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fromBustle
11 hours ago

Lily Allen's 'West End Girl' Tour Could've Been A Broadway Show

Lily Allen's album West End Girl showcases her marriage's dissolution, blending reality and fiction, and has received critical acclaim and nominations.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

Honey Dijon on her proudest career moment: "I get to choose my day as a marginalized trans woman of color" - Queerty

Surviving as a marginalized trans woman of color, Honey Dijon emphasizes authenticity, cultural respect, and financial prudence in her successful music career.
#theater
Writing
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

Broadway review: Ayo Edebiri shows her work in Proof ()

The revival of David Auburn's drama 'Proof' explores themes of mental illness and mathematical genius through the characters of Robert and Catherine.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Proof review Ayo Edebiri struggles but Kara Young soars in Broadway revival

David Auburn's play Proof combines humor and sadness, showcasing a strong structure and character depth, making it a timeless piece for theater.
Writing
fromTime Out New York
4 days ago

Broadway review: Ayo Edebiri shows her work in Proof ()

The revival of David Auburn's drama 'Proof' explores themes of mental illness and mathematical genius through the characters of Robert and Catherine.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Proof review Ayo Edebiri struggles but Kara Young soars in Broadway revival

David Auburn's play Proof combines humor and sadness, showcasing a strong structure and character depth, making it a timeless piece for theater.
Film
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Christine Baranski says West End debut is a 'dream come true'

Christine Baranski will make her West End debut in Noel Coward's Hay Fever, fulfilling a long-held dream and returning to her theatre roots.
SF music
fromVulture
3 days ago

Karaoke With Isa Briones Is Not for the Weak

Isa Briones showcases her karaoke talent and impersonation skills while balancing roles in two contrasting productions.
NYC music
fromPlaybill
4 days ago

Hadestown Live Film, Featuring Original Broadway Leads, Will Premiere at Tribeca Film Festival

Hadestown live film featuring original Broadway leads will premiere at Tribeca Film Festival on June 8, 2026.
fromBustle
5 days ago

Aya Cash Talks 'Giant' On Broadway & Her Theater Rituals

I was just terrified. I was like, 'I don't want to mess this up. It's done so well. Everyone loves it. And now I'm coming in, and I can be the thing that makes the wheels come off.'
New York Giants
Brooklyn
fromComplex
5 days ago

BedStuy Film Festival Returns to Brooklyn's Billie Holiday Theatre

The BedStuy Film Festival returns to Brooklyn from July 17-19, 2026, celebrating independent films and community storytelling at the historic Billie Holiday Theatre.
Music production
fromPitchfork
5 days ago

Watch Monaleo Channel Her Inner Barbie in "Crossroads Freestyle"

Monaleo returns with 'Crossroads Freestyle' after a hiatus due to a medical emergency, showcasing her signature style and quick flow.
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Inside Bunnylovr,' New York City's Katarina Zhu's debut feature | amNewYork

Bunnylovr, which hit theaters April 10, 2026 via Utopia, is the kind of film that stays with you in the same slow, creeping way its protagonist Rebecca drifts through her own life.
Independent films
Mental health
fromwww.cnn.com
5 days ago

Hearing aids can seem like a big step. This NYC Ballet principal dancer doesn't regret taking it

Sara Mearns, a dancer, overcame hearing loss with hearing aids, transforming her life and performance experience.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Such a water-cooler show!' Jane Krakowski on Ally McBeal and life as the world's biggest scene-stealer

Krakowski was almost the photo-negative of Calista Flockhart's title character: brassy, eccentric, unconcerned by others' opinions. Similarly, her character in 30 Rock, Jenna Maroney, acted as the bookend to Tina Fey's Liz Lemon, Krakowski untouched by self-awareness, Fey beset by it.
Women in technology
#broadway
NYC music
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

Tony-Winning Voices: "Sutton Foster & Kelli O'Hara" Live in Concert (SF)

Sutton Foster and Kelli O'Hara perform with the San Francisco Symphony on July 18, 2026, featuring songs and stories from their Tony Award-winning shows.
NYC music
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Last Dance for the Groffies

Fans of Jonathan Groff, known as Groffies, go to great lengths, including spending significant money and traveling, to see his performances.
NYC music
fromFuncheap
6 days ago

Tony-Winning Voices: "Sutton Foster & Kelli O'Hara" Live in Concert (SF)

Sutton Foster and Kelli O'Hara perform with the San Francisco Symphony on July 18, 2026, featuring songs and stories from their Tony Award-winning shows.
NYC music
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Last Dance for the Groffies

Fans of Jonathan Groff, known as Groffies, go to great lengths, including spending significant money and traveling, to see his performances.
Film
fromBustle
6 days ago

The World Yearns For Amanda Seyfried In More Musicals

Amanda Seyfried is actively seeking musical roles and will star in Lin-Manuel Miranda's upcoming film Octet.
#ariana-grande
Music
fromVulture
1 week ago

Maybe Ariana Grande Isn't Done With Pop Music Just Yet

Ariana Grande hints at a new album release despite previous statements about taking a break from music.
Music
fromVulture
1 week ago

Maybe Ariana Grande Isn't Done With Pop Music Just Yet

Ariana Grande hints at a new album release despite previous statements about taking a break from music.
fromVulture
1 week ago

Amanda Batula and West Wilson Are In the City

Amanda tells Kyle, 'We don't have a prenup. If you come for me, I'll come for you.' Kyle responds, 'That would be a losing battle,' to which Amanda retorts, 'Are you threatening me?'
Television
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Big Ocean returns to NYC, amplifying voices beyond the stage and meets NYPD's deaf and CODA community | amNewYork

Big Ocean is raising awareness for the deaf community while connecting with fans during their North American tour.
#zendaya
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago
Film

What Zendaya Leaves Unsaid

Zendaya's films often avoid focusing on race, raising questions about the impact on character development and emotional depth.
fromVulture
2 weeks ago
Film

Critics Aren't Sure Whether to Marry The Drama

Zendaya's performance in the controversial film is widely praised, while critics are divided on the film's originality and execution.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

What Zendaya Leaves Unsaid

Zendaya's films often avoid focusing on race, raising questions about the impact on character development and emotional depth.
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Critics Aren't Sure Whether to Marry The Drama

Zendaya's performance in the controversial film is widely praised, while critics are divided on the film's originality and execution.
London music
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Mariska Hargitay stars in Every Brilliant Thing,' while an animated hit heads to the stage

Mariska Hargitay will make her Broadway debut in Every Brilliant Thing starting May 26, succeeding Daniel Radcliffe.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

NYC Pride grand marshal Peppermint says this year's focus must include trans people's humanity

Peppermint will serve as grand marshal for the 2026 NYC Pride March amid rising anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and cultural backlash.
fromCity & State NY
2 weeks ago

Ruben Diaz Jr. says Latinas from the Bronx are ready to take charge

Bronx politics has changed dramatically over the past 20 years. Since 2006, only Carl Heastie, Jeff Dinowitz, and maybe Jose M. Serrano remain elected. The demographic shift is evident, with areas like Throggs Neck and Morris Park now represented by Latino women, reflecting a growing Latino population, particularly Dominicans.
NYC politics
NYC music
fromQueerty
5 days ago

Madonna's back to the dance floor, a Heated Rivalry musical laces up & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

Madonna's Confessions On A Dance Floor: Part II is set to release on July 3, 2026.
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

How Grace Gummer, Meryl Streep's daughter, is carving out her own niche: Her mother's gift is now also hers'

Grace Gummer, daughter of Meryl Streep, stands out in Hollywood for her talent and discretion despite her privileged background.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

African people are surreal': songwriter and blues poet Aja Monet on Black resistance and love as spiritual warfare

Aja Monet blends surrealism and blues in her art, addressing themes of love, resistance, and societal absurdities influenced by historical fascism.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Where NYC finds its voice: Inside Michael Minelli's Step to the Mike' | amNewYork

Step to the Mike transforms New York City sidewalks into live platforms for discovering raw musical talent.
Skiing
fromBustle
3 weeks ago

Olympic Gymnast Laurie Hernandez Is Now Performing On Broadway

Laurie Hernandez transitions from Olympic gymnast to Broadway performer, embracing new opportunities and challenges in her career.
fromVulture
6 days ago

Lin-Manuel Miranda's Octet Cast Could Not Be More Exciting

The cast for Lin-Manuel Miranda's upcoming film adaptation of Octet features stars like Amanda Seyfried as Jessica and Rachel Zegler as Velma, alongside Sheryl Lee Ralph as Paula.
Film
Arts
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

From public charge' to key figure in the thaw with Cuba under Obama: the story of Julissa Reynoso comes to the theater

Barack Obama announced the opening of relations with Cuba, highlighting Julissa Reynoso's significant role in this diplomatic milestone.
NYC music
fromVulture
1 week ago

Rachel Zegler Won the Oliviers

Rachel Zegler won Best Actress in a Musical at the Olivier Awards for her role in Evita, delivering a powerful performance and acceptance speech.
SF LGBT
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Luis Salgado: It's an honor to be a Hispanic director telling the story of US independence'

Luis Salgado's version of 1776 reinterprets American history, highlighting the contradictions of freedom and the rights of enslaved people.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The Guardian view on new musicals: sex, drugs and song n' dance | Editorial

Trainspotting the Musical adapts Irvine Welsh's novel, showcasing the evolution of stories from books to stage with contemporary themes.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Monica Barbaro: Yesterday I went home thinking I'm a terrible actor and they're finding out'

Monica Barbaro reflects on her transition to theatre acting while preparing for her role in Les Liaisons Dangereuses.
#luna-lauren-velez
Film
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

The Drama Is Too Cowardly to Commit to Its Provocative Premise

The film presents a dark romantic comedy featuring complex characters and a central premise that challenges audience expectations.
#oscars
Television
fromVulture
1 month ago

Ashley Nicole Black Was Proud to Bat Leadoff at the Oscars

Comedian Ashley Nicole Black appeared first on the Oscars telecast in a cold open sketch with host Conan O'Brien, where she played a makeup artist preparing him in drag.
Film
fromThe Independent
1 month ago

Teyana Taylor defends her reaction to losing Oscar to Amy Madigan

Teyana Taylor defended her enthusiastic applause for Amy Madigan's Oscar win, arguing that genuine sportsmanship and gracious losing are virtues many people lack.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

King Princess to Star in Aimee Mann's Girl, Interrupted Musical

A musical adaptation of Girl, Interrupted featuring Aimee Mann's songs will debut later this year, starring King Princess as Lisa.
fromNew York Family
1 month ago

One Play at a Time: Rachel Beider's Canopy - New York Family

The idea for Canopy really began with a very personal experience. I gave birth to my first baby in New York City on March 24, 2020, right in the earliest days of the pandemic when the city was in full 'shelter in place.' Overnight, there were no playgroups, no mom gatherings, no places to go with a baby. The normal ways that parents meet each other and find support totally disappeared.
Brooklyn
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The Guide #236: Is celebrity casting a cynical marketing stunt or does it help to democratise theatre?

Celebrity casting in UK theatre is increasingly common but faces criticism for overshadowing smaller productions and new talent.
NYC music
fromQueerty
3 weeks ago

Constantine Rousouli dishes on taking Titanique to Broadway, Celine Dion's gayest song & his Titanic hot take - Queerty

Titanique, a Celine Dion-themed musical parody of Titanic, is set to open on Broadway after a successful run since its LA debut in 2017.
Arts
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Every Woman Biennial is here to dazzle, disrupt, and dance in the streets of the East Side | amNewYork

The Every Woman Biennial showcases 400 women and non-binary artists across multiple mediums with the theme Spectalia, emphasizing carnivalesque, colorful, and joyful work in a historic gallery space.
NYC music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

No New York by Adele Bertei review a vivid, vibrant musical coming of age

Adele Bertei's memoir captures her journey through New York's vibrant, chaotic music scene of the late 1970s, reflecting on creativity and struggle.
fromTime Out New York
3 weeks ago

A 'Glee' star is joining an Off Broadway dance show and we can't think of a better fit

"It has been a bucket-list dream of mine to perform on a New York stage, and I couldn't think of a better way to do that than becoming a part of the 11 to Midnight family," Morris said in a statement.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

NYC dance studio builds space for women to reclaim their confidence through movement | amNewYork

When I came to America I tried a lot of classes and 90% of them, even if a class was for beginner level, were really difficult. I was thinking, if I were a grown woman who just decided to start, I'm going to get trauma, it's so hard, it's so competitive, and I [said], I need to create something dedicated to women, without this pressure, without this judgmental vibe.
Women
fromBronx Times
3 weeks ago

Teatro Fest NYC returns a spotlight on Latino performers with 24 shows citywide - Bronx Times

Teatro Fest NYC returned for its 11th year earlier this month, celebrating a history of Latinx identity and performance through 24 unique and original shows.
NYC music
fromVulture
2 months ago

Oscar Snubees Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande Won a Grammy for Wicked

Less than two weeks after Wicked: For Good got entirely shut out from the Oscars, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande won a Grammy ... for a song from the first Wicked movie. During the Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony prior to the televised awards show, Erivo and Grande won a Grammy for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance for "Defying Gravity," which is from the first Wicked film.
Music
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago

Broadway producers stand strong for trans actress amid brutal backlash: "Never acceptable" - LGBTQ Nation

"The producers of Six have chosen to temporarily limit access to the Broadway production's X account following a number of comments made in response to recent Broadway casting news, which we felt crossed the line into bullying," reads a statement provided to Playbill.
LGBT
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Amber Ruffin's 'Bigfoot!' musical offers hope to anyone who's been othered

Amber Ruffin's joy is infectious. And she's bringing that joy to her latest production, the original off-Broadway show Bigfoot! The Musical, co-written by Kevin Sciretta. The show's plot involves a corrupt mayor, gullible townspeople and a kindhearted Bigfoot who longs for community. What evolves on stage takes on even more meaning in today's political landscape. Ruffin started writing Bigfoot! in 2014.
US news
US politics
fromNew York Daily News
3 years ago

Lin-Manuel Miranda features in Sen. Chuck Schumer campaign spot

Lin-Manuel Miranda appears in Chuck Schumer's campaign ad endorsing his fifth-term Senate bid and credits Schumer for creating the Save Our Stages pandemic relief.
New York City
fromFOX 7 Austin
2 months ago

Bad Bunny brings Brooklyn icon Tonita to the Super Bowl stage

Toñita's cameo in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show highlighted Puerto Rico–New York cultural ties and honored Toñita's Caribbean Social Club as a community anchor.
Media industry
fromQueerty
2 months ago

A gay rom-com with an all-hunk cast, Bob The Drag Queen's Broadway bow & all the best LGBTQ+ releases this week - Queerty

Entertainment updates include an LGBTQ+ rom-com wrap, a Charli XCX film project, theater and Broadway casting news, celebrity commentary, and queer horror highlights.
NYC music
fromBustle
4 weeks ago

Exclusive: Eli Is Manifesting This Ariana Grande Moment

Eli's debut album and tour mark her transformation into a pop star, showcasing her journey as a transgender woman through music.
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

Teyana Taylor Finds Comfort in the 'Uncomfortable' Conversations About Her Oscar-Nominated Role

Being a part of the conversation is all I ever really wanted. It's all still a win, even the snub talk, I love that the most. Because it's people in here that's like, 'I would love to see Teyana. I hope they keep Teyana in mind when it's time for award season, when it is time for Oscars.'
Independent films
fromVulture
2 months ago

Teyana Taylor Found Out About her Oscar Nomination at SNL

This is the Saturday Night Live sketch Teyana Taylor was working on when she heard about her Academy Award nomination. During her monologue, Taylor said "I found out the way every little girl wants to find out: getting fitted for a bald cap next to Mikey Day." Presumably it was this bald cap, which Taylor wore playing a funky grandpa who needs to throw ass at a wedding when his song comes on.
Music
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Ari Lennox Announces 2026 North American Tour

Ari Lennox will tour over 30 North American cities to support her third album, Vacancy, starting April 12 in Seattle.
NYC music
fromConsequence
1 month ago

First Look at Megan Thee Stallion as Zidler in Moulin Rouge! The Musical

Megan Thee Stallion will make her Broadway debut as Zidler in Moulin Rouge! The Musical, becoming the first female-identifying performer to play this role worldwide.
Television
fromQueerty
2 months ago

WATCH: You've never seen Wanda Sykes like this before! Funny lady breaks the mold with dramatic acting debut - Queerty

Wanda Sykes stars in Undercard as a former boxing champion-turned-trainer confronting addiction, family estrangement, and a second chance with her son.
SF LGBT
fromSan Francisco Bay Times
1 month ago

Leanne Borghesi: Practicing Love Out Loud, Onstage and In Community - San Francisco Bay Times

Leanne Borghesi embodies PMLE philosophy by practicing love as a daily discipline and devotion through 30+ years of artistic activism in San Francisco, using music and presence to bridge joy and justice.
fromForbes
1 month ago

New York Through The Eyes Of "You Got Older" Star Nina White

I am very partial to Cha Pa's Noodle and Grill on 52nd. I love their whole menu, but particularly their pho, and the service is always incredibly fast. You can get in and out between shows with plenty of time to take a nap or wander the streets of Midtown before your evening call time.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

American dream: How one woman came to America chasing music and is now building a space at the table for Asian artists

Wang was on the edge of 17 when she arrived at Nashville International Airport with her entire life packed into three suitcases and a carry-on. She had traveled all the way from Zhejiang, China, chasing a dream that would ultimately shape her future: studying music business at Belmont University. Now 26, Wang is an Artist Development Manager at Sony Music Entertainment.
Music
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 month ago

'In the Heights' returns to NYC for a limited run this fall

In the Heights returns to New York City Center for a two-week concert staging from October 28 through November 8, 2026, directed by David Mendizábal.
fromKqed
2 months ago

Bad Bunny's Sign Language Interpreter Is Ready to Make Super Bowl History

Last summer, she was one of the interpreters at his 30-date concert residency in Puerto Rico, No Me Quiero Ir de Aquí (I Don't Want to Leave Here), which injected hundreds of millions of dollars into Puerto Rico's economy. With lyrics that capture the grief and alienation of Puerto Ricans forced to leave home in search of opportunities, Bad Bunny's 2025 album Debí Tirar Más Fotos became a global phenomenon that continues to resonate across cultures.
Music
Music
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Denyce Graves sings her swan song on Met stage

Denyce Graves retires at 61 after an international opera career, concluding with a final Metropolitan Opera performance as Maria in Porgy and Bess.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

Berkeley High's Kehlani Parrish performs in AGT finals

I hope everybody's inspired to join together as a community of artists and speak out against what's going on, and I'mma leave this and say Fuck ICE,
Music
Film
fromTODAY.com
1 month ago

9-Year-Old Sees First Broadway Show. 3 Months Later, He's Starring In It

A 9-year-old boy from Houston became a Broadway performer after a viral TikTok video of him singing led to multiple acting opportunities, including touring with MJ the Musical.
NYC music
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Megan Thee Stallion to Star in Moulin Rouge! on Broadway

Megan Thee Stallion joins Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway for eight weeks starting in March, playing the role of Zidler, with her music incorporated into the show's jukebox score.
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