`10 Days in a Madhouse’ opera premieres in Philadelphia, celebrating women’s voices

PHILADELPHIA – Kiera Duffy is disturbed by “10 Days in a Madhouse” as much as an 1887 public was outraged by the squalid surroundings exposed by trailblazing reporter Nellie Bly. “The idea of the hysterical woman trope really does persist today,” the soprano said ahead of Thursday night’s premiere of Rene Orth’s musical adaptation at … Read more

The AL West is headed for a wild finish between the Astros, Rangers and Mariners

“These tight (races), they can build character. So, let’s see what kind of character we’ve got,” Baker said. HOUSTON — This time of year, Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker is usually starting to think about getting some rest for his everyday players and putting together pitching plans for the playoffs. Not yet this season in … Read more