There are performers out there who say they love the rehearsal period more than they do the performances. I, on the other hand, am the complete opposite.
After a surprising results last week, four contestants still remain. This week the ladies will be singing song from now and then. The first round will be songs from 2013 while the second will be standards. The mentor was Harry Connick Jr.
James Rocco is the vice president of programming and producing artistic director of the Ordway Center for Performing Arts in Saint Paul, Minn. He is also the director, host and a performer in the Ordway's latest edition of BROADWAY SONGBOOK, this time, focusing on American musical theatre master, Cole Porter. I recently sat down to learn about James, the BROADWAY SONGBOOK: Cole Porter and what's next for the theatre.
Liberty Town Productions, Libertyville's not-for-profit entertainment company, stages the Broadway musical version of Louisa May Alcott's timeless classic, Little Women, tonight, April 12 and 13 at 7:30 pm and April 13 and 14 at 2:30 pm.
Act II Playhouse in Ambler and Upper Dublin High School's Theatre Program presents The Upper Dublin Bullying Project, a docudrama exploration of bullying in our local community, on Friday, April 12 at 8 p.m.
Liberty Town Productions, Libertyville's not-for-profit entertainment company, stages the Broadway musical version of Louisa May Alcott's timeless classic, Little Women, April 12 and 13 at 7:30 pm and April 13 and 14 at 2:30 pm.
The 4th Annual Uptown Charlotte Jazz Fest, Friday and Saturday, June 21 & 22, featuring Jazz/R&B musician and instrumentalist, Brian Culbertson at the Time Warner Cable Arena.
Liberty Town Productions, Libertyville's not-for-profit entertainment company, stages the Broadway musical version of Louisa May Alcott's timeless classic, Little Women, April 12 and 13 at 7:30 pm and April 13 and 14 at 2:30 pm.
First I must share my personal thoughts on the loss of the amazing talent that was Adam Michael Perkes who passed away in the middle of this show's run.
It's always a better place when the Paul Taylor Dance Company comes to New York-a bona fide sign of excellence in the dance world. Not that the program was perfect; I had some reservations about two of the pieces, but overall I couldn't ask for a better place to spend a cold March evening.
As a fan of the true story and the movie, I wondered how they would tackle the complicated plot and several subplots that filled this boy's complex life
Anyone who's been reading my column knows that my daughter HATES princesses. I don't blame her. The Disney merchandising machine has taken over most kids' lives to the point where it's often impossible to procure a toddler spoon or potty seat that doesn't have an Arielle or Sleeping Beauty theme. Either that or Dora. And I don't want to see either one of those chicks on my kid's potty seat. No offense.
As the Broadway production of MARY POPPINS comes to a close, we tracked down all the past and current kids who played the iconic roles of Jane and Michael Banks, from the original cast in 2006 to the current group as they take their final bow on March 3, 2013.
As the Broadway production of Mary Poppins comes to a close, we asked current and original principle cast members, as well as current cast members who have been with the show since day one, to share with us some memories and tell us what being a part of the magic has meant to them. Karl Kenzler, who is the current 'George Banks,' shared:
Last night PURE Nightclub inside Caesars Palace welcomed hip-hop artist Fat Joe as he put on a special Fat Tuesday performance playing for an unforgettable Mardi Gras bash. Arriving around 1 a.m. the multi-platinum rapper joined by his entourage, took his place at his VIP booth on the main stage. Upon arrival Fat Joe immediately became center of attention as resident DJ Shift got on the mic and announced his presence. Shortly before his performance the rap master took time to meet and take photos with admiring fans from a nearby table.
Despite being wholly busy and working on perfecting DON GIOVANNI with the Houston Grand Opera creative teams and cast, I had the pleasure of being able to spend a delightful 30 minutes with the talented and intelligent Rachel Willis-Sørensen. We discussed her career, including her impressive contest wins, preparing Donna Anna in DON GIOVANI for Houston audiences, performing in Houston, and the best aspects of being an opera performer.
Greg Banks has created many highly-acclaimed adaptations for Children's Theatre Company (CTC) audiences, including Robin Hood, Huck Finn, and Romeo and Juliet. Banks returns to CTC to reimagine Carlo Collodi's classic Italian folk tale Pinocchio in what has potential to be the most invigorating theatrical event of the season. Banks' Pinocchio will feature four of the Twin Cities' most celebrated actors playing multiple roles. CTC's production of Pinocchio, like Collodi's story, will explore the magical moments when make-believe becomes real.
