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Charlotte Ballet is gearing up for the 2023-2024 season which will be the first one fully curated by artistic director Alejandro Cerrudo. Several world premieres by notable choreographers are highlights, and the season kicks off with a performance in Toronto, the first time since 1981 Charlotte Ballet is traveling abroad. Cerrudo describes some of the innovative and traditional works audiences can expect to see as well as why he is passionate about the artform of dance. Learn more about the Charlotte Ballet season . Pictured: Alejandro Cerrudo by Richard Israel.
This week, host Tori Barlow sat down to speak with Richard Israel, Vice President of Channels at Navistone. This episode is all about working in threes to get the job done, whether that be building your go-forward revenue model or finding the best fit for leveraging your partners. Join the conversation and learn all about structuring your partner process and what you should definitely avoid.
Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth interview with Scott Dreier, Singer & Producer of “The Doris Day Project” CD & “Forever Doris” Tribute DVD Harvey and Scott discuss Doris Day, her life, career and role as animal rights and protection activistAbout Harvey's guestsSCOTT DREIER is thrilled to be celebrating the incredible Doris Day with Doris and Me (2013 and 2014 winner of the Eddon Best of LA Theater Award-Best Male Solo Show). This is Scott's love letter to Doris Day written with Kurtis Simmons. “Doris and Me” is directed by Richard Israel. Scott has performed the show since 2012—in San Diego (Welk Resort Theatre), San Francisco, Arizona, Rhode Island, Los Angeles, Thousand Oaks, at the prestigious 54 Below in New York, and at the Carmel Performing Arts Center in Carmel, CA celebrating Doris Day's 92nd birthday, with all proceeds benefiting the Doris Day Animal Foundation..Scott has made his living as a professional performer for 20 years in theatre, TV, commercials, voiceover, film, recording and cabaret. Scott is best known in the theatre world for playing Seymour in Little Shop of Horrors (12 productions). Theater includes: Smudge in the San Diego Company of Forever Plaid, First Date (La Mirada Theatre), Plaid Tidings (Laguna Playhouse), the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz, Side by Side by Sondheim (Best Lead Male- Desert Theatre League Award), Simeon/Levi in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Kodak Theatre), the Baker in Into the Woods, Bud Frump in How to Succeed in Business..., Papa Who in The Grinch Stole Christmas (Old Globe Theatre with Tony award winning director, Jack O'Brien)—not to mention four domestic and international one-man shows for Buena Vista Film and Disney. Also a recording artist, Scott's self-titled debut solo CD of Big Band, Broadway and Pop songs featuring a duet with TV's Katey Sagal ("Married with Children", "Sons of Anarchy") was selected onto the preliminary Grammy Ballot. Scott has been the guest vocalist for Pasadena Pops and sang back up for Barbra Streisand at two of her LA concerts. As a voiceover artist, Scott was the official voice of Knuckles the Echidna for Sega Games, Sonic the Hedgehog. He has appeared in numerous national and regional television commercials. TV credits include: "The First Family", "The Suite Life on Deck", "iCarly", "Malcolm in the Middle", "Greetings from Tucson", "General Hospital", and the film Enchanted Go West. Scott has just completed his second CD “The Doris Day Project”. Scott is a member of Actors' Equity, SAG-AFTRA and AGVA. He is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. For more interviews and podcasts go to: https://www.harveybrownstoneinterviews.com http://www.scottdreier.com/ https://www.facebook.com/thedorisdayproject https://twitter.com/thescottdreier https://dorisdayanimalfoundation.org/ https://dorisdaytribute.com/#scottdreier #dorisdayanimalfoundation #harveybrownstoneinterviews
Brit Drozda wants to spark human connection. In her new, six song EP, Seashells & Stories, the Charlotte, North Carolina based songwriter weaves through the range of human experience like isolation, fear, and gratitude for friends. Brit also tells the inspiring story of how she returned to music after a hiatus by confronting her own fears to become her most authentic self. During the show, we hear three tracks from the new EP – “Avalanche,” “Seashells & Stories,” and “Spotlight.” Follow Brit @britdrozda pc: Richard Israel
"Wilkommen, bienvenue, and welcome" to the legendary musical that entertains you, slaps you across the face, and somehow makes you grateful for it: CABARET! Award winning director Richard Israel joins us to discuss the brilliance of Kander & Ebb, the elegance of Joe Masteroff, and why this musical is a must in 2020.Enjoy a look at Richard's work by visiting https://richardisraeldirector.com Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Twitter @amusicalpodcast. And while you're at it, hop over to our Teepublic store: https://www.teepublic.com/user/a-musical-theatre-podcast
If you haven’t already seen the gorgeous photos from our podcast launch photoshoot… you should take a look - Check out the Video -we’ll wait! We worked with a killer team that helped us enter the podcast world with a BANG; Richard Israel, Whitley Hamlin, Andy Goh, Catie Starr, Stephanie Vitale, and Eric Irvin. But we can’t thank our fantastic partners, Merchant & Trade, enough for letting us takeover their luxurious Rooftop Space on top of the Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel. On this episode of XM Divas we interview Director of Food & Beverage at the Kimpton Tryon Park, Andrew Carlson to talk about Opera Experiences. We dive into dress codes, cocktails, what to do before/after an opera and we dish on the Charlotte Night life scene! ( 0:41 ): Alright, we are back for another episode of XM Divas. We are live recording at Merchant & Trade. We are joined here with the Food and Beverage Director of the Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel, Andy Carlson. ( 2:09 ): Megan asks Andy: what was your inspiration behind the concept of Merchant & Trade? ( 4:22 ): Xela asks Andy: where do you think Merchant & Trade fits in with the rest of the nightlife in Charlotte? ( 4:56 ): Xela asks Andy: do people like to watch the Knights game from here? ( 7:13 ): Xela asks Andy: have you seen an opera before? ( 7:37 ): Xela asks Andy: what is your conception of opera? ( 9:11 ): Xela asks Andy: do you have dress code requirements? ( 12:08 ): Megan asks Andy: if people want more information, where do they go? XM Divas is hosted by Xela Pinkerton and Megan Miller, and recorded in Charlotte, NC. Our producers are Andy Goh and Stephanie Vitale. Remember to rate, subscribe, favorite and review us on your podcast platform of choice, it helps up get discovered by other listeners! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@xmdivas), and bookmark our website, xmdivas.com.
From the Best of State of the Arts (Originally broadcast December 27, 2012) - Musical Theatre Singer/Actor Chris Kauffmann, star of the LA smash hit Avenue Q talks about his experience with the Doma Theatre Company’s production of the Tony Award winning musical at the Met Theatre in Hollywood. Award winning director Richard Israel also joins the panel to discuss his direction of Avenue Q and other directorial ventures. From Season 5 of American Idol, popular nightclub star Bobby Bennett shares his thoughts about Idoland his upcoming headlining return to Sterling’s Upstairs at the Federal in North Hollywood.
From the Best of State of the Arts (Originally broadcast December 27, 2012) - Musical Theatre Singer/Actor Chris Kauffmann, star of the LA smash hit Avenue Q talks about his experience with the Doma Theatre Company’s production of the Tony Award winning musical at the Met Theatre in Hollywood. Award winning director Richard Israel also joins the panel to discuss his direction of Avenue Q and other directorial ventures. From Season 5 of American Idol, popular nightclub star Bobby Bennett shares his thoughts about Idoland his upcoming headlining return to Sterling’s Upstairs at the Federal in North Hollywood.
Critically acclaimed Director Richard Israel, Broadway musical theatre star Joe Donohue (U.S. National Tour of Rent), and theatre star Lauren Patten are interviewed about their participation in the west coast premiere of The Burnt Part Boys... a coming of age musical set in a West Virginia mining town featuring an Appalachian-inspired score at West Hollywood’s Third Street Theatre. Broadway song and dance nightclub and recording star Cortes Alexander (Liza’s at The Palace) discusses his relationship with Liza Minnelli and his upcoming engagement at Sterling’s Upstairs at The Federal in North Hollywood. Donohue and Patten reveal embarrassing career moments.
Critically acclaimed Director Richard Israel, Broadway musical theatre star Joe Donohue (U.S. National Tour of Rent), and theatre star Lauren Patten are interviewed about their participation in the west coast premiere of The Burnt Part Boys... a coming of age musical set in a West Virginia mining town featuring an Appalachian-inspired score at West Hollywood’s Third Street Theatre. Broadway song and dance nightclub and recording star Cortes Alexander (Liza’s at The Palace) discusses his relationship with Liza Minnelli and his upcoming engagement at Sterling’s Upstairs at The Federal in North Hollywood. Donohue and Patten reveal embarrassing career moments.
Chris Kauffmann, star of the LA smash hit Avenue Q talks about his experience with the Doma Theatre Company’s production of the Tony Award winning musical at the Met Theatre in Hollywood. Award winning director Richard Israel also joins the panel to discuss his direction of Avenue Q and other directorial ventures. From Season 5 of American Idol, popular nightclub star Bobby Bennett shares his thoughts about Idol and his upcoming headlining return to Sterling’s Upstairs at the Federal in North Hollywood. Sponsored by Breakdown Services (http://www.breakdownexpress.com/)
Tales of lotion and men in motion are told by Sterling and Stroili. Television, film and stage actor Scott Lowell (Showtime???s Queer as Folk) discusses his appearance in the upcoming motion picture The Chicago 8. The Live Arts Calendar highlights Arthur Miller???s The Crucible at Theatre Banshee in Burbank, CA; and The Blank Theatre Company???s production of Jon Marans??? The Temperamentals at Hollywood???s Second Stage Theatre. Award winning theatre director Richard Israel discusses his endeavors with the hit musical Having it All at the NoHo Arts Center in North Hollywood, and the classic Broadway musical Gypsy (Stripped) for West Coast Ensemble at Hollywood???s Egyptian Arena Stage. Lowell and Israel share embarrassing moments in theatre. Sponsored by Breakdown Services (http://www.breakdownexpress.com/)