All articles tagged with #final performance
Originally Published 2 months ago — by BroadwayWorld.com
Rob Lake Magic with The Muppets is closing its Broadway run at the Broadhurst Theatre on November 16, 2025, after a brief stint with 20 previews and 4 regular performances, featuring iconic characters like Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Variety
The documentary 'Ozzy: No Escape From Now' was originally intended to explore Ozzy Osbourne's recovery and final performances, but after his death in July during editing, it became a posthumous tribute, with the family’s support to keep the original content intact and include a funeral procession at their request.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by rollingstone.com
The documentary 'Ozzy: No Escape From Now' reveals Ozzy Osbourne's struggles with health issues, his emotional final years, and his determination to perform at his farewell concert, culminating in a triumphant last show just before his death 17 days later.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Mirror US
Ozzy Osbourne sensed his Villa Park concert would be his last, and close friends believe he knew his time was near before passing away at age 76 after a battle with Parkinson's Disease, with his final show celebrated as a significant moment in rock history.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by BBC
Black Sabbath's final concert raised £140 million for charity, benefiting Birmingham Children's Hospital, Cure Parkinson's, and Acorns Children's Hospice, with proceeds supporting hospital improvements and medical research, in a star-studded event that celebrated heavy metal music.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge
Before his death, Ryuichi Sakamoto planned one last performance, captured in the film "Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus," directed by his son Neo Sora. Shot in black and white at NHK Broadcasting Center’s 509 Studio in Tokyo, the spare and intimate concert showcases Sakamoto's career-spanning music rearranged for solo piano. Despite physical limitations and declining health, Sakamoto's performance exudes triumph, conveying a sense of relief and ecstasy. The film serves as a lasting impression of the influential musician and will eventually stream on the Criterion Channel.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Messenger
Grammy-winning country singer Jo-El Sonnier passed away at 77 after delivering a powerful final performance at the Llano Country Opry in Texas, where he received a standing ovation. He died shortly after the show from a cardiac arrest and was airlifted to Austin, leaving behind a legacy in both country and Cajun music. Sonnier's career spanned decades, earning him a Grammy for Best Regional Roots Music Album in 2013 and induction into Louisiana's Music Hall of Fame in 2009.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by TMZ
Rare mug shots of Tupac Shakur and The Notorious B.I.G., along with clear footage of Biggie's final performance, are set to be auctioned off. The footage, recorded during the Sting festival in Jamaica in 1996, shows Biggie performing in a wheelchair after a car accident. The mug shots, estimated to sell for thousands of dollars, have never been released to the public. The auction is expected to attract significant interest due to the enduring legacies of both rappers.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by IndieWire
"Opus," a posthumous documentary directed by Ryuichi Sakamoto's son Neo Sora, captures the final performance of the Oscar-winning Japanese composer, who passed away in March at the age of 71. The film showcases Sakamoto performing 20 compositions, including the score of Bernardo Bertolucci's "The Sheltering Sky." Sakamoto expressed his desire for the film to preserve his performances for the future. "Opus" will premiere at the Venice Film Festival and was produced by Sakamoto's manager and wife Norika Sora.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Des Moines Register
Country music star Jason Aldean will be performing the final concert at the 2023 Iowa State Fair, marking the end of the annual event.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
Elton John concluded his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour with his final planned performance in Stockholm, marking 52 years since his first show in the city. The 76-year-old singer expressed his gratitude to his fans and described the night as "magical." John reflected on the unexpected twists and turns of the past five years and thanked his loyal supporters for their patience and unwavering support. The tour, which began in 2018, was delayed due to a hip injury. John bid farewell to the U.S. in November with his final performance at Dodger Stadium.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Playbill
The Phantom of the Opera, the longest-running show in Broadway history, ended its 35-year run with an invitation-only final performance at the Majestic Theatre. The audience was treated to a video montage featuring all the actors who have played the title role and Christine Daaé. The original Broadway cast featured Tony winner Michael Crawford and Sarah Brightman. The production’s nearly 14,000 performances were seen by 19.5 million people and grossed $1.3 billion.