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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



From Indian Lake New EP 'Head Void' Out Now
From Indian Lake New EP 'Head Void' Out Now
May 15, 2024

From Indian Lakes celebrate the release of the new LP Head Void, out now. Head Void was recorded at Vann’s newly finished home studio in California’s central valley just outside Yosemite National Park, and was mastered by Will Yip. This summer From Indian Lake will also tour and perform for the first time since 2019, playing shows with Dirty Buyer and King of Heck. Listen to the EP now!

Victor Ray Releases New Single 'Falling Into Place' Ahead of New EP 'i tried' This June
Victor Ray Releases New Single 'Falling Into Place' Ahead of New EP 'i tried' This June
May 15, 2024

On June 14, Capitol Records will release Victor Ray’s new EP, i tried. Now, he has unveiled his new single, “Falling Into Place” Ft. Debbie. The epic track is the follow-up to the rising star’s viral hit “Comfortable,” which is also found on the EP. See below for track listing. Listen to the new single!

Will Ferrell to Create and Star in New GOLF Comedy for Netflix
Will Ferrell to Create and Star in New GOLF Comedy for Netflix
May 15, 2024

Netflix has announced a 10 episode order for the scripted comedy GOLF from Will Ferrell, Ramy Youssef and Josh Rabinowitz. The series stars Ferrell, in his first TV comedy series, as a fictional golf legend. Youssef will play a role as well. 

Jodie Comer Cast in Kenneth Branagh Film THE LAST DISTURBANCE OF MADELINE HYNDE
Jodie Comer Cast in Kenneth Branagh Film THE LAST DISTURBANCE OF MADELINE HYNDE
May 15, 2024

According to reports, Jodie Comer will be starring in Kenneth Branagh's next film, The Last Distrbuance of Madeline Hydne. Branagh will direct the film from his own screenplay, with production set to begin in the UK in August. Characterized as a 'contemporary psychological thriller,' the plot of the film is currently being kept under wraps.

Video: Madame Morrible Invites You to Apply to Shiz University
Video: Madame Morrible Invites You to Apply to Shiz University
May 15, 2024

In a new promo video for the Wicked movie, Madame Morrible, played by Michelle Yeoh, invites prospective students to apply for enrollment at Shiz University. Shiz is the school attended by Galinda and Elphaba in the musical and film of Wicked, which just dropped a new trailer. In the video, Morrible details the subjects offered at Shiz including Logic, Literature, Linguification, and Sorcery, which she teaches. Watch the video and apply now!

Pop Musical VERONA'S ROMEO & JULIET, Starring Ledisi and Rebel Wilson, Coming in 2025
Pop Musical VERONA'S ROMEO & JULIET, Starring Ledisi and Rebel Wilson, Coming in 2025
May 15, 2024

According to reports, the previously announced pop musical Verona's Romeo & Juliet will be distributed by Briarcliff Entertainment on Valentine's Day 2025. The new movie musical will be the first in a trilogy of pop musical movies that tell the real 1301 story that inspired William Shakespeare's classic play. The film is led by Clara Rugaard and Jamie Ward as Juliet and Romeo, respectively. 

Video: Watch Nikki M. James Perform 'Wait My Turn' From SUFFS
Video: Watch Nikki M. James Perform 'Wait My Turn' From SUFFS
May 15, 2024

As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,' Tony Award-winner Nikki M. James stopped by the show on Wednesday to perform Wait My Turn from the Tony-nominated musical Suffs, currently playing at the Music Box Theatre. Watch the performance now!

TR/ST Releases 'Soon' Single Ahead of New Album Coming Later This Year
TR/ST Releases 'Soon' Single Ahead of New Album Coming Later This Year
May 15, 2024

TR/ST (fka Trust), the musical alias of producer, singer, and performer Robert Alfons, has shared his new single 'Soon', with a new album in the works. TR/ST has also announced a European/UK tour later this year. Listen to the new single!

Sydney Sherrill to Release 'Luckiest Girl Alive' EP; Title Track Out Now
Sydney Sherrill to Release 'Luckiest Girl Alive' EP; Title Track Out Now
May 15, 2024

Singer-songwriter Sydney Sherrill has announced her new EP Luckiest Girl Alive, out July 12th. The project acts as a time capsule of her youth, encompassing the various emotions she experienced personally or witnessed from those around her. Setting the tone for what’s to come, Sydney has also released her new single and title track, “Luckiest Girl Alive.' Listen to the song now!

Video: Watch First Teaser for DUNE: PROPHECY Series
Video: Watch First Teaser for DUNE: PROPHECY Series
May 15, 2024

From the expansive universe of Dune, created by acclaimed author Frank Herbert, and 10,000 years before the ascension of Paul Atreides, DUNE: PROPHECY follows two Harkonnen sisters as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind and establish the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit. Watch the teaser!

The Decemberists Release New Single 'Oh No!' Off New Album 'As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again'
The Decemberists Release New Single 'Oh No!' Off New Album 'As It Ever Was, So It Will Be Again'
May 15, 2024

The Decemberists have released a new single, “Oh No!” The track, which appears on their forthcoming new album is chock full of The Decemberists most defining characteristics - vibrant storytelling, rich musicality and a cleverness that’s become signature to Meloy’s lyricism. Listen to the single!

Video: Watch the Cast of SUFFS Perform 'The March' on TODAY
Video: Watch the Cast of SUFFS Perform 'The March' on TODAY
May 15, 2024

As part of TODAY's 'Best of Broadway Week,'  Shaina Taub and the cast of Suffs stopped by the show on Wednesday to perform from the newly Tony-nominated musical. Ahead of their performance of The March, Tubb discussed the show with TODAY's Hoda Kotb and Savannah Guthrie. Watch the interview and performance now!

Diamanda Galás Shares New Single 'La Llorona' Ahead of Live Album
Diamanda Galás Shares New Single 'La Llorona' Ahead of Live Album
May 15, 2024

Diamanda’s “La Llorona”is the legend of a mestizo woman who has been abandoned by her Spanish lover, who deserted her for a 'purebred' woman. Faced with the threat of having her children stolen by their father, she takes the children to the river and kills them to destroy her faithless lover’s bloodline. She lives on, a haunted and disdained outcast who walks each night by the river, gathering weeds and hoping to find her children again. Listen to the single!

Skindred to Embark on Autumn 2024 UK Headline Tour
Skindred to Embark on Autumn 2024 UK Headline Tour
May 15, 2024

Welsh ragga metal legends Skindred have announced a UK headline tour for autumn 2024. Tickets are on sale now (May 15th), apart from shows in Leicester and Oxford which will be available from 5pm on Friday 17th May. Skindred played their largest headline show to date at Wembley Arena in 2024, while they have also continued to prove the hunger for the band internationally.

Roe Kapara Rails Against The Rat Race On 'Life in America'
Roe Kapara Rails Against The Rat Race On 'Life in America'
May 15, 2024

St. Louis-born, Los Angeles-based artist Roe Kapara has shared his new single, “Life In America,” a bleak appraisal of American corporate culture condemning its die-at-your-desk mentality. Amidst its eerie acoustic melody, Kapara utilizes his cutting imagery to articulate the attitudes of a generation of clear-eyed disaffected youth. Listen to the single now!

Magnolia Network to Launch Premium Family-Friendly Unscripted Content Slate This Fall on Max
Magnolia Network to Launch Premium Family-Friendly Unscripted Content Slate This Fall on Max
May 15, 2024

Debuting this fall, Magnolia Network will launch its all-new family-friendly unscripted content slate created for Max. From ambitious large-scale competitions to out-of-the-box social experiments, this premium content initiative for Max will be produced specifically for the whole household to watch and enjoy together, filled with elements of surprise, delight and authenticity.

Video: Steve Carell Talks Fulfilled Dream of Performing on Broadway in UNCLE VANYA
Video: Steve Carell Talks Fulfilled Dream of Performing on Broadway in UNCLE VANYA
May 15, 2024

On Tuesday, Steve Carell, who is currently starring in Uncle Vanya on Broadway, stopped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to discuss his involvement and role in the new production of the classic Anton Chekov play. Though Carell is making his Broadway debut in this play, this has been a longtime goal for the actor and comedian. Watch the interview!

Meryl Streep Expresses Interest in MAMMA MIA! 3: 'Of Course I Want to Do It'
Meryl Streep Expresses Interest in MAMMA MIA! 3: 'Of Course I Want to Do It'
May 15, 2024

After receiving the prestigious Honorary Palme d’Or at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, Meryl Streep revealed that she soon has a meeting with Universal about returning for the highly-anticipated third entry in the Mamma Mia! franchise. She also expressed her concern with the nature of her return, as it was revealed that her character, Donna Sheridan, had passed away after the events of the first film.

of Montreal Unveils “Soporific Cell” Single
of Montreal Unveils “Soporific Cell” Single
May 14, 2024

of Montreal will release the brand new studio album Lady On The Cusp this Friday, May 17 on Polyvinyl Record Co. Now, the band offers one more early taste of the new collection with the devotional R&B surrealist fantasy of “Soporific Cell”, influenced by the Afro-Futurism of Saul Williams' 'Neptune Frost', the novels of Ursula K Le Guin, and the band Hot Chocolate. Listen to a new single!

Patti LuPone and Cast of Marvel's AGATHA Series Reveal Official Title
Patti LuPone and Cast of Marvel's AGATHA Series Reveal Official Title
May 14, 2024

Katherine Hahn, Patti LuPone, and Joe Locke took the stage Tuesday at Disney's Upfront Presentation to officially reveal the title for the upcoming Marvel series, centering on Hahn's Agatha Harkness. At the presentation, it was confirmed that the title is 'Agatha All Along,' like the song of the same name written by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. The series will premiere September 18 on Disney+.



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