Yes, it is true that Broadway show sales peak during the Holidays, and yes it's true that sales dive around mid-January. But it's also true that Broadway has it's own sort-of Spring revival… Read More
Nothing like a scan of overseas papers to get a different perspective. Last week started with a cabaret look at the news. (ZDF Heute Show). We were presented as a bunch of whinging takers, w… Read More
Fascinating AidaWhilst The Dame has been stoically recovering from illness, both Dillie and Liza have been going it alone on the road to stem our withdrawal symptoms.
Dillie is per… Read More
Wish I was in New York right now, but for those of you lucky enough to be, here is one not to miss @ 59E59.
Fascinating Aida’s Dillie Keane takes her one woman show to New York. … Read More
Sadly, due to problems with the current venue closing, Mihara Donegan Productions have announced that they will be postponing the performances of The Magic of LENA HORNE on Fr… Read More
Are you, like me, having Fascinating Aida withdrawal symptoms? Are you in dire need of a bit of the rib cracking ‘Allo, Bonjour Monsieur or the no dry eye in… Read More
It has come out this week that Barry Manilow is gay. It’s certainly not big news to his die hard fans, especially as he married his longtime manager, Garry K… Read More
An old textile mill serves as the entrance to the grounds of the four ruined castles of Lastours, which stand proud from the bare, rocky landscape between the Orbiel and Gresillou valleys. T… Read More
Never mess with a depressed GOW who is leaving glorious sun-soaked weather for the rain-soaked UK.
The three of us were going through security at Faro Airport this morning and it was not exc… Read More
Several years ago, as part of an ongoing series of blog posts that were part of my Rock Geography series, I did a post on My Father's Place, one of Long Island’s most legendary live ve… Read More
Today, on this latest edition of Rock & Roll Geography, we take a stroll down to California to check out The Whisky A Go Go, one of LA's most historic landmarks. Still in busiin… Read More
Today, on this latest edition of Rock & Roll Geography, we take a stroll down to California to check out The Whisky A Go Go, one of LA's most historic landmarks. Still in busines… Read More
Here's yet another Random Collection
of Tasty Items From The World Wide Web!
Ah, something cool to read over the weekend!
Making Bob Dylan's Archive Come Aliv… Read More
Bloomsday Festival Image (Image Source: bloomsdayfestival.ie)Dublin has always been famous for its literary history and a close-knit relationship with some of the most well-known writers of… Read More
Paris, France, is one of the most famous major cities in the world. It is full of history, beautiful architecture and culture. So many artists, writers and musicians have spent time in Pari… Read More
The child in front of me hurled himself off the tree-top platform high off the forest floor and sped through the air. I couldn’t back out now. While zip-lining had long been on m… Read More
The timing couldn’t have been better, at least not for the Hippodrome. The moment I walked past the gaming area in the central London casino, one of the slot machines paid out the enti… Read More
It is rare that a holiday actually changes your life, but a week on Skyros, the original ‘alternative’ holiday destination, can do just that. From changing jobs or learning new s… Read More
Being in the Land of the Midnight Sun can do strange things to you. A few days into my cruise along the Norwegian coast, I’d been chatting on deck after dinner with my fellow pass… Read More
There was something about P&O Britannia cruise ship which reminded me of Las Vegas, and it wasn’t just the casino. It was partly the vast amount of food on offer on board at its 13… Read More
Confident women have always been easy targets for ridicule. Women are used to having their credentials questioned, their appearance judged, and men given credit for their accomplishments. Ev… Read More
If you’re looking for luxury hotels in the Cotswolds The Lygon Arms will be high on your wish-list, and in fact it was on mine for ages. This historic hotel has been a main fixture in… Read More
Are you interested in exploring Glasgow? Within Scotland’s largest city you will find an array of attractions, something to suit every interest. Although it is not Scotland’s Cap… Read More
Sure, concerts are cool, but have you ever walked into a bar where live musicians casually cover your favorite song and you didn’t even have to pay for it? That’s the shit in Chi… Read More
Bump n’ grind or shimmy on over with your tassels and pasties – you have a burlesque extravaganza waiting for you. Full-reveal or not, this evening is for you to explore the art… Read More
A combination of classical music blended with pop and jazz leads the stellar Ravinia schedule this summer. The 2020 Ravinia season boasts more than 120 events from May 30 through September 1… Read More
As most of Chicago continues to sit in quarantine, many restaurants have been forced to close their dining rooms to their loyal customers, fulfilling orders for delivery and take out only. H… Read More
Bars might be closed around the country, but the show must go on! Drag queens have moved online to provide virtual entertainment to everyone cooped up at home due to the continuing shelter-i… Read More
The Grand Opera House is located in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and it was designed by the theatre architect Frank Matcham and opened in December 1895. The opera contains a 100-seat theatre s… Read More
Repeal Day is right around the corner, so let’s talk about the iconic speakeasies in Chicago. While we’re fortunate enough to enjoy a good drink legally whenever we want, back in… Read More
Are you slowing down from the holiday season? Or are you ready to start your 2022 right? Check out the coolest January happenings varying from food, arts & culture, to nature and outdoor… Read More
This fresh summer weather calls for frosted glass and some local brew! Well, beer lovers are in luck as American Craft Beer Week and Illinois Craft Beer Weeks are both back in Chicago this y… Read More
Whether you like a super sweet Woo Woo or a extra dirty Martini there is nothing like enjoying a expertly mixed cocktail with good company. Belfast is bursting with fantastic bars and so man… Read More
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signs into law restrictions on drag shows, citing concerns that they contribute to the sexualization or grooming of children. The new law goes into effect in July… Read More
José Adelino Barceló de Carvalho, ou simplesmente Bonga, foi a grande figura de destaque na passada, sexta-feira (28.07), no conhecido espaço musical e cultural da capit… Read More
José Adelino Barceló de Carvalho, ou simplesmente Bonga, foi a grande figura de destaque na passada, sexta-feira (28.07), no conhecido espaço musical e cultural da capit… Read More