LOWELL, Mass. /CitizenWire/ — Lowell Chamber Orchestra is proud to present “As One” on Saturday, November 20, 2021, 7:30 p.m., at Middlesex Community College. The critically acclaimed, 75-minute chamber opera created by composer Laura Kaminsky and librettists Kimberly Reed and Mark Campbell with film by Ms. Reed, has had nearly 50 productions around the world […]
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News: The Sacramento SPCA’s 3rd Annual Art Fur Paws Online Auction Opens November 18! | CitizenWire
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The 3rd Annual Art Fur Paws Online Auction to benefit the Sacramento SPCA will be live at Witherell’s from November 18 to December 2, 2021. Now in its third year, this two-week auction will feature artwork by many of the region’s finest artists, as well as antiques, collectibles, and jewelry, all […]
News: Legacy Launch Pad Publishing releases book addressing doctor burnout by Dr. Patrick Tran | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Legacy Launch Pad Publishing is releasing “Burn-In: A Doctors Guide to Finding Happiness, Avoiding Burnout and Catching FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early)” (ISBN 978-19514079-0), the second book by Dr. Patrick Tran.
News: New book, ‘True Joy for the Retired’ reveals major breakthrough in unleashing the power of appreciation, love and inclusion between generations | CitizenWire
SAN DIEGO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Paulina Kay has released a new book entitled “True Joy for the Retired, A Holistic Approach to Spreading the Love to Our Forgotten Elderly” (ISBN: 978-1773710075). It shows the young and old how to overcome: the deeply rooted Disconnection between generations; the often heartbreaking loneliness and hopelessness of the elderly; […]
News: ‘Chess Board Rapture’ NFT Collection Presents Digital Art Inspired by The Game of Chess | CitizenWire
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Art collectors and chess lovers will soon have a chance to own high-quality depictions of historically important chess battles in the form of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) issued through Citrusw00d Productions. Citrusw00d has minted an initial pair of multimedia chess films on the OpenSea NFT marketplace that will list for sale […]
News: Music Theater Works Announces 2022 Season | CitizenWire
SKOKIE, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — Music Theater Works has announced the 2022 Season, opening with Jerry Herman’s “LA CAGE AUX FOLLES” (March 10, 2022 – April 3, 2022) starring Joshua Eads Brown (AKA Ginger Minj) from “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” followed by “DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID” (June 2, 2022 – June 22, 2022), “ZORRO: THE MUSICAL” (August […]
News: Former ‘American Pimp’ Turned Police Accountability Activist, Andre Taylor Revisits his Roots with ‘Many Shades of Dre’ Hip Hop Music and Video Project | CitizenWire
SEATTLE, Wash. /CitizenWire/ — In what might appear to be a major contradiction of sorts, civic activist Andre Taylor is reflecting on his notoriously iconic, urban culture hustler past and bringing back his alter pimp ego, “Gorgeous Dre,” with the release of his new music and video project, “Many Shades of Dre.”
News: World of Illumination Unveils Two New Experiences in Georgia | CitizenWire
ATLANTA, Ga. /CitizenWire/ — World of Illumination – the producer of the world’s largest drive-through animated light show – is unveiling two new theme parks in the Atlanta-metro area. Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton will be home to Arctic Adventure and Six Flags White Water in Marietta will house Rockin’ Christmas.
News: Exiled Afghan Artist Paints Without Arms or Legs – Inspires Hero Award | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Robaba Mohammadi, Afghanistan’s most famous artist, who paints with her mouth due to a birth defect which denies her the use of her limbs, is reacting to the Taliban’s recent takeover of her homeland by building a movement to honor Heroes everywhere, and seeks assistance from those who share her […]
News: The World’s Largest Drive-Through Animated Light Show Is Coming to Southern California | CitizenWire
ARCADIA, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — World of Illumination – the producer of the world’s largest drive-through animated light show – is unveiling a brand new theme park called Reindeer Road in Arcadia, California. Slated to open November 17 at Santa Anita Park, the show’s construction is already underway and presale tickets are now on sale.
News: Bass Player Clint ‘Payback’ Sands Rallies Hip Hop Pioneers for Check Your Risk Campaign for Diabetes Awareness Month | CitizenWire
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Chuck D and Flavor Flav of Public Enemy, Coolio, Kid Frost and the Dogg Pound’s Kurupt are just a few of the hip hop pioneer veterans who responded when bass player / music producer Clint “Payback” Sands reached out to his friends, inviting them to sound the alarm and participate […]
News: ‘FRIDAY THE 13TH’ spin-off, ’13 FANBOY’ Coming to a Theater Near You | CitizenWire
RUIDOSO, N.M. /CitizenWire/ — 13 Fanboy LLC announces: After 12 years without a “FRIDAY THE 13TH” film, fans are hungry for new blood. Enter Deborah Voorhees (yes, that is her real name), star of “FRIDAY THE 13TH part 5,” and director of the October 22, 2021 horror film “13 FANBOY.”
News: Golden State Pops Orchestra and Chorale present their Return to the Stage with the annual Holiday POPS Spectacular! | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Golden State Pops Orchestra announces their Return to the Stage with the “Holiday POPS Spectacular” on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at 8pm in the Warner Grand Theatre in San Pedro, CA. Celebrate the holiday season with Maestro Steven Allen Fox, Resident Choir Maestra Marya Basaraba, and the Golden State […]
News: Sue Larsen, Singer-Songwriter, Releases her Third Single, Which Pokes Fun at Not Accepting a Relationship Ending | CitizenWire
NORTH CASTLE, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Bijoux Music Group LLC announced Sue Larsen’s next pop single, “You Will Always Be There” is being released today, under the Bijoux Music Group LLC label and produced by Sue Larsen. It can be found on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora and all other streaming platforms. It is also […]
News: DJ Expression: A Master of Mixtapes Drops New Release | CitizenWire
DALLAS, Texas /CitizenWire/ — DJ Expression, also known as Peter O Okeke, has vowed to make a difference and to add value to the music industry by pushing the AfroBeat genre. Nigerian-born, this musical artist has developed a unique style where he’s created a signature blend of mixes and sounds. Now, he’s excited to announce […]
News: Disparaged US President Herbert Hoover Was a Great Humanitarian | CitizenWire
DENVER, Colo. /CitizenWire/ — Herbert Hoover’s fall from grace during his presidency (1928-1932) has been well documented, but his initial rise to greatness — when he became known to the world as a Great Humanitarian — has all but been forgotten, according to “Yanks behind the Lines” (ISBN 978-1538141649; Rowman & Littlefield) author Jeffrey B. […]
News: A New Sports Apparel Brand for Sneakerheads called Sneakerhabbit is a must-have and the Hoodies are Phenomenal | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Founder and CEO of Sneakerhabbit, Leon Fontaine had always dreamt of creating an apparel line for avid lovers of sneakers. Leon has been deeply involved in the fashion industry for years and has worked with renowned iconic brands like Kanye West, Ed Hardy, Saint Laurent, and Giorgio Armani This has […]
News: Transgender Actress Hera Anderson Stars in Upcoming Film ‘The Black Rose’ | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — 3Films Entertainment has made an official disclosure, confirming that star actress and writer Hera Anderson will play the leading role in their highly anticipated LGBT short film “The Black Rose.” At the helm of the production of the LGBT short film “The Black Rose” is Alexander Kurbonov as the Production […]
News: Singer Tony Hightower Brings Real Jazz to The Young Generation on ‘Legacy’ Sophomore Project Richly Inspired by His Jazz Singer Mother Theresa Hightower | CitizenWire
ATLANTA, Ga. /CitizenWire/ — Singer/Songwriter Tony Hightower is taking up the mantle to be a bridge that ushers R&B audiences into Jazz – Real Jazz. With years of experience as a singer, drummer, and actor (easily recognizable from his work in Tyler Perry movies/TV/stage productions), Atlanta-native Hightower is still just getting started.
News: The Lowell Chamber Orchestra earns recognition in national competition | CitizenWire
LOWELL, Mass. /CitizenWire/ — The Lowell Chamber Orchestra has been awarded third place in The American Prize Competition for the Performing Arts. The orchestra was recognized for their performances in its inaugural season, in a division that appraises professional orchestras around the United States.
News: New Book, ‘The Origin of Language’ – The first scientific proof that finally explains the mystery no one has yet to figure out | CitizenWire
SUNNY ISLES, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Mr. Joe Lanyadoo is publishing his second book “The Origin of Language.” The first scientific proof that finally explains the mystery no one has yet to figure out; how language, an ability that required 4 simultaneous mutations in 4 different organs in a group of related people just appeared in […]
News: Deuxmers Publishing releases ‘Tales From the Liminal’ – Mother of Eleven Gives Birth to Fifteen Short Stories | CitizenWire
MADISON, Wis. /CitizenWire/ — After getting a degree in English from UW-Madison and debuting her fiction in The Onion, author S. K. Kruse found herself on a twenty-five-year sabbatical to raise eleven children, while also managing a non-profit and writing a rock opera in her spare time. Now down to the last three teenagers, Kruse […]
News: Upstart California museum acquires mythic ad characters | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Valley Relics Museum of Van Nuys, California, has acquired a collection of 3,000 advertising characters once housed in the galleries of the Museum of Modern Mythology in San Francisco, founder Tommy Gelinas announced today.
News: Classic Easyriders is back in time for the Holidays: Get a Limited Edition David Mann Ghostrider Tapestry | CitizenWire
BROOKLYN, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — GIT Corp., a publishing company out of New York, today announced the on sale date for the first issue of the new Classic Easyriders magazine and an exciting free David Mann premium. America’s classic vision of righteous rides and rowdy rallies returns on December 7th.
News: MTS and See Your Shadow Songwriting Win at 14th Prayze Factor Awards | CitizenWire
PITTSBURGH, Pa. /CitizenWire/ — On Saturday, September 19, 2021 the winners for the 14th Prayze Factor Awards were announced. MTS Management Group is proud that they, along with their client, See Your Shadow Songwriting, were selected among the winners. See Your Shadow, headed by Michael Coleman, was named Best Alternative Gospel Group for their single, […]
News: High Mountain Breezes (HMB Players) Releases 2nd Presale Track, ‘Will The Circle Be Unbroken’ off Soon to be Released Record, ‘Daddy’s Margarita Rose’ | CitizenWire
NASHVILLE, Tenn. /CitizenWire/ — High Mountain Breezes today announce the release of their second pre-sale song “Will The Circle Be Unbroken,” a track from their soon to be released record “Daddy’s Margarita Rose.” The track is now available on Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, You-Tube and many other major streaming services.
News: The Keeping Tabs Awareness Campaign: Rotting Rationality | CitizenWire
FLINT, Mich. /CitizenWire/ — Jonathan McKay, better known by his social influencer tag RoarJMcKay is a psychedelic multimedia content creator hailing from Flint, MI. Harnessing the influence of psychedelia, McKay has begun to apply concepts of geometric structure and interconnectedness visually in abstract ways. After surviving the disastrous “Flint Water Crisis” and fighting a brave […]
News: ‘Impolite Boys,’ a slice of life dark comedy set in New York, now available on popular streaming channels | CitizenWire
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — “Impolite Boys,” a dark comedy film that depicts the life of Peter and John, two unbearable young boys who struggle as they can to survive the adversities of New York life, is now available on Apple TV, VUDU, Google Play and Amazon. “Impolite Boys,” written, produced, and directed by Hamado […]
News: Jaiimoni Starr releases single ‘Stop and I Go,’ launching career at age 16 | CitizenWire
ST. LOUIS, Mo. /CitizenWire/ — Jaiimoni Starr, who sung solo songs and performed praise dances at church, and began her career doing cover raps, launches her first professional rap single with “Stop and I Go.” She is 16. Allen Daugherty, Daugherty Entertainment, is managing the artist.
News: The Lowell Chamber Orchestra opens their third season with cosmic music, premieres | CitizenWire
LOWELL, Mass. /CitizenWire/ — The Lowell Chamber Orchestra opens its third season this Saturday, September 25, with music inspired by the cosmos. The three works by Anna Clyne, Micah Roberts, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, all allude to a cosmic object.
News: Social Activist AM Davies Introduces New BIPOC Hosts to Share the Mic on Her ‘Yes, a Stripper’ Podcast | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — An iconic veteran of Hollywood’s nightlife scene, AM Davies (AMD) has been working with and advocating for dancers and workers within the sex community for nearly two decades. She is the Secretary of Strippers United (formerly Soldiers of Pole), an organization which works to unionize dancers and has hosted her […]
News: Los Angeles-Based Minority Director, Lakpathy Wijesekara’s Feature Film ‘Free By Noon’ To Hit Theaters In October | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Los Angeles-based, Sri Lankan filmmaker, Lakpathy Wijesekara’s latest feature film “Free By Noon” starring John Eisen, Raechel Wong, Justine Herron and Melissa Howell will be theatrically released in Los Angeles from October 15 to October 21, 2021 at the Laemmle theater in Glendale.
News: Music Theater Works Presents RAGTIME | CitizenWire
SKOKIE, Ill. /CitizenWire/ — Music Theater Works will present “Ragtime” at the North Shore Center For The Performing Arts In Skokie (9501 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60076) from October 29, 2021 through November 7, 2021 being the third production of the 2021 Season.
News: Legacy Launch Pad Publishing releases business book by navy captain-turned-entrepreneur Gene Moran | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Legacy Launch Pad Publishing is releasing the second book by entrepreneur Gene Moran, founder and president of the consulting firm Capitol Integration. “Make Your Move: Charting Your Post-Military Career” (ISBN 978-1-951407-79-7) synthesizes Moran’s experiences.
News: Thousands to Be Tattooed at 19th Annual Boston Tattoo Convention at Hynes Convention Center | CitizenWire
BOSTON, Mass. /CitizenWire/ — The Boston Tattoo Convention announces its 19th annual gathering in the heart of downtown Boston! The event will be held this weekend Friday September 17 – 19, 2021 at the Hynes Convention Center.
News: MAGLITE and Trekin Outdoors! Partner to Encourage the Adventurous Outdoor Lifestyle and Use of MAGLITE Products During Those Adventures | CitizenWire
ONTARIO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — MAGLITE and Trekin outdoors! have formed a partnership which will highlight the outdoor adventures of the Trekin Outdoors! team and will include the generous use of Trekin Outdoors! footage in the MAGLITE social media and offer fans of Trekin Outdoors! the chance to win MAGLITE products.
News: Beyond Baroque Announces Amanda Gorman Future Voices Poetry Fund | CitizenWire
VENICE, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Beyond Baroque, one of the nation’s leading independent Literary Arts Centers, has announced the Amanda Gorman Future Voices Poetry Fund. The fund, named in honor of Beyond Baroque alumna and U.S. Presidential Inaugural Poet Amanda Gorman, will provide $10,000 to young poets of color.
News: Malcolm-Jamal Warner Joins Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival as Celebrity Judge | CitizenWire
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Pompano Beach Arts is proud to announce that television icon Malcolm-Jamal Warner is joining the fourth annual “Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival” as a celebrity judge. The famed star of “The Cosby Show” and current hit “The Resident” will also be performing his poetry at the festival and sharing thoughts […]
News: Get Ready for New Licensed Character for Advertising and Toys: Here Comes Black Friday | CitizenWire
MIAMI, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — The day after the American Thanksgiving Day holiday has long been considered the biggest shopping day of the year in the United States. Dubbed “Black Friday” for many reasons. Empire License, Inc. is now very excited to introduce to the world their very own version of Black Friday: “Black Friday” the […]
News: Award-Winning Toastmaster Launches 2021 Burbank International Film Festival | CitizenWire
BURBANK, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Award-winning Toastmaster Jeff Rector, of Toastmasters International District 52, invites film industry professionals and film enthusiasts to secure their VIP All-Access Passes to the Festival Screenings, Red Carpet Events, Parties and Closing Night Dinner & Gala Awards Show. The Burbank International Film Festival (BIFF) is proud to celebrate its 13th anniversary […]