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Saturday, February 3, 2024

‘Scrambled’ review round-up: ‘A charismatic directorial debut’ from writer, director and star Leah McKendrick by Vincent Mandile

On February 2, 2024, Lionsgate released “Scrambled” in theaters. The film starring, written and directed by Leah McKendrick has received rave reviews, holding fresh at 92% on Rotten Toma…

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Monday, January 15, 2024

‘Mean Girls’ musical hits theaters: ‘It’s the best of film and Broadway, combined’ [Review Round-Up] by Vincent Mandile

On January 12, 2024, Paramount Pictures released “Mean Girls,” the musical film adaptation of Tina Fey‘s 2004 classic. The movie is the feature directorial debut of Samantha Jayne and …

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 06:00PM
Friday, October 6, 2023

‘Dicks: The Musical’ reviews: A ‘gloriously filthy’ cast breathes life into this ‘cult movie in the making’ by Vincent Mandile

On October 6, 2023, A24 released “Dicks: The Musical” based on the off-broadway musical “F***ing Identical Twins” by Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson. The writers star in the film as Cra…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 12:00PM
Thursday, August 31, 2023

Audiences call ‘Gran Turismo’ a ‘must-watch movie’ for racing fans and gamers [Review Round-Up] by Vincent Mandile

Audiences packed theaters over the weekend to watch “Gran Turismo,” the inspiring true story of a team of underdogs – a struggling, working-class gamer, a failed former race car driver…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 05:00PM
Friday, July 14, 2023

‘Theater Camp’ review round-up: Ben Platt and Molly Gordon star in ‘sweet, wacky and very funny indie mockumentary’ by Vincent Mandile

On July 14, 2023, Searchlight Pictures released “Theater Camp” to predominantly positive reviews from critics, holding fresh at 77% on Rotten Tomatoes. The film stars Tony winner Ben Pla…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 05:00PM
Friday, May 19, 2023

‘Sanctuary’ reviews: Margaret Qualley and Christopher Abbott are ‘wickedly sharp’ in psychosexual thriller by Vincent Mandile

On May 19, 2023, NEON released “Sanctuary” starring Emmy nominee Margaret Qualley and Christopher Abbott. The film directed by Zachary Wigon follows a dominatrix (Qualley) and Hal (Abbot…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 03:00PM
Thursday, January 5, 2023

‘M3GAN’ shocks critics: ‘A future cult classic’ introducing ‘a rubber-faced horror megastar’ by Vincent Mandile

On January 6, 2023, “M3GAN” is released in theaters nationwide. The sci-fi comedy horror flick from director Gerard Johnstone stars Allison Williams as Gemma, a robotocist for a toy comp…

SOURCE: Gold Derby at 06:00PM
Tuesday, June 21, 2022

‘American Idol’ flashback: Jennifer Hudson’s best performances and what led to EGOT winner’s Season 3 defeat by Vincent Mandile

There is new member of the EGOT club and her name is Jennifer Hudson. The Emmy, Grammy and Oscar winner completed this feat with her recent Tony win for co-producing the Best Musical champ, …

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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
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
TBA: Titanic
TBA: Ragtime