed the face of space
ORLANDO, Fla. – The City of Orlando plans to observe Women’s History Month, in part, by showing a film from a local filmmaker that highlights the contributions of Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols to NASA. The film is directed and produced by Todd Thompson, and shows how Nichols took her career in sci-fi television to a career in science itself. AdNews 6 spoke to Thompson about the documentary back in 2019 right after it showed to a standing-room only crowd at the Orlando Film Festival. “It’s important for me to tell stories that enlighten mankind and the world and make the world a better place,” said Thompson. “Nichelle certainly did that with her impact on NASA.”For more information on the film, click here.
Gerald Law II and the Clutch and Zoe McCray bookend a strong weekend of Black expression in Orlando
click to enlarge Austin WarrenJoel, Gerald and Jamiel Lawclick to enlarge Photo courtesy of Zoe McCrayZoe McCray and Jessica RaspolichThis weekend is a fitting musical launch forwith two consecutive days of expression that’s not just incidentally Black but proudly and intentionally so.On Saturday, Feb. 6, local jazz groupwill kick it off at the Dr. Phillips Center’s Alexis & Jim Pugh Theater. More than just musical selections from Law’s latest two companion albums (), this program will notably feature selections froma multimedia project by Gerald and brothers Joel and Jamiel that frames African-American culture through the perspective and voices of its people.To optimize safety, the night is a two-show stand with seating in either single, spaced-out gallery seats or tables for four. Tickets for the 7 p.m. show and the 9 p.m. show are both currently available.Then, on Sunday, Feb. 7, local singer— a member of the Voices of Liberty singing group at Epcot — will manifest the Black voice in her own soprano at Timucua Arts Foundation. Titledafter the Beatles classic that McCartney wrote during the Civil Rights movement to honor Black women, her recital — accompanied by pianist— will be devoted to classical composers of color and arias written with a Black woman as the narrator.To maximize viewing opportunities while maintaining safety-minded capacity, Timucua will offer donation-based tickets to the in-person performance as well as a livestream of the event. Show begins at 7:30 p.m.If you go out, respect everyone’s distance, for all our sakes.
orlandoweekly.comThe Dr. Phillips Center ushers in Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a full weekend of celebrations
click to enlarge Photo courtesy of Dr. Phillips CenterThe Jazz Orchestra at Dr. Phillips CenterSince we're basically living through our own version of the 1960s,comes with extraordinary relevance and imperative this momentous year. To celebrate, the Dr. Phillips Center will host a weekend full of honorary events ahead of the federal holiday.On Friday evening, Jan. 15, theconcert will channel the indefatigable American spirit of the Civil Rights movement with the 17-memberand spoken word artists performing the work of icons like Marvin Gaye, Charlie Parker and Nina Simone. The outdoors show is part of the Frontyard Festival, so all seating is in private, distanced boxes with food and beverage service. Face masks are required and seating is in private boxes for up to five people assigned upon entry.The event is free and open to the public. Show begins at 10 a.m.Remember: If you go out, respect everyone’s distance, for all our sakes.
orlandoweekly.comOrlando actor turned Broadway star Michael James Scott raises a cup of cheer at the Dr. Phil
He's helping inaugurate the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts' Frontyard Festival, an ambitious year-long outdoor event that's influencing arts organizations across the country. Event Details Michael James Scott: A Fierce Christmas @ Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts 445 S. Magnolia Ave. "I am the product of a community in Orlando, Florida, that really, really supports the arts," explains Scott, an alumnus of Dr. Phillips High School's performing arts program. After that Orlando engagement, Scott rejoined Aladdin's Broadway company just in time for the pandemic's first peak to hit New York City. "I need to be able to look into the audience and see a patron's face sitting there, looking into you, having that intimate connection in a theater," Scott says.
orlandoweekly.comSomeday Honey are the latest homegrown act to get the big spotlight of the Dr. Phillips Center's AMP'd Series
click to enlarge photo by Bao Le-HuuSomeday Honey at the Dr. Phillips Center's AMP'd Seriesclick to enlarge photo by Bao Le-HuuSomeday Honey at the Dr. Phillips Center's AMP'd Seriesclick to enlarge photo by Bao Le-HuuSomeday Honey at the Dr. Phillips Center's AMP'd Seriesclick to enlarge photo by Bao Le-HuuSomeday Honey at the Dr. Phillips Center's AMP'd Seriesclick to enlarge photo by Bao Le-HuuSomeday Honey at the Dr. Phillips Center's AMP'd Seriesclick to enlarge photo by Bao Le-HuuSomeday Honey at the Dr. Phillips Center's AMP'd SeriesDowntowns gleaminghas unquestionably upped the average on the citys stage game. Its programming focus, though, is primarily a Promethean one aimed at bringing us the fire from the major touring circuit. Itson the other hand, is dedicated to showcasingAfter nearly two years since its debut run, AMPd is currently in its second season and will run monthly through June. And Baker, well, shes never anything less than a knock-down encounter.Experiencing a show at the posh Dr. Phillips Center is certainly a pleasure. And the AMPd Series is a nice civic acknowledgement, boost and celebration of thethat exists under and around it.
orlandoweekly.comLeslye Gale's O-Town Lowdown on Magic 107.7 for Monday, Feb. 24, 2020
I know we have sharks off the coast of Florida, but I wasn't thinking they were this big! - LINK Congrats Six Flaggs on seeing a need and conquering it! The popular park becomes the first theme park to certify all of its locations certified autism centers. Our small but mighty local team works tirelessly to bring you high-quality, uncensored news and cultural coverage of Central Florida. Whether it's a one-time acknowledgement of this article or an ongoing pledge, your support helps keep Orlandos true free press
orlandoweekly.comOrlando Mayor Buddy Dyer declares Wayne Brady Day this Saturday
click to enlarge Screenshot and video via Dr. Phillips CenterMayor Dyer appears second from the left, above"Little guy from Tangelo Park, I never thought I'd see the day that I have my own day in Orlando," Brady says in the video. Dr. Phillips High School, the drama program, Karen Rugerio, SAK Theater, I love you guys. So I'll see you October 12, in Orlando, Dr. Phillips Center, come get ready to laugh. "But this is his first big show in Orlando, and certainly at Dr. Phillips Center, since it opened." as well as his own "The Wayne Brady" show, for which he won two Emmys for Outstanding Talk Show Host.
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