Gary Naylor sees a supercharged political black comedy, 50 years old, but as fresh as if it were written on 6 May 2015 delivered by a cast well up to its considerable demands.
Planet Connections Theatre Festivity, the country's premier socially-conscious, eco-friendly arts festival, is proud to announce its seventh season of plays, musicals & staged readings, with all shows taking place at The Paradise Factory, 64 East 4th St, between 2nd Avenue & Bowery.
This summer twelve actors and musicians will transform The Savill Garden in Windsor Great Park, Britain's finest ornamental garden into a world of warring ethereal kings, queens and star-crossed lovers, for an immersive theatre version of Shakespeare's much loved comedy A Midsummer Night's Dream, running from 24 June - 19 July 2015.
I've seen it happen a million times, well probably not exactly a million because that's dramatic but you get my point. I'm talking about the moment when someone gets into a relationship and then they start valuing the relationship of their significant other over the opinions of their best friend. And who is officially guilty of doing just that? Andrew. And who doesn't like it in the least bit? Stu. Let's the games begin…
The Daily Mail revealed a stunning first look at The Pussycat Dolls lead singer Nicole Scherzinger as 'Grizabella', the fallen 'Glamour Cat' in the current London revival of Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS. Scroll down for photos!
I always look forward to our Book Brahmin author questionnaire series, but I have to keep myself from skipping ahead to one question: Book you've faked reading. Some people claim they never do it, but I love the brazen responses the most. Moby-Dick gets cited often, as does Ulysses. I have read neither and haven't lied about it, but I suffer from a different (related) problem.
A unique project gathering nineteen tracks from eighteen prolific producers including Claude Vonstroke, Brodinski, Cassius and Art Department centred around one inimitable singer; JAW. 'Midtown' is the ambitious sound of an artist reflecting on his vision of the world, through collaborations with friends from every corner of the planet.
To open its 60th anniversary season, Lyric Opera of Chicago presents Mozart's Don Giovanni, conducted by Sir Andrew Davis in a brand-new production by renowned director Robert Falls, artistic director of Chicago's Goodman Theatre. It opens on Saturday, September 27 with 10 performances through Wednesday, October 29. Performance dates are Sept. 27, 30, Oct. 11, 14, 17, and 29 at 7:30pm; Oct. 2, 5, 8, and 24 at 2pm.
With only three more performances of this operatic masterwork, it is essential to waste no time in booking tickets. This is not to be missed.
The production is visually stunning, blending live actors, puppets and keenly choreographed movement that breathe life into everyday inanimate objects. The puppetry involves a huge range of ground-breaking techniques and variety of creations - from the smallest mechanical creatures to the huge god-like masks and limbs that represent Oberon and Titania, King and Queen of the Fairies.
Below, get a sneak peek at the next episode of ABC's ONCE UPON A TIME titled 'The Jolly Roger' - It's a pirate life for Hook, but so many women and so little time could spell the end for this swashbuckler!
It is in man's nature to be tempted. But one can always withstand temptations and be firm in their beliefs by letting God into their lives. God's word can strengthen one's faith and this will keep them spiritually strong. Author Lei M. Lang showcases a publication that will enrich one's spiritual life in 'The Flesh versus The Spirit.'
On the next episode of ABC's ONCE UPON A TIME titled "Quiet Minds", never make a powerful woman mad, because payback can be a real witch.
On the next episode of ABC's ONCE UPON A TIME titled "The Tower", enter a tangled web of mystery as Rumpelstiltskin returns. And Rapunzel, Rapunzel, lets down her hair.
On the next episode of ABC's ONCE UPON A TIME titled "Witch Hunt", something wicked has come to Storybrooke. And next Sunday, she's taking the town by storm!
ABC invites new and devoted “Once Upon a Time” viewers to take another look at this popular fantasy series in the new special, “Once Upon a Time: Wicked is Coming,”
ABC invites new and devoted “Once Upon a Time” viewers to take another look at this popular fantasy series in the new special, “Once Upon a Time: Wicked is Coming,”
ABC invites new and devoted “Once Upon a Time” viewers to take another look at this popular fantasy series in the new special, “Once Upon a Time: Wicked is Coming,” which will explore the show in a way that will bring new viewers up to date -- but which current viewers will also find illuminating – in anticipation of the exciting midseason return.
Gary Naylor sees a salute to lost innocence, one hundred years on.
Grace is Born is a spiritual gift book written by Lisa R. Cohen that seeks to inspire readers belonging to different faiths, age groups and demographics. Beautifully rendered with visually appealing illustrations, the book is currently part of a crowdfunding campaign to reach a wider audience. The Kickstarter link for Grace is Born can be viewed here: crowdfunding campaign.
'The Frown of Fortune: A Luke Tremayne Adventure...A French Affair 1653' by Geoff Quaife (published by Trafford Publishing) follows a hit man who protects the interests of Lord General Oliver Cromwell against conspirators and criminals and excels in uncovering the many murderers that cross his path. In this riveting novel, plans for him to be an agent at the Royalist court go astray and instead, he finds himself engrossed in the intrigues and murders surrounding a French aristocrat.
Earlier today, President Barack Obama presented the National Medal of Arts in conjunction with the National Humanities Medals. The medals were presented by the President during an East Room ceremony at the White House. The National Medal of Arts is a White House initiative managed by the National Endowment for the Arts. Each year, the NEA organizes and oversees the National Medal of Arts nomination process and notifies the artists of their selection to receive a medal, the nation's highest honor for artistic excellence.
The Oslo-based six-piece indie pop collective Kid Astray have released their irresistible debut single entitled 'The Mess'.
The Oslo-based six-piece indie pop collective Kid Astray have released their irresistible debut single entitled 'The Mess'.
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