Rehearsals Are Going Great: Meet the Cast of Don’t Talk to the Actors
Rehearsals are in full swing for Don’t Talk to the Actors, and this cast is bringing it. I’m directing this one — and stepping on stage myself for a role I’m having way too much fun with. Here’s who you’ll be watching this September. Jerry Przpezniak — played by Neil Kasanofsky. A talented but inexperienced […]
Reimagining Founding Fathers: Rock Icons of History
The Founders Rock Collection — Vol. 1 from Erbana Unlimited creatively reimagines five Founding Fathers as contemporary performers. Featuring characters like Washington as a drummer and Jefferson as a rapper, this collection combines art and history. It aims to turn patriotism into a statement through wearable art, promoting an arts advocacy movement.
Wearable Heritage — How a Watercolor Book Became a Clothing Line
Newport, Rhode Island artist William Heydt captures the city’s essence through portraits of its people, culminating in the book “Working Newport.” Newportant Apparel, through a ten-year licensing deal, transforms Heydt’s art into clothing, bridging gallery appreciation and daily wear. The brand is expanding with new collections while celebrating Newport’s heritage.
Artists Reject Political Manipulation at Major Event
At a political event on the National Mall, artists like The Commodores were misled into participating in a celebration disguised with a partisan agenda, leading them to walk off stage. This incident inspired the Act Out Act Up movement, emphasizing the importance of protecting artistic integrity and uniting through storytelling across political divides.
Experience ‘The Switchman’—A Journey Through Blues and Gospel
Jackson Rail & the Rail City Band’s debut single, “The Switchman,” showcases their unique sound created on the road, blending gospel and blues. With a collective of nine musicians, the band embraces imperfections, aiming for authenticity over polish. Their music serves as a genuine expression of their journey and community.
Unbridled: A Journey Through 72 Years of Music and Memory
The author reflects on seventy-two years of life through a project called The Switch, which combines personal storytelling with music. Unbridled features weekly chapters showcasing significant moments from his childhood and early experiences, supplemented by era-specific songs. The content is available for free at TommyErb.com/music.
Erbana Productions: Milestones and Future Projects
Erbana Productions began from a belief in the value of people’s stories, evolving from Newportant Studios. It now produces diverse media projects, including “Building Paradise,” and is experiencing its busiest period to date with multiple initiatives. For more information, visit TommyErb.com, the comprehensive record of its work and future endeavors.
Six Decades, One Website — Everything I’ve Built Now Lives in One Place
How a Watercolor Book Became a Television Series
It started with a book of watercolor portraits. Newport artist William Heydt had spent years painting the faces of everyday Newport, Rhode Island — the fishermen, the chefs, the bartenders, the shopkeepers, the blue-collar workers who made the city run. He collected them in a book called Working Newport. When I first saw those portraits, […]
What’s Being Cast Right Now — A Southwest Florida Auditions Roundup
Getting cast starts with knowing where to look. Here’s what’s currently open — or opening soon — across our Southwest Florida theater community. Bookmark this, share it with every actor you know, and sign up for the South Florida Actor Registry at the bottom so you never miss what’s coming next. VENICE THEATRE Auditions for […]