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Reading music opens up a whole new world to you. Learning this elegant and precise language gives you access to classical, romantic and modern music. Whether you want to play Beethoven's Fur Elise or Songs from the latest Broadway Musicals, you can learn to read piano sheet music in just 60 minutes a week. Music notation, as we know it today, was devised over 1,000 years ago by an Italian monk called Guiddo of Arezzo. He decided to write music on 5 parallel lines called a staff. A clef was placed at the beginning to give the notes a fixed pitch. It was invented specifically for choristers, who otherwise had to commit to memory a vast collection of Gregorian Chants. Learning to read music is both...

I always enjoy going to Broadway shows, whether it be Les Miserable, Phantom of the Opera or Wicked. Today I wanted to share with you my opinions on the play Wicked. I am not musically inclined nor do I have any training on what makes a musical so good, but what I do offer is the opinion of a regular person. So if you are like me and just want to have a good theater experience then this article is for you. The play Wicked is a tale of misunderstanding and triumph over evil. It is the story of the Wicked Witch of the West and the unfortunate turn of events that thrust her into the spotlight off being the enemy of all that is good. The play starts out with an amazing number by the munchkin people...

Chess is a musical with lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson, formerly of ABBA. The story involves a romantic triangle between two top players, an American and a Russian, in a world chess championship, and a woman who manages one and falls in love with the other; all in the context of a Cold War struggle between the United States and the Soviet Union, during which both countries wanted to win international chess tournaments for propaganda purposes. Following the pattern of Jesus Christ Superstar and Evita, a highly successful concept album of Chess was released in 1984. The premiere of the musical provoked an overall mixed to favourable verdict from the critics and...

-- End Ad Box ---> One of the most difficult parts of being in musical theater, especially for kids, is the auditioning process. What follows are 3 of the most important tips to give your child when it comes to auditioning for musical theatre or Broadway shows: 1) Find Out What’s Needed for the Audition This might seem like common sense, but it’s very important to know specifically what the people who are conducting the audition are looking for. Keep in mind there are three aspects to musical theatre -dance, singing, and acting. Sometimes an audition calls for you to know 16 bars of a song and to bring their own music. Other times the audition calls for you to have memorized a 1...

If you happened upon this article, you're probably expecting a long list of the absolute best musical theatre audition songs. Am I right? Well, I'm sorry to disappoint you, but I didn't make that list. In fact, you'd be hard-pressed to find such a list anywhere on the world wide web. Why? Because audition songs are as unique and diverse as the actors who sing them. And what's in vogue today will be passe tomorrow. I could no more tell you what songs to sing than tell you who you should marry, or where in the world to live. That being said, what songs are right for you? And how do you find them? Here are four ways to find the right audition songs for you: 1. Ask your friends. In fact, my songbook is...

1948 was a banner year for Broadway shows in New York, with some of the world's favorite plays and musicals debuting in 1948. Almost all of these popular plays and musicals were made into films at some point, which indicates just how popular they were (and still are) with Broadway audiences. Some of the most popular 1948 Broadway shows include: Mr. Roberts This comedy opened on Broadway in February 1948, and starred Henry Fonda as Lieutenant Roberts, the beleaguered junior grade officer on board a cargo ship during the Second World War. Roberts wants to get off the ship and do some actual fighting, but the tyrannical captain won't sign his orders and let him go. This classic comedy was made into a...

There are many different plays that people love to see. Of these it is clearly visible of the popularity which some of these musicals have as opposed to others. One of the better known and highly popular Broadway musicals Cats by Andrew Lloyd Webber is well remembered. Even though this particular musical is no longer showing on Broadway the memories of this play still linger. While most of the musicals you will see deal with the antics of people the Broadway musical Cats shows us an imaginary tale of cats and their lives. Of course these Cats of the Broadway musical are not confined to your average colored cat. These magnificent creatures are provided with coats in a rainbow array of colors. The...

You've just heard about your first musical theater audition. You've not auditioned for musicals before, so you don't know what will happen. What should you aim for? First, let's explore what an audition is for. For the casting panel, it's an opportunity to see new people, or to remind themselves of familiar people. It's a chance to see who and what is out there, to make decisions about casting, and to match up different actors to make a company. For you, it's an opportunity to let the casting panel get to know your performing ability, hear you sing and see you in your choice of character. Now let's explore what the first audition is not. It's not a 'real' performance. There's no applause or feedback...

Appreciating music at a young age is healthy.  It keeps the heart and soul of the younger ones vibrant and alive and can be a very good medium to reach out to kids.  Music for Schools Ltd. offers a well composed collection of Easter songs and musicals for schools for children.   Not all schools have the necessary talents to write a really good musical. Many are pressed for time.  Music for Schools Ltd. fills this gap. Music is an important part of the educational life of kids in school.  Things are never complete without the musicals for schools. The musicals signal the start, mid-year, and culmination of a school year.   Music for Schools Ltd. is offering a collection of songs for your...

"Have you seen Billy Elliott? 9 to 5? Dirty Dancing?" These questions raise a counter question: "The movie or the musical?" There is no longer a strong line between the film and stage. We're seeing numerous stories crossing the line between the silver screen and the boards of Broadway. There has always been a unification between the arts: literary, visual, graphic, performing. Theatre and film have always incorporated all of these. Musical movies have been around since Gordon McRae and Shirley Jones first expressed their love for each other in both Oklahoma! and Carousel. Musical films may have gotten a little darker with the advent of Chicago, Rent, and Sweeney Todd, but they still capture the...

As well as a host of popular long-running London musicals, there are new musicals opening in London's West End theatres all the time, with plenty of exciting new shows coming soon! Mark your diary and book your theatre tickets early to be among the first to see one of these fantastic new London musicals. All the Fun of the Fair David Essex's sparkling new musical All the Fun of the Fair opened at London's Garrick Theatre on 18 April. Featuring the man himself performing some of his greatest hits, this hot new musical promises to be a real treat for fans. The story is inspired by David Essex's debut album, and tells the tale of a widower funfair owner and his wayward son. Tickets are on sale now and...

The desire to learn to sing opera is one that could eventually help you to move people with your performances. Opera is a unique form of singing: it tells a story, but it also requires a certain skill than not all singers may naturally posses. The good news is that many singers can learn opera with a little dedication and practice. Step 1: Listen Nobody can learn to sing opera effectively without first listening to it. Understanding what makes the great performers so great will help you to understand what will be required of you as an opera singer. Think about what the genre of music includes, and what the style of singing requires. Listening as much as possible will help you to pick up your own...

It is an incontestable fact that there has been a surge in the number of acting and drama schools in recent days. This fact is attributable to a number of factors. The main one is the strong emerging and growing interest in acting (and other artistic careers) in recent days. This is in turn attributable to the 'celebrity culture' that has taken a hold; where celebrities who make a name for themselves through such artistic careers go on to make for themselves stunningly big fortunes. Suddenly, we end up with actors, musicians and even DJs who make more than even the best doctors, lawyers and engineers! Indeed, today, such artists are expected to earn more than the 'professionals' - which would have...

Are you a college sophomore choosing theater as a major, or a high school senior targeting top rated drama schools, theater arts programs, or conservatories for your applications? If so, you may be asking yourself, "Is this really a career path for me?" If you are grappling with this difficult question at all you are on the right track. Every year my freshman acting students would marvel at the ease with which their scientific friends would commit themselves to biology or engineering, untroubled by fears of the future. They, on the other hand, were filled with doubt and insecurity. Some talented young people dropped out of their studio work altogether, admitting they could not live with the...

Many organizations and individuals have contributed and created a name for themselves across the world in performing arts. Most of these people have honed their skills and talents from the very start as they seek for professional training and studies from various performance arts schools all over the world. Performing arts centers range from the most classical and conservative settings to the hip and modern-day artistic rendition of different art forms. Knowing the world's most famous performance arts institutions would give you a thorough peak at how the genre has evolved from then most raw of talent to the most sophisticated performances. Here are some of the world-renowned performance arts...

Performing Arts Schools teach the necessary skills and techniques to become a professional performing artist such as an actor, comedian, singer, musician or dancer. The Performing Arts encompass every type of public performance, including theater, motion pictures, music concerts, dance performances, magic shows, opera, puppet shows, circuses, and many more. Although it is not always required, a formal education can be a great advantage when seeking employment in the field of Performing Arts. It is generally understood by directors and producers that a concentrated education gives the performer a basic knowledge of stage commands and terms, and what is expected of him/her during rehearsals and...

Each year long-running musicals are recast and new musicals are written. You want to audition for a role in these shows but you don't have an agent, and there are thousands of singer dancer actors looking for work. How do you start? Every year, production companies run open calls. They are particularly useful if the show is new or in an unusual genre (grunge/folk/rock or Tuvan throat singing), if there is a serious lack of actors with the relevant casting requirements (ethnic casting or tightrope juggling), or if the casting directors simply want to know what's out there at the moment. Open calls are usually advertised in the theatre press (The Stage newspaper in the UK is an example). The open call...

There are a lot of acting schools to choose from. How do you decide which one is right for you? Below is a checklist of 10 things to take into consideration when making your decision. 1) School Reputation Find out about an acting school's reputation through word-of-mouth and if possible, by asking agents and casting directors at seminars and workshops. Look at how many working actors came out of the school you like in recent years. Also look at the acceptance rate and which schools require an audition. Usually, the better schools are more competitive. Keep in mind, though, that many prestigious acting schools will not allow you to audition professionally until you graduate. 2) The faculty Your...

Almost every child dreams of becoming an actor when he grows up. And, as a parent, it is your responsibility to help your kid realize his dreams. The best thing you can do for him is getting him enrolled in child acting classes. When it comes to grooming your kid’s personality for the fiercely-competitive entertainment and fashion industry, nothing works better than proper training from an expert guide. Acting schools like John Robert Powers have been helping children and adults stabilize their future and find their niche in the world. There is no dearth of acting schools for children. However, it is imperative for parents to be cautious before finalizing on one. The following points need to...

Acting school for kids not only prepares your child to become a rising star on the big screen but also helps with development of speaking skills, confidence and acting skills in children between ages of 3 - 18. In today's competitive marketplace, it is often the person who is best able to express his or her ideas and present a confident self-image that is most successful. These are the types of skills that kids acting classes can provide and build in a child. Acting classes for kids and techniques have been proved to be effective in building these skills in children. Los Angeles acting classes for children, kids and teens are centered around encouraging and praising each student for who they are and...

When you are in New York and decide to watch some of the most popular and most acclaimed Broadway shows, be prepared to put in the effort to obtain those hard-to-get, and sometimes elusive, tickets. In some cases, you may have to fight for them. Some sure ways to get these tickets is to reserve them way in advance or to buy tickets for afternoon shows so that you can be assured of a seat in the theater. If you would like to take on the challenge of getting these Broadway tickets, here are a few tips that can help you in your search. Some tips If you are feeling lucky, you can go directly to the theater box offices of the theaters of the show. If you're really lucky, you might just end up with the...

In different cities in America some theater organizes special Broadway and off-Broadway show for children. In major cities and town there are many show organize each day. The local newspaper and the big hoardings at the main road are the key source of information about the show. There are different types of show organized for the children's where children gets the more entertainment. It is ideal to select the proper show from your children. Here are the tips to select the Broadway show for your children. 1. First tips is to identify the show from the newspaper and magazine or hoardings. You must have to discuss with your children and know their interest. There are Broadway or off Broadway shows...

Unless you're a bazillionaire, you are all probably wondering just how in the hoo-ha you're going to find investors for your Broadway or Off-Broadway show. Here are a few of my strategies that I've used to raise the millions necessary to produce my shows. Strategy 1: Field of Dreams Call me a can of Easy-Cheese if you want, but that creepy voice in the corn field was right: "If you build it, they will come." Spend your time worrying about your product, not about how you're going to pay for it. There are plenty of people in the world that enjoy investing in shows (even in bad ones). Think like a high-tech company (another high-risk business). Put your time and whatever money you do have in R&D...

During their growing years, a number of young adults and teens express their interest in acting and a whole other lot of vocational skills. At this point, parents should sit up and pay heed to their child’s desires and even encourage them further to make a standing for themselves. They should allow them to nurture their own ideas rather than shove some age-old concepts and beliefs down their throat. With a lot of schools and institutes specialising in vocational fields like acting and music, one can just encourage their kid or teen to take up those hobbies which they always thought were a sheer wastage of time. Run by some of the best in the showbiz industry, these establishments offer workshops...

It’s vacation time and you don’t have any idea as to how to keep your children occupied! Well, the answer is simple; just go ahead and get them enrolled for acting classes. With every class, they will get ample opportunities to discover, nurture and explore their own uniqueness which will enable them to standout from the crowd. What’s in Store With the goal of developing acting skills in children, acting schools devise techniques which can take your young ones into any medium like screen, stage, TV, or film. All classes for teens, children, adults and kids are meant to encourage them to use their behaviour, personality and charm in the roles enacted by them. Every character created is not only...

Often due to the huge popularity of Broadway shows, ticket prices of plays, concerts and other performances remain high at all times. Not all can pay such high prices for tickets. Hence, some discount Broadway tickets exist so that we can see some great performances at reduced prices. Discount Broadway tickets can be attained through a number of channels: discount codes on tickets; rush or lottery tickets; standing room only; and student, military, and senior discounts are some types of discount tickets which are available for different types of Broadway shows. Research shows that around 98% of all Broadway tickets are sold by ticket agencies like Tele Charge and Ticket Master. Buying from such...

Musicals are a favourite with all age groups. Did you hear about the Billy Elliot Broadway Show then? You didn't? This is the most talked about musical right now. It has been critically acclaimed as one of the best story's. The story was written by Lell hall in the year 2000. The music was composed by Elton John. After the success of the film it has now been given to the world as a musical. The story is a tear-jearker but highly motivational. A coal miner's son, Billy, discovers one day that he was meant to pirouette. The story then goes on to show the struggle that Billy faces when given a choice between following his heart's desire or following the path that his father thinks he ought to head on...

The best online Broadway tickets do exist and if you look for them, you will be able to attend your favorite Broadway show without any hassles. If you have never seen a Broadway show before, you will want to try and get the best deal and you may not have thought to check online to see if you can get a better deal. When you are looking for the best online Broadway tickets, you may want to determine which show you want to see. You may want to make a priority list and then if you are unable to see the show that is your first choice, you will then be able to have a second and third choice and this can help you to have a backup plan if you are unable to see the original show of your choice. Another key...

Broadway shows are a popular form of entertainment in the US that attracts a large number of theatre lovers. Consequently, the demand for its tickets is awfully high. Since most shows are held for a limited duration of time, there is always a mad rush for tickets. This accounts for some agencies buying tickets in bulk to help people avoid last minute hassles. They sell the tickets later at a price that is inclusive of their margins and this proves to be a good source of revenue for them. There are different techniques that these agencies employ for selling of Broadway tickets. There are many online agencies that can assist in the selling of Broadway tickets. These agencies buy extra tickets, which...

Broadway tickets are something that is highly sought after and they usually go very quickly. If you have always dreamed of attending a Broadway play, there are many ways you can accomplish this goal. You may not realize that you have options when it comes to purchasing tickets and you will want to explore all of your options, before you make any definitive decisions. You may want to start your quest for Broadway tickets by looking at the upcoming schedule and deciding which shows you want to attend. You will want to plan this as much in advance as possible, but even if you find a show that is right around the corner, you should be able to easily find the tickets you desire. Once you have narrowed...

I am an online tickets broker with 25 ticket websites and I also own other online businesses that are not ticket related. I want to share with you something that most people don't know when shopping for Broadway tickets or any other kind of event ticket. If you are thinking about attending a Broadway Theatre Show, and want to get cheap or discount tickets, then you probably already did your homework and went online and priced the tickets. You also found that some of the prices are outrageously high. Here is how the secondary ticket market works. By knowing this little bit of information you will have a lot going for you when you set out to make a purchase. First of all the whole ticket market is...

We all live in a fast moving world so it is extremely difficult as well as we cannot afford to waste our precious time and energy in any extra things that are not so important. In this case buying theater tickets online from a ticket broker sounds very interesting and beneficial. Now since everyone buys tickets online so how do they know to choose the best service out there? Due to the demand for public entertainment there is also an increase in the demand of the services. People find different ways to spend some time in a fun and entertaining way. So these online sites which sell theatres tickets with full guarantee and excellent customer service make this spare time as easy to enjoy as they can...

Broadway theater tickets in New York are always at a premium, especially in the case of popular and hit plays and shows. There are 39 theaters categorized as Broadway theaters, and more than 100 that are known as Off-Broadway and Off-Off-Broadway theaters. Broadway theaters are in midtown Manhattan and are in the area called the Times Square. Theater tickets in New York, especially for the plays and shows on Broadway, are booked months in advance, and if you are unable to lay your hands on them through the Box Office, your best bet could be through some ticket brokers. Tickets From Ticket Brokers Many people visiting New York on a short notice, for business, or are on a vacation, may not have the...

Do you often see concerts, plays, Broadway shows and sports events? Most of the time, people love this form of recreation they give that certain excitement and glamour. However, theater tickets are sometimes hard to get. The most famous Broadway shows and plays are easily sold out. And if you buy theater tickets on the last minute you might lose the premier seats. If you are quite busy with work and don't have the time to go to the ticket outlet to get those theater tickets, you can simply buy them through the internet. Yes, with just a few clicks then on you're on your way to the Broadway experience. Good thing, Golden Circle has a website that is updated regularly to serve clients and customers on...

Theater tickets in London are quite costly and, when combined with the weak dollar, could be prohibitively expensive. A discount ticket booth has been successfully running for decades in Times Square, New York, to help tourists afford the cost of a Broadway show - and the Society of London Theatre has build a similar permanent outlet in the heart of London's theater district, in the very center of Leicester Square. This TKTS outlet (as well as the addition of a second site at the Canary Wharf Station of the Docklands Light Railway) sells same-day theater tickets to the general public for a deeply reduced price plus a minimal service fee £2.50 per seat. Similar to a potluck meal, you never...

Believe it or not, that is actually an understatement! Broadway Theater tickets have taken a rather impressive jump since the global market crashed, and for good reason: costs have risen, and, as a result, theatre attendees have decreased all over the world. It is also, however, a myth! Even though operation of the theatre has, indeed, skyrocketed, there are ways to purchase theater tickets at the industry's lowest possible prices. It is merely a matter of where you are looking. With the current economic market being what it is, it has become imperative for us to save as much money as humanly possible. This goes without saying, but the main focus of this article is actually to assist you in this...