The headlines in today’s news stories in the U.S. make Smart People a timely show for 2econd Stage Theatre Company to put on. Race is at the forefront of everything from police brutality to the Oscar Awards. Playwright Lydia Diamond masterfully brings the discussion of race to the stage in an engaging way. Using relationships—romantic relationships, friendships, work relationships—as a way to explore race, Smart People is a quick-witted and intellectual play. The four characters in Smart People are racially diverse and all in their 20s and 30s. Valerie Johnston
This year’s headliner for the Super Bowl halftime show was none other than the band Coldplay, who has sold over 87 million albums worldwide and has won 7 Grammy Awards. Lead by singer Chris Martin, the band delivered some of their biggest hits including: “Viva La Vida” and “Paradise”. Half way through the show, superstars Bruno Mars and Beyonce hit the field to perform. First up, Bruno Mars delivered an incredible version of his 2015 #1 single, “Uptown Funk”, which he chose to mash up with an early ’90s Hip-Hop
He danced his way into our hearts as Mike Chang on Glee. Now, Harry Shum Jr. stars as the beloved High Warlock of Brooklyn, Magnus Bane. He acts, he dances, and he sings. There isn’t much he can’t do. In 2002, Harry got his big break in BET’s Comic View, where he was the only featured male dancer. His dancing talents landed him roles in Step Up 2: The Streets and Step Up 3D. He’s performed alongside artists including Jennifer Lopez and Beyoncé. But Harry’s full range of talent will
To open up last night’s 50th annual Super Bowl, six-time Grammy Award winner Lady Gaga performed The National Anthem. Looking classic and radiant in red, Gaga showed the world exactly what she is made of. Behind the outrageous costumes and staging lies a truly phenomenal voice, that is classically trained and for any doubters of the singer’s natural talent, she certainly proved them wrong with this beautiful version. What I loved most about this performance is that it was a perfect blend of the original song melody and just enough