Jennifer Coolidge News

JACKIE BEAT: BIRTHDAY CLOWN to Launch Tour This Summer

by Chloe Rabinowitz — July 2, 2025

Legendary drag icon, stage, film and tv star JACKIE BEAT will celebrate over 35 years as a shameless clown AND one more trip around the sun with JACKIE BEAT: BIRTHDAY CLOWN.

Review: Hollywood Fringe Round-Up Pt. 3

by Harker Jones — June 30, 2025

It was a mixed bag at the Hollywood Fringe Festival, but overall, the show went on and talent persevered

Nicole Travolta, Howie Day and More to Perform At The Spire Center For Performing Arts

by Chloe Rabinowitz — June 16, 2025

The Spire Center for Performing Arts has revealed three new shows.

Groundlings School Summer Teen Improv Classes Now On Sale And Going Fast

by A.A. Cristi — May 22, 2025

The Groundlings School—home to comedy legends like Will Ferrell, Kristin Wiig, Maya Rudolph, and many more— has announced the launch of its summer teen improv classes that are now on sale and selling fast.

LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL is Coming To Wolverhampton Grand In 2026

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 13, 2025

LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL will tour the UK and Ireland in 2026, coming to Wolverhampton Grand Theatre in fall 2026.

New Production of LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL Will Tour the UK and Ireland

by Stephi Wild — May 13, 2025

A brand-new Made at Curve production of the West End and Broadway musical comedy LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL will tour the UK and Ireland in 2026.

THE LITTLE PAGEANT THAT COULD to Receive Benefit Screening in Los Angeles

by Josh Sharpe — May 7, 2025

World of Wonder will host a special benefit screening of The Little Pageant That Could, their newly acquired feature documentary chronicling the journey of Los Angeles’ Best in Drag Show, to support APLA Health’s Alliance for Housing and Healing.

Christian Siriano, Nina Garcia, & Law Roach Join PROJECT RUNWAY Season 21

by Josh Sharpe — March 24, 2025

Christian Siriano, Nina Garcia and Law Roach are set to join Heidi Klum for Season 21 of Project Runway, which is now in production and will air this summer on Disney+, Hulu and Freeform.

Barracuda Lounge, NYC Nightlife Hotspot, Closes Doors After 30 Years

by Nicole Rosky — March 17, 2025

BroadwayWorld has just learned that Barracuda Lounge, beloved Chelsea gay bar and drag performance space, will close its doors on March 23 after 30 years of operation.

Interview: Cheryl Stern of FUNNY GIRL at Bass Concert Hall

by Joni Lorraine — February 27, 2025

Cheryl Stern is a powerhouse performer and storyteller with an incredible career spanning Broadway, national tours, TV, and beyond.

The Groundlings School Hosts 8th Annual Open House In March

by A.A. Cristi — February 20, 2025

The Groundlings Theatre & School has announced the 8th Annual Open House on Saturday, March 8.

Theresa Rebeck to Direct Reading of SAMANTHA INSIDE OUT By Marisa Smith At Shaker Bridge Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 13, 2025

Shaker Bridge Theatrewill present a one-night-only staged reading of SAMANTHA INSIDE OUT, a new one-woman show written by Marisa Smith, directed by Theresa Rebeck, and starring Jayne Atkinson as part of Shaker Bridge's commitment to developing new work.

Review: FRANCIS GREY AND THE CASE OF HIS DEAD BOYFRIEND at New Conservatory Theatre Center

by Steve Murray — February 10, 2025

A whacky who-done-it is the subject of Nathan Tylutki’s one-man performance piece currently on the board at New Conservatory for a short run.

The Groundlings Unveils New Logo

by Chloe Rabinowitz — February 3, 2025

The Groundlings Theatre & School has unveiled its new logo.

Review: GRAND HORIZONS at Altarena Playhouse

by Kelly Rogers Flynt — January 26, 2025

Smart and funny, GRAND HORIZONS at Altarena Playhouse makes a big statement on opening night.

Melanie Johnson to Bring One-Woman Show NOT SPECIAL To The Groundlings Theatre

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 21, 2025

After a sold-out run at the Hollywood Fringe Festival, Writer & Actor Melanie Johnson is bringing her hilarious and heartfelt one-woman show to the Groundlings Theatre.

Ariana DeBose, Colman Domingo, & More to Present at 82nd Annual Golden Globes

by Josh Sharpe — January 2, 2025

The Golden Globes has announced that Andrew Garfield, Anthony Ramos, Ariana DeBose, Aubrey Plaza, Auliʻi Cravalho, Colman Domingo, Elton John, Glenn Close, Jeff Goldblum, Michelle Yeoh, Sarah Paulson, and more will present at the 82nd Annual Golden Globes.