“Sister Act,” based on the Touchstone Motion Picture, tells the hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a disco diva, whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder. Under protective custody she’s hidden in the one place she won’t be found—a convent! Disguised as a nun and under the suspicious watch of the Mother Superior, […]
Rockland Community College’s upbeat musical performances of “Godspell” will be featured at the Cultural Arts Theater this month. Evening performances take place April 12-14 at 8 p.m. and a matinee performance takes place Sunday, April 15 at 2 p.m. Celebrate the innocent exuberance of the 70s as RCC’s Campus Players and Performing Arts bring “Godspell” to Rockland County […]
BY GEORGE J. DACRE The longest running show in Westchester Broadway Theatres’ 44-year history “Phantom” is returning September 13 through November 25, 2018 and December 27, 2018 through January 27, 2019. “A Chorus Line” on mainstage is being held currently through April 1; then “Sister Act,” April 5 to July 1; “Anything Goes,” July to September 9; “Phantom,” September […]
BY GEORGE J. DACRE Famed New York Giants Super Bowl winning quarterback Phil Simms will host a “big game” viewing party at Empire City Casino in Yonkers on February 4. Simms will meet and greet fans and sign autographs. No admission charge. Visit emprirecitycasino.com for more info. “The Burning of New York” will be up next by Shades […]
“A Raisin in the Sun” proves an apt opening for Shades Rep’s new location BY CANDY PITTARI On Thursday, November 30 I had the privilege of witnessing a group of outstanding actors perform Lorraine Hansbury’s classic “A Raisin in the Sun.” The powerful story has been performed live worldwide and filmed starring Sydney Poitier. I […]
BY GEORGE J. DACRE Leziee Peterzell will do live entertainment for the “Women Dine for a Cause” event Wednesday, November 8, from 6-8 p.m. at the home of Gail Cosseboom, 24 King Arthur Court, New City. It will benefit Habitat For Humanity. Register at www.womendine.net or email womendine@gmail.com. Shade Repertory Theatre will open their new season at their new venue, Garner Arts […]