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NC Opera: Il Trovatore

Soprano Leah Crocetto talks about her role in the North Carolina Opera's production of Il Trovatore.

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Ben Folds Interview

Alternative favorite Ben Folds rocks out in Raleigh in a two-night return to the North Carolina Symphony. The North Carolina-native and popular music guru as a judge on the hit reality television show The Sing-Off joins the Symphony and Associate Conductor Sarah Hicks to put an epic twist on selections from his 15-year career on the cutting edge of rock music.

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Women's Empowerment 2012

Radio One of Raleigh presents Women’s Empowerment 2012 on Saturday, March 17th. Women’s Empowerment is a high energy, high profile event that targets African-American women of all ages and is attended by as many as 18,000 Radio One listeners. A presenting sponsor of Women’s Empowerment is Duke Medicine.

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Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour: Under the stage

Valonda and Sharon go underneath the stage and find an entire new world at Cirque Du Soleil's Michael Jackson the IMMORTAL World Tour.

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Musician, John Brown's Performance

Jazz musician, John Brown's Performance from his album "Quiet Time."

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Musician, John Brown's Interview

Jazz musician, John Brown's Interview on upcoming album "Quiet Time."

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Jamie Purnell Performs

Jamie Purnell performs one of his songs from his second album Whippoorwill.

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Jamie Purnell Interview

Valonda learns about singer/songwriter Jamie Purnell.

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Triangle Arts & Entertainment

Bob Morrow, from the Triangle Arts & Entertainment blog, tells Valonda and Sharon what's going on and what's coming up.

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Bryan Fenkart performs "Memphis Lives In Me"

BRYAN FENKART (Huey Calhoun) Singer-songwriter is quickly making a name for himself with a number of live performances on Broadway and in music venues throughout New York City that have garnered him a large and loyal following and a reputation as an exceptionally captivating and charismatic artist. In 2009, this Midland Park, New Jersey native landed a coveted role in the original cast of “Memphis,” the 2010 Tony Award for Best Musical, which also garnered Tony Awards for Best Book of a Musical, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre, and Best Orchestrations. In addition to being part of the original ensemble cast, Bryan served as both the understudy for the role in the Broadway production and, more recently, was working as stand-by to the lead. He has appeared in the lead in more than 20 percent of all performances, making him arguably one of Broadway’s busiest understudies and earning him the nickname “wonderstudy” from his peers. Despite the demands of his rigorous Broadway schedule, Bryan remains true to his first love: song-writing and performing his creations in intimate settings, close to his fans, and to his roots. As with his debut album, “Imperfect Man,” his new album mines the sentiment and realities of his generation through lyrics and tunes that touch the heart and the soul. “Simple & Grey” is honest, fresh and exciting. It captures the mood of our times. It’s about love and heartbreak, struggle and success, loneliness and hope. It bridges the grey areas of life as it soars to unleash emotional responses that uplift and inspire. “Simple & Grey,” adds a new, more mature dimension to Bryan’s work. It will be available soon on iTunes and elsewhere. Growing up in New Jersey, the seeds were sewn for Bryan’s musical future at an early age. With a lifelong passion for writing and performing, Bryan put his talents to the test and set out to write, produce and release his own CD. The result was “Imperfect Man,” and the album speaks for itself. Bryan’s introspective, emotionally charged lyrics and strong, soulful music strip him down to his core with naked honesty and an ability to draw in listeners with broad appeal and magnetism. Never pretentious, frequently clever and always real, Bryan set out to produce a timeless, meaningful album. He placed his finger firmly on the pulse of his generation and the result was “Imperfect Man.” Bryan’s songwriting is well thought out and remarkably diverse. It takes you places that are simultaneously polished and raw, epic and restrained, mainstream and independent. His music blends exquisitely with songwriting that echoes the sensibilities of artists like John Mayer and the great Billy Joel, both significant influences in Bryan’s musical life. His beautifully arranged music and heartfelt storytelling is revealing and profound, moving and upbeat, at times fun, at other times devastating. It coherently and tenderly conveys the monumental human battle we all wage every day – man vs. his flaws – precisely captured on the album’s title track. His songs are infectious and inspire feet-tapping and head-bobbing. You’ll also find your heart aching and eyes welling with tears, as the familiarity with the subject matter draws you in closer. That sense of connection to Bryan’s music makes the listener feel as if the songs had been written expressly for and about you. One of the more remarkable aspects of Bryan’s significant talent is that he is completely self-taught. He has never had any formal training in singing, piano, or guitar. It’s as if his innate ability to create music was simply meant to be. To hear him sing and to watch him strum an acoustic guitar or play the keyboard, one would think he’d had spent a lifetime in formal training. Bryan’s live performances take his music to another level, as he brings a captivating and charismatic presence to every stage he graces. He performs regularly at many of New York City’s legendary venues including The Bitter End, the Knitting Factory, Sullivan Hall, Crash Mansion, Canal Room, The D-Lounge, and Gavin DeGraw’s National Underground, where he headlines bi-monthly on his nights off from “Memphis.” He is building a strong and loyal fan base through his live gigs, while also garnering a solid reputation as a talented and tireless live performer. One of his recent live performances at The Bitter End was mentioned in the New York Post’s infamous “Page Six” gossip column, which noted that the show was attended by many in the “Memphis” cast and several of the show’s producers, who joined in a rousing standing ovation at the end of Bryan’s set. Despite being an unsigned artist, Bryan’s music has been played on a number of radio stations including Z100’s HD2 Channel, WAXQ-FM (twice featured on “Out of the Box”), 106.7 Lite FM, and on New Jersey’s 105.5 WDHA-FM. Additionally, Bryan has performed live on Sirius XM Satellite Radio’s “Breuer Unleashed” and most recently on the “Opie & Anthony” show. Bryan was profiled on New York television station WPIX-TV’s “The CW 11 Morning News” in its “Spotlight On” segment that highlights emerging musicians and was invited back to perform live on the show last year. He has also performed live on WNYW-TV’s “Good Day New York.” Bryan also lends his talents and time to a number of local charitable organizations, most notably, Musicians on Call, which brings live and recorded music to the bedsides of patients in healthcare facilities. Bryan’s interests and talents aren’t limited to music alone. He is also an accomplished actor, having appeared on television and starred in several independent films and theatre productions. Bryan made his network television debut in an episode of “Law & Order: Criminal Intent” that included the introduction of Jeff Goldblum’s character to the show. Recently, he starred in “The Unusual Suspects” at the New York Fringe Festival. Of his performance, NYTheatre.com said: “Another stand-out of the evening is Bryan Fenkart... showing leading-man charisma and remarkable presence.” Bryan starred in the independent romantic comedy “You Tell Me,” turning in a sweet, funny and poignant performance. The film garnered a Best Feature award at the First Glance Film Festival - Hollywood, as well as earning an Official Selection at the Beverly Hills Hi-Def Film Fest and an Official Selection at the New Filmmakers Screening Series. “You Tell Me” also utilized Bryan’s music by including the title track of his album, “Imperfect Man,” in the film. Bryan also had a starring role in the independent film “Red Hook,” which also featured one of his songs – “Independence Day.” “Red Hook” recently aired on Showtime In Demand. Bryan also starred as “Nunzio” in a series of hilarious internet webisodes called “Jersey, Son,” (formerly “Douche Bag Beach”), a spoof of three “Jersey Guidos” who spend their time at the beach looking for love and adventure. He also supplied his voice and comedic talent to the Daily Comedy Network, a company that writes and produces comedy bits for hundreds of radio stations nationwide. Bryan also provided voices for E! Entertainment Television’s clay-mation series “Starveillance.” Bryan has even tried his hand at stand-up comedy and showcased his likable, good-natured humor at venues including the legendary Carolines on Broadway in Times Square. However, it is music that remains Bryan’s tried and true passion, and one which he continues to fuel by tirelessly working at his craft at every opportunity. With a seemingly bottomless well of musical talent and an insatiable desire for writing and performing in his arsenal, Bryan Fenkart is an artist poised for stardom and, in his case, even the sky’s not the limit

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"Memphis" Comes to the DPAC

Durham, NC – January 24-29, 2012, MEMPHIS, the 2010 Tony® Award Winner for Best Musical, and the show that’s currently blowing the roof off Broadway, opens at DPAC, Durham Performing Arts Center on January 24^th for a limited one week engagement! Tickets are On Sale Now: • Online at DPACnc.com • DPAC Ticket Center: 919.680.2787 123 Vivian Street, Durham, NC • Ticketmaster.com / Ticketmaster Charge by phone at 800.745.3000 • Ticketmaster outlets including Crabtree Valley Mall and Wal-Mart locations Critically acclaimed MEMPHIS won four 2010 Tony® Awards including Best Musical, Best Original Score (David Bryan and Joe DiPietro), Best Book (Joe DiPietro), and Best Orchestrations (David Bryan and Daryl Waters). MEMPHIS won four Drama Desk Awards including Outstanding Musical, Outstanding Performance by an Actress (Montego Glover), Outstanding Music (David Bryan) and Outstanding Orchestration (David Bryan and Daryl Waters). MEMPHIS has also won four Outer Critic Circle Awards including Outstanding Musical, Outstanding Score (David Bryan & Joe DiPietro), Outstanding Actress (Montego Glover) and Outstanding Choreography (Sergio Trujillo). MEMPHIS takes place in the smoky halls and underground clubs of the segregated 50’s, where a young white DJ named Huey Calhoun fell in love with everything he shouldn’t: rock and roll and an electrifying black singer. MEMPHIS is an original story about the cultural revolution that erupted when his vision met her voice, and the music changed forever. Come along on their incredible journey to the ends of the airwaves -- filled with laughter, soaring emotion and roof-raising rock 'n' roll. The show features a brand new Tony winning score with music by Bon Jovi’s founding member and keyboardist David Bryan and lyrics by Bryan and Joe DiPietro (I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change), who also pens the musical’s book. Bryan and DiPietro also collaborated on the award-winning off-Broadway hit, The Toxic Avenger. MEMPHIS is based on a concept by the late George W. George (producer of the Tony nominated Bedroom Farce and the film My Dinner With Andre), with direction by Tony nominee Christopher Ashley (Xanadu) and choreography by Sergio Trujillo, who is currently represented by three shows on Broadway (Memphis, Jersey Boys and The Addams Family). Scenic Design for MEMPHIS is by Tony® Award winner David Gallo (The Drowsy Chaperone, Reasons to Be Pretty), Costume Design is by Tony nominee Paul Tazewell (In The Heights), Lighting Design is by Tony Award winner Howell Binkley (Jersey Boys) and Sound Design is by Ken Travis (The Threepenny Opera). David Richardson of WOR Radio calls MEMPHIS “The biggest hit on Broadway” while Charles Isherwood of the New York Times says, ““David Bryan evokes the powerhouse funk of James Brown, the hot guitar riffs of Chuck Berry, the smooth harmonies of the Temptations, the silken, bouncy pop of the great girl groups of the period.” The New York Post raves “Of such thrills, Broadway is made,” Newsday calls the show “A smash! An extraordinary show,” the Daily News promises that MEMPHIS will “Blast you out the door humming and happy” and NY1’s Roma Torre cheers, “MEMPHIS ROCKS!”

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Les Enfants Terribles at the NC Opera

LES ENFANTS TERRIBLES(CHILDREN OF THE GAME) by Philip GlassAdapted from the work of Jean Cocteau by Philip Glass and Susan Marshall January 19, 2012 at 8:00 PM BUY TICKETSJanuary 20, 2012 at 8:00 PM BUY TICKETSJanuary 22, 2012 at 3:00 PM BUY TICKETS Fletcher Opera Theater, Progress Energy Center, Raleigh (view seating chart) Sung in French with English supertitles A brother and sister live in a fantasy world, a “game” of their own imagining. Friends from the outside world try to enter, and the harmless game turns into a fierce and tragic struggle. This beautiful and haunting piece is newly directed and choreographed by Robert Weiss, and features a quartet of young singers along with dancers from Carolina Ballet. We celebrate the 75th birthday of one of America’s most popular composers, whose work includes opera, symphony, ballet and film (The Hours, No Reservations, The Thin Blue Line, Kundun, among others).

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John Brown Band: Christmastime Is Here

Jazz bassist John Brown and his band perform Christmastime Is Here.

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John Brown Trio Performance

The John Brown Jazz Trio performs Rudolf The Rednose Reindeer.

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John Brown Interview

Jazz bassist John Brown tells us about his holiday concert tour.

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