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In an exclusive new interview with Entertainment Tonight, the stars of the upcoming musical The Greatest Showman dished on their roles and what it took to bring this larger than life new musical to the big screen. Check out the video below to hear what Hugh Jackman really thinks of his co-star Zac Efron and how Zendaya became a trapeze expert on the shoot!

Alice Cooper, a seminal figure in rock 'n' roll whose compelling stage presence has made him a must see for five decades, has been cast as the flamboyant King Herod in NBC's staged rock concert of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR LIVE! to be aired Easter Sunday, April 1.

The New York Times recently revealed that the Metropolitan Opera had opened an investigation into claims against conductor James Levine, alleging sexual abuse.

Disney's Aladdin will welcome Arielle Jacobs as Jasmine on Broadway beginning Tuesday, February 20, 2018. Jacobs originated the role in the Australian production in 2016 and is the sister of original Broadway star Adam Jacobs, currently leading the North American tour in the title role. Her previous Broadway credits include Wicked and In the Heights.

SpongeBob SquarePants on Broadway officially opens tonight, December 4th, at The Palace Theatre.

The Hollywood Reporter has reported that the comedy series, Haters Back Off, starring Colleen Ballinger as her popular internet character, Miranda Sings, has been canceled following its second season on Netflix.

Today we celebrate the birthday of the incomparable, the fabulous, the simply divine, Bette Midler!

Variety has reported that Justin Huff, a senior Broadway casting director at lead talent agency Telsey + Company, has been terminated from his position over reports of sexual misconduct.

Baz Bamigboye of The Daily Mail has reported that Paula Hawkins international bestselling novel The Girl on the Train will receive a stage adaptation.

Baz Bamigboye of The Daily Mail has reported that Jim Steinman's Bat Out of Hell will play at London's Dominion Theatre next spring. Performances are expected to begin April 2nd. Tickets are on sale from this Monday at 12 PM.

SCHOOL OF ROCK star Alex Brightman, Hamilton producer Jeffrey Seller and Universal TV have struck a deal with NBC to develop an untitled family comedy written by the Tony Award-nominated actor. Brightman is also set to executive produce the pilot.

In a refreshing new op-ed for Refinery 29. Broadway's Beanie Feldstein opens up about weight loss and the troubling enthusiasm which has led her to request that people stop complimenting her body.

It has been reported that Tony nominated actor, Jeff Daniels, recently took part in a private reading of a stage adaptation of one of history's most celebrated novels, To Kill a Mockingbird.

The Recording Academy kicked off awards season this morning with their announcement of the 60th GRAMMY Awards nominations.

Former teen icon, David Cassidy, who rose to stardom on the 1970's musical sitcom The Partridge Family has died passed away at the age of 67.

A new web thriller starring Kelli O'Hara, The Accidental Wolf, created by Arian Moayed of Waterwell Films premieres online today!

Composer Ray Leslee (Standup Shakespeare, Avenue X) and playwright, actor, HBO Def Poet, Brian Dykstra, have teamed up with Musical Director Kimberly Grigsby (Amelie, Spiderman, Spring Awakening) to present a workshop presentation of a new musical based on the comedy by Moliere. The script-in-hand readings will take place Thursday Nov 16th at The Lark Play Development Center and Friday, November 17th at Manhattan Theatre Club Studios. The presentation will be directed by Margarett Perry.

The Post's Michael Riedel has reported that two acclaimed productions of the beloved musical 42nd Street are currently vying for a spot on Broadway.

Today as we celebrate a landmark 21 years since the long-running revival of Kander and Ebb's Chicago landed on Broadway, let's venture way back in time to when the revival made its world premiere at City Center Encores.

Forbes has revealed its annual 30 UNDER 30 Hollywood & Entertainment list, spotlighting the next generation of talent. Appearing among the list of esteemed actors, writers, musicians and more is Tony Award winner Ben Platt, currently starring in Broadway's Dear Evan Hansen.