Review: CLUE at Kauffman Center
by Alan Portner - Apr 4, 2024
Three quarters of a century following its first North American game release, a top-quality touring play version of “Clue, A New Comedy” has appeared set in a mansion located in suburban Washington, D.C. At the risk of sounding like a bad horror novel or even worse “B” movie, all the action takes place in a spooky mansion on a dark and stormy night. This is not the first attempt to leverage the popular game into other venues.
GOD OF CARNAGE Comes to Katonah Classic Stage in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 3, 2024
Katonah Classic Stage will give audiences a double dose of Broadway talent this Spring. Starting in May, audiences will be treated to Yasmina Reza’s hysterical satire 'God of Carnage' in repertory with a dramatic interpretation of the classic Swedish novella 'Dr. Glas.'
Interview: Luz Michelle Brings the Laughs with COMELODY at Don't Tell Mama
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 4, 2024
On Thursday April 11th, Hard Headed Comedy is putting on a night of musical comedy and standup at Don’t Tell Mama. The lineup will feature Kimberly Dinaro (Fallon Tonight, New York Comedy Festival), Maggie Lalley, Oscar Aydin and Luz Michelle. I spoke to Michelle about her inspirations and what's coming up next for her.
PLAY DIRTY COMEDY A New Comedy Show Comes To Caveat NYC
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 2, 2024
Experience a unique night of laughter with PLAY DIRTY COMEDY, a speakeasy-themed comedy show in New York City. Share a secret for entry and enjoy live jazz, anonymous confessions, and hilarious comedy on April 15th, 2024.
Akira Galaxy Announces Tour With Winnetka Bowling League ¿
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024
Singer-songwriter Akira Galaxy has announced her tour with Winnetka Bowling League. The tour comes after a successful run of shows for Akira in Austin at SXSW, and follows the release of her debut EP What's Inside You via Bright Antenna Records.
Review: APPRAISAL, Tabard Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Mar 28, 2024
A cringy boss, a pricky employee and an annual review that goes rather wrong. Tim Marriott's sharp two-hander, Appraisal, now comes to the Tabard Theatre.
BOYS FROM THE BLACKSTUFF Will Transfer to the West End This June
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2024
Graham’s acclaimed adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s Boys from the Blackstuff will transfer to the West End for a strictly limited eight-week season at the Garrick Theatre, following runs at Liverpool’s Royal Court and the National’s Olivier Theatre.
Photos: Nicolas Dromard & Desiree Davar 'Bubbles and Taps' at Green Room 42
by Kevin Alvey - Mar 25, 2024
Nicolas Dromard and Desiree Davar brought their show “Bubbles and Taps” to Manhattan’s Green Room 42 stage on March 23rd. The show is a perfect blend of full out tap, jazz, & ballroom dancing with genuine full-throated singing in a Pop and Broadway style. There are tributes to both Broadway and some of Bway's favorite stars.
Review: YAA's BIG FISH at Strathmore
by Itai Yasur - Mar 25, 2024
Young Artists of America's BIG FISH was a night to remember for the next generation of singers, dancers and musicians.
Review: MJ - THE MUSICAL Moonwalks Into OC's Segerstrom Center
by Michael Quintos - Mar 23, 2024
An overall resounding triumph despite its insistence on side-stepping some of the more salacious scandals associated with its subject, pop star Michael Jackson—MJ - THE MUSICAL is a genuinely entertaining and nostalgic show that purposely aims to celebrate the creative, if misunderstood genius behind some of the biggest hits in pop music history.
Rising DC Rapper BIG CRUZ Drops New Single 'WALK'
by Michael Major - Mar 22, 2024
Discover the latest single and video, WALK, from rising DC rapper BIG CRUZ. Experience the energetic beats and lyrical prowess that are quickly making BIG CRUZ a name to watch in the music industry. Accompanied by an official music video directed by Zay Jones (French Montana, Meek Mill, Drake, Kodak Black).
Review: THE GREAT LEAP at Center Repertory Company
by Steve Murray - Mar 21, 2024
What did our critic think of THE GREAT LEAP at Center Repertory Company? Center Rep tackles Playwright Lauren Yee’s basketball/cultural drama and with a well-crafted staging of her 2017 powerhouse The Great Leap. Renowned for deftly combining her San Francisco roots, Chinese culture and global politics, Yee puts it all together is this often humorous, yet emotionally stirring piece of theatre.
Video: Sam Akpro Shares Video For Gut-Punching New Track 'Disposition'
by Michael Major - Mar 19, 2024
Sam Akpro releases a gripping new music video for his latest track, 'Disposition.' Known for his intense artistic style, Akpro's new video promises to deliver a powerful visual experience. After joining forces with label ANTI- and the success of his BBC 6 Music A-List track “Death By Entertainment”, the new direction artist reflects his ambition.
DANCE IQUALI! Will Return With All New World Premieres
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2024
Dance Iquail!, the Philadelphia-based company founded and directed by Dr. Iquail Shaheed, returns to the Ailey Citigroup Theater with a program of New York premieres by choreographers Christian von Howard, Maleek Washington, and Shaheed, April 19 & 20 at 7:30 PM.
German Producers Lucry & Suena Release New Single 'Really' Ft. Young Dolph and Bonez MC
by Michael Major - Mar 15, 2024
Explore the new single 'Really' by German producers Lucry and Suena, featuring Young Dolph and Bonez MC. Dive into this latest international music collaboration. German producers Lucry & Suena, rapper Bonez MC, and the tragically departed Young Dolph from Memphis, Tennessee, far too early under tragic circumstances, have come together.
Scoop: Coming Up on NEXT LEVEL CHEF on FOX - Sunday, March 17, 2024
by TV Scoop - Mar 14, 2024
Get all the scoop on NEXT LEVEL CHEF, airing on FOX on Sunday, March 17, 2024! The 14 remaining chefs are tasked with preparing a curry dish that promises to pack a punch with only 30 minutes on the clock. The winning dish gives the entire team immunity and claims the top-level kitchen.