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Things to do in the Lakes Region this Independence Day Weekend

Plymouth Wednesday, July 1 The Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center will host a screening of 'Independence Day' (1996). Doors open at 5 p.m., with the screening at 6 p.m. To reserve tickets or find out more information, visit …

Stonington Opera House adds $3 million to local economy, new report shows

STONINGTON— The Stonington Opera House contributes $3 million annually to the local economy, according to a recent report from the UMaine School of Economics. The iconic Opera House building has been a staple of downtown Stonington for over a century. The …

Traverse City native Katherine DeYoung reflects on first season with the Metropolitan Opera

Katherine DeYoung knew she wanted to be an opera singer after seeing a performance of Jacques Offenbach's "The Tales of Hoffman" in HD at the State Theater in Traverse City as a sophomore in high school. She just finished her first season as …

Additional films added to summer season at Tabor Opera House, thanks to grant

The Tabor Opera House will more than double its feature film offerings this year, due in part to a grant from Legacy Foundation/Leadville 100. This  week, the Tabor Opera House Preservation Foundation announced the addition of 5 family friendly films …

Bad to the bone: Who’s the worst of the worst in opera?

Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. Share AAA Nobody does baddies quite like opera. Many of the greatest works in the repertoire feature (mostly male) figures characterised by astonishing …

Showing of the Christian movie “2nd Greatest” at the Hayesville Opera House on 06/26/2026

Use code CELEBRATE50 at checkout Don't miss out on this limited time deal! Showing of the Christian movie “2nd Greatest” at the Hayesville Opera House Date: 06/26/2026 Time: 07:30 pm-09:30 pm Location: Hayesville Opera House, 5 1/2 East …

'An Evening with Judy Woodruff' at Camden Opera House

Veteran journalist Judy Woodruff, PBS NewsHour senior correspondent and former anchor and managing editor, will share insights from five decades of news reporting in "An Evening with Judy Woodruff" on Friday, August 28, at 7:30 p.m., at the …

Campfire stories given life in dreamy Opera House show

Mark Atkins and Erkki Veltheim's collaboration, Mungangga Garlagula blends music and storytelling. Photo: Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS As a child, Mark Atkins felt like he lived on the fence, taking on both sides of his Black and white heritage. The …

For Two Met Opera Performers, a Few Multicolored Clown Wigs Were a Green Flag

The first time Carla Ann Jablonski encountered Arthur Miranda Lazalde II, he was blocking her view during rehearsals at the Metropolitan Opera in 2015. “I could not see the conductor for the life of me because of this tall guy,” Jablonski said. “I thought …

Singer 'puts the spanner in the works' in comical debut at the Royal Opera House

Mark Saberton, from Great Waldingfield, near Sudbury, is currently playing Antonio the Gardener in The Marriage of Figaro in what marks his solo debut. Mark plays an irate gardener who brings a massive flower pot onto the stage (Image: Mark Saberton) Mr …

Grand Opera House York to host first UK tour of popular film-adapted musical

The production will be at the Grand Opera House in York from March 23 to April 3, 2027. Faye Brookes, known for her roles in Coronation Street and various stage productions, will take on the lead role of Tess Richarde. This character was originally played …

Final Weekend for ‘The Princess Bride’ Parody Highlights Busy Summer at Plano’s Art Centre Theatre

PLANO, Texas – Theatergoers have one last chance this weekend to see the Art Centre Theatre’s comedic parody of The Princess Bride, as the Plano venue presents its final three performances of the popular production. Inspired by the beloved fantasy …

Several U.S. presidents have passed through Jamestown in past 250 years

JAMESTOWN — Several U.S. presidents have passed through Jamestown in the past 250 years since the formation of the U.S. Fewer have spent time in the city, and only one visited Jamestown repeatedly. Prior to becoming president, Theodore Roosevelt was 24 …

'Young and the Restless' star arrested for DUI, crashing into car

July 1, 2026, 2:15 p.m. ET Details are emerging about "The Young and the Restless" alum Colleen Zenk's recent arrest for driving under the influence. Zenk, 73, was booked into a Naples, Florida, jail in May and charged with DUI resulting in …

Campfire stories given life in dreamy Opera House show

The CA Store Quietly Defining American Style

I was familiar with the A’maree’s lore: A sprawling retail oasis in Newport Beach, California, built directly over the glimmering blue harbor; serotonin-boosting sunlight pouring through arched windows, bouncing from a gold sequin Bottega Veneta gown to …

Pacific Opera Victoria unveils season of classics and new works

Published 7:30 am Sunday, June 28, 2026 Pacific Opera Victoria has announced its 2026/27 season, featuring three main stage productions, two Canadian works, and new ticketing options designed to make performances more accessible to audiences. The …

Ellendale Opera House fund drive reaches $42K

ELLENDALE, N.D. — The Ellendale Opera House "Stepping Up" Fund Drive has reached $42,000, nearly one-third of the way toward its 2026 goal. This year's campaign seeks to raise $130,000 to help O.P.E.R.A. – the non-profit organization that …

What you need to know about wild swimming in Norway before you dive in

Now that summer is here, locals and visitors are eager to enjoy a refreshing dip in Norway’s beautiful fjords, lakes, and coastal waters. Still, as any seasoned swimmer in Norway knows, the water is not always quite as warm (or safe) as expected. Water …

MLife Music Group Accelerates Mathias Pace’s Global Rise With Ibiza, St. Tropez and 'Slow Fire' Featuring Jasmin Walia

With major performances and a high-profile collaboration, Pace continues building momentum across Europe’s most influential music markets. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In electronic music, there are moments …

Award-Winning Phoenix5 Selected to Headline Tampa’s America 250 Celebration

Phoenix5 will perform before Mayor Jane Castor’s remarks, a 250-drone light show, and fireworks at Liberty by the Bay. LAKELAND, FL, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning Tampa Bay band Phoenix5 has been selected as …

Broadway by the Sea, Hamptons Summer Songbook 2026 Season in Full Swing

Donna Rubin and Josh Gladstone bring a fresh roster of acclaimed talent to LTV’s signature summer music series NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LTV Studios in East Hampton announces the return of its acclaimed musical …

CARMINE APPICE Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary by Releasing the Song UNITED STATES with the Late Rick Derringer

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The song UNITED STATES was recorded 5 years ago when Rick Derringer asked me to put drums on it. It sat for 5 years.Then last week I asked his wife Jenda to send me the song to listen …

In an Age of Noise, Fritz Fire Creates Music That Invites Listeners to Stay

BERLIN, GERMANY, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Music consumption has never moved faster. Songs arrive, trend, and disappear within days. Against that backdrop, independent music artist and producer Fritz Fire is pursuing a different creative …

Siegfried & Roy Comedy Musical Shangri-La-La Heads to New York After BroadwayWorld Coverage

New musical comedy by Mike Meier and Peter Giambalvo plays Harrisburg, Midtown International Theater Festival, Rogue Theater Festival, and Philadelphia Fringe. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shangri-La-La, a new …

THE LUNAR CODEX AND THE INTERNATIONAL LUNAR OBSERVATORY ASSOCIATION TO LAUNCH CULTURAL ARCHIVES TO THE MOON

Collaboration expands global cultural archive on the Moon, representing 264 countries & territories and 156 Indigenous nations TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Lunar Codex and the International Lunar …

Lisa Coppola's Music Video 'Take Me Higher' Mixes AI Technology with Authenticity, Bringing Her Music to the Screen

"Take me Higher" is the second single from the forthcoming album, 'Showing Up As Myself' to be released world-wide on August 8, 2026. SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Any Other Music is …

Caribbean Night LI Media Launch Sets Tone For July 17th Keznamdi, Charly Black, and Terry Gajraj

EAST MEADOW, NY, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Momentum continues to build for Caribbean Night Long Island as international dancehall star Grammy Award Winning Reggae artist Keznamdi, Charly Black, and Guyanese music icon …

All We Need Is Love Releases Inspirational Music Project Supporting Mental Health Awareness

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prestigious Inspirational Entertainment Inc. is pleased to announce the release of All We Need Is Love, a long-awaited inspirational music project created to promote unity, kindness …

Vishal & Sheykhar Bring More Than 25 Years of Bollywood Hits to U.S. Stages with “The Superhit Tour”

The acclaimed composer duo brings a full live band, large-scale production, and decades of Bollywood hits to U.S. audiences this summer. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vishal & Sheykhar are bringing …

Two-Time Global Recognition Award Winner Chincia Launches the Digital Kingpin Entertainment Universe

Award-winning Human × AI Creator launches sci-fi franchise spanning novel, micro series, music, Diva Underground Records & Human × AI innovation. JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning Human × AI Enterprise …

America's Mountain Festival Returns With National Country Artists, Record Community Support and First Western Wear Day

This festival was created to celebrate everything that makes Woodland Park and the Pikes Peak region special WOODLAND PARK, CO, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- America's Mountain Festival returns to Woodland Park on …

Joe Bonamassa Extends His Billboard Record with 31st No. 1 Blues Album, The Spirit Of Rory Live From Cork

Live Tribute to Rory Gallagher Debuts at No. 1 in the US & UK, Lands Top 5 Album Chart Positions Across Europe, Reaches No.22 on Billboard's Album Sales Chart NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Joe Bonamassa has …

CHEST FEVER RELEASES NEWEST SINGLE 'THE WEIGHT' FROM THE 21ST CENTURY LAST WALTZ – LIVE AT MASSEY HALL

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Chest Fever officially releases "The Weight," the latest single from their upcoming album THE 21ST CENTURY LAST WALTZ – LIVE AT MASSEY HALL. Recorded during the band's …

International Recording Artist Henry Benefield Celebrates New Solo Album Great Things with Cincinnati Release Event

Henry Benefield celebrates his new 5015 Records album Great Things with a July 11 release event at House of Joy in Cincinnati. CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International recording artist Henry Benefield will …

Natalie Jean Wins 'Rising Star Award' at Influencer Magazine Awards 2026

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Natalie Jean, award-winning Americana and country-folk artist, has been awarded the Rising Star Award at the Influencer Magazine Awards E2 (IMA) on 1 July 2026, recognizing her rapid …

Hannover House Implements Corporate Financing Tool for 'A' Movie Productions & Acquisitions

Respected indie distributor Hannover House steps up with creative financing structure to provide up to $100-million in off-balance sheet production financing. Hannover House, Inc. (OTCMKTS:HHSE) LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨ …

Kristine Gold Wins 'Model of the Year' at Influencer Magazine Awards 2026

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kristine Gold, internationally published model and award-winning creative, has been awarded the Model of the Year Award at the Influencer Magazine Awards E2 (IMA) on 1 July 2026, recognising her …

FireWolf Entertainment Announces 2027 Development Slate of Film, Television, and Immersive Production Projects

FireWolf Entertainment, led by Niki J. Borger, announces its 2027 development slate of film, television, and media projects currently in active development. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FireWolf Entertainment, led …