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‘The Matchbox Magic Flute’

Director Mary Zimmerman does her magic on Mozart’s beloved opera.
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‘White Rose: The Musical’
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‘White Rose: The Musical’

A youth group resists Nazi tyranny in this off-Broadway musical based on real events and heroes.
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Dancing Swans: ‘The Dying Swan’ Versus ‘Swan Lake’
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Dancing Swans: ‘The Dying Swan’ Versus ‘Swan Lake’

Two works of ballet feature the swan as a character, but vary in amount of difficulty and choice of music.
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Rossini’s ‘Cinderella’ Has Never Been More Whimsical
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Rossini’s ‘Cinderella’ Has Never Been More Whimsical

Lyric Opera of Chicago’s production of the beloved opera differs some from the well-known story, but goodness still triumphs!
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Shen Yun Performing Arts Set to Enchant Audiences With 2024 World Tour
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Shen Yun Performing Arts Set to Enchant Audiences With 2024 World Tour

Shen Yun will perform in 43 U.S. cities and four Canadian provinces this year as part of its world tour.
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This stage adaptation misses its mark: It lacks the emotional pull that is a hallmark of Nicholas Sparks’ novels.
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