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Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Alexandra Daddario, Daveed Diggs, Josh Gad and Ashley Park Wrap Production on Nora Kirkpatrick’s ‘A Tree Fell in the Woods’ (EXCLUSIVE) by Katcy Stephan

Writer-director Nora Kirkpatrick’s debut feature “A Tree Fell in the Woods,” starring Alexandra Daddario, Daveed Diggs, Josh Gad and Ashley Park, has wrapped production. The film is a …

SOURCE: Variety at 10:02PM
Sunday, March 16, 2025

Inside Disney’s ‘Snow White’ Premiere With Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot by Katcy Stephan

When Rachel Zegler stepped onto the red carpet at the world premiere of Disney’s “Snow White” on Saturday afternoon in Hollywood, the newest Disney princess was greeted by a smaller-th…

SOURCE: Variety at 08:20AM
Friday, March 14, 2025

Hamish Linklater Signs With Gersh (EXCLUSIVE) by Katcy Stephan

Actor, writer and playwright Hamish Linklater has signed with Gersh for representation. Linklater most recently co-starred in the Best Picture Oscar-nominated film “Nickel Boys,”  …

SOURCE: Variety at 02:22PM
Thursday, February 27, 2025

‘The Hunger Games: On Stage’ Sets October Premiere in London by Katcy Stephan

May the odds be ever in your favor this October. The first-ever live stage adaptation of “The Hunger Games” will begin performances on Oct. 20 at the Troubadour Canary Wharf Theatre, a b…

SOURCE: Variety at 08:00AM
Monday, February 24, 2025

Kieran Culkin Wins SAG Award and Jokes About Adrien Brody’s Long Acceptance Speeches: ‘There Was No Reason to Take That Shot’ by Katcy Stephan

Kieran Culkin is no stranger to awards show acceptance speeches — so he isn’t afraid to call out his fellow winners for taking too much time on the podium. “Thank you for this incredib…

SOURCE: Variety at 08:43AM
Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Kamala Harris Signs With CAA by Katcy Stephan

Former Vice President Kamala Harris has signed with CAA for representation in all areas, with a focus on speaking engagements and publishing. CAA will work closely with Harris on her post-Wh…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:07AM
Friday, February 7, 2025

Donald Trump Says He Will Fire Kennedy Center Board Members and Name Himself Chairman by Katcy Stephan

President Donald Trump has declared his intention to take over the leadership of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington. D.C. After The Atlantic first reported the …

SOURCE: Variety at 07:09PM
Thursday, January 30, 2025

Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Adds John Leguizamo by Katcy Stephan

John Leguizamo is the latest star to join the cast of Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey.” He will appear alongside previously announced cast members Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hath…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:43PM
Saturday, November 23, 2024

‘Wicked’ Breakdown: 65 Easter Eggs, Changes and References Explained by Katcy Stephan

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains major spoilers for plot points, cameos and the ending of “Wicked,” now playing in theaters, as well as minor spoilers for the “Wicked” stage show…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:00AM
Monday, November 11, 2024

Jeff Goldblum on Passing the ‘Jurassic Park’ Baton to ‘Wicked’ Co-Star Jonathan Bailey by Katcy Stephan

Jeff Goldblum is handing off the dinosaur-sized torch to “Wicked” co-star Jonathan Bailey. Bailey is taking on the role of paleontologist Dr. Henry Loomis in the latest “Jurassic Park�…

SOURCE: Variety at 04:07PM
Thursday, September 19, 2024

Marissa Bode Teases Nessarose’s Expanded Arc in ‘Wicked’ Films: ‘She’s Not Just the Bratty Little Spoiled Sister’ by Katcy Stephan

Marissa Bode thought she lost out on her dream role of Nessarose in “Wicked.” After a self tape and a series of callbacks, she stopped hearing back from casting. “I was like, ‘It’s…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:30PM
Monday, June 3, 2024

Willy Wonka Glasgow Parody Musical Debuts First Track With John Stamos (EXCLUSIVE) by Katcy Stephan

“Willy’s Candy Spectacular: A Parody Musical,” which will spoof this year’s viral Willy Wonka Glasgow Experience, is finally taking fans to a world of pure imagination as they reveal…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:00AM
Thursday, March 14, 2024

Glasgow Willy Wonka Experience Being Adapted as Musical Satire by Richard Kraft and Riki Lindhome by Katcy Stephan

After a disastrous Willy Wonka “immersive” experience in Glasgow set the internet ablaze, the fiasco is getting the musical satire treatment. The creative team behind “Willy Fest: A Mu…

SOURCE: Variety at 05:08PM
Thursday, February 22, 2024

Paradigm Hires Kyle Jensen and Jamie Kaye-Phillips, Promotes Matthew Nutty, Taps Brian Neal for Napoli Management Group by Katcy Stephan

Paradigm Talent Agency has hired Kyle Jensen as a literary content agent and Jamie Kaye-Phillips as a theatre literary content agent, and promoted Matthew Nutty to talent agent. In addition,…

SOURCE: Variety at 04:30PM
Tuesday, December 5, 2023

With Her New Podcast and a Landmark Theatres Partnership, Film Influencer Megan ‘Jstoobs’ Cruz Levels Up Beyond TikTok Fame by Katcy Stephan

When Megan Cruz downloaded TikTok in March 2020, she didn’t think much of it. “The first video that I uploaded, I was like, ‘It could be cool! I could get 10,000 followers or something…

SOURCE: Variety at 07:27PM
Friday, August 4, 2023

‘Les Misérables’ Review: Breathtaking Production Dazzles L.A. With Powerhouse Ensemble by Katcy Stephan

Cameron Mackintosh’s much-loved production of Boublil and Schönberg’s “Les Misérables” has descended upon L.A., giving Angelenos their chance to hear the people sing at the Hollywo…

SOURCE: Variety at 05:56PM
Friday, December 9, 2022

‘Wicked’ Films Add Marissa Bode as Nessarose, Bowen Yang, Keala Settle and More by Katcy Stephan

Jon M. Chu’s “Wicked” films have found a few more citizens of the Emerald City, filling out the already star-studded cast.  Marissa Bode will make her feature film debut as Nessarose,…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:05PM
Friday, November 26, 2021

Stephen Sondheim’s Most Memorable Songs by Katcy Stephan

In his 91-year life, prolific composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim crafted some of Broadway’s most iconic tunes. From “West Side Story” to “Into the Woods,” his music has stood t…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:49PM
Wednesday, August 18, 2021

‘Hamilton’ Marks Live Theater’s Emotional Return to Los Angeles by Katcy Stephan

It’s been a long road for the company of “Hamilton” in Los Angeles — just eight hours before opening night back in March 2020, the show was shut down as fears swelled over a looming …

SOURCE: Variety at 01:50PM

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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