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Harvey Cocks played role in many lives
Countless actors who worked with him, and families of the students he taught, remember him not just for his immense talent, but also for his kindness and generosity with his time, sharing life advice, theater advice, or just fascinating stories.
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Volunteers needed for Hobnobben Festival
Volunteers are being sought out for the seventh annual Hobnobben Film Festival, slated for Oct. 13-16 at Cinema Center. Available roles that need filled are film screeners to watch and […]
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Civic Theatre needs help striking, building sets
Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is seeking volunteers to help strike the Forbidden Broadway set Sunday, April 3, following the 2 p.m. show and help build and paint the set of […]
Summit City brings on new artistic director
Summit City Music Theatre has announced that Gavin Thomas Drew is their new artistic director. Drew majored in musical theater and directing at Oklahoma City University and has appeared on […]
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Civic Theatre names new marketing director
Three Rivers Music Theatre will present Songs for a New World in collaboration with the Fort Wayne Dance Collective. Directed by the Dance Collective’s Mandie Kolkman and the musci theater’s […]
all for One honors young playwrights
Young playwrights have been recognized as all for One Productions announced its playwright festival winners. Among the winners from the 14th annual Young Playwrights Festival are: Kindergarten-second grade: Winner: Ashley […]
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Dance Collective prepares for shows
The Fort Wayne Dance Collective’s annual choreographer’s lab presents artists of all experience levels with tools to help them choreograph meaningful dance pieces that will be presented this weekend. During […]
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Theaters announce upcoming shows
It might still be cold outside, be theater season is beginning to heat up, with Fort Wayne Civic Theatre and First Prebyterian Theater announces upcoming shows. Among performances slated for […]
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TinCaps’ promotion nights always a hit
The Fort Wayne TinCaps have announced their 2022 season schedule, including game-time promotions. The 66-game home schedule begins with Opening Day at Parkview Field on Tuesday, April 12, against the […]