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Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Ed Sheeran: From ‘Game of Thrones’ to ‘The Simpsons’ parody of ‘La La Land’ by Paul Sheehan

When “Game of Thrones” returned for its seventh season on July 16, Ed Sheeran had a cameo in the first episode, “Dragonstone.” The Grammy-winning singer/songwriter is a h…

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Friday, July 14, 2017

Emmy nominations 2017: Still looking for first win after multiple losses – Kevin Spacey, Elisabeth Moss … by Paul Sheehan

Kevin Spacey may have two Oscars and a Tony but he is still missing an Emmy from his mantle despite 10 nominations to date. He has another chance to right that wrong as he reaped another bid…

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Monday, July 10, 2017

‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,’ ‘Fleabag,’ David Bowie win at South Bank Sky Arts Awards by Paul Sheehan

Oliver Awards record-breaker “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child,” which is coming to Broadway next year, claimed the theater prize at the 21st annual South Bank Arts Awards on Su…

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Friday, July 7, 2017

Josh Groban writing tell-all book about ‘insane’ experiences on Broadway by Paul Sheehan

Josh Groban made his Broadway debut in “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812.” Groban, who exited the show earlier this month, will chronicle his time on the rialto in the…

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‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’: Before heading to theater, watch first four minutes online by Paul Sheehan

“Spider-Man: Homecoming” opens Friday July 7 to some of the best reviews ever for for a film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Many screenings are sure to be sold out. Don’…

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Thursday, July 6, 2017

Cher musical sets Broadway tryout for October and spring 2018 opening by Paul Sheehan

Cher won an Oscar in 1988 for “Moonstruck,” a Grammy in 2000 for the dance hit “Believe” and an Emmy in 2003 for her variety special “Cher: The Farewell Tour.&#…

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Tuesday, July 4, 2017

Oscars 2018: Walt Disney Studios hoping live-action ‘Beauty and the Beast’ repeats success of animated version by Paul Sheehan

Last year, Walt Disney Studios reaped seven Oscar nominations spread out over five films: two each for “Moana” and “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” and single nominations for “Doctor…

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Friday, June 30, 2017

‘The Great Showman’ trailer: Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams sizzle in this hot Oscar contender by Paul Sheehan

Hugh Jackman reaped his only Oscar nomination for his leading role in the movie version of the smash hit Broadway musical “Les Miserables.” He is back singing on screen in “…

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Tuesday, June 27, 2017

Tony Awards wins for ‘Dear Evan Hansen,’ ‘Hello, Dolly!’ and ‘Indecent’ boost Broadway box office by Paul Sheehan

Broadway did boffo business last week with total takings of $35.2 million. While some of that was spent by theater goers on long-running shows like “The Book of Mormon” and ̶…

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Thursday, June 22, 2017

‘Stronger’ trailer: Jake Gyllenhaal and Tatiana Maslany are riveting in Boston Marathon bombing drama by Paul Sheehan

Jake Gyllenhaal could well win the Best Actor Oscar for his heartfelt portrayal of Jeff Bauman, Jr. who lost both his legs in the bombing of the 2013 marathon. Bauman was waiting at the fini…

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Tuesday, June 13, 2017

Tony Awards host Kevin Spacey: How would you rate his first time emceeing Broadway’s biggest night? by Paul Sheehan

Kevin Spacey is certainly used to accepting show business awards, with two Oscars, four SAG Awards, a Golden Globe and a Tony crowding his mantle. But he had never been asked to host one of …

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Tony Awards: ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ sweeps, Bette Midler wins, ‘Oslo’ takes Best Play by Paul Sheehan

Critics darling “Dear Evan Hansen” won Best Musical at Sunday’s Tony Awards. It also claimed two acting awards: lead Ben Platt and featured actress Rachel Bay Jones. Recent…

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2017 Tony Awards predictions: Complete odds in all categories by Paul Sheehan

Looking for a handy cheat sheet before entering your predictions for the 2017 Tony Awards winners on Sunday, June 11? Take a look at our racetrack odds below. The predicted winners are indic…

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Hey, Tony Awards voters: You only have till 6 p.m. today (June 9) to fill out your ballots by Paul Sheehan

The 71st annual edition of the Tony Awards takes place on Sunday, June 11 at New York’s Radio City Music Hall and airs live on CBS. The 863 members of the Broadway community who decide…

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Tony Awards predictions: ‘Dear Evan Hansen,’ ‘Oslo,’ Bette Midler, Kevin Kline will win by Paul Sheehan

“Dear Evan Hansen” will win five Tony Awards on Sunday (June 11), including the coveted prize of Best Musical. Another new tuner, “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 18…

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Tony Awards: Full list of winners in all 24 categories by Paul Sheehan

The 71st annual edition of the Tony Awards took place on Sunday, June 11 at New York’s Radio City Music Hall and aired live on CBS. Nominees for these top theater kudos were determined…

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Tony Awards: Meet the 51 people who decided the nominations by Paul Sheehan

While the Oscars, Emmys and Grammys canvass their entire memberships for nominations, the Tony Awards rely on 51 theater folk who attend all the shows that open on Broadway in a season. This…

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Tony Awards performance: ‘Come From Away’ cast in rousing rendition of ‘Welcome to the Rock’ [WATCH] by Paul Sheehan

The new musical “Come From Away” tells the story of how the 9,000 citizens of Gander, a small town in Newfoundland suddenly found themselves housing 7,000 stranded passengers whe…

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Tony Awards mystery solved: Who decides the winners? by Paul Sheehan

This year’s Tony Awards winners were decided by 839 folks who make their living working on Broadway.  Voters were sent paper ballots and they had two weeks, which ended at 6 p.m. ET o…

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Tony Awards: How to watch live stream online on Sunday by Paul Sheehan

The 71st annual edition of the Tony Awards take place on Sunday, June 11. While the kudocast will go out live to TV viewers on the east coast beginning at 8 p.m. ET on CBS, the show will be …

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Tony Awards: What time does the show start, who will win, who hosts? by Paul Sheehan

The 71st annual edition of the Tony Awards will be telecast on CBS tonight (Sunday, June 11) at 8 p.m. PT and ET. While the kudocast will go out live to TV viewers on the east coast, the sho…

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Tony Awards host Kevin Spacey teases Sunday’s show: ‘Everything’s on the table’ by Paul Sheehan

Kevin Spacey isn’t saying much about what viewers will see when they tune in the Tony Awards on Sunday (June 11). All he will allow is that, “everything’s on the table, so don�…

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Tonys host Kevin Spacey should win an Emmy, say 57% of readers by Paul Sheehan

Kevin Spacey is certainly used to accepting show business awards, with two Oscars, four SAG Awards, a Golden Globe and a Tony crowding his mantle. Now, for his hosting of this year’s T…

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Monday, June 12, 2017

John Legend wins Tony Award for ‘Jitney,’ leaving him only Emmy away from EGOT by Paul Sheehan

Singer/songwriter John Legend shared in the Tony Awards win for “Jitney” on Sunday night. Legend has already taken home 10 Grammys, as detailed below, and an Oscar in 2015 for co…

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Tonys host Kevin Spacey pays tribute to Best Musical nominees in dazzling 11-minute opener [WATCH] by Paul Sheehan

Host Kevin Spacey opened the 71st annual Tony Awards with a 11-minute marathon medley that highlighted the four nominated musicals: the critics darling “Dear Evan Hansen,” the ep…

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Wednesday, June 7, 2017

Tony Awards flashback: Bette Midler did sing on the show 49 years ago! [WATCH] by Paul Sheehan

At this Sunday’s Tony Awards, Bette Midler is all but certain to take to the stage of Radio City Music Hall to collect the trophy for Best Actress in a Musical for her acclaimed perfor…

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Cher going for EGOT with Broadway musical based on her life by Paul Sheehan

Cher won an Oscar in 1988 for “Moonstruck,” a Grammy in 2000 for the dance hit “Believe” and an Emmy in 2003 for her variety special “Cher: The Farewell Tour.&#…

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Tuesday, June 6, 2017

Tony Awards news: ‘A Doll’s House Part 2’ extending just as voting is ending by Paul Sheehan

EGOT champ Scott Rudin is one savvy producer. He just announced an extension of his Tony-nominated play “A Doll’s House Part 2” that will see this delightful comedy running…

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Will hosting Tonys finally win Kevin Spacey that elusive Emmy? by Paul Sheehan

Kevin Spacey is used to accepting awards, with two Oscars, four SAG Awards, a Golden Globe and a Tony crowding his mantle. But he has never won an Emmy despite 10 bids. He is all but certain…

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Tony Awards nominations bring Broadway box office bounce in second week of new season by Paul Sheehan

Broadway shows had total takings of $32.8 million last week. While that is off by 5% from the previous week, it is up by a staggering $5.7 million from the same frame last years. While some …

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Tony Awards and Carnegie Mellon honor top theater educator at Sunday’s ceremony by Paul Sheehan

The Tony Awards and Carnegie Mellon University shine the spotlight on an educator every year. This year’s honoree is Rachel Harry, a drama teacher at Hood River Valley High School. She…

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