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....
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...
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...
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...
The 2025 Tony Awards are set to be a spectacle. They will take place on Sunday at 8 p. m. Eastern time. The event will be held at the iconic Radio City Music Hall. It will be broadcast on CBS. This night is crucial for Broadway. It introduces the latest plays and musicals to millions of viewers. Some of these viewers might become theater enthusiasts. They could even...
George Clooney's Broadway play, "Good Night, and Good Luck, " has become a massive hit. It's not your typical Broadway show with flashy musical numbers or special effects. Instead, it's a serious look at the history of TV news, focusing on the legendary journalist Edward R. Murrow. The play has been a surprise success, breaking records and filling the Winter Garden T...
The 2025 Tony Awards are shaping up to be a memorable event, showcasing a strong Broadway season with intense competition across categories. This year, the host is Cynthia Erivo, a triple threat with Tony, Emmy, and Grammy wins under her belt. She will be taking the stage for the first time as the host. The ceremony will unfold from 8 p. m. to 11 p. m. ET on Sunday, ...
A well-known Broadway performer has faced a lot of criticism for comments made about two of her fellow actors. This performer has since apologized for her actions. The apology came after a public outcry and an open letter signed by over 600 members of the Broadway community. The letter called for the performer to be disinvited from the upcoming Tony Awards due to ...
Hugh Jackman, the famous actor, surprised many when he and his wife Deborra-Lee Furness decided to go their separate ways in 2023. The couple had been together for a long time, so this news was shocking to fans. They chose to part ways to focus on their personal growth, but they made it clear that their family would always be their top priority. Soon after, whispers...
A severe weather outbreak hit the Midwest, with tornadoes touching down in Wisconsin and Minnesota. The storms left a trail of destruction, including injuries and power outages affecting hundreds of thousands. The National Weather Service issued warnings about potential hazards, including damaging winds, large hail, and torrential rainfall. The threat of severe th...