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Video: Watch SCHMIGADOON! Reference JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR in Sneak Peek of Penultimate Episode
by Michael Major - Apr 20, 2023


A video clip from the penultimate episode of Schmigadoon! has been released. The clip features a first look at a new musical number from the upcoming episode inspired by music from Jesus Christ Superstar. Watch Tituss Burgess, Keegan-Michael Key, Cecily Strong, Patrick Page, Dove Cameron, Aaron Tveit, and more in action in the new episode!

Video: Tituss Burgess Sings in SCHMIGADOON! Sneak Peek With Cecily Strong & Keegan-Michael Key
by Michael Major - Apr 17, 2023


Watch a sneak peek video from the fourth episode of season two of Schmigadoon! In the sneak peek, Josh (Keegan-Michael Key) and Melissa (Cecily Strong) realize they are still stuck in Schmicago after trying to escape. The are joined by the show's narrator, played by Tituss Burgess, who serenades them with a song.

Video: Watch Jane Krakowski Perform in a SCHMIGADOON! Sneak Peek Inspired By CHICAGO & COMPANY
by Michael Major - Apr 10, 2023


Apple TV+ has released a video preview of Jane Krakowski's big number in the next episode of Schmigadoon! The clip begins with an homage to 'I'm Not Getting Married Today' from Company. Krakowski then dives into a Chicago-inspired musical number, complete with a 'Hot Honey Rag' choreography, trapeeze, cartwheels, and sparklers.

LEOPOLDSTADT Begins Final 12 Weeks of Performances on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2023


Leopoldstadt, Tom Stoppard’s Olivier Award-winning Best New Play, has begun its final 12 weeks of performances at the Longacre Theatre on Broadway. See how to purchase tickets!

Video: Watch Aaron Tveit Sing 'My Doorway to Where' From SCHMIGADOON
by Michael Major - Apr 10, 2023


Apple TV has released a video of Aaron Tveit singing 'My Doorway to Where' in the second episode of Schmigadoon. The song is a reference to 'Corner of the Sky' from Pippin. Tveit's character also references musicals like Godspell and Hair. The new season of Schmigadoon! also features Kristin Chenoweth, Ariana DeBose, Dove Cameron, and more.

Exclusive: Watch Jane Krakowski Channel Billy Flynn From CHICAGO in New SCHMIGADOON! Season Two Clip
by Michael Major - Apr 4, 2023


The video clip, from the second episode “Doorway To Where,” features Jane Krakowski, Keegan-Michael Key, and Aaron Tveit. In the clip, Krakowski plays Bobbie Flanagan, referencing the character of Billy Flynn from Chicago and the recently gender-bent character of Bobbie from the 2021 revival of Company.

Video: Watch Martin Short Sing a CHICAGO Parody in New SCHMIGADOON! Clip
by Michael Major - Mar 30, 2023


Watch the new preview video from the season premiere of Schmigadoon, in which Martin Short returns as a mysterious Leprechaun to pass on a message to Josh (Keegan-Michael Key) and Melissa (Cecily Strong). The message comes in the form of a song, which bares a striking resemblance to 'All That Jazz' from Chicago. 

Molly Shannon, Jonas Brothers & More Join SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Lineup
by Michael Major - Mar 27, 2023


“Saturday Night Live” returns April 1 with Emmy Award winner Quinta Brunson making her hosting debut. Other upcoming hosts include Molly Shannon and And De Armas. Lil Yachty, Jonas Brothers, and Karol G are also set to appear as musical guests.

Jon Hamm Joins MEAN GIRLS Movie Musical
by Michael Major - Mar 24, 2023


Jon Hamm has joined the cast of the Mean Girls movie musical as gym coach and sex-ed teacher Coach Carr. He joins Tina Fey, Tim Meadows, Connor Raitliff, Angourie Rice, Auli'i Cravalho, Jaquel Spivey, Avantika, Bebe Wood, Christopher Briney, Ashley Park, Mahi Alam, Busy Phillips, Jenna Fischer, and Reneé Rapp in the new film.

Mahi Alam & Connor Ratliff Join MEAN GIRLS Movie Musical
by Michael Major - Mar 22, 2023


Mahi Alam and Connor Ratliff have joined the cast of the upcoming movie musical adaptation of Mean Girls. Alam will play Mathlete Kevin G., who befriends Cady (Angourie Rice) while having a crush on her friend Janis (Auli’i Cravalho). They join Reneé Rapp, Jaquel Spivey, Tina Fey, Busy Philipps, Jenna Fischer, Tim Meadows, Ashley Park, and more.

Video: Go Inside SCHMIGADOON! Season Two With Ariana DeBose, Jane Krakowski & More
by Michael Major - Mar 22, 2023


The featurette shares new look at the upcoming season, which reimagines the world of '60s and '70s musicals, including Hair, Sweeney Todd, Cabaret, Chicago, and more. Members of the cast, including Kristin Chenoweth, Dove Cameron, Ariana DeBose, Jane Krakowski, Keegan Michael-Key, Cecily Strong, and more tease what to expect in the new video.

Photos: SCHMIGADOON! Cast Celebrates Season Two in NYC
by Michael Major - Mar 21, 2023


The cast of “Schmigadoon!” gathered at The Park Lane Hotel in New York City ahead of the season two premiere. Attendees included ensemble cast members Cecily Strong, Keegan-Michael Key, Dove Cameron, Jaime Camil, Ann Harada, Jane Krakowski and Aaron Tveit, alongside co-creator Cinco Paul. Check out photos from the event now!

Annaleigh Ashford to Talk SWEENEY TODD on LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS Tomorrow
by Michael Major - Mar 15, 2023


Tony winner Annaleigh Ashford will sit down with Seth Meyers tomorrow on Late Night to discuss starring as Mrs. Lovett in the Broadway revival of Sweeney Todd. Sweeney Todd also includes Josh Groban in the title role, Jordan Fisher, Gaten Matarazzo, Ruthie Ann Miles, and more.

TV: Trailer oficial de la segunda temporada de SCHMIGADOON
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez - Mar 9, 2023


Apple TV+ presenta el tráiler de la nueva temporada de la galardonada comedia musical 'Schmigadoon!', que se estrena el 5 de abril

Photos: First Look at Ariana DeBose, Kristin Chenoweth & More in SCHMIGADOON! Season Two
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2023


The new season takes audiences to Schmicago, reimagining the world of ’60s and ’70s musicals. New photos feature Ariana DeBose as a Cabaret-inspired character, Kristin Chenoweth and Alan Cumming paying homage to Sweeney Todd, Aaron Tveit doing a Hair parody, and more. 

VIDEO: SCHMIGADOON! Takes on SWEENEY TODD, HAIR & More in Season Two Trailer
by Michael Major - Mar 7, 2023


Apple TV+ released the trailer for the second season of 'Schmigadoon!, in which Josh (Keegan-Michael Key) and Melissa (Cecily Strong) find themselves in Schmicago, the reimagined world of '60s and '70s musicals. The new video trailer features Chenoweth and Cumming as Sweeney Todd-inspired characters, Tveit doing a Hair parody, and much more!

MEAN GIRLS Movie Musical Begins Production Today
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2023


The upcoming Mean Girls movie musical officially goes into production today! Renee Rapp, who will reprise the role of Regina George that she played on Broadway, took to Instagram to share the news.

Review: NIMROD at Theatre Of NOTE
by Andrew Child - Mar 4, 2023


Director Alina Phelan is a master of visual comedy and everything you see has a punchline if you are willing to look for it. Vangsness’ impersonation is a biting satire that far supersedes anything Lorne Michaels’ could get away with putting on TV.

Ashley Park Joins MEAN GIRLS Movie Musical
by Michael Major - Mar 3, 2023


Ashley Park has joined the cast of the upcoming Mean Girls movie musical. Park was nominated for a Tony Award for her performance as Gretchen Weiners in the original Broadway production of Mean Girls the musical. She joins Busy Philipps, Jenna Fischer, Tina Fey, Angourie Rice, Auli'i Cravalho, Jaquel Spivey, Avantika, Bebe Wood, and Reneé Rapp.

Busy Philipps Joins MEAN GIRLS Movie Musical as Mrs. George
by Michael Major - Mar 1, 2023


She's not like a regular mom, she's a cool mom! Busy Philipps has joined the Mean Girls film adaptation as Mrs. George, Regina George's mother. Phillips joins the previously announced Jenna Fischer, Tina Fey, Tim Meadows, Reneé Rapp, Angourie Rice, Auli'i Cravalho, Jaquel Spivey, Avantika, Bebe Wood, and Christopher Briney.

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