Showing results for "Fire" in Entertainment & Performing Arts

Jon Robin Baitz's commanding drama is about a New York publisher and Holocaust survivor whose decision to publish obscure political tracts threatens the future of both his company and his family.

In five autobiographical vignettes, Charlayne Woodard tells the moving and inspirational tale of her African-American family through three generations of love, struggle, and triumph.

Stieg Larsson's best-selling Millennium Trilogy is an international phenomenon. These books express Larsson's lifelong war against injustice, his ethical beliefs, and his deep concern for women's rights. The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and Philosophy probes the compelling philosophical issues behind the entire trilogy. What philosophies do Lisbeth Salander and Kant have in common? To catch a criminal, can Lisbeth and Mikael be criminals themselves? Can revenge be ethical?

In 1944, the big top of Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus in Hartford caught fire during the middle of an afternoon performance. Nine thousand people were inside. In seconds, the big top was burning out of control. The toll of the fire, and its circumstances, haunt Hartford to the present day. But it is the intense, detailed narrative - before, after, and especially during the panic under the burning tent - that will remain with listeners long after they finish this book.

In Tinder Box, Tony Hatch, former CBS reporter and Emmy Award winner, tells the Iroquois story as it has never been told before. In a rush to open the theater on time, corners were cut, and the Iroquois lacked the most basic fire-fighting equipment: sprinklers, fire alarm boxes, backstage telephone, exit signs, and functioning asbestos curtain. Some exits, for aesthetic reasons, were hidden behind heavy draperies, doors opened inward, and exterior fire escapes were unfinished.

The Towering Inferno (1974) was the crowning achievement of über-producer Irwin Allen, the self-proclaimed “Master of disaster.” Crafted from two best-selling books and with a budget-busting cast headed by two mega-stars, it took two studios to bring it to the screen. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Towering Inferno, biographer-historian Nat Segaloff (who was a member of the film’s special publicity unit) writes about the production, its innovative marketing campaign, and the goings-on before, during, and after its box office success.

Playwriting advice, writing tips, writing exercises, answers to your questions, and thoughts on the theatre world in 2023 from Olivier Award-winner Mike Bartlett, presented and hosted by the The Old Fire Station, Oxford.This podcast series runs alongside the eleven-week course of the same held in-person, held at the Old Fire Station, Oxford.You can find show notes and transcripts here: https://oldfirestation.org.uk/our-work/how-to-write-a-play/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Game of Thrones is a fantasy that features a lot of made-up science - fabricated climatology (when is winter coming?), astronomy, metallurgy, chemistry, and biology. Most fans of George R. R. Martin's fantastical world accept it all as part of the magic. A trained scientist, watching the fake science in Game of Thrones, might think, "But how would it work?" In Fire, Ice, and Physics, Rebecca Thompson turns a scientist's eye on Game of Thrones, exploring the science of an ice wall, the genetics of the families, and the biology of beheading.

This thought-provoking anthology offers a close examination of the psychology behind the intricate narrative and compelling characters in author George R.R. Martin's best-selling work, A Song of Ice and Fire, and the popular HBO TV series based upon his books, Game of Thrones. In Martin's richly detailed world, deceit, manipulation, and greed rule the day, and almost everyone fights for power over the realm or simply over their own lives. How do love and hate, good and evil, need and greed, altruism and narcissism drive the very best and very worst human behaviors?

Two thousand years ago, a volcanic eruption wiped the Roman city of Pompeii from the face of the Earth. It also buried the Doctor's Tardis.... Arriving in Pompeii one day before the disaster, the Doctor and Mel find themselves separated from their ship and entangled in local politics. As time runs out, they fight to escape from the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. But how can they succeed when history itself is working against them?

You might not expect a white, nerdy, British guy to be one of the world's best Freestyle Rappers, but it's true! Chris Turner's jaw-dropping improvisational talent for conjuring up some of the most hilarious bars you'll ever hear made him the first comedian to ever perform with Cirque Du Soleil, while his appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert earned him a rapturous standing ovation. Binge his finest and funniest freestyle raps in this quick-fire, bitesize format.

Tis the season to be jolly, so Belltable has brought together some of your favourite Limerick artists to direct and read seasonal stories to spread the festive mood. New stories will be released each Tuesday in December on our website for you to book and listen to on your walk, in the car, or by your fireside. Tickets are free, with optional donation amounts. Deck the halls with boughs of holly, make yourself a hot cuppa or a hot toddy, light the fire, put your feet up and listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to A MUSE OF FIRE, a podcast of the American Globe Center. www.americanglobecenter.org The American Globe Center (AGC) is a visionary theatre project poised to redefine entertainment and Shakespeare in the United States. It features the world’s only timber-frame re-creation of William Shakespeare’s 1614 Globe theatre, complimented by a modern performing arts hub campus. The AGC emphasizes arts education, job creation, and diverse live entertainment. WIth an immersive performance style, it fosters community and connects audiences with their shared humanity, promising a brighter ...

The creative fire. Where does it come from? Why is it so important? Why does it go out? How can we keep it burning? Create a lasting, fulfilling and meaningful relationship between you and your creative fire. Join creative professional Andrew Tsao as he explores the nature, process and methods you need for your creative journey.

Almost 7,000 fans eagerly packed into the Ringling Brothers big top on July 6, 1944. With a single careless act, an afternoon at the "Greatest Show on Earth" quickly became one of terror and tragedy as the paraffin-coated circus tent caught fire. Panicked crowds rushed for the few exits, but in minutes, the tent collapsed on those still struggling to escape below. A total of 168 lives were lost, many of them children, with many more injured and forever scarred by the events.

Fireside is the Irish Storytelling Podcast. Kevin C. Olohan is your host and Fireside Bard. Every Wednesday, Kevin takes a story from Folklore or Mythology, gives it a fresh retelling, and discusses the story itself and the craft, culture and history of Storytelling. Whether you’re a folklore fanatic, or someone who just enjoys hearing a good yarn, you can always join Kevin by the Fireside. For any sponsorship inquiries contact advertising@headstuff.org

In glittery 1980s Los Angeles, once-celebrated Broadway lyricist Beau Kellogg is disillusioned, unhappily married and yearning for one last musical hit, while he writes advertising jingles for quick money. Meanwhile, in New York, idealistic young singer, Amanda Harary, works a demanding day job at a charming West Side hotel. From their first fiery phone conversation, sparks fly, and when they begin to talk late at night, miracles begin to happen.

More music! More dance! More fire! But mostly talking!

On 4 Minutes of Fire artists are asked to prove that they have 4 minutes of fire music that is yet to be heard by the public, this means freestyles, new songs, and unreleased tracks performed in one take.  New episodes released monthly on the 4th.

Through the Fire is a podcast and video series about overcoming adversity, re-framing misfortune, and celebrating courage hosted by country musician Don Amero. Guests will share their stories from 'fire to fortune' as listeners live through their moments of courage and lessons learned along the way. When we approach difficult discussions with kindness and love, we can face the complexity of being human together.