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‘Glee’ has rabid fans, but they deserve better

Fox's “Glee” has only aired a half-dozen episodes, but it has already established a rabid fan base. Because creativity and frivolity is so rare on network television, those fans have latched on to the over-the-top satire of high school life told through a glee club.

Broadway musical in the works about Woodstock

First it was an iconic concert, then an acclaimed documentary. It was followed by countless books and recordings, not to mention a recent film by Ang Lee. Next, it'll be a Broadway musical.

Musical finds comedy in aging, dentures and death

A musical in Florida about death, drooping, dentures, and other topics of aging is finding a strong following.

Secrets behind the amazing piano-playing cat

She’s the latest YouTube sensation: Nora, the musical feline who plays the piano like a Cat-erewski. And on Wednesday she proved she’s not a fake or a fluke by doing it on live TV. “This is her own thing; it’s not a trick,” said her piano-instructor owner, Betsy Alexander.

Bring back those cheesy movie musicals!

“Mamma Mia!” did big business at the box office. Here's hoping that means we'll go back to a time when movies such as “Xanadu” filled the multiplexes.

Orchestra plays live soundtrack to horse race

Fiery horses and a cloud of dust, but no hearty "Hi-Yo Silver."

Pa. court rules in favor of ex-Drifters manager

A federal court says a former manager of 1950s doo-wop group The Drifters could be entitled to millions of dollars from concert promoters who've infringed on the band's trademark.

US musicians sing support for Iranian protesters

They wouldn't be allowed to perform in Iran, but singers Joan Baez and Jon Bon Jovi are showing their support for protesters.

Now casting: ‘Octomom: The Musical’

There’s no business like Octomom business.

Mixed reviews for 'Priscilla, Queen of the Desert'

Has "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert" conquered London's theater critics? Not exactly.

Disney Channel enrolls 'High School Musical 4'

The Disney Channel is going back to school with "High School Musical 4."

Eurovision Song Contest beloved and belittled

When the representatives of 38 countries gather in Moscow for the Eurovision Song Contest this May, it will be the 53rd broadcast of Europe's annual celebration of pop music that is beloved and ridiculed in equal parts.

Jewish-Arab duo faces criticism ahead of songfest

Israel is sending a Jewish-Arab duo to represent it with a song of peace at Europe's best-known song competition at a particularly fraught moment for relations between the country's Jews and Arabs.

Woman says she was told to use iPod to pay cabbie

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is investigating an incident where a California woman said she was forced to use her iPod as payment for a cab ride. Natalie Lenhart, 20, of Sacramento, took a cab to the airport in early December, but her credit card was declined.

Obama stage musical set for London run

Barack Obama's presidential campaign inspired millions. Now, it has inspired a London musical.

Fox orders musical scripted series

The Fox network is making a musical comedy, a somewhat unusual project for prime-time television.

New star-studded Web video protests Proposition 8

Since Proposition 8 passed in California, much of Hollywood has been up in arms. Now, they are singing and dancing, too, in a new Web video called "Prop 8: The Musical."

Good Housekeeping's best toy awards

For Good Housekeeping’s first annual Best Toy Awards, the editors looked at hundreds of playthings for ages 3 to 14, evaluated 51 favorites, and then let dozens of kids loose to play and choose their top picks. The result: 14 safe, creative, and fun finds.

Chavez in song: Venezuela vote has live soundtrack

Sunday's elections in Venezuela will be a key test for President Hugo Chavez a year after voters defeated his effort to change the constitution, and the socialist leader isn't missing a beat as he campaigns for his allies.

House Democrats' campaign chief will stay on

The architect of the 20-seat gain by House Democrats last week is staying on as their campaign chief for the 2010 midterm elections.

Adult fans of HSM? You’re not alone

Not long ago, I had one of those days where life gave me a whole bunch of lemons. I decided I had two options: I could stick my head in the oven or I could pop in the unopened DVD of “High School Musical” and see what all the fuss was about. I chose the latter. And boy, am I glad I did.

SoCal officials to pave over music-making asphalt

Residents of northern Los Angeles County are not grooving to this music.

Woman fends off burglars with musical instrument

A woman who lives near the Smoky Mountains used a musical instrument to scare away two men who broke into her home. The Knoxville News Sentinel quoted a Sevier County Sheriff's Office report that stated the victim awoke to find two men in her home in Seymour on Saturday morning. Her child was asleep in the home.

Demand extends 'Little House' musical run 2 weeks

They're packing the "Little House" in Minneapolis.

Researchers report toadfish sing to attract mates

It's not exactly Tony serenading Maria in "West Side Story," but for all their homeliness toadfish also sing to attract mates. OK, singing may be a stretch; it's more of a hum. But it turns out to be useful, for science as well as the fish.

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Craftsman Sells Miniature Violin For £600,000
Source: express.co.uk - By Mauro Galluzzo

A CROATIAN craftsman is offering miniature musical instruments for sale - at massive prices. Vladimir Kulic, 48, has put his unique violin - measuring 35x12x3 millimetres - on sale for £600,000.

Three Rare Accordians stolen in burglary.
Source: Wiltshire Times UK

A rare musical instrument was stolen during a burglary at a house in Bradford on Avon on Friday. The Charles Jeffries Anglo chromatic concertina was taken from the house in Ashley Road sometime between 9am and 5pm on Friday December 4.

Beautiful South - Just A Few Things That I Ain
Source: American Freedom and Smitty

The Other McCain" a song and dance man. Who Knew? yipeeeeeeeeeee

Singers Hijack Health Insurance Conference w/ Musical Protest
Source: newsvideoclip.tv

During the American Health Insurance Plans' (AHIP) annual State issues conference in Washington, D.C.

Shelter dogs shine in '101 Dalmatians' musical
Source: msnbc.com

It's a wags-to-riches story: For a new live stage version of "The 101 Dalmatians Musical," the show's four-legged stars were plucked mostly from shelters.

Shelter dogs shine in '101 Dalmatians' musical
Source: msnbc.com

It's a wags-to-riches story: For a new live stage version of "The 101 Dalmatians Musical," the show's four-legged stars were plucked mostly from shelters.

SHOCK: Musical About Meth Wins Best Picture in Portland 48- Hour Film Festival

Satirical short movie was BEST of Portland winner- Mr Merryweather and the Magical Meth Lab - 48 hour Film Project 2009

How a wood carver cracked the code to secret royal Renaissance song
Source: The Times

In the depths of Stirling Castle a secret code has lain hidden in the king's bedchamber for almost half a millennium.

Sound of Music sends youths home
Source: BBC News

Songs from the musical The Sound of Music have been used to encourage youngsters to go home when youth clubs wrap up for the night

BBC NEWS | South Asia | Musharraf duet put on YouTube
Source: BBC News

Will wonders never cease? Musharraf is singing along with a Sufi Qawwali maestro Ustad Hamid Ali Khan at some concert in London, UK. Apparently its a Youtube hit...

The Addams Family becomes a Broadway musical!

After "The Producers," Nathan Lane turned to an even funnier source for his next musical -- the Addams Family!

Village Theatre vet Brian Yorkey gets to Broadway
Source: The Seattle Times

Theater writer Brian Yorkey, an Issaquah native who grew up professionally at Village Theatre, recently was nominated for a Tony Award for "Next to Normal," a critical-hit musical now playing on Broadway.

Susan Boyle to star in Evita musical?
Source: Comunidad Terra

This is just speculation, but Susan has been talking to Andrew Lloyd Webber and from comments he has made, he would not be averse to casting her in one of his shows. What role, though, is not specified.

Penelope Cruz' sultry burlesque number in 'Nine' - also stars Nicole Kidman, Kate Hudson, Sophia Loren, Judi Dench, Marion Cotillard, Stacy 'Fergie' Ferguson, & Daniel Day Lewis
Source: the Mail online

The upcoming musical Nine stars a roll call of Hollywood's most popular leading ladies from Nicole Kidman to Kate Hudson, but it's Penélope Cruz who looks set to steal the show.

"My Favorite Songs" Tries to Bring Families Together Through Singing

Upon meeting Maria von Trapp, the 94 year old daughter of Baron von Trapp, one is immediately smitten. She is such an engaging and gracious woman that it's easy to become enthralled with what she has to say.

You can always count on the quality
Source: eastbayri.com

There are a few things that can go without saying when one attends Manhattan at the Bay, Bay View Academy's annual cabaret and biggest fund raiser.

Izzo Goes To Broadway: Benefits American Cancer Society
Source: msuspartans.cstv.com

Fascinating. Will Coach Izzo be singing? (If that was in this article, I missed it...)

The Sound of Music in Antwerp's Central Station [video]
Source: ScienceBlogs

This video captures more than 200 dancers who performed "Do Re Mi" in the Central Station of Antwerp on 23 of March. It was a promotional stunt for a Belgian television program because they are looking for someone to play the leading role in the musical of "The Sound of Music."

Obamas host first White House egg roll
Source: msnbc.com

Thousands of children will play on the White House's South Lawn during one of Washington's most anticipated annual events: the Easter Egg Roll. This year's theme, "Let's go play," is meant to encourage young people to lead healthy, active lives.

China plans a Karl Marx musical
Source: BBC News

A Chinese director is planning to stage a musical based on the founding text of communism, Karl Marx's Das Kapital. The plot will revolve around a group of office employees who find out they are being exploited by their boss.

Faith Prince set for 'Little Mermaid' villainess on Yahoo! News
Source: Yahoo! News

Faith Prince is going to play Ursela on "The Little Mermaid" on Broadway. AMAZING!

1984...er...2009! Eddie Van Halen Reinvents the Guitar
Source: CNN

After years of wearing down metal frets and having pieces of his guitar rip off or malfunction during shows, Van Halen says he's built a guitar that even he can't destroy.

Win Tickets to see Shrek The Musical on Broadway!
Source: moderntonic.com

ModernTonic.com is giving away tickets to see Shrek The Musical on Broadway. The contest is fun to enter and the show is great. Check it out! www.moderntonic.com

No Clowning Around on New Spears Album | The Emory Wheel
Source: The Emory Wheel

Excerpt: With her body re-toned, hair regrown and mood restablized, Britney Spears is poised for a comeback. The weave is gone, the babies and Federline are back in tow, and all shady paparazzi have been banished from Britney's traveling troupe.

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