Author: WAO Team

Emotive Romanian singer-songwriter Francis On My Mind returns with another scintillating single in ‘This Is My Time’, released on the 29th of September via Universal Music Romania. The simmering indie-pop artist has enjoyed a steady rise to prominence, with her soul-stirring track “I’m Alright,” finding itself featured in the HBO MAX “Get MAX with Xfinity” North America TV campaign. Furthermore, her song ‘Swimming Pools’ became an integral part of the soundtrack for the American coming-of-age romantic drama television series, “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” propelling Francis On My Mind’s music to new heights and allowing her to connect with a wider audience. With over 7.8 million streams across…

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Your Future Ghost is the new synth pop/rock musical project of Billboard-charting singer/songwriter, musician and actress Kate Voegele and the multifaceted songwriter, producer, composer and actor Michael Grubbs. The duo first met on the set, acting in the popular CW hit TV series One Tree Hill. Striking up a fast friendship and mutual creative respect, the two began collaborating musically over zoom during the pandemic. After months of studio sessions in Austin, Texas, intermingled with lively backyard taco breaks, Your Future Ghost was born. Kate Voegele reveals the catalyst for their creative fusion, “our voices blended in a way that inspired us both to write…

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NASHVILLE, TENN. — Renowned Private Investigator (PI) for over 25 years, Michael Kenney releases new book, Think Like A Stalker And Stop Them. This book, which swiftly shot into the Best Sellers list, is now available in paperback on Amazon.com and Good Reads. According to stats, an estimated 13.5 million people are stalked in a one-year period just in the United States. In a country where “no” means “not right now,” people do not always accept this answer, especially when it comes in the form of a break up. While Michael Kenney has worked with numerous celebrities and non-celebrity stalker cases, “I found…

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(NEW YORK ) – Pulse Theatre presents Chasing Happy a new comedy by Michel Wallerstein (Flight, Five Women Waiting, Off Hand). Directed by Pulse Theatre co-Founder Alexa Kelly (Strings Attached), the limited engagement will play a five-week limited engagement, October 11 through November 11, at Theatre Row (410 West 42nd Street, NYC). Opening night is Thursday, October 19 at 7PM. Tickets are now on sale at TheatreRow.org or by calling the box office, 212-714-2442 ext. 45. The company of Chasing Happy features Spencer Aste (Wake Up, Axis Theatre), Jenny Bennett (City of Ladies, Pulse Theatre), Schyler Conaway in his Off-Broadway debut, Christopher James Murray (The Falling…

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Drew & Dane Productions presents Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors by Gordon Greenberg (director of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf, Geffen) and Steve Rosen (The Other Josh Cohen) now playing in a limited engagement at New World Stages (340 West 50th Street) through January 7. Directed by Gordon Greenberg, Dracula, A Comedy of Terrors features a company of fearless actors including Jordan Boatman (Medea at BAM, The Niceties), Arnie Burton (The 39 Steps, Peter and The Starcatcher), James Daly (Shaw Festival, Stratford Festival, Hulu’s “Letterkenny”), Ellen Harvey (How To Succeed, Present Laughter) and Andrew Keenan-Bolger (Disney’s Newsies, Tuck Everlasting). The company understudies are Kaitlyn Boyer and Sean-Michael Wilkinson. Tickets are now on sale at Telecharge.com, (212) 239-6200. Bram Stoker’s horror classic gets a riotous makeover in this lightning-fast comedic reimagining that celebrates goth,…

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HOUSTON, TX – The World’s First Tooth Fairy… Ever book series, written by Zane Carson Carruth, will be joining the ranks of Thomas the Tank Engine, Madeline, Llama, Llama Red Pajama, and numerous children’s literary favorites which are included in the Neiman Marcus’ Books to Bed series. Books to Bed offers a selection of bestselling books that are brought to life with corresponding illustrated cotton pajama sets, ranging from baby to kid sizes. The pajamas and book sets will be available at Neiman Marcus starting in October, just in time for the holiday season. The pajamas will be adorned with images of Abella from The World’s First Tooth Fairy…Ever series.…

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India’s influence is growing on the global stage, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released four books that shed light on the remarkable success of India’s G20 presidency. These books were unveiled at the G20 University Connect Finale and are now available on the G20 India website and in ebook format on its application. One of these publications, titled ‘Showcasing Indian Culture at G20,’ offers a captivating glimpse into the rich tapestry of Indian culture presented to G20 delegates worldwide. India’s G20 presidency served as a platform to project its cultural soft power and highlighted its immense economic potential, particularly in the…

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William Shakespeare’s sonnet, ‘Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?’ is a timeless exploration of love and beauty. One of the most famous and beloved sonnets ever written, it captures the essence of comparing a loved one to the splendor of a summer’s day. In just 14 lines, Shakespeare masterfully weaves a poetic tapestry that celebrates the enduring power of love and the beauty it finds in the object of its affection. Join us as we delve into the profound emotions and exquisite craftsmanship of this iconic sonnet by the Bard of Avon. Shall I compare thee to a…

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A sonnet is a specific form of poetry that consists of 14 lines, traditionally written in iambic pentameter, a metrical pattern in which each line contains ten syllables, with alternating stressed and unstressed syllables. Sonnets are known for their structured rhyme schemes and precise organization. They have been a popular poetic form for centuries and have been used to explore a wide range of themes and emotions. There are several different types of sonnets, but two of the most well-known are the Italian or Petrarchan sonnet and the English or Shakespearean sonnet: 1. Italian or Petrarchan Sonnet: This type of…

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“Rip Van Winkle” is a short story written by Washington Irving, first published in 1819. It is one of Irving’s most famous works and is considered a classic of American literature. The story is set in the Dutch settlement of Tarry Town in the Catskill Mountains of New York before and after the American Revolutionary War. It tells the tale of Rip Van Winkle, a simple and good-natured man who lives with his wife and children. The story’s central event occurs when Rip ventures into the mountains with his dog and encounters a group of mysterious, gnome-like figures playing nine-pins…

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