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Star Trek, Goonies, Ninja Turtles Stars Among First Main Wave Of FAN EXPO Philadelphia Celebrities
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2026

Joining the previously revealed Lord of the Rings 'Four Hobbits' Sean Astin, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan, and Elijah Wood at Fan Expo Philadelphia are a total of 12 new additions.

WICKED: FOR GOOD, HAMNET, & More Receive Nominations for 2026 ACE Eddie Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 27, 2026

Wicked: For Good, Hamnet, KPop Demon Hunters, and more have received nominations at the 76th Annual ACE Eddie Awards, which recognize outstanding editing. Check out the full list of nominees here.

WICKED: FOR GOOD, KPOP DEMON HUNTERS, & More Nominated for MPSE Golden Reel Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 12, 2026

Motion Picture Sound Editors (MPSE) have unveiled the nominations for the 73rd Annual MPSE Golden Reel Awards, with Wicked: For Good, KPop Demon Hunters, Étoile, and more nominated for awards. Check out the full list here.

HAMNET, KPOP DEMON HUNTERS, & More Receive Nominations for 2026 Producers Guild Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 9, 2026

Hamnet, KPop Demon Hunters, Only Murders in the Building, and more have been nominated in the Motion Pictures and Television categories at the 37th Annual Producers Guild Awards.

Second City Brings Laughs to Aventura This January
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026

The Second City's famous banter will come to life in Laugh Harder, Not Smarter, presented by the City of Aventura, on Friday, January 30 at 8 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center.

Liz Callaway & Ann Hampton Callaway and More Join Aventura Arts & Cultural Center January Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025

The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is kicking off the new year with a January lineup featuring magic, music, comedy and theatrical tributes, from interactive illusions and soulful Motown harmonies to Broadway favorites and classical favorites.

WICKED: FOR GOOD And More Nominated for 2025 Hollywood Music In Media Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 6, 2025

The Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA) has announced the nominees for its 2025 ceremony recognizing composers, songwriters, and music supervisors for original music in film, television, video games, and other visual media.

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 6, 2025- Dylan Mulvaney Talks THE LEAST PROBLEMATIC WOMAN IN THE WORLD And More
by - Oct 6, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 6, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.

Listen: Cynthia Erivo Performs 'Everytime You Go Away' Cover From John Candy Documentary
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 3, 2025

Cynthia Erivo pays tribute to John Candy with her cover of 'Everytime You Go Away' from the documentary 'John Candy: I Like Me.' Listen now!

Photo: SPACEBALLS 2 Begins Production with Josh Gad, Rick Moranis, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2025

Original Spaceballs cast members Rick Moranis, Bill Pullman, Daphne Zuniga, and George Wyner are all set to reprise their roles in the long-awaited sequel to the 1987 cult classic from Mel Brooks. Check out a photo of the first table read!

Video: GODSPELL Documentary Sets World Premiere at TIFF; Watch a New Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 22, 2025

The new documentary about the original Toronto production of Godspell, directed by Nick Davis and produced by Judd Apatow, will make its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival this September.

CAPA to Present The Second City 65th Anniversary Show At Southern Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2025

CAPA will present The Second City live on the Southern Theatre stage. The Second City is celebrating 65 years of legendary laughs! Showcasing some of the audience's favorite songs, sketches, and characters. Learn more!

TWO SMALL BODIES to Open at The GGC Theatre in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

Two Small Bodies, a play witten by Neal Bell, directed by Gloria Gifford is being presented at The GGC Theatre. Learn more about the play and see how to purchase tickets.

ADAM- KEEP THE FAITH BABY Opens February 28 At The GGC Theatre
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 23, 2025

The GGC Theatre will soon present Adam- Keep the Faith, Baby. A show about Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., written by Clarence R. Cuthbertson. Directed by Gloria Gifford.

Josh Gad Shares SPACEBALLS 2 Update; Reveals Casting Is Underway
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 17, 2025

It won't be long before Spaceballs 2 blasts into production at ludicrous speed. In a new interview Josh Gad gave an update on the Mel Brooks sequel, revealing that the team is working on assembling a cast for the long-awaited movie.

David Rasche and Mare Winningham Complete the Cast of CULT OF LOVE at Second Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2024

David Rasche and Emmy Award winner, Academy Award and Tony Award nominee Mare Winningham will star in Leslye Headland’s CULT OF LOVE at Second Stage Theater. See who else is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Video: Josh Gad Talks Working With Mel Brooks on SPACEBALLS 2
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2024

Josh Gad visited Jimmy Kimmel Live on Tuesday to discuss some of his projects, which include co-writing Spaceballs 2, the long-awaiting sequel to Mel Brooks' comedy. Brooks returns as producer and Gad gave viewers a taste of what their collaboration looks like. Watch the interview!

Special July 4th Afternoon Performance Planned for TEA FOR THREE: LADY BIRD, PAT & BETTY
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2024

East Lynne Theater Company will produce a special July 4th holiday production of the critically acclaimed one-woman play “Tea for Three: Lady Bird, Pat & Betty,” starring Elaine Bromka.

Josh Gad to Produce and Star in SPACEBALLS Sequel From Producer Mel Brooks
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 18, 2024

Josh Gad is set to produce and appear in the long-awaiting sequel to Mel Brooks' 1987 comedy Spaceballs, which is in development at Amazon MGM Studios. Brooks will return as a producer on the film. Multiple outlets have reported the news, following a tease from Gad on his Instagram last week.

Elaine Bromka to Bring TEA FOR THREE: LADY BIRD, PAT & BETTY to Cape May
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024

Elaine Bromka brings the stories of three First Ladies to life in her one-woman show at Cape May.