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Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Tilda Swinton to Bring One-Person Stage Show to London and New York by Caitlin Huston

Swinton is resuming her role in 'Man to Man,' directed by Stephen Unwin.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:52AM
Monday, October 27, 2025

MrBallen Podcast Moves to SiriusXM (Exclusive) by Caitlin Huston

'The MrBallen Podcast: Strange, Dark & Mysterious' has signed a multiyear deal with SiriusXM after working with Wondery for three years.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:00AM

Why Podcast Advertisers Are Holding Back Close to $1 Billion by Caitlin Huston

A new survey from podcast ad agency Oxford Road finds a lack of clear measurement metrics across audio and video platforms is giving advertisers pause.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:28AM

The Shubert Organization, Trafalgar Entertainment Partner on New London Theater by Caitlin Huston

This marks the first time in 100 years that the Shubert Organization, the biggest theater owner on Broadway, has directly partnered and invested in a London theater.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:00AM
Thursday, October 23, 2025

Broadway Musicians Reach Tentative Agreement, Averting Strike by Caitlin Huston

The musicians were set to strike Thrusday if a deal was not reached.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 07:17AM
Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Broadway Box Office: ‘Chess’ Gets Strong $1.2 Million Start by Caitlin Huston

The musical starring Lea Michele, Aaron Tveit and Nicholas Christopher, brought in the total across just four preview performances.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:00PM

Top Creators’ Shows Find Second Life Off YouTube by Caitlin Huston

Tubi and Roku are increasingly picking up creators' already shot videos to repackage them on FAST channels.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:05PM

Broadway Musicians Say They Will Strike “Immediately” If Deal Is Not Reached Wednesday by Caitlin Huston

Broadway musicians have been lobbying for "stable" healthcare coverage, as well as wage gains and job security.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:03PM
Monday, October 20, 2025

Workers at Major D.C. Concert Venues Launch Unionization Effort by Caitlin Huston

There are more than 300 staff members aiming to unionize at the 9:30 Club, The Anthem, The Atlantis and Lincoln Theatre.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:00PM

Rose Byrne, Bobby Cannavale, Patti LuPone to Star in ‘Moonstruck’ Reading (Exclusive) by Caitlin Huston

The cast for the one-night benefit will include Stevie Van Zandt, Steve Buscemi, John Turturro, Stephen DeRosa and Dez Duron.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:30AM

Ari Emanuel’s MARI Acquires Broadway Ticketing Company TodayTix by Caitlin Huston

The company, which also sells tickets in the West End, joins the company’s portfolio of live events.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:22AM
Thursday, October 16, 2025

Why Filming ‘Blue Moon’ Required a “Dismantling” of Ethan Hawke by Caitlin Huston

Plus the cast of the film, including Andrew Scott, who plays Richard Rodgers, on recreating theater haunt Sardi’s in Dublin.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:22PM

Jon Stewart, Mike Birbiglia, Heidi Gardner and More Come to Broadway In ‘All Out: Comedy About Ambition’ by Caitlin Huston

The rotating cast also features Abbi Jacobson, Ben Schwartz, Cecily Strong, Heidi Gardner, Nicholas Braun and more.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:56AM
Wednesday, October 15, 2025

70 Percent of Americans of Use AI … But That Doesn’t Mean They Trust It by Caitlin Huston

A nationally representative survey conducted for iHeartMedia finds a wide use of GenAI as well as a deep distrust of how it may impact media and entertainment.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:15PM

Why Influencers Suddenly Love Facebook. (No Joke.) “It’s My Biggest Source of Income” by Caitlin Huston

A quiet overhaul of the 21-year-old platform’s monetization formula is winning over a new class of content makers.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:30PM
Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Broadway Box Office: ‘Hamilton’ Hits High of $4 Million As Fall Season Begins by Caitlin Huston

Scott Rudin's 'Little Bear Ridge Road' was among the many productions that began previews last week.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:47PM

Netflix Inks Deal With Spotify to Stream Video Podcasts by Caitlin Huston

Select titles, including 'The Bill Simmons Podcast,' will begin airing on Netflix in early 2026.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:00PM

How Danny Strong Became the Guy to Fix the Musical ‘Chess’  by Caitlin Huston

Strong, behind shows such as 'Empire' and 'Dopesick,' speaks about taking on the famously complicated musical, and hopefully bringing clarity to the Cold War story as it comes to Broadway ag…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:50AM
Monday, October 13, 2025

Broadway Musicians Vote to Authorize Strike by Caitlin Huston

Ninety-eight percent of union members voted to authorize a strike, as talks continue.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:38AM

Marc Maron Ends His Podcast With Words of Advice From Barack Obama by Caitlin Huston

The podcast 'WTF' ended its 16-year-run of his show by sitting down with Obama, again, and getting counsel about leaving a career-defining role and the state of the world.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:26AM
Friday, October 10, 2025

Howard Stern Floats “Ownership” as SiriusXM Contract Negotiating Point by Caitlin Huston

"There's every kind of thing you could want, and I'm very proud of it. And if do end up staying with this company, I'm going to take ownership of that,” Stern said.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:08AM
Thursday, October 9, 2025

Harvey Weinstein Moves to Vacate New York Conviction Due to Threats Against Jurors by Caitlin Huston

“I regret the verdict. Without the intimidation from other jurors, I believe that the jury would have hung on the Miriam Haley charge," one juror said in an affidavit.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:43PM

Broadway Musicians Hold Strike Authorization Vote As Contract Talks Continue by Caitlin Huston

If members vote yes, this could set the stage for a possible strike with Actors' Equity.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:58AM

‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ Will Come to Broadway This Spring by Caitlin Huston

The musical reimagines 'Cats' as a drag ballroom competition.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:45AM
Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Broadway Box Office: ‘Hamilton’ Brings in $3.7 Million, ‘Just In Time’ Has Highest-Grossing Week by Caitlin Huston

'Waiting For Godot,' starring Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, also continues to be a top-grossing show.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:52PM
Monday, October 6, 2025

Andy Cohen Will Interview Howard Stern as SiriusXM Talks Continue by Caitlin Huston

SiriusXM says they believe they will reach a deal with Stern, but has also drawn in other big names, including Alex Cooper, because of their talent-friendly approach.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:16PM

Jenny Slate, Max Silvestri and Gabe Liedman Launch New Podcast With SiriusXM, SmartLess Media by Caitlin Huston

The first episode of the podcast hosted by the three longtime friends and comedians will air Oct. 21. 

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 04:00PM
Thursday, October 2, 2025

Bill Condon Knows You All Love Musicals (Even If You Won’t Admit It) by Caitlin Huston

The powerhouse filmmaker behind 'Dreamgirls' and now 'Kiss of the Spider Woman' spills his secrets on bringing song to screen, directing divas and why camp is underrated.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:00AM
Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Broadway Actors Ready for Possible Strike As Negotiations Heat Up by Caitlin Huston

The union board has voted to authorize a strike and is handing out strike pledge cards to members, as negotiators prepare for the next session.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:48PM
Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Podcast Networks’ New Pitch: Hosts Are the Ultimate Influencers by Caitlin Huston

At the IAB upfront, the popularity of podcasts has led to more ad opportunities as well as more voices, including from conservative media, coming in.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:48PM

Broadway Box Office: ‘Hamilton’ Brings In $3.8 Million, ‘Ragtime’ Begins Previews by Caitlin Huston

'Waiting for Godot,' starring Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, also brought in a strong $1.6 million during its opening week.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:39PM

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