Review: XANADU at Tower Groves Abbey
Based on the 1980 film starring Olivia Newton-John and, before that, the Rita Hayworth film, Down To Earth, this lively adaptation never takes itself too seriously. From start to finish the ensemble prances, preens, and mugs it up, giving audiences a sugary sweet over the top show filled with kinetic dancing, wonderful singing and plenty of toe tapping melodies.
Cast and Creative Team Set for XANADU At Skylight Music Theatre
Prepare to be blown away by a roller disco extravaganza as Skylight Music Theatre presents the electrifying musical Xanadu, running from January 26 to February 11, 2024. Based on the fan-favorite film starring Olivia Newton-John, this energetic production will transport you to the vibrant era of the 1980s, where roller skates, shoulder pads, legwarmers, and big hair ruled the day.
Temple Theaters to Present XANADU in November
Get Disco Fever with Temple Theaters' production of XANADU in Philly! Experience the glitter, glitz, and roller disco magic of this Tony-nominated musical. Don't miss out on the 'irresistible' and 'most fun you'll have' show.
French Cassettes Release New Single 'Medium Horny'
San Francisco Bay Area quartet French Cassettes return with new single, “Medium Horny,” and a video from director Syra McCarthy Engineered by guitarist Mackenzie Bunch and mixed by Nick Krill (War On Drugs, Generationals), the single leads the way into an upcoming run of U.S. tour dates, kicking off next Wednesday, September 27.
XANADU Comes to Metropolis in July
Closing the 2022 – 2023 Season at Metropolis is the cult movie classic turned musical comedy Xanadu. Kevin Wiczer directs the glitter explosion with choreography by Kristine Burdi and musical direction by Kenneth McMullen.
XANADU Comes to Cortland Repertory Theatre
Cortland Repertory Theatre takes a time trip back to 1980 with their second production in the 51st annual summer season as they present the pop musical “Xanadu”, running from June 21 - 30.
Post Malone to Receive Hal David Starlight Award at 2023 Songwriters Hall of Fame Gala
Post Malone, a Universal Music Publishing Group writer, joins the distinguished company of Lil Nas X, Halsey, Sara Bareilles, Ed Sheeran, Nick Jonas, Nate Ruess, Imagine Dragons’ Dan Reynolds, Taylor Swift, John Legend, Alicia Keys, Ne-Yo, Drake, Benny Blanco, Jason Mraz, John Mayer, Rob Thomas, and John Rzeznik.
Jazz Singer Allison Adams Tucker Releases 'RETRO Trilogy'
In addition to her “Wonderland”—a song conceived of at the Alice in Wonderland statue in New York’s Central Park and co-written with Sprague— she ends the EP with her rendition of Jeff Lynne’s “Mr. Blue Sky,” from Electric Light Orchestra’s 1977 album Out of the Blue. (The music video for “Wonderland” will be released with the album in April).
FRIDAY Drops New Single 'Dear God'
Multihyphenate creator Nicole Daddona, who performs as FRIDAY, shared her new single + video “Dear God.” The accompanying video by Daddona’s production company Magic Society Pictures shows FRIDAY dressed up as a crying, cigarette-smoking clown as she takes over an empty indoor children’s entertainment facility.
Tim Rice to Receive Johnny Mercer Award at the 2023 Songwriters Hall of Fame Annual Induction and Awards Gala
Rice has worked in music, theatre, and films since 1965 and has collaborated with Andrew Lloyd Webber on The Likes Of Us, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Evita. He has also worked on The Lion King, Aida, Aladdin, King David, Beauty and the Beast, Chess, From Here To Eternity, and more.
Mark Erelli's Releases New LP 'Lay Your Darkness Down'
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Mark Erelli has released his new album, Lay Your Darkness Down, via Soundly Music. Erelli created the powerful LP in the wake of being diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa (“RP”) – a devastating, degenerative eye disease that leads to blindness. Plus, check out upcoming tour dates!