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New KNIVES OUT Film Officially Titled GLASS ONION: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY
by Michael Major - Jun 13, 2022


In the follow up to Rian Johnson's KNIVES OUT, Detective Benoit Blanc travels to Greece to peel back the layers of a mystery involving a new cast of colorful suspects. The film stars Daniel Craig, Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Jessica Henwick, Madelyn Cline with Kate Hudson and Dave Bautista.

The Balcony Bar at the Kimmel Center Returns With Stunning Views, Summer Sips, DJs and More
by Stephi Wild - Jun 9, 2022


The Kimmel Cultural Campus, Chef Jose Garces and Garces Events are pleased to announce the return of Balcony Bar at The Kimmel.

Tayla Parx Returns With New Song 'Rich'
by Michael Major - Apr 29, 2022


“Rich,” the new song from Grammy-nominated songwriter, singer, actress and businesswoman Tayla Parx, debuts today on her own TaylaMade Records. “Rich” marks a creative rebirth for Parx, starting anew as she releases new music independently. Parx was seen as Lil' Inez in the 2007 movie musical adaption of Hairspray.

Helen Mirren, Hugh Jackman & More to Guest Star on HUMAN RESOURCES
by Michael Major - Mar 1, 2022


The new guests include Helen Mirren as renowned Shame Wizard Rita St. Swithens, Hugh Jackman as Dante the seductive Addiction Angel, Lupita Nyong’o as Asha the Shame Wizard, Chris O'Dowd as Flanny the Lovebug, and Harvey Guillen as Jose the Spider Receptionist. New humans include Janelle Monáe, Ali Wong, and more. Plus, watch the new trailer!

VIDEO: Poetica Releases Music Video For 'Sleep When I'm Tired'
by Michael Major - Jan 18, 2022


Poetica has just released an official video for 'Sleep When I'm Tired', the latest track from their self-titled album. A musical spoken-word concept album, the collection consists of 18 tracks. Filmed in the Hudson Valley of New York, the video was filmed by Michael Flanagan, art directed by Rachael Sage and directed by award-winning Nick Clark.

NY Public Radio Appoints Kristina Newman-Scott as Executive Director of The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 14, 2022


New York Public Radio (NYPR), home of WNYC, WQXR, Gothamist, WNYC Studios, The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space, and New Jersey Public Radio, announced today that Kristina Newman-Scott has been appointed the newly created position of Executive Director of The Jerome L. Greene Performance Space.

Broadway Streaming Guide: January 2022 - Where to Watch THE GILDED AGE & More New Releases!
by Michael Major - Jan 8, 2022


Although it may be a new year, several classics are returning to streaming services, giving Broadway fans the perfect throwback binge list, along with HBO's star-studded The Gilded Age series and new additions to Seth Rudetsky's online concert series. Check out what you should stream this January!

10 Movies We Want to See As Broadway Shows!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2021


From Coming to America to Crazy Rich Asians, see our picks for the films we would most like to see get the movies to Broadway treatment!

Schele Williams to Direct HIDDEN FIGURES Musical Adaptation
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 8, 2021


Schele Williams revealed this morning on GMA that she is set to direct the upcoming musical adaptation of Hidden Figures! Get the scoop on the new show based on the hit film.

Janelle Monáe and the African American Policy Forum Release 'Say Her Name'
by Michael Major - Sep 24, 2021


The 17-minute single features Kimberlé Crenshaw, Janelle Monáe, Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, Chlöe x Halle, Tierra Whack, Isis V., Zoë Kravitz, Brittany Howard, Asiahn, Mj Rodriguez, Jovian Zayne, Angela Rye, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Brittany Packnett Cunningham and Alicia Garza.

Broadway Producer Corey Brunish Increases 'The Brunish Broadway Musical Theatre Scholarship' To $3,000
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2021


Broadway Producer Corey Brunish is helping to pave the way for young musical theatre talent heading to college programs. Corey Brunish established 'The Brunish Broadway Musical Theatre Scholarship' in June as a $1,000 award.

Poetica Announce Debut Self-Titled Full-Length Album
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 12, 2021


Cinematic and stylistically expansive, Poetica is a creatively ambitious musical spoken word project distilling a poetic spirit through text, voice and music in the spirit of Leonard Cohen, Patti Smith and Laurie Anderson.

Hollywood Bowl Named Amphitheater Of The Decade At 32nd Annual Pollstar Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 17, 2021


The Hollywood Bowl, one of the leading outdoor music venues in the world and the summer home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, was honored as the winner of Amphitheater of the Decade last night at the 32nd Annual Pollstar Awards at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, CA.

Broadway Producer Corey Brunish Establishes Musical Theatre Scholarship Through Bridgetown Conservatory
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 14, 2021


Broadway Producer Corey Brunish is helping to pave the way for young musical theatre talent heading to college programs. With the launching of 'The Brunish Broadway Musical Theatre Scholarship' Brunish will assist a graduating high school senior with a $1,000 scholarship in 2022. The award will be presented through Bridgetown Conservatory of Musical Theatre in Portland, Oregon, founded by musical theatre professional Rick Lewis.

Billy Porter, Neil Patrick Harris, Anderson Cooper & More Named to Marquis Who's GBTQ+ Catalysts for Change Maker's List
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2021


Marquis Who's Who has announced the honorees for its June Maker’s List, featuring figures from the LGBTQ+ community as catalysts for change in recognition of Pride Month. Each month, the Marquis Maker’s List highlights both renowned and lesser-known individuals, who have proved to be remarkable and pioneering in their fields of endeavor.

The Randy Andys to Return to Live Performance Pangea
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2021


Executive Producer and Founding member Alison Mahoney (Evita, The Food Network's The Singing Baker) and Pangea Performance Space, have announced The Randy Andys triumphant return to the New York cabaret scene on Thursday, June 10th at 7 PM.

VIDEO: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Daveed Diggs Appear in Netflix Music Series WE THE PEOPLE
by Sarah Leiber - Jun 3, 2021


Each episode of We the People is an exuberant call to action for everyone to rethink civics as a living, breathing thing and to reframe their understanding of what government and citizenship mean in a modern world.

92Y to Celebrate Pride Month 2021 With Free Archived Talks Featuring Alan Cumming, Tony Kushner and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2021


92Y will celebrate Pride 2021 by sharing fee archived talks and events featuring luminaries from the world of culture, politics, activism, and literature. 

Leslie Odom Jr. Joins KNIVES OUT 2
by Sarah Jae Leiber - May 18, 2021


The first 'Knives Out' starred Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc, a detective sent to crack the case of the mysterious death of a mystery author. Craig will return to reprise his role for the second film. 

Bonnaroo Announces 2021 Lineup
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Mar 31, 2021


Hailed by the New York Times as the summer event that “revolutionized the modern rock festival,” Bonnaroo has drawn high-profile media attention and critical acclaim for two groundbreaking decades. 

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