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Grayson Hugh
... al relapse with alcohol in 2000, Hugh has emerged sober, stronger and more prolific than ever. In the words of one writer: "With An American Record, the payoff is just beginning. Grayson Hugh has been there and is back again. His story - our story - has to be heard." (Robert Doerschuk, CMA World.com (May 10, 2010). • • • • Hugh first met singer Polly Messer in 1980, when she was singing with the swing band Eight To The Bar. Grayson's good friend Ron Scalise had produce ...
/news/328-grayson-hughMusical tackles difficult subjects
... By Shelley Koppel Your Voice News & Views/Staff writer skoppel@yourvoiceweekly.com STUART — Musical theater has tackled serious issues for decades. “South Pacific” dealt with racial prejudice. “Cabaret” was set in Nazi Germany amidst growing anti-Semitism. “A Chorus Line” and “Rent” brought up issues of homosexuality and drug use; the latter also tackled the difficult subject of HIV and AIDS. “Next to Normal,” a rock musical by Brian Yorkey and Tom Kitt, brings light o ...
/news/331-musical-tackles-difficult-subjectsThe Big Lebowski ~ Cult Classic!
... The rug that “really ties the room together” was inspired by a real-life experience. According to legend, Joel and Ethan Coen were at a barbecue, during which the host would randomly and repeatedly stop between conversations and say “Doesn’t this rug really tie the room together?” Obviously, the comment stuck with them. ...
/news/337-the-big-lebowski-cult-classicNestor Torres
... the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston. When he finally moved to Miami in 1981, Nestor saw the opportunity to incorporate his classical teaching with the fresh and vibrant flair of the South Florida music scene, as he began to learn how to improvise using a Cuban dance style called “Charanga”. Nestor’s hard work paid off and the aspiring flautist began playing with local Cuban and Latin dance bands which included the likes of Ray Barretto, Eddie Palmieri, and Celia Cruz. Now ...
/news/343-nestor-torresIt’s a party and you’re invited!
... licious food, “bootleg” beverages, fun and many surprises. One of the biggest surprises the “Flappers and Fellas” will see is how the Elliott Museum has been transformed into The Cotton Club Speakeasy. Planning this inaugural annual gala is The Lyric’s League of Extraordinary Women, plus a few guys. This newly formed group of outstanding volunteers is dedicated to the success of The Lyric and the gala. League members include Bridget Baratta, Frank Byers, Jr, Ethel Christin, Patty Do ...
/news/346-its-a-party-and-youre-invitedInternationally renowned, locally loved countertenor Terry Barber to perform at Lyric Theatre
... STUART — He has been featured on albums along side pop superstars Madonna and Cyndi Lauper, was a member of a multiple Grammy winning group and to the surprise of many, lives in our own backyard. Palm City’s own Terry Barber will be showcasing his talents for his local supporters on Sunday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. at the historic Lyric Theatre. Although he is now known internationally for his unique voice and ability to sing in the countertenor range, Barber’s musical talent was first discovere ...
/news/412-internationally-renowned-locally-loved-countertenor-terry-barber-to-perform-at-lyric-theatreA Peter White Christmas featuring Rick Braun and Mindi Abair
... tes, a meeting that would lead to an extended professional and personal musical relationship between Stewart and White. Touring with Stewart, Peter White opened for a number of major artists, such as Linda Ronstadt, Billy Joel, and Queen. Peter personally contributed to Al Stewart’s success, working with Stewart in recording the major 1976 hit “Year of the Cat.” Peter White’s success as a session guitarist encouraged the musician to embark on his own solo career, beginning in 1990. Hi ...
/news/427-a-peter-white-christmas-featuring-rick-braun-and-mindi-abairA Peter White Christmas featuring Rick Braun and Mindi Abair
... tes, a meeting that would lead to an extended professional and personal musical relationship between Stewart and White. Touring with Stewart, Peter White opened for a number of major artists, such as Linda Ronstadt, Billy Joel, and Queen. Peter personally contributed to Al Stewart’s success, working with Stewart in recording the major 1976 hit “Year of the Cat.” Peter White’s success as a session guitarist encouraged the musician to embark on his own solo career, beginning in 1990. Hi ...
/news/448-a-peter-white-christmas-featuring-rick-braun-and-mindi-abairThe Machine Performs Pink Floyd
... The Machine has performed a number of shows with full symphonic orchestras, enhancing and adding depth to classic Pink Floyd numbers. Once merely a tribute band, the quartet has begun to attract a large and loyal fan following and the group has released several CDs and DVDs, including the 2006 release, Unplugged, containing a rare acoustic performance at B.B. King’s in New York City of obscure solo material from founding Pink Floyd member Syd Barrett and deep cuts from the early albums. Repre ...
/news/475-the-machine-performs-pink-floydThe Machine Performs Pink Floyd
... The Machine has performed a number of shows with full symphonic orchestras, enhancing and adding depth to classic Pink Floyd numbers. Once merely a tribute band, the quartet has begun to attract a large and loyal fan following and the group has released several CDs and DVDs, including the 2006 release, Unplugged, containing a rare acoustic performance at B.B. King’s in New York City of obscure solo material from founding Pink Floyd member Syd Barrett and deep cuts from the early albums. Repre ...
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