Review: A CELEBRATION OF TONY BENNETT Was a Starry Night at Jazz at Lincoln Center
by Rob Lester - Apr 23, 2024
This year's Jazz at Lincoln Center gala featured a host of star-studded performers including Kristin Chenoweth, Bernadette Peters, Josh Groban, and many more. A small sample of the hundreds of songs superstar Tony Bennett recorded and sang in concerts sparkled in this one-night-only concert on April 17th.
Video: The Inspector Cluzo Share “The Outsider” Animated Music Video
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2024
Gascony, France-based blues-rock duo The Inspector Cluzo has released the artfully drawn official music video for “The Outsider” from their acclaimed HORIZON LP. The video extends and fleshes out the original track into a mini-movie of rugged blues rock motifs. The Inspector Cluzo says, “‘The Outsider’ is our favorite song to play live. It always brings big momentum to the performance...' Watch the video here!
Lola Brooke Drops Extended Version of 'Dennis Daughter' Album
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 19, 2024
Lola Brooke, the rising star of Rap, is back with a bang as she flips the switch on the release of the deluxe edition to her debut project, Dennis Daughter. The special edition welcomes four songs: 'Neighborhood Hero,' accompanied by an explosive music video out now HERE, 'GO GET YA MOTHA,' 'Bend It Ova,' featuring A Boogie and Big Freedia, and 'Becky,' featuring 41. Listen to the album here!
Meet the Cast of ILLINOISE, Beginning Performances Today on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024
Previews begin tonight, April 24, for Illinoise, the theatrical adaptation of Grammy- and Oscar-nominated Sufjan Stevens’ concept album Illinois. Performances will continue through August 10 at the St. James Theatre. Meet the cast of Illinoise here!
Review: THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE at The Price Is Right Live Tour
by Rich Mehrenberg - Apr 17, 2024
This is the real deal! Audience members were called on stage. Real cash and prizes were awarded. Same music, same sound effects, same games. Hosted by “the host with the most’ Todd Newton, everyone involved had a great time. Newton has that smooth, buttery emcee demeanor while simultaneously exuding charm, enthusiasm, and a great sense of humor.
Open-Door Playhouse Debuts THE QUEEN OF CARBON In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2024
Catch the debut of THE QUEEN OF CARBON, a short play podcast by Open-Door Playhouse. Follow the story of Lizzy, a pregnant woman with a unique name choice for her baby, inspired by scientist Mildred Dresselhaus.
THE WOMAN IN BLACK Comes to Sydney in July
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024
A Sydney season has been added to the national tour of The Woman in Black. Sydney audiences will now have the opportunity to witness the most terrifying live theatre experience in the world at Theatre Royal Sydney for a limited season from 30 July, with tickets on sale from today.
Interview: Dylan Brody of THINKING ALLOWED
by Jeanmarie Simpson - Apr 17, 2024
For decades, the multiple award-winning storyteller, humorist, playwright, and bestselling author, Dylan Brody, has honed his unique voice, blending insightful observations with sharp wit and a touch of the absurd to earn him a devoted following and the respect of comedic legends including the late Robin Williams and George Carlin.
Laibach Share Two Track Single 'Opus Dei Live 1987-1989 PT. 1'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 15, 2024
LAIBACH has released a new two-track single, “Opus Dei Live 1987 - 1989 pt.1”, featuring two unreleased live recordings: “Leben heisst Leben (Opus Dei)” Live from London, Queen Elizabeth Hall, 1987 and “F.I.A.T. (Let It Be)” Live from Paris, Espace Ornano, 1992. Both tracks are from the expanded edition of their 1987 album, Opus Dei, which is set to be released digitally on Mute on May 10, 2024. Listen to the tracks here!
Interview: Hiro Iida, an Electronic Music Designer Making Waves Worldwide
by Ayaka Ozaki - Apr 13, 2024
Hiro Iida: Known as an electronic music designer making waves worldwide, he's a sound craftsman designing the sound of musicals. A graduate of Berklee College of Music, he has won two Grammy Awards. Some of his notable works include 'The Notebook THE MUSICAL,' 'THE GREAT GATSBY,' 'Kimberly Akimbo,' 'Tootsie' on Broadway, 'MJ THE MUSICAL,' 'Mean Girls' in the UK, 'The Man Who Laughs,' 'Mata Hari,' and 'XCALIBUR' in Korea, as well as 'DEATH NOTE THE MUSICAL,' 'Musical IKIRU,' and 'Your Lie in April' in Japan. He has also provided music to notable figures like Akiko Yano.
THE CHOIR OF MAN Extends in Chicago
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2024
International sensation The Choir of Man has announced the extension of its Chicago production due to popular demand! The cast of Chicago area natives and all-star The Choir of Man veterans direct from the UK will now entertain audiences through July 14, 2024, at the Apollo Theate at 2550 N Lincoln Avenue in Chicago.
SOUND WITHIN SOUND Launches at Southbank Centre This July
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024
The Southbank Centre is launching a bold new festival Sound Within Sound, shining a light on composers from the 20th century whose pioneering work has been overlooked from inclusion in the classical music canon.
Review: FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE at The Winter Park Playhouse
by Joseph Harrison - Apr 7, 2024
If you are looking for a fun, energetic, and uplifting musical experience, look no further than The Winter Park Playhouse's current production of FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE. This musical revue, featuring the songs of Louis Jordan, the 'King of the Jukebox', is a celebration of life, love, and music, with a dash of humor and a lot of soul. Directed and choreographed by Joshian Morales, FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE is a show that will have you tapping your feet, clapping your hands, and singing along to some of the most catchy and memorable tunes of the 1940s and 50s.