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Dance Review: ALONZO KING LINES BALLET (“Mother Goose” and “Tribute to Alice Coltrane” at Segerstrom Hall)
Alonzo King LINES Ballet’s Double Bill of Ravel’s Mother Goose and King’s Tribute to Alice Coltrane presented a fascinating study of how two musical worlds—one rooted in French impressionism and the other in American jazz spirituality—can be bound together through movement. King’s choreography bridged these contrasting styles, creating an immersive experience of transformation. The evening…
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AI COMPANIONS IN FILM: FROM SCI-FI FANTASY TO REAL-WORLD REALITY
“Today’s science fiction is tomorrow’s fact.” This is a popular quote that is usually credited to Isaac Asimov. Whether it is properly attributed to him or not, it is right on point. It also couldn’t be more true when it comes to the topic of AI companions. We have seen loads of movies about AI…
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Concert Review: PACIFIC JAZZ ORCHESTRA WITH EVA NOBLEZADA (The Soraya)
A NIGHT OF FIRE, SILK, AND SWING Prior to Pacific Jazz Orchestra‘s (PJO) dynamite event at The Soraya—the start of “Jazz at Naz” festival’s fourth season—I already knew its guEst vocalist Eva Noblezada to be a bone fide star. And I don’t toss that word out often. The girl who started her career as a…
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Event Review: BroadwayCon (Day One, Marriott Marquis)
TODAY, I’M A BROADWAY CON MAN My first assignment as a new staff writer here at Stage and Cinema finds me going to an event at 9:30. As I’ve been reviewing theatre and music-related programs for years, this would not have been unusual IF we were talking about a cabaret show at 9:30 in the…
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Theater Review: PERFECT ARRANGEMENT (The Bent at The Palm Springs Cultural Center)
PERFECT, INDEED: TERRIFIC—AND TIMELY The Bent Theatre, Palm Springs’ queer theatre company now in its third season, continues to prove its significance not only for the LGBTQ+ community but for the greater theatre scene as well. Their current production of Perfect Arrangement —which opened last night—exemplifies this beautifully. Topher Payne’s script is a work of genius….
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Theater Review: WICKED (National Tour)
STILL A WICKED GOOD TIME The stage musical Wicked is now Broadway’s fourth longest-running show—surpassing Cats; productions continue to sprout up globally in many languages; and last year’s film adaptation of just Act I continues to be a ginormous hit. And last night, the equally successful North American Tour—which has played over 6000 performances—settled in for a…
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WHY ARE CELEBRITIES ENDORSING HERBAL PRODUCTS THIS SEASON?
Celebrities have always influenced consumer trends, but there has been a noticeable shift toward herbal products this season. More high-profile figures promote natural alternatives, sparking curiosity among their followers about everything from skincare to wellness essentials. These endorsements make herbal products more mainstream, whether through social media collaborations, brand partnerships, or personal testimonials. But what’s…
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BEST MOVIES ABOUT MAIL ORDER BRIDES
Love doesn’t always come easy, and sometimes, it takes crossing oceans and cultures to find the perfect partner. The idea of mail order brides has long fascinated people, leading to films that explore the emotional, cultural, and sometimes comedic sides of these unconventional relationships. Whether it’s an arranged romance in the Wild West or a…
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MAIL-ORDER BRIDES THROUGH THE AGES — THE SURPRISING HISTORY
Finding your soulmate who perfectly matches your preferences might be a bumpy road. Fortunately, the modern virtual world can take the edge off the search. And we aren’t talking about online dating. We are talking about mail order brides — someone who has been around for centuries. While earlier, this concept meant handwritten letters and…
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888STARZ: EXPERIENCE BETTING EXCELLENCE WITH THE MOBILE APPLICATION
The 888starz mobile application has gained popularity among mobile betting enthusiasts in Bangladesh for its robust features and convenient accessibility. Designed to offer a seamless betting experience, this app brings the best of sportsbook and casino gaming right to your fingertips. With a focus on user-friendliness, it provides a dynamic platform for bettors seeking variety…
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8MBETS BANGLADESH 2025 REVIEW
8mBets, which launched in 2022, was specifically created to serve Bangladeshi players while meeting worldwide betting standards. The platform seamlessly integrates a diverse range of sports betting options and casino games, all complemented by intriguing bonuses. With a foundation built on innovation and dependability, 8mBets has swiftly established itself as a dependable and entertaining hub…
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Theater Review: DEBATE: BALDWIN VS. BUCKLEY (TimeLine Theatre at Cortelyou Commons at DePaul University)
NOW VS. THEN A historic confrontation between James Baldwin, the leading literary voice of the civil rights movement, and William F. Buckley Jr., America’s most influential conservative intellectual, took place on February 18, 1965 in a packed Cambridge Union in England. Broadcast live on the BBC and later re-broadcast across America, the question up for…
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Theater Review: SCHMIGADOON! (Broadway Center Stage, Eisenhower Theatre at Kennedy Center)
IT’S A SCHMIGAHIT! Adapting from his Apple TV+ series that satirized and saluted the glories of old timey musicals like Oklahoma! and Carousel, co-creator and writer Cinco Paul brings his stage version of Schmigadoon! to Kennedy Center. The fun angle here is that NY doctors Josh (Alex Brightman) and Melissa (Sara Chase) are hoping to…
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Off-Broadway Review: THE ANTIQUITIES (Playwrights Horizon)
YOU MAY NEVER LOOK AT YOUR LAPTOP THE SAME WAY AGAIN Is Artificial Intelligence, more commonly known as AI, our friend? Does this ubiquitous development make our lives easier, cleaner, more efficient? Or, like Frankenstein’s monster, will this carefully crafted design eventually turn on its creators, causing havoc and terror for human society? This is…
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Film: HOLIDAY TOUCHDOWN: A CHIEFS LOVE STORY — A FOOTBALL ROMANCE LIKE NO OTHER
Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story, which premiered on Hallmark on November 30, blends the warmth of the holiday season with the passionate sports culture of Kansas City. The film celebrates both romance and the deep-rooted connection the city has with the Kansas City Chiefs, offering a unique narrative for Chiefs fans and holiday movie…
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Theater Review: JANE AUSTEN IN 89 MINUTES (Theatre 40 at Greystone Mansion)
WHAT FUN GETTING LOST IN AUSTEN Fresh from its smash hit engagement at Theatre 40, Jane Austen in 89 Minutes has moved into the artistically appropriate Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills for a limited 10-performance run. Performed by a cast of seven madcap ladies and gents who bring all six of Jane Austen’s beloved novels…
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Theater Review: THE WOLVES (Morgan-Wixson Theatre)
JOIN THE PACK In one of The Wolves’ final moments, one character’s mom explains that she has a swear jar at home that her daughter must put a quarter in every time she says “like.” If that jar was onstage for the duration of the play, with its characters bound to the same contract of…
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Theater Preview and Opening: OTHER DESERT CITIES (Cygnet Theatre)
NEIL SIMON IN PALM SPRINGS WITH AN AGENDA Jon Robin Baitz’ Broadway drama Other Desert Cities —which opens this week at Cygnet Theatre—depicts a crisis of apparent betrayal and imminent exposure that besets the Wyeth clan, a wealthy Jewish family sheltered in the oasis of Palm Springs. Viewed one way, Baitz’s Pulitzer Prize finalist is…
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Highly Recommended Dance: WINTER SERIES 2025 (Hubbard Street Dance Chicago at the Harris)
HUBBARD STREET’S WINTER SERIES PRIMED TO UNLEASH DANCE FIRE “It’s not magic, but it should seem like it is.” That advice came from a veteran jazz musician in the 1930s as he counseled a young aspiring player. In many ways, that nugget of truth applies to the world as dance as well. Closing in on…
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Theater Review: APPROPRIATE (Old Globe, San Diego)
Isn’t it amazing the way the future succeeds in creating an appropriate past? — John Leonard, American critic Appropriate won Branden Jacobs-Jenkins the 2024 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play on Broadway. The Tony committee chose well. The American dramatist has composed a scorcher, a ferocious dysfunctional family saga that will stagger…
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