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Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino to Receive Creator Tribute for ‘Étoile’ at Second Annual Gotham Television Awards (EXCLUSIVE) by Clayton Davis

Acclaimed television creators Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino will be honored with the prestigious Creator Tribute at the Second Annual Gotham Television Awards, celebrating their…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:09PM
Thursday, January 23, 2025

Oscars Will Move Away From Original Song Performances and Honor L.A. in Wake of Fires by Clayton Davis

The Oscars have shared details about how they will honor the city of Los Angeles amid the devastation caused by wildfires, along with other updates to this year’s ceremony. In a letter sen…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:53AM
Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Denzel Washington Still Has Never Been Nominated for a BAFTA After Latest ‘Gladiator 2’ Snub by Clayton Davis

As Shakespeare wrote, “Life is but a walking shadow,” and Denzel Washington is the poor player who continues to be heard no more, at least in the eyes of BAFTA. With over 65 film credits…

SOURCE: Variety at 08:22AM
Sunday, January 12, 2025

Ariana Grande on Glinda’s New ‘Wicked 2’ Song and ‘Mulling Over’ the ‘Eternal Sunshine’ Deluxe Release: ‘I Want to Let My Children Mis by Clayton Davis

Ariana Grande’s career is one of transformation. She’s mastered reinvention from her Nickelodeon beginnings to her chart-topping pop career. Now, in her most ambitious turn yet, she’s …

SOURCE: Variety at 09:31AM
Saturday, January 4, 2025

Nicole Kidman Pays Tribute to Her Late Mother While Ariana Grande Jokingly Thanks Botox and Juvederm at Palm Springs Awards by Clayton Davis

The Palm Springs International Film Awards was an evening brimming with emotion, highlighted by a heartfelt tribute from Nicole Kidman, who received the International Star Award for her perf…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:23PM
Thursday, December 26, 2024

Cynthia Erivo Reveals She Co-Wrote an Original Song for Elphaba in ‘Wicked: For Good’: ‘When We Filmed It, the Entire Crew Was in Tears’ by Clayton Davis

Cynthia Erivo knows how to do this. Erivo has already dazzled audiences with her powerhouse performances on stage and screen. Still, her turn as Elphaba in Jon M. Chu’s “Wicked” has ce…

SOURCE: Variety at 04:24PM
Friday, December 6, 2024

Ray Fisher on Going From Bartender During ‘Fences’ Broadway Theatre Run to Starring in ‘The Piano Lesson’: ‘It’s a Full Circle Moment’ by Clayton Davis

For Ray Fisher, “The Piano Lesson” was more than just a role — it was a personal and professional milestone, an opportunity to explore the layers of humanity, trauma, and family that h…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:56PM
Thursday, December 5, 2024

AFI Awards: ‘Anora,’ ‘Emilia Pérez’ and ‘Wicked’ Among 10 Best Films, Top TV Shows Include ‘The Penguin’ and ‘Shogun’ by Clayton Davis

The American Film Institute has unveiled its list of the 10 best films and television programs of the year, a selection that reflects the rich diversity of storytelling across genres, budget…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:30PM
Wednesday, December 4, 2024

‘Wicked’ Named Best Picture by National Board of Review, Daniel Craig and Nicole Kidman Among Acting Winners by Clayton Davis

Universal Pictures’ blockbuster musical “Wicked” has been named best picture by the National Board of Review, the organization announced on Wednesday, in addition to taking home the di…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:00PM
Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Denzel Washington on Watching Son Malcolm Direct ‘The Piano Lesson,’ Which August Wilson Adaptation Is Next and Why ‘Gladiator’ Is a ‘Hard A by Clayton Davis

Denzel Washington is proud of his children. Why wouldn’t he be? His youngest son, Malcolm Washington, just premiered his directorial debut with an adaptation of August Wilson’s play, “…

SOURCE: Variety at 07:32PM

Denzel Washington Pays Tribute to James Earl Jones: ‘He Was Who I Wanted to Be’ by Clayton Davis

Denzel Washington is paying homage to the late actor James Earl Jones, who died this week at 93. “He’s my hero,” Washington tells Variety. “My college theater career started because …

SOURCE: Variety at 01:12PM
Sunday, June 11, 2023

Alex Newell Becomes First Nonbinary Acting Tony Winner for ‘Shucked’ by Clayton Davis

Actor Alex Newell made history at this year’s Tony Awards, becoming the first openly nonbinary performer to win an acting prize for their performance as Lulu in Jack O’Brien’s “Shuck…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:42PM
Thursday, June 8, 2023

Emmy Predictions: Lead Actress (Limited/TV Movie) – Will Jessica Chastain Get an Emmy Boost for ‘George and Tammy’ From the Tony Awards? by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:00PM
Monday, May 1, 2023

Tony Predictions: Best Direction of a Play/Musical – Helmer Hopefuls Duke It Out Including LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Michael Arden by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 07:39PM

Tony Predictions: Best Actor – The Season’s Biggest Stars Come Out to Compete Including Oscar Isaac, Corey Hawkins and Jeremy Pope by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:44PM

Tony Predictions: Best Actress — Jessica Chastain and Jodie Comer Lead the Tiny Pool of Eligible Contenders by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:30PM

Tony Predictions: Best Featured Actor/Actress in a Play – Danielle Brooks, D’Arcy Carden and Samuel L. Jackson Jostle in a Crowded Field  by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:19PM

Tony Predictions: Best Featured Actor/Actress in a Musical – Scene Stealers Grab the Spotlight  by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:16PM

Tony Predictions: Best Actor in a Musical – J. Harrison Ghee, Josh Groban and Ben Platt Likely to Lead the Field by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:38PM

Tony Predictions: Best Actress in a Musical – ‘Parade’ and ‘Sweeney’ Stars Will Challenge Victoria Clark in a Tight Race  by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:25PM

Tony Predictions: Original Score – Three Big Contenders And a Few Wild Cards Including Lin-Manuel Miranda by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:04PM

Tony Predictions: Book of Musical – A Trio of Sure Things  by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:52PM
Sunday, April 30, 2023

Tony Predictions: Best Play Revival – Fewer Candidates But a Surprisingly Competitive Race  by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:45PM

Tony Predictions: Best Play — Tom Stoppard, Pulitzer and Olivier Winners Vie for Five Spots by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:20PM
Friday, April 28, 2023

Tony Predictions 2023: ‘Some Like It Hot’ and ‘The Piano Lesson’ Among Broadway Contenders Seeking Recognition by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:15PM

Tony Predictions: Best Musical Revival — Encores! Alumni and Lush Orchestras Dominate the Field by Clayton Davis

Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Gr…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:07PM
Wednesday, February 15, 2023

Brendan Fraser Celebrated With ‘Fraser-Thon’ by American Cinematheque With Q&A and Surprise Guest (EXCLUSIVE) by Clayton Davis

American Cinematheque will celebrate Brendan Fraser with “Fraser-Thon,” a marathon featuring four of his most beloved films at the Aero Theatre in Santa Monica, Calif. Fraser will partic…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:44PM
Thursday, October 6, 2022

‘Empire of Light’ and ‘Weird: The Al Yankovic Story’ Among Nuart Theatre’s Inaugural Festival Lineup to Celebrate Reopening (EXCLUSIVE) by Clayton Davis

The inaugural Nuart Festival has been set for Oct. 21-30 to celebrate the reopening of the Nuart Theatre following its renovation. The 10-day fest will open with Oscar-winner Sam Mendes’ �…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:55PM
Saturday, September 3, 2022

‘Bardo’ or Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s Bleak Outlook on Life That Awards Voters Won’t Understand by Clayton Davis

At 8:45 PM mountain time, the Werner Herzog theater looked about halfway full with patrons sitting down for the North American premiere of Alejandro Gonzalez Iñárritu’s latest film “Ba…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:34PM
Tuesday, June 21, 2022

Akiva Schaffer on Directing Disney’s ‘Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers’ and if There’s a ‘Popstar’ Sequel Coming: ‘Never Say Never’ by Clayton Davis

Although the feature film “Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers” was released on Disney+ and not in theaters, director Akiva Schaffer knows the importance of seeing a movie with an audience, a…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:00PM
Sunday, May 22, 2022

George Miller: ‘It’d Be Very Painful’ If MGM Debuted ‘Three Thousand Years of Longing’ on Streaming by Clayton Davis

Amazon and MGM may have completed their $8.5 billion merger in March, but don’t expect to see “Three Thousand Years of Longing,” the fantastical love story from director George Miller,…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:07PM

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Nov 17, 2024: Elf - Marquis Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre