Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 9am (Broadway Time)
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Laurels for John Lahr by Trav S.D.

It may be a rash boast, but I feel there must be few readers as constitutionally capable of appreciating the life and career of author/critic John Lahr (b. 1941) as this correspondent. My co…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 09:32AM
Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 8am (Broadway Time)
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Video: Patti Murin and Bobby Conte Sing 'Love is an Open Door' from FROZEN at the Muny

Love is an open door! Watch a new clip of "Love Is An Open Door" from The Muny's production of Frozen. The video features Patti Murin reprising her Broadway performance as Anna and Bobby Con…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:48AM

John Tartaglia on Stepping Into The Muny's FROZEN- 'Both Thrilling and Unexpected!'

As BroadwayWorld reported earlier this week, John Tartaglia saved the day at the Muny, where he stepped into the role of Oaken in their currently running production of Disney’s Frozen. He …

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:32AM

Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST National Tour Kicks Off in Chicago

The new national tour of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is gorgeous and full of Disney stage magic. Disney Theatrical Group has pulled out all the stops for the first tour of this musical in 25 years.…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 08:18AM
Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 7am (Broadway Time)
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What to Stream: Dragons, Donkey Kong, Pac-Man, Roddy Ricch and ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ by The Associated Press

By The Associated Press The live-action remake of the animated film “How to Train Your Dragon” and a two-part, five-hour documentary on Billy Joel are some of the new television, films, …

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 07:30AM

When Lena met Megan: How a DM blossomed into ‘Too Much’ by Tribune News Service

[This article contains some spoilers for Netflix's "Too Much."] LOS ANGELES — Sliding into someone's DMs — even with the purest intentions — can be a daunting move. Will they see it? I…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 07:20AM

THE GREAT GATSBY's Samantha Pollino Takes Over Our Instagram Today

The Great Gatsby's Samantha Pollino is taking over our Instagram today! Follow along here as Pollino takes our Instagram followers backstage at the hit Broadway musical. Tune in to see the d…

SOURCE: BroadwayWorld at 07:03AM

In the Sahara, a friendly dance competition carries on an ancient festival tradition by The Associated Press

By AUDREY THIBERT DJANET, Algeria (AP) — In one hand, the dancers hold swords symbolizing battle. In the other, a piece of cloth symbolizing peace. They dance a shuffling “step-step” t…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 07:00AM
Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 6am (Broadway Time)
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Nicolas Uncaged fest celebrates Nicolas Cage, with or without the star by Tribune News Service

DETROIT — For the past 10 years, the locally founded and operated Nicolas Uncaged festival has toasted the work and legacy of Nicolas Cage, the Oscar-winning actor who is one of Hollywood'…

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:45AM

The Joe Higgins Centennial by Trav S.D.

Actor Joe Higgins (1925-1998) was born 100 years ago today. Higgins was a bit player best known for playing sheriffs in commercials, PSAs, and television shows, frequently with the tag line,…

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 06:18AM

Yale University Art Gallery brings 18th century artist George Romney into the 21st century by Christopher Arnott

The gallery's exhibit, "Romney: Brilliant Contrasts in Georgian England," makes the 18th century artist's prison drawings and vivid illustrations seem modern.

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 06:00AM
Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 5am (Broadway Time)
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Catch music under the stars in CT with Brad Paisley, Beck and a little bit of R&B by Christopher Arnott

The Courant's arts picks for July 13-19 include arena rocker, 90s wonders, country crooners and classical concerts at Music Mountain and Simsbury Meadows.

SOURCE: Hartford Courant at 05:30AM
Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 3am (Broadway Time)
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Take a peek at Stephen Sondheim's papers, now at the Library of Congress by Bob Mondello

The Library of Congress' new collection includes more than 5,000 items from the Broadway legend, including ideas for Sweeney Todd lyrics and notes for Glynis Johns as she sang "Send in the C…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:54AM

“Ride the Cyclone Returns”: Death-Defying, Wild, Musical Ride—at NCTC by Kim Waldron

Richmond & Maxwell’s Witty Story & Songs Spotlight Stellar Ensemble by Kim Waldron “Ride the Cyclone” was reviewed on September 30, 2024, at NCTC. The standard musical does not…

SOURCE: Theatrius at 03:18AM

WWDTM: Jan Jensen by NPR

This week, we're live in Iowa with coach Jan Jensen and panelists Emmy Blotnick, Hari Kondabolu, and Faith SalieLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Priv…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:00AM
Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2am (Broadway Time)
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Saturday, July 12, 2025 at midnight (Broadway Time)
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Tony Award Winner J Harrison Ghee to Star in Roger Q. Mason’s “Night Cities” by Ross

Frontmezzjunkies reports: Tony Award Winner J Harrison Ghee to Star in Roger Q. Mason’s Night Cities – Monday, July 14 at Cherry Grove, Fire Island J Harrison Ghee (Tony, Drama Desk, …

SOURCE: front mezz junkies at 12:32AM

5 Must-See Musicals With New Lead Actors by Andrew Gans

Even if you've seen these musicals before, a new principal cast makes it worth a revisit.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

Bernadette Peters and Beth Leavel Host 27th Annual Broadway Barks July 12 by Andrew Gans

Celebrity participants include Audra McDonald, Cole Escola, Victoria Clark, Orville Peck, Jasmine Amy Rogers, Michelle Williams, and many more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:06AM

Broadway in Bryant Park Week #1 by Genevieve Rafter Keddy

106.7 LITE FM’s Broadway in Bryant Park kicked off its 2025 season, bringing the best of Broadway to give New Yorkers and tourists alike free performances, every Thursday in July. The Brya…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:03AM

Anything Goes Kicks its Heels Sky High at the Shaw Festival by Ross

All aboard the MS Americana, as the Shaw Festival‘s effervescent production of Anything Goes sets sail for a spirited crossing filled to overflowing with flavorfully festive music and lyri…

SOURCE: Times Square Chronicles at 12:02AM

All the Drama: “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying”, 1962 Winner, Pulitzer Prize for Drama by Jan Simpson

All The Drama is hosted by Jan Simpson. It is a series of deep dives into the plays that have won The Pulitzer Prize for Drama. The Pulitzer Prize for Drama: “How to Succeed in Business Wi…

SOURCE: BroadwayRadio at 12:01AM