The Act on Broadway draws crowds despite critics
Critics generally dislike it yet audiences pack The Act on Broadway. Minnelli stars as Michelle Craig in a meta musical about a Hollywood star in a Las Vegas act, with Scorsese directing and a turbulent production history from Chicago to Los Angeles.
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Mark Goddard
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Thea van Runkle
Liza
Martin Scorsese
New York, New York
Halston
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Taxi
Martin
Los Angeles
Julia Cameron
LBSU jazz ensemble opens season with strong soloists
Long Beach State University studio ensemble 1 under director John Prince opens its season in the Studio Theatre. Tom Kubis leads a lineup with Danny Higgins Jim Cox and Fritz Wineke delivering standout solos on familiar tour material. The group combines solid technique with ensemble strength, though it lacks full house crowds.
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John Prince
Long Beach State University
Montreal
LBSU
Danny Higgins
Jim Cox
Fritz Wineke
Higgins
Kabis
Long Beach State Debuts New Jazz Ensemble
The Long Beach State University New Music Ensemble launched a Small Jazz Ensemble of twelve players to showcase student composers from the Commercial Music Option. Director Justus Matthews said the group aims for public performances and opened with Marlin Levine pieces City of LA and the Note, joined by the LBSU Guitar Ensemble and Vocal Jazz Ensemble.
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Long Beach State University
Sinvikaer
New Music Ensemble
Justus Matthews
LBSU
Ning
Marlin Levine
City of LA
Vocal
Black Theater Role Seen Key to Urban Renewal
UC Berkeley theater historian Margaret Wilkerson argues black community theater groups can stabilize deteriorating urban centers beyond performances. She notes these groups act as role models, aid cultural introduction for youth, and offer vocational opportunities with public and private support. She cites counts in major cities and urges backing for growth.
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Wilkerson
Institute of Government Studies
New York City
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Glen Campbell charts new path as country artist
Glen Campbell says he remains a country boy at heart and plans a broader repertoire in shows in Las Vegas and California. He credits wife Sara Davis for changing his direction and discusses his Arkansas roots, self-management, and ongoing hits like Gentle on My Mind.
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Harrah's
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Arkansas
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