1 Disney Announces THE GREATEST SHOWMAN Musical; West End FROZEN Coming to Disney+. Written by Benedict Lombe and directed by Lynette Linton, Shifters has now opened at thr Duke of York's Theatre after a highly successful run at the Bush Theatre earlier this year. Starring Heather Agyepong and Tosin Cole,...

Review Roundup: What Did The Critics Think of The West End Transfer of SHIFTERS?

San Jose, CA

San Jose's Playful People Productions has announced its 2024—25 season: live stage productions of both classic musicals and musicals so new, you may not have heard of them yet; plus group classes led by local professionals teaching everything from the Charleston to breakdancing, multi-part singing, and more. With its founding principles of inclusion, positivity, and individual support, Playful People promises a season of creative joy for children and adults alike. Registration for programs, as they become available, will be online at https://www.playfulpeople.org/registration. For more information, families can visit www.PlayfulPeople.org or call (408) 878-5362.

Playful People Productions Reveals 2024/25 Season

New York City, NY

At a time when it seems like the whole world is changing once again, New World Comin’, a feminist take on a ‘60s jukebox musical, remembers another time when rights for women was an idea about to explode. Set in 1968, three childhood friends —Mickey, Sharon, and Bonnie— leave Moose Town, Minnesota in a VW bus, headed to New York City for a singing contest — but what happens when life comes along for the ride?

New Musical NEW WORLD COMIN' Kicks Off The Encore Theatre's 16th Season

Orlando, FL

The Queen of Versailles will resume performances at the Emerson Colonial Theatre today in time for the matinée after a performance cancellation due to a 'battery leak' on August 20th. Producer Bill Damaschke shared the news with the seated audience. The performance was cancelled shortly after the scheduled start...

QUEEN OF VERSAILLES Resumes Performances in Boston Following Cancellation Due To Battery Leak

Los Angeles County, CA

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Update: Lionsgate, the studio behind the movie, is taking down the trailer. The negative quotes used in the trailer have been fabricated. “Lionsgate is immediately recalling our trailer for Megalopolis,” said a spokesperson for the studio to Deadline. “We offer our sincere apologies to the critics involved and to Francis Ford Coppola and American Zoetrope for this inexcusable error in our vetting process. We screwed up. We are sorry.”

Lionsgate Pulls Francis Ford Coppola’s ‘Megalopolis’ Trailer Due To Using Fake Negative Reviews

Nashville, TN

1 Japan's Breakout Sensation Number_i Back With New Single 'INZM'. Nashville singer-songwriter and poet Kevin Gordon has shared his new single “You Can’t Hurt Me No More” from his upcoming album The In Between, out on September 13, his first full-length since 2018’s acclaimed Tilt & Shine, and first since his throat cancer diagnosis.

Kevin Gordon Shares New Single 'You Can't Hurt Me No More' Co-Written with Kim Richey

Director Jon M. Chu's Wicked is still a few months away from its late November debut, but we've got some magical new footage to get us even more excited for one of the most anticipated films of the year. "Wicked, to me, at its very core, is about friendship," Chu...

Go Inside the Wicked Friendship Between Cynthia Erivo's Elphaba and Ariana Grande's Glinda (WATCH)

Saint Louis, MO

Join Cinderella, Jack, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and more as they cross paths with a baker and his wife on their quest through the woods. Who will live happily ever after and who will learn that magic comes at a price? But be careful what you wish for, because there's a witch who's out to get them, and a giant who's not too happy about a beanstalk.

Spotlight: INTO THE WOODS at Union Avenue Opera

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

Death Becomes her is coming to Broadway! The new musical, starring Tony Award nominees Megan Hilty, Jennifer Simard, Christopher Sieber, and Grammy Award winner Michelle Williams, begins preview performances Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Check out photos of the new Broadway marquee below!. Directed and choreographed by...

Up on the Marquee: DEATH BECOMES HER

Houston, TX

The Sarah and Ernest Butler Houston Grand Opera Studio will present the annual Butler Studio Showcase on Sept. 13, 2024, in the Cullen Theater at the Wortham Theater Center. This popular annual event is designed to showcase the unique talents of the emerging artists training with HGO’s prestigious Butler Studio program. During an intimate evening, the 11-member 2024-25 class, which includes seven new artists, will perform staged, costumed excerpts from a variety of operatic works. This year’s program includes selections from La bohème, Simon Boccanegra, The Elixir of Love, Faust, The Consul, The Tales of Hoffmann, and Carmen.

Houston Grand Opera Hosts 2024 Butler Studio Showcase

Staten Island, NY

Jim Barry, theater icon and Staten Island resident, who was the Head Usher at the St. James for 23 years passed away on August 18, 2024 at the age of 69. Born in Brooklyn, Jim was a lifelong fan of theater. I had the pleasure of working at the St....

Honoring Jim Barry- A Theater Icon

Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart.The two meet as students at Shiz University in the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. Glinda’s unflinching desire for popularity sees her seduced by power, while Elphaba’s determination to remain true to herself, and to those around her, will have unexpected and shocking consequences on her future. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.

Go Behind The Scenes With “WICKED” Cast In New Clip

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Anya Taylor-Joy is returning to Netflix after the success of The Queen's Gambit.

Neflix Announces New Anya Taylor-Joy Series How to Kill Your Family

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When Hallmark executives spoke at the recent TCA Summer 2024, they focused on the newly branded streaming service Hallmark+. They also discussed the reality shows “with heart.” However, what has not received much coverage is Hallmark’s answer to whether they will bring back the Hall Of Fame Movies.

Will Hallmark Bring Back Hall Of Fame Movies?

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 Tim Curry is set to make his long-awaited return to the movie screen in the new horror film Stream.Curry, 78, has been using a wheelchair since a major stroke in July 2012. His last film appearance was in the 2010 Simon Pegg and Andy Serkis black comedy Burke & Hare, although he returned to television in 2016 to act as the narrator for the television filmThe Rocky Horror Picture Show: Let’s Do the Time Warp Again.Curry is an icon of the horror genre, having played Pennywise in the TV miniseries of Stephen King’s It along with his celebrated performance...

Tim Curry to make long-awaited screen return in new horror film

For more than two decades, DjangoFest Northwest (DFNW) has brought the beauty of Django music to Whidbey Island. This year’s festival, which will take place at the Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA) September 18-22, will be no different. Offering five days of incredible music, vibrant energy, and unforgettable performances, this heritage festival will showcase the very best of Django music in the beautiful Village by the Sea.

World-Renowned DjangoFest Northwest Returns to Whidbey Island

Denver, CO

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In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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Review: SHIFTERS, Duke of York's Theatre

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Review: SHIFTERS, Duke of York's Theatre

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