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Hype Malaysia
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
Celebrate Bee Gees Music With 2-Day Live Show In KL; Ticketing & Seating Plan Announced
Calling all night fever dreamers in Malaysia! Are you stayin' alive? Because the disco ball is spinning your way! For two nights, Kuala Lumpur will transform into the ultimate throwback party zone for the 'Saturday Night – Celebrating Bee Gees' concert – a dazzling celebration of the 5-time Grammy Award-winning group, the Bee Gees! Proudly presented by Milestone Production, this upcoming concert dives headfirst into the Bee Gees' monumental discography spanning four decades. From early classics like 'Massachusetts' and 'To Love Somebody', to the funky fire of 'Jive Talkin'' and of course, the disco megahits like 'Stayin' Alive' and 'Night Fever'. This concert has got all the grooves to transport you straight into the disco era. Bringing that iconic Bee Gees sound to life is the talented Saturday Night Bee Gees from the UK. Over the years, this six-piece powerhouse has received rave reviews for their performances that perfectly capture the energy and essence of the original Gibb brothers with spine-tingling precision. Concertgoers can look forward to unforgettable renditions of hits like 'How Deep Is Your Love', 'You Win Again', 'Tragedy' and many more. It's a dance-filled night of falsetto, funk and full-on nostalgia you won't want to miss! Concert details are as follows: Saturday Night – Celebrating Bee Gees Concert Dates: 31st July (Thursday) & 1st August (Friday) 2025 31st July (Thursday) & 1st August (Friday) 2025 Time: 8:30pm 8:30pm Venue: Zepp Kuala Lumpur Zepp Kuala Lumpur Organiser: Milestone Entertainment Milestone Entertainment Ticket Prices: Premium RM638 | VIP RM538 | CAT A RM398 | CAT B RM298 | CAT C RM198 | Platinum Box RM4,800 (6 pax) Exclusively for Maybank Cardmembers: Enjoy up to 25% off on tickets when you pay with your Maybank card, T&C apply. For more information, log on to It's going to be a couple of months before show day, so while we wait to get our groove on, how about we enjoy one of the Bee Gees' greatest hits to get the excitement going?
Winnipeg Free Press
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
Night of farewells filled with joy, reverence
We always knew this day would come, and when it ultimately did, it was a joy-filled celebration of world-class talent and decades-long dedication to a musical organization forever changed by that artistry. Revered Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra concertmaster Gwen Hoebig took her final curtain call Saturday night as the WSO presented the last offering in its Saturday Classic series, the aptly titled Celebrating Gwen Hoebig. The Vancouver-born musician steps down this month after a remarkable 37-year tenure in her prestigious position; she is just the fourth concertmaster in the WSO's 77-year history and Canada's longest reigning concertmaster, now passing the proverbial bow to Karl Stobbe. Mark Rash photo WSO concertmaster Gwen Hoebig plays at a concert in her honour on Saturday night. And what a sendoff it was, with the audience bursting into thunderous applause the moment the violinist took the stage for her first selection, led by WSO maestro Daniel Raiskin. The emotionally charged night also marked the retirement of longtime orchestra pillars: Jan Kocman after an incredible 51 years as principal flutist; and principal cellist Yuri Hooker, who has served for a quarter-century. Raiskin paid personal homage to these three beloved musicians following intermission, hailing them as 'precious members of the WSO' while adding his own heartfelt benediction: 'You have been what the orchestra has become all these years.' The 115-minute (with intermission) program launched with the WSO première of Mozart's Sinfonia Concertante K. Anh. 104 (320e), for which Hoebig was joined by the two musical children she shares with pianist husband David Moroz: cellist Juliana Moroz and violist Alexander (Sasha) Moroz, now establishing professional careers of their own. This delightfully effervescent musical bonbon — Mozart's incomplete score was reconstructed in 1989 by Britain composer Philip Wilby — proved an ideal choice, showcasing the simpatico artistry and familial bonds of these three string players. After Hoebig rendered its gracious opening theme accompanied by her children, we were also given a promise of the future of classical music. Juliana Moroz exuded pure confidence and poise, her silken, honey-sweet tone particularly singing during the one-movement work's more lyrical passages. Sasha Moroz provided steady ballast for the cohesive, well-balanced ensemble, nimbly tossing off his virtuosic runs right into his uppermost range with aplomb. The trio's entwining of their lines stirred the soul; it was a passing of the torch to the next generation— and event also witnessed by Hoebig's internationally renowned cellist brother, Desmond Hoebig in town for the auspicious occasion — right before our very eyes. Mark Rash photo Maestro Daniel Raiskin (right) leads the orchestra, violinist Gwen Hoebig and her pianist husband David Moroz on Mozart's Concerto for Violin, Piano and Orchestra. We were then treated to a second Mozart work, and another WSO première Concerto for Violin, Piano and Orchestra, K. Anh. 56 (315f), with Hoebig now joined onstage by David Moroz. After Raiskin set a brisk pace for the opening Allegro, Hoebig once more delivered its opening theme, while displaying her expansive palette of tonal colours and seamless, lyrical phrasing. Moroz matched her note for note with crisp figuration and trills that sparkled, neatly tossing off his part's virtuosic demands while infusing his playing with customary finesse. The slower movement, Andantino: cantabile, was particular highlight, with Raiskin sculpting sound like an artisan while sensitively cueing each section — well in tune with the soloists who brought its languorous themes to life. Then it was time for the rollicking rondo finale, Allegretto, teeming with ebullient high spirits and packed with rhythmic punch, leading to a triumphant finish and another ovation by the charmed crowd. The second half of the program featured Hoebig now returned to her first chair as concertmaster, seated among her musical colleagues for Debussy's La Mer, last performed here in 2016. Penned between 1903 and 1905, the French composer's highly impressionist, lushly orchestrated 'symphonic sketches' capture the grandeur of the sea, unfolding as three varied movements, from the opening, hushed From Dawn to Noon on the Sea, through to infectious Play of the Waves before majestic closer Dialogue of the Sea. The maestro's sensitive approach ensured clarity throughout, as its constantly shifting waves of sound ebbed and flowed like sea tides. Kudos to the rarely spied double harps, as well as the winds that shimmered like sunlight on water. Sonorous brass were equally matched by a dramatic timpani roll at the top of the finale, as well as such gentler percussion effects as bells and cymbals evoking dancing waves in this ear-pleaser not frequently heard live. Mark Rash photo From left: first violinist Gwen Hoebig; her son, violist Sasha Moroz; her daughter, cellist Juliana Moroz, and WSO maestro Daniel Raiskin Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. The program rounded out with one of Hoebig's stated personal favourites, last performed here in 2008: Richard Strauss's narrative-based symphonic poem Till Eulenspiegel's Merry Pranks, Op. 28, where the fiddle represents the German medieval trickster title character in a series of mischievous adventures. This performance, ranging from stately themes to shocking dynamic contrasts and pungent dissonances, charmed the senses, while capturing the joy of music that Hoebig has always brought to the stage — and gifted to us throughout her 37 seasons. As expected, this great Canadian artist, who has left a lasting legacy, garnered one final standing ovation with the entire house now on its feet, cheering for their own musical hero, who will be missed deeply, as the WSO now embarks on its next grand and glorious chapter. The program repeated Sunday afternoon as the final offering in the Shirley Loewen Sunday Classics series.
Winnipeg Free Press
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
WSO announces new concertmaster, Karl Stobbe
The Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra announced Monday that acclaimed violinist Karl Stobbe has won the audition to be the next WSO concertmaster, beginning with the 2025/26 season. Stobbe, who has been assistant concertmaster since 1996, was selected by the unanimous decision of the audition committee. 'It is an incredible honour and responsibility to be appointed the next concertmaster of the WSO,' Stobbe said in a release. 'I look forward to working with the dedicated and talented musicians of the WSO and maestro Daniel Raiskin, in serving the community of Winnipeg and beyond.' Stobbe's appointment coincides with another WSO milestone; the violinist succeeds longtime concertmaster Gwen Hoebig, who will step down at the end of the 2024/25 season after 37 years in the first violin chair. May 10 at 7:30 p.m. and May 11 at 2 p.m., the WSO presents Celebrating Gwen Hoebig with a program of Mozart, Debussy and Strauss. Hoebig will be joined by her musical family: her husband, pianist David Moroz, and her children, violist Alexander Moroz and cellist Juliana Moroz. Tickets are available at
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tompkins County Legislature approves more than $175K in tourism grants for free events
In a recent move to bolster local events and initiatives, the Tompkins County Legislature approved over $175,930 in funding through the Tourism Program's spring 2025 grant cycle. The investment aims to enhance the county's cultural offerings, outdoor activities, and overall appeal to visitors. Fully funded by the Hotel Room Occupancy Tax Law, the grants create a 'positive feedback loop,' according to a Wednesday statement from the officials behind the Tompkins County Tourism Program. By supporting local events and initiatives, the program makes Tompkins County a more desirable destination for visitors and in turn, those visitors support the local economy by spending money at restaurants, shops, and hotels, creating jobs and generating tax revenue that benefits the entire community, they said. For more information on upcoming local events, visit A total of $23,950 was awarded to 19 organizations for events that celebrate the county's culture and history. These grants support free, public events throughout the year, including the following. Ithaca Commons Performance Pop-ups (Sidewalk Showcase) by Ithaca Downtown Business Improvement District, Inc. (April 18-Oct. 17, 2025) Celebrating Nordic American Traditions by Finger Lakes Finns (May 18-Sept. 21, 2025) Lansing Car Show by Lansing Events Committee (June 1-Sept. 6, 2025) Community Mural Celebrating Inclusion and Refugee Solidarity by Ithaca Welcomes Refugees (June 1-Sept. 30, 2025) Finger Lakes Food Culture Mural Celebration by Shared Kitchen Ithaca (June 1-Sept. 13, 2025) Ithaca Pride Festival by Tompkins Chamber Foundation (June 14-15, 2025) Love Your Lake Community Paddle Summer Series by Discover Cayuga Lake (June 17-Sept. 16, 2025) International Mud Day by Ithaca Children's Garden (June 28, 2025) 4th of July Weekend -- Free Carousel Rides by Friends of Stewart Park, Inc. (July 4-6, 2025) Outdoor Summer Concert by Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine Arts (July 12, 2025) Latino Civic Association Annual Picnic (Aug. 16, 2025) Celebrating Unions and Strengthening Our Community -- Annual Labor Day Picnic by Tompkins County Workers' Center (Sept. 1, 2025) Tompkins County Airport Day & Preparedness Expo by Ithaca Tompkins International Airport (Sept. 13, 2025) Harvest Festival by Enfield Community Council, Inc. (Sept. 20, 2025) Porchfest by WSKG Public Telecommunications Council (Sept. 21, 2025) Newfield Old Home Days by Town of Newfield (Sept. 26-27, 2025) Homestead Heritage Fair Day 2025 by Dryden Town Historical Society (Sept. 27, 2025) Spooky Science by Sciencenter (Oct. 26, 2025) Winterfest by Village of Trumansburg (Dec. 6, 2025) Grant awards totaling $98,980 were allocated to support 13 organizations funding projects and marketing campaigns designed to attract visitors to Tompkins County. Notable recipients include: Sciencenter for "Exploring the Ocean: New Coral Reef and Mangrove Exhibits" (April 15-Dec. 31, 2025) Ithaca Children's Garden for "Interpreting Nature for Children & Families" (April 20-Oct. 30, 2025) Triphammer Arts for "Summer Concert Festival 2025" (May 1-Sept. 30, 2025) The Cherry Arts for "Cherry Artspace Exterior Beautification and Improved Geographic Reach, Phase 2" (May 1-May 30, 2025) Finger Lakes Curling Club for "2025 Finger Lakes Icebreaker Bonspiel" (May 31, 2025) Tea Leaves, Inc. for "Ithaca Reggae Fest" (June 20-22, 2025) Special Olympics New York for "2025 Special Olympics NYS Summer Games" (June 20-June 22, 2025) Ithaca Shakespeare Company, Inc. for "2025 Summer Shakespeare Festival" (July 17-27, 2025) Northeast Mycological Federation (NEMF) for "NEMF Women in Mycology Foray 2025" (Sept. 18-Sept. 21, 2025) Ithaca Downtown Business Improvement District, Inc. for "Celebrating the 43rd Annual Downtown Ithaca Apple Harvest Festival" (Sept. 26-Sept. 28, 2025) Khuba International for "Farming for Freedom Trail" (Oct. 4-Nov. 5, 2025) The History Center for "FLAG CON 2025" (Oct. 31-Nov. 2, 2025) Triphammer Arts for "Winter Village Music Camp 2026" (Jan. 8-Jan. 11, 2026) Three organizations have received a total of $53,000 through the Tompkins Outdoors grant program: Discover Cayuga Lake ($15,000) Finger Lakes Land Trust ($19,000) Friends of Stewart Park ($19,000) This article originally appeared on Ithaca Journal: Tompkins County Legislature approves more than $175K in tourism grants
Associated Press
10-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
She's Got Goals LLC CEO Dr. Karwanna D. Irving Honored as 2025 Enterprising Women of the Year Award Winner
Celebrating Women's History Month: Dr. Irving Receives Multiple Award Nominations Recognizing Impact and Influence of Women Entrepreneurs San Francisco, California--(Newsfile Corp. - March 10, 2025) - She's Got Goals LLC, a leading business consultancy empowering women entrepreneurs, proudly announces that its CEO, Dr. Karwanna D. Irving, has been named a 2025 Enterprising Women of the Year Award winner. Honored for her leadership in the $1M+ revenue category, Dr. Irving will be recognized at the 23rd Annual Enterprising Women of the Year Awards Celebration & Conference, taking place March 27-29, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. ShesGotGoals/pamperrypr 'We are thrilled to honor Dr. Irving as an exemplary leader,' said Monica Smiley, CEO and publisher of Enterprising Women. 'Her tireless dedication to her business, her community, and her role as a mentor to women and girls everywhere sets a standard we all admire.' In recognition of Women's History Month, Dr. Irving's contributions have also been acknowledged with nominations from two other media awards: the CNBC Changemakers Award and Success Magazine's Top 50 Influential Women. These nominations underscore her influential role in shaping the future of entrepreneurship and her impactful leadership. The Enterprising Women of the Year Award is a global recognition for accomplished women entrepreneurs who demonstrate fast-growth businesses, mentorship of other women and girls in entrepreneurship, and leadership within their communities. The conference will feature two full days of top-notch workshops, networking opportunities, and a gala dinner spotlighting each honoree. [ This video cannot be displayed. Please visit the source: ] She's Got Goals Academy, founded by transformational business coach and influence expert Dr. Karwanna D., is a premier business empowerment company dedicated to helping entrepreneurs not just win but dominate in their industries. With a proven track record spanning over 20 years, She's Got Goals has transformed lives and businesses by equipping leaders with the tools and strategies to leverage their businesses as wealth-generating vehicles. The company's CEO is a national speaker, author of 10 Habits of The Highly Effective Entrepreneur, and recipient of the SBDC Women in Business Grant, and has shared stages with iconic leaders like Les Brown and Myron Golden. She's Got Goals dynamic approach combines practical expertise with inspiration, empowering thousands to achieve their dreams and exceed their goals. She's Got Goals Academy provides comprehensive coaching, actionable training, and a proven framework to elevate entrepreneurs to new levels of success in both life and business. For more information, visit Press inquiries She's Got Goals LLC Pam Perry (248) 690-6810 (248) 690-6810
