Keith Lockhart Discusses the Boston Pops 2013 Season
by Joseph F. Panarello
- May 6, 2013
Everyone has heard of the recent tragic events in Boston. Hearts around the world were touched by what happened at this year's Boston Marathon. As a result there's been an incredible outpouring of help and kindness to those who were directly affected by the two explosions on April 22, 2013. Monetary donations are pouring in and the likes of Neil Diamond have lent their support in various ways.
Megan Hilty, Matthew Morrison & More to Be Featured in Boston Pops' Spring 2013 Season
by Nicole Rosky
- Apr 4, 2013
The 2013 Boston Pops season, May 8-June 15, under the direction of Keith Lockhart, will present a season-long tribute to the world of movie music, along with programs featuring a wide variety of American musical styles, including jazz, bluegrass, country, gospel, pop, classic standards from the 50s and 60s, and show-stopping songs of Broadway and the American Songbook. For the programs focusing on the season theme, 'Best of Hollywood Film Music,' audiences will hear their favorite music from classic movies and today's popular soundtracks performed live by the Boston Pops, while the accompanying movie clips are projected onto a giant screen suspended above the orchestra. Tickets to the 2013 Boston Pops season go on sale to the public on Wednesday, December 5, at 888-266-1200 or www.bostonpops.org.
STAGE TUBE: On This Day 2/19- CRAZY FOR YOU
by Nicole Rosky
- Feb 19, 2013
Today in 1992, Crazy for You opened at the Shubert Theatre, where it ran for 1622 performances. Crazy for You is a musical with a book by Ken Ludwig, lyrics by Ira Gershwin, and music by George Gershwin. Billed as 'The New Gershwin Musical Comedy', it is largely based on the songwriting team's 1930 musical, Girl Crazy, but interpolates songs from several other productions as well. Crazy for You won the 1992 Tony Award for Best Musical. The Broadway production was directed by Mike Ockrent and choreographed by Susan Stroman.The cast included Jodi Benson as Polly, Harry Groener as Bobby Child, Bruce Adler as Bela Zangler, John Hillner as Lank Hawkins, Michele Pawk as Irene Roth, Jane Connell as Mother, and Beth Leavel as Tess.
FLIPSIDE: THE PATTI PAGE STORY Makes NY Premiere at 59E59 Theaters, Now thru 12/30
by BWW News Desk
- Dec 18, 2012
59E59 Theaters welcomes Front Page Productions with FLIPSIDE: THE Patti Page STORY, written and directed by Greg White, and featuring 28 of Patti Page's hit songs. FLIPSIDE: THE Patti Page STORY begins performances tonight, December 18 for a limited engagement through Sunday, December 30. Press Opening is Friday, December 21 at 8 PM.
FLIPSIDE: THE PATTI PAGE STORY Makes NY Premiere at 59E59 Theaters, 12/18-30
by BWW News Desk
- Nov 14, 2012
59E59 Theaters welcomes Front Page Productions with FLIPSIDE: THE PATTI PAGE STORY, written and directed by Greg White, and featuring 28 of Patti Page's hit songs. FLIPSIDE: THE PATTI PAGE STORY begins performances on Tuesday, December 18 for a limited engagement through Sunday, December 30. Press Opening is Friday, December 21 at 8 PM.
Atlanta Symphony Announces 2012 Holiday Concerts
by Kelsey Denette
- Nov 13, 2012
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra brings live music into the lives of its community, and the coming holiday season will be no different. From Pops to Gospel and Celtic Woman, to the family-favorite Kid's Christmas and traditional Messiah and "Christmas with the ASO," there is a live holiday music experience for everyone. Seven holiday programs will make up this year's 2012 Coca-Cola Holiday Concerts series, December 6-31, 2012.
STAGE TUBE: Remembering Marvin Hamlisch
by BWW Special Coverage
- Aug 7, 2012
Hamlisch, one of only eleven EGOT winners in the history of the entertainment industry, was awarded three Oscars, four Grammys, four Emmys, a Tony and three Golden Globe awards for his work. On Broadway, he wrote the music for A Chorus Line - which received the Pulitzer Prize - as well as They're Playing Our Song, The Goodbye Girl and Sweet Smell of Success.
Anticipation Builds for 2012 Staging of Show Hope's CINDERELLA, ENCHANTED EDITION
by Jeffrey Ellis
- Apr 3, 2012
Anticipation is building for Show Hope's third annual presentation of Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic musical Cinderella, Enchanted Edition, which takes to the Schermerhorn Symphony stage on Thursday, April 12, with Jessica Grove taking over the role of Cinderella previously played by Ally Mausey and Ryan Silverman as her Prince (the role played the first two years by Anthony Fedorov).
STAGE TUBE: On This Day 2/19- CRAZY FOR YOU
by Nicole Rosky
- Feb 19, 2012
Today in 1992, Crazy for You opened at the Shubert Theatre, where it ran for 1622 performances. Crazy for You is a musical with a book by Ken Ludwig, lyrics by Ira Gershwin, and music by George Gershwin. Billed as 'The New Gershwin Musical Comedy', it is largely based on the songwriting team's 1930 musical, Girl Crazy, but interpolates songs from several other productions as well. Crazy for You won the 1992 Tony Award for Best Musical. The Broadway production was directed by Mike Ockrent and choreographed by Susan Stroman.The cast included Jodi Benson as Polly, Harry Groener as Bobby Child, Bruce Adler as Bela Zangler, John Hillner as Lank Hawkins, Michele Pawk as Irene Roth, Jane Connell as Mother, and Beth Leavel as Tess.
Philly Pops to Open Season with Rhapsody in Blue, 2/8
by BWW
News Desk
- Feb 8, 2012
The season begins on February 8th with A Night at the Oscars celebrating the award winning music from the movies. Peter and The POPS play the epic scores from Academy Award-winning and nominated movies. While the programs are always announced from the stage, Peter has promises to include a performance of his renowned interpretation of "Rhapsody in Blue."
Philly Pops to Open Season with Rhapsody in Blue, 2/8
by Max Schwager
- Jan 25, 2012
The season begins on February 8th with A Night at the Oscars celebrating the award winning music from the movies. Peter and The POPS play the epic scores from Academy Award-winning and nominated movies. While the programs are always announced from the stage, Peter has promises to include a performance of his renowned interpretation of "Rhapsody in Blue."
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