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Based on the 1975 E.L. Doctorow novel of the same name, the 1996 musical “Ragtime” takes place in and around New York City during the first two decades or so of the 20th century. And yet so many of the issues it explores — women’s rights, racial justice, immigration and labor rights — remain potent, divisive concerns in 2021. Which is why Art 4 decided to produce “Ragtime” now as a virtual work while live performances remain problematic and controversial more ...

WATERTOWN — A year ago, Christopher Stowell’s career was sparkling in New York City where he worked as an independent electrician and designer for stage productions. But when the pandemic put that career on hold, he wanted to give back to the organization that originally inspired him to pursue his line of work. So on Thursday, Mr. Stowell plans to get on his bicycle in Florida to begin a journey he calls “Pedal With a Purpose.” He plans to ride from Key West to Calais, Maine...

In a year like no other, the Piketon Musical Department is ready to open the doors to a brand new, state-of-the-art auditorium with one of the largest productions in program history with an all-encompassing K-12 musical based on the works of children’s author Dr. Seuss. Piketon’s selection, “Seussical the Musical”, was written by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens. It is described as family comedic musical, based on the books of Dr. Seuss, including favorites like “Horton...

The company of (Photo by Emilio Madrid for Broadway.com) Heres some fantastic news for New York theater lovers: Shakespeare in the Park is returning to the Delacorte Theater this summer! The Public Theater shared the exciting news on March 16. The season was canceled last year due to the coronavirus crisis. Jocelyn Bioh (Photo by Emilio Madrid for Broadway.com) The first production back will be Merry Wives, a fresh adaptation of Shakespeares The  Merry Wives of Windsor, beginning on July 6....

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The Good Men Project Become a Premium Member We have pioneered the largest worldwide conversation about what it means to be a good man in the 21st century. Your support of our work is inspiring and invaluable. Release of Limited Edition Double Orange Vinyl Set of ‘Once On This Island’ on March 26Th! This limited-edition vinyl set of ONCE ON THIS ISLAND includes a special album insert with photos from the Broadway production and full billing, plus a gatefold cover, complete with show artwork...

After the March cancellation of last seasons Kravis on Broadway series because of the coronavirus pandemic, musical theater fans can look forward to a variety of award-winning shows when it returns to the Kravis Center in November for the 2021-22 season. The performances offer something for everyone. Two of the seven musicals, “Come From Away” (Nov.16-21) and “Dear Evan Hansen” (Dec. 15-19) will engage viewers with portrayals of friendship, life challenges and navigating cultural d...

February 2, 20217:29 pm HIGH STANDARDS: Nia Renée performs for the judges on the season premiere of "American Idol." courtesy DGE Press On New Year’s Day 2021, Tania Kelley let go of a secret that had been excruciatingly hard to keep. Kelley, who performs as Nia Renée, could finally let friends and family know that she’d be appearing on the premiere episode of “American Idol,” to air 7 p.m., Feb. 14 on ABC.  Nia�...

Oscars Score and Song Frontrunners Come Into Focus as Shortlist Approaches Ludwig Göransson is among the past winners in contention. Jon Burlingame, provided by FacebookTwitterEmail As voting opens for the Oscar shortlists on Feb. 1, the picture is slowly coming into focus: Academy composers and songwriters are faced with one of the most diverse batches of scores they’ve ever heard. The approximately 350 members of the Academy music branch are sifting through dozens of films to try and sin...

JP Morgan Chase hires for UK digital bank launch US banking giant hires in the UK in preparation for digital consumer bank launch Share this item with your network: By Published: 28 Jan 2021 12:45 US bank JP Morgan Chase has recruited 400 staff in the UK to work for its UK digital bank, which will launch in the coming months. The digital UK bank, which will be based in Canary Wharf in London, will offer consumer banking products including current accounts. JP Morgan Chase, headquartered in...