George Clooney and Patti LuPone have a lot in common. They both have a passion for their craft. They both have a strong sense of social responsibility. And they both have a knack for making people laugh. But they also have a lot to say about the state of the world and the role of art in it. For Cloo
Scott Rudin, a big name in Broadway, is making a comeback after a four-year break. This break came after serious claims of mistreating his employees. He is now planning several new shows. This includes a play called "Little Bear Ridge Road" by Samuel D. Hunter. It is set to open this fall. The p
A modern take on a classic tale has left Broadway audiences spellbound. The latest "Othello" production, featuring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, has set a new standard for success. This isn't just any "Othello. " It's the highest-grossing play in Broadway history, raking in $2. 8 million fr
Imagine a night where the world of Broadway's bright lights and dark shadows collide. This is the setting for Blue Moon, a film that takes us back to March 31, 1943, the opening night of the legendary musical Oklahoma! . The story doesn't revolve around the show's creators, but rather Lorenz Hart, a
Liza Minnelli, a legend in her own right, is set to star in her own documentary. This news likely will make people everywhere smile . Liza Minnelli is known for her endless energy. She once said, “I haven’t stopped working since kindergarten. I just keep moving forward. ” This mindset has
Broadway productions have long loved portraying mothers in extreme or villainous roles, from tragic figures like Medea and Macbeth's wife to less sympathetic ones like Rose, the overbearing stage mom from "Gypsy. " Recent revivals and new plays, however, are giving these characters more depth. Inste
Imagine this: a star as big as Broadway's Audra McDonald takes on the role of Rose in "Gypsy. " Big deal, right? Sure, it's a massive announcement. But last year, when I heard Audra, who is Black, would play Rose, a stage mom from the 1920s, I had my doubts. I wondered if she'd play the role as a wh
As the New Year approaches, it's time to look ahead and hope for a fresh start in the entertainment world. The industry has been on a rollercoaster, and not always in a good way. Let's start with the big screen. Superhero movies have started to lose their shine. Some big names like "Madame Web" and
In 2008, comedian John Mulaney started his career at "Saturday Night Live" (SNL). He was teamed up with Simon Rich, a talented Harvard grad who had already made a name for himself with two short fiction collections. Their first sketch, “Cash for Silver, ” parodying cash-for-gold commercials, didn’t
Ever heard of Schachter Entertainment? They just promoted Rachel Saltzman to partner. Rachel's been with them for 12 years, helping actors in TV, film, and theater. She's now based in NYC. The company has top clients, like Tony winners and nominees. Imagine having people who've won 18 Tony Awards on
