(Credit: Credit of Vancouver Opera) Vancouver Opera is set to open its 65th season with Strauss II’s “Die Fledermaus.”. “Die Fledermaus,” a comic operetta, is synonymous with opulence, laughter, and revelry and Ashlie Corcoran will return to direct her second Vancouver Opera season opener in a row.

Vancouver Opera to Open with ‘Die Fledermaus’

(Credit: Courtesy of ITA) The Amsterdam theatre group ITA has ended its relationship with director Ivo van Hove. The news comes only months after the acclaimed director resigned as artistic director but continued to work in an advisory role. According to reports the reasoning for the theatre group’s decision was due to an “unsafe” situation and “unacceptable behavior.” The group also announced that the supervisory board is also resigning to clear the way for a change in direction.

Amsterdam Theatre Group ITA Ends Relationship with Ivo Van Hove

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It was January 2020, on the Brooklyn waterfront. A bone-chilling wind funneled through old buildings, slamming the streets. Inside, “Ellen West” would have its premiere. But my mind wasn’t on opera; that very day, I learned my brother had cancer. As I arrived, a cluster of people...

Seeing Through – Composer Ricky Ian Gordon on His Memoir

(Photo Credit: LA Opera/Cory Weaver) Throughout time, many operas have been written which, due to the nature of things, distracts from their quality, instead leaving them behind for other, newer alternatives. However, thanks to opera’s dedicated fanbase, including everyone from laymen to academics to performers and beyond, many operas which didn’t get their fair shot are given new life after their premiere. Many of the operas throughout history have come under new investigation, operas like Giacomo Meyerbeer’s 1836 ‘grand opera,’ namely “‘Les Huguenots,” Giacomo Puccini’s less-successful second opera, “Edgar,” and the operas from the late-1950s onwards, opera’s ‘post-war’ era to the turn of the 21st-century to the very present, are now being looked at with greater clarity for their importance.

A Tale of 3 Operas & Their Unique Revival Stories

New York City, NY

Manhattan Theatre Club has revealed the full cast for the world premiere of Vladimir, written by Erika Sheffer (Russian Transport) and directed by Tony Award winner Daniel Sullivan (MTC: Proof, Lillian Hellman’s The Little Foxes). Check out rehearsal footage here!. Erin Darke (“Good Girl Revolt,” “Dietland”, Kill Your Darlings),...

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Carlos Santana came to prominence in the late ’60s and quickly pioneered a powerful blend of blues-rock and Latin influences. The appeal of this fusion continues to this day with an impressive career that continues to thrive. Carlos is also a musical adventurer and even made an album with...

Peter Green shaped his playing, John Lee Hooker enlisted his talents and Woodstock made him a guitar legend – nobody builds a blues solo like Carlos Santana

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

(Photo credit: Stephen K Mack) Multiple Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer has released the details of its 2024-25 season. Music director Tim Keeler leads the coast-to-coast tour, which opens in San Francisco, CA. Other stops include Birmingham, MI,Dallas, TX, Savannah, GA, Portland, OR, Washington, DC, and New York, NY, among many others.

Chanticleer Announces 2024-25 Season

Off-Broadway's La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club has revealed the lineup of productions for its 2024-2025 season. The company's 63rd season will feature dozens of new works from around the world, dance and puppetry festivals, and more. As previously reported, the season will open with banned theatre troupe Belarus Free Theater...

, More in La MaMa's 2024-2025 Season

(Courtesy of The International Opera Awards) The Opera Awards have announced the Reader’s Choice Nominees. The category which is decided entirely by public vote, saw Xabier Anduaga, Asmik Grigorian, Ekaterina Bakanova, Sara Blanch, Piotr Beczala, Ermonela Jaho, Ludovic Tezier, and Arturo Chacon-Cruz nominated. This is the first category announced...

Xabier Anduaga, Asmik Grigorian, Piotr Beczala, Ermonela Jaho, Ludovic Tezier Among Opera Awards’ Reader’s Choice Nominees

Three-time Tony honoree Bernadette Peters returns to London for a solo concert August 12 at 7:30 PM BST at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. Broadway favorite Peters—who will return to Broadway later this season in the hit London revue Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends—is joined by two of her London Old Friends co-stars: Bonnie Langford (Doctor Who, Peter Pan, Cats, EastEnders) and Olivier winner Joanna Riding (Carousel, My Fair Lady, Guys and Dolls, The Witches of Eastwick).

Bernadette Peters Offers London Concert August 12

(Photo courtesy of Opera Southwest) Opera Southwest is set to present “Matilde” on Sept. 13 and 14, 2024. The opera by Carlo Coccia originally premiered in 1811 at the Teatro San Moisè in Venice and explores the love story of Federico and Matilde and the mistaken identities and major challenges they encounter.

Opera Southwest to Present ‘Matilde’

Pop music, with its infectious melodies and universal appeal, has produced some of the most iconic songs in music history. From the catchy hooks of the 1960s to the genre-defining hits of today, pop songs have a unique ability to captivate audiences and shape musical trends. This article delves into the Top Most Popular 15 Best Pop Music Songs of All Time, celebrating tracks that have not only topped charts but also left an indelible mark on the cultural landscape. These songs span decades and styles, showcasing the genre’s evolution while highlighting the artists who have pushed pop music to new heights. Whether it’s the groundbreaking production of Michael Jackson, the genre-bending experimentation of Madonna, or the contemporary flair of artists like Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish, this list represents the essence of what makes pop music irresistible. Join us as we explore these unforgettable tunes that continue to define the sound of pop and remain beloved by fans around the world.

15 Best Pop Music Songs of All Time

(Credit: Courtesy of TACT International) Boris Pinkhasovich is one of today’s rising baritones. Born in Saint Petersburg to a family of musicians, he studied at the Saint Petersburg Conservatory of Music and in 2011 became an ensemble member at the Mikhailovsky Theatre in Saint Petersburg. His career eventually went...

Q & A: Boris Pinkhasovich on Tchaikovsky’s ‘Iolanta’ , ‘The Queen of Spades’ & Two House Debuts

The Grateful Dead’s extensive catalog is filled with songs that showcase their unique sound, lyrical depth, and musical evolution. These 20 songs represent the spirit of the Grateful Dead—an ever-evolving, genre-defying band whose music continues to inspire and captivate listeners worldwide:. Scarlet/Fire (Live ’77) This track features...

The 20 Songs That Can Represent The Career Of The Grateful Dead

Immerse yourself in the timeless romance of the iconic Academy Award-winning film with the return of Dirty Dancing in Concert. After captivating over 200,000 fans with more than 100 mesmerizing shows across the U.S., Europe, UK, and Australia, the global phenomenon of Dirty Dancing in Concert will bring its magic back to NORTH AMERICA for a tour spanning 50 cities. With a live band performing on stage and a full-size movie screen honoring the beloved 80s classic, Dirty Dancing in Concert promises to deliver a uniquely thrilling experience on the multi-platinum soundtrack that defined a generation!

DIRTY DANCING IN CONCERT Tour To Visit More Than 50 Cities Across North America In 2025

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One raunchy piece of advice made Haliey Welch an internet sensation — though her fame has come with a price. The 23-year-old, best known as "hawk tuah girl," has had to deal with some rather creepy fans ever since a video of Welch giving a tip about intercourse went insanely viral online.

'Hawk Tuah' Girl Haliey Welch Says She Was Offered $600 to 'Spit in a Jar' After Her Lovemaking Tip

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Performances for Romeo + Juliet will start on Thursday, September 26, at the Circle in the Square Theatre. The show will run for 16 weeks

Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor start rehearsals for 'Romeo + Juliet'

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As the star of TV's Dr. Kildare (NBC, 1961-1966), Richard Chamberlain was a heartthrob for millions of female fans in America and the world. Decades later, the actor transformed into the charismatic king of TV-mini-series with acclaimed productions like the originalShogun (NBC, 1980), and The Thorn Birds (ABC, 1983, in which he played a sexually repressed priest).

The Once Secret Gay Life of Actor Richard Chamberlain ('Dr. Kildare'): 21 Years After He Came Out

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Emily D’Angelo Leads Metropolitan Opera’s ‘Grounded’

(Credit: Paoala Kudacki / Met Opera) The Metropolitan Opera is set to open its 139th season with Jeanine Tesori and George Brant’s new opera, “Grounded.”. The...

Emily D’Angelo Leads Metropolitan Opera’s ‘Grounded’

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