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"Extra," the second longest running entertainment newsmagazine in syndication, is broadcasting its 20th season from its new home at Universal Studios Hollywood, The Entertainment Capital of L.A., bringing the latest breaking news from the worlds of entertainment, pop culture, crime, politics and lifestyle to millions of viewers daily.

Universal Studios Hollywood will serve as the new headquarters for "Extra," hosted by Mario Lopez and Maria Menounos in front of a live audience. Lopez and Menounos will broadcast from a variety of locations throughout Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal CityWalk, home to world class retailers, restaurants, thrill rides iconic movie characters, and the famous backlot.

Fans of "Extra" and theme park guests visiting from around the world will have a chance to participate in "Extra's" daily "entertainment event," which takes place Monday through Friday from 10:00am to 4:00pm and will include live appearances from A-List film and television actors, musicians, athletes and newsmakers. Fans will also be able to interact with Mario and Maria, with a chance to ask questions, pose for pictures, get autographs, enjoy live musical performances and see their favorite stars up close and personal.

"Extra" will continue to take viewers on a coast-to-coast trip in every episode, from Hollywood to hotspots at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas to Times Square in New York City providing a hip, fresh and unique approach to breaking entertainment news.

AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Starring Jeremy Strong Extends One Week on Broadway Photo AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE Starring Jeremy Strong Extends One Week on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - April 10, 2024

The Broadway revival of AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE has announced the addition of one final week of performances due to popular demand. Learn more about how to get tickets to th new performances here!...
Philadelphia Pride March And Festival Returns With America's Largest Rainbow Flag 400 Photo Philadelphia Pride March And Festival Returns With America's Largest Rainbow Flag 400 Ft. Long
by A.A. Cristi - April 17, 2024

Celebrate with Philadelphia as the Pride March and Festival returns, showcasing America's largest 400 ft. long rainbow flag. Join the vibrant celebration of diversity and inclusion in the heart of Pennsylvania....
Laufey Adds New Melbourne & Sydney Shows to Her Bewitched: The Goddess Tour Photo Laufey Adds New Melbourne & Sydney Shows to Her Bewitched: The Goddess Tour
by Josh Sharpe - April 24, 2024

The Grammy Award winner will now play three nights at Melbourne’s Palais Theatre on Friday 6, Saturday 7 and Monday 9 September, before heading through Brisbane’s QPAC Concert Hall on Wednesday 11 September. She will take on the iconic Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on Friday 13 September, closing ...
Interview: Meredith Shedden of FALSETTOS at The Annex Theatre Photo Interview: Meredith Shedden of FALSETTOS at The Annex Theatre
by Ilana Lucas - April 20, 2024

BroadwayWorld spoke to Meredith Shedden, Bowtie Productions’ AD and the production’s director, about the joys of working with the quirky cult favourite musical....
Review: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Bass Concert Hall Photo Review: GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY at Bass Concert Hall
by Victoria Schwarz - April 25, 2024

As many students of history know, 1929 was the beginning of a chaotic, and often tragic, decade for the United States. Seven months after a small stock market crash and recovery on March 25, the bottom fell out....
Video: HADESTOWN Is a Family Affair with Jon Jon & Isa Briones Photo Video: HADESTOWN Is a Family Affair with Jon Jon & Isa Briones
by Joey Mervis - April 18, 2024

In this video, watch as the adorable father/daughter duo of Jon Jon and Isa Briones chat more about the huge impact of Hadestown, the joy of sharing a passion for the arts, and so much more!...
Review: All-Star Cast Shines in A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY Celebrating Sondheim and Lloyd We Photo Review: All-Star Cast Shines in A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY Celebrating Sondheim and Lloyd Webber
by Michael Quintos - April 10, 2024

A talented collection of Broadway vets led by Tony winner Betty Buckley gathered together for a one-night-only concert 'A BROADWAY BIRTHDAY: SONDHEIM, LLOYD WEBBER, AND FRIENDS' at Segerstrom Concert Hall on March 28, 2024 to celebrate the legacy—and coincidental same birthdate—of musical theater ro...
Kevin Sinfield Will Share His Stories With a Warrington Audience in November Photo Kevin Sinfield Will Share His Stories With a Warrington Audience in November
by Stephi Wild - April 12, 2024

He’s been called a sports icon and a British hero, while some have even described his feats as superhuman. Now fans and followers of Kevin Sinfield can learn more about the rugby league great turned rugby union coach turned charity fundraiser when he shares his story at Parr Hall on 13 November....
Review: KISS MARRY KILL, Stone Nest Photo Review: KISS MARRY KILL, Stone Nest
by Cindy Marcolina - April 19, 2024

Dante or Die are back with another site-specific venture. Burrowed underneath the cold dome of Stone Nest, Kiss Marry Kill feels right at home within the harsh and unholy environment of the venue. Set in a prison against the backdrop of violence, it reframes homophobia and imagines the first same-se...
2024 Fertile Ground Festival Starts Today! Photo 2024 Fertile Ground Festival Starts Today!
by Krista Garver - April 12, 2024

Get ready for 11 days of theatrical discovery!...
Review: Storm Large Gives an Electrifying Performance at 54 Below Photo Review: Storm Large Gives an Electrifying Performance at 54 Below
by Analisa Bell - April 09, 2024

Entering Broadway’s Supper Club spotlit and holding a tambourine, Storm Large kicked off her show at 54 Below on Saturday night with a fiery rendition of Matthieu Chedid’s “La Seine” and immediately captured the audience’s attention with her razor-sharp wit and powerful vocals....
Interview: AMBER LIU Takes Us On Her Musical Journey With Her “No More Sad Songs” Tou Photo Interview: AMBER LIU Takes Us On Her Musical Journey With Her “No More Sad Songs” Tour
by Alyson Eng - April 13, 2024

This month, I had the pleasure of attending Amber’s concert tour stop in Vancouver, BC and chatting with Amber on behalf of BroadwayWorld. Reflecting on both her recent “No More Sad Songs” tour as well as her career past and present, it was clear that her journey as an artist was about more than jus...
Artis- Naples Announces Call For Entries For 16th Annual Naples International Film Fe Photo Artis- Naples Announces Call For Entries For 16th Annual Naples International Film Festival
by A.A. Cristi - April 23, 2024

Artis—Naples has announced that the call for entries has begun for the 2024 Naples International Film Festival (NIFF), which is scheduled to take place October 24-27 at the newly established Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Mercato (9118 Strada Pl.)....
Utah Opera's Thaïs to Conclude the 2023-24 Season Photo Utah Opera's Thaïs to Conclude the 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 26, 2024

Utah Opera will conclude the 2023-24 season with Bassinet's Thaïs. Learn how to purchase tickets....
Interview: Olivia Noel of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME at Columbus Children's Theatre Photo Interview: Olivia Noel of THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME at Columbus Children's Theatre
by Paul Batterson - April 18, 2024

'(It’s) less of a character acting position and more of a ‘How can I make sure I’m conveying her story as authentically as possible while also keeping her ‘Disney personality’ in the mix?'' Olivia Noel...
THE WOMAN IN BLACK Comes to Sydney in July Photo THE WOMAN IN BLACK Comes to Sydney in July
by Stephi Wild - April 16, 2024

A Sydney season has been added to the national tour of The Woman in Black. Sydney audiences will now have the opportunity to witness the most terrifying live theatre experience in the world at Theatre Royal Sydney for a limited season from 30 July, with tickets on sale from today. ...
Duluth Playhouse Underground Presents the 2024 WHAT SHE SAID FESTIVAL Photo Duluth Playhouse Underground Presents the 2024 WHAT SHE SAID FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - April 18, 2024

Duluth Playhouse Underground will present the annual What She Said Festival in 2024, featuring six original plays written and directed by women. Due to popular demand, an extra show has been added on May 12th....
Interview: Megan McGinnis of BEETLEJUICE National Tour Photo Interview: Megan McGinnis of BEETLEJUICE National Tour
by Melissa Heckscher - April 15, 2024

BroadwayWorld spoke with Broadway alumn Megan McGinnis about coming back to SoCal, doing an exorcism in front of her 7-year-old son, and keeping a straight face while acting alongside Justin Collette’s Beetlejuice.  ...
Review: ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Bryant High School Photo Review: ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Bryant High School
by Theresa Bertram - April 21, 2024

What did our critic think of ROALD DAHL'S MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Bryant High School?...
What You Need to Know About the CABARET Prologue Photo What You Need to Know About the CABARET Prologue
by Sidney Paterra - April 19, 2024

The current revival of Cabaret just opened on Broadway at The August Wilson Theatre- a space that has been transformed into the Kit Kat Club, with an in-the-round auditorium and sinfully dreamlike spaces. To get the full experience, you've gotta show up for the Prologue.  Let BroadwayWorld be your g...
Cast Set For Disney's THE LION KING at DPAC Photo Cast Set For Disney's THE LION KING at DPAC
by Stephi Wild - April 22, 2024

Casting has been announced for the DPAC engagement of Disney's The Lion King. ...
DATE NIGHT AT THE MET With Edward W. Hardy Returns This Weekend Photo DATE NIGHT AT THE MET With Edward W. Hardy Returns This Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - April 16, 2024

Renowned composer-violinist Dr. Edward W. Hardy returns to The Metropolitan Museum of Art for Date Night At The Met. ...
Sensory-Friendly Performance Of Disney's ALADDIN Coming Up At The Paramount Photo Sensory-Friendly Performance Of Disney's ALADDIN Coming Up At The Paramount
by A.A. Cristi - April 18, 2024

Experience a sensory-friendly performance of Disney's ALADDIN at the Paramount on April 27....
Interview: AMBER LIU Takes Us On Her Musical Journey With Her “No More Sad Songs” Tou Photo Interview: AMBER LIU Takes Us On Her Musical Journey With Her “No More Sad Songs” Tour
by Alyson Eng - April 13, 2024

This month, I had the pleasure of attending Amber’s concert tour stop in Vancouver, BC and chatting with Amber on behalf of BroadwayWorld. Reflecting on both her recent “No More Sad Songs” tour as well as her career past and present, it was clear that her journey as an artist was about more than jus...
Interview: Brent Bristow And Noah Hungate of EMERALD CITY COUNCIL Photo Interview: Brent Bristow And Noah Hungate of EMERALD CITY COUNCIL
by Theresa Bertram - April 25, 2024

Life is about making connections, and when my daughter told me she wanted me to interview her Band Director Brent Bristow at Arkansas State University Beebe because he started a band named EMERALD CITY COUNCIL and released a new album entitled MOTION CARRIES, I was intrigued....




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