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Monday, January 16, 2017

“Get Smart” actor Dick Gautier dead at 85 by The Associated Press

Actor Dick Gautier, who gained fame playing an Elvis-like singer in the Broadway musical "Bye Bye Birdie" and went on to play Hymie the Robot on TV's "Get Smart," has died. He was 85.

SOURCE: Denver Post at 12:55AM
Saturday, January 14, 2017

Ringling Bros. circus to close after 146 years by The Associated Press

After 146 years, the curtain is coming down on "The Greatest Show on Earth." The owner of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus told The Associated Press that the show will close…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 10:48PM
Tuesday, January 10, 2017

Solange calls Beyonce 'master class' for musical success by The Associated Press

Solange says growing up in a house with older sister Beyonce was like a "master class" for becoming a musical success....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 01:16PM
Wednesday, December 28, 2016

Veteran Broadway actor George S. Irving dies by The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) -- Actor George S. Irving, who won a Tony Award starring with Debbie Reynolds in the musical "Irene" and appeared in the original Broadway production o…

SOURCE: Associated Press at 01:08PM
Thursday, December 22, 2016

Secrets behind the dazzling dances of “La La Land” told by choreographer Mandy Moore, who started dancing in Colorado by The Associated Press

Choreographer Mandy Moore was lying under a car on the hot pavement while more than 100 dancers above her twirled through gridlocked LA freeway traffic during the opening number of "La La La…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 02:19PM
Monday, December 12, 2016

“La La Land” tops Globes with 7 noms, “Moonlight” with 6 by The Associated Press

Damien Chazelle's Los Angeles musical "La La Land" sang and danced its way to a leading seven Golden Globes nominations, with Barry Jenkins' celebrated coming-of-age tale "Moonlight" close o…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 09:25AM
Thursday, December 1, 2016

Cirque du Soleil cancels shows in San Francisco after fatal accident by The Associated Press

Cirque du Soleil "Luzia" has canceled its San Francisco shows through Friday and hired psychologists to counsel cast and crew members in the wake of an accident that killed a technician earl…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 04:37PM
Friday, November 25, 2016

Florence Henderson, “The Brady Bunch” mom, dies by The Associated Press

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Florence Henderson, who went from Broadway star to become one of America's most beloved television moms in "The Brady Bunch," has died, her manager and her publicist…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 02:35AM
Tuesday, November 22, 2016

'Hamilton' actor: 'There's nothing to apologize for' by The Associated Press

An actor from the hit musical read a statement directed to Mike Pence, the vice president elect, and Donald Trump demanded an apology

SOURCE: St. Louis Today at 04:18AM
Saturday, November 5, 2016

Much of Broadway will be closed on Election night by The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) -- Many Broadway shows have planned not to compete with a big, real drama on Tuesday - the presidential election....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 03:19PM
Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Michael Jordan’s “Space Jam” returning to theaters by The Associated Press

Michael Jordan, Bugs Bunny and friends are returning to the court, and theaters, to mark the 20th anniversary of "Space Jam."

SOURCE: Denver Post at 10:43AM
Friday, September 23, 2016

J.K. Rowling: Harambe isn't part of Harry Potter universe by The Associated Press

Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling has clarified that slain Ohio gorilla, Harambe, is not a part of her fictional universe....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 02:54PM
Monday, September 19, 2016

Charmian Carr, Liesl von Trapp in ‘The Sound of Music’ Film, Dies at 73 by The Associated Press

Ms. Carr was a big fan of “The Sound of Music” singalongs, calling them “a kind of therapy.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 06:15AM
Friday, September 16, 2016

‘Virginia Woolf’ playwright Edward Albee dies at age 88 by The Associated Press

Three-time Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Edward Albee, who challenged theatrical convention in masterworks such as "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" and "A Delicate Balance," died Friday…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 09:27PM
Wednesday, August 24, 2016

U.S. Women's Gymnastics Team Applauded by Broadway's 'Hamilton' by The Associated Press

The Final Five — Simone Biles, Aly Raisman, Gabby Douglas, Madison Kocian and Laurie Hernandez — saw the production and met the cast on Tuesday night.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:04PM
Wednesday, August 3, 2016

'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' Script Book Sells Over 2 Million Copies in 2 Days by The Associated Press

It is among the fastest-selling works in history and a remarkable number for a script to a play. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:55AM
Wednesday, July 27, 2016

Broadway giant James ‘Jimmy’ Nederlander dies at 94 by The Associated Press

James M. Nederlander, who took over the fledgling Nederlander Organization from his father and built it into one of the largest producers of live entertainment and a dominant national theate…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 02:15AM
Thursday, July 14, 2016

Sylvester Stallone praises 'Rocky' toddler's viral workout by The Associated Press

A video of a toddler mimicking Sylvester Stallone's moves while watching a clip of the training montage in "Rocky II" has earned kudos from the actor himself....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 10:09AM
Thursday, July 7, 2016

Broadway Actor John McMartin Dies at 86 by The Associated Press

McMartin was nominated for five Tonys, including 1966's 'Sweet Charity' to the 2002 revival of Stephen Sondheim's 'Into the Woods.'read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 07:40PM
Tuesday, July 5, 2016

Broadway's 'Fun Home' Cast Sets Benefit Performance for Orlando Victims by The Associated Press

The cast and creative team will assemble for a one-night benefit concert version of the Tony Award-winning show on July 24. read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:01PM

'Daily Show's' Hasan Minhaj Sets Summer Tour for Solo Show 'Homecoming King' by The Associated Press

The comedian will kick off a 19-city North America tour this summer, starting Aug. 19 in Portland, Oregon.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:38AM
Thursday, June 30, 2016

Naked Man Yells About Donald Trump, Jumps Off TKTS Booth in Times Square by The Associated Press

The man sustained a cut on his elbow but was in stable condition as he was taken to a hospital for psychiatric evaluation.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:19PM
Monday, June 20, 2016

'Cheers' Stage Show to Debut in September by The Associated Press

The comedy is based on some of the most memorable moments of the celebrated TV show's first season.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:01AM
Thursday, June 16, 2016

Lin-Manuel Miranda leaving ‘Hamilton’ July 9 but will return by The Associated Press

Miranda, who has been in the show since it made its debut off-Broadway in early 2015, said Thursday he will perform his last show July 9.

SOURCE: Denver Post at 12:55PM

Musicians use song, statements to respond to mass shooting by The Associated Press

Elton John, Ricky Martin and Melissa Etheridge are among the gay artists using their voices to respond to the mass shooting at a Florida nightclub....

SOURCE: Associated Press at 08:18AM
Wednesday, June 15, 2016

Actress Anne Hathaway named goodwill ambassador for UN Women by The Associated Press

Oscar-winning actress Anne Hathaway was appointed a goodwill ambassador Wednesday for the U.N. agency promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women.

SOURCE: Denver Post at 10:10PM

Wesleyan Creates Scholarship Honoring 'Hamilton' Stars by The Associated Press

The four-year, full-tuition scholarship will be awarded to an incoming student who submits a creative written work judged to "best reflect originality, artistry and dynamism." read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:20PM
Monday, June 13, 2016

‘Hamilton’ sweeps up awards at a sometimes somber Tonys by The Associated Press

The Tony Awards have gotten underway with a heavy heart a night after a gunman killed 50 people at a gay Florida nightclub, leaving many in the Broadway community upset, angry and determined…

SOURCE: Denver Post at 12:14AM
Saturday, June 11, 2016

“Nashville” television drama gets a new life by The Associated Press

The television series “Nashville” is getting a second life. The country-oriented CMT network said Friday it will make a fifth season of the music-oriented drama, which had been canceled …

SOURCE: Denver Post at 08:21AM
Thursday, June 9, 2016

Rowling swears fans to secrecy as Harry Potter play unveiled by The Associated Press

The curtain has risen on Harry Potter’s latest adventure — and J.K. Rowling is urging fans not to ruin the magic by letting its secrets out.

SOURCE: Denver Post at 01:39AM
Monday, June 6, 2016

'Equus' and 'Amadeus' Playwright Peter Shaffer Dies at 90 by The Associated Press

For much of his long career, Shaffer achieved the often-elusive goal of combining commercial and critical success.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:01PM

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