Student Blog: Poo-Wah-Bahs - Francis Ford Coppola’s Lasting Impact on Hofstra’s Drama Department
by Student Blogger: Grace Ward - Dec 23, 2025
This blog explores Francis Ford Coppola’s profound legacy at Hofstra University, tracing how a theatre student-turned-legendary filmmaker helped shape the department’s culture and traditions. It highlights Coppola’s impact on student-led productions and his creation of Poo-Wah-Bahs, a ritual that asks you to slow down and recognize the work of each individual player. Nearly 70 years later, this tradition continues to unite generations of Hofstra theatre students. Through personal reflection, the piece examines how legacy, community and creativity converge in one of the department’s most cherished rites.
Cherry Lane Theatre Sets Reopening Date for September
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 17, 2025
The Cherry Lane Theatre, the historic Off-Broadway venue in New York City, will officially reopen this September, with a programming lineup that includes theater, film, comedy, and music events.
Francis Ford Coppola Celebrated with AFI Life Achievement Award
by Emmy Rice - Apr 27, 2025
The American Film Institute (AFI) presented the 50th AFI Life Achievement Award to Francis Ford Coppola on Saturday, April 26, at a Gala Tribute at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, surrounded by icons in the entertainment community.
Photos: Adam Lambert Visits DRAG: THE MUSICAL
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 24, 2024
Adam Lambert recently paid a visit to the Off-Broadway production of Drag: The Musical, and posed with the cast after the show. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos here!
THE SUBSTANCE to Stream on MUBI Beginning October 31
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 24, 2024
The Substance, Coralie Fargeat’s body-horror film, will be available to stream exclusively on MUBI beginning October 31, 2024. The movie stars Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Dennis Quaid.
Adam Lambert and Auli'i Cravalho Will Join CABARET AT THE KIT KAT CLUB
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2024
GRAMMY Award nominee Adam Lambert and 'Moana' star Auli’i Cravalho will make their respective Broadway debuts as ‘Emcee’ and ‘Sally Bowles’ this Fall in the Tony Award-winning Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club at the August Wilson Theatre. We have all of the details here!
Video: Watch Trailer for Apple TV+ Series SUNNY With Rashida Jones
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 14, 2024
Apple TV+ has unveiled the trailer for its highly anticipated, ten-episode darkly comedic mystery series “Sunny.' The series will premiere globally on Apple TV+ on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 with the first two episodes, followed by one new episode every Wednesday through September 4, 2024. Watch the trailer now!