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In Italy during the 18th century, an average of 5,000 boys were castrated

annually. Almost exclusively, they came from poor families. Their treble voices intact, castration promised those who survived a chance to earn fame and fortune by singing female roles in the opera. A few made it, but most didn’t and were swept aside.



Stiletto, a new musical with Music and Lyrics by three-time Grammy nominee, Oscar and Golden Globe nominee Matthew Wilder (Disney’s Mulan), Book by double Olivier Award nominee Tim Luscombe (Noël Coward’s Easy Virtue, Terrence Rattigan’s The Browning Version and Harlequinade), is set in Venice, Europe’s opera capital.



During the winter of 1730-31, Venice is a city bristling with opportunity where fortunes can be made but life is cheap. A city of lustre and intrigue with plenty of chances of success for Marco, who was castrated as a child to retain his perfect voice. Opera stars being the rock stars of their day, Marco is on course to be an 18th-century Jagger or Bowie, to snag a powerful patron and play leading roles.



In a busy square he meets Gioia, confident, strong willed... and supremely

talented. But despite her musical gifts, being the daughter of an African slave there’s no chance for her to fulfil her dreams. Marco recognises her talent and, sensing that they are both outsiders as well as sharing a love for music, they fall in love.



In an attempt to get her on stage, Marco introduces Gioia to society and his patron, the Contessa Azzurra, but at the end of the evening, a body lies dead and Gioia is hauled off to prison. To free her, Marco must overcome the demons of his past and the morally corrupt forces of the present.


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'The Dark Side of Money' by D. E. Rogers Set for Release, 12/6
by Christina Mancuso - Oct 1, 2013


On December 6, 2013, REGI Books will release 'The Dark Side of Money,' a rousing new novel by author d. E. Rogers that examines the complicated dynamics in a family full of strong personalities, set against the backdrop of the cut-throat New York fashion industry.

Photo Flash: Saturday Intermission Pics, Sept 28 - The Elvises of HONEYMOON IN VEGAS, JUNGLE BOOK Does BREAKING BAD and More!
by BWW News Desk - Sep 28, 2013


It's Saturday, and that means it's time for BroadwayWorld's 'Saturday Intermission Pics' round-up. Today's photos come from the casts of Paper Mill's Broadway-Bound production of HONEYMOON IN VEGAS, THE FANTASTICKS, 5th Avenue Theatre's SECONDHAND LIONS, TOP HAT, the EVITA and WICKED national tours, THE MOST HAPPY FELLA at Goodspeed, THE JUNGLE BOOK anticipating the BREAKING BAD finale, SOUL DOCTOR channeling PIPPIN, and regional productions of SPAMALOT, CATS, MARY STUART at Stratford and more!

Harbor Stage's THE SEAGULL Plays Suffolk University, Now thru 9/22
by BWW News Desk - Sep 19, 2013


Following the completion of their second intrepid season, Wellfleet's Harbor Stage Company will bring their much lauded production of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull to Boston's Modern Theatre at Suffolk University. The five performance Limited Engagement transfer will run tonight, September 19th through Sunday, September 22nd and marks the acclaimed ensemble's first appearance beyond the shores of Cape Cod.

Discovery Fit & Health's UNTOLD STORIES OF THE ER to Return 10/6
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 16, 2013


This fall, the eighth season of Discovery Fit & Health signature series UNTOLD STORIES OF THE ER returns Sunday, October 6 at 9 PM (ET/PT).

UNTOLD STORIES OF THE ER Returns for Eighth Season
by Matt Tamanini - Sep 16, 2013


This fall, the eighth season of Discovery Fit & Health signature series UNTOLD STORIES OF THE ER returns Sunday, October 6 at 9 PM (ET/PT).

THE SEAGULL, ANNE HUTCHINSON and More Set for Fall/Winter 2013 Season at Suffolk's Modern Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Sep 8, 2013


The Modern Theatre at Suffolk University announces the programming lineup for its fall 2013 season, featuring innovative performances of dance, opera, and new and classic plays.

Photo Flash: Saturday Intermission Pics, Sept 7 - High-Fashion HAIRSPRAY in PA, a ROCK OF AGES Kick Line and More!
by BWW News Desk - Sep 7, 2013


It's Saturday, and that means it's time for BroadwayWorld's 'Saturday Intermission Pics' round-up. Today's photos come from the casts of SOUL DOCTOR, WICKED, THE TRIP TO BOUNTIFUL, MATILDA, ONCE, KINKY BOOTS, TOP HAT, ROCK OF AGES, OLIVER! at Westchester Broadway Theatre, PHILIP GOES FORTH off-Broadway, HAIRSPRAY at Allenberry Playhouse in PA and more!

Sleepy Kitty Ends 2013 Summer Tour Tonight in NYC
by BWW News Desk - Sep 6, 2013


St. Louis garage pop duo, Sleepy Kitty is on the road late this summer in lead up to their forthcoming album release, Projection Room. They will close out their summer tour at Pianos in New York City tonight, September 6.

Harbor Stage's THE SEAGULL to Play Suffolk University, 9/19-22
by BWW News Desk - Sep 3, 2013


Following the completion of their second intrepid season, Wellfleet's Harbor Stage Company will bring their much lauded production of Anton Chekhov's The Seagull to Boston's Modern Theatre at Suffolk University. The five performance Limited Engagement transfer will run Thursday, September 19th through Sunday, September 22nd and marks the acclaimed ensemble's first appearance beyond the shores of Cape Cod.

Rudy Foundation to Host LIFE IS A CABARET Benefit, 9/22
by Molly Tracy - Aug 30, 2013


Known for its commitment to supporting young individuals in their talented pursuits, Rudy Foundation is proud to announce its new fundraising program for the arts, MUSICAL FUSION FUNDRAISERS (MFF). MFF presents its first story-telling showcase, LIFE IS A CABARET: A STORY ABOUT RELATIONSHIPS, featuring local directors, educators and performers from Las Vegas' most celebrated productions, Saturday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 22 at 2 p.m. at The Summerlin Library and Performing Arts Center (1771 Inner Circle Drive).

Sleepy Kitty to End 2013 Summer Tour 9/6 in NYC
by BWW News Desk - Aug 26, 2013


St. Louis garage pop duo, Sleepy Kitty is on the road late this summer in lead up to their forthcoming album release, Projection Room. Tour dates below.

Sleepy Kitty to Embark on Summer Tour
by Conor Sheeran - Aug 21, 2013


Sleepy Kitty began as an experimental sound project for a class when frontwoman Paige Brubeck was enrolled as an undergraduate at School of The Art Institute Chicago in 2007.

Shemekia Samuels Releases I LOVE MY SISTER
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 16, 2013


For a long time, Shemekia Samuels wobbled in her stiletto heels without Jesus Christ in her heart. Since she has accepted him, her walk has grown more stable and confident. In her new book, 'I Love My Sister: And a Christian Walk-One Stiletto Step at a Time' (published by WestBow Press), Samuels shares with other women how accepting Jesus gave her life a sense of purpose and a better understanding of her place in the universe.

William M. Hoffman's AS IS Opens at Finborough Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Aug 6, 2013


The first London production since the 1987 UK premiere of William M. Hoffman's As Is opens at the Finborough Theatre for a four week limited season tonight, 6 August 2013 directed by Andrew Keates.

Animal Planet Picks Up TREEHOUSE MASTERS for Second Season
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 30, 2013


Animal Planet's hit frosh series, TREEHOUSE MASTERS, is renewed for a second season and is slated to return first quarter of 2014 with a 13-episode order. This announcement comes on the heels of the series' outstanding season-one performance, which had its finale Friday, July 26.

William M. Hoffman's AS IS Opens at the Finborough Theatre Tuesday, 6 August
by Robert Diamond - Jul 27, 2013


The first London production since the 1987 UK premiere of William M. Hoffman's As Is opens at the Finborough Theatre for a four week limited season on Tuesday, 6 August 2013 directed by Andrew Keates.

Andy Warhol's Protege, Painter Mark Schwartz, Explores the Intimate Relationship Between Women and Their Shoes
by Nicole Rosky - Jul 8, 2013


After years of only sharing his work with private individual clients (think Oprah and Madonna) and designing for Barneys, Bergdorf's and other elite boutiques, Mark Schwartz is sharing his famous shoe paintings with the public through the launch of his website www.highheeledart.com. The site showcases many of the iconic shoe paintings that have garnered him a reputation as one of the most "inspiring fashion artists of the modern era."

Sleepy Kitty Plays NYC's Pianos Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 29, 2013


Golightly Media have announced that, St. Louis favorites, Sleepy Kitty will be bringing their unique brand of scuzzed-out, throw-back rock to New York City, tonight, June 29th at Pianos.

Season Finale of Animal Planet's TREEHOUSE MASTERS Draws 1.5M
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 11, 2013


Animal Planet has transformed Friday nights by turning trees into spectacular treehouses and revolutionizing your concept of a fish tank. Friday night's performance of frosh series, TREEHOUSE MASTERS, and the spring season finale of Tanked pulled in 1.5M and 1.2M P2+ viewers, respectively.

Sleepy Kitty to Play NYC's Pianos, 6/29
by BWW News Desk - Jun 10, 2013


Golightly Media have announced that, St. Louis favorites, Sleepy Kitty will be bringing their unique brand of scuzzed-out, throw-back rock to New York City, this coming Saturday, June 29th at Pianos.

BWW Interview: KINKY BOOTS Tickle Gregg Barnes' Fancy
by Naomi Serviss - Jun 10, 2013


The outrageous thigh-high, fire-engine-red, sparkly boots that take center stage in the Tony-winning musical were especially challenging for the costume designer of the runaway hit.

BWW Reviews: Hilarious, Campy PRISCILLA Musical Sashays into L.A.
by Michael L. Quintos - Jun 7, 2013


Hilarious, visually arresting, and surprisingly heart-warming, PRISCILLA - QUEEN OF THE DESERT---the rousing stage musical adaptation of the 1994 Oscar-winning indie film of the same name---is an outlandishly silly show from start to finish, filled with non-stop eye-popping visuals, out-of-this-world costumes, playfully cheeky adult banter, and a smile-inducing songbook crammed with familiar, decade-defining pop hits. Though a show about drag queens may not necessarily be everyone's cup of tea, open-minded theatergoers seeking to experience a fun, non-serious, genuinely entertaining spectacle will truly enjoy this musical comedy's first national tour production now playing a limited engagement at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood through June 16.

Animal Planet Premieres TREEHOUSE MASTERS Tonight
by TV News Desk - May 31, 2013


In TREEHOUSE MASTERS, nature is literally at your doorstep; Pete Nelson, world-renowned treehouse designer and builder, provides the portal to life in the treetops. Beginning tonight, May 31, at 10 PM ET/PT on Animal Planet, Pete and his team of skillful craftsman, including his son Charlie, traverse the country to turn clients' sky-high dreams into realities.

Animal Planet to Premiere TREEHOUSE MASTERS, 5/31
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 22, 2013


In TREEHOUSE MASTERS, nature is literally at your doorstep; Pete Nelson, world-renowned treehouse designer and builder, provides the portal to life in the treetops. Beginning Friday, May 31, at 10 PM ET/PT on Animal Planet, Pete and his team of skillful craftsman, including his son Charlie, traverse the country to turn clients' sky-high dreams into realities.

VIDEO: Janelle Arthur Sings for Survival on AMERICAN IDOL
by - Apr 19, 2013


After receiving the lowest number of votes, Janelle Arthur sang for survival on last night's AMERICAN IDOL results show. Unfortunately the judges decided not to use their sole "save of the season" to keep Janelle in the competition. Watch her final performance below!

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