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Josh Sharpe

Josh Sharpe is the Entertainment Editor for BroadwayWorld. For as long as he can remember, he has been in love with movies and the people who make them. This passion for great storytelling has been the driving force of his career journey.

An entertainment journalist since 2018, he has extensively covered the film and television industry, with bylines in Paste Magazine, TheaterMania, Collider, and The DisInsider. Across these platforms, he has produced numerous interviews, reviews, and news pieces, with a particular emphasis on The Walt Disney Company. During this time, he has had the privilege of interviewing such creatives as Hayley Mills, Jodi Benson, and Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman.

A graduate of Western Washington University, he studied Theatre and has since dabbled in directing. He has also appeared onstage in musicals like Into the Woods as The Baker and The Fantasticks as Matt.

He is grateful for the opportunity to write about the things he loves at BroadwayWorld!




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First Show:

Secondhand Lions: A New Musical at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle. This was a Broadway bound original musical (that, sadly, never went to Broadway) starring Gregg Edelman, Mark Jacoby, and Jason Danieley. Not bad for a first!

Favorite Show:

Sunday in the Park with George



Skindred to Embark on Autumn 2024 UK Headline Tour
Skindred to Embark on Autumn 2024 UK Headline Tour
May 15, 2024

Welsh ragga metal legends Skindred have announced a UK headline tour for autumn 2024. Tickets are on sale now (May 15th), apart from shows in Leicester and Oxford which will be available from 5pm on Friday 17th May. Skindred played their largest headline show to date at Wembley Arena in 2024, while they have also continued to prove the hunger for the band internationally.

Roe Kapara Rails Against The Rat Race On 'Life in America'
Roe Kapara Rails Against The Rat Race On 'Life in America'
May 15, 2024

St. Louis-born, Los Angeles-based artist Roe Kapara has shared his new single, “Life In America,” a bleak appraisal of American corporate culture condemning its die-at-your-desk mentality. Amidst its eerie acoustic melody, Kapara utilizes his cutting imagery to articulate the attitudes of a generation of clear-eyed disaffected youth. Listen to the single now!

Magnolia Network to Launch Premium Family-Friendly Unscripted Content Slate This Fall on Max
Magnolia Network to Launch Premium Family-Friendly Unscripted Content Slate This Fall on Max
May 15, 2024

Debuting this fall, Magnolia Network will launch its all-new family-friendly unscripted content slate created for Max. From ambitious large-scale competitions to out-of-the-box social experiments, this premium content initiative for Max will be produced specifically for the whole household to watch and enjoy together, filled with elements of surprise, delight and authenticity.

Video: Steve Carell Talks Fulfilled Dream of Performing on Broadway in UNCLE VANYA
Video: Steve Carell Talks Fulfilled Dream of Performing on Broadway in UNCLE VANYA
May 15, 2024

On Tuesday, Steve Carell, who is currently starring in Uncle Vanya on Broadway, stopped by The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to discuss his involvement and role in the new production of the classic Anton Chekov play. Though Carell is making his Broadway debut in this play, this has been a longtime goal for the actor and comedian. Watch the interview!

Meryl Streep Expresses Interest in MAMMA MIA! 3: 'Of Course I Want to Do It'
Meryl Streep Expresses Interest in MAMMA MIA! 3: 'Of Course I Want to Do It'
May 15, 2024

After receiving the prestigious Honorary Palme d’Or at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, Meryl Streep revealed that she soon has a meeting with Universal about returning for the highly-anticipated third entry in the Mamma Mia! franchise. She also expressed her concern with the nature of her return, as it was revealed that her character, Donna Sheridan, had passed away after the events of the first film.

of Montreal Unveils “Soporific Cell” Single
of Montreal Unveils “Soporific Cell” Single
May 14, 2024

of Montreal will release the brand new studio album Lady On The Cusp this Friday, May 17 on Polyvinyl Record Co. Now, the band offers one more early taste of the new collection with the devotional R&B surrealist fantasy of “Soporific Cell”, influenced by the Afro-Futurism of Saul Williams' 'Neptune Frost', the novels of Ursula K Le Guin, and the band Hot Chocolate. Listen to a new single!

Patti LuPone and Cast of Marvel's AGATHA Series Reveal Official Title
Patti LuPone and Cast of Marvel's AGATHA Series Reveal Official Title
May 14, 2024

Katherine Hahn, Patti LuPone, and Joe Locke took the stage Tuesday at Disney's Upfront Presentation to officially reveal the title for the upcoming Marvel series, centering on Hahn's Agatha Harkness. At the presentation, it was confirmed that the title is 'Agatha All Along,' like the song of the same name written by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. The series will premiere September 18 on Disney+.

Video: Watch Season 4 Teaser of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING
Video: Watch Season 4 Teaser of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING
May 14, 2024

The trio is going to Hollywood! Hulu has just released the first trailer for the upcoming fourth season of the hit comedy Only Murders in the Building, which stars Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. In the new season, the characters will spend some time in Los Angeles as an in-universe movie based on the podcast is being developed.

WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE Spin-Off Title and First Look Revealed
WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE Spin-Off Title and First Look Revealed
May 14, 2024

The official title of the new series “Wizards Beyond Waverly Place” — a continuation of the Emmy® Award-winning “Wizards of Waverly Place” — was announced on stage at the Disney Upfront by Selena Gomez. Gomez, who serves as the new series’ executive producer and guest star, also revealed first-look images and the series logo.

Video: Walt Disco Unveil 'Come Undone' Single/Video
Video: Walt Disco Unveil 'Come Undone' Single/Video
May 14, 2024

Glasgow’s Walt Disco have released their brand new single and video “Come Undone”, the fourth track to emerge from their forthcoming second album The Warping, out June 14 via Lucky Number. Co-written with labelmate Jessica Winter, the standout single is accompanied by a striking, stylish video inspired by German expressionist cinema and directed by Kasparas Vidunas and Eric J. Liddle. Watch the video here!

Video: Joan Vassos Named the First-Ever Golden Bachelorette
Video: Joan Vassos Named the First-Ever Golden Bachelorette
May 14, 2024

After her time was cut short on the inaugural season of “The Golden Bachelor,” Joan Vassos, the 61-year-old grandmother and school administrator from Rockland, Maryland, will begin her own journey for new love this fall when she steps into the historic role as the first Golden Bachelorette. Watch the introduction video!

ROAD DIARY: BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN AND THE E STREET BAND Documentary To Release This October
ROAD DIARY: BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN AND THE E STREET BAND Documentary To Release This October
May 14, 2024

Springsteen and The E Street Band offer the most in-depth look ever at the creation of their legendary live performances in the new documentary featuring unprecedented, behind-the-scenes access to their 2023-2024 world tour. “Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band” opens a new door to Springsteen’s creative process for fans around the world, sharing fly-on-the-wall footage of band rehearsals and special moments backstage - as well as hearing from Springsteen himself.

Bones Owens Debuts Rock Infused New Single 'Goin' Back Where I Came From'
Bones Owens Debuts Rock Infused New Single 'Goin' Back Where I Came From'
May 14, 2024

Inspired by one of Bones Owens early guitar rock idols, Jimi Hendrix, the latest rock-infused single “Goin’ Back Where I Came From” is available now, providing listeners the opportunity to visualize the song’s main character exhausted by the daily hustle and bustle, tired of being anonymous. Listen to the single now!

Armor For Sleep Unveil Summer Tour Dates On '20 Years Of Tears' and 'Is For Lovers' Across The U.S.
Armor For Sleep Unveil Summer Tour Dates On '20 Years Of Tears' and 'Is For Lovers' Across The U.S.
May 14, 2024

Seminal New Jersey post-hardcore band Armor For Sleep have just announced a number of summer appearances on the 20 Years Of Tears Tour and Is For Lovers featuring Hawthorne Heights, Thursday, Saosin, Anberlin, I See Stars, Cartel and many more in select markets across the U.S. Beginning on Saturday, June 22 and extending through Saturday, August 24.

Video: The Black Crowes Release Video for 'Wilted Rose' With Lainey Wilson
Video: The Black Crowes Release Video for 'Wilted Rose' With Lainey Wilson
May 14, 2024

Legendary rock band The Black Crowes has released a stunning visual for “Wilted Rose,” their collaboration with GRAMMY-winning country superstar Lainey Wilson from their critically acclaimed album Happiness Bastards. The visual features incredible footage of Wilson’s surprise guest performance with the band at their unforgettable, sold-out opening night of the Happiness Bastards Tour at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry House. Watch the video now!

Video: Watch Cloud Cult's Music Video for New Single; Band Reveals 2024 US Headline Tour
Video: Watch Cloud Cult's Music Video for New Single; Band Reveals 2024 US Headline Tour
May 14, 2024

Cloud Cult has returned with a new single and video for “I Am A Force Field”. The single comes with news of a US headline tour and some festival shows that kickoff at the end of the summer in Wisconsin at this year’s People Fest, where Cloud Cult will be one of the headlining acts. The new single, which Cloud Cult’s Craig Minowa shares “…is about facing our anxieties and inner shadows…,' is the first taste of music from the band’s forthcoming new studio album that is set to be released in August. Watch the video!

Wilderado to Release New LP 'Talker'; Drop Title Track with Fall US Headline Dates
Wilderado to Release New LP 'Talker'; Drop Title Track with Fall US Headline Dates
May 14, 2024

Max Rainer (lead singer, guitarist), Tyler Wimpee (guitarist, vocals), Justin Kila (drums) – have announced the September 20th release of their new full-length studio album Talker via Bright Antenna Records. Listen to the title track now! In addition to the album announcement and new single, the band has shared that they will embark on a fall headline tour, extending their already extensive US headline run that has them out all of June and July before heading to Chicago to play Lollapalooza in August.

THE GREAT LILLIAN HALL Starring Jessica Lange to Premiere on HBO This Month
THE GREAT LILLIAN HALL Starring Jessica Lange to Premiere on HBO This Month
May 14, 2024

The upcoming film The Great Lillian Hall with Tony Award nominee Jessica Lange will debut Friday, May 31 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. As beloved Broadway star Lillian Hall (Lange) pours her heart, soul, and time into preparing for her next big role, she finds herself blindsided by confusion and forgetfulness. Battling against all odds to make it to opening night, while holding on to her fading memories and identity, she must navigate a tumultuous emotional journey – balancing her desire for the spotlight and the stark demands of the real world.

The Hope Conspiracy Reveal New Single 'Live in Fear'
The Hope Conspiracy Reveal New Single 'Live in Fear'
May 14, 2024

True sonic violence aimed at political division, economic manipulation, war profiteering, media propaganda and other vile forms of global oppression, Tools of Oppression / Rule by Deception, incoming from The Hope Conspiracy, is an ominous soundtrack to the steady decline of our modern age. Listen to a single now!

Niki Will Embark on Biggest World Tour to Date With Dates in North America, UK, & More
Niki Will Embark on Biggest World Tour to Date With Dates in North America, UK, & More
May 14, 2024

Global icon and singer-songwriter NIKI has announced her biggest tour to date spanning 41 markets in North America, Europe, the UK, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. These dates, produced by Live Nation, will celebrate the release of her ambitious and sonically-expansive upcoming album Buzz out August 9, 2024 via 88rising. Fellow singer-songwriters Allison Ponthier and Amy Allen will join as support in North America and Europe, respectively. See the dates here!






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