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Photos: GYPSY Welcomes Oprah Winfrey For A Backstage Visit
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2025

Oprah Winfrey embraced six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald and the cast of GYPSY backstage at the Majestic Theatre on Broadway this past Tuesday night after watching the performance. Check out photos from her visit with the cast.

Rob Bell's WE'LL GET BACK TO YOU Comes to Lancaster
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

 A Job Interview Gone-So-Wrong-It's-Right  We'll Get Back to You is a sharp comedy and an unexpectedly profound theatrical experience, centering on Viva, a job applicant whose interview is anything but typical. 

Josh Groban to Release Retrospective Collection 'Gems'; Listen to a New Single
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 7, 2025

Josh Groban will release his newly curated career-spanning collection, Gems, on May 2. The collection collates essential highlights from his storied career to date alongside two brand new songs. Listen to the new song 'Be Alright' now!

Photos: Inside the 97th Oscars with Cynthia Erivo, Colman Domingo, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2025

Take a look inside Hollywood’s biggest night! Throughout the ceremony, Broadway alums and past Oscar winners, including Rachel Zegler, Emma Stone, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Robert Downey, Jr., and more, took the stage to present awards.

A Broadway Guide to the Oscars
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 2, 2025

In just hours, the 97th Oscars will kick off at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood. What should theatre-lovers look out for at the ceremony? Let BroadwayWorld be your guide.

Interview: T.J. Wilkins And Shanice of 44, THE MUSICAL at Kirk Douglas Theatre
by Amanda Callas - Feb 27, 2025

Broadway World talks with T.J. Wilkins and Shanice of 44, The unOfficial, unSanctioned Obama Musical, at the Kirk Douglas Theatre through March 23rd. Actor and singer T.J. Wilkins has performed with Stevie Wonder, The Jacksons, John Legend, and Beyoncé, shined on NBC’s The Voice, and been nominated for a Grammy for his song in Disney’s The Lion King.  Shanice performed with Ella Fitzgerald at age 11, has collaborated with Kenny Loggins, Kenny Babyface Edmonds, Justin Timberlake, and Josh Groban, been nominated for Grammys for her bestselling, chart-topping albums, and starred in her own reality show on the Oprah Winfrey Network.

Rachel Zegler & More Added to Oscars Presenters Lineup
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 26, 2025

Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, stars of the forthcoming Snow White reimagining, have been added to the presenter lineup for the 97th Oscars this Sunday.

Oprah Winfrey To Host New Primetime Television Event
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 24, 2025

After addressing topics like weight loss and artificial intelligence with in-depth conversations over the past year, Oprah Winfrey is now tackling the inevitable phase of life every woman will face: menopause.

CAP UCLA Announces Future Visions, A Celebration Of Emerging YoungArts Filmmakers
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2025

UCLA's Center for the Art of Performance (CAP UCLA) in partnership with YoungArts, the national foundation for the advancement of artists, will present Future Visions, a celebration of YoungArts award winners' burgeoning artistry in filmmaking and storytelling at the UCLA Nimoy Theater on Saturday, March 22.

The Town Hall to Present THE VOICE OF WHITNEY: A Symphonic Celebration on Valentine's Day Weekend
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 7, 2025

The Town Hall will celebrate Houston and the premiere of The Voice of Whitney: A Symphonic Celebration, conducted by internationally renowned conductor and music director Sean Mayes, featuring Pops of Color. Learn more!

John Douglas Thompson To Be Honored At Red Bull Theater Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2025

Red Bull Theater has announced that John Douglas Thompson will be presented with the Matador Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Classical Theater at the Running of the Red Bulls Gala Benefit.

USHER Joins Audible's Words + Music Series With THE LAST SHOWMAN
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2025

Audible Inc. has announced its next Words + Music installment, The Last Showman, an introspective look into the 30-year career of global R&B icon, USHER.

USHER Joins Audible's Words + Music Series THE LAST SHOWMAN
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 13, 2025

Audible Inc. has announced its next Words + Music installment, The Last Showman, an introspective look into the 30-year career of global R&B icon, USHER.

Daniel Breaker & Merle Dandridge Will Join HADESTOWN on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Jan 9, 2025

Tony Award nominee Daniel Breaker and BAFTA winner and SAG Award and Grammy Award nominee Merle Dandridge will join the cast of the Tony® and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical, Hadestown, on Broadway beginning Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

Photos: Viola Davis & Ted Danson Honored with Special Golden Globe Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 6, 2025

Ahead of the main ceremony on Sunday, January 5, the Golden Globes recognized the 2024 Cecil B. DeMille Award Recipient, Viola Davis, and the 2024 Carol Burnett Award Recipient, Ted Danson, at the inaugural Golden Gala: An Evening of Excellence. Take a look at photos here!

Photos: Kerry Washington, Bradley Cooper, & More Attend THE SIX TRIPLE EIGHT NYC Screening
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 18, 2024

On December 16th, the cast and crew of Netflix's hit film The Six Triple Eight attended a New York Tastemaker event at the Crosby Hotel. The event featured Kerry Washington, Tyler Perry, Bradley Cooper, Jerry Seinfeld, Gayle King, Katie Couric and more in attendance. Take a look at photos here!

BELLE COLLECTIVE Receives Early Renewal at OWN
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 13, 2024

Oprah Winfrey Network has announced the early renewal of its popular unscripted series “Belle Collective,” following its successful current season, airing Friday nights at 8 PM ET/PT. 

Steve Cochran’s New Year’s Eve Comedy Show to Return to Raue Center For The Arts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2024

Raue Center For The Arts will present the return of Steve Cochran’s New Year’s Eve Comedy Show. Learn more bout Cochran and see how to purchase tickets to the show!

Video: THE SIX TRIPLE EIGHT New Trailer with Kerry Washington
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024

Netflix has released a new trailer for Tyler Perry's The Six Triple Eight, starring Kerry Washington. The movie will hit the streamer on December 20, following a small theatrical release on December 6. Watch the trailer now.

THE COLOR PURPLE Songwriter Brenda Russell Releases New Single
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 25, 2024

With the release of her latest single, the soulful and sensual romance “You Know What It’s Like,” Brenda Russell makes a triumphant return to the refined classic blend of adult contemporary R&B and urban jazz. Listen to the new single from The Color Purple songwriter now.