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Broadway’s Baayork Lee: What she did for love
The 1975 musical “A Chorus Line” had no stars. Instead it told the stories of the dancers who hustle from show to show, whose names audiences will probably never know. It became a Tony Award-winning smash.
Asked why, actress-dancer-choreographer Baayork Lee replied, “I think, first of all, we were the first reality show. We played ourselves.”
Lee starred as Connie Wong, one of those dancers doing what they do for one simple reason. “The theme song that Marvin Hamlisch wrote for us, which is ‘What I Did For Love,’ really is what it’s all about. We love what we do. It’s the passion and the dedication and the discipline.”
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The musical was the brainchild of director Michael Bennett, who was known for incorporating contemporary dance moves into his choreography, such as in 1968’s “Promises, Promises”:
Baayork Lee and the cast of “Promises, Promises” perform “Turkey Lurkey Time” on “The Ed Sullivan Show” (1970):
“It is an extraordinary dance,” said Rocca. “My biggest question is, how did you actually keep your heads on your necks?”
“We would go to the chiropractor once a week,” Lee laughed.
“Promises, Promises” was Lee’s third show as a “Michael Bennett dancer.” But her path to Broadway began much earlier, when she was five years old and living in New York’s Chinatown. Back then, Lee’s world revolved around a two-block stretch where she went from her Catholic grammar school to the restaurant Wo Hop, which her father founded in the 1930s. Then, in 1951, when Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “The King and I” starring Yul Brynner was casting the roles of royal children, Baayork and her brother ventured uptown to audition.
“There were thousands of kids there – well, looked like thousands of kids there,” she recalled. “We all got on the stage. And I saw chandeliers and I saw velvet seats. And I was just mesmerized.”
Rocca asked, “Had you shown any evidence before five years old that you might want to be a performer?”
“No.”
“Did you take to it immediately, this performing thing?”
“Oh, absolutely. Ham on ham!” Lee laughed.
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Baayork Lee had found her calling. But when she was eight, she was let go from “The King and I,” because, she said, “I outgrew my costume. Them’s the breaks! I went on unemployment. My mother had to pick me up to sign it.”
For a while, she attended the prestigious School of American Ballet, and appeared in George Balanchine’s original “Nutcracker.”
But soon enough, it was back to Broadway, performing with Sammy Davis Jr. in “Golden Boy,” and Tommy Tune in “Seesaw.” When “A Chorus Line” opened, Lee was still only 29, but it would be her last show as a performer. “Opening night, Michael Bennett said to me, ‘You’re gonna take this all over the world.’ And I just looked at him and laughed, you know? Really? He handed me the keys opening night.”
Lee was starting a new act in her career: since 1975, she’s helped cast and direct productions of “A Chorus Line” all over the world.
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The role of nurturer came naturally to her. In 2009, Lee co-founded the National Asian Artists Project. The goal: exposing Asian-Americans to the joys of musical theater.
And this 78-year-old isn’t just lending her name to the cause; “Sunday Morning” witnessed her rehearsing performers in the “Turkey Lurkey” dance, and later showcasing them before a crowd of tourists at a midtown Manhattan hotel.
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And in 2017, Lee earned the Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award for her philanthropic work. “I really cherish this because it is about me helping my community – not my 12 Broadway shows, not all the things that I’ve done,” she said. “I really take pride in this.”
Today Baayork Lee, a child of the stage, has raised more Broadway babies than she can count.
Rocca asked, “Do you feel like this represents your life’s work?”
“Absolutely,” she replied.
And she isn’t done yet.
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How to watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears NFL game today: Livestream options, more
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The Minnesota Vikings will take on the Chicago Bears today. The Vikings are currently 8-2, an impressive run so far this season, and will be looking to add a fourth win to their current streak after last Sunday’s 23-13 win against the Tennessee Titans. The Bears, on the other hand, are entering this game on the heels of a four-game losing streak after a tough 20-19 loss against the Green Bay Packers last Sunday.
Here’s how and when you can watch the Vikings vs. Bears game today, whether or not you have cable.
How and when to watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears
The Vikings vs. Bears game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. PT). The game will air on Fox and stream on Fubo and the platforms featured below.
How and when to watch the Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears game without cable
You can watch this week’s NFL game on Fox via several streaming services. All you need is an internet connection and one of the top options outlined below.
Fubo offers you an easy, user-friendly way to watch NFL games on CBS, Fox, NBC, ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network, plus NCAA football channels. The Pro tier includes 200+ channels and unlimited DVR, while the Elite with Sports Plus tier adds NFL RedZone and 4K resolution. New subscribers get a seven-day free trial and all plans allow streaming on up to 10 screens simultaneously.
You can watch today’s game with a subscription to Sling’s Orange + Blue tier, which includes ESPN, ABC, NBC, and Fox. The plan offers 46 channels with local NFL games, nationally broadcast games and 50 hours of DVR storage. For complete NFL coverage, add Paramount+ to get CBS games, or upgrade with the Sports Extra add-on for additional sports channels like Golf Channel, NBA TV and NFL RedZone.
Watching NFL games, including Fox broadcasts, is simple with Hulu + Live TV, which includes 90 channels, unlimited DVR storage, and access to NFL preseason games, live regular season games and studio shows. The service includes ESPN+ and Disney+ in the subscription.
Want to watch today’s game live on your smartphone? If so, NFL+ streaming service is the solution you’re looking for. It lets you watch NFL Network and out-of-market games on mobile devices, with an upgrade option to NFL+ Premium that includes NFL RedZone for watching up to eight games simultaneously. Note that NFL+ only works on phones and tablets, not TVs.
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How to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts NFL game today: Livestream options, more
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The Detroit Lions will face off against the Indianapolis Colts today. The Lions enter this game as top contenders with a near-perfect record of 9-1 so far this season. The Colts, who are 5-6 this season, could have a tough game on their hands against the Lions but will be looking to rack up another win after prevailing over the New York Jets in a tight game last Sunday.
Here’s how and when you can watch the Colts vs. Lions game today, whether or not you have cable.
Here’s how and when to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts
The Lions vs. Colts game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET (11:00 a.m. PT). The game will air on Fox and stream on Fubo and the platforms featured below.
How and when to watch the Detroit Lions vs. Indianapolis Colts game without cable
You can watch this week’s NFL game on Fox via several streaming services. All you need is an internet connection and one of the top options outlined below.
Experience NFL action like never before with Fubo’s comprehensive sports streaming platform. From Sunday showdowns to primetime matchups, catch every NFL game across major networks including CBS, Fox, NBC, ABC, ESPN and NFL Network. Choose the Pro package to unlock 200+ channels and limitless DVR storage, or elevate your game-day experience with the Elite with Sports Plus package, featuring NFL RedZone’s commercial-free scoring highlights and stunning 4K quality.
Test drive the service with a no-commitment seven-day free trial, and share the excitement with family and friends — Fubo supports simultaneous streaming on up to 10 devices, so everyone can watch their favorite teams.
You can watch today’s game with a subscription to Sling’s Orange + Blue tier, which includes ESPN, ABC, NBC, and Fox. The plan offers 46 channels with local NFL games, nationally broadcast games, and 50 hours of DVR storage. For complete NFL coverage, add Paramount+ to get CBS games, or upgrade with the Sports Extra add-on for additional sports channels like Golf Channel, NBA TV and NFL RedZone.
Watching NFL games, including Fox broadcasts, is simple with Hulu + Live TV, which includes 90 channels, unlimited DVR storage, and access to NFL preseason games, live regular season games and studio shows. The service includes ESPN+ and Disney+ in the subscription.
Want to watch today’s game live on your smartphone? If so, NFL+ streaming service is the solution you’re looking for. It lets you watch NFL Network and out-of-market games on mobile devices, with an upgrade option to NFL+ Premium that includes NFL RedZone for watching up to eight games simultaneously. Note that NFL+ only works on phones and tablets, not TVs.
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How to watch the New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins NFL game today: Livestream options, more
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The New England Patriots will face off against the Miami Dolphins in a game today at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The Patriots have had an uneven season so far, coming into the game with a record of 3-8, including a 28-22 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on November 17. The Dolphins, however, haven’t fared much better this season as they enter the game with a record of 4-6, although they are coming off two wins in a row, the latest against the Las Vegas Raiders last weekend.
Keep reading to find out how and when to watch the New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins game today, even without cable.
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How and when to watch the New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins game today
The New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins game will be played on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. ET (10:00 a.m. PT). The football game will be shown on CBS and streamed on Paramount+ and the platforms noted below.
How and when to watch the New England Patriots vs. Miami Dolphins game without cable
While CBS is available with many basic cable packages, you’ll have other viewing options, too for the Patriots-Dolphins game. Just understand that the below streaming options will require the use of an internet provider:
Paramount+: Watch CBS-aired NFL games without cable
With Paramount+ you’ll have multiple viewing options to choose from. You can catch NFL games on the Paramount+ Essential tier for just $7.99 each month or you can watch college football with a Paramount+ with Showtime subscription for $12.99 monthly. In addition to live streams of NFL games airing on CBS, you’ll get to watch additional live sporting events including NCAA college football, PGA Tour golf, soccer and more.
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Amazon Prime Video: Add Paramount+ to your existing subscription
Already have an Amazon Prime Video account? Simply add Paramount+ to your current subscription to watch all the CBS-aired NFL games in addition to Paramount+ originals. The same prices from above apply, depending on which tier you choose. Not sure which is best for you? Don’t worry. Both options come with a free seven-day trial that can help you decide.
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Fubo: Watch the Patriots-Dolphins game for free
Looking for an inexpensive way to watch football? Fubo could be the best way to do so. The live TV streamer is currently offering a seven-day free trial and $30 off of your first month’s subscription. Once subscribed, you’ll gain access to all of their live sporting events immediately. And there will be a lot to choose from. Not only does Fubo come with access to NFL games airing on your local CBS channel, it also includes Fox Sunday NFC games, “Sunday Night Football” on NBC, “Monday Night Football” on ABC and ESPN and all of the games that air on the NFL Network. So don’t wait.
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