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'Drag Race' struggles: Salina EsTitties shares the reality behind the glamor

RuPaul's Drag Race alum are struggling to find gigs due to economic challenges and an oversaturated market.
#breakdancing

It's not about Raygun': Breakdancers speak out on Olympics row

The uproar over the Australian breakdancer's performance overshadowed the achievements of other medal-winning dancers, highlighting cultural insensitivity in the criticism.

Raygun musical creator announces completely legal' new show after legal threat from breaker

Broadbridge canceled her Raygun musical due to legal threats but successfully switched to a new parody project titled Breaking The Musical.

Viral breakdancer Raygun to stop competing after Olympics backlash

Rachael Gunn, the Australian break-dancer, has decided not to compete in elite competitions again following backlash and scrutiny after the Paris Olympics.

It's not about Raygun': Breakdancers speak out on Olympics row

The uproar over the Australian breakdancer's performance overshadowed the achievements of other medal-winning dancers, highlighting cultural insensitivity in the criticism.

Raygun musical creator announces completely legal' new show after legal threat from breaker

Broadbridge canceled her Raygun musical due to legal threats but successfully switched to a new parody project titled Breaking The Musical.

Viral breakdancer Raygun to stop competing after Olympics backlash

Rachael Gunn, the Australian break-dancer, has decided not to compete in elite competitions again following backlash and scrutiny after the Paris Olympics.
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#cultural-heritage

Fire dancers bring flames and flow to Adelaide

The Empyre fire festival showcases the cultural significance of fire arts, merging historical practices with contemporary performances in a vibrant setting.

Family 5-Pack to to Shen Yun | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Shen Yun showcases 5,000 years of Chinese culture, blending art with important contemporary themes.

Fire dancers bring flames and flow to Adelaide

The Empyre fire festival showcases the cultural significance of fire arts, merging historical practices with contemporary performances in a vibrant setting.

Family 5-Pack to to Shen Yun | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Shen Yun showcases 5,000 years of Chinese culture, blending art with important contemporary themes.
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#tribute-band

Taylor Swift tribute performer says she is making $18,000 per show

The Blank Space Tribute Band is making significant earnings covering Taylor Swift songs, showcasing the financial impact of her music on others.

Giving Hornchurch 'a Take That experience'

Nik Parsons leads The Take That Experience, a prominent tribute band, focusing on delivering an authentic performance to East London audiences.

Taylor Swift tribute performer says she is making $18,000 per show

The Blank Space Tribute Band is making significant earnings covering Taylor Swift songs, showcasing the financial impact of her music on others.

Giving Hornchurch 'a Take That experience'

Nik Parsons leads The Take That Experience, a prominent tribute band, focusing on delivering an authentic performance to East London audiences.
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#theater

A hearty Amen! to 'The Black Feminist Guide to the Human Body' - 48 hills

The play explores the complexities of Black womanhood through a blend of humor, personal narrative, and historical context.

Stratford-Upon-Lake-Michigan: Royal Shakespeare Company Plays Chicago

The Royal Shakespeare Company has reduced its U.S. performances, pivoting to a partnership with Chicago Shakespeare Theater post-pandemic.

A history of Shakespeare at the A.R.T. - Harvard Gazette

Innovative adaptations of Shakespeare's works showcase diverse interpretations and creative staging by various theater companies over the years.

Saturday Write Fever: Insta-Plays Written & Performed | SF

EXIT Theatre offers a free monthly event encouraging spontaneous script-making and performances, fostering a collaborative spirit among writers, actors, and audiences.

A hearty Amen! to 'The Black Feminist Guide to the Human Body' - 48 hills

The play explores the complexities of Black womanhood through a blend of humor, personal narrative, and historical context.

Stratford-Upon-Lake-Michigan: Royal Shakespeare Company Plays Chicago

The Royal Shakespeare Company has reduced its U.S. performances, pivoting to a partnership with Chicago Shakespeare Theater post-pandemic.

A history of Shakespeare at the A.R.T. - Harvard Gazette

Innovative adaptations of Shakespeare's works showcase diverse interpretations and creative staging by various theater companies over the years.

Saturday Write Fever: Insta-Plays Written & Performed | SF

EXIT Theatre offers a free monthly event encouraging spontaneous script-making and performances, fostering a collaborative spirit among writers, actors, and audiences.
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Dance review: Deep dives into the NEW * Oregon ArtsWatch

The New Expressive Works residency nurtures emerging choreographers through free rehearsal space and personalized guidance, culminating in live performances.

Die Fledermaus - Guildhall School of Music & Drama - Review

The Guildhall School's production of Die Fledermaus is a masterfully joyful farce filled with humor and intricate choreography.

BODYTRAFFIC opens White Bird's dance season with verve and flair

BODYTRAFFIC delivered a powerful and energizing performance, showcasing their dynamic range and ability to captivate audiences amidst today's challenging times.
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Enda Walsh delivers a five-star dazzler and Forced Entertainment make mischief at Dublin theatre festival

Performance art can evoke deep emotional responses through innovative combinations of multimedia elements.
Collaboration between experienced artists enhances the storytelling experience, creating profound connections with the audience.

Maggie Smith's Influence Rippled to the Cocktail Hour

Maggie Smith's captivating performances were marked by subtlety and small moments rather than loud dramatics, leaving a lasting impact on her admirers.

'We've been called witches more than once but it's a positive' - meet Ireland's only professional female magicians

Female intuition provides unique advantages in the male-dominated field of magic, challenging historical gender norms.

Louise & Banda Sin Nombre

Banda Sin Nombre merges global folk music with performance art; Louise offers a soulful solo acoustic experience based on personal narratives.

Eureka O'Hara on her Chappell Roan & Ice Spice fantasy, losing her wig & discovering her inner Divine - Queerty

Eureka O'Hara stars in Spiegelworld's DiscoShow, highlighting the rich history and culture of disco through immersive performances.

Spoken word in the spotlight for San Jose Poetry Festival

The San Jose Poetry Festival emphasizes spoken word poetry, showcasing top poets to renew interest in the genre.
#comedy

No place like home: A gay comedian's club odyssey

Rich Kiamco's The Laugh Tour has secured a permanent venue after a decade of touring, highlighting resilience and adaptation in comedy.

Edinburgh festival 2024: the best comedy, theatre and dance already reviewed

Gary McNair creates a joyful one-man show about Billy Connolly
Chris Grace tests acting boundaries with comedy
Reuben Kaye hosts a debauchery-filled cabaret
Sarah Keyworth explores non-binary identity through comedy
Shamilton! offers an improvised hip-hop musical experience

No place like home: A gay comedian's club odyssey

Rich Kiamco's The Laugh Tour has secured a permanent venue after a decade of touring, highlighting resilience and adaptation in comedy.

Edinburgh festival 2024: the best comedy, theatre and dance already reviewed

Gary McNair creates a joyful one-man show about Billy Connolly
Chris Grace tests acting boundaries with comedy
Reuben Kaye hosts a debauchery-filled cabaret
Sarah Keyworth explores non-binary identity through comedy
Shamilton! offers an improvised hip-hop musical experience
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'It's not about being disabled, it's about great art': Unlimited festival returns to London's Southbank Centre

This year's Unlimited festival showcases a broad range of work by disabled artists, marking a return to pre-pandemic artistic breadth.

'The Greatest Show on Earth' returns to Bay Area after 8 years with reimagined circus

Ringling Bros. is back after eight years without live animals, focusing on innovative acts and modern performances.

An Evening with Kazuo Ishiguro & Stacey Kent at the Queen Elizabeth Hall

Kazuo Ishiguro collaborated with Stacey Kent on original jazz song lyrics.
The trio presented a unique evening of crossover jazz collaboration at Queen Elizabeth Hall.
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