Wanda Sykes

Wanda Sykes, Ashley Graham, & More Join SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST as Guest Stars
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 11, 2025

Netflix has revealed that the final season of SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST, Season 3 will include guest stars Wanda Sykes, Ashley Graham, Ronny Chieng, and more.

Photos: LL Cool J, Montell Jordan, Ben Vereen, and Wanda Sykes at 44 - THE MUSICAL
by Stephi Wild - Dec 11, 2025

The musical comedy, 44 – THE MUSICAL is now playing at The Daryl Roth Theatre. Check out photos of LL Cool J with the 44 Band and the Company; Montell Jordan with the Company; Ben Vereen; and Wanda Sykes taking a selfie with the cast here!

Video: Netflix Reveals Release Date for the Final Season of THE UPSHAWS
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025

Netflix has revealed the premiere date for part 7 of its long-running sitcom, The Upshaws, which will feature 12 new episodes. Watch the new teaser video now.

Margaret Cho Brings New Stand-Up Show CHOLIGARCHY To Maui Arts & Cultural Center
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025

Five-time Grammy and Emmy nominee Margaret Cho will bring her new stand-up show Choligarchy to the Castle Theater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at 7:30 p.m..

T.J. Wilkins, Shanice, and Chad Doreck Will Lead 44 - THE MUSICAL Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 15, 2025

Complete casting has been announced for the musical comedy, 44 – THE MUSICAL, that will play The Daryl Roth Theatre or a limited eight-week engagement beginning in October.

Cristela Alonzo Sets Third Netflix Special UPPER CLASSY
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 19, 2025

Cristela Alonzo is returning to Netflix in her third stand-up special, Upper Classy. Filmed at The Majestic theater in Dallas, Texas, Cristela Alonzo: Upper Classy premieres globally on September 23, 2025 only on Netflix.

Interview: Jason Graae: IT'S A GRAAE NIGHT FOR SINGING! at The Gardenia Supper Club
by Gavin Glynn - Aug 12, 2025

Jason Graae (pronounced 'grah'or 'graw', but not 'gray' is an established American musical theater actor, best known for his musical theater performances but with a varied career spanning Broadway, opera, television and film. He has won four Bistro Awards, two Ovation Awards, two New York Nightlife Awards, the Theatre Bay Area Award for Best Actor in a Musical and the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Joel Hirschhorn Award for Outstanding Achievement in Musical Theatre.

T.J. Wilkins, Shanice and More To Lead 44- THE MUSICAL at The Studebaker Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2025

Following its acclaimed, sold-out runs in Chicago and LA, the smash-hit musical comedy 44 -THE MUSICAL returns to Chicago for a second term, playing at The Studebaker Theater in the historic Fine Arts Building, August 23 – September 21, 2025.

Margaret Cho Announces 2025�"2026 CHOLIGARCHY Comedy Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2025

Five-time Grammy and Emmy nominee Margaret Cho has announced her newest stand-up comedy tour, CHOLIGARCHY, launching August 1, 2025, in Provincetown, MA, with dates confirmed into spring 2026.

TITANIQUE and More Announced for 92NY Celebrates Pride 2025
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2025

92NY celebrates Pride with new events in June and free archived talks featuring The L Word's Kate Moennig and Leisha Hailey celebrating their new memoir So Gay For You on June 3 and a farewell celebration with Titanique's cast and creators on June 9.

Michael Urie, Gideon Glick, & More to Receive Honors at Celebration Of LGBTQ+ Cinema & Television
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2025

The Critics Choice Association has announced the date and honorees for its 2nd Annual Celebration of LGBTQ+ Cinema & Television. Honorees include Michael Urie, Gideon Glick, Bowen Yang, Nathan Lee Graham, and more.

Audible and Broadway Video Unveil 2025 Comedy Podcast Lineup Featuring Conrad Ricamora, Richard Kind, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2025

Audible and Broadway Video have unveiled a lineup of three original scripted comedy podcasts set to premiere in 2025: Murder at the Patel Motel, The Good Life, and Headcase. The productions include the talents of Conrad Ricamora, Richard Kind, and more.

44 - THE OBAMA MUSICAL to Return to LA and Chicago
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 21, 2025

44 -THE OBAMA MUSICAL will return for second terms, first returning to the Kirk Douglas Theatre and then The Sutdebaker Theater in Chicago. Learn more and see how to attend.

Video: Cynthia Erivo Accepts GLAAD's Stephen F. Kolzak Award
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 28, 2025

Last night at the 36th GLAAD Media Awards, Cynthia Erivo accepted the special Stephen F. Kolzak Award, in recognition of her raising visibility and promoting acceptance of LGBTQ people and issues. Watch her speech now.

Video: Josh Groban Talks Theater Education with Broadway Bound Kids on THE KELLY CLARKSON SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 10, 2025

On The Kelly Clarkson Show, Josh Groban sat down with the non-profit Broadway Bound Kids to discuss their work in providing free theater lessons for students around New York City as well as details on his upcoming Las Vegas residency.

Cynthia Erivo Will Be Honored at the 36th GLAAD Media Awards
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025

Cynthia Erivo will be honored with the Stephen F. Kolzak Award at the 36th Annual GLAAD Media Awards. The awards are set to be presented in Los Angeles next month.

Stand-up Comedy Continues in February at Florida Rep
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2025

 Florida Rep's stand-up comedy nights will return with comedian headliners from The Comedy Zone performing in the Historic Arcade Theatre from 7:00 – 9:00 PM on select Fridays throughout the 2024-2025 season.

THE PIANO LESSON, WICKED & More Receive NAACP Image Awards Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 7, 2025

NAACP has announced the full list of “56th NAACP Image Awards” nominees, with Wicked and The Piano Lesson nominated for Outstanding Motion Picture and Wicked's Cynthia Erivo nominated for Entertainer of the Year.

Comedian Margaret Cho Reveals New 2025 Tour Dates
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2024

Margaret Cho, the five-time Grammy and Emmy nominated comedian/actress who has been touring her hilarious stand-up comedy shows in North America for over four decades has added brand new 2025 dates to her highly successful Live and LIVID! tour. 

Margaret Cho Reveals New 2025 Tour Dates
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 16, 2024

Margaret Cho - the five-time Grammy and Emmy nominated comedian/actress who has been touring her hilarious stand-up comedy shows in North America for over four decades has added brand new 2025 dates to her highly successful Live and LIVID! tour.