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Breaking The Story.
"Breaking The Story" is written by Alexis Scheer and its premise is about journalists in war areas around the world. The ninety minute play at the Tony Kiser Theater goes back and forth from war torn countries to Marina's (Maggie Siff) newly purchased home in Wellesley, Massachusetts.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).about a month ago in Beat
Exploring Lucrative Music Careers: Your Guide to Thriving in the Evolving Industry
Explore the dynamic and expanding job market within the music industry in 2024, including emerging opportunities in music production, education, therapy, and entrepreneurship, as well as the skills and qualifications needed for success, the influence of technology on music careers, tips for effective band promotion online, and the highest-paying music careers.
By David Snamabout a month ago in Beat
Pandit Ravi Shankar. AI-Generated.
Pandit Ravi Shankar, born Robindro Shaunkor Chowdhury on April 7, 1920, was an iconic Indian sitarist and composer. His influence extended far beyond his own performances, leaving an indelible mark on the world of music. Here are some highlights from his remarkable legacy:
By Allwyn Roman Waghela2 months ago in Beat
K. S. Chithra
K. S. Chithra, the celebrated Indian playback singer and Carnatic musician, is a true musical gem with a career spanning over four decades. Her versatility knows no bounds, allowing her to seamlessly transition across languages and genres. Let’s explore her remarkable journey:
By Allwyn Roman Waghela2 months ago in Beat
Sayang: Embracing Love and Release
The Indonesian language is beautiful, and I’ve always yearned to delve into its literature. Just as a superb sentence captivates you, encouraging you to relish it slowly, it should possess a distinct style, with words arranged uniquely by its author, enticing you to replay it in your mind and recall it later.
By Esha Taylor2 months ago in Beat
Uncle Vanya.
For the modern theater lover "Uncle Vanya" at Lincoln Center's Vivian Beaumont Theater may very well be for you. This "Vanya" is not the typical play by Chekhov; in its new rendition by Heidi Schreck, we get more modern language, modern costumes (Kaye Voyce) and modern direction by Lila Neugebauer. Vanya (Steve Carell) has spent most of his life farming the land so that Alexander (Alfred Molina) can carry on with his art studies as a celebrated professor and teacher. Both Molina and Carell as well as Alison Pill as Sonya are standouts in this production, laying waste to all the other actors in the cast. Where the sound resonates in this well appointed theater (Mikhail Fiksel and Beth Lake), the sets by Mimi Lien are unimpressive. Lap Chi Chu gives us the support on lighting and her moods vary well amongst this two hours and fifteen minutes. "Uncle Vanya" is slow at times, very slow due to Neugebauer's direction. Actors don't always blend well causing pockets of weakness in the dialogue. Both William Jackson Harper as Astrov and Anika Noni Rose as Elena cannot hold the stage nor the attention of the audience. Since the show is put in modern language, these two actors appear more like people in the inner city rather than stage professionals; even their body language goes anathema to this great classic. In a slow-go of this play, the show does pick up almost half way through the first act. The dialogue and the melding of characters never fully catches its stride however. We get a mesh-mosh of thoughts, feelings and adversity, but the true feelings are never brought to the forefront emotionally. At the end of the play we get to hear Vanya rant about his feelings, how he gave up his life for the farm which is weakly portrayed at the back of the theater. The audience never feels his pain as Carell holds back and we never feel the strong emotions. More comedic than serious, he is at his best when the show has him bantering about. In Voyce's costumes we get both the elegant and the mundane. Never overwhelmed by the garb, it fades away like much of this play does. For the modern theater lover, however, there are a lot of things in this show that you will like. The sets which never really blend with the show are intricate and give meaning to the modern. The deft sound keeps the play eery at times especially with the reverbs at different times during the performance. The backdrop in the second act is clever even though it is difficult to sift through the conventional writings of Chekhov... it goes against the grain of what we have seen in the past. "Uncle Vayna" is a mixed bag and is not for everyone, it takes the conventional completely out of the picture and puts us in the new world of modern.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 months ago in Beat
Musical Mysteries Unveiled: From Ancient Hymns to Hoof Flutes
In the whimsical realm of ancient melodies, where clay tablets and bone flutes reign supreme, there's a musical mystery that transcends the ages. So, grab your imaginary lyre and let's take a delightful romp through the annals of history as we uncover the oldest tunes ever to grace human ears—and maybe share a chuckle or two along the way!
By NICKSON NJERU3 months ago in Beat
How to Create Catchy Beats That Grab Listener Attention
In the world of music production, creating beats that are not only catchy but also grab the listener's attention is crucial. Whether you're a seasoned producer or just starting out, mastering the art of crafting beats that stand out can make all the difference in your music. In this article, we'll explore some tips and techniques for creating catchy beats that will captivate your audience.
By BLESSING COOL 3 months ago in Beat