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Lucinda Moore to appear on TBN’s “Praise the Lord” program on Monday, May 23, 2010

Lucinda Moore, who has done vocal cameos on recordings with Hezekiah Walker and Tramaine Hawkins, is celebrating a milestone. The 20-year music veteran, best known for her 2006 breakthrough smash “Pressure into Praise,” has just released her sophomore CD “Blessed, Broken & Given” (Tyscot Records). The album has debuted at #13 on Billboard’s Top Gospel Albums chart – her highest entry to date (Her prior self-titled CD peaked at #18 on the same chart in 2007). Now, Pastor Zachary Tims has chosen to have Moore as his special psalmist on Monday, May 23, 2010, episode of TBN’s “Praise The Lord” program.
Tims will host the program and conduct interviews with Bishop Larry Trotter, Dr. Todd Hall, and Pastor Lawrence Powell. Moore will sing songs throughout the broadcast. Visit www.tbn.org and the “Praise Tonight” tab for more information.  Visit  www.lucindamoore.com or www.tyscot.com for more information on Moore.

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American Pianist Association names five jazz pianists as finalists in competition

In a recent news release, Dr. Joel Harrison, president/CEO and artistic director of the American Pianists Association announces five finalists who will compete for the $50,000 prize and the title of 2011 Cole Porter Fellow in Jazz of the American Pianists Association.  The five finalists, in no particular order, are:
Emmet Cohen, 20, Miami

Aaron Diehl, 24, New York City

Zach Lapidus, 23, Indianapolis

Jeremy Siskind, 23, New York City

Glenn Zaleski, 22, New York City

First Alternate: Christopher Ziemba
Alternates: Stuart Mindeman; Richard Sears


The preliminary round was held May 7-9, 2010, in Indianapolis by a group of five nationally-distinguished professionals, including: Frank Kimbrough, jazz pianist and teacher at the Juilliard School; jazz pianist Darrell Grant from Portland, OR; Dana Landry, head of the jazz studies program at Northern Colorado University in Greeley; John Salmon, jazz and classical pianist and 1983 Fellow of the American Pianists Association; and Brent Wallarab, founder and artistic director of the Buselli-Wallarab Jazz Orchestra.

According to Harrison, the jury heard, in anonymous fashion, the CDs submitted by 40 pianists nominated earlier this year for the awards.  Harrison said in a news release, “I am especially pleased that this year we had pianists nominated from virtually every region of the country.  The jury, of course, is not aware of any of that during deliberations, but I am glad we are reaching a wide geographic constituency.” 

The REI Real Estate Services Jazz Premiere Series, featuring each of the five finalists in a fully produced set at Indianapolis’ Jazz Kitchen, over a period of five months, begins in September 2010. Jazz Discovery Week (finals) will be April 10-17, 2011, and will feature the five finalists in a variety of settings around Indianapolis, including the Indiana State Museum, the Jazz Kitchen and the Athenaeum.  The Cole Porter Fellowship, with its cash prize of $50,000 to the winner of the competition, is the largest prize in the world for a young jazz pianist.

The mission of the American Pianists Association is to advance the careers of American jazz and classical pianists between the ages of 18-30. The organization was founded in 1979 in New York City and has been in Indianapolis since 1982.

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It’s all about “Little Women” at Tulsa Spotlight Theatre

The Tulsa Spotlight Theatre, 1381 Riverside Drive in Tulsa, OK, presents “Little Women”  April 23-25 and April 29-May 2. Thursday and Friday performances are at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday performances are at 2:00 p.m.
The audience will view this timeless and enduring classic about the March sisters’ journey from childhood to maturity during the American Civil War. Audiences of all generations will enjoy acquainting — or reacquainting — themselves with the sisters: Meg, the eldest; Jo, the high-spirited tomboy; Amy, the self-centered beauty; and gentle Beth, as well as their beloved Marmee and Father. Together the March family learns to endure both good times and bad as they share the joys and pains of growing up. Interlaced with warmth, family loyalty and traditional values, all these important events provide the audience with a better understanding of their lives. 
Admission is $8-$10. For reservations, call the Spotlight Theatre box office at (918) 587-5030.

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Cushing Community Theatre continues “The Turn of the Worm” production

Cushing Community Theatre, 105 E. Broadway, Cushing, OK, presents “the Turn of the Worm”  with dinner performances at 6:30 p.m. April 16-17, 2010 and 2 p.m. Sunday, April 18, 2010, matinee (no dinner is included at this performance).
The production is written by George Tubbles and directed by Sandra Williams. Cast members of “The Turn of the Worm” are Lucy Robinson, Ethelee Seeberger, John Alcorn, Zach Amon and Krystal Hutchko.
 “The Turn of the Worm” is the story of elderly Italian sisters share an apartment and speak to each other only on Easter, Christmas and shopping days. This play turns into an experiment in love and understanding. It bristles with humor as lessons are learned by all. It’s tempered with thought-provoking content. It’s poignant, funny and suitable for all ages.
Tickets for the dinner performances are $25 per person (or $192 for a table of 8) and $12 at the door or $10 in advance for the Sunday matinee performance. Sponsors are the Oklahoma Arts Council and Escott’s Foods. For more information, go to www.cushingcommunitytheatre.com or call (918) 225-4141.

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Gospel artist Israel Houghton to kick off tour on April 23 in Richmond, VA

According to a news release, Grammy winner worship leader, songwriter and recording artist Israel Houghton will kick off his “Power of One” concert tour at 8 p.m. Friday, April 23, 2010, at The Richmond Outreach Center (ROC), 5501 Midlothian Turnpike, Richmond, VA. Houghton’s latest CD “Power of One” won him his third consecutive Grammy in January during the 52nd Annual Grammy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles. He won the award for “Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album” for the project and was honored with a “Best Gospel Song” nomination for “Every Prayer” from “Power of One.” Previously, Houghton and the New Breed won a 2008 Grammy for the CD “A Deeper Level” and in 2007 for “Alive in South Africa.” This year’s Grammy win marks Houghton’s first one as a solo artist. 
In addition to his career as a recording artist, Israel Houghton is a worship leader at Houston’s Lakewood Church and a spokesman for international relief agency World Vision. He is also the recipient of six Dove Awards, two Stellar Awards and a Soul Train Award. 
The program will also feature an appearance by comedian Mike Washington of BET’s “Comic View” TV program. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at The Roc’s bookstore (804) 675-4101 or online at ticketweb.com.  
The Richmond Outreach Center is lead by Pastor Geronimo Aguilar and his wife Samantha. It is the tenth fastest growing ministry in the nation according to Outreach Magazine Report.The Power of One Tour is sponsored by Bailey Productions in conjunction with Allen Management Group.

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Like poetry? Then go to Shades of Brown Coffee and Art for some verses tonight


Got any plans for (tonight) April 9th? Come to Shades of Brown Coffee and Art, located at the corner of 33rd Street and Peoria Avenue in Tulsa, OK, at 8 p.m. to see Ithica‘s band member Damion Shade and Mercy Gallagher Teague throw down against the forces of spending a Friday night  … not listening to awesome poetry. Side note: It is a music/arts performance.  😀 For more information, call (918) 747-3000.

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Muskogee Little Theatre presents Disney’s “Beauty and The Beast” in April

“Disney’s “Beauty and The Beast” is presented by Muskogee Little Theatre at 8 p.m. April 8-9, 1 and 8 p.m. April 10, 2 p.m. April 11 and April 18.
This stage version includes all of the songs written by Alan Menkin and the late Howard Ashman along with new songs by Menkin and Tim Rice. The audience is transported to the heart of provincial life in a lovely French town.
When Maurice becomes lost in the woods on the way to the fair, he seeks shelter in an old castle, but the master of the castle is a horrible beast that takes him captive. Maurice’s daughter, Belle, must then give up her freedom to save his life. Belle’s taming of the unfortunate Beast and his ultimate transformation back into a handsome prince has enthralled Braodway audiences for over 13 years. 
“Disney’s Beauty and The Beast” is sponsored by Bank of Oklahoma and with the assistance of the Oklahoma Arts Council. Advance tickets are on sale at Soundworld, 123 E. Okmulgee, Muskogee. Soundworld’s phone number is (918) 683-4901. Tickets may be available at the theatre box-office 1 hour prior to curtain ONLY if the shows are not sold-out. Adult tickets are $14 and student tickets are $10.
For more information, go to www.muskogeelittletheatre.com.

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View Wolfhawk and the Flying Eagles at Tulsa’s Green Country Event Center April 9-10

Round the Bend Players presents Wolfhawk and The Flying Eagles at 8 p.m. April 9 and at 2 p.m. April 10 at the Green Country Event Center, 12000 E. 31st Street in Tulsa, OK. Tickets are $5.
Wolfhawk is the totem of well-known Tulsa poet Deborah Hunter. She will be performing poems which reflect not only her African-American heritage but her Native American heritage. This will be the debut public performance of The Flying Eagles. The group plays regularly for the Airport Free Will Baptist Church. They also get together and jam, said spokesman Jerry Sparkman in a news release.
Green Country Event Center is located on 31st Street between Garnett and 129th E. Avenue. It is on the south side of the street, and the presentation will be in the farthest east section of the Center. Signs will be posted.
For reservations, call Nancy at (918) 743-6876. Round the Bend Players is the first senior theater troupe established in Tulsa. Its main focus has been establishing a senior theater program for mature-aged performers. Rita Boyle and Sherry Zyskowski are the founders of the program.

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“Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” continues at Tulsa Performing Arts Center

Theatre Tulsa presents “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” by Tennessee Williams at 2 p.m. March 21 and 8 p.m. March 25-27, 2010, at the Liddy Doenges Theatre, Tulsa Performing Arts Center in Tulsa, OK. The production is directed by Lisa Stefanic and the stage is managed by April Harris.
General admission is $16 and $11 for seniors. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.tulsapac.com or by calling (918) 596-7111.
According to a news release, the 1955 Pulitzer Prize winner for Drama centers on the family dynamics of a Mississippi plantation tycoon known as Big Daddy. Brick, his ex-football son, along with his trophy wife, Maggie, have gathered with his brother’s family to celebrate Big Daddy’s 65th birthday. Unbeknownst to Big Daddy is that he is dying of cancer and what ensues is each couple’s attempt to discredit the other and to put themselves in the position to inherit Big Daddy’s enormous wealth.
Stefanic says in a news release, “One of the components ‘Cat of a Hot Tin Roof’ deals with, are the struggles of honesty among others and, more importantly, being honest with yourself. That’s a big challenge in today’s world. Our society is dominated both culturally and politically by people who excel in avoiding the truth; in spinning their message-and simple, courageous honesty is becoming lost in the battle. I think the story of people literally fighting their way though hypocrisy toward an honest account of who they are is quite timely.”
The Theatre Tulsa’s production consists of the following cast members: Jeremy Sheldon as Brick, Sara Wilemon as Maggie, Charles Whitson as Big Daddy, Karyn Maio as Big Mama, Kurt Harris as Gooper, Amy Lee as Mae, Robert Young as Reverend Tooker, Starr Hardgrove as Dr. Baugh, Margie Jenkins as Sookey, and Cole Jett as Lacey.
Theatre Tulsa is a proud member of the American Association of Community Theatre, Oklahoma Community Theatre Association, Arts & Humanities Council of Tulsa, and a recipient of the 2009 Tulsa Award for Theatre Excellence for outstanding production.


Editor’s Note: The March 20 performance was canceled due to weather, and tickets will be honored at 8 p.m. Wed., March 24, 2010,  at the Liddy Doenges Theatre, Tulsa Performing Arts Center in Tulsa, OK.

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Danilo Pérez presents “Things to Come: 21st Century Dizzy”

Panamanian pianist, composer, and educator Danilo Pérez announces performance dates for his new project “Things to Come: 21st Century Dizzy.”  Pérez and special guests will tour the following cities: Philadelphia, Toronto, New York, Ann Arbor, Minneapolis, and Chicago. For more information, go to http://www.daniloperez.com.
According to a news release, these performances will feature musicians David Sánchez on tenor saxophone; Rudresh Mahanthappa on alto saxophone; Amir ElSaffar on trumpet and voice; Jamey Haddad on percussion; Ben Street on bass (John Patitucci will substitute for Street on the first three dates); and Adam Cruz on drums.  The tour celebrates the music and bountiful inspiration of mentor Dizzy Gillespie.
Pérez is best known for his distinctive blend of Pan-American jazz. A member of the Wayne Shorter Quartet, Pérez has recorded and performed with the likes of Steve Lacy, Roy Haynes, Jack DeJohnette, Charlie Haden, Michael Brecker, Joe Lovano, Tito Puente, and Wynton Marsalis, among others. Pérez is the Artistic Director of the Berklee College of Music’s newly formed Global Jazz Institute (a unique focused area of study at the college designed to foster creativity and musicianship through various musical disciplines) as well as the annual Panama Jazz Festival.