KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES Soundtrack Available Now
by Josh Sharpe
- May 10, 2024
Hollywood Records has released the KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES Original Motion Picture Soundtrack. Scored by acclaimed composer John Paesano, the album captures the sound and fury of the all-new action-adventure spectacle of the summer, open now exclusively in theaters worldwide. Fans will be thrilled to hear Paesano’s stunning score, which includes an homage to legendary composer Jerry Goldsmith’s “The Hunt” from the original 1968 film, “Planet of the Apes.” Listen to the soundtrack now!
Video: Whoopi Goldberg Recalls Offering Pope Francis an Appearance in SISTER ACT 3
by Josh Sharpe
- May 09, 2024
On Wednesday, EGOT winner and host of The View Whoopi Goldberg stopped by The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to discuss her new memoir, Bits and Pieces. During the interview, she highlighted her affinity for the current head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, and recalled her interaction with him. Watch the interview here!
Video: Watch New Trailer for Disaster Movie TWISTERS
by Josh Sharpe
- May 08, 2024
This summer, the epic studio disaster movie returns with an adrenaline-pumping, seat-gripping, big-screen thrill ride that puts you in direct contact with one of nature’s most wondrous—and destructive—forces. From the producers of the Jurassic, Bourne and Indiana Jones series comes Twisters, a current-day chapter of the 1996 blockbuster, Twister. Watch the new trailer!
Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at KC Music Hall
by Alan Portner
- May 08, 2024
Michael is Roman Banks with a spot-on almost miraculous personification of the Ing of Pop. The dancing, the voice, the persona. They are all there. Banks offers a remarkable performance.
Westport Country Playhouse Will Host a Script in Hand Playreading of MRS. CHRISTIE
by Stephi Wild
- May 08, 2024
Westport Country Playhouse will present a Script in Hand playreading of the comedic mystery, “Mrs. Christie,” a fictional account of the unsolved 1926 disappearance of Agatha Christie, one of the most-read mystery writers, written by Heidi Armbruster and directed by Mark Shanahan, on Monday, May 13, at 7 p.m.
BEETLEJUICE Comes to the Bushnell This Month
by Stephi Wild
- May 08, 2024
Tickets are on sale now for the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy heading to Hartford's Bushnell this month.
Photos: Nathan Lane Receives the Stephen Sondheim Award from Signature Theatre
by A.A. Cristi
- May 07, 2024
On April 29, 2024, Virginia’s Signature Theatre honored star of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Some of Nathan's fondest friends and colleagues turned out for the event, including former co-stars Faith Prince and Krysta Rodriguez, along with Tony-winning director and choreographer Susan Stroman and more! See photos from inside the event here!
Video: Go Inside Rehearsals For BEACHES At Theatre Calgary
by Joshua Wright
- May 07, 2024
Get a first look at rehearsals for Theatre Calgary's upcoming International Premiere of Beaches the Musical. The production will begin previews on May 18th, 2024, celebrate opening night on May 24th, and will run through June 16th in the Arts Commons Max Bell Theatre in Calgary. Tickets for Beaches the Musical are now on sale.
Video: Watch Trailer for Cyndi Lauper Documentary LET THE CANARY SING
by Josh Sharpe
- May 07, 2024
Paramount+ has announced that LET THE CANARY SING, the feature-length documentary exploring the remarkable life and career of Cyndi Lauper, will premiere exclusively on the service in the U.S. and Canada on Tuesday, June 4. Lauper is a prolific musician, with a career spanning over 40 years. In addition to her many studio albums, Lauper won a Tony Award for her score for Kinky Boots! and was nominated for her work on Spongebob Squarepants. Watch the trailer!
Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup – May 6 to May 12, 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan
- May 06, 2024
Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Melissa Errico's new Sondheim album release party.
LEMPICKA Announces Broadway Closing Date
by Joshua Wright
- May 02, 2024
BrodwayWorld has learned that Lempicka will close on Broadway May 19th. The production has struggled to find an audience and has had grosses well below those needed to sustain a Broadway musical of its size.
Mel Brooks and Quinta Brunson to Receive Special Peabody Awards
by Josh Sharpe
- May 02, 2024
The Peabody Awards Board of Jurors has announced that Mel Brooks, legendary comedian and writer of The Producers, will be receiving a special honor at the 84th annual Peabody Awards. Additionally, Quinta Brunson, the award-winning writer, producer, actor, and comedian, has been honored with the Peabody Trailblazer Award. On June 9 in Los Angeles, they will both receive the awards at the annual ceremony which honors excellence in television, podcast/radio, and immersive and interactive media.