After a highly successful debut hailed as 'an operatic musical extravaganza', CANTIAMO - MZANSI OPERA CELEBRATION returns to the Mandela Theatre this month. Directed by acclaimed artistic producer and director Marcus Desando, he discusses with BroadwayWorld his role as director in this celebratory showcase of international and local compositions.
The Portuguese performer Lara Martins played the opera diva Carlotta in The Phantom of the Opera on the West End nearly 1700 times - a record-breaking run in that role - before exiting the London production in 2018. She rejoined the show for its Greek premiere last year when the pandemic hit, and is now expanding her range with a debut album, Cancao, that extends her skill-set yet further.
Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department is bringing the sounds of Brazil to virtual audiences worldwide as Paulo Gualano's Brazilian and Latin Beats with the Rose Max and Ramatis Brazilian Party takes the stage at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center. 4.
Theatre Under The Stars will host the Leading Ladies Luncheon on Friday, April 16 at 11 a.m. at Houston’s renowned Tony’s on Richmond Ave. This annual event honors outstanding Houstonians who champion the performing arts and arts education.
She’s been called a 'vintage songstress' by BroadwayWorld, has sung on over 200 songs for Hal Leonard Publishing, BMI Publishing, Sony, and Universal, and has performed with The National Symphony Orchestra conducted by the late Marvin Hamlisch, and with Grammy® Award-winning composer/arranger Patrick Williams (Barbra Streisand, Frank Sinatra).
In the middle of quarantine, Nina often ventured outside for walks with dramatic Dutch podcasts piping through her headphones. 'I noticed these little sounds illustrate the narrative,' she observes.
The song was written and recorded by John whilst he was ‘in isolation’ in Florida, and he took hope and inspiration from watching the sunrise every morning over ‘Cocahatchee Bay’. For John, the song is a reminder that we can choose to see the world, and the challenges we all face, in a positive way… because the sun will shine again.
Throughout Women's History Month, we recognized and honored strong females. In keeping with this theme, San-Francisco based singer-songwriter EMPRESS announces her inspiring The Vixen Collection, set to be released on April 9th.
While filming a virtual benefit for the York Theatre, Andre De Shields was surprised by two producers and a Senator.
The South Orange Performing Arts Center will present Singer-songwriter Dana Fuchs on Friday, May 7 at 8 p.m. live in the theatre and livestreamed at the same performance. Tickets are limited to 100 for the in-person concert due to social distancing restrictions.
You may not be aware of World Voice Day, but it’s celebrated every April 16th to demonstrate the enormous importance of the voice in the daily lives of all people. I can’t imagine a better person to observe it with than Candace Johnson, who leads CJ’s FitnesSing!™ on the MarshStream platform every Friday at 12:00 noon PT, free of charge. Her unique method combines physical activity with vocal training, and if either of those things gives you some trepidation, you needn’t worry. She blends the two seamlessly and makes it all accessible to students at all levels. In a single hour you’ll get some exercise, you’ll sing, and you’ll learn a lot about the voice and different vocal styles. And most of all, you will likely have a blast. Johnson is definitely a “people person” whose enthusiasm for is infectious. A soprano acclaimed for her vocal clarity and expressive interpretation, Johnson has concertized widely, including guest appearances at Carnegie Hall and The Manhattan Center. She earned her doctorate in voice performance from the University of Michigan and is on the music faculty at UC Berkeley. BroadwayWorld caught up with her recently to find out how she came up with her innovative approach. She also talked about her background growing up in the South as a girl who sang from a young age but didn’t initially see a path for herself as a serious student of voice. She was eventually able to fuse her Black music heritage with her classical training to find her true voice. Johnson is a delightful conversationalist, fun and upbeat yet also open and honest about her own struggles, and warm and empathetic in her responses. And she has an uncanny ability to make even the nerdiest aspects of vocal health sound like fun.
On the newest single, Rouxx shares, “'Hit Harder' is an alt-pop song about dealing with a tough situation in life to which you feel you have hit rock bottom, yet something else comes along that hits you harder.”
Senator Brad Hoylman surprised the Tony, Grammy and Emmy Award winner André De Shields with a Senate Proclamation on Thursday April 8th, 2021 proclaiming the day “André De Shields Appreciation Day”. The surprise proclamation was arranged by producer Tom D’Angora to honor the extensive charity work Mr. De Shields has done for the community this year.
Christy Altomare has dropped her album Wandering Bird today! The album, Altomare revealed, is ten years in the making.
Alexandra Burke will join the cast of Joseph and the Amazing Techniolor Dreamcoat when it resumes performances this July.
PIANO Y MUJER, acquired from Sony Music Latin and produced by Loud And Live Studios, celebrates women and Latin music.
Featuring new performers with every show, the weekly, award-winning Piano Bar Live! (PBL!)streams this Tuesday, April 6 at 7:15 pm ET, with host Scott Barbarino and guests Mark-Alan, Fred Barton, Elena Bennett, Elaine Brier, Timothy Connell, Bobby Peaco and Rochelle Seldin, plus Mystery Guests and MORE!
Throughout his continuous ascent, AIR APPARENT has built a name for himself through his signature electro-pop sound, dipping his toes into the indie space while always maintaining a highly accessible sound.
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park will present a slate of new events for the spring – including the first in-person performances in the Marx Theatre in over a year with two limited engagements featuring nationally recognized theatre artists.
Chicago Cabaret Professionals will present new online series that combines interviews and performances by cabaret veterans and new performers. Cabaret Beat – Music & Conversationwill be hosted by singer/actor Wydetta Carter, and will feature two artists each week for the half hour show.
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