A Gershwin Musicade
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 7, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Since her film debut in Carrie, Betty Buckley has carved out a lengthy history with horror movies. BroadwayWorld caught up with Buckley to discuss working with Jason Blum on her new film, Imaginary, how she got her start in horror films with Carrie, and how she created her new short film, The Mayfly.
Like falling in love, break-ups start slowly and then happen all at once. For Jade Bird, the end of her relationship gathered pace and crashed into reality in 2022, resulting in the temperate EP Burn The Hard Drive. The EP, created with Alex Crossan, known better as Mura Masa, is a short collection of songs that paint the various stages of grief.
Discover the latest music video from EELS for their new single 'Time'. Directed by Gus Black, the new video depicts the passage of time and circle of life through a series of intimate images depicting three generations of Everetts: E's father, parallel universe theory author Hugh Everett III, E and E's son Archie.
The historical Coriolanus, if he existed at all, was Rome’s most fearsome fighter, trained as a child, excelling as a warrior-leader and able to conquer whole other cities sometimes single-handedly. Even so, James Finley, who portrays the title character in Shakespeare’s tragedy in an eye-opening co-production by the Avant Bard Theatre with Longacre Lea, may be working even harder.
BroadwayWorld got to sit down with Laura Garza, the director of the upcoming show, I-DJ, at Teatro Audaz March 7-March 17. Joining her was actor Chris Munoz, who plays Warren Peace in the show. Their passion and commitment to the themes and story of this play was inspiring and exciting!
Louisville, KY's White Reaper have surprised fans with a brand new cover of The Sound's “I Can't Escape Myself.” The song is available on all streaming platforms via Elektra. The original track notably served as the opener to the English post-punk band's acclaimed 1980 full-length debut LP, Jeopardy.
For the “Late Nite Catechism” series of shows, actors dress up as a character named “Sister” and lead their audiences through a “class” full of audience interaction. Denise Fennell-Pasqualone has been performing as 'Sister' for many years now, but–for this specific show–she preaches about St. Patrick's Day in the most exuberant and comedic way.
Suely Franco, Flavia Monteiro and Bela Quadros star in the production that celebrates the centenary of the iconic revue theater artist Viginia Lane with direction by Claudia Netto and musical direction by Alfredo Del-Penho.
One of the great things about the Des Moines Performing Arts Broadway series is that it not only introduces us to new productions in their season, but there are also a few shows you can purchase as an add-on that have stood the test of time. This week, they are bringing the musical 'Les Miserables' back for its 9th engagement since 1989.
The consistently busy musical director Michael Orland books gigs on both coasts juggling the multitude of vocalists all vying to have his piano expertise to accompany them. One of his next shows in Los Angeles will be his Open Mic Event at the Write-Off Room March 22, 2024. Michael managed to answer a few of my queries during his drive to Palm Springs.
The album finds Lake Street Dive working once more with Grammy-winning producer Mike Elizondo (Fiona Apple, Sheryl Crow, Gary Clark Jr.), also marking the first time all of the members of the band collaborated in the earliest, most vulnerable stages of songwriting together, creating a unique approach to the sessions.
Boston is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for Spring 2024 include A Strange Loop and more!
Over the years, the band has continued to perform, always on their own terms, but after a stint at Primavera in 2022, they caught the proverbial songwriting bug once more, sharing demos, jamming in Harrington's attic, and recording through the heap of DIY and esoteric gear Harrington collected over the last decade.
What did our critic think of WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME at TheatreSquared? TheatreSquared always impresses me. Before the show I talked with the enjoyable cafe concierge who said he hoped I liked the show. I told him that they always do a wonderful job with every production. However, it’s the variety that intrigues me. Rarely do I recognize what is being offered. It’s exciting and never boring. I love it.
BroadwayWorld had a chance to chat with world-renowned star, Alan Cumming, on his cabaret show, Alan Cumming is Not Acting his Age. In this interview, Cumming discusses life balance, his love for cabaret, and some of the wisdom that has gone into creating this amazing show!
BroadwayWorld caught up with standup comedian, podcaster and actor Darren Connell to chat about his upcoming special and regular comedy night.
Standing at the Sky’s Edge has arrived at the Gillian Lynne Theatre on the West End after runs at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield and the National Thetare. Recently, we had the chance to speak with Baker Mukasa (George) and Elizabeth Ayodele (Joy) about their roles within the show.
Alien Ant Farm have encountered a lot of adversity since blowing up in 2001 with two iconic songs—first their own composition, “Movies”, and then their classic, generation-defining cover of Michael Jackson's “Smooth Criminal”—but none more so between the release of Always And Forever and this record.
Cheat Codes' and Two Friends' partnership on “The Way It Is” results in a true dance-pop fusion, combining masterful electronic production with a catchy vocal hook. As the song progresses, layered beats and atmospheric synths increase in intensity, resulting in a euphoric, driving peak. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!
The ten-song LP explores surviving grief, birth, death, and the innate humanness surrounding a challenging and personal journey to becoming a parent. It was written, recorded, and produced by Eliza with production assistance from the multitalented producer, engineer and instrumentalist Nick Krill -- who also mixed the record.
The album and its producers get major points because the show as a whole is very well represented throughout
Can a fictional detective solve a real-life murder case? Sherlock Holmes and the Whitechapel Fiend answers this question by having the world-famous detective attempt to solve the infamous Jack the Ripper case. Recently, we had the chance to talk to Adam Meggido, the director of this production, about what it’s been like bringing the show to life.
Majesty Crush release a new accompanying visual for “Horse” from Fan, along with fresh intel on the single – bassist Hobey Echlin tells, “‘Horse' was written about a friend who was going through addiction in a way that was sympathetic and even empathetic. The music itself was pretty dark for us, bass riff dark churn.
Check out the lineup at 54 Below next week here!
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