Theater

Asmik Grigorian Honored with Prestigious Austrian Music Theater Award, Celebrating a Stellar Operatic Legacy

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Salzburg, Austria — Asmik Grigorian’s latest accolade at the Austrian Music Theater Award is much more than a testament to her skill; it’s a recognition of her influential presence in opera, a genre deeply entrenched in Austria’s cultural history. The 43-year-old soprano, who is currently performing as Polina in Peter Sellars’ “The Gambler” at the prestigious Salzburg Festival, expressed profound gratitude, underscoring the immense value she finds in such acclaim in a country renowned for its operatic tradition. Grigorian’s journey through the world of opera is marked by compelling performances that blend emotional intensity with … Read more

Federal Appeals Court Upholds Tennessee’s Anti-Drag Law, Dismissing Suit by LGBTQ+ Theater Group

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Nashville, TN — The a controversial Tennessee law that imposes limitations on drag performances will remain effective following a federal appeals court decision on Thursday. This ruling comes after the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed a lawsuit that challenged the law, reversing a lower court’s previous judgment that had temporarily blocked the statute on grounds of constitutional free expression rights. The court concluded that the Memphis-based LGBTQ+ theater group Friends of George’s, which initiated the legal challenge last year, does not have the standing to sue. The group had argued that the law, … Read more

Theater Camp, Magazine Dreams, Mutt, The Stroll, Bad Press, Fantastic Machine, Against the Tide, Animalia, Mami Wata, and When It Melts Win Coveted Sundance Special Jury Awards

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Park City, Utah – The Sundance Film Festival concluded with Special Jury Awards recognizing outstanding contributions in various categories. One of the notable awards was the U.S. Dramatic Special Jury Award: Ensemble, which was presented to the cast of “Theater Camp.” The jury praised the cast for creating a film that celebrates the collaborative nature of creativity and invites new communities into the worlds they have built. It was an acknowledgment of the film’s ability to make the audience feel welcomed and at home. Another film that received recognition was “Magazine Dreams,” which won the … Read more