Music & Theater
AI Musicians Redefine Creativity in the Streaming Era
When most bands prepare for a performance, they rely on guitars, keyboards, and drums. British AI music creator Oliver McCann, who performs under the name imoliver, instead turns to...
New Vaccine Panel Recommendations Weaken Covid and Childhood Immunization Guidance
New recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), a federal vaccine panel...
Retailers Slash Seasonal Hiring to Lowest Level Since 2009
Seasonal hiring in the retail sector is on track to fall to its lowest...
Ford Offers Subprime Buyers Special Financing to Boost F-150 Sales
Ford Motor is ramping up efforts to drive sales of its flagship F-150 pickup...
New Home Sales Jump 20.5% in August Despite High Mortgage Rates
Sales of newly built homes surged 20.5% in August compared with July, marking the...
Tan Dun’s Enchanting Harmony: A Union of Martial Arts and Music through his Trilogy
With its first note struck, Tan Dun's Martial Arts Trilogy doesn't merely weave harmonies; it stitches together poignant tales, sharing narratives of love and...
Harmonizing Epochs: Traditional Piano Meets Digital Art in a Unique Beijing Music Festival Performance
Under the illustrious umbrella of the Beijing Music Festival, a novel tapestry of art unfolded, where the reverberations of traditional piano melodies intertwined with...
Reviving Ancient Echoes: A Musical Ode to Cai Wenji in the Heart of Beijing
In the venerable precincts of Beijing's Temple of Heaven, where the historic echos of the Divine Music Administration still linger, an ethereal blend of...
Jennie’s Triumph Return with “You & Me” and Her Flourishing Career Highlights
Blackpink’s Jennie, a multi-faceted artist and a globally recognized K-pop sensation, once again enamored her expansive fanbase, affectionately known as ‘Blinks,’ with the release...
Billie Eilish’s Musical Journey Immortalized in “Female Force” Comic Series
At a tender age of 21, Billie Eilish has not only conquered the global music scene but also gracefully danced her way into the...
The Final Curtain for Glenn Miller’s Orchestra: Music and Patriotism in 1942
1942 was a year fraught with tensions as World War II raged on, casting a shadow over many aspects of daily life, including the...
The Century-Long Legacy of “Memphis Blues”: Charting the Course of Blues Music
It's been 101 years, and the echoes of W.C. Handy's "Memphis Blues" still reverberate through time, evoking the soulful rhythms and melodies that heralded...
“Xiqudonglai”: A Theatrical Dive into China’s Culinary Legacy
In the heart of Beijing's cultural district, the Poly Theater played host to a unique theatrical experience, titled "Xiqudonglai", from September 15 to 20....
Usher Announced as Super Bowl 2024 Halftime Performer
In a grand revelation on Sunday, the National Football League (NFL), Apple Music, and Roc Nation jointly announced that the illustrious Grammy-winning sensation, Usher,...
IU’s Concert Film “The Golden Hour” Makes Global Cinema Splash
In the world of K-pop, few artists shine as brightly as IU. Her 2022 concert, titled “The Golden Hour: Under the Orange Sun,” mesmerized...
Beijing Fringe Festival: A Beacon for International Theater Enthusiasts
The 16th iteration of the Beijing Fringe Festival, known as a crown jewel in the realm of international theater, commenced with great fanfare at...
Gearing Up for the Future: The George Enescu Festival in Romania
Amid the fervor of classical music in Romania's capital, the renowned George Enescu Festival is drawing to a close, leaving behind memories of musical...
Kodaline’s Journey: From Heart-Wrenching Ballads to Maturing Sound
During their 2023 Asian tour, renowned Irish band Kodaline made a pitstop in Hong Kong, sharing insights on their musical journey. Known for their...
Hyung-ki Joo: Reimagining Classical Music with Playfulness and Passion
Classical music, a genre often wrapped in an aura of seriousness, finds a lively and playful advocate in the Korean-British pianist Hyung-ki Joo. Revered...
