Victor Ray Releases 'I Felt.' EP
by Michael Major - September 08, 2023 This release finds Victor exploring themes of heartbreak and loss via his innate ability for storytelling and timeless, irresistible vocals. The five-track collection marks the arrival of an undeniable new talent, whose busking performances on TikTok have earned him a global fanbase of over 2.7 mill...
Photos: First Look At SANTA FE FIESTA MELODRAMA In Rehearsals
by A.A. Cristi - August 21, 2023 Santa Fe Playhouse (SFP) has shared first look photos of rehearsals for the 101st Santa Fe Fiesta Melodrama, written by Bawdy and Beautiful Santa Feans, and directed by Felix Cordova....
Mackenzie Shivers Shares New Single 'a cautionary tale'
by Michael Major - November 09, 2023 With the ethereal pop opener “a cautionary tale,” Shivers examines who she is in the wake of loss and transition, capturing an internal struggle to confess that she’s not always as put together as she seems, all while pulling the listener into a stunning musical terrain....
MISFIT VARIETY SHOW to Play Chicago, Indianapolis, Denver, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - March 16, 2024 The Misfit Variety Show goes to Chicago's Lincoln Lodge on April 11th, Kalamazoo's Crawlspace Theater on April 13th, Detroit's Planet Ant on April 14th, Indianapolis' White Rabbit Cabaret on April 15th, and Denver's RISE Comedy Theater on April 28th....
Review: LOVE TO DEATH at Grand Théâtre
by David Sousa Lopes - February 05, 2024 Last Friday, we attended the premiere of Lemi Ponifasio’s Love to Death, the anticipated third instalment of the Red Bridge Project. The show seeks to break our standard understanding of theatre, with a healthy and creative symbiosis between traditional dramatic elements and bits and pieces of the r...
Review: HISTORY OF PAPER, Tron Theatre
by Mary Baillie - September 16, 2024 A pizza express menu. A birthday card. A birth certificate. A note. A shopping receipt. In a world so overtaken by technology, this play beautifully uncovers the quiet power of paper, revealing how much of our lives—birthdays, milestones, even dinner plans—are still shaped by what’s printed on singl...
Jaz Karis Details Debut Album 'Safe Flight;' New Single Out Now
by Josh Sharpe - July 25, 2024 South London R&B artist Jaz Karis has announced her debut, full length album SAFE FLIGHT will be released on Friday, September 20th. The fourth single from the record, “SUNSET BLVD,” is available to stream now....
Video: Danya Taymor Says THE OUTSIDERS Was the Collaboration of a Lifetime
by Joey Mervis - May 30, 2024 In this video, watch as Tony nominee Danya Taymor chats about the importance of The Outsiders story, the joy of returning to musical theatre, and so much more....
Sawyer Fredericks and Cassandra Kubinski Release 'Burn It Down'
by Josh Sharpe - August 26, 2024 Sawyer Fredericks and Cassandra Kubinski have released “Burn It Down”. The song is the first collaboration between the independent singer/songwriters. The smoldering, rootsy track reveals the moment of transformation when someone decides to let their own life go in a blaze of glory, letting it burn ...
Review: LONG WAY DOWN at Olney Theatre Center
by Tavish Young - May 28, 2024 On May 25th, Olney Theatre Center unveiled the world premiere of the musical Long Way Down at the Mulitz-Gudelsky Theatre Lab. The piece was adapted from Jason Reynolds's novel of the same name, which has received accolades such as the National Book Award and a Newbery Medal, and was written (books,...
Student Blog: Two Shows in Two Weeks
by Student Blogger: Jordan Mincy - September 03, 2024 The tech weeks were approaching for both shows and academic work was not letting up. When I would get back to my dorm after late nights, I had no motivation to do homework but I had no choice as it would be due the next day. I was definitely feeling burnt out....
Review: COMPANY at Hollywood Pantages Theatre
by Andrew Child - August 03, 2024 The production is entirely fused with the bluish glow of the cellphones which tether the characters together and, in many ways, the continued relevance of the themes of the piece shine through. Musings on connections and loneliness seem freshly pertinent as Bobbie flicks through voicemails alone in ...
Review: ROUNDHOUSE COMEDY FESTIVAL OPENING GALA, Roundhouse
by Aliya Al-Hassan - August 07, 2023 The iconic North London venue, the Roundhouse, has kicked oiff its very first Comedy Festival, running throughout August, The very first event promised a stellar line-up featuring a headline from Rose Matafeo, also featuring Catherine Cohen, Jordan Gray, Lolly Adefope, Rhys James, and Kiri Pritchard...
ALL ABOARD! AT TERMINATION STATION Comes To Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - June 12, 2023 Celebrating reproductive rights through song, dance and self-reflection, All Aboard! At Termination Station aims to reclaim people's voices and empower those with lived experiences of abortion....
MISFIT VARIETY SHOW to Play Chicago, Indianapolis, Denver, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - March 16, 2024 The Misfit Variety Show goes to Chicago's Lincoln Lodge on April 11th, Kalamazoo's Crawlspace Theater on April 13th, Detroit's Planet Ant on April 14th, Indianapolis' White Rabbit Cabaret on April 15th, and Denver's RISE Comedy Theater on April 28th....
Student Blog: I Guess I'll Miss the Show (an ode to PIPPIN)
by Student Blogger: MJ Kirsche - March 28, 2023 Yesterday I closed my first show of college. Our show, Pippin, meant so much to me, I’m not sure how to begin. ...
Review: ELF at Fairfield Center Stage
by Sean Fallon - November 12, 2023 On Saturday, November 11th, I had the pleasure of seeing ELF, the musical, performed by Fairfield Center Stage, at Wakeman Hall inside First Congregational Church of Fairfield. With book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin and music by Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin, this musical is based on the 2003 m...
Photos: First Look At SANTA FE FIESTA MELODRAMA in Performance
by A.A. Cristi - August 24, 2023 Santa Fe Playhouse (SFP) has begun performances for the 101st Santa Fe Fiesta Melodrama, written by Bawdy and Beautiful Santa Feans, and directed by Melodrama veteran, Felix Cordova. Fiesta Melodrama will run through September 10, 2023 on the mainstage (142 East De Vargas Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501)...
Cassidy King Shares New Single 'Can't Be Friends'
by Michael Major - March 28, 2023 Singer-songwriter Cassidy King has a knack for irresistible, pop forward melodies and emotional hooks that get catchier with each release. Now, she continues to showcase those talents with her new heartbreak anthem “Can’t Be Friends” chronicling the ending and reflection of an untruthful relationshi...
Review: EDINBURGH 2023: REVIEW: ALAN TURING - A MUSICAL BIOGRAPHY
by Helen Smith - August 12, 2023 Early Morning Productions bring Alan Turing’s story to life in this piece written by Joan Greening with music by Joel Goodman and Jan Osborne. From his visionary work in computing to his appalling treatment by the authorities for being gay, it explores Turing’s experiences and legacy. ...
Student Blog: Out-Let Yourself Go
by Student Blogger: MJ Kirsche - February 20, 2023 A common thing performers will say when asked about why they love theatre is that it's a 'great outlet' for them. But what does that mean? What is an outlet and how do we find it in art?...
Student Blog: ASMing: Always Sleepy (wo)Men
by Student Blogger: Grace Johnson - February 26, 2024 My real work began the following week during tech, where we enjoyed hours and hours of lighting levels, and myself and the other ASM got exceedingly good at sweeping and mopping the dance floor. ...
Student Blog: Summers Come and Summers Go
by Student Blogger: Aubrey Donovan - July 31, 2023 After my first year of college, this summer has been reflective and has made me look back at my year and consider my emotions as well as my wants and needs. Getting out of college I felt so relieved to be back at home, to have some sense of familiarity back in my life after facing change after chang...
Rising Composer Jonathon Crompton to Premiere New Work at Dimenna Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 08, 2023 Join Australian composer Jonathon Crompton at The DiMenna Center for Classical Music for the world premiere of Cantata No. 1: An Island Seen and Felt. This major new work showcases Crompton's commitment to iconoclasm, combining classical and jazz traditions with Renaissance counterpoint....
Student Blog: Back to School: A Major Change
by Student Blogger: Kimberly Wilkinson - November 15, 2023 Hello! My name is Kimmy and I’m in my 2nd year at Florida Atlantic University. I’m very excited to kickstart my blog with a recent dilemma. I hope some of you can relate and feel some sort of comfort in the struggle.... |