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...
Heartbeat Opera Brings Big Operatic Vision to Intimate Stages
Dan Schlosberg vividly recalls the humble beginnings of Heartbeat Opera. Eleven years ago, the company staged its very first performance in a yoga studio...
IU Set for May Comeback with Cha Eun-woo in Music Video Cameo
IU is set to make her long-awaited return as a singer this May, marking her first musical release since her EP The Winning in...
dearAlice: The First British K-pop Boy Band’s Journey to SMTown Live London
Two years ago, Olly, Dexter, and Blaise knew little about K-pop. Today, they are gearing up for their debut at SMTown Live London as...
Canton Disco: The Legacy of Hong Kong’s Legendary Nightclub
On March 30, 1985, Canton Disco opened in Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, drawing an overwhelming crowd of 11,000 to a venue designed for just...
The Who Announce Final North American Tour After Six Decades of Rock
Legendary rock band The Who has announced their final North American tour, marking the end of an extraordinary musical journey that has spanned more...
Michael Tilson Thomas’ Last Performance Marks an Era of Innovation and Legacy
San Francisco mayor Daniel Lurie declared a special day in honor of Michael Tilson Thomas, with City Hall glowing in his signature blue, and...
Virtual K-pop Group Plave Takes the Global Stage
Plave, a virtual K-pop group, has become one of the hottest names in the music scene, captivating millions of fans with their dynamic performances...
Virtual K-pop Group PLAVE Breaks Records and Hearts Worldwide
PLAVE, a rising star in the K-pop world, is capturing hearts globally—despite not being made of flesh and blood. The five-member group—Yejun, Noah, Eunho,...
How Age-Appropriate Are Disney Musicals for Children? What Parents Should Know
Disney stage musicals like Frozen and The Lion King have become massive draws for families, especially those with young children. These performances captivate kids,...
K-pop Star Bain’s Public Coming Out Sparks Conversation on LGBTQ+ Representation
During a performance on April 22 in Los Angeles, Bain, the lead vocalist of the K-pop boy band Just B, made a groundbreaking announcement...
Jensen McRae’s Journey from Viral Song to Debut Album
In early 2021, as the Covid-19 vaccine rolled out, singer-songwriter Jensen McRae shared a humorous tweet predicting that Phoebe Bridgers would release a song...
K-pop Group Epex Set to Perform in Mainland China After Nearly a Decade
After nearly a decade of unofficial restrictions on K-pop performances in mainland China, there are signs that Beijing may be softening its stance on...
Igor Levit Takes on Vexations in a Marathon Performance Directed by Marina Abramovic
On April 24, classical pianist Igor Levit took to the stage at London’s Queen Elizabeth Hall for a remarkable performance that would test his...
Stephen Sondheim’s Legacy Lives On in “Old Friends” Broadway Show
Stephen Sondheim, the legendary theatre composer, was known for his love of puzzles, and upon his passing in 2021, he left behind a unique...
