Michael Wright News

Review: 1776 at Musicals At Richter

by Sean Fallon — July 12, 2026

On Saturday, July 11th, I had the pleasure of seeing yet another phenomenal production at Musicals at Richter, in Danbury, 1776.

GODFATHER OF HARLEM to Conclude with Two-Hour Series Finale

by Josh Sharpe — July 1, 2026

Godfather of Harlem, the critically acclaimed crime drama from MGM+, will conclude with a two-hour series finale after its four-season run.

1776 to Open Musicals at Richter's 42nd Outdoor Season in Danbury

by A.A. Cristi — June 23, 2026

Musicals at Richter, Connecticut's longest-running outdoor theater, will present the Tony Award-winning musical 1776 to kick off its 42nd season at the Richter Arts Center in Danbury.

David Oyelowo, Hayley Atwell, & More to Star in MGM+ TREASURE ISLAND Series

by Josh Sharpe — March 3, 2026

A new adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island is coming to the screen, starring David Oyelowo, Hayley Atwell, Jack Huston, Tomer Capone, and Tom Sweet.

Matt Dillon Cast in THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN Series Remake for MGM+

by Josh Sharpe — February 25, 2026

Matt Dillon will star in the upcoming eight-episode drama series The Magnificent Seven, a reimagining of the classic 1960 Western film from MGM+.

TheatreWorks New Milford to Stage THE SHARK IS BROKEN This February

by A.A. Cristi — February 13, 2026

TheatreWorks New Milford will open THE SHARK IS BROKEN on Friday, February 20 at 8:00 p.

Kit Harington and Mirren Mack to Star in MGM+’s New A TALE OF TWO CITIES Series

by Josh Sharpe — September 17, 2025

MGM+ will release a new four-part drama adaptation of Charles Dickens’ literary classic, A Tale Of Two Cities, starring West End alum Kit Harington, François Civil, and Mirren Mack.

Linda Lavin, Cristin Milioti, & More Receive Nominations for 2025 Gotham Television Awards

by Josh Sharpe — April 29, 2025

The Gotham Film & Media Institute has announced the nominations in twelve competitive award categories for the 2025 Gotham Television Awards, recognizing performances from Linda Lavin, Cristin Milioti, and Michelle Williams, among others.

Kevin Kline Set to Play Broadway Actor in New MGM+ Series AMERICAN CLASSIC

by Josh Sharpe — January 28, 2025

MGM+ has announced an eight-episode series order for American Classic, a half-hour comedy series starring Tony-winner Kevin Kline as Broadway actor Richard Bean.

Review: THE NETHER at Renaissance Theaterworks

by Cathy Jakicic — January 12, 2025

The Nether' never stops challenging or surprising the audience.

Renaissance Theaterworks Presents THE NETHER By Jennifer Haley

by A.A. Cristi — December 16, 2024

Renaissance Theaterworks will continue their 32nd season with “The Nether” by Jennifer Haley, January 12th - February 2nd with preview performances on January 10th and 11th, at the Theater on 255 S Water Street in Milwaukee's Harbor District.

Video: MGM+ Debuts Trailer for NFL ICONS Season Four

by Josh Sharpe — December 9, 2024

Premium linear channel and streaming service MGM+ has announced that Season Four of NFL Icons will premiere on January 17 at 10 p.

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR to be Presented at TheatreWorks New Milford

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 28, 2024

TheatreWorks New Milford will present JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, running weekends in December.

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Comes to TheatreWorks New Milford

by Stephi Wild — October 28, 2024

TheatreWorks New Milford will present the rock opera, Jesus Christ Superstar from Dec 5th through 28th (weekends).

MGM Renews BILLY THE KID for Third and Final Season

by Josh Sharpe — October 1, 2024

MGM+ has announced the renewal of Billy the Kid, starring Tom Blyth (The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes) for an eight-episode third, and final, season.

MGM+ Orders Drama Series ROBIN HOOD Based on Classic Tale

by Josh Sharpe — September 24, 2024

Premium linear channel and streaming service MGM+ has announced a new drama series order for Robin Hood, in which the classic tale of the roguish outlaw hero who stole from the rich and gave to the poor gets reimagined into a smart, sweeping, romantic adventure.