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Grammy nomination!

Posted by rufus on Dec 4, 2008 | Views: ()

Congratulations to Rufus for being nominated for the upcoming Grammy Awards! His album, Rufus Does Judy At Carnegie Hall, has been selected for the Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album category.

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Rufus on BBC's "Five Minutes With"

Posted by rufus on Dec 4, 2008 | Views: ()

Hear what Rufus has to say about gay marriage, Barack Obama, and his opera, Prima Donna as host Matthew Stadlen from BBC News interviews him for their program, Five Minutes With. Here's a link to the interview:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/7736275.stm

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Rufus & family on The Martha Stewart Show!

Posted by rufus on Dec 4, 2008 | Views: ()

Tune into NBC TV's Martha Stewart Show on Tuesday, December 9, 2008 to see the McGarrigle/ Wainwright clan bake ski biscuits with Martha.

In NYC, the show will air live at 11 am this Tuesday.

Please check your local listings for exact times.

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Note from Rufus!

Posted by Geffen on Dec 3, 2008 | Views: ()

Hello all,

Next week on the 10th of December in Carnegie Hall at 8pm the third biennial McGarrigle Hour Christmas show will take place. If it was a yearly event I would probably convert to Hasidic Judaism, not only for the assortment of hats, but also because a herculean amount of effort and good will have been put into this brilliant extravaganza and all concerned are spent with holiday joy. It's such a big show that Jesus may be coming, and considering the choice line-up we have this year of everyone from Emmylou Harris to Lou Reed (I guess that would be Emmy-Lou-Reed), Laurie Anderson to Jimmy Fallon (now THAT'S a juxtaposition) and of course the family amongst other fantastic guests, frankly, Jesus should come! Jesus really needs to see this. This weekend I'm driving up to Montreal to pick up Mom who has baked hundreds of ski cookies for the higher priced cancer charity tickets (check out my site for more info, tickets are still available and its a great cause) and then the day before the performance my post modern nuclear family and I, that is "sans father," will be on the Martha Stewart show baking away and (the french verb to eat) MANGER! There are still a variety of seats left, high falutan and non gluten and such, so please come. You won't be disappointed.......AH! Speaking of disappointed! I'm premiering a brand new song called "Christmas Is For Kids" - it's about how jealous I am when Martha gets more presents than I do. "It's easier to buy stuff for girls": THAT'S SUCH BULLSHIT!!!!!!

Love,

Rufus xxx

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Blackoutsabbath 2009!

Posted by rufus on Nov 19, 2008 | Views: ()

Mark your calendar for the 2nd Annual Blackoutsabbath Concert starring Rufus Wainwright and Friends next year on Wednesday, March 4, 2009! It'll be held at City Winery in NYC.

Check back soon for more details and information on how to be among the first to purchase tickets...

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Rufus on Spectacle: Elvis Costello With...

Posted by rufus on Nov 13, 2008 | Views: ()

Soon you'll be able to view an interview and performance by Rufus and Elvis Costello for Elvis' new talk show, "Spectacle: Elvis Costello With..." This episode will air on January 14, 2009 at 9pm EST on the Sundance Channel.

For more info, check out the show's website at http://www.sundancechannel.com/series/spectacle

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Don't Miss Rufus in Kansas City, Missouri!

Posted by rufus on Nov 7, 2008 | Views: ()

Be one of the first to purchase tickets to see Rufus perform at the Uptown Theater in Kansas City, Missouri on Saturday, February 21, 2009! Pre-sale tickets go on sale Wednesday, November 12th at 10:00AM CST until Friday, November 14th and 10:00PM CST.

Get them fast before they go on sale to the public on Saturday, November 15th at 10:00AM CST!

Purchase pre-sale tickets HERE ! Use the password: Rufus

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MILK (the film) and Blackout Sabbath

Posted by rufus on Nov 6, 2008 | Views: ()

Nonprofit organizations Blackout Sabbath Global Inheritance and are teaming up with Focus Features to host a charity auction on ebay to support each organization. Visit the auction here.

Be the coolest person on the block, in the office or online when you invite up to 50 of your friends to view an early screening* of Gus Vant Sant’s film – MILK starring Sean Penn as Harvey Milk. The private screening will take place at your local movie theater. This charity auction begins on November 3rd and closes on November 11 at 11:00am (PST).

100% of the funds raised will be split between the organizations.

Milk will begin playing select U.S. cities on November 26 . Check out the Milk Website : http://www.milkthemovie.com/

* One (1) complimentary screening of the motion picture, “Milk” at winner’s local theater for winner and up to 50 of his/her guests. Screening includes theatre rental and print, both provided by Focus Features. Screening must take place after November 26, 2008, and prior to January 26, 2009. All expenses not specifically mentioned herein are not included and are solely the winner’s responsibility, including but not limited to: food, beverage, ground transportation to the Private Screening and parking.

Screening is subject to theater availability and limited release date of “Milk.” Screening is for one (1) showing only. Screening must take place during the time period established by Focus Features. No change, extension, or substitution will be permitted once the screening date is determined, except at Focus Features’ sole discretion

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See Rufus on BBC1's This Week

Posted by rufus on Nov 6, 2008 | Views: ()

Tune into BBC1 TV's This Week program tonight, November 6th at 6:35pm EST / 11:35pm GMT to see Rufus and his thoughts on this year's historic US presidential election.

You can view the broadcast here: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/this_week/default.stm

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Spend a special evening with your extended family, the McGarrigles, Wainwrights, and friends!

Posted by rufus on Oct 31, 2008 | Views: ()

The McGarrigle Christmas Hour featuring Rufus and his sister, Martha Wainwright will be held at Carnegie Hall on December 10, 2008 and there will be some very special guests. Kate and Anna McGarrigle are thrilled to welcome Emmylou Harris, Lou Reed, Laurie Anderson, Jimmy Fallon, Teddy Thompson, Justin Bond, Sloan Wainwright and more! It will be a fun and festive evening with perhaps a few surprise guests stopping by. For more info, go to rufuswainwright.com/mcgarriglechristmashour2008

Tickets go on sale to the public on Wednesday, November 5th at 11am EST, but Rufus fans can start purchasing tichkets Monday, November 3rd at 11am EST! Get your pre-sale tickets online HERE or by calling the Carnegie Hall box office at (212) 247-7800.

A limited number of VIP packages are available by making a donation to the Kate McGarrigle Fund. The Kate McGarrigle Fund is a not-for-profit partner of the McGill University Health Centre Foundation and the Cedars Cancer Institute, supporting cancer care and research in Montreal, Canada. These packages include premium seats, a very special opportunity to meet the performers after the show, a chance to attend an intimate taping, and wonderful gift bags. For more information and VIP packages, visit www.muhcfoundation.com/mcgarrigle or call toll-free, 1-877-601-4536.