Review: BROADWAY DIVAS at Greenfinch Theater And Dive Bar
Prism Theatre Company rolled out their new production concept at Greenfinch Theater and Dive Bar on Thursday Evening. BROADWAY DIVAS is the first installment of their Meadowlark Cabaret Series. Their company of 14 local actors performed 18 musical theatre songs originated by some of the best-known divas in Broadway history, featuring music by some of the most lauded musical theatre composers. While the production is billed as a cabaret performance, BROADWAY DIVAS is more of a musical revue that featured 5 dynamic and memorable vocal performances.
Utah Symphony Concludes its Season of Storytelling with World-Esteemed Violinist and 'Fanfare'
Now, the symphony will conclude the 2023-24 season, bringing esteemed violinist Anne Akiko Meyers to the stage. This two-evening showcase will close out its Abravanel Hall season on a high note; in total, the Utah Symphony has brought in higher sales this year than ever before with more than 170,000 tickets sold, proving the continued relevance of symphonic music and local Utahns’ interest in supporting the arts.
Video: Will Forte Discusses His Wife's Interest in a MACGRUBER Musical on SETH MEYERS
On Thursday, actor and comedian Will Forte stopped by Late Night With Seth Meyers to discuss some of his latest projects. During the interview, he revealed that his wife, Olivia Modling, is interested in pursuing a musical adaptation of Forte's iconic SNL sketch MacGruber, which later spun off into a feature film and a Peacock series. Watch the interview here!
Video: Watch the Cast of THE WIZ Perform 'Ease On Down the Road' on THE TODAY SHOW
As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,' the cast of The Wiz stopped by the show on Friday to perform the song 'Ease on Down the Road' from the new production of the classic musical. Before the performance, Nichelle Lewis, who is playing Dorothy, discussed The Wiz with TODAY's Hoda Katb and Savannah Guthrie. Watch the interview and performance now!
Stephen Sanchez Releases New Song 'Baby Blue Bathing Suit'
Breakout singer/songwriter Stephen Sanchez has dropped a new song, “Baby Blue Bathing Suit,' inspired by the music of The Beach Boys. As with the legendary band’s music, “Baby Blue Bathing Suit” is rife with irresistible hooks that transport listeners to a world of surf, sand, and an endless summer. The song will be included on The Beach Boys: Music From The Documentary soundtrack. Listen now!
BWW Q&A: Wayne R. Scott of ANNE OF GREEN GABLES at LifeHouse Theater
We chat with director Wayne R. Scott about Anne of Green Gables at LifeHouse Theater. He is a writer, composer, producer and director who has authored 30 original musicals and numerous other widely produced works. He has also produced and directed nine musicals at the internationally known Redlands Bowl, including Annie, The Sound of Music, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, The Wizard of Oz, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, and most recently, Disney’s Mary Poppins for the Redlands Community Music Association.
Seth Meyers Renews Deal; Will Host Late Night Show Through 2028
Seth Meyers has renewed his deal with NBCUniversal to host “Late Night with Seth Meyers” through 2028. Meyers’ Sethmaker Shoemeyers production company has also extended its deal with Universal Studio Group to produce content across NBCUniversal platforms. Meyers recently celebrated his 10-year anniversary as host of “Late Night with Seth Meyers.” The Emmy Award-nominated show launched on Feb. 24, 2014.