The Life 1990

Opened: July 30, 1990
Closing: August 16, 1990

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FRIGID New York Reveals Performance Schedule For 2024 Queerly Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2024


Join the celebration of the LGBTQ+ community at the 2024 Queerly Festival, presented by FRIGID New York at UNDER St. Marks. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

SUNSET BOULEVARD Comes to Stagecrafters
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024


Stagecrafters has announced its upcoming production of Sunset Boulevard running from May 31 to June 23.

LADIES AT A GAY BAR, 1938-1969 Comes to Frigid NYC
by Stephi Wild - May 9, 2024


A 1990’s teen lesbian explores history and reckons with the power of femininity in this 60 minute solo dance/theater performance. Writer and performer Maggie Cee draws on oral history interviews from The Buffalo Women’s Oral History Project to create fictional, history-based monologues that illuminate the feminine women whose stories are too often forgotten, but whose strength and determination made the gay girls’ bars come alive.

FALCON GIRLS World Premiere & More Set for Yale Repertory Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024


Yale Repertory Theatre has revealed its 2024–25 season of five productions. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

Chester Theatre Company Announces Full Casting for 35th Season
by A.A. Cristi - May 7, 2024


Full casting has been announced for Chester Theatre Company's 2024 season. 

Peter Andre Will Lead THE BEST OF FRANKIE VALLI AND THE FOUR SEASONS at the Dominion Theatre
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024


Starring Peter Andre - The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons is a high-pitched celebration of timeless music from one of the biggest selling groups of all time. As part of a major UK Tour in 2025, the show will play one night only at The Dominion Theatre in London on Sunday 16 February. 

SHIRLEY VALENTINE Returns To Pitlochry Festival Theatre in July
by Stephi Wild - May 7, 2024


Pitlochry Festival Theatre will welcome back its award-winning production of the much-loved comedy Shirley Valentine this summer. 

ONCE ON THIS ISLAND Comes To AARLCC Fort Lauderdale
by Blair Ingenthron - May 5, 2024


Get ready to be swept away on a captivating journey as ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, the beloved Broadway musical, takes center stage. With its compelling story, vibrant characters, and unforgettable music, this Tony Award-winning production is set to astound audiences at the African-American Research Library & Cultural Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL, May 10th & 11th, in celebration of Haitian Heritage Month.

Review: Lorna Luft's Triumphant Return to 54 Below with HOME AGAIN
by Analisa Bell - May 6, 2024


Lorna Luft captivated the audience at 54 Below on Friday night. The child of legendary performer Judy Garland and producer Sid Luft, Ms. Luft is no stranger to the stage, and she had the audience in the palm of her hand with this entertaining evening of music celebrating New York writers of Tin Pan Alley, the Brill Building, and beyond!

PACIFIC SYMPHONY SUMMERFEST 2024 Season Announced At Irvine's New Amphitheater
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2024


A new chapter begins for Pacific Symphony and the Orange County community, when the orchestra settles into its brand new summer home at Great Park Live located in the heart of Irvine

Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone Will Return to Broadway in THE ROOMMATE
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2024


Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone will return to Broadway this year! The pair will star in the new comedy, The Roommate by Jen Silverman. Learn more here!

Find Out Who's Receiving 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre and Special Tony Awards
by Stephi Wild - May 2, 2024


The Tony Awards Administration Committee has announced that the honorees for the 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre, as well as Special Tony Awards.

Bard Music Festival Presents BERLIOZ & HIS WORLD In August
by A.A. Cristi - May 1, 2024


This August, the Bard Music Festival returns for its 34th season with an intensive two-week exploration of “Berlioz and His World.” In eleven themed concert programs, the festival examines the life and times of visionary French composer Hector Berlioz, whose grand-scale works, startling sonorities, and advanced literary leanings helped redefine musical Romanticism.

Wagner College Theatre Reveals 2024/25 Season
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024


Wagner College Theatre has announced its 2024-25 season of storytelling! Check out the lineup here!

David Henry Hwang's YELLOW FACE Audible Drama to Be Released in May
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 29, 2024


The Audible adaptation of David Henry Hwang's Yellow Face, announced last year, will premiere on May 2, 2024. The cast for the audible drama includes Jason Biggs, Daniel Dae Kim (CK), Ashley Park, Wendell Pierce, Benedict Wong, Noah Bean, Dick Cavett, Margaret Cho, Ronan Farrow, Fritz Friedman, Joel De La Fuente, Margaret Fung, Gish Jen, Francis Jue, and more.

Dave Stryker Organ Trio, Take 6, and More to Play Birdland Over the Next Two Weeks
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 27, 2024


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced all jazz programming running April 29th - May 12th.

Juston McKinney to Headline Comedy Night At Slater's in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 26, 2024


Join the laughter as Juston McKinney headlines Comedy Night at Slater's in May. Learn more about McKinney and see how to purchase tickets!

Theatre Ariel to Present the Philadelphia Premiere of AMSTERDAM This November
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2024


Theatre Ariel will return to producing fully-staged performances this fall with a Philadelphia Premiere.

Video: Recap Broadway's Danciest Musicals
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 26, 2024


Some musicals from Broadway past, however, have used dance as the driving force of the musical narrative. Justin Peck continues in that tradition with Illinoise, now running on Broadway at the St. James Theatre. To celebrate it's arrival, check out a collection of videos of musicals in which dance is truly the star. 

Interview: Deon Releford-Lee of TINA: THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL at Ohio Theatre
by Paul Batterson - Apr 24, 2024


“People know me as this light, fun person. They have a hard time seeing me play a character like that because it’s so different from (who I am).” Deon Releford-Lee

Review: PRELUDE TO A KISS Returns to South Coast Repertory as a World Premiere Musical
by Michael Quintos - Apr 23, 2024


Based on Craig Lucas' 1988 play and 1992 film adaptation of the same name, PRELUDE TO A KISS - THE MUSICAL is an admirable first attempt of a new musical that is, clearly, still a work-in-progress. In its current state, this genuinely charming but disjointed musical could use a sharp refocus and some more magical and narrative clarity.

Alex Romania's FACE EATERS Comes to The Chocolate Factory Theater
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2024


Experience the thrilling performance of Alex Romania's FACE EATERS at The Chocolate Factory Theater. Dive into this unique theatrical experience that pushes boundaries and challenges conventions.

Review: CALENDAR GIRLS, The Mill at Sonning
by Mica Blackwell - Apr 22, 2024


Unlike Firth’s decision to stretch out the film’s first half for the musical, confusingly ending it on the long-awaited calendar photoshoot, his play adaptation allows the audience to see the impact the calendar has on the outside world and the women’s personal lives.

Boston Modern Orchestra Projects Ends Season With Free Concert in May
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 21, 2024


The Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP), the nation's premier orchestra dedicated exclusively to commissioning, performing, and recording new orchestral music, concludes its 26th season with a free concert at New England Conservatory's Jordan Hall, Saturday, May 25, 2024, at 8:00 p.m.

2024 Queerly Festival to Take Place This Summer At UNDER St. Marks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2024


Join the 2024 Queerly Festival at UNDER St. Marks this summer. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.

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