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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

'Titanique' Producers Sink Its Star's Instagram Funding Pitch by Kimberly Nordyke

Constantine Rousouli broke all sorts of rules by turning to social media to finance the cult musical's would-be Broadway run.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:30PM[SHARE]
Sunday, December 7, 2025

Trump Hosts Kennedy Center Honors, Recognizing Sylvester Stallone, Kiss and Others: "Billions and Billions of People Have Watched Them Over the Year by Kimberly Nordyke

Asked when he arrived for the ceremony how he had found time to prepare, Trump said he "didn't really prepare very much."

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:56PM[SHARE]
Thursday, November 28, 2024

Actor Julien Arnold Dies During Performance of 'A Christmas Carol' by Kimberly Nordyke

The Canadian, who was 59, is a stage veteran, appearing in numerous productions throughout his home country.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:48PM[SHARE]
Monday, November 25, 2024

Jewel to Perform at Sean Penn's CORE Fundraiser at Art Basel Miami Beach: Org's Mission "Is a Vital Part of Building Strong Communities" (Excl by Kimberly Nordyke

This year's co-chair committee includes Jon Bon Jovi, Jorge Perez, Jared Leto, Alessandra Ambrosio, Diplo, Garcelle Beauvais and Soleil Moon Frye. 

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:29PM[SHARE]
Sunday, June 16, 2024

Tony Awards: Ariana DeBose's Opener, Alicia Keys' Performance, Daniel Radcliffe's Win and More Memorable Moments by Kimberly Nordyke

The 77th Annual Tony Awards took place on Sunday night and featured several firsts, standout performances and fashion moments. Ariana DeBose hosted the ceremony, which aired live from the Da…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:23PM[SHARE]

Jeremy Strong Wins First Tony, Thanks Theater Staff "Who See Me Looking Like I've Been Run Over" by Kimberly Nordyke

Jeremy Strong won his first Tony Award on Sunday night. The Succession star took home the award for best performance by an actor in a leading role in a play for An Enemy of the People. He se…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:42PM[SHARE]

Brooke Shields Wears Crocs Shoes to Tony Awards by Kimberly Nordyke

Brooke Shields chose to forgo the standard red carpet shoe attire at Sunday's Tony Awards " for a good reason. Ditching the typical high-heeled attire associated with such high-profile event…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:57PM[SHARE]

Tony Awards: Winners List (Updating Live) by Kimberly Nordyke

The Tony Awards are being handed out Sunday night. Ariana DeBose will host the live broadcast from the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York. The cer…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:16PM[SHARE]
Wednesday, June 12, 2024

'Stereophonic' Performance Set for Tony Awards After Outcry by Kimberly Nordyke

Stereophonic is now slated to perform at the Tony Awards. The decision comes amid outcry from fans and the playwright, David Adjmi, himself, after the initial performance lineup was announce…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:15AM[SHARE]
Thursday, June 6, 2024

Tony Awards Performers: Daniel Radcliffe, Eddie Redmayne Among Stars Set to Take the Stage by Kimberly Nordyke

Daniel Radcliffe and Eddie Redmayne are among the nominees set to take the stage at the upcoming Tony Awards. Producers on Tuesday unveiled the musical performances planned for the June 16 c…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:26PM[SHARE]
Monday, May 25, 2015

Steve Martin Talk Leads to Audience Revolt in N.Y. by Kimberly Nordyke

His talk at the 92nd Street Y was called "disappointing" and led to ticket buyers being offered $50 gift certificates; Martin calls the Y "discourteous."

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM[SHARE]

Natalie Portman Is Engaged, Pregnant by Kimberly Nordyke

The actress met her choreographer fiancé, Benjamin Millepied, while working on "Black Swan."

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM[SHARE]

Report: 'Spider-Man' Producers Ask Comic Book Writer to Revise Script by Kimberly Nordyke

The producers of the troubled Broadway musical have asked Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, a playwright who has written Spider-Man stories for Marvel, for help.

SOURCE: Backstage at 05:58PM[SHARE]
Sunday, June 8, 2014

Tonys: 'Aladdin's' Genie Performs '(You Ain't Never Had a) Friend Like Me' (Video) by Kimberly Nordyke

James Monroe Iglehart, who plays the role originated by Robin Williams in the 1992 film, is nominated for a Tony.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 08:39PM[SHARE]

Tonys: 'A Raisin in the Sun' Wins Best Revival of a Play by Kimberly Nordyke

The awards were handed out Sunday night at New York's Radio City Music Hall.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:40PM[SHARE]

Tonys: 'Hedwig and the Angry Inch' Wins Best Revival of a Musical by Kimberly Nordyke

The awards were handed out Sunday night at New York's Radio City Music Hall.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:39PM[SHARE]

Tony Awards 2014 Winners: The Complete List (Updating Live) by Kimberly Nordyke

Musicals "A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder" and "Hedwig and the Angry Inch" and plays "The Glass Menagerie" and "Twelfth Night" lead the nominations for Sunday night's ceremony.read mo…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:14PM[SHARE]
Sunday, June 9, 2013

Tonys: Neil Patrick Harris Ends Show With a Rap Number (Video) by Kimberly Nordyke

The host performs his own version of Jay-Z's "Empire State of Mind."read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:33PM[SHARE]

Tonys: Neil Patrick Harris Mocks Shia LeBeouf, Mike Tyson Cameos in Opener (Video) by Kimberly Nordyke

Harris kicked off Sunday night's 67th annual Tony Awards with a big song-and-dance number.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:10PM[SHARE]
Monday, June 18, 2012

Spike Lee Bringing Mike Tyson's One-Man Show to Broadway by Kimberly Nordyke

"Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth," which debuted in Las Vegas in the spring, focuses on the highs and lows of the former heavyweight champion's life.read more

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 07:22PM[SHARE]
Friday, May 27, 2011

Bono on 'Spider-Man': 'I Promise It's Not Been Canceled' by Shirley Halperin and Kimberly Nordyke

The U2 frontman, who composed the music for problem-plagued $70 million Broadway production with the Edge, says the revamped show "will be there by opening night."

SOURCE: Backstage at 11:04AM[SHARE]
Tuesday, May 24, 2011

'Book of Mormon,' 'Anything Goes' Top Drama Desk Awards by Kimberly Nordyke

Each wins five awards at Monday's ceremony, including the top musical prizes; "War Horse" and revival "The Normal Heart" top the best play categories.

SOURCE: Backstage at 10:59AM[SHARE]
Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Audra McDonald Joining 'Porgy and Bess' Musical by Kimberly Nordyke

The actress, who is leaving ABC's medical series at the end of this season, says she will star in a new production of the George Gershwin and DuBose Heyward opera "Porgy and Bess."

SOURCE: Backstage at 04:25AM[SHARE]

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