John Mauceri’s forthcoming book, written with linguist and cultural commentator John H. McWhorter, offers a provocative new interpretation of how the American musical — and, in many ways, American culture itself — came to be. John argues that Broadway grew from the remarkable interaction of two musical traditions: African American forms — including spirituals, blues, ragtime, […]
I am proud to announce the release of a new album, The Korngold Symphony. On this two-disc release, the first disc presents, for the first time ever, a recording of the Symphony in F#, Op.40 performed by the composer himself, an incredibly special historical recording from the Korngold Family Archives. The second disc presents a […]
In 1967, Pearl Bailey appeared in an all-Black Hello, Dolly! It was a sensation, smashing preconceptions, showcasing civil rights, and announcing a new era on Broadway...
A 16-CD set release of the complete Hollywood Bowl Orchestra recordings with John Mauceri.
The unforgettable night in New York when Jackie Kennedy watched as opera’s greatest diva sang Tosca and bungled the high C...
Among the many confusions about the private Russian army known as “the Wagner Group” is how to pronounce its name. Reporters and pundits seem to vacillate between “Wag-ner” and “Vog-ner.” Also, nobody seems to know how the group got its name.
The star of “Tár” reunites with her opening-scene partner for a conversation about listening to music, going before audiences, and the art of acting in life and in the movies.
...Written By White Men For An All-Black Cast Was Found And Restored. Can It Be Produced Without Controversy?
Actor Cate Blanchett and writer/director Todd Field talk to Michael Beek about creating their riveting psychological drama set against the backdrop of very real music-making...