Monday, March 24, 2025

‘Othello’ Director Kenny Leon and Denzel Washington Are “Absolutely” Discussing a Potential Film Adaptation by Lexi Carson

The play starring Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal officially opened Sunday at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre and marks the third project Washington and Leon have collaborated on.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:02PM

‘Othello’ Theater Review: Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal Bring Star Wattage to Middling Revival Otherwise Short on Electricity by David Rooney

Kenny Leon directs the first production of Shakespeare’s tragedy to play Broadway in more than 40 years, also featuring Molly Osborne, Andrew Burnap and Kimber Elayne Sprawl.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:00AM
Friday, March 21, 2025

‘99% Invisible’ Pod Reveals How Unprepared We Are for Climate Catastrophe by Caitlin Huston

The Ambies-nominated podcast of the year examines the perverse effects of the crisis, from skyrocketing insurance premiums to a scarcity of affordable housing: “We’re only at the beginni…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:30AM

Jay Ellis Set to Star in ‘Duke & Roya’ Off-Broadway Opposite Stephanie Nur by Caitlin Huston

John Legend's Get Lifted Co. is a producer on the play, which is set to run at the Lucille Lortel Theater this summer.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:30AM
Thursday, March 20, 2025

Disney’s Beloved Figment Character May Get Bigger Role After Fan Demand by Caitlin Huston

"I think the question about Figment has been asked about 15 times,” CEO Bob Iger said on Disney's shareholder call.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:43PM

‘Coco 2’ Set For 2029 Release In Theaters by Caitlin Huston

The Pixar sequel will reunite 'Coco' director Lee Unkrichn and co-director Adrian Molina.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:28PM

‘Vladimir’ Author Julia May Jonas to Release Sophomore Novel by Seija Rankin

Jonas tells THR about 'Diana,' an exploration of a splintering friendship between two actresses coming in spring 2026, and offers an update on the Rachel Weisz-starring Netflix adaptation of…

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 11:45AM
Wednesday, March 19, 2025

‘Purpose’ Review: In Broadway Directorial Debut, Phylicia Rashad Deftly Teases Out Caustic Portrait of Black Political Dynasty by Lovia Gyarkye

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' latest play, starring LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Kara Young, observes a powerful Black family during a chaotic birthday weekend in Chicago.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:46PM
Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Broadway Box Office: George Clooney, Kieran Culkin, Sarah Snook Shows Boost Industry Grosses by Caitlin Huston

A number of new starry shows began previews last week, including 'Good Night, and Good Luck' starring George Clooney.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:17PM
Monday, March 17, 2025

James Taylor Songs Set to Take Stage In New Musical by Caitlin Huston

'Fire & Rain' will feature an original story written by Tracy Letts and direction by David Cromer. 

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 04:00PM

Audacy Appoints Kelli Turner to Permanent Role As CEO, Names New Executives by Caitlin Huston

Chris Oliviero has been named chief business officer and Bob Philips has been named chief revenue officer. 

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:21PM
Friday, March 14, 2025

Jesse L. Kearney Jr., Playwright and Arts Advocate, Dies at 49 by Mike Barnes

He wrote musicals about the pioneering filmmaker Oscar Micheaux and worked for The STAGE Network, Audible Inc. and Black Broadway Men United.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:10PM
Thursday, March 13, 2025

John Kani Pays Tribute to Dramatist and South African Countryman Athol Fugard: “He Believed in Me and My Anger” (Guest Column) by Mike Barnes

The 'Lion King' and 'Black Panther' actor wrote two searing protest plays about apartheid in the 1970s with his inspirational friend, who died this month.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 06:12PM

Iranian Director Mohammad Rasoulof on His New Play and Parallels Between Iran and the U.S. by Georg Szalai

"The world should realize and pay attention to how important, how unique, these artists are," he said.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:07PM

IATSE Union President on Canceled Kennedy Center Shows: “Behind-The-Scenes Workers Need to Feed Our Families” by Caitlin Huston

The statement comes after a number of shows were canceled at the Kennedy Center after Trump's overhaul of the board.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 04:01PM

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, Announces New Podcast Series by Caitlin Huston

The Lemonada series will see Meghan in conversation with successful female founders.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:15PM
Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Bill Simmons Signs New Contract at Spotify by Caitlin Huston

The founder of The Ringer is a key figure overseeing the audio giant's podcast strategy.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:19PM

Expect a Long Trial for Harvey Weinstein’s Next Court Battle by Caitlin Huston

The trial is scheduled to start in April and prosecutors said they expected testimony to take about a month, with an expected 25 witnesses. 

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 01:32PM
Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Broadway Box Office: ‘Othello’ Leads ‘Wicked’ As Overall Grosses Climb by Caitlin Huston

The play, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, is commanding high ticket prices as a number of other starry shows start previews on Broadway.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 02:04PM

Kristin Chenoweth Signs With UTA by Caitlin Huston

The 'Wicked' star will next be seen on Broadway this fall in 'Queen of Versailles.'

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:00PM

Star-Studded ‘Othello’ Breaks Record For Highest Weekly Gross For a Broadway Play by Caitlin Huston

In its second week of previews, the play brought in $2.8 million.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:28AM
Monday, March 10, 2025

Atlantic Theater, IATSE Reach Tentative Agreement for Off-Broadway Workers by Caitlin Huston

This would be the first Off-Broadway nonprofit theater company to have a union agreement covering production classifications.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:34PM

Athol Fugard, South Africa’s Giant Playwright, Dies at 92 by Jackie Strause

South Africa “has lost one of its greatest literary and theatrical icons, whose work shaped the cultural and social landscape of our nation.”

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 12:55PM

Jean Smart Returns to Broadway This Summer in One-Woman Show by Caitlin Huston

The Emmy Award-winning star of 'Hacks' will lead the world premiere of 'Call Me Izzy.'

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:54AM

Michelle Obama to Launch New Podcast With Sibling Craig Robinson by Caitlin Huston

The podcast, 'IMO With Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson,' will see the pair interview guests including Issa Rae, Keke Palmer and Dr. Orna Guralnik, on everyday existential questions.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:00AM

‘The Queen of Versailles’ Musical to Play Broadway’s St. James Theater Next Season by Caitlin Huston

The musical, starring Kristin Chenoweth ad F. Murray Abraham, will start performances in October.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 09:00AM
Friday, March 7, 2025

‘The Seagull’ Theater Review: Cate Blanchett Leads a First-Class Ensemble in Glorious Chekhov Adaptation by David Rooney

Director Thomas Ostermeier brings a combination of devil-may-care boldness and truth to Duncan Macmillan's witty new adaptation, also featuring Tom Burke, Emma Corrin and Kodi Smit-McPhee.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 05:13PM

Trump’s Kennedy Center Pushes Back On Idea of Politically Motivated Show Cancellations by Caitlin Huston

The organization, which has seen a shift in leadership, said recent show cancellations have either been due to “lack of sales or artist availability."

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:04PM

Audacy Conducts Layoffs Said to Impact Hundreds by Caitlin Huston

The layoffs come after longtime CEO David Field stepped down in January and after the company emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 10:35AM
Thursday, March 6, 2025

‘Oedipus,’ With Mark Strong and Lesley Manville, Will Come to Broadway This Fall by Caitlin Huston

The Roundabout Theater Company season will also include a revival of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show,' directed by Sam Pinkleton.

SOURCE: The Hollywood Reporter at 03:12PM

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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