All About Life - 1963 - Articles Page 3

Richard Chamberlain, renowned for his roles in 'The Thorn Birds' and 'Shogun,' has died at 90. Chamberlain, celebrated for his versatility in film, theater, and television, passed away on March 29th, 2025, in Waimanalo, HI, following a stroke. His career spanned decades, earning him numerous accolades, including Golden Globes for his performances.

This time, the reader question was: How often do Broadway musicals change their titles after Broadway? We're unpacking the history of shows that have been renamed.

Legendary singer, songwriter, musician and social activist Judy Collins celebrated 85 years on planet earth along with International Women’s Day at The Town Hall on March 8 with a concert, many musical friends, and a full house.

Craft Recordings celebrates the enduring, 75-year legacy of PEANUTS, with an expanded reissue of Jazz Impressions of a Boy Named Charlie Brown. Arriving April 4th, the collection features 11 never-before-heard outtakes plus the original album.

What did our critic think of JERSEY BOYS at ZACH? JERSEY BOYS is widely regarded as one of the greatest jukebox musicals of all time, praised for its authentic storytelling, strong performances, and iconic music. Typically, I often judge a jukebox musical against my belief that they’re low hanging money making fruit. Some productions of this type of musical are better than others, and some are exceptions. ZACH’s JERSEY BOYS is an exceptional exception. 

The Alabama Shakespeare Festival's latest production is a historical drama that portrays a Black family making a road trip to destiny.

Kentucky Opera will premiere its first commissioned opera in over 25 years, 'This Little Light of Mine,' a new work inspired by the life and legacy of civil rights icon Fannie Lou Hamer.

In cabaret master Melissa Errico's hands, familiar songs are recast as 'intimate conversations and private reflections,' perfect for a Valentine's Day weekend with your family, partner or friends. Read a conversation about the show, love, and more.

In 2024, the immersive genre in London and beyond grew and grew and grew, with the independent sector overshadowing the biggest names.

The string quartet ETHEL and legendary bassist Ron Carter will join forces for an unforgettable classical-jazz mashup performance at Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall this winter. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Videmus Inc. has announced that through a new relationship with Boosey & Hawkes, one of the world's leading classical music publishers, it will make available the previously unpublished music of composer Julia Perry.

What did our critic think of JERSEY BOYS at Garden Theater?

Just as all the Wicked fans are lining up to get tickets for the highly anticipated film version of the Broadway hit, Crescendo Orchestra - an all-strings 49-person orchestra made up of all NYC students aged 10-18, will be giving fans another chance to get their 'green' on.

While many jukebox musicals rely heavily on the audience's pre-existing love for the music, 'Jersey Boys' stands out as an exception. This Tony-winning musical, currently gracing the stage at Desert Theatreworks, transcends its soundtrack.

Trinity Rep and PCVI has announced the 4th Annual Veteran Voices, a performance series highlighting stories from military veterans.

Centenary Stage Company's Fringe Festival will begin with DR. GLAS, adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher and featuring Daniel Gerroll. The production explores moral dilemmas and psychological intrigue. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Eric McCormick and Laura Bell Bundy recently stopped by Segerstrom Center of the Arts to present the OC debut of their cabaret show “A Blonde, A Brunette, and Some Duets: From Primetime to Sondheim,” a fun and cheeky night of silly songs and even sillier stories for a limited three-night engagement at the Samueli Theater in Costa Mesa.

OPERA America has announced the induction of seven exemplary artists, administrators, and advocates to the Opera Hall of Fame as the class of 2024.

A trio composed of indie music’s foundational members - Dean & Britta & Sonic Boom -have announced the forthcoming album A Peace of Us—an LP composed of diverse holiday tunes filtered through their musical imaginations. Listen to a song from the album now!

The Harrison Players will present a performance of Sarah Ruhl's Stage Kiss, a play blending romance and humor, at the Veteran’s Memorial Building in Harrison, NY. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

A tour de force by Martha Lott as Miss Docker.

Forte Theatre Company is kicking off its main stage season with the classic musical She Loves Me, running October 4–13.

Imagine: You’ve been married for 5,000 years, raised a couple of kids, and survived multiple catastrophic disasters. But with the world constantly teetering on the edge of collapse, would you have the strength to save the human race, over and over again?

Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone are returning to Broadway tonight in the new comedy, The Roommate by Jen Silverman. Meet the cast of The Roommate here!

The American Vice President explores the little-known story of the second-highest office in the land, tracing its evolution from a constitutional afterthought to its current position of enormous political consequence. Watch the trailer!