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WHY MOVIE-THEMED POKIES ARE A FAN FAVOURITE IN 2025
As 2025 progresses, one stylish propensity that has skyrocketed in popularity is the rise of movie-themed pokies. These innovative slot games bridge the gap between two beloved leisure activities — cinema and gambling. In Australia, where online pokies have conquered their position as a cultural phenomenon, the introduction of movie-inspired themes has created a new…
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THE MOST EXPENSIVE CONTRACTS IN BASKETBALL HISTORY
NBA contracts continue to establish new heights that seem impossible to imagine. A hundred million dollars used to appear unattainable for basketball contracts. Today, a hundred million dollars is as small as a pocket item. Which athlete signed the initial agreement, surpassing two hundred million dollars? Which historical transactions placed certain stars in the NBA?…
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ROLLING THE DICE IN MUSIC: HOW GAMBLING INSPIRED ICONIC SONGS
Gambling and music have always shared a deep-rooted connection. The anticipation of a winning hand, the crushing blow of a loss, and the thrill of risk-taking have found their way into the lyrics of legendary songs. From old-school blues to modern rap anthems, musicians have used gambling as a powerful metaphor for life, success, and…
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Theater Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR (Coachella Valley Repertory in Cathedral City)
If you need proof that Andrew Lloyd Webber was more consistent in creating great musicals before helping turn Broadway into the spectacle-driven British juggernaut of the 1980s, look no further than Jesus Christ Superstar, now playing at CV Rep through March 23. Few musicals have the staying power of this groundbreaking rock opera penned by…
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Theater Interview: MICHAEL MATTHEWS (Currently Directing ‘Cabaret’ for 5-Star Theatricals)
COME TO MICHAEL MATTHEW’S CABARET With the amount of political turmoil and rising antisemitism in the world right now, it seems the perfect time to present an updated staging of the popular musical Cabaret set in Berlin at the start of the Nazi reign of terror. With book by Joe Masteroff, music by John Kander,…
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Highly Recommended Dance: 15th ANNUAL WINNING WORKS CHOREOGRAPHIC COMPETITION (The Grainger Academy of The Joffrey Ballet)
The Grainger Academy of The Joffrey Ballet’s 15th annual Winning Works Choreographic Competition is set to showcase five world premieres that are guaranteed to stir things up. This annual event, which highlights ALAANA (African, Latinx, Asian, Arab, and Native American) choreographers, gives a fresh platform to voices that are shaping the future of ballet. With…
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Cabaret Review: THE KLEINBORT COLLECTION: THE SONGS OF BARRY KLEINBORT (Jamie deRoy & Friends at Birdland)
THINGS ARE O.K. WITH MR. K For decades, three words—“by Barry Kleinbort”—have often appeared in cabaret and theatre credits, typically preceded by “directed” or “written.” At Birdland, The Kleinbort Collection—a gratifying gathering of his material from past projects—put the bespectacled, merry, mustached man himself on stage to introduce guest singers and share the origins of…
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Theater Review: FROU-FROU: A MENAGERIE OF SORTS (Boston Court in Pasadena)
A MENAGERIE GONE MAD–IN THE BEST WAY Boston Court has never been a company to play it safe, and John Anthony Loffredo‘s world premiere of Frou-Frou: A Menagerie of Sorts is no exception. Inspired by The Glass Menagerie, it starts with Tennessee Williams’ delicate world of longing and repression—then gleefully smashes it to bits, rebuilding…
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Theater Review: BAT BOY: THE MUSICAL (Open Fist)
OPEN FIST’S BAT BOY SINKS ITS TEETH IN — AND DOESN’T LET GO Bat Boy: The Musical has returned to Los Angeles with a vengeance. This outrageous comedy/horror Off-Broadway musical, which originated right here in L.A. at The Actors Gang in 1997, is a campy, off the wall delight. And in the claws, er, hands of…
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Cabaret Review: LET’S NOT TALK ABOUT… (Kate Baldwin at 54 Below)
A DATE WITH KATE She looks and sounds radiant, and the audience knows it. Tonight, March 6, she was greeted with some of the most enthusiastic and sustained cheers I’ve heard in a long time. Accompanied by pianist/arranger Georgia Stitt, musical theatre actress and concert artist Kate Baldwin takes the stage at 54 Below for three nights…
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Theater Interview: KEVIN CSOLAK (Currently Starring as ‘Tulsa’ in Gypsy with Audra McDonald)
KEVIN CSOLAK HAS HIS HOPES HIGH, NOT TO MENTION THE TIME AND THE PLACE AND HE’S GOT RHYTHM Kevin Csolak (pronounced SO-lack) is currently playing Tulsa in Gypsy with Audra McDonald. One of the highlights of the production is his song-and-dance number, the iconic “All I Need Is the Girl.” The night I attended, applause…
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Highly Recommended Theater: REGENCY GIRLS (Pre-Broadway World Premiere at The Old Globe)
YOU GO, GIRLS! San Diego’s theater scene is about to get a jolt of excitement as The Old Globe prepares the pre-Broadway world premiere of Regency Girls, a bold and hilarious new musical comedy opening on April 2, 2025. Featuring an all-star creative team and a powerhouse cast, this electrifying production promises to be one…
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HERE’S HOW TO LOOK FOR RELIABLE BRANDS TO BUY KRATOM ONLINE
Check for transparent lab testing and certificates of analysis One of the most important steps in choosing a reliable brand to Shop Organic Kratom USA Online is to check for transparent lab testing and certificates of analysis (COA). Reputable brands will provide clear documentation showing that their products have been independently tested for quality and…
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WHERE TO FIND RELIABLE, HIGH-QUALITY RESEARCH PAPERS ONLINE
Finding solid research papers online should be easier than it is. Professors expect students to use credible sources, but the internet is filled with outdated studies, paywalls, and sketchy sites that don’t seem trustworthy. It’s frustrating. Instead of learning, students end up wasting hours searching for something reliable—only to get stuck behind yet another “pay…
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Off-Broadway Review: SUMO (The Public Theater)
FOR ALL IT’S GIRTH Sumo is a Japanese sport in which two bulky Japanese wrestlers clutch and grab at each other within a circular ring. The goal is to either eject the opponent from the ring or knock him on his back. The typical match runs a few seconds and rarely as long as a…
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Highly Recommended Concert: THE 3Bs: BEETHOVEN, BEETHOVEN, BEETHOVEN! (Modus Operandi at Merkin)
CELEBRATING THREE BEETHOVEN MASTERPIECES In case you haven’t heard of them yet, Modus Operandi Orchestra (MOO) is comprised of some of the finest players in the New York City area. Led by internationally acclaimed conductor Justin Bischof, this truly is an awesome ensemble. At Merkin Hall on Wed March 12 at 6:30 (the perfect time…
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THE BOX OFFICE VS. STREAMING WAR — WILL THEATERS SURVIVE?
The movie industry has changed drastically in recent years. Streaming services have reshaped how people consume entertainment, as they now offer on-demand content at home. Meanwhile, theaters continue to fight for relevance and rely on big-budget releases and exclusive cinematic experiences to draw audiences. The ongoing battle between streaming and traditional showings raises a major…
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Book Review: THE FAMILY BUSINESS (Wren T. Brown)
MAKE WREN T. BROWN’S FAMILY YOUR BUSINESS Wren T. Brown’s The Family Business is as much a celebration as it is a reckoning. Subtitled Four Generations of One Black Family’s Artistic Odyssey, it’s a beautifully rendered tribute to the Young and Brown families, who have left an indelible mark on American arts, but it also…
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Theater Review: THE DARK HEART OF DOOLEY STEVENS (Backyard Renaissance Theatre Company in San Diego)
THIS WILD RIDE SHOULD BE DOOLEY NOTED Francis Gercke—both the playwright and Backyard Renaissance Theatre Company‘s artistic director—welcomed the audience prior to the matinee. During his greeting, he remarked, “If at various points in the play you find yourself thinking, ‘I’m not sure I’m entirely following this,’ don’t worry. You’re exactly where you’re supposed to…
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Theater Review: THE PROM (Foothill Music Theatre)
WHO ARE YOU ASKING TO THE PROM? It may not be high school or college prom season just yet, but in the San Francisco Bay Area, at least three theatre companies have decided it’s time to dust off their corsages and take The Prom for a spin. And given the recent American political events that…
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