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Opera North's staging of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Into the Woods plays the company’s summer home at Blow-Me-Down Farm in Cornish, New Hampshire, August 1-4. Directed by Evan Pappas, the cast features Klea Blackhurst as the Witch, Maureen Brennan as Jack’s Mother and Cinderella’s Mother, Noah Rogers as the Baker, Ilanna Starr as the Baker's Wife, Erica Fletcher as Little Red Riding Hood, Nathan Savant as the Wolf, Sergio Manzo as Cinderella’s Prince, Abby Brodnick as Rapunzel, Joanna Kim as Cinderella, Simon Brea as Jack, Siyi Yan as Florinda, Carlyle Quinn as Lucinda, Alexandra Burkot as Cinderella’s Stepmother, and Seth-Emmanuel Clarke as Narrator/Mysterious Man.

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BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that writer and author Francine Pascal has died at age 92. Pascal is best known for writing the Sweet Valley High series of books. However, she also had ties to Broadway. Pascal and her husband, John, wrote the Broadway musical George M!, along with her...

Francine Pascal, Writer of Broadway's GEORGE M!, Dies at 92

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NEW YORK - A most excellent play is returning to Broadway, featuring two bodacious stars. Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter, stars of the "Bill & Ted" film trilogy, will reunite on the Great White Way in Samuel Beckett's "Waiting For Godot," producers announced Thursday. It will be Reeves' Broadway debut. Winter previously appeared on Broadway in "Peter Pan" in 1979, and in "The King & I" with Yul Brynner. "Bill & Ted" stars to reuniteReeves and Winter first worked together in the comedy classic "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure" in 1989. They reunited for "Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey" in 1991, and then...

"Bill & Ted"'s Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter to star in "Waiting For Godot" on Broadway

Jez Butterworth's new play The Hills of California, which will cross the pond for a Broadway bow this fall, has announced complete casting. Performances will begin September 11 ahead of a September 29 opening night at the Broadhurst Theatre. Sam Mendes is at the helm, reuniting with Butterworth after staging the Off-Broadway, West End, and Broadway bows of his The Ferryman.

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Blanco, TX

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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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Susan Sarandon graced the red carpet at a special screening of her latest comedy, The Fabulous Four, at The Whitby Hotel in Manhattan. The 77-year-old Oscar winner, known for her roles in Thelma & Louise and Dead Man Walking, was joined by a host of stars including Kathy Najimy, Alan Cumming, Eve Plumb and Marlo Thomas, as well as Broadway talents Montego Glover and Orfeh.

Susan Sarandon, 77, Says She’s ‘Open To Love’ Again At ‘The Fabulous Four’ Screening In NYC

Sad news for Hollywood tonight. John Mahoney, best known for playing lovable, yet snarky Martin Crane on the hit NBC sitcom Frasier, has died. He was 77 years old. Mahoney’s rep released the following statement to the media: “I am sad to confirm the Sunday, February 4th death of actor John Mahoney after a short illness in Chicago, IL.”

Frasier Star John Mahoney Dead at 77

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It's been years since the tragic death of beloved actor Russell Johnson, best known for his performance as the Professor on TV's Gilligan's Island. Johnson died of natural causes at 89 years old. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Gilligan's Island' Actor Russell Johnson: 10 Years After His Tragic Death

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The Scituate Animal Shelter of Massachusetts has announced a heartwarming and adorable event that will both raise money for the local animal shelter while also socializing a few of their tiniest furry friends. The local animal shelter explains, "We need help socializing 12 adorable kittens! Your job would be to hang out with them, play with them and pet them!"

Local Animal Shelter Announces Adorable "Play With Kittens" Event

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Bob Denver is best known for 'Gilligan's Island,' but he was the lead actor in a total of seven television series

Bob Denver Not Only Starred in ‘Gilligan’s Island,’ but Had a Lead Role in 6 Other TV Shows As Well

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

He was the beloved voice of Mr. Magoo behind the screen and the delightfully arrogant Thurston Howell III on TV's Gilligan's Island. But in real life, he was the prolific actor Jim Backus, who died of pneumonia in 1989. This is his story.

The Tragic Death of 'Mr. Magoo' and 'Gilligan's Island' Actor Jim Backus

Broadway's Sierra Boggess knows that an artist's life doesn't only exist on stage!. While Boggess is currently starring in the world premiere of Jason Robert Brown and Taylor Mac's new musical Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil in Chicago, she's also been spending quite a bit of time at the skating rink. A Denver native, Boggess started skating at the age of 4, but her competitive career was put on pause at the age of 12.

WATCH: When She's Not Singing, Sierra Boggess Competes in Ice Skating

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Ah, cats. Those mysterious, aloof beings that grace our homes with their presence. We feed them, clean their litter, and sometimes, if we’re lucky, they let us pet them. But how do we know if our feline friends actually adore us?

Hidden Signs Your Cat Adores You

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

Bryshere Gray's name has been added to a growing list. Some Virginians have been keeping up with the ever-increasing tales of celebrities and their alleged connections to the saga of Sean Diddy Combs. There are now rumors that Empire actor Bryshere Gray is suing Diddy and Will Smith.

Empire actor Bryshere Gray is allegedly suing Will Smith and Sean Combs

H A R R Y P O T T E R A N D T H E C U R S E D C H I L D. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child celebrates its 8th anniversary at London’s Palace Theatre today, 30 July 2024, where it is currently booking until 6 April 2025.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child celebrates 8th anniversary at the Palace Theatre

The northeast regional premiere of the U.K. hit Everybody's Talking About Jamie is presented at New Hampshire's Weathervane Theatre July 31–August 29. Blair St. Clair, a favorite from the 10th season of RuPaul’s Drag Race, heads the company as Jamie New. St. Clair's film credits include Bittersweet and John Waters’ upcoming musical remake of Bollywood & Vine: The Original B-Musical.

Cast Member Blair St. Clair Leads

Adam Driver is returning to the off-Broadway stage in Kenneth Lonergan's acclaimed play "Hold on to Me Darling."

Adam Driver returning to off-Broadway stage in 'Hold on to Me Darling'

Natalie Schafer was a millionaire, and also played one on TV. Shaefer, who died at 90 years old in 1991, was best known to classic television viewers as Eunice "Lovey" Wentworth Howell on the classic TV sitcom romp, Gilligan's Island.

'Gilligan's Island' Actress Natalie Schaefer was a millionaire in real life and played one on TV

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Catherine Gropper's new play The Meeting: The Interpreter will officially open August 4 following previews that began July 29 at Off-Broadway's Theatre at St. Clements. Directed...

Get a 1st Look at Kelley Curran and Frank Wood in Photos of Off-Broadway's

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