BROADWAY

Nov 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Wicked Magic: A Musical Tale That Broke Records

The movie "Wicked: For Good" has made a big splash at the box office. It pulled in $150 million in North America alone during its first weekend. This beat the previous record set by another musical adaptation, "Wicked, " which made $112. 5 million in its debut. Globally, "Wicked: For Good" raked in $226 million, making it the biggest opening ever for a stage musical ...

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Nov 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Wicked Witches Cast a Spell on Box Office

The witches from the land of Oz are making waves at the movies. Wicked: For Good is on track to pull in a whopping $151 million in North America and $228 million worldwide. This is a huge deal because it's the biggest opening ever for a Broadway musical adaptation. The movie has already made $68. 7 million in its first few days, with $30. 8 million coming from early ...

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Nov 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Wicked 2: A Musical Showdown at the Box Office

The movie world is buzzing with excitement as "Wicked: For Good" prepares to hit screens. This highly anticipated follow-up to last year's hit is expected to rake in a whopping $150 million to $180 million in its first weekend. That's a massive leap from the usual box office slump seen in recent months. But why the big hype? Well, "Wicked" is already a well-known st...

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Oct 30 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Taraji P. Henson Teams Up With Fox for New Projects

Taraji P. Henson has made a big move by signing a deal with Fox Entertainment Studios. This isn't just any deal—it's a first-look agreement for her company, TPH Entertainment. What does this mean? It means Fox gets the first shot at any new shows or series that Henson and her team create. This could be anything from dramas to reality TV. Henson is no stranger to the...

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Oct 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Colman Domingo Steps Into the Lion's Paws for Wicked Sequel

The world of Oz is getting a new roar, and it's coming from Colman Domingo. He's been picked to play the Cowardly Lion in the upcoming movie Wicked: For Good. The news dropped on Monday, ending all the guesswork that had been buzzing online. The big reveal came from the film's official Instagram page. They shared a fun video of Domingo surrounded by lion plush toys....

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Oct 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Broadway Actors Secure Deal, Musicians Still Negotiating

Broadway actors have managed to avoid a strike that could have disrupted 32 shows during the busy season. The Actors' Equity union, which has over 51, 000 members, announced a tentative three-year deal with The Broadway League. This agreement covers theater owners, producers, and operators. However, the musicians are still in talks. The American Federation of Musici...

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Jul 07 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Laurie Metcalf and Micah Stock Bring Chicago Hit to Broadway

A new play is coming to Broadway this fall. It's called "Little Bear Ridge Road. " The story is about a sharp-tongued aunt and her long-lost nephew. They meet again in a small Idaho town. The two have a lot of history to sort out. The play is funny and emotional. It's about two people trying to connect despite their fears. The play first opened in Chicago last year....

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Jun 22 2025CELEBRITIES

The Actor Who Played a Key Role in Spider-Man Passes Away

Jack Betts, a seasoned actor known for his role in the 2002 film Spider-Man and numerous Western movies, has passed away at the age of 96. He died peacefully in his sleep at his home in Los Osos, California, on a recent Thursday. Betts was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, on April 11, 1929, and grew up in Miami. He pursued a career in acting, studying theater at...

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Jun 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Night Broadway Shines Brightest

The Tony Awards, a grand celebration of Broadway's finest, rolled around again, honoring the cream of the crop from the latest theater season. This year, three musicals stood out with 11 nominations each, showcasing a mix of unique stories and star power. Buena Vista Social Club took audiences on a journey through Havana, Cuba, spanning four decades. Death Becomes He...

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Jun 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Big Night for Broadway

The Tony Awards are coming up this Sunday evening. If you are just getting into theater or this is your first time tuning in, there is a lot to learn. The Tony Awards are a yearly celebration of the best plays and musicals performed on Broadway. Broadway is not just a street. It is a collection of 41 theaters in and around the famous Times Square. Each of these t...

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