NPR Topics: Performing Arts

Jimmy Smits on Patriotism, Politics and Hollywood
Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0400
Acclaimed actor Jimmy Smits will host the 28th annual broadcast of A Capitol Fourth on PBS this July 4th. But before his primetime duties, the actor stops by NPR to discuss his television career and why he's proud to be an American. Smits also discusses the possibility of his own run for public office.
The Word On George Carlin
Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:01:00 -0400
Linguist Geoff Nunberg reflects on the life and language of the late comedian George Carlin, who died last month. In the 1970s, Carlin observed: "There are 400,000 words in the English language, and there are seven of them you can't say on television. What a ratio that is: 399,993 to seven. They must really be bad." Then he proceeded to say them.
Revisting Carole King's 'Tapestry'
Fri, 04 Jul 2008 12:00:00 -0400
When Carole King's album Tapestry came out in 1971, it became one of the best-selling albums of all time and marked her as one of pop's most talented songwriters. King's masterpiece has been reissued as a 2-disc Legacy Edition by Sony. Music historian Milo Miles takes a look at the landmark work.

Guardian Unlimited: Culture Vulture

Culture Vulture: The last post
Fri, 27 Oct 2006 10:39:13 -0000
If you're here on Culture Vulture and looking in bewilderment for one of our regular features - today's Readers recommend, for instance - then never fear. We've been making some exciting changes to Guardian arts online, among which are a...
Not just a pretty phrase
Mon, 23 Oct 2006 17:10:55 -0000
Artemis Fowl author Eoin Colfer's one-man show is punchy and witty, but Lyn Gardner wonders what happened to the traditional deskbound, enigmatic author.
Best of the literary blogosphere
Sat, 21 Oct 2006 00:22:03 -0000
The announcement of Orhan Pamuk's Nobel laureateship was greeted with a largely positive response from literary bloggers. "It's going to be harder to complain about this one than recent winners - we certainly can't," concedes The Literary Saloon, before...

 

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McCarthy Arts Consulting - Offers planning, research, advocacy and communication services for nonprofit arts and cultural organizations.
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MSN Performing Arts Groups - Features a variety of forums and chat venues for dance, theatre and musical performers.

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Performers Directory - Directory of models, dancers, musicians, DJs, actors, singers and circus performers. Also provides audition tips, FAQ, casting director listings, audition and notice board.

Performing Arts Medicine Association - Organization of physicians and other allied professionals dedicated to improving the health care and treatment of performing artists through education, research and teaching.

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Stagelist - Discussion board for the performing arts community including acrobatic, acting, dancing, singing and circus performers.

Survivors Art Foundation - A non-profit organization committed to helping trauma survivors with artistic outlets through internet art and outreach programs, national exhibitions, publications and development of employment skills. Includes mission statement, board of directors, staff, programs available, FAQ and contact numbers.
Meta Description: [ Non-profit organization dedicated to encourage healing through the arts. Free web gallery open to all visual, literary & performing artists who are survivors of abuse, trauma and/or disability. Features job, scholarship and grant resources, outreach programs, exhibitions, and more ]

The Actor's Checklist - A review of practices and practical information for starting and sustaining a career in singing, acting and the performing arts.

The Dance of Sound - Workshops designed for musicians, actors, dancers and singers. Schedule and booking information provided.
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The Performers Network - An online community for international variety performers, offering bulletin boards, web services, library and links to the performing community.
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