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Extras / Theater: STAGE LIGHTING: AN ELECTRICIAN’S PERSPECTIVE
The moment when the house lights dim, the stage blooms into a festival of colors and textures, and an electrifying energy pulses through the audience. Stage lighting can truly turn a performance into an experience. But do you know who’s behind this magic? Enter the electrician, a champion of connectivity and electricity, who illuminates the…
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Theater Review: FUNNY GIRL (National Tour)
KATERINA MCCRIMMON IS A BRIGHT NEW FUNNY GIRL BUT THE TOUR IS LIKE BUS-AND-TRUCK Funny Girl is a captivating musical that tells the story of Fanny Brice, a renowned comedienne and entertainer during the early 1900s. This production delves into her journey to fame, her tumultuous relationship with gambler Nick Arnstein, and her remarkable resilience…
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Theater Review: BURN THIS (Hub Theatre Company of Boston)
FLAMES CAN BURN IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE Last weekend, Hub Theatre Company of Boston began its own smoldering revival of Lanford Wilson‘s Burn This, a show filled with intertwined emotion, unanswered questions, and refusals to see and accept answers. In the aftermath of a tragic accident that has killed Robbie, a gay young dancer/choreographer…
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Theater Review: THE EVOLUTION OF CALPURNIA TATE (Lamb’s Players Theatre in Coronado)
THE LOVE CHILD OF LAURA INGALLS AND ANNE OF GREEN GABLES In this novel-turned-musical, it’s 1899 and the world, even in rural Texas, is changing. Just not nearly fast enough for Calpurnia Tate (Aubriella Navarro), who is “age 11-3/4, practically 12!”, as she mentions (and sings) quite often. The Cast Calpurnia isn’t quite a tom-boy,…
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Highly Recommended Cabaret Theater: TIERGARTEN (Death of Classical at the Great Hall under St. Mary’s Church)
WEIMAR, YOU ASK? HERE’S THE ANSWER Cabaret the musical, opening on Broadway in a transformed theater, may sound exciting, but here’s a highly recommended event for those who crave complete immersion in a 1920s Berlin Speakeasy with period-themed food and drinks, vintage dress, and more. In partnership with Carnegie Hall as part of their Weimar…
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Theater Review: THE WITNESS ROOM (The Whitefire Theatre in Sherman Oaks)
WITNESSES FOR THE PROSECUTION Taking place within the confines of a witness room in Manhattan Criminal Court, four obdurate NYPD officers who have “done all this before and know what to say” are coached by the Prosecuting Attorney, who is fact-checking their testimony prior to a drug suppression hearing. She has instructions on what they…
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Theater Review: THE DROWSY CHAPERONE (Lyric Stage)
FOUR WEDDINGS AND A MUSICAL Adore Broadway musicals? Hate Broadway musicals? Either way, you will love Lyric Stage’s flip and frothy production of The Drowsy Chaperone. Director and choreographer Larry Sousa maximizes the intimate yet perfectly appointed Lyric stage to present what feels like a full-scale Broadway musical with singing, dancing, skating, and tap-dancing from…
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Off-Broadway Review: FISH (Keen Company and Working Theater at Theatre Row)
A FISH OUT OF WATER The use of drama as a didactic tool usually works when we are learning new things or seeing old things through a different lens. Kia Corthron‘s Fish at Theater Row starts right away with two known facts we should never forget: in America, rich areas end up with well-funded public schools…
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Theater Review: DAMN YANKEES (Desert Theatricals)
DAMN, IT’S GREAT Desert Theatricals hits another home run this weekend with their contagiously joyful production of Damn Yankees at Rancho Mirage Amphitheater running through Sunday, April 7th. I must confess, I never fully embraced the Damn Yankees phenomenon. Up until last night, I had not seen a full stage production. I had only seen…
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Theater Review: RIDE (American Premiere at the Old Globe)
RIDE ON! Annie Cohen Kopchovsky was a late 19th-century young English working-class woman who wanted to upgrade her life. So she tried to earn money and recognition as well as elevating her status as a woman. To that end, in 1894 and 1895, she gained fame as the first woman to ride a bicycle solo…
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Extras: UNLOCK YOUR BUSINESS POTENTIAL: CONSULTING SERVICES IN DUBAI
In the bustling economic landscape of Dubai, businesses are constantly in search of strategies to outshine competitors and maximize their market potential. The city, known for its entrepreneurial spirit and innovative environment, offers fertile ground for organizations aiming to expand and refine their operations. Leveraging business consulting services in Dubai can be the catalyst for…
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Extras: PROACTIVE FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES
The landscape of financial management and accounting services has evolved dramatically over the years, moving from a reactive stance to a more proactive approach. Today, companies seek not just to understand their financial standing but to anticipate future trends, manage risks effectively, and make strategic decisions that align with their long-term objectives. This article review…
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Music Review: ELGAR AND VAUGHAN WILLIAMS (LA Phil; Simone Young, conductor; Gautier Capuçon, cellist)
STUDY WAR NO MORE Last night’s program at Disney Hall began with a subdued but clear strike on the chime. It came in without warning. The atmosphere is austere and solemn, and under the clear and watchful eyes of Maestro Simone Young, the LA Phil slowly unfolds the lush colors of Arvo Pårt‘s Cantus in…
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Cabaret Review: KEN PAGE (“Right Here, Right Now” at Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood)
PAGE BY PAGE Anyone who gets a standing ovation merely by entering the room has undoubtedly accomplished something great. Ken Page’s illustrious career and sterling character earned him such a welcome from a room full of friends, colleagues, and admirers at the top of his cabaret show Right Here, Right Now, presented at the Catalina…
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Highly Recommended Album: HERE WE ARE (Original Cast Recording from Concord Theatricals)
HERE IT IS The Original Cast Recording of Here We Are, the new musical from David Ives and Stephen Sondheim, will be released on CD and digital platforms worldwide on Friday, May 17, 2024. The album will be available on 2-LP, 180g baby blue vinyl on Friday, September 6 on Concord Theatricals Recordings. And I couldn’t be happier because, if for…
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Extras: TIPS FOR BUYING BITCOINS WITH CASH IN TURKEY
Buying Bitcoins with cash in Turkey has never been easier than now thanks to exchanges like Nakitcoins, Coinsfera, and Bitget. Over 2.4 million Turkish residents invest in or trade cryptocurrencies including BTC. The large number of cryptocurrency enthusiasts means that you can buy Bitcoin in Turkey in only a few days. Many investors buy digital…
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Theater Review: ALADDIN (Broadway San Diego at the Civic Theatre)
I DREAM OF GENIE Ready to spend a little time in the ancient Arabian town of Agrabah? It’s the classic story with Aladdin (Adi Roy), Jasmine (Senzel Ahmady), and of course the genie (Marcus M. Martin). Disney’s 1992 hit animated musical movie became an instant classic, in part because of Robin Williams’ unforgettable voicing of…
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Dance Review: NEXT@90 CURTAIN CALL (SF Ballet)
San Francisco Ballet kicked off their 2024 season, the first curated by Artistic Director Tamara Rojo, with Next@90 Curtain Call, a look back at performances from last year’s Next@90 Festival. Jennifer Stahl and Luke Ingham in Gateway to the Sun We open on a slice of windswept desert. A lone poet (Isaac Hernández) is standing…
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Cabaret Review: APRIL FOOLS (Birdland Jazz Club)
FEAST OF FOOLS Nobody knows when April Fools’ Day started, but sure as shooting, on April 1st, someone is going to tell you your zipper is open or they just heard your number called on television and you won the lottery. Some say April Fools’ Day goes back to a Roman festival called Hilaria, celebrated…
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Music Review: MICHAEL TILSON THOMAS LEADS TCHAIKOVSKY (LA Phil)
The third and final performance of this program by the LA Phil with guest conductor Michael Tilson Thomas took place March 30 at Disney Hall. The orchestra was in standard setup as MTT entered the stage to very warm applause. He cheerily addressed his audience and his musicians as he set to work. First on…
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