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National Recording Artist Shontelle to Headline This Year’s Family Friendzy
Posted on 08/01/10

Syracuse, NY – Family Friendzy, presented by the City of Syracuse Department of Parks, Recreation and Youth Programs, 93Q and McDonald’s, will return to Clinton Square this summer with an afternoon of fun activities, entertainment on two stages, exhibits and more. The event is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 7 from noon to 5 p.m. Headlining the Price Chopper Main Stage will be national recording artist Shontelle for a free concert at 3 p.m., followed by an autograph session. The 23-year-old Bajan singer-songwriter is known for her hit “Impossible.” Other performers on the Price Chopper Main Stage will include the Stan Colella All-Star Band, the Media Unit and Puente Flamenco. There will be a second stage offering more interactive audience participation, which will include... Continue

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Southwest Showcase Sundays to begin June 20th Posted on 06/18/10
The sign that summer is officially here is the kickoff of “Southwest Showcase Sundays” presented by Jubilee Homes of Syracuse Inc. On Father’s Day, June 20th, 2010 Jubilee Homes will kick off its... More

Rihanna to bring rhythm and blues, rap and reggae to the New York State Fair Posted on 04/16/10
Rihanna, one of today's biggest pop music stars, will bring her energetic mix of rhythm and blues, rap and reggae to the New York State Fair this summer. The Grammy-Award-winning singer will... More

ArtRage Gallery March 2010 Entertainment Posted on 03/12/10
ArtRage Gallery 505 Hawley Avenue, Syracuse, New York 315-218-5711 HOURS: W, Th, F 2-7pm & Sat. 12-4pm info@artragegallery.org www.artragegallery.org ArtRageous art for peace &... More

Community Folk Art Center Presents...Play and Discussion at the Black Box Theater Posted on 03/12/10
March 12th, 7:00 p.m.(in Spanish) and March 13th, 2:00 p.m.(in English): Play and Discussion: “Mujeres de Arena: Testimony of Women from Ciudad Juárez,” written by Humberto Robles (Location: PRPAC... More

Lookingglass Alice at Syracuse Stage Posted on 02/18/10
A Trapeze-Flying Alice. The Queen of Hearts On Stilts. A Circus-Like Twist On A Classic Tale By David Catlin Based on Alice's Adventures In Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass by Lewis... More

John Coltrane Memorial Contemporary Jazz Series Announces Spring 2010 Lineup Posted on 02/18/10
The John Coltrane Memorial Contemporary Jazz Series will kick off its spring 2010 lineup with a performance by the award-winning Chinese American baritone saxophonist Fred Ho and tenor saxophonist... More

Community Folk Art Center shows film "Blossoms of Fire" (Feb. 18th only) Posted on 02/18/10
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MOVIE LISTINGS FOR THE BRISTOL IMAX® OMNITHEATER February 1-28, 2010 Posted on 02/01/10
MOST, Museum of Science & Technology, 500 S. Franklin St., Syracuse, NY The Bristol IMAX® Omnitheater at the MOST: Currently playing on the giant dome screen: WILD OCEAN explores the... More

Red House Hosts The Bells of Harmony Posted on 01/06/10
Gospel music comes to Red House when The Bells of Harmony make their long awaited return as part of the Red House Regulars series. The Bells of Harmony is one of the most recognized and... More

December 4th Creative Arts Academy December Showcase Posted on 12/04/09
The Showcase will take place on Friday,December 4th at 6:00pm at The Black Box Theater 805 East Genesee Street Syracuse, NY Please RSVP to 315) 442-2536 or e-mail aaroskop@syr.edu ... More

CJack Run Presents... a special mix of the King of Pop's greatest hits Posted on 10/28/09
The Award-winning CJack Run Presents... will feature a special mix of the King of Pop's greatest hits on the show tonight - which airs @ 9:30 p.m. on Time-Warner Ch. 98! Also check out -... More

The Review: This is it - What was and what could have been Posted on 10/27/09
During the last decade of his life Michael Jackson had become a caricature of his former self. Seen as a freak, the man-child whose best performances were behind him, the King of Pop had lost his... More

UNPRECEDENTED NUMBER OF SELL-OUTS REPORTED WORLDWIDE FOR “MICHAEL JACKSON’S THIS IS IT” Posted on 10/27/09
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Pastor Thomas & Lady Jay / Spittin'Image (5.14.97) Ent., Inc. present "A PIECE OF ME" Posted on 10/27/09
Celebrate a Weekend of Empowerment and Entertainment - November 14 - 15, 2009 with the HBV 2009 Gospel Award winning Best Stageplay "A PIECE OF ME" written and produced by Jermaine... More

The Media Unit Auditions Posted on 10/06/09
The Media Unit NEEDS TEENS AGE 13-17 WITH A WORK ETHIC AND TOTAL POSITIVE ATTITUDE *ACT*SING*DANCE* *TECHNICAL CREW* CALL 478-8648 TODAY ... More

Forum on Music and Sound in Film Posted on 10/06/09
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November 2009 Events at the MOST Posted on 10/06/09
A project of the Discovery Center of Science & Technology IMAX FILMS at the MOST’s Bristol IMAX Omnitheater Continuing: Amazon, Mystery of the Nile and The Living Sea Opening: Beavers and The... More

Jay-Z ‘s List of Six Books that made a difference in his Life Posted on 10/06/09
Jay-Z provided “O “ The Oprah Magazine with the six books that "absolutely made a difference" in his life. Check out his list below: 1. The Seat of the Soul By Gary Zukav There are two... More

Power and Pride: An Elizabeth Catlett Retrospective Posted on 10/06/09
Community Folk Art Center Syracuse, NY – At the end of September, the Community Folk Art Center hosted several well-attended events to mark the beginning of their new exhibit, Power and Pride: An... More

CALLING ALL Teaching ARTISTS! Posted on 10/06/09
Want to make a difference in a child's life? Share your talent. Community Folk Art Center invites all teaching artists to share their knowledge and expertise as part of the Say... More

Explore the Science of Film at the MOST! Posted on 07/27/09
Have you ever wondered how movies are made? Or how our eyes process the images we see in the theater? The MOST can teach you everything you want to know about movies and more during The Science of... More

Cuban Salsa (Rueda de Casino) Posted on 12/09/08
Instructor: José Miguel Hernández Day: Monday Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Location: Dance Studio Drop-In: $10 per session This class is great for salsa beginners. Your instructor Jose Miguel... More

The Black Candle Posted on 12/09/08
Director: M.K. Asante Jr. Narrator: Maya Angelou Date: December 18, 2008 Time: 7:00pm RunTime: 71 min . Language:English Admission: FREE The documentary "The Black Candle" by director... More

A Tribute to Barack Obama Posted on 12/09/08
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Godspell-Featuring American Idol Finalist Anwar Robinson Posted on 11/12/08
Book by John Michael Tebelak Lyrics & Music by Stephen Schwartz Directed by Rajendra Ramoon Maharaj Musical Director/Composer: Charles Creath Choreographer: Anthony Salatino ARCHBOLD THEATRE... More

Broadway Actors Star in August Wilson’s Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom at Syracuse Stage Posted on 08/18/08
Syracuse Stage Commits to Complete August Wilson’s Ten-Play Chronicle Of African American Life in the 20th Century (Syracuse, NY)—Syracuse Stage announces today the cast of August Wilson’s Ma... More

The Bomb-itty of Errors Hip Hop Show at Syracuse Stage Gives Shakespeare a New Rap Posted on 03/14/08
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Following the final performance of Doubt on March 2,Syracuse Stage hosts lively and insightful discussion Posted on 02/22/08
Doubt, Faith & Conviction Panel members include distinguished experts from Syracuse University, Le Moyne College, and area organizations. "Doubt can be a bond as powerful and sustaining as... More

ALTERNATIVE MOVIES AND EVENTS PRESENTS: A special night of classic Blacksploitation Movies at the Redhouse Posted on 02/13/08
In honor of Black History month, AM&E is proud to present two exciting Blacksploitation movies during one fun-filled Friday night on Feb 22nd. First up at 8:30pm, the campy horror thriller Dr... More

COMMUNITY FOLK ART CENTER Keepin' It Reel: Exploring Hip Hop Cinematic Festival 08 Posted on 02/13/08
Event: Hip Hop Colony Film Screening Date: Friday, February 15, 2008 Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm Venue: Community Folk Art Center Address: 805 East Genesee Street Contact: 315. 442.2230 URL:... More

Savior’s Sunday today at Spirit of Jubilee Park Posted on 09/23/07
Musical groups, Charles Cannon and the Bells of Harmony, The SUNY Cortland (International) Gospel Choir and Kyla Clark will perform at the final Southwest Showcase Sunday of the season. This event... More

Pan-African Village's Harambe Youth Tent offers fun for youthful Fairgoers Posted on 08/23/07
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AFRICAN SHAPES OF THE SACRED: YORÙBÁ RELIGIOUS ART Posted on 06/11/07
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THE WORLD PREMIERE OF LOWDOWN LIES Posted on 06/11/07
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Onondaga Dance Institute 2007 Annual Student Performance Posted on 06/11/07
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Environmental Injustice and the Artist Response to Hurricane Katrina Exhibition Continues through April 21st Posted on 04/09/07
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Hoop trickery and the Trotters Posted on 03/17/07
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August Wilson's Gem of the Ocean Opens at Syracuse Stage Posted on 02/23/07
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Donna Alford's Band Début on March 24th Posted on 02/18/07
Donna's new band will feature Sam Wynn, Keys; Leonard Stephens, Steel Guitar; Emmanuel Washington, Drums; and of course myself on Bass. We will be playing a blend of music that we like to refer to as... More

NOVA: TONIGHT ON WCNY "FORGOTTEN GENIUS" Posted on 02/06/07
"Forgotten Genius" - The remarkable life story of Percy Julian. African-American scientist, industrialist, and self-made millionaire. (Two-hour special)... More

The Rap Divide: Thugs and Moguls Posted on 01/15/07
Hip hop artists have long struggled to reconcile their positions as roles models and street savvies. When gangsta rap became the battle cry of America’s youth culture in the early ‘90s, a lyrical... More

The Community Folk Art Center presents… Three Brothers: The Art of Oren Lyons, Rick Hill and Tracy Thomas Posted on 01/01/07
The Community Folk Art Center will present the works of three Haudenosaunee artists in the exhibition, "Three Brothers: The Art of Oren Lyons, Rick Hill and Tracy Thomas," from December 9th, 2006... More