THEATER

Dec 17 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Readers' Picks: Top Entertainment of 2024

What did people really enjoy this year? We asked over a thousand readers about their favorite movies, TV shows, music, and theater. The films that came up the most were "Conclave, " "Challengers, " "Wicked, " and "Anora. " For TV, "The Bear" was a clear favorite, with others like "Slow Horses, " "Sh

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Dec 16 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Fathom's Big Shift into 2024 with Record-Breaking Success

Fathom, a beloved movie distributor for two decades, is set to shatter records in 2024. With a whopping $145 million in gross revenue, they've outdone last year's $100 million by a impressive 45%. To match their growth, they're rolling out a new name: Fathom Entertainment. This change reflects their

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Nov 29 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Moana 2's Cinema Splash: Hope for Theaters

This Thanksgiving, "Moana 2" is creating quite a stir, earning a whopping $28 million in just one day. Experts predict it could rake in over $175 million over the five-day holiday, surpassing the records set by "Frozen II" and "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire. " Other blockbusters like "Wicked" and

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Nov 29 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Should You Sing Along at the 'Wicked' Movie?

Ever wondered if it's OK to belt out your favorite tunes from "Wicked" while watching the movie in theaters? Well, Cynthia Erivo, who plays Elphaba, has something to say about that. In a recent interview, she gave the green light to fans who feel like joining in during the film. "It's great, " she s

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Nov 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Sara Porkalob Takes On Film and TV with Impression Entertainment

Sara Porkalob, known for her creative matrilineal musical trilogy The Dragon Cycle, has signed with Impression Entertainment to explore opportunities in film and television. Her acclaimed musicals, like Dragon Lady and Dragon Mama, have earned multiple awards, including Gregory and Elliot Norton Awa

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Nov 26 2024ENTERTAINMENT

The Rock Speaks Up: Should You Sing in Musical Movies?

Imagine you're in a packed theater, enjoying the latest musical film. Suddenly, someone next to you starts belting out a tune. What do you do? Many movie-goers have been discussing this very issue following the recently released musical, Wicked. Now, actor Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has weighed in wi

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Nov 19 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Actor Paul Teal, Known for 'One Tree Hill, ' Passes Away at 35

Paul Teal, a familiar face on both the small and big screens, and a talented stage actor, has sadly left us at the age of 35. The news came out on Friday, with sources confirming that Teal passed away in Raleigh, North Carolina. His partner, Emilia Torello, shared that the cause of his untimely deat

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Nov 12 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Talented Actress Eva Feiler Joins Impression Entertainment

Eva Feiler, known for her roles in "We Were the Lucky Ones" and "The Crown, " has recently signed with Impression Entertainment for management. The British actress continues her representation with Curtis Brown Group in the UK. Feiler's latest project, the Hulu series "We Were the Lucky Ones, " tel

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Nov 03 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Todd Phillips: Ditch Pre-Movie Ads for Better Theater Experience

Todd Phillips, the director of "Joker: Folie à Deux, " has a simple idea to enhance the movie theater experience: cut out the commercials before the films start. He shared this thought in an interview with Empire magazine, where filmmakers discussed the future of movies and entertainment. Phillips b

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Oct 31 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Minnesota's Orpheum Theatre Wins Big at National Awards

The Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis has just snagged a major award. It was named Theater of the Year by the International Entertainment Buyers Association (IEBA) at their recent ceremony in Nashville. This historic theater is one of many managed by Hennepin Arts. The group's President and CEO, Todd D

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