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🎥🎶 Tōru Takemitsu: A musical pioneer whose genius transcends genres. From crafting over 100 film soundtracks to his "Requiem" for Strings performance, his legacy is felt in concert halls and on the silver screen. Learn more about this piece ahead of the concert on Jan. 19, 20 & 21 >> https://bit.ly/41EH2n1

Snoopy Milton An American Musical T-Shirt Snoopy Milton An American Musical is a unique musical that starts out as an account of a day in the life of an average American family and quickly transforms into a strong exploration of the current racial and social issues gripping the nation. It tackles millennial anxieties, the search for identity, and ultimately uses music to reveal our shared dreams and fears. Snoopy Milton works not just as an entertaining piece of theatre, but also as a powerful commentary on social justice. Its characters make us think about how our lives intersect with the world around us while its songs remind us that the brokenness of today can be overcome with hope. The power of this show lies in its ability to connect seemingly disparate points of view and forge a path toward solidarity and healing. In this way, Snoopy Milton An American Musical provides a hopeful message to the world: we can all work together to create a better tomorrow. Buy now: https://lnkd.in/gBDy2psB Visit store: https://tee5days.com/ #Snoopy #Milton #An #American #Musical # #tshirt

The Screen Addict Recommends – The Phantom of the Opera (2004) Remember that time when Gerard Butler and Joel Schumacher remade The Phantom of the Opera? Probably not. It will be worth your while to check this all but forgotten oddity out, though. I am an unapologetic fan of Schumacher’s work (see also: https://lnkd.in/gREWg3Z4) and I guess it actually makes perfect sense that the flamboyant filmmaker tackled the movie version of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic musical. I mean – a man who puts nipples on the Batsuit clearly has a knack for the operatic… The production design on this movie-musical is simply stunning, and it’s hard to deny the splendor of Lloyd Webber’s majestic music and lyrics. The Phantom of the Opera is Broadway’s longest running show ever, yet Schumacher’s film version was not a resounding hit. Reviews were mostly good, but with a worldwide take of $150 million on a $70 million budget, TPotO probably lost money (factoring in marketing spend and cinema share). A shame, because I truly believe this is one of Butler’s very best films. He took on TPotO two years before his career really took off with 300 (2006), and has more or less lingered in the comfort zone of Action hero ever since. I, for one, would love to see Butler tackle another bold performance like TPotO. With a voice like that, there’s no reason why he couldn’t be a leading man in the next big Broadway adaptation. In any event… Seek it out & get your fix. #thescreenaddict #film #movies #contentrecommendation #celebrateart #nobodyknowsanything

🎵2024 Is The Year Of Memory-Holed Albums As we enter mid-year, it's time for cultural pundits to reflect on the notable albums of 2024. But what about those that have been memory-holed? Check out our latest blog post to explore this intriguing topic and discover some hidden musical gems. Read more here: https://ift.tt/pukrUyv

In the past, I've not paid much attention to awards. I consider doing what you love the award and reward in itself. However, I do understand when selling anything, including and especially oneself, it is good to have tangible accolades to mention, so that others can assess your 'bona fides.' To that end, I'm flattered and humbled to have been nominated for Broadway World's Best Performer in a Cabaret/Solo Show Award for my "RetroSexual" Show. Voting has begun, so if anyone would like to support me in this journey, here's what to do to vote for me... 1. Click this link: https://lnkd.in/gpNNff4D 2. Put in your email address and create a password in order to VOTE 3. Scroll to the bottom of the first category. Click BLACK CONTINUE BUTTON    (do not click on any GREEN Continue button, that's an ad on the website. You should NOT be asked for a credit card!) 4. Scroll to bottom of the next page. Click BLACK CONTINUE BUTTON 5. Do the above step about 8 times! Yes, the Cabaret category is buried at the back!  6. Finally, the Best Performance in a Cabaret Category. Vote for ME! 7. Continue scrolling through the pages until you get to a page where you will complete your contact info. 8. You can sign up for the newsletter if you like (and unsubscribe at ay time). 9. Click FINISH to register your vote. IMPORTANT: You must click FINISH in order to register your vote! But wait! You haven’t seen “RetroSexual” yet? No worries. You can catch excerpts on the Sizzle Reel here: https://lnkd.in/gp99TrwX Please give a thumbs up and/or comment for extra credit HAHA David LaDuca, veteran of Broadway, film and television, breathes new life into The Great American Songbook in this multimedia musical and visual presentation, “RetroSexual.” He soulfully sings time-honored classics of a simpler time, when we thought about being waxed not vaxed! Supported by dazzling, danceable big band musical arrangements, retro-inspired projected backgrounds, and hilarious spoof commercial breaks peppered throughout. Feel free to get up and dance the night away! Waxed | Vaxxed | Relaxed ******************************************************************************* “David LaDuca is a one man Vegas show: he’s equal parts Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis. He can make you roar with laughter one minute and feel nostalgic the next. Don’t miss this special evening chock full of great songs, laughs, and feels! LaDuca is the ultimate charmer!”  - Car Takes With Deborah and Joel, YouTube ******************************************************************************* "Life without music would be a mistake!”     - Friedrich Nietzsche Thank you for your support of live arts. Go to:

Check out the latest blog post on the comparison between Gaucho vs. Aja, featuring insights into the musical influences of David Crosby, Hall & Oates, and the first album by Pablo. Gain valuable knowledge on this intriguing topic by clicking on this link: https://lnkd.in/eNVB7hXx. #socialmediamarketing #blogpost #musicinsights

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Call for Papers: Studies in Musical Theatre 📣 Rolling deadline, general call. Studies in Musical Theatre provides a forum to debate a wide range of texts that articulate the musical together with the theatrical. This peer-reviewed journal brings together a variety of critical approaches to contribute to the discussion surrounding live performance, the development and form of musical theatre and its value as a cultural product in theory and practice. Here, you will find a wealth of writing encompassing everything from opera to film musical to pop video. We welcome discussions on any theme relating to musical theatre in its widest sense, from the musicological to the postdramatic and from the textual to the performative. Articles should be between 5,000–10,000 words and should include original work of a research or developmental nature. #CallforPapers #CFP #MusicalTheatre #PerformingArts View the full call here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ecr8nPj8

How To Make Your MUSICAL Film Great In this video I share some key elements of Stanley Donen and Gene Kelly's, Singin' In The Rain, to help you make your musical great.