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Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Cynthia Erivo Talks Rigorous Vocal Training to Prepare for ‘Wicked’ and Ariana Grande Burning Her Butt Before ‘Defying Gravity’ by Matthew Minton

With the 1939 classic “The Wizard of Oz” forever ingrained in pop culture history, seven-time Oscar-nominated production designer Nathan Crowley knew it was the necessary starting place …

SOURCE: Variety at 07:57PM
Sunday, February 9, 2025

‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Super Bowl Trailer: Toothless and Hiccup Take Flight in Live-Action Remake by Matthew Minton

Live-action remakes aren’t just Disney’s anymore. Universal debuted a full look at the reimagining of DreamWorks Animation’s beloved “How to Train Your Dragon” during the Super Bow…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:58PM
Monday, January 6, 2025

Ariana Grande Wears Vintage, Yellow Brick Road-Inspired Dress to the Golden Globes: ‘It’s One of Galinda’s Favorite Colors’ by Matthew Minton

“Follow the Yellow Brick Road” isn’t stopping anytime soon. That’s because at the Golden Globe Awards Red Carpet Pre-Show at the Beverly Hilton, Ariana Grande donned an unworn vintag…

SOURCE: Variety at 09:48AM
Monday, December 30, 2024

Linda Lavin Remembered: Sarah Paulson, Allison Janney and ‘No Good Deed’ Creator Share Tributes by Matthew Minton

After Linda Lavin died on Sunday at the age of 87, tributes have poured in from her co-stars and collaborators in the industry. Lavin became known as a character actor for her Emmy-nominated…

SOURCE: Variety at 10:26PM
Thursday, December 19, 2024

‘Babygirl,’ ‘Emilia Pérez’ and ‘Wicked’ Among Palm Springs International Film Festival Talking Pictures Selections (EXCLUSIVE) by Matthew Minton

The Palm Springs International Film Festival has set its Talking Pictures Program, which will include “Babygirl,” “Emilia Pérez,” “Maria,” “A Real Pain,” “Sing Sing” and…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:15PM
Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Martha Luttrell, Veteran Talent Agent for Susan Sarandon and Sam Shepard, Dies at 80 by Matthew Minton

Martha Luttrell, a talent agent who represented a notable array of directors, actors, writers and musicians, died on Dec. 9 in Calabasas, Calif. She was 80. Luttrell’s death was confirmed …

SOURCE: Variety at 07:31PM
Friday, December 6, 2024

Mark Withers, Television Actor on ‘Dynasty,’ Dies at 77 by Matthew Minton

Mark Withers, a television actor known for portraying Ted Dinard in the original “Dynasty” series, died Nov. 22. He was 77. Mark Withers’ death was confirmed by his daughter, Jessie Wi…

SOURCE: Variety at 07:43PM
Monday, December 2, 2024

Silvia Pinal, Actress of Mexico’s Golden Age, Dies at 93 by Matthew Minton

Silvia Pinal, a Mexican actress known as an icon for her work during the Golden Age of Cinema, died Nov. 28 at the age of 93. Mexico’s cultural ministry on X shared that Pinal had died aft…

SOURCE: Variety at 06:26PM
Monday, November 18, 2024

Paul Teal, Actor on ‘One Tree Hill,’ Dies at 35 by Matthew Minton

Paul Teal, a TV and stage actor who appeared on shows including “One Tree Hill,” died Friday in Raleigh, N.C. He was 35. Teal’s death was confirmed by a representative for the actor, w…

SOURCE: Variety at 05:56PM

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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