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Recommended Album: DEATH NOTE, THE MUSICAL (West End Cast Recording on Ghostlight Records)
GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS will release the London Concept Album of Death Note, The Musical following performances at London’s Palladium and Lyric theatres. The date for the 17-track album will be announced soon at Ghostlight. With score by Frank Wildhorn (Jekyll & Hyde, The Scarlet Pimpernel, Bonnie & Clyde), lyrics by Jack Murphy, book by Ivan Menchell, and orchestrations and arrangements by Jason Howland, the forthcoming…
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Opera Interview: GUANQUN YU, SOPRANO (Now Appearing in LA Opera’s Don Giovanni)
Renowned Chinese soprano Guanqun Yu has firmly established herself as a frequent guest performer on the grand stages of opera houses across Europe and America. Her remarkable journey from studying the accordion and aspiring to become a music teacher in her homeland of China to gracing the world’s most prestigious opera venues is nothing short of…
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Dance Recommendation: JUNGLE BOOK REIMAGINED (Global Tour at the BroadStage)
THIS BOOK HAS A NEW CHAPTER At the end of October, BroadStage presents it most important offering of the 23-24 season: The United States premiere of Jungle Book reimagined October 26-28, 2023, as part of Akram Khan Dance Company‘s global tour. Jungle Book reimagined presented by BroadStage at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage 1310 11th St.,…
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Opera Interview: LUCAS MEACHEM (Now Appearing in LA Opera’s DON GIOVANNI)
HE’S SMOOTH. HE’S A BARIHUNK. HE’S DON JUAN. MEET LUCAS MEACHEM. Baritone Lucas Meachem, now appearing in LA Opera’s Don Giovanni, was born on June 11, 1978, in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. He initially pursued his passion for singing through Karaoke before venturing into the world of opera. Meachem’s educational journey in music took him…
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Recommended Theatre and Album: THE TIME TRAVELLER’S WIFE: THE MUSICAL (Original London Cast Album from Sony Masterworks Broadway)
Sony Masterworks Broadway has released the Original Cast Recording to The Time Traveller’s Wife: The Musical, available everywhere now. The musical is now in previews and opens on November 1 at the Apollo Theatre in London’s West End. Henry and Clare’s relationship is like no other. And yet, it’s like all others. Clare is a talented…
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Extras: THE CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE OF CASINOS AND GAMBLING IN THEATER AND FILM
In recent times, the enticing pull of FanDuel’s BlackJack has mesmerized many, adding to a rich tapestry of the world of gambling that has, for decades, entranced audiences across theater and film. Beyond the glitzy allure of neon lights and the tantalizing promise of sudden wealth, there lies a layered exploration of human behaviors, risk-taking,…
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Film Recommendation: APOCALYPSE CLOWN (directed by George Kane)
IT’S THE END OF THE WORLD AS THEY NOSE IT APOCALYPSE CLOWN WILL BE RELEASED IN CINEMAS ACROSS THE UK AND IRELAND ON 1ST SEPTEMBER, 2023 Since winning the top prize at the 35th annual Galway Film Fleadh, Apocalypse Clown ’” an insane end-of-the-world clown comedy in which a troupe of washed-up and failed clowns…
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Recommended Film: PIGEON SHRINE FRIGHTFEST (Festival, August 24-28, 2023, at Cineworld Leicester Square, London)
FrightFest, the UK’s biggest, best and most beloved community-driven horror & fantasy film festival, returns in a blaze of gory glory to the Cineworld Leicester Square, London, for its 24th edition, this year with pioneering technology & entertainment company Pigeon Shrine as its headline sponsor. *** CHEAT Running from Thursday to Monday, August 24-28, 2023,…
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Theater Opening: BEACHES THE MUSICAL (Theatre Calgary in Alberta, Canada)
Theatre Calgary in Canada will present the international premiere of Beaches the Musical, based on the best-selling novel, which was made into the blockbuster film starring Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey. Beaches follows two extraordinary friends through 30 years of camaraderie, laughter, sorrow, and love. Vivacious, outlandish Cee Cee and beautiful, privileged Bertie meet as…
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Extras: HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT MUSICAL: FINDING THE PERFECT SHOW TO FIT YOUR TASTES
Are you a theatre aficionado who loves nothing more than attending the opening night of the latest musical production? Or perhaps it’s time to introduce your family or friends to the joys of live performance, and you need something that’ll genuinely entertain. Choosing which musical is right for your audience can be daunting! Knowing what…
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Dance Review and Commentary: GISELLE (United Ukrainian Ballet, West Coast Premiere)
PETIPA AND POLITICS In college I took one of those life-changing, niche courses that liberal arts schools like to put on their brochures, called Dancing the State: Dance and the Political. In it, we watched Ballet Folklórico de México and dissected how its aesthetics were used in the construction of the Mexican statehood project. We…
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Extras: ART OF IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE: WHY EXPERIENTIAL EVENT IS A GENIUS MARKETING TOOL
You give your audience the experience of a lifetime, and they will want it repeatedly! Let’s face it, work obligations have made us join a few of the most boring events. If you are not getting your audience excited about an event, the means do not fulfill the cause. Maybe you are getting a crowd…
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Extras | Theatre: An Essential Modern Theatre Guide: 6 Amazing Shows Not to Miss This Season
Welcome to the world of modern theatre, where stories come alive and emotions run high. This season’s lineup is packed with outstanding shows that promise to transport you into a world of wonder, magic, and drama. From beloved classics to new productions taking the world by storm, there’s no shortage of amazing performances waiting for…
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Recommended Theatre: YOURS UNFAITHFULLY (Jermyn Street Theatre in London)
FAITHFULLY BRINGING MILES MALLESON TO LIGHT In 2017, Mint Theater Company presented the World Premiere of Miles Malleson’s Yours Unfaithfully, directed by Mint Artistic Director Jonathan Bank. This “un-romantic comedy” was published but never produced. Mint now joins forces with the Jermyn Street Theatre in London to bring the play home for its UK Premiere, 90…
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Extras: IS SINGING A PROMISING CAREER CHOICE RIGHT NOW?
Millions of people dream about changing careers daily. Some want to switch careers to escape the rat race. While others feel underappreciated in their current roles. One recent poll showed that 96% of respondents wanted to change their jobs. Many workers feel that they missed out on dreams they harbored in their younger years. Becoming…
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Extras: HOW TO GET INTO ACTING
Acting is a creative and rewarding profession allowing individuals to express themselves through art. It can be a challenging industry to break into, but with the right mindset, skills, and guidance, anyone can get into acting. Whether you dream of being on stage or the big screen, there are steps you can take to start…
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Theater Opening: Noël Coward’s THE VORTEX (Chichester Festival Theatre)
GET CAUGHT IN THIS VORTEX Opening the Chichester Festival Theatre 2023 season is a tantalisingly decadent production of The Vortex by Noël Coward – his first big commercial hit that he also starred in himself. For tickets and more info on the season (which includes a revival of Sondheim’s Assassins), visit CFT. The central relationship is that of…
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Film Announcement: T.S. ELIOT’S FOUR QUARTETS (Directed by Sophie Fiennes; Starring Ralph Fiennes)
Kino Lorber has acquired North American distribution rights to T.S. Eliot’s Four Quartets, a film by Sophie Fiennes of Ralph Fiennes‘ acclaimed stage production. An intimate showcase for Fiennes’ mesmerizing performance of one of Eliot’s finest works, the U.S. Premiere takes place at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival on February 9, followed by a…
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Extras: DAZZLE, MINGLE AND ENJOY: 6 TIPS FOR COSPLAYERS ATTENDING A COMIC CON FOR THE FIRST TIME
Dazzle, Mingle and Enjoy: 6 Tips for Cosplayers Attending a Comic Con for the First Time Without a doubt, comic conventions (or comic con) are the biggest events pop culture aficionados can and should join. Comic cons are packed with different activities and events that will surely delight fans. You get to meet and greet…
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Extras: WHERE CAN I AUDITION FOR ACTING?
If you want to get a career in acting, one of the important steps to achieve this goal is to start going to auditions. You may ask, “Where can I find these talent shows?” One of the best and simple places to look for them is in your own city. You can try to google…
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