Jason Alberty is the founder of the Foundry Performance Laboratory, a new theatre group in Cedar Rapids which has three focuses: Getting veterans involved in theatre, providing an entertainment outreach to cancer patients and their families, and producing shows that are high on “actor nerd” bucket lists, but perhaps not well-known to the public. The …
Faculty and parents of Cedar Rapids Kennedy High School present “Kennedy Night Live,” January 25 at the Doubletree Hotel. Performing will be singer Alisabeth Von Presley and Kennedy alum Andy Rowell, whose “Tequila Guy” video got him a spot on “America’s Got Talent.” Plus, an improv “team” consisting of Kennedy and CR Schools staff, alums, …
Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre presents “Madama Butterfly” January 17 and 19. Kelly Hill, a Quad Cities native who began her opera career as a Young Artist with the Opera, sings the role of Suzuki. Edward Brennan is a current Young Artist, in Cedar Rapids for the very first time, as understudy for the lead role …
Sam Weis is an artist and musician who recently returned to Eastern Iowa after many years of living in other areas of the country. Her exhibit, “Common Thread,” is up, along with displays from three other artists, through Feb. 2 at CSPS Hall in Cedar Rapids. There will be a reception and gallery talk on …
Hardboiled Mysteries is a new performance troupe that grew out of founder Marissa Carson’s love for putting on Murder Mystery parties. After having years of using shows written by others, Marissa gathered a group of friends to put on an original show that would be open to the public. Their first event, “Foul Play at …
Orchestra Iowa music director Tim Hankewich has been a fan of International Blues Challenge winner Kevin “BF” Burt for years, and has invited Kevin to be the guest artist for the highlight of the Christmas season for many, “Holiday Spectacular.” Kevin will perform new arrangements of holiday favorites, and Coe College’s Steve Shanley has also …
Brucemore mansion in Cedar Rapids is a top holiday attraction in the Corridor, but it’s not too late to schedule a holiday tour. In fact, you can experience Brucemore for the holidays through Dec. 29. Melissa Porter says tours are offered Wednesday through Saturday. On Thursdays and Sundays you can also enjoy holiday tunes on …
Because she’s bringing her show to a bigger stage! Singer Amy Friedl Stoner brings her Christmas Cabaret to the Paramount Theatre for one night only, Dec. 13. She tells Dennis how she and her music and a/v team are going to make sure that the intimate and personal atmosphere of the cabaret translates well to …
