Los Angeles, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

He was born James King Aurness on May 26, 1923, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and died as actor James Arness on June 3, 2011, in Los Angeles, CA. Best known as the iconic Marshall Matt Dillion who ruled over Dodge City on TV's long-running and beloved Western, Gunsmoke (CBS, 1955-1975), Arness was 88 years old.

'Gunsmoke' Actor James Arness and His Touching Last Words To Fans: 13 Years After His Tragic Death

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San Marcos, TX

Acclaimed actor, educator and playwright Eugene Lee will be the subject of a career tribute during the 22nd annual Black and Latino Playwrights Celebration (BLPC) Sept. 2-8 at Texas State University. The Texas State's Department of Theatre and Dance hosts the annual event in collaboration with Humanities Texas. The BLPC...

22nd Annual Black and Latino Playwrights Celebration To Host Tribute To Founder Eugene Lee

York Theatre Company's Fall 2024 New2NY Series opened this week with Now Comes the Fun Part (The How-the-f*#k- did-I-get-this-old Musical), with book by James Hindman and Lynne Halliday, lyrics by Mark Waldrop, and music by Jeffrey Lodin. Performances run through through September 1. Check out opening night photos below!. Now...

Photos: NOW HERE COMES THE FUN PART Opening Night at York Theatre Company

San Francisco, CA

Last week, I had the privilege of interviewing Carol de Giere, the biographer of Stephen Schwartz, for BroadwayWorld. It was an exhilarating experience, and seeing WICKED at the majestic Orpheum Theater in BroadwaySF made it even more special. The anticipation was palpable as we took our seats next to Nicole Lopez, who was celebrating her birthday with her first experience of WICKED. (Spoiler alert: She loved it!) Managing Director Rainier Koeners noted in his program message that “This Broadway blockbuster had its world premiere just a few blocks away at the Curran Theatre in 2003,” allowing San Francisco to take pride in its role in the birth of WICKED—so to speak! It was a memorable evening that truly showcased the magic of being in the city.

Review: WICKED at Orpheum Theatre

Cottonwood Shores, TX

Hill Country Community Theatre (HCCT) has announced the opening of its 39th season with the spine-tingling musical Jekyll & Hyde. Running for three weekends from September 27th through October 13th, this production promises a powerful exploration of good and evil, brought to life under the expert direction of HCCT's Artistic Director, Daniel Melton, and the musical direction of Catherine Rose.

Hill Country Community Theatre Opens Season 39 with JEKYLL & HYDE THE MUSICAL

Now having completed two full months of release, while being available on digital platforms for roughly half its theatrical run, Universal’s Despicable Me 4 is displaying the true staying power of a well-liked animated movie. While most films tend to disappear from circulation within a week or two, Despicable Me 4, in its ninth weekend of release, registered a slight 4% drop from the previous weekend. Not only has it quietly emerged as one of the biggest hits of the year, it’s now among the most successful films ever made.

‘Despicable Me 4’ Sneaks Past Humungous Global Box Office Milestone Weeks After Digital Release

Chicago, IL

Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the nation’s premier ensemble theater company, will open its 49th season with a revival of Michael Frayn’s classic comedy Noises Off, directed by Tony Award-winning ensemble member Anna D. Shapiro (August: Osage County, The Minutes), presented in a co-production with Geffen Playhouse. Steppenwolf’s take on the funniest farce ever written will play September 12 – October 27, 2024 in Steppenwolf’s Downstairs Theater.

Photos: Steppenwolf Theatre's NOISES OFF In Rehearsal

Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora is ready to prove the naked truth – anything can be accomplished with the right mix of friends and courage – with its cheeky 2024-25 Broadway Series opener, The Full Monty, running now through October 6. Check out production photos below!. Director Jim...

Photos: THE FULL MONTY at Paramount Theatre

Los Angeles County, CA

Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

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	Michael Gracey’s wildly inventive musical biopic of superstar British entertainer Robbie Williams rolls the dice on a unique star casting decision to play Williams that separates it from every showbiz biopic that has come before. A CGI monkey (actor Jonno Davies) plays the singer in what is otherwise a recognizable cradle-to-comeback story so familiar to those who rise to the top, only to fall and rise again. This is the equivalent to casting Lassie to play Frank Sinatra. Michael Gracey On Telling Singer Robbie Williams’ Life Story As Musical With A Most Unusual Twist




	OK, maybe not that crazy, but close...

‘Better Man’ Review: Robbie Williams Musical Wins Points For Most Unusual Star Casting In Movie Biopic History – Telluride Film Festival

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J. Souza

A man has sparked heated debate online after deciding to take a solo trip for his 40th birthday, despite his girlfriend's financial struggles. The man, who has been dating his girlfriend for three months, shared his dilemma on a popular Reddit forum.

Boyfriend Taking Vacation Alone Since Girlfriend Can't Afford It Asks if He's in the Wrong

New York City, NY

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including drag queen Kiki Ball-Change's hilarious show about her Southern upbringing, MGM classics, and a high-camp noir parody.

Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup – Sept. 2 to Sept. 8. 2024

New York State

According to a page on the official Heathers website, the show will return to New York in 2025. Heather recently concluded a West End run and is currently on tour in the UK. The production is produced by Bill Kenwright Ltd and Paul Taylor-Mills, and directed by acclaimed American screen and stage director Andy Fickman, with choreography by Gary Lloyd, design by David Shields, lighting by Ben Cracknelland sound by Dan Samson.

Rialto Chatter: Will HEATHERS Return to New York in 2025?

It's been 35 years since the original Baywatch TV series premiered on NBC in the 1989-1990 season. One year later, it was syndicated and became one of the most popular TV shows on the planet. The show's original cast included David Hasselhoff, who stayed with the series through its entire run. During that time, he was joined by other actors, including (but not limited to) Pamela Anderson, Alexandra Paul, and Jason Simmon. At the time, Simmons, who is gay, was in the closet.

The Once-Secret Gay Life of 'Baywatch' Actor Jaason Simmons: 35 Years After The Beach Drama's Debut

Marvel has officially canceled Captain Marvel after increasing signs that the Brie Larson franchise is not sustaining audience interest. Brie Larson was introduced to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in Captain Marvel (2019), which essentially acted as a breather between Avengers: Infinity War (2018) and Avengers: Endgame (2019) and allowed her character Carol Danvers to pal around with Nick Fury (a de-aged Samuel L. Jackson) in the 1990s. The film established Larson as the “most powerful” figure in the MCU, which was heavily pushed by the studio brass after the departure of Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man as the central figure of the franchise.

Marvel Officially Cancels ‘Captain Marvel’ After Brie Larson Flop

Saranac Lake, NY

According to Burlington-Plattsburgh WCAX-TV, Pendragon Theatre will move to a new location at 56 Woodruff Street in downtown Saranac Lake. The new location will provide more seating and additional bathrooms. Managing director Mike Aguirre, says that the company has currently raised $8.2 million of their $10 million dollar goal for...

Pendragon Theatre Will Move to New Location in Downtown Saranac Lake

You can ask any fan of musicals in cinema and they'll tell you that no list is complete without Dreamgirls. Even though the movie wasn't a massive hit back when it premiered in 2006, it's still a relevant title that keeps popping up whenever the genre is mentioned. And you'll be able to remember all about it next month: The award-winning movie debuts on Paramount+ on September 1.

Beyoncé's 79% Rotten Tomatoes Musical Is Coming to Paramount+ Next Month

Former child star Angus T. Jones hit it big on the CBS sitcom Two and a Half Men, which originally aired on CBS from 2003 to 2015. Jones played young Jack Harper, son of Jon Cryer’s Alan Harper character, and nephew of Charlie Sheen’s Charlie Harper.

The Curious, Controversial History of Former Child Star Angus T. Jones ('Two and a Half-Men')

Director Matt Reeves’ The Batman (2022) franchise would have seen an interesting follow-up. Following the Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) merger, the studio underwent significant restructuring, leading to the departure of Walter Hamada, the former head of WB’s DC film division. James Gunn, renowned for directing the Guardians of...

DC Shoots Down Next Robert Pattinson ‘The Batman’ Installment

Imagine applying for a job you really want. You are invited to an interview, but unfortunately, you receive an email afterward saying you were not selected to move forward. The feeling of rejection is difficult, to say the least. It can be heartbreaking when you're not selected for any opportunity you really want. Whether it’s a job, an audition for a school musical, or anything in between, getting rejected can be painful. It may even seem impossible to cope with at first. However, I can assure you—as someone who’s been rejected many times—that it is not the end of the world. When I’m faced with rejection, I have various coping mechanisms that help me deal with the situation. I hope that my process can help you too!

Student Blog: How I Deal With Rejection

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Video: FLIGHT OF THE BUMBLEBEE by ABT Studio Company's Brady Farrar

FLIGHT OF THE BUMBLEBEE, choreographed and performed by ABT Studio Company dancer and ABT JKO School graduate Brady Farrar (age 19) was filmed by kw creative...

Video: FLIGHT OF THE BUMBLEBEE by ABT Studio Company's Brady Farrar

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