‘Smash’ Finally Available to Stream, ‘Waitress’ Coming to PBS, Ariana Madix Adds ‘Chicago’ Days. “Today on Broadway” is a daily, Monday through Friday, podcast hitting the top theatre headlines of the day. Any and all feedback is appreciated:. Matt Tamanini: [email protected] | @BWWMatt.

Today on Broadway: Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Ariana Madix—known for her appearances on Bravo’s Vanderpump Rules and as a finalist on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars—has extended her forthcoming return to the Tony-winning revival of Chicago at the Ambassador Theatre. Madix, who played a limited engagement in the hit revival beginning January 29,...

' Ariana Madix Extends Upcoming Return to Broadway's

Sugar, butter, streaming! Musical theatre fans will finally be able to stream Waitress on PBS. The filmed live capture of the Sara Bareilles musical will be available on PBS this fall, as part of its Great Performances series. Captured during its 2021 return to Broadway with Bareilles leading the cast...

, Starring Sara Bareilles, Will Air on PBS

Let them be your stars—again! NBC's Smash, the infamous Broadway-themed series that had a two-season run 2012–2013, is now streaming on Peacock. The move will let Broadway fans re-visit or, dare we say, get caught up on the series ahead of its upcoming Broadway adaptation. Don't worry, you've got plenty of time to binge—the Broadway bow isn't expected until spring 2025. The stage musical held a six-week workshop in NYC earlier this year and an industry reading in 2023. So far, plot and character details are intentionally being kept under wraps, though some deets did emerge following a hot ticket public presentation.

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The first national tour of MJ the Musical, which launched in August 2023 starring Roman Banks, will welcome a new title player later this month. Beginning July 30, Jamaal Fields-Green, who played John Laurens/Philip Hamilton in the national tour of Hamilton, will step into the role of the King of Pop six times a week. Fields-Green, previously the MJ Alternate in the tour, is the only actor to have played MJ in all three global productions of the musical: on Broadway, in the tour, and in London.

National Tour Will Feature New King of Pop

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MARK Harmon has been spotted out and about, and the NCIS star looked almost unrecognizable ahead of his Freaky Friday 2 role. The actor, known for playing Leroy Jethro Gibbs on the CBS crime drama, kept it casual amid a major heatwave in Los Angeles. The NCIS actor donned a red button-down shirt and dark-colored […]

Mark Harmon, 72, looks completely different from NCIS days as star seen out in LA ahead of Freaky Friday 2 casting

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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Taylor Sheridan is one of the most prolific TV creators of the modern era, having perfected a formula built around tough and gritty protagonists, which has resulted in more than half a dozen shows for Paramount+. He’s got another on the way, debuting on Nov. 17 — starring Billy Bob Thornton, the 10-episode Landman is described as an upstairs/downstairs drama about the Texas oil boom with characters that include roughnecks and wildcat billionaires. 
It’s based on the podcast Boomtown, from Imperative Entertainment and Texas Monthly, which takes a deep dive into the modern-day gold rush that’s reshaping almost every aspect of life...

Our first look at Taylor Sheridan’s brand new Texas-based drama for Paramount+

Patrick Dempsey has been cast in a regular role in Dexter prequel series, Original Sin. The Grey's Anatomy star is set to play Aaron Spencer, the Captain of the Miami Metro Homicide department who has a decades-long relationship with Dexter's adoptive dad, Harry Morgan, portrayed by Christian Slater (via Deadline).

Grey's Anatomy star Patrick Dempsey lands new TV role in huge series

Country Music on MJ Pursuits

Get ready for Reba McEntire's return to TV with 'Happy's Place,' promising laughs, surprises, and heartfelt moments this fall.

McEntire Returns to TV with New Sitcom: Premier Date Revealed

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Here are the reasons behind Simon Baker's decision to fade from Hollywood after starring as Patrick Jane on "The Mentalist" and where he is now.

The Real Reason Simon Baker Disappeared From Hollywood After The Mentalist

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Actor/director/writer/producer Tony Lo Bianco passed away at this home in Poolesville, Maryland, on June 11, after battling prostate cancer. Lo Bianco starred in the Academy Award-winning film The French Connection and was a Tony-nominated actor for Arthur Miller’s A View from the Bridge on Broadway. He received an Emmy Award for his portrayal of New York Mayor Fiorello La Guardia in Hizzoner!, and one for his video honoring veterans, Just A Common Soldier.

Tony Lo Bianco: 1936 – 2024

Three friends travel to Key West, Florida, to be bridesmaids at a surprise wedding of their friend from college. Startattle.com – The Fabulous Four 2024. Production : Southpaw Entertainment (I) / Bronte Pictures / Gramercy Park Media. Distributor : Bleecker Street Media / Paradiz. The Fabulous Four movie. The...

The Fabulous Four (2024 movie) trailer, release date, Susan Sarandon, Bette Midler

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The annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction, produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares, will be held in the heart of New York City’s theatre district September 22 from 10 AM–7 PM. Theatrical memorabilia from Broadway and Off-Broadway shows as well as treasures from theatre owners and producing...

Broadway Cares' Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction Sets September Return

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Forty-three years after the feature film of the same name, the Time Bandits are back, with Apple TV+ releasing the first trailer for its updated take on the concept introduced in Terry Gilliam’s 1981 comedic fantasy. What’s New on Netflix in July — Plus: Disney+, Max, Amazon and Others







The 10-episode series, premiering Wednesday, July 24, comes from longtime collaborators Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi (What We Do in the Shadows), both of whom have on-camera roles and who serve as creators alongside fellow Flight of the Conchords alum Iain Morris.



As in the original, the story centers on a young British...

Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi Bring Time Bandits to Apple TV+ — Watch the Trailer

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Kevin Bacon told ET the last time he attended the Academy Awards was four decades ago.

Kevin Bacon Reveals He Hasn't Returned to the Oscars Since Height of 'Footloose' Fame in 1984 (Exclusive)

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Filming on 'NCIS: Tony & Ziva' has officially started in Budapest.

'NCIS' Spinoff Casts Key Role as Production Begins

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	The Outsiders box office continued to climb in the aftermath of Tony Awards, with the musical bringing in $1.4 million for the week ended July 14. 'Oh, Mary!' Theater Review: Comedy Genius Cole Escola Serves Revisionist American History as Riotous Queer Silliness




	This is the fourth week in a row that the musical, which won the Tony for best musical on June 16, has broken the house record at the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre. Capacity for the show, which is based on the young adult novel by S.E. Hinton, has remained around 100 percent or above since the start of previews in...

Broadway Box Office: ‘The Outsiders’ Keeps Climbing Post-Tony Awards

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Cult Favorite Broadway-Themed TV Series

Let them be your stars—again! NBC's Smash, the infamous Broadway-themed series that had a two-season run 2012–2013, is now streaming on Peacock. The move will let...

Cult Favorite Broadway-Themed TV Series

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