Better than Wagner? Herheim production of Parsifal a parable of modern GermanyBAYREUTH, Germany — Jackbooted Nazi storm-troopers. A mad magician in drag. And a German history lesson from the days of Bismarck to the time when the vanquished nation rises from the ashes of Hitler and World War II. Guitarist, singing sisters among 5 final acts to reach ‘America’s Got Talent’ semifinalsLOS ANGELES — A guitarist from Baltimore, three singing sisters from Seattle, a percussive quartet from Goffstown, N.H., an opera singer from Houston and a pint-sized ballroom-dance duo from Everett, Wash., have claimed the last five semifinal spots on “America’s Got Talent.” Elvis Stojko returns to rink with new outlook on figure skating and himselfTORONTO — After some soul searching in Mexico, Elvis Stojko has returned to the rink with a new perspective on figure skating and himself. Christopher Plummer will tackle ‘The Tempest’ at Stratford Shakespeare FestivalNEW YORK — Christopher Plummer already has tackled such indelible — and diverse — roles as King Lear, Julius Caesar and John Barrymore at Canada’s Stratford Shakespeare Festival. The big tease: As burlesque grows in popularity, some ask: Is it art or X-rated entertainment?CHICAGO — In the Depression-era days of Gypsy Rose Lee, burlesque dancing was about as naughty, and as nude, as it got in public. The emphasis was on the tease more than the strip, until Playboy and harder-core pornography came along in the 1950s. Paula Abdul to host ‘VH1 Divas’ Sept. 17 concert special; Sparks, Clarkson in lineupLOS ANGELES — Paula Abdul will see familiar faces when she hosts the “VH1 Divas” concert — former “American Idol” winners Kelly Clarkson and Jordin Sparks are among the singers. Several songs in Broadway’s ‘West Side Story’ revival have minor lyric changesNEW YORK — It’s back to the original English for some of the lyrics in the hit Broadway revival of “West Side Story.” Royal Opera House to release recordings of Wagner operas from Bayreuth Festival on DVDBERLIN — Germany’s Bayreuth Festival has agreed to enter a deal with a production arm of Britain’s Royal Opera House to produce and sell DVD recordings of composer Richard Wagner’s operas recorded at the annual festival. More plus-size people on television, but plus-size fans aren’t sure that’s always a good thingRALEIGH, N.C. — Ask model and fashion designer Emme whether television and other media are more accepting of plus-size people, and she quickly corrects you. ‘The Bacchae,’ Euripides’ tale of vengeance, flourishes in Central ParkNEW YORK — Beware of a petulant young god burning with vengeance, especially if you’ve grievously insulted his dead mother and denied his godly existence. This sounds like a simple enough caution, but some rulers of the ancient city of Thebes just didn’t get it. Irving Berlin’s ‘White Christmas’ is returning to Broadway for the holiday seasonNEW YORK — The stage version of Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas” is serving up another round of holiday cheer. Hasidic reggae star Matisyahu taps a ‘different sides of myself’ with a new rockin’ albumNEW YORK — The world’s first Hasidic reggae superstar is getting a little unorthodox. Ancient Thai-Indian links get modern twist in BangkokBANGKOK, Thailand — Outdoor markets tout sari sales, five-star hotels feature Indian chefs and Thais drop by a temple in the financial district to beseech Hindu gods to send profits their way. Let’s dance! Creamer putt gives US lead after first day and Inkster a recordSUGAR GROVE, Ill. — Instead of dancing, Juli Inkster dropped to her knees. In a devil of a diplomatic dispute, rivalry between Peru and Bolivia hits the dance floorLIMA, Peru — A beauty pageant has set off a beastly battle between Peru and Bolivia, which both claim ownership of the Andean “Devil’s Dance.” Hawaii marks 50 years as nation’s youngest state; pro-independence protests plannedHONOLULU — Hawaii is marking its entry as the 50th state with a new postage stamp, planning for the islands’ future economic development and protests. NYC Opera, union representing singers and other employees reach contract agreementNEW YORK — The New York City Opera and the union for its singers have reached a contract agreement. Devyne Stephens, former aspiring artist, becomes developer and refiner of urban music talentATLANTA — It’s tough to pinpoint what Devyne Stephens does to take an artist’s promising career to the next level. 5 more semifinalists, including married jugglers, rise on ‘America’s Got Talent’LOS ANGELES — Five more “America’s Got Talent” acts are moving on. Hunter Foster joins cast of new musical ‘Ordinary Days’; show tells story of 4 New YorkersNEW YORK — The Roundabout Theatre Company is launching a brand-new musical with a Tony nominee attached. Rome says Maestro Muti agrees to lead city’s opera houseROME — Rome says maestro Riccardo Muti has agreed to lead the city’s opera house, pending final approval of details. Hildegard Behrens, renowned Wagner soprano, dies in Tokyo at age 72TOKYO — Soprano Hildegard Behrens, one of the finest Wagnerian performers of her generation, has died while traveling in Japan. She was 72. Hildegard Behrens, renowned Wagner soprano, dies in TokyoTOKYO — Soprano Hildegard Behrens, one of the finest Wagnerian performers of her generation, has died while traveling in Japan. She was 72. Michael Jackson’s Mexico fans to attempt world record for size of crowd dancing to ‘Thriller’MEXICO CITY — Led by a Michael Jackson impersonator in sunglasses, a sequined black jacket and white glove, dozens of the singer’s Mexican fans are practicing the steps in his “Thriller” video to attempt a new world record. LA salsa instructor who choreographed routines for Fox TV show charged with assaulting womenLOS ANGELES — A salsa dance instructor who choreographed routines for the Fox television show “So You Think You Can Dance” has been arrested and charged with sexually assaulting four women. American Sanya Richards dances to title in 400, Bolt heads to semifinals in 200BERLIN — Sanya Richards dominated a little bit like Usain Bolt. Then she danced a little like him, too. Reputed House arm-twister DeLay aims to show fancy footwork on TV’s ‘Dancing With The Stars’WASHINGTON — Former House Republican Whip Tom DeLay, called the “Hammer” for his arm-twisting talents, wants to show the world some fancy footwork. Met Opera sets record with $2.5 million on first day of individual ticket salesNEW YORK — The Metropolitan Opera was singing a happy song about the first day of individual box office sales for the upcoming season. Seattle Opera revives its “Green Ring” cycle, a Wagnerian feast for eye and earSEATTLE — Like a towering fir tree that survives after the primeval forest around it has vanished, the Seattle Opera’s production of Wagner’s “Ring” cycle now stands alone as the only traditional depiction of the epic music drama on an American stage. From Macduff to the NFL: Redskins rookie defensive lineman Jarmon is quite an actASHBURN, Va. — Here’s a double-feature performance you don’t see often: Play in the school’s spring football game, then dash across campus to perform on stage at the campus theater. From McDuff to the NFL: Redskins rookie defensive lineman Jarmon is quite an actASHBURN, Va. — Here’s a double-feature performance you don’t see often: Play in the school’s spring football game, then dash across campus to perform on stage at the campus theater. Vienna production of Don Giovanni masterful blend of voice, music, stagingVIENNA — Blood. Glitzy costumes. Magnificent voices and gorgeous soloists. Clever directing. Thrilling times for Michael Jackson impersonators: Jacko lookalikes are back in demandLAS VEGAS — Michael Jackson impersonator Frederick Henry had to go overseas to find steady work in recent years as the pop star’s behavior got weirder and weirder. Many of his colleagues quit the business altogether. ‘America’s Got Talent’ narrows contestants from 12 to 5 as it moves to semifinalsLOS ANGELES — A trio of singing siblings, five sisters who tap dance, three tenors from Texas, a husband-and-wife dance team and a man and his dog are advancing to the next round of “America’s Got Talent.” Angela Gheorghiu withdraws from opening 6 performances of new Met Opera ‘Carmen’
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