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Josh Sharpe

Josh Sharpe is the Entertainment Editor for BroadwayWorld. For as long as he can remember, he has been in love with movies and the people who make them. This passion for great storytelling has been the driving force of his career journey.

An entertainment journalist since 2018, he has extensively covered the film and television industry, with bylines in Paste Magazine, TheaterMania, Collider, and The DisInsider. Across these platforms, he has produced numerous interviews, reviews, and news pieces, with a particular emphasis on The Walt Disney Company. During this time, he has had the privilege of interviewing such creatives as Hayley Mills, Jodi Benson, and Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman.

A graduate of Western Washington University, he studied Theatre and has since dabbled in directing. He has also appeared onstage in musicals like Into the Woods as The Baker and The Fantasticks as Matt.

He is grateful for the opportunity to write about the things he loves at BroadwayWorld!




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First Show:

Secondhand Lions: A New Musical at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle. This was a Broadway bound original musical (that, sadly, never went to Broadway) starring Gregg Edelman, Mark Jacoby, and Jason Danieley. Not bad for a first!

Favorite Show:

Sunday in the Park with George



Brian Gibson (of Lightning Bolt) to Release Soundtrack for New Game THRASHER; Shares Single
Brian Gibson (of Lightning Bolt) to Release Soundtrack for New Game THRASHER; Shares Single
June 10, 2024

Artist and composer Brian Gibson (bassist of the legendary band Lightning Bolt) has announced his new solo album, the soundtrack to his new original game of the same name, Thrasher. Along with the album's announcement, Gibson has shared first single 'Mica II', a riff-laden soundscape that harkens back to the trance-inflected movements of Lightning Bolt’s Hypermagic Mountain and surges with synth pulses and flute motifs. Listen to the single now!

Five Finger Death Punch Land 11th Consecutive #1 with 'This Is The Way (Feat. DMX)'
Five Finger Death Punch Land 11th Consecutive #1 with 'This Is The Way (Feat. DMX)'
June 10, 2024

“This Is The Way (feat. DMX)”, the latest single from multi-platinum, chart-topping hard rock powerhouse FIVE FINGER DEATH PUNCH has hit the #1 spot at Billboard’s Mainstream Rock radio chart, notably landing the Las Vegas-based band their 11th straight #1 hit on the chart.

Benj Pasek and Justin Paul Say Steve Martin 'Knocked It Out of the Park' With ONLY MURDERS Patter Song
Benj Pasek and Justin Paul Say Steve Martin 'Knocked It Out of the Park' With ONLY MURDERS Patter Song
June 10, 2024

In a new interview as part of Deadline's Sound and Screen Television, Tony-award-winning songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul praised Steve Martin's performance singing 'Which of the Pickwick Triplets Did It' from Season 3 of Only Murders in the Building. The song, written in collaboration with Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, was helmed for the in-universe musical Death Rattle Dazzle starring Martin's character, Charles-Haden Savage.

Video: Watch the New DESPICABLE ME 4 Megaverse Video With Steve Carell
Video: Watch the New DESPICABLE ME 4 Megaverse Video With Steve Carell
June 10, 2024

Despicable Me 4 has just dropped a new promo spot featuring franchise star Steve Carell. In the tongue-in-cheek video, Carell announces 'The Megaverse' a clear parody of the Marvel Cinematic Universe featuring the new mega Minions from the upcoming film. Watch the video!

Felicity to Release New Single 'Nights In Your Bed'
Felicity to Release New Single 'Nights In Your Bed'
June 10, 2024

Rock band FELICITY is thrilled to announce their new single “Nights In Your Bed”. Set to be released on June 25, this song is what you would get if The Notebook, Twilight, Fall Out Boy, and Dave Grohl all collaborated to write a new song. “Nights In Your Bed” is about confronting the inevitable truth that some connections in life, whether it’s a friendship or romance, are better left as memories.

RAYE Unveils Genre-Defying New Work 'Genesis'
RAYE Unveils Genre-Defying New Work 'Genesis'
June 10, 2024

Fresh from her record-breaking wins at The BRITs, global sensation RAYE returns with the genre-defying “Genesis.”, a work that doesn't sit within the usual confines of the word “single.” Produced with multiple GRAMMY Award winner Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins (Beyoncé, Michael Jackson, SZA), “Genesis.” is a new three act opus from RAYE and a masterclass in disrupting music as we know it. Listen to the work now!

Infinity Song to Release 'Metamorphosis Complete'
Infinity Song to Release 'Metamorphosis Complete'
June 10, 2024

Soft rock sibling band on the rise, Infinity Song, have announced an upcoming complete version of their acclaimed Metamorphosis EP, entitled Metamorphosis Complete, will release June 14th via Roc Nation. The new album contains six new songs in addition to the six carried over from the EP, showcasing Infinity Song's incredible growth in the last year.

South Korean Rock Back Xdinary Heroes to Play First US Showcase Performances
South Korean Rock Back Xdinary Heroes to Play First US Showcase Performances
June 10, 2024

South Korean rock band Xdinary Heroes have announced their first performances in the U.S., Xdinary Heroes Showcase in USA . Fans of the group, known as “Villains”, can hear the band’s signature edgy, rock sound for the first time live in the states as they perform hit songs “Little Things'' and the recently released “Boy Comics (소년만화)”.

World of Wonder to Host Four LIVE Series Tapings at DragCon LA 2024 for SVOD WOW Presents Plus
World of Wonder to Host Four LIVE Series Tapings at DragCon LA 2024 for SVOD WOW Presents Plus
June 10, 2024

Emmy-winning media company World of Wonder has announced that DragCon LA 2024, taking place July 19-20, 2024 at the LA Convention Center, will host live audience tapings for four WOW Presents Plus original series: Bring Back My Girls, Hey Qween!, Live From The Pink Carpet with Michelle Visage, and Touch Ups with Raven.

Gangstagrass Release 'Mother' Feat. Reef The Lost Cauze
Gangstagrass Release 'Mother' Feat. Reef The Lost Cauze
June 10, 2024

Gangstagrass, trailblazers in a genre of their own design, have delivered “Mother” (featuring Reef the Lost Cauze) — the impactful fifth single — along with its official music video from their 10-track album, The Blackest Thing on the Menu, due out Friday, June 14. Their seventh full-length album embodies the dynamic fusion of bluegrass and hip-hop that defines Gangstagrass, exploring the foundational elements of both genres with zest and flavor. Listen to the single now!

The Nomadic Release Three New Singles From Upcoming Album
The Nomadic Release Three New Singles From Upcoming Album
June 10, 2024

Following on from the release of first singles from the upcoming New Horizons album- 'Treading Water', 'All Changed' and 'First Light', The Nomadic has released three new singles: 'Don’t Give Up on Your Dreams', 'Hearts and Minds' and 'Revolution'. Listen to the singles here!

FIDLAR to Release New Album 'Surviving the Dream'; Drops Double Single
FIDLAR to Release New Album 'Surviving the Dream'; Drops Double Single
June 10, 2024

FIDLAR has returned with the announcement of SURVIVING THE DREAM; the irreverent surf-punk band’s long-awaited fourth studio LP and first in over five years. Previewing the 13-song album’s arrival on September 20, 2024, the group has released their brand new double-single “GET OFF MY WAVE” and “FIX ME.' Listen to the new songs!

Jon Stewart Returns To THE DAILY SHOW Tonight
Jon Stewart Returns To THE DAILY SHOW Tonight
June 10, 2024

Jon Stewart will return to The Daily Show desk tonight followed by Jordan Klepper Tuesday - Thursday at 11 p.m. ET/PT on Comedy Central, with the episode available on Paramount+ the next morning. Stewart will continue to host alongside The Daily Show’s all-star News Team, including Ronny Chieng,  Desi Lydic,  Jordan Klepper and Michael Kosta alongside Dulcé Sloan and Lewis Black.

PRACTICAL MAGIC 2 in the Works; Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman in Talks to Return
PRACTICAL MAGIC 2 in the Works; Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman in Talks to Return
June 10, 2024

After several nostalgia-baiting TikTok videos featuring clips from the cult film Practical Magic, Warner Bros. has officially announced that a sequel to the 1998 movie is in the works. Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, who played witch sisters Sally and Gillian in the film, are reportedly in talks to return for the sequel, this time as producers as well. Denise Di Novi is also set to serve as a producer.

See First Look at New Lee Daniels Film THE DELIVERANCE With Andra Day
See First Look at New Lee Daniels Film THE DELIVERANCE With Andra Day
June 10, 2024

Netflix has just released a first look at the new film from Lee Daniels, The Deliverance starring Andra Day and Glenn Close. The film follows Ebony Jackson, a struggling single mother fighting her personal demons, who moves her family into a new home for a fresh start. But when strange occurrences inside the home raise the suspicions of Child Protective Services and threaten to tear the family apart, Ebony soon finds herself locked in a battle for her life and the souls of her children.

Eric Idle to Embark on West Cost Tour for One-Man Musical Show
Eric Idle to Embark on West Cost Tour for One-Man Musical Show
June 10, 2024

Comedy legend Eric Idle has announced dates for his brand new, one-man show, 'Always Look on the Bright Side of Life, Live!', starting with a West Coast tour this September. Written and performed entirely by Eric, audiences will be treated to never-before-seen sketches, original songs, jokes, the humorous wisdom that comes with being a living legend, and exactly one fart joke.

Video: Meghan Trainor Releases Music Video For New Song 'Whoops'
Video: Meghan Trainor Releases Music Video For New Song 'Whoops'
June 10, 2024

Fresh off the release of her 6th album, Timeless, GRAMMY® Award-winning hitmaker Meghan Trainor has released a music video for album track, “Whoops.' This fall, Meghan will be making her long-awaited return to stages for the Timeless Tour. Watch the new music video!

Skylar Astin to Host American Express Tony Awards Simulcast
Skylar Astin to Host American Express Tony Awards Simulcast
June 10, 2024

The Tony Awards has announced that actor and singer Skylar Astin will host the American Express “Broadway Fanfare” simulcast event on Sunday, June 16, in Damrosch Park at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. The event will kick off at 6:30pm EST with a pre-show set beginning at 7:30pm; the simulcast will begin at 8pm.

Fourth Annual Academy Museum Gala to Honor Rita Moreno, Paul Mescal and Quentin Tarantino
Fourth Annual Academy Museum Gala to Honor Rita Moreno, Paul Mescal and Quentin Tarantino
June 10, 2024

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures has announced details of its annual fundraising gala, to be held on October 19, 2024. The Academy Museum Gala will celebrate the acclaimed museum’s third anniversary and will honor Academy Award-nominated actor Paul Mescal; Academy Award-winning actress, singer, and dancer Rita Moreno; and two-time Academy Award-winning and six-time Academy Award-nominated writer and director Quentin Tarantino.

Video: Watch Trailer for NFL DRAFT: THE PICK IS IN Season 2
Video: Watch Trailer for NFL DRAFT: THE PICK IS IN Season 2
June 10, 2024

Roku has dropped the trailer for the upcoming sequel to the hit documentary feature “NFL Draft: The Pick Is In.' Skydance Sports and NFL Films bring audiences behind the scenes of the 2024 NFL Draft. Crews embedded in the draft rooms of the Bears, Commanders, Cardinals, and Rams and followed super-agent Drew Rosenhaus on his travels to see clients in three states. Watch the trailer!



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