Monday, April 2, 2018

'Jesus Christ Superstar': The best Twitter reaction to NBC's latest live musical by Jayme Deerwester, Usa Today

Twitter found Jesus on Sunday night. By the looks of social media reaction, 'Jesus Christ Superstar' was the most successful of NBC's live-musical experiments thus far.    …

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 12:14PM
Friday, March 30, 2018

Emily Blunt and Lin-Manuel Miranda's kids shared a 'slobbery kiss' on 'Mary Poppins' set by Patrick Ryan, Usa Today

Lin-Manuel Miranda's son Sebastian planted one on Blunt's daughter Hazel during a play date on the London set of 'Mary Poppins Returns.'        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 04:52PM
Thursday, March 29, 2018

NBC brings back 'Jesus Christ Superstar' for John Legend's live musical by Patrick Ryan, Usa Today

John Legend and Sara Bareilles bring their angelic pipes to Andrew Lloyd Webber's classic rock opera for a live broadcast on Easter Sunday.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 11:08AM
Wednesday, March 28, 2018

'Hamilton' star Leslie Odom Jr. shares 5 life lessons he's learned in 'Failing Up' by Mary Cadden, Usa Today

The actor turns author with his debut book 'Failing Up: How to Take Risks, Aim Higher, and Never Stop Learning.'        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 01:21PM
Thursday, January 5, 2017

Straight Up Hollywood: Lowdown on 'La La Land' by Carly Mallenbaum, Usa Today

On the podcast, we share trivia and insider information about the musical movie.        

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Family gathers to mourn Carrie and Debbie at private service by Maria Puente, Usa Today

Friends, relatives say goodbye as Broadway prepares to dim theater lights in tribute Friday.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 04:52PM

Could Princess Leia become the next Disney princess? by Buzz60, Buzz60

Disney could soon be welcoming another princess into its castle. Nathan Rousseau Smith (@fantasticmrnate) has the story.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 02:47PM
Wednesday, January 4, 2017

WGA nominates 'Moonlight,''La La Land,''Deadpool' by Ap

Oscar favorites and an X-rated superhero film are in the running for screenplay awards.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 08:48PM
Tuesday, January 3, 2017

John Legend powers the romance in new 'La La Land' trailer by Bryan Alexander, Usa Today

He's the rocking soundtrack for Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 07:27PM
Friday, December 30, 2016

Lindsay Lohan has already written a 'Mean Girls 2' treatment by Jaleesa M. Jones, Usa Today

So don't let us down now, Paramount.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 03:44PM
Thursday, December 29, 2016

'La La Land': Learn Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone's tap moves by Carly Mallenbaum, Usa Today

Choreographer Mandy Moore breaks down the romantic routine from the song 'A Lovely Night.'        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 08:04PM

From Fred Astaire to Wall-E: 5 things that inspired the 'La La Land' dances by Carly Mallenbaum, Usa Today

Choreographer Mandy Moore had a variety of source material.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 07:45PM

See Debbie Reynolds' best musical number ever by Carly Mallenbaum, Usa Today

The 'Good Morning' routine from 'Singin' in the Rain' is a classic.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 01:41AM
Wednesday, December 28, 2016

Ariana Grande speaks out about objectification after fan encounter by Jaleesa M. Jones, Usa Today

"Things like (this) ... contribute to women's sense of fear and inadequacy."        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 01:12PM
Tuesday, December 27, 2016

Your 'La La Land' cheat sheet by Carly Mallenbaum, Usa Today

Need an explainer for some of the film's locations and references? We have you covered.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 11:26AM
Sunday, December 25, 2016

USA TODAY Entertainer of the Year runner up: Lin-Manuel Miranda by Kelly Lawler, Usa Today

Broadway smash 'Hamilton' creator has expanded to film, TV projects.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 10:49AM

TV tonight: 'Disney Christmas Celebration,''Richard III' by Robert Bianco, Usa Today

What's worth watching, and what might not be, in primetime        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 03:00AM
Thursday, December 22, 2016

Denzel Washington, Viola Davis build strong 'Fences' by Bryan Alexander, Usa Today

Duo reprise Tony-winning Broadway roles for the film version of August Wilson's play.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 02:48PM

Denzel Washington, Viola Davis leap from Broadway to big screen in 'Fences' by Bryan Alexander, Usa Today

The two actors won Tony Awards for their theatrical performances in 2010.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 02:41PM
Wednesday, December 21, 2016

Disney shows are coming to Snapchat by Jefferson Graham, Usa Today

This is adult fare.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 09:29PM

'Why Him?' stars Bryan Cranston, James Franco have tips for meeting parents by Andrea Mandell, Usa Today

They're at odds in new R-rated comedy but bond over gingerbread houses.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 01:26PM

Bryan Cranston and James Franco craft for the holidays by USA Today

What better way for Bryan Cranston and James Franco to show off their holiday spirit than by building gingerbread houses?        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 01:17PM

TV tonight: 'Elf' musical, 'Star,''Disney Treasures' by Robert Bianco, Usa Today

What's worth watching, and what might not be, in primetime        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 03:00AM
Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Give the gift of Harry Potter this holiday season by Buzz60, Buzz60

Nothing says I love you more than the gift of Harry Potter, so this holiday season, wrap up a little Harry Ron and Hermione for that special fan in your life. Angeli Kakade (@angelikakade) h…

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 03:17PM

Dick Van Dyke set to appear in Disney's upcoming 'Mary Poppins' sequel by Maria Puente, Usa Today

The 91-year-old says he will do a song-and-dance number for film in London.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 02:57PM
Monday, December 19, 2016

'Rogue One' propels Disney to historic $7 billion global box office mark by Mike Snider, Usa Today

The studio tops the new global high set last year by Universal ($6.89 billion).        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 07:56PM

Mariah Carey doesn't know Demi Lovato or Ariana Grande, either by Jaleesa M. Jones, Usa Today

The two singers join Jenny on the "Block."        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 12:05PM
Thursday, December 15, 2016

Review: As director and star, Denzel Washington builds powerful 'Fences' by Brian Truitt, Usa Today

Viola Davis also rises to the occasion for the adaptation of the August Wilson play.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 11:30PM
Wednesday, December 14, 2016

'Breakfast Club,''Lion King' added to National Film Registry by Patrick Ryan, Usa Today

'The Birds' and 'Funny Girl' are among 25 movies newly inducted into Library of Congress.        

SOURCE: rssfeeds.usatoday.com at 03:00AM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards