Vanessa Hudgens News

The Who's Tommy is now playing at Kennedy Center!

Paramount Players is developing a Grease prequel, titled Summer Loving, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

On this day in 2015, Vanessa Hudgens made her Broadway debut in the title role of Gigi!

Be up close and personal with the indomitable Broadway icon Chita Rivera as she recreates signature moments from her legendary career in CHITA & FRIENDS, coming to the Carlsen Center, Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, KS at 8 p.m., Saturday, April 6. Tickets on sale now, http://www.jccc.edu/carlsen-center-presents/events/2018-2019/chita-friends.html or (913) 469-4445.

Representation? Nostalgia? Killer vocals? Wildcats? Feinstein's/54 Below had it all in '54 Sings the High School Musical Trilogy.

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According to Deadline, Corey Cott has joined the cast of FOX'S new series FILTHY RICH. Also announced to be joining the cast are Aubrey Dollar, Benjamin Aguilar and Mark L. Young. The drama-pilot comes from and will be directed by Tate Taylor, known for writing THE HELP. 

The Los Angeles Philharmonic announces its 98th summer season at the Hollywood Bowl. The Hollywood Bowl summer season features world-class artists ranging from classical and pops to jazz, rock, and world music including the world premiere of two new LA Phil-commissioned works plus a fully-staged Broadway musical.

When it comes to RENT being on broadcast television, it was always going to be a dicey experience. Diehard fans were sure to be disappointed by lines altered to be in compliance with the FCC. Then, casting a handful of pop performers over trained actors was sure to lead to questionable character choices throughout the evening. Sony Masterworks Broadway's RENT (Original Soundtrack of the Fox Live Television Event) drives these points home with all the subtly of a sledgehammer bludgeoning a nail.

RENT on FOX officially aired last night, January 27. Due to an injury suffered by the production's Roger, Brennin Hunt, portions of the show were pre-recorded, but the show must go on! We've got 55 GIFS of the most shareable moments from our live tweet available for download below! Check out the exclusive GIFS!

RENT on FOX officially aired last night, January 27. Due to an injury suffered by the production's Roger, Brennin Hunt, portions of the show were pre-recorded, but the show must go on! Let's see what the critics are saying...

RENT on FOX officially aired last night, January 27. Due to an injury suffered by the production's Roger, Brennin Hunt, portions of the show were pre-recorded, but the show must go on! The cast performed a live concert version of the production for its audience last night, which did not air on FOX. However, the show's Twitter account posted some highlights. Watch below!

RENT on FOX officially aired last night, January 27. Due to an injury suffered by the production's Roger, Brennin Hunt, portions of the show were pre-recorded, but the show must go on! Now, you can stream the full broadcast on FOX's website here!

No te pierdas algunos de los mejores momentos de la version para TV de RENT que se emitio anoche en FOX USA.

All eyes are on Fox as the world gears up for the premiere of Rent, the network's latest live musical broadcast, tonight. According to BroadcastingCable.com, the network is considering an original jukebox musical for its next endeavor.

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Get a look inside last night's final dress rehearsal, where the cast met up with some members of the original Broadway company, and more! Check out the photos below!

RENT airs tonight at 8pm on FOX. The star-studded cast includes actress Kiersey Clemons (Joanne Jefferson), Emmy nominee and Tony Award winner Brandon Victor Dixon (Tom Collins), singer/songwriter Jordan Fisher (Mark Cohen), actress and singer Vanessa Hudgens(Maureen Johnson), newcomer and singer/songwriter Brennin Hunt (Roger Davis), R&B/Pop superstar Mario (Benjamin Coffin III), recording artist Tinashe (Mimi Marquez) and performer Valentina (Angel Dumont Schunard).

BroadwayWorld has learned that Brennin Hunt, who will play the role of Roger in RENT, live on FOX, suffered an injury last night during rehearsal. A statement was released by FOX, stating that the show must go on.

Fox has confirmed that the original Broadway company of RENT will make an appearance during tonight's live broadcast!