The Lincoln Center concert version of Stephen Sondheim's A Little Night Music is playing David Geffen Hall for four performances through June 29. See production photos in the gallery below. With new orchestrations by the Tony-winning orchestrator and longtime Sondheim collaborator Jonathan Tunick, A Little Night Music in Concert features...

Photos: See Cynthia Erivo, Ruthie Ann Miles, Marsha Mason, More in

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Pride in Times Square is officially back for its third year! The weekend-long event, presented by Playbill and the Times Square Alliance, invites theatre fans to the heart of Broadway to celebrate Pride alongside some of their favorite stage stars. This year's event, free to the public, includes performances from Broadway favorites, a nighttime disco dance party, and more.

, Hits the Theatre District June 29

The festivities are continuing for Playbill Pride's Celebration in Times Square—a group of fabulous drag queens took the stage on the afternoon of June 29 for Celebrate You!, a show presented by ViiV Healthcare. Featured artists included RuPaul’s Drag Race alums Yuhua Hamasaki, Peppermint (Head Over Heels), and Jan...

Photos: See Jan Sport, Peppermint, Yuhua Hamasaki, More Take the Stage for ViiV Healthcare's

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Vicki Lewis, whose Broadway credits include Anastasia, Chicago, and Damn Yankees, plays late opera diva Maria Callas in Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts' production of Terrence McNally's Tony-winning Master Class. Directed by Lisa Peterson, the limited engagement officially opens June 29 following previews that began...

Vicki Lewis Is Maria Callas in Bay Street's

Girl From the North Country Tony nominee Jeannette Bayardelle steps into the role of Angélique in the Tony-nominated musical & Juliet beginning June 29 at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. Bayardelle, whose Broadway credits also include Hair and The Color Purple, is temporarily replacing Charity Angél Dawson, who is taking...

Jeannette Bayardelle Temporarily Steps Into Broadway's

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He may have never landed a breakout role, but his career has held an impact nonetheless. Yesterday, it was revealed to the public and media outlets that actor Tom Bower has passed away. He was 86 years old.

'The Waltons' and 'Die Hard 2' Actor Dies at 86

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Hiram Kasten, a comedian and actor known for roles in Everybody Loves Raymond and Seinfeld, died today at his home in Batavia, New York. Kasten was 71 years old. According to his wife, Diana Kisiel Kastenbaum, he battled numerous illnesses, including prostate cancer, for seven years. He passed away just hours after their 38th wedding anniversary, per Deadline.

‘Seinfeld’ and ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ Actor Hiram Kasten Dead at 71

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West Side Story actor Tony Mordente, who starred in both the original Broadway production and the 1961 film, passed away Tuesday. He was 88.

Mordente is best known for playing a member of the Jets named Action in the 1961 adaptation of the hit Broadway play. He previously played A-Rab, a different member of the Jets, in the original stage production. 

His passing comes just months after his ex-wife Chita Rivera, who famously played Anita in the original 1961 film, passed away earlier this year. 

R.I.P. Hiram Kasten: ‘Seinfeld’ and ‘7th Heaven’ Actor Dead At 71

Born in 1935 in Brooklyn, Mordente...

R.I.P. Tony Mordente: ‘West Side Story’ Actor Dead At 88

TYLER PERRY’S “STRAW” STARRING TARAJI P. HENSON, SHERRI SHEPHERD, TEYANA TAYLOR, GLYNN TURMAN, SINBAD, ROCKMOND DUNBAR AND MIKE MERRILL SET AT NETFLIX. Tyler Perry, Angi Bones, Tony Strickland Cast: Taraji P. Henson (The Color Purple, Fight Night), Sherri Shepherd (Precious, 30 Rock), Teyana Taylor (A Thousand and One), Glynn Turman (Rustin, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom), Sinbad (Atlanta, A Different World), Rockmond Dunbar (Prison Break, Sons of Anarchy), Mike Merrill (The Black Hamptons)

Tyler Perry’s “Straw” Starring Taraji P. Henson, Sherri Shepherd And Teyana Taylor Set At Netflix

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Actor Tony Lo Bianco, best known for his role in the movie “The French Connection,” has died. He was 87.

His representative confirmed on Wednesday that he died of prostate cancer.

“Tony Lo Bianco passed away last night at his horse farm in Maryland after a battle with prostate cancer,” the rep’s statement to Fox News read. 

“His wife, Alyse, was by his side,” the rep added.





Ray Romano’s Queens-based  dramedy flick: ‘ultimately about family’

Lo Bianco was born and raised in Brooklyn. He was inspired to become an actor by his high school drama teacher, Patricia Jacobsen. 

“To me, everything is a lesson,” he...

‘Law and Order’ and ‘The French Connection’ actor Tony Lo Bianco dead at 87

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The 2024 Tony Awards were full of some incredible fashion looks, but some of the sartorial choices made by attendees left a lot to be desired.

The Worst-Dressed Stars At The 2024 Tony Awards

She danced with Fred Astaire and toured with Bob Hope. These were among the many Hollywood stars who had the opportunity to work with her. On Sunday June 2nd, actress Janis Paige passed away. She was 101 years old.

Hollywood and Broadway Star Dies at 101

Entertainment Weekly

There's nothing quite like seeing The Wizard of Oz for the first time. Adapted from L. Frank Baum's classic children's novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, the film's vivid characters, earworm musical numbers, and stunning transition from black and white to color have captured the imaginations of generations of viewers.

19 rare behind-the-scenes photos from The Wizard of Oz

Studio executive, producer, and screenwriter Jonathan Axelrod has died at age 74, Variety reported on June 18, 2024. Responsible for producing over two dozen Hallmark movies during his career, including Mariah Carey‘s directorial debut, Axelrod died in his sleep on June 13, the outlet said. Axelrod’s ex-wife, director Katy...

Prolific Hallmark Producer Dies in His Sleep: ‘Our Hearts Are Heavy’

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The first episode, hosted by actor Nicco Annan, will be available to watch on Friday using the Starz app rather than July 5
The post Starz Bumps Up Premiere for ‘P-Valley’ Companion Docuseries, ‘Down in the Valley’ appeared first on TheWrap.

Starz Bumps Up Premiere for ‘P-Valley’ Companion Docuseries, ‘Down in the Valley’

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Apple TV+’s “Palm Royale” is packed heels to highlights with legendary actresses, but Carol Burnett wants to add at least one more when they’re back for Season 2. 'Ripley' Star Dakota Fanning 'Would Not Change One Thing' About Her 24 Years in Acting



In an exclusive interview ahead of the 2024 IndieWire Honors — which took place on June 6 at Citizen News in Hollywood and saw the beloved comedienne winning the Vanguard Award for a lifetime of achievements in television — Burnett revealed that her old scene partner Vicki Lawrence not only watched but “loved” creator Abe Sylvia’s sparkling ‘60s satire about...

Carol Burnett Wants Vicki Lawrence on ‘Palm Royale’: ‘If There’s a Role She Could Sink Her Teeth Into’

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	Expect to hear some familiar voices on “Everybody Still Hates Chris,” Comedy Central’s upcoming animated take on the hit 2000s live action comedy “Everybody Hates Chris.”  That includes star and executive producer Chris Rock, who narrated the original series and will do the same in the new version.Jerry Seinfeld Asked Chris Rock to Parody the Will Smith Oscars Slap in 'Unfrosted,' but Rock 'Was A Little Shook' From It and 'Wasn't Up to Perform'




	Also back are original stars Terry Crews and Tichina Arnold, who played Chris’ parents in the original series and will voice them in the animated edition....

Chris Rock, Terry Crews, Tichina Arnold  Reprise Roles in Comedy Central’s ‘Everybody Still Hates Chris’ Animated Revival (EXCLUSIVE)

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Plus, the 80s blockbuster he almost starred in

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“Yellowstone” is finally returning almost two years after Season 5 was supposed to be back. How Docuseries 'All In' Followed the Celtics to the 2024 NBA Championship in (Almost) Real-Time



Sure, there were strikes, alleged lawsuits, and Kevin Costner’s “Horizon: An American Saga” also debuting at Cannes in the meantime. But that just means Season 5 must be worth the wait, right? 



Paramount Network announced that “Yellowstone,” which holds the title for being the number one show produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios, will be back this November. 



The hit series is currently filming in Montana. This will be the second...

‘Yellowstone’ Season 5 Finally Has a Premiere Date — and It’s Sooner Than You Think

Kristen Welker sat down with actor Michael Imperioli in April for a pre-taped “Meet the Moment” conversation that aired on Meet the Press on June 16 ahead of the Tony Awards. Imperioli, who is known for his roles in “The Sopranos” and “The White Lotus,” stars alongside Jeremy Strong in a new revival of the 1882 Henrik Ibsen classic “An Enemy of the People.”

Michael Imperioli says he watched Jan. 6 video to prepare for ‘An Enemy of the People’ scene

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Video: See Ruthie Ann Miles and Kerstin Anderson Sing 'Every Day a Little Death' From

Tony Award winner Ruthie Ann Miles has become something of a Stephen Sondheim aficionado. While reclining on the coach at the Playbill office, she spots a...

Video: See Ruthie Ann Miles and Kerstin Anderson Sing 'Every Day a Little Death' From

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