The Life 2017 - Articles Page 7

Run Time:
2 hours and 50 minutes
Opened: April 12, 2017
Closing: April 29, 2017

The Life - 2017 - West End History , Info & More

Southwark Playhouse
77-85 Newington Causeway, London SE1 6BD, United Kingdom London

You’re not in Kansas anymore...

A thrilling expose of the darker side of 1980's New York, The Life is a defiant and heartfelt musical lament for the old Times Square. A world of pimps and prostitutes, innocents and opportunists, it's a gutsy and gritty joyride filled with both pathos and fun.

Queen and Fleetwood are just trying to get by. New York has hit a moral rock bottom, and opportunity is becoming a scarcity. Queen is now selling herself to anyone with cash in Times Square, while Fleetwood is spending that cash on his nightly fix. Such is a regular story for those in The Life – just ask Sonja, whose market value as a hooker is depleting. It seems that nothing ever improves for those in The Life, but when a mysteriously innocent farm girl named Mary shows up, and Memphis and Joio, the biggest players in town, offer to help Queen out, will things start looking up?


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THE NOTEBOOK to Release Original Broadway Cast Recording; Listen to 'Leave The Light On'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2024


Atlantic Records will release The Notebook (Original Broadway Cast Recording). Listen to 'Leave The Light On' now!

Conceived, Produced, Written and Starring Award-Winning Actor and Singer Beto Sargentelli in the Role of Elvis Presley, THE KING OF ROCK - THE MUSICAL Opens in São Paulo
by Claudio Erlichman - Mar 13, 2024


Conceived and starring the award-winning actor and singer Beto Sargentelli as Elvis Presley, the show is a tribute to one of the greatest world music icons. Unreleased and originally Brazilian, O Rei do Rock - O Musical delves into Elvis' fascinating trajectory, from his first album recording, at the age of 18, until his premature death at 42.

Nina Wadia, Sinitta, Sonia, and More Will Lead NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL A MUSICAL UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2024


Nina Wadia will star as Gemma in the world premiere of NOW That’s What I Call A Musical, a brand-new British musical written by award-winning comedian Pippa Evans and directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood.

The FMs to Release Sophomore Double Album in May
by Michael Major - Mar 11, 2024


Discover the latest news from BroadwayWorld as The FMs announce their upcoming sophomore double album. Recorded throughout 2017-2019 on an old ferry boat docked in the middle of Bushwick, Brooklyn, PINK + BLACK was produced by bandleader Matte Namer, with Brian Forbes acting as co-producer and mix engineer.

PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS Will Return to the West End in May
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2024


The original hit production of People, Places and Things will make a return to London's West End, this spring. 

Laurence Fishburne's LIKE THEY DO IN THE MOVIES Begins Performances This Weekend at PAC NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 8, 2024


The World Premiere of Like They Do in the Movies, written and performed by Laurence Fishburne, directed by Leonard Foglia, will begi performances at The Perelman Performing Arts Center on Sunday, March 10.

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Comes to Washington Pavilion This Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 8, 2024


Following critically acclaimed, sold-out engagements in the UK, the reimagined 50th anniversary tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will arrive at the Washington Pavilion with three performances March 29–30, 2024! 

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is Coming to Washington Pavilion This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2024


The reimagined 50th anniversary tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will arrive at the Washington Pavilion with three performances. Learn how to purchase tickets.

REVIEW: Guest Reviewer Kym Vaitiekus Shares His Thoughts On THE LEHMAN TRILOGY
by Jade Kops - Mar 7, 2024


The National Theatre and Neal Street Productions bring THE LEHMAN TRILOGY to The Theatre Royal, following successful runs in London and New York. Written by Stefano Massini, adapted by Ben Power, and directed by multi-award-winning director Sam Mendes with five Tony Award wins, including Best Play, 2022.

Video: Go Inside Rehearsals For Shakespeare Productions in Rep at the Guthrie Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Mar 6, 2024


Enjoy a first look into Shakespeare's History Plays and hear from Artistic Director Joseph Haj on the significance of this epic production and the chance to revisit rotating repertory. RICHARD II, HENRY IV and HENRY V make their historic return to the Guthrie stage for the first time in over 30 years beginning March 23.

Video: Watch Anne Hathaway in THE IDEA OF YOU Trailer With Nicholas Galitzine
by Michael Major - Mar 6, 2024


The Idea Of You captures the essence of the acclaimed book of the same name by Robinne Lee published in 2017, bringing Solène and Hayes’ love story to life. ‘Solene’ is played by Anne Hathaway and the Harry Styles-inspired August Moon lead singer ‘Hayes’ is played by Nicholas Galitzine. Watch the video trailer now!

Interview: Theatre Life with Psalmayene 24
by Elliot Lanes - Mar 6, 2024


Today’s subject Psalmayene 24 is someone we can aptly classify as the whole package when we talk about artists in the DC theatre community. He is an accomplished writer/actor/performer and educator whose work has been enjoyed by audiences of all ages over the years. Currently Psalmayene 24 is the director of Arena Stage’s current Power Play entitled Tempestuous Elements. The show is currently playing in the company’s Fichandler space through March 17th.

THE LAST YIDDISH SPEAKER Comes to Philadelphia This Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2024


What if the January 6, 2021 insurrection was successful? The Last Yiddish Speaker by Deborah Zoe Laufer imagines this alternate reality where a white supremacist regime has come into power. Learn more about the play here!

Review: Societal Consciousness in A Political Era With GOD BLESS YOU, MR. ROSEWATER at freeFall Theatre
by Drew Eberhard - Mar 4, 2024


God Bless You, Mr. Rosewater is Kurt Vonnegut’s fifth novel and was published in 1965. Its Post-Modern Satire context paved way for Vonnegut’s Slaughterhouse-Five, arguably his most well-known work. In the novel, Vonnegut highlights the life and times of the consciously-bound multi-millionaire Eliot Rosewater.

Frank Farrell Productions to Present Walt Kelly's SONGS OF THE POGO at NYC Fringe
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 2, 2024


Ben Masterton and Frank Farrell Productions will present Walt Kelly's Songs of the Pogo written by Walt Kelly and Norman Monath and directed by Frank Farrell.

Dallas Black Dance Theatre And The NBA Foundation Empower Youth Of Color Through Dance And Education
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 1, 2024


Join the Dallas Black Dance Theatre and the NBA Foundation as they empower youth of color through dance and education. Discover how this collaborative initiative is shaping the future of arts and sports.

La Jolla Playhouse Unveils Initial Programming for 2024 WOW Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2024


 La Jolla Playhouse has revealed initial programming for the 2024 WOW Festival of immersive and site-inspired work. Learn about the shows!

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR 50th Anniversary Tour is Coming to the Benedum Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2024


The reimagined 50th Anniversary tour of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR will come to Pittsburgh's Benedum Center for two performances only. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets.

Cast and Creative Team Set For NEL'S PLACE UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 1, 2024


REWRITES - the showcase for new musicals started by The Lowry, Salford in 2017 will present Nel's Place - a new musical from Sheep Soup. Nel's Place examines what material things really mean to us, and how easily we can become buried by the past.

SHALL WE GATHER AT THE RIVER World Premiere to be Presented at Park Avenue Armory
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 29, 2024


This May, Shall We Gather at the River—a musical call to climate action delivered through powerful performances of J.S. Bach’s cantatas and Black American spirituals—will make its world premiere at Park Avenue Armory. Learn more about the show!

FUNNY GIRL & More Lead San Francisco / Bay Area's Spring 2024 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Mar 1, 2024


The San Francisco / Bay Area 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 March 2024 include Funny Girl and more.

ANTHEM OF LIFE Returns to Theatre Prospero This June
by Stephi Wild - Feb 29, 2024


Edmonton's Theatre Prospero is premiering a production of their engaging Zulu Epic, adapted by Edmonton Playwright Tololwa Mollel. Starting June 21 at Alberta Avenue Community Centre, witness South African Poet Laureate Mazisi Kunene’s Anthem of the Decades: A Zulu Epic.

Primary Stages Announces 2024 Fresh Ink Reading Series And Playwriting Cohort
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2024


Explore the 2024 Fresh Ink Reading Series and Playwriting Cohort announced by Primary Stages. Discover new talents and upcoming plays in the world of Broadway.

Immersive Experience THE VICKY ARCHIVES Premieres This Spring At The Tank
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2024


Explore the world of memory and identity in the immersive theater experience, THE VICKY ARCHIVES, premiering this spring at The Tank.

Reading Rainbow Documentary BUTTERFLY IN THE SKY Sets March Release
by Michael Major - Feb 28, 2024


The doc feature, which tells the story of the beloved PBS Children's series, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival. The XTR film will have a Limited Theatrical Release starting in March at select AMC Theatres, followed by Additional Cities and FIFTH SEASON on board for the Digital Release and worldwide sales.

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