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    Members of the Irish Baroque Orchestra stand and sit in front of wooden doors in a grand room, all wearing black and holding their instruments.
    What About the Castrato?

    Who were the castrati and why did 18th-century audiences obsess over them? Discover the remarkable story of opera star Giusto Tenducci.

    Date: Feb 16, 2026 -
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    Cast members of "Chicago" perform a dance number on stage.
    Beyond the Cell Block Tango: What "Chicago" Tells Us About Crime and Gender

    This essay situates the musical "Chicago" within feminist criminology, examining how the musical exposes the gendered spectacle of crime, media, and justice by tracing its roots in real murder trials and criminological theory.

    Date: Feb 01, 2026 -