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DATING DIFFICULTIES: Sophie (Heather Diaforli)
visits the young Ed (James Perri) at the mental institution where
he is temporarily confined in "A Class Act," the musical biography
of lyricist and composer Ed Kleban, playing through August 14
at Off-Broadstreet Theatre in Hopewell. end
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Donald
Gilpin A Class Act, currently playing at Off-Broadstreet
Theatre in Hopewell, is the musical biography of Ed Kleban, creator
of the lyrics for A Chorus Line and also the composer of
many unproduced songs and several musicals. Mr. Kleban, who died
of cancer in 1987 at the age of 48, led a troubled life, rich
in its conflict and complexity. Nancy Plum
Classical music is not just about Mozart anymore. Over the past
few decades, many ensembles have been stretching their ranges
to incorporate cross-cultural influences on classical music, including
jazz and African or Caribbean elements. Imani Winds was founded
in 1996 for just that purpose: to explore the links between European,
African, and American musical traditions. Flutist Valerie Coleman,
oboist Toyin Spellman, clarinetist Mariam Adam, hornist Jeff Scott
and bassoonist Monica Ellis brought their multicultural approach
to Princeton University Chapel last Tuesday night as part of the
Princeton University Summer Concert Series. |
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