The Life 2017 - Articles Page 7

Run Time:
2 hours and 50 minutes
Opened: April 12, 2017
Closing: April 29, 2017

The Life - 2017 - West End History , Info & More

Southwark Playhouse
77-85 Newington Causeway, London SE1 6BD, United Kingdom London

You’re not in Kansas anymore...

A thrilling expose of the darker side of 1980's New York, The Life is a defiant and heartfelt musical lament for the old Times Square. A world of pimps and prostitutes, innocents and opportunists, it's a gutsy and gritty joyride filled with both pathos and fun.

Queen and Fleetwood are just trying to get by. New York has hit a moral rock bottom, and opportunity is becoming a scarcity. Queen is now selling herself to anyone with cash in Times Square, while Fleetwood is spending that cash on his nightly fix. Such is a regular story for those in The Life – just ask Sonja, whose market value as a hooker is depleting. It seems that nothing ever improves for those in The Life, but when a mysteriously innocent farm girl named Mary shows up, and Memphis and Joio, the biggest players in town, offer to help Queen out, will things start looking up?

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Omarion Announces Tour In Collaboration With The Black Promoters Collective
by Michael Major - Feb 22, 2024


Don't miss out on the latest R&B vibes as Platinum-Selling Artist Omarion collaborates with the Black Promoters Collective for the 'Omarion: Vbz on Vbz Tour' featuring Vedo and Tone Stith. Get all the details here!

Adam Strauss Returns to The Marsh With SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH ADAM STRAUSS
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2024


 Comedian and solo performer Adam Strauss will return to The Marsh San Francisco with his newest show Something Is Wrong with Adam Strauss, a sequel to his hit solo show The Mushroom Cure. 

Robert Klein and Julie Gold Among The 14 Honorees At The 39th Annual BISTRO AWARDS GALA
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2024


Celebrate the musical and comedy artistry of Robert Klein, Julie Gold, and more at the 39th Annual Bistro Awards Gala on April 1 at Gotham Comedy Club. Hosted by Steve Hayes, the event honors exceptional artists with performances and special awards.

Cast and Creative Team Announced  FOR THREE SCENES IN THE LIFE OF A TROTSKYIST At The Tank
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2024


The Tank has announced the cast and creative team for the  World Premiere of Three Scenes in the Life of a Trotskyist, written by Andy Boyd (Occupy Prescott) and directed by Jake Beckhard (What Else is True?), one of the Spring 2024 Core Productions for their  20th Anniversary season.

Clarinetist Charles Neidich to Return to the WA Concert Series at Tenri Cultural Institute
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2024


Renowned clarinetist Charles Neidich will return to the WA Concert Series at Tenri Cultural Institute on March 1, 2024. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Brave New World Rep To Present the World Premiere Award-Winning Play, LENI'S LAST LAMENT
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2024


Explore the controversial legacy of Leni Riefenstahl in the one-woman play that won top awards at United Solo Fest. Presented at Brooklyn’s Brave New World Rep from March 15-30.

Getting To Know AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Power Couple Amy Herzog and Sam Gold
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2024


This season, Broadway welcomes a star-studded revival of Henrik Ibsen's An Enemy of the People starring Emmy Award-winners Jeremy Strong and Michael Imperioli, and Victoria Pedretti. Behind the production is powerhouse pair, Tony Award-winning director Sam Gold and acclaimed, award-winning playwright Amy Herzog, a real-life married couple who are making their debut as collaborators on the production. Meet Broadway's newest power couple here!

New York Composer Debra Kaye To Release New Album: TIME IS THE SEA WE SWIM IN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2024


Following up on her recent Navona Records release, IKARUS AMONG THE STARS, New York-based composer Debra Kaye is set to release her new album Time is The Sea We Swim In.

The Joffrey Ballet Welcomes New Member To Its Board Of Directors And Appoints Two New Life Directors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2024


Joffrey Ballet has appointed new members to leadership positions. Learn more about the company.

Review: THE BAND'S VISIT at Writers Theatre
by Zac Thriffiley - Feb 18, 2024


Director Zi Alikhan has gifted Chicago audiences with a production of THE BAND'S VISIT whose talent and creative execution equal---and may even exceed---those of the Broadway and touring productions. It runs through March 17 at Writers Theatre in Glencoe.

Theatre Passe Muraille Presents NO ONE'S SPECIAL AT THE HOT DOG CART From Award-Winning Author Charlie Petch
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 16, 2024


In March, Theatre Passe Muraille and Erroneous Theatre are thrilled to present the World Premiere of their co-production NO ONE'S SPECIAL AT THE HOT DOG CART, on stage March 14th – 23rd in the Passe Muraille Mainspace.

Interview: Meet some of the organizers behind this year's GMHC CABARET AND HOWARD ASHMAN AWARD
by Rebecca Kaplan - Feb 19, 2024


For years, the GMHC has been supporting people living with and affected by HIV and AIDS with services including free testing, meals and nutrition, and legal support. Their annual cabaret fundraiser has become a tradition, and this year they’re back with guest honoree Alan Menken and a star-studded lineup.

Frontier Ruckus Release New Album 'On The Northline'
by Michael Major - Feb 16, 2024


Frontier Ruckus have released their new album On the Northline. Their first full length release since 2017's Enter The Kingdom, the new record exemplifies the group's intricate orchestral folk pop sound which has endeared them to fans nationwide, backdropping guitarist/singer/lyricist Matthew Milia's poetic observations on the mundane and the holy.

Dame Rosemary Squire And Sir Howard Panter Receive Freedom Of The City Of London
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2024


The City of London Corporation has announced that theatre entrepreneurs Dame Rosemary Squire and Sir Howard Panter have received the Freedom of the City of London, in recognition of their contribution to theatre and the cultural life of London.

Front Porch Theatricals Reveals Cast for 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2024


Front Porch Theatricals has announced casting for their 2024 season. Learn more about the lineup here!

Surging's THE DROWSY CHAPERONE Kicks Off 2024 at Edge
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2024


The full cast and creative team has been announced for Surging Films & Theatrics 2024 production of The Drowsy Chaperone (Book by Bob Martin and Don McKellar with Music and Lyrics by Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison) at The Edge Theater in Chicago March 15th - 30th. Only 10 performances!

ZviDance to Present The World Premiere Of Zvi Gotheiner's THE FIELD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 15, 2024


ZviDance will present THE FIELD, an original dance piece from acclaimed choreographer and artistic director, Zvi Gotheiner.

AGATHE Comes to The Playground Theatre in April
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2024


Sohaya Visions and Mukul and Ghetto Tigers will present Agathe, the true story of the woman who became Rwanda's head of state for less than a day at The Playground Theatre.

Mississippi Museum Of Art Announces Debut Of WHAT BECAME OF DR. SMITH Featuring New Work By Noah Saterstrom
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024


Mississippi Museum of Art announces the debut of 'What Became of Dr. Smith' featuring new work by Noah Saterstrom.

Ballet Hispánico to Present Diálogos: Black Leadership �" Post-Pandemic Reconstruction
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2024


Ballet Hispánico will present Diálogos: Black Leadership - Post-Pandemic Reconstruction, in honor of Black History Month, on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 6:00pm at Ballet Hispánico's Penthouse Studio.

Ballet Hispánico School of Dance Announces School of Dance Adult Programs NOW through March 23, 2024 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2024


Ballet Hispánico School of Dance is offering spring adult classes, available now! Learn more bout the classes and see how to register.

Joffrey Academy's Winning Works Returns to the MCA
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2024


The Joffrey Academy of Dance, Official School of The Joffrey Ballet, will present four world premieres for the 14th annual Winning Works Choreographic Competition. Learn more about the programming here!

Charlotte Wakefield, Jamie Muscato & More to Star in SPRING AWAKENING 15th Anniversary Reunion Concert in the UK
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2024


Initial cast members have been revealed for the 15th Anniversary concert of the original West End production of Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik’s Tony, Olivier and Grammy award-winning musical SPRING AWAKENING.

Mon Laferte Announces 'AUTOPOIETICA TOUR 2024' Hitting The Forum, Theatre At MSG And More
by Michael Major - Feb 12, 2024


Produced by Live Nation, the 16-city tour kicks off on May 2 at the Rosemont Theatre in Chicago, making stops in Austin, San Francisco, and more before wrapping up in Seattle at the Paramount Theatre on May 31. One of the tour's highlights will definitely be her performance in Los Angeles at the Kia Forum on May 25.

Cast Set For POWER OF SAIL at the Menier Chocolate Factory
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2024


The Menier Chocolate Factory has announced casting the European première of Paul Grellong’s Power of Sail. Performances run 20 March – 12 May.

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