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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



Video: Watch Trailer for Fourth and Final Season of POWER BOOK II: GHOST
Video: Watch Trailer for Fourth and Final Season of POWER BOOK II: GHOST
May 9, 2024

STARZ has released the key art and a suspenseful, high intensity trailer for the highly anticipated final season of the drama series Power Book II: Ghost. Part one of “Power Book II: Ghost” debuts on Friday, June 7, at midnight ET on the STARZ app, coinciding with the 10th Anniversary of Power’s debut on STARZ. Watch the new trailer now!

Seth MacFarlane Series TED Renewed for Second Season at Peacock
Seth MacFarlane Series TED Renewed for Second Season at Peacock
May 9, 2024

Peacock’s record-breaking most-watched original series Ted has been renewed for a second season. In this comedic prequel event series to the Ted films, it's 1993, and Ted the bear’s (Seth MacFarlane) moment of fame has passed. He’s now living back home in Framingham, Massachusetts with his best friend, 16-year-old John Bennett (Max Burkholder), along with John’s parents, Matty and Susan (Scott Grimes and Alanna Ubach) and cousin Blaire (Giorgia Whigham).

BIG|BRAVE to Embark on Extensive North American Tour This Summer
BIG|BRAVE to Embark on Extensive North American Tour This Summer
May 9, 2024

Following the release of acclaimed new album A Chaos Of Flowers, BIG|BRAVE have announced an extensive tour throughout North America this August, supported by Spiritual Poison (Ethan McCarthy of Primitive Man). The tour will follow a month-long tour throughout Europe and the UK this Spring, including a set at Portals Festival in London.

Saxsboy KD Is Back With New Single 'Bumpfire'
Saxsboy KD Is Back With New Single 'Bumpfire'
May 9, 2024

An artist to watch this year, Houston-born rapper Saxkboy KD unveils a new single entitled “Bumpfire” available at all digital partners via Cash Money Records. “Bumpfire” is a catchy banger with a slick keyboard loop simmering over a punchy beat. The accompanying visual highlights KD’s confidence and charisma. Listen to the song now!

Bianca Del Rio Returns to the UK With New Tour
Bianca Del Rio Returns to the UK With New Tour
May 9, 2024

Comedy queen and RuPaul’s Drag Race champion Bianca Del Rio has announced her return to the UK with her new stand-up comedy tour, Dead Inside. The tour will take the drag queen icon to 11 different locations across the United Kingdom from 11 to 25 September 2024 including visits to London, Glasgow, Newcastle, Manchester and more. Presales begin on Friday 10 and Monday 13 May with tickets on general sale on Tuesday 14 May at 9am.

HBO Original Documentary ELIZABETH TAYLOR: THE LOST TAPES to Debut in August
HBO Original Documentary ELIZABETH TAYLOR: THE LOST TAPES to Debut in August
May 9, 2024

The HBO Original documentary Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes, will debut Saturday, August 3rd on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. The film will have its world premiere at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. Elizabeth Taylor: The Lost Tapes offers an unprecedented exploration into the life of Elizabeth Taylor, Hollywood’s quintessential star.

Andy Serkis to Direct/Star in New LORD OF THE RINGS Film From Producer Peter Jackson
Andy Serkis to Direct/Star in New LORD OF THE RINGS Film From Producer Peter Jackson
May 9, 2024

The first film has a tentative title of The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum and will be directed by the Gollum actor, who will also reprise his iconic role from the earlier installments. The film is planned for a 2026 release, with the team already in the early stages of development on the screenplay. Peter Jackson will also return to the franchise as producer alongside Fran Walsh and Philippa Boyens.

Video: Watch New Trailer for A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE
Video: Watch New Trailer for A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE
May 9, 2024

Universal has just released a new trailer for the upcoming horror movie A Quiet Place: Day One starring Lupita Nyong’o and Joseph Quinn. The film is a prequel to the acclaimed series directed by John Krasinski and is set on the day that the world went quiet due to the arrival of killer alien creatures. Watch the new trailer!

SiriusXM to Launch New Podcast with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson, 'Where Everybody Knows Your Name'
SiriusXM to Launch New Podcast with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson, 'Where Everybody Knows Your Name'
May 9, 2024

SiriusXM has announced the launch of “Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (Sometimes),” a new original podcast hosted by the Emmy Award-winning actors and friends. Premiering June 12, the podcast will see Ted and Woody reconnect 30 years after the end of their acclaimed sitcom “Cheers,” joined by a plethora of exciting guests.

Video: Whoopi Goldberg Recalls Offering Pope Francis an Appearance in SISTER ACT 3
Video: Whoopi Goldberg Recalls Offering Pope Francis an Appearance in SISTER ACT 3
May 9, 2024

On Wednesday, EGOT winner and host of The View Whoopi Goldberg stopped by The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon to discuss her new memoir, Bits and Pieces. During the interview, she highlighted her affinity for the current head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, and recalled her interaction with him. Watch the interview here!

REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER Sets May 10 Episode Lineup
REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER Sets May 10 Episode Lineup
May 9, 2024

Allowing Maher to offer his unique perspective on contemporary issues, the show continues with its opening monologue, one-on-one interviews with notable guests, roundtable discussions with panelists, and its signature “New Rules.” The series airs on HBO and is available to stream on Max.

Video: Do You Know the Answer to Last Night's Theater-themed Final Jeopardy?
Video: Do You Know the Answer to Last Night's Theater-themed Final Jeopardy?
May 9, 2024

Last night's final Jeopardy! was 'The Theater.' Recently, Jeopardy has featured a 'World Theatre' category, a 'Songs In Musicals' category, Idina Menzel category, a Tony-Winning Musicals category, a 'Broadway is Back' category, a Broadway Musicals category, a Shakespeare's Women category, and a Stephen Sondheim category. Watch the video and test your knowledge!

Reba McEntire Debuts New Single 'I Can't' on NBC's THE VOICE
Reba McEntire Debuts New Single 'I Can't' on NBC's THE VOICE
May 8, 2024

Entertainment icon Reba McEntire commanded the stage as she debuted her new single “I Can’t” on NBC’s The Voice last night, delivering a powerhouse performance complete with pyrotechnics. The driving anthem is the first track from Reba’s upcoming album and was penned by Victoria Banks, Tania Hancheroff and Tia Sillers. Listen to the song now!

Joyce Manor Make Live TV Debut on JOHN MULANEY PRESENTS: EVERYBODY'S IN LA
Joyce Manor Make Live TV Debut on JOHN MULANEY PRESENTS: EVERYBODY'S IN LA
May 8, 2024

With over fifteen years and six albums under their belt, California’s own Joyce Manor made their live TV debut and played two of their most beloved songs on ‘John Mulaney Presents: Everybody’s in LA’ last night live via Netflix. Personally requested by Mulaney, the band performed 2011’s stand out track “Constant Headache” and “Catalina Fight Song” from 2014’s ‘Never Hungover Again.’

BAYNK Releases Two Tracks From Newly Announced LP 'SENESCENCE'
BAYNK Releases Two Tracks From Newly Announced LP 'SENESCENCE'
May 8, 2024

New Zealand-born, LA-based electronic artist and producer, BAYNK, returns in 2024 with the announcement of his second album, SENESCENCE. The album will be released episodically in two-song bundles, leading up to its full release later in the year. Listen to two new songs now!

Swamp Dogg Offers Life Advice on 'Ugly Man's Wife' Ahead of New 'Blackgrass' LP
Swamp Dogg Offers Life Advice on 'Ugly Man's Wife' Ahead of New 'Blackgrass' LP
May 8, 2024

Swamp Dogg has released “Ugly Man’s Wife,” the final pre-release single to be pulled from his forthcoming album Blackgrass: From West Virginia to 125th St out May 31 via Oh Boy Records. About the new single, Swamp Dogg explains: “I wrote ‘Ugly Man’s Wife’ with one of my favorite co-writers, Bob Jones, now deceased. I promised him that I would record it on my next album. I kept my word.” Listen to the single now!

Canadian Music Week Releases 2024 Music Festival Programming
Canadian Music Week Releases 2024 Music Festival Programming
May 8, 2024

Canadian Music Week (CMW), one of the nation’s largest new music festivals, is thrilled to announce the programming for its 42nd festival. Scheduled for June 1-8, 2024, the festival promises a dynamic range of music with over 250+ acts in over 25 venues in Toronto.

JO KOY: LIVE FROM BROOKLYN to Premiere on Netflix in June
JO KOY: LIVE FROM BROOKLYN to Premiere on Netflix in June
May 8, 2024

Netflix has announced that the comedy special Jo Koy: Live From Brooklyn will premiere globally on June 4, 2024. The special was filmed at The Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, NY in November 2023. This marks Koy’s fifth special with Netflix, following Live From The Los Angeles Forum (2022), Comin’ In Hot (2019),  and Live From Seattle (2017), in addition to his variety special In His Elements (2020). 

Snow Strippers Share New EP in the Midst of Sold Out US Tour
Snow Strippers Share New EP in the Midst of Sold Out US Tour
May 8, 2024

Snow Strippers have shared their new EP, Night Killaz Vol. 2, via Surf Gang Records. Since their debut singles in 2021, Snow Strippers have been dropping a series or mixtapes, EPs, a self-titled album. Just a few months ago, they released Night Killaz Vol. 1, went on a sold out EU/UK tour, and are now currently on a sold out US tour. Listen to the album here!

Lindsay Buckingham to Release '20th Century Lindsey' Vinyl Boxed Set
Lindsay Buckingham to Release '20th Century Lindsey' Vinyl Boxed Set
May 8, 2024

20th Century Lindsey will be available on June 14 from Rhino as a 4-LP set and digitally as well as a 4-LP set exclusively sold on Rhino.com & LindseyBuckingham.com. A 4-CD set will be released later this year in August. Listen to a new track available now!



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