The Cover of Life 1994

Opened: October 11, 1994
Closing: November 20, 1994

The Cover of Life - 1994 - Off-Broadway History , Info & More

American Place Theatre
266 West 37th Street, Floor 22 New York, NY 10018

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Review: ANTHONY RAPP'S WITHOUT YOU Looks at the Joy and Sadness in RENT Star's Life
by R. Scott Reedy - Apr 6, 2024


What did our critic think of ANTHONY RAPP'S WITHOUT YOU at Calderwood Pavilion At Boston Center For The Arts?

Interview: Theatre Life with Peter Anastos
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 2, 2024


Today’s subject Peter Anastos has been living his theatre life as one of the co-Founders of Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo. The all- male dance troupe has been parodying the classics of ballet for 50 years now. You can see the company in action for three performances only from April fourth through sixth in the Opera House at Kennedy Center.

The EMC List Sings Kesha Comes to 54 Below in May
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2024


54 Below will present The EMC List Sings Kesha on May 2nd, 2024 at 9:30pm. This incredible night out highlights Kesha's duality as an irreverent party girl and heart-bearing storyteller.

Amy Brenneman Featured in SCR's World Premiere of GALILEE, 34
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2024


South Coast Repertory has announced the cast and creative team for the world premiere of Galilee, 34 by Eleanor Burgess. Directed by Davis McCallum, the story exploring the disciples in the aftermath of the Crucifixion, runs April 21-May 12, 2024 on the Julianne Argyros Stage.

Review: CALIFORNIA CONNECTIONS, Royal Opera House
by Matthew Paluch - Mar 22, 2024


Original programming continues at the Royal Opera House, Linbury Theatre with the ever original Yorke Dance Project

Mick Harvey Shares New Track 'Setting You Free' From New Album 'Five Ways To Say Goodbye'
by Michael Major - Mar 13, 2024


Discover Mick Harvey's latest track, 'Setting You Free' from his upcoming album FIVE WAYS TO SAY GOODBYE. Dive into the unique sound of this new music offering. The new track follows the original composition “When We Were Beautiful & Young” and “A Suitcase in Berlin,” a translation and reworking of Marlene Dietrich's 1950s ode to Berlin.

Laurence Fishburne's LIKE THEY DO IN THE MOVIES Begins Performances This Weekend at PAC NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 8, 2024


The World Premiere of Like They Do in the Movies, written and performed by Laurence Fishburne, directed by Leonard Foglia, will begi performances at The Perelman Performing Arts Center on Sunday, March 10.

Island/UMe Celebrates Bob Marley Biopic With Limited Edition 'Exodus' LP
by Michael Major - Feb 14, 2024


In conjunction with the upcoming biopic Bob Marley: One Love, which is based on the life of the icon, Island/UMe will be releasing a new limited edition of Bob Marley 's timeless album, Exodus. Including an exclusive 10” LP of rare bonus tracks and an essay by Jamaican historian Herbie Miller, this new package will be encased in a gatefold design.

Broadway Shows Based on the Top 1000 Highest-Grossing Films
by Michael Major - Jan 21, 2024


Of all the films on IMDB's list of the 1000 highest-grossing movies of all time, 31 have been adapted into Broadway musicals. Check out a guide to each those musicals below, along with musicals that are in development or ones that have not yet made their way to Broadway.

The Flenser & Friends Announce 'Your Voice Is Not Enough' Tribute to Low
by Michael Major - Dec 19, 2023


The Flenser & Friends will release a tribute to Low called 'Your Voice Is Not Enough.' Listen to Allison Lorenzen's cover of 'Words' now. The tribute features eight cover songs by Flenser artists, including Cremation Lily, Holy Water, Midwife and Amulets, Drowse featuring Lula Asplund, Kathryn Mohr, Planning for Burial, and Have A Nice Life.

Carbonell Awards Add Four New Judges
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2023


The Carbonell Awards adds four new judges to its panel, bringing the total number to 42. These judges will evaluate productions at professional theaters across South Florida.

Review: 50 KEY STAGE MUSICALS --THE CONCERTS Takes A Final Bow At 54 Below
by Rob Lester - Nov 27, 2023


Let's take note of some very notable Broadway musicals remembered by some notable Broadway performers in a notable concert series. It was a feast of fond memories to be remembered.

Brandy Releases Soulful New Holiday Album 'Christmas With Brandy'
by Michael Major - Nov 10, 2023


Brandy releases 'Christmas with Brandy.' The 11-track project boasts soulful interpretations of seasonal classics like “Deck the Halls” and “Jingle Bells” as well as a selection of holiday originals including the steamy new single “Christmas Party for Two” and “Christmas Gift,” which finds Brandy sharing the mic with her daughter Sy'Rai.

Brandy Releases Romantic New Single 'Christmas Party for Two'
by Michael Major - Nov 3, 2023


Brandy releases a romantic new single 'Christmas Party for Two' and announces upcoming performances. Soulful and sultry, the romantic yuletide anthem is just the thing to add a little extra spark to the festive season, ensuring some not-so-silent nights. It's the lead single from Brandy's highly anticipated holiday album Christmas with Brandy.

Two World Premiere Musicals & More Set for La Jolla Playhouse 2024/2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 31, 2023


La Jolla Playhouse has unveiled its 2024/2025 season, featuring two world-premiere musicals. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Perelman Performing Arts Center to Present IS IT THURSDAY YET? & More Dance Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2023


The Perelman Performing Arts Center will present Is It Thursday Yet?, The March, and Motion/Matter: Street Dance Festival at the new performing arts center at the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan. 

Broadway Baby Susannah B Appears on 'It's Showtime with Rikki Lee'
by Michael Major - Oct 24, 2023


Singer/songwriter Susannah B has music in her blood. She is the daughter of the late Broadway composer and lyricist Carol Hall, whose credits include the 1978 classic The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and its 1994 Broadway sequel The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public.  Listen to her on a podcast episode now!

Brandy Announces New Holiday Album 'Christmas With Brandy'
by Michael Major - Oct 20, 2023


The project is the superstar's first since 2020’s critically acclaimed B7. Christmas with Brandy sees the genre-defining vocalist delivering classic covers and original holiday material that’s sure to be listened to for years to come. Pre-save the new album now!

FANGIRLS, MINORITY REPORT, and More Set For Lyric Hammersmith's Spring/Summer 2024 Season
by Stephi Wild - Sep 25, 2023


The Lyric Hammersmith Theatre has announced its Spring/Summer 2024 Season, opening April 2024 with Minority Report. Learn more about the full season and how to get tickets here!

Folk Legend Sylvia Tyson to Release Final Album In November
by Michael Major - Sep 19, 2023


Tyson’s impact on popular culture has been immeasurable. A pillar of the Greenwich Village folk scene from the late ’50s through the ’60s as half of the groundbreaking Ian & Sylvia, the duo headlined NYC’s Carnegie Hall and topped the Billboard charts, all while championing Village contemporaries Bob Dylan and Gordon Lightfoot.

Curtis Stigers To Share Three Decades of His Music at Club Passim in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2023


Singer, songwriter, saxophonist, and guitarist Curtis Stigers will share his latest album, This Life, at Club Passim on October 16. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Hello, Gorgeous: FUNNY GIRL is Produced for the First Time in Brazil
by Claudio Erlichman - Sep 13, 2023


Funny Girl gets a Brazilian production directed by Barchilon, starring Giulia Nadruz and Eriberto Leao as protagonists. With score by J. Styne, and lyrics by B. Merrill, the semi-biographical plot is based on the life and career of comedian and Broadway star Fanny Brice, featuring her stormy relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nick Arnstein.

Review: TRAIN at Surly Festival Field
by Jared Fessler - Sep 12, 2023


What did our critic think of TRAIN at Surly Festival Field?

Carbonell Awards Names New Coordinator & Adds Five New Judges For 2023-24 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2023


Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida's most highly coveted recognition of theatrical and performance excellence, today announced that Elizabeth Dashiell has joined the nonprofit organization as Carbonell Coordinator for the 2023-2024 season.

PHILADELPHIA BOUND? Fall Presents Over 120 Festivals, Block Parties, Shows, Charity Events and More
by Marina Kennedy - Sep 3, 2023


Are you bound for the Philadelphia area this fall.  There’s so much to see and do that our readers will like to know about. 

The Cover of Life FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of The Cover of Life have there been?
The Cover of Life has had 2 productions including Off-Broadway which opened in 1994 and Off-Broadway which opened in 2018.

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