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Josh Sharpe

Josh Sharpe is the Entertainment Editor for BroadwayWorld. For as long as he can remember, he has been in love with movies and the people who make them. This passion for great storytelling has been the driving force of his career journey.

An entertainment journalist since 2018, he has extensively covered the film and television industry, with bylines in Paste Magazine, TheaterMania, Collider, and The DisInsider. Across these platforms, he has produced numerous interviews, reviews, and news pieces, with a particular emphasis on The Walt Disney Company. During this time, he has had the privilege of interviewing such creatives as Hayley Mills, Jodi Benson, and Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman.

A graduate of Western Washington University, he studied Theatre and has since dabbled in directing. He has also appeared onstage in musicals like Into the Woods as The Baker and The Fantasticks as Matt.

He is grateful for the opportunity to write about the things he loves at BroadwayWorld!




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First Show:

Secondhand Lions: A New Musical at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle. This was a Broadway bound original musical (that, sadly, never went to Broadway) starring Gregg Edelman, Mark Jacoby, and Jason Danieley. Not bad for a first!

Favorite Show:

Sunday in the Park with George



Wynonna Judd Releases Dates for Second Leg of 'Back to WY Tour'
Wynonna Judd Releases Dates for Second Leg of 'Back to WY Tour'
May 13, 2024

Country music icon, Wynonna Judd, is thrilled to reveal the expansion of her highly anticipated Back to Wy Tour with over a dozen additional dates scheduled for this September, in response to fan enthusiasm and demand. The tour features Wynonna performing the timeless melodies from her acclaimed debut solo albums, Wynonna (1992) and Tell Me Why (1993).

Shout! Studios Acquires Home Entertainment and Digital Distribution Rights for PEE-WEE'S PLAYHOUSE
Shout! Studios Acquires Home Entertainment and Digital Distribution Rights for PEE-WEE'S PLAYHOUSE
May 13, 2024

Shout! Studios announced they have once again acquired worldwide home entertainment, broadcast, and digital distribution rights for Paul Reubens’ groundbreaking TV series PEE-WEE’S PLAYHOUSE. Shout! Studios now has extensive distribution rights to all 45 episodes of PEE-WEE’S PLAYHOUSE as well as PEE-WEE’S PLAYHOUSE CHRISTMAS SPECIAL.

New Ellen DeGeneres Comedy Special Coming From Netflix
New Ellen DeGeneres Comedy Special Coming From Netflix
May 13, 2024

Comedian, talk show host, actor and Emmy-Award winner Ellen DeGeneres is back with a brand new comedy special launching on Netflix later this year. This marks Ellen’s second stand-up with Netflix, after 2018’s Relatable.

Video: Watch Preview of New WICKED Trailer With Jon M. Chu, Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo
Video: Watch Preview of New WICKED Trailer With Jon M. Chu, Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo
May 13, 2024

Watch a preview of new footage and a behind-the-scenes look at the film has been revealed. The video opens with director Jon M. Chu discussing his dream project: 'Whenever anyone asks me, 'What's the one movie you want to do?' If there was one, I'd always say that it'd be Wicked.' Watch the preview now!

Michael Bublé and Snoop Dogg Join THE VOICE as Coaches
Michael Bublé and Snoop Dogg Join THE VOICE as Coaches
May 13, 2024

According to a panel at NBCUniversal's upfront presentation, Snoop Dogg and Michael Bublé will be joining The Voice for Season 26. Both musicians have appeared on the music competition series in the past, Snoop Dogg as a mega mentor in Season 20 and Bublé as an advisor to Team Blake in Season 3.

Video: Watch Date Announcement for Season 3 of HEARTSTOPPER
Video: Watch Date Announcement for Season 3 of HEARTSTOPPER
May 13, 2024

Netflix has announced the release date for Season 3 of Heartstopper, along with a short clip from the upcoming season. Season 3 will arive on Netflix on October 3, 2024. The video is accompanied by an exclusive snippet of the track Birds of a Feather from the upcoming album Hit Me Hard and Soft by Billie Eilish. Joe Locke, who recently made his Broadway debut as Tobias in Sweeney Todd, stars in the series as Charlie Spring. 

Jay Allen Releases New Anthem 'Better Now' in Time for Mental Health Awareness Month
Jay Allen Releases New Anthem 'Better Now' in Time for Mental Health Awareness Month
May 13, 2024

Rising country artist Jay Allen releases his highly anticipated new single, 'Better Now.” Following the success of his previous singles, “New Girl” and 'No Present Like The Time,' the release of “Better Now” drops just in time for Mental Health Awareness Month throughout May. Listen to the new song! 

New Trailer for the WICKED Movie to Debut Later This Week
New Trailer for the WICKED Movie to Debut Later This Week
May 13, 2024

New reports suggest that an extended first look at the Wicked film, totaling between three and four minutes, will premiere online later this week. The new footage was first shown to ad buyers at Radio City Music Hall on Monday during NBCUniversal's upfront presentation. The footage in question showcased new visual effects as well as the dynamic between Ariana Grande's Glinda and Cynthia Erivo's Elphaba. It reportedly received a 'warm response' from the audience.

Video: Jason Schmidt, Brent Comer, & Brody Grant Perform 'Throwing in the Towel' from THE OUTSIDERS
Video: Jason Schmidt, Brent Comer, & Brody Grant Perform 'Throwing in the Towel' from THE OUTSIDERS
May 13, 2024

As part of TODAY's annual 'Best of Broadway Week,' Jason Schmidt, Brent Comer, and Tony nominee Brody Grant stopped by the show on Monday morning to perform the number Throwing in the Towel from the show. Watch the performance here!

Old Crow Medicine Show Welcomes Back Critter Fuqua and Announces New Tour Dates
Old Crow Medicine Show Welcomes Back Critter Fuqua and Announces New Tour Dates
May 13, 2024

Old Crow Medicine Show has announced the return of founding member Christopher “Critter” Fuqua to the two-time GRAMMY Award-winning band. Following a four-year hiatus, Fuqua will be re-joining the group on their current Jubilee Tour in support of their GRAMMY-nominated album and 25th anniversary, with new dates just announced, including two performances at the Grand Ole Opry on May 17 and 18.

Video: Watch New Trailer for Season 2 of Apple TV's FROG AND TOAD
Video: Watch New Trailer for Season 2 of Apple TV's FROG AND TOAD
May 13, 2024

Apple TV+ has released the trailer for season two of the adored animated kids and family series “Frog and Toad,” based on the beloved Caldecott and Newbery Honor-winning four-book series by Arnold Lobel, premiering on Friday, May 31. Watch the trailer!

TODAY's 'Best of Broadway' Week to Feature Performances From SUFFS, HELL'S KITCHEN, THE NOTEBOOK & More
TODAY's 'Best of Broadway' Week to Feature Performances From SUFFS, HELL'S KITCHEN, THE NOTEBOOK & More
May 13, 2024

The TODAY Show has announced the lineup for their annual 'Best of Broadway' week, showcasing new shows opening on Broadway this season. Tune in each day this week for a special performance from one of these new musicals. See the schedule here!

Video: Watch the Cast of THE OUTSIDERS Perform 'Grease Got a Hold' on TODAY
Video: Watch the Cast of THE OUTSIDERS Perform 'Grease Got a Hold' on TODAY
May 13, 2024

As part of Today's annual 'Best of Broadway Week,' producer Angelina Jolie and the cast of The Outsiders stopped by the show on Monday morning to discuss the newly Tony-nominated musical and perform the song Grease Got a Hold from the show. Watch the interview and performance here!

Jimmy Eat World to Embark on UK & EU Headline Tour in November 2024
Jimmy Eat World to Embark on UK & EU Headline Tour in November 2024
May 13, 2024

Arizona rock icons Jimmy Eat World have announced their return to the UK and Europe with seven headline shows taking place in November 2024. The dates will begin at Berlin’s Columbiahalle on 7th November before arriving in the UK on 13th November at Glasgow’s O2 Academy, at Manchester's Victoria Warehouse on 14th November, and closing at London’s Alexandra Palace on 15th November - a huge moment for Jimmy Eat World marking their biggest London headline show to date.

New Disney Live Show, 'Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play,' To Kick Off This Fall
New Disney Live Show, 'Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let's Play,' To Kick Off This Fall
May 13, 2024

“Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play” presented by Walmart marks the latest version of the Disney Jr. live tour, which will visit over 60 U.S. cities this fall. New to the tour this year is the addition of Ariel from the highly anticipated new series “Disney Jr.’s Ariel,” who will make her debut alongside Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and characters from other fan-favorite Disney Jr. series, including “Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends” and “SuperKitties.” The tour will also feature the iconic Clubhouse from “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse.

Childish Gambino Returns to Australia & New Zealand With The New World Tour
Childish Gambino Returns to Australia & New Zealand With The New World Tour
May 13, 2024

Childish Gambino is set to take the global stage once again with The New World Tour. The long-awaited Australia and New Zealand leg kicks off on 28 January 2025 at Auckland’s Spark Arena, before continuing through Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth in February 2025. See dates ticketing information here!

DOWNTON ABBEY 3 Officially in the Works with Paul Giamatti, Dominic West, & More
DOWNTON ABBEY 3 Officially in the Works with Paul Giamatti, Dominic West, & More
May 13, 2024

Following Imelda Staunton's recent statements about a third Downton Abbey film, it has been confirmed that another installment in the franchise is indeed happening. Simon Curtis is returning to direct after helming 2022’s Downton Abbey: A New Era, and much of the original cast is returning, along with some new additions.

Zolita Debuts New Song 'Grown Up' Ahead of Forthcoming Album
Zolita Debuts New Song 'Grown Up' Ahead of Forthcoming Album
May 10, 2024

Emerging Queer pop star Zolita debuts a brand new gut wrenching track “Grown Up,” appearing on her forthcoming album Queen of Hearts due May 31 via AWAL. A blistering indictment of a past relationship, Zolita sings “I don’t get how you were having fun, I was way too young,” the music gathering fury with each repetition of the lyric. Listen to the new song!

Tim Meadows & More Round Out Cast of Upcoming Musical Film From Pharrell Williams and Michel Gondry
Tim Meadows & More Round Out Cast of Upcoming Musical Film From Pharrell Williams and Michel Gondry
May 10, 2024

According to reports, Tim Meadows, Jaboukie Young-White, Jamilah Rosemond and Jayson Lee are rounding out the cast for the upcoming musical film from Pharrell Williams and Michel Gondry. They join the previously announced Janelle Monáe, Missy Elliott, Brian Tyree Henry, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Halle Bailey, and recent Oscar-winner Da’Vine Joy Randolph.

GOOD MORNING AMERICA to Celebrate 30 Years of Disney on Broadway
GOOD MORNING AMERICA to Celebrate 30 Years of Disney on Broadway
May 10, 2024

Tune into Good Morning America next week to take part in a celebration of 30 years of Disney on Broadway. On Thursday, May 16, the ABC morning show will celebrate the milestone of Disney's long history of shows on Broadway, beginning in 1994 with Beauty and the Beast. Since that time, several Disney shows have played the Great White Way including The Lion King, Mary Poppins, and now Aladdin. The program will air 7:00-9:00 a.m. EDT on ABC.



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