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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



Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas to Star in Musical Comedy from ONCE Director
Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas to Star in Musical Comedy from ONCE Director
May 2, 2024

Deadline has reported that Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas will appear in a new musical comedy from John Carney, director of Once and Sing Street. The film, titled Power Ballad, is said to tell 'the story of a wedding singer (Rudd), a rock star (Jonas), and the song that comes between them.' The musical, which is currently filming in Dublin, will hit the Cannes market this month.

Winnetka Bowling League Share New Song 'America In Your 20's'
Winnetka Bowling League Share New Song 'America In Your 20's'
May 2, 2024

Los Angeles’ Winnetka Bowling League have shared “America In Your 20’s,” another taste of their forthcoming debut album Sha La La, which is out May 31. The album is a document of frontman Matthew Koma rediscovering what he loves about music; a back-to-basics and grounded release that finds him taking risks while being in conversation with his younger self. Listen to the single now!

Kristen Stewart and Oscar Isaac Star in Panos Cosmatos' Thriller 'Flesh of the Gods'
Kristen Stewart and Oscar Isaac Star in Panos Cosmatos' Thriller 'Flesh of the Gods'
May 2, 2024

Kristen Stewart and Oscar Isaac are set to star in the thriller Flesh of the Gods from director Panos Cosmatos. In glittering 80's LA, married couple, Raoul and Alex descend each evening from their luxury skyscraper condo and head into an electric nighttime realm of 80’s Los Angeles. When they cross paths with the mysterious and enigmatic NAMELESS and her hard-partying cabal, Raoul and Alex are seduced into a glamorous, surrealistic world of hedonism, thrills, and violence.

Odie Leigh to Release Debut Album, 'Carrier Pigeon'; New Single Out Today
Odie Leigh to Release Debut Album, 'Carrier Pigeon'; New Single Out Today
May 2, 2024

Singer-songwriter Odie Leigh has announced the release of her debut album, Carrier Pigeon, arriving on Friday, July 12. Carrier Pigeon is further preceded by recent releases, “Either Way” and “No Doubt,” the latter of which has an official music video streaming now on YouTube. Watch the music video for her new single now!

QUEEN ROCK MONTREAL Coming to Disney+; First Concert Film Available in IMAX Enhanced Sound
QUEEN ROCK MONTREAL Coming to Disney+; First Concert Film Available in IMAX Enhanced Sound
May 2, 2024

Following its record-breaking success as the most successful IMAX concert film ever, “Queen Rock Montreal” will make its global streaming premiere May 15th on Disney+ as the first concert film available in IMAX Enhanced sound. “Queen Rock Montreal” presents Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon at their most exciting and exhilarating.

Anthony Hopkins Will Play George Frideric Handel in Biopic THE KING OF COVENT GARDEN
Anthony Hopkins Will Play George Frideric Handel in Biopic THE KING OF COVENT GARDEN
May 2, 2024

According to reportsm Anthony Hopkins will be taking on another real-life figure by playing composer George Frideric Handel in a new biopic from Andrew Levitas, director of Minimata. The script for the film, titled The King of Covent Garden, was written by playwright and professor Tim Slover and centers on Handel while he creates his 1741 masterpiece, Messiah.

Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons to Reunite in Comedy Film ENCORE
Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons to Reunite in Comedy Film ENCORE
May 2, 2024

Glenn Close and Jeremy Irons will be starring together in a comedy from Simon Curtis, the director of My Week With Marilyn and Downton Abbey: A New Era. The forthcoming comedy will center on Nigel (Irons) and Marie (Close), playing former Broadway veterans who are now living in a retirement community. When they discover the hidden talents of their fellow residents, they decide to put on a show starring Nigel and produced by Marie.

Video: Watch Trailer for Season 2 of Comedy Series WE ARE LADY PARTS
Video: Watch Trailer for Season 2 of Comedy Series WE ARE LADY PARTS
May 2, 2024

Peacock has just released the trailer for Season 2 of the critically acclaimed comedy series We Are Lady Parts. Season 2 of the series sees the band return with a renewed artistic mission after the high of their first UK tour, only to find a rival band threatens their delicate status quo. As the reality of chasing success sets in, Lady Parts embarks on recording their first album, juggling personal ambitions and deciding whether ‘making it big’ is really what they want. Watch the trailer now!

Video: See Benedict Cumberbatch in Trailer for Netflix's ERIC
Video: See Benedict Cumberbatch in Trailer for Netflix's ERIC
May 2, 2024

Netflix has released the full-length trailer for Eric, a new limited series from Abi Morgan. The series, starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Gaby Hoffmann and McKinley Belcher III will be arriving on Netflix on May 30th, 2024. Set in 1980s New York, Eric is a new emotional thriller from Abi Morgan following the desperate search of a father when his nine-year-old son disappears one morning on the way to school. Watch the trailer now!

Meryl Streep to Receive Honorary Palme d'Or At Cannes Film Festival
Meryl Streep to Receive Honorary Palme d'Or At Cannes Film Festival
May 2, 2024

According to reports, actress Meryl Streep will be receiving the Honorary Palme d’Or award at the opening ceremony of the 77th Cannes Film Festival. Streep has starred in numerous films throughout her career and has the distinction of being the most nominated person in the acting categories at the Academy Awards. Some of her musical roles include Mamma Mia! and its sequel, Into the Woods, and Mary Poppins Returns.

Video: Dame Judi Dench Talks Shakespeare and Her New Book on CBS MORNINGS
Video: Dame Judi Dench Talks Shakespeare and Her New Book on CBS MORNINGS
May 2, 2024

Judi Dench and her colleague Brendan O’Hea stopped by CBS Mornings on Wednesday to discuss her new book, Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent. In the interview, the two artists talked about the many hours of conversations that they had gathering material for her book, which details the many Shakespeare roles she has played throughout her career. Watch the interview here!

Mel Brooks and Quinta Brunson to Receive Special Peabody Awards
Mel Brooks and Quinta Brunson to Receive Special Peabody Awards
May 2, 2024

The Peabody Awards Board of Jurors has announced that Mel Brooks, legendary comedian and writer of The Producers, will be receiving a special honor at the 84th annual Peabody Awards. Additionally, Quinta Brunson, the award-winning writer, producer, actor, and comedian, has been honored with the Peabody Trailblazer Award. On June 9 in Los Angeles, they will both receive the awards at the annual ceremony which honors excellence in television, podcast/radio, and immersive and interactive media.

Little Monarch Releases Radiant Single 'Follow Your Majesty'
Little Monarch Releases Radiant Single 'Follow Your Majesty'
May 1, 2024

The bass-driven track finds Casey Kalmenson, who performs under the moniker Little Monarch, encapsulating the feeling of putting yourself first and showing kindness to your heart. Amplified by rhythmic shakers and cascading synths, Kalmenson wrote and produced “Follow Your Majesty” completely on her own and chose to release the track on her birthday as a little gift and reminder to accept the love we truly deserve. Listen to the song here!

Richie Kotzen of The Winery Dogs Releases New Single 'Cheap Shots'
Richie Kotzen of The Winery Dogs Releases New Single 'Cheap Shots'
May 1, 2024

Fresh from a 95 date world tour and album release with The Winery Dogs in 2023, Richie Kotzen returns with a brand new single and lyric video called ‘Cheap Shots’. A gloriously powerful slice of guitar-driven and hard-riffin’ heavy rock, with Kotzen’s passionate vocals calling out haters and people who take advantage of others, it pulls no punches and delivers knockout hooks throughout. Listen to the song here!

Brontë Fall Doubles Down On Her Creative Life With New Single 'Making It Up'
Brontë Fall Doubles Down On Her Creative Life With New Single 'Making It Up'
May 1, 2024

Brontë Fall has just dropped her latest single. “Making It Up” is a renewal of vows of sorts; to living the artist’s life and everything that goes along with it. “When it’s all said and done, I wouldn’t trade this creative life for anything,” says songwriter Teri Bracken—better known by her stage name Brontë Fall. “I wrote this song midway through 2021 after the music industry had been halted so dramatically from the pandemic,” remembers Fall. Listen to the single here!

Chelsea Handler to Bring Her LITTLE BIG BITCH TOUR To Brooklyn's Kings Theatre
Chelsea Handler to Bring Her LITTLE BIG BITCH TOUR To Brooklyn's Kings Theatre
May 1, 2024

GRAMMY nominated comedian, television host, six time best-selling author and advocate Chelsea Handler will be coming to Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, NY on her highly-acclaimed Little Big Bitch Tour on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 8pm EST.

Cassadee Pope to Release New Album 'Hereditary,' Shares Single 'Three of Us'
Cassadee Pope to Release New Album 'Hereditary,' Shares Single 'Three of Us'
May 1, 2024

GRAMMY-nominated, Platinum-certified singer-songwriter, Cassadee Pope has announced the release of her upcoming album, Hereditary, out July 12. The album marks The Voice winner’s first full length following her shift from country back to her pop punk roots. The announcement pairs with the release of her latest single and music video for “Three of Us. Watch the video for the single here!

Video: Alfred Molina Talks New Production of UNCLE VANYA
Video: Alfred Molina Talks New Production of UNCLE VANYA
May 1, 2024

In a new interview, actor Alfred Molina breaks down his career from his onscreen appearances in films like Spider-Man 2 to his role as Alexander Serebryakov​​​​​​​ in Uncle Vanya, which is currently running on Broadway. He discussed what drew him to the project, his co-stars, and his approach to the material. Watch the video here!

The Chameleons to Release First New Studio Recordings in Over 20 Years With 3-Song EP
The Chameleons to Release First New Studio Recordings in Over 20 Years With 3-Song EP
May 1, 2024

The iconic post-punk band The Chameleons have announced a new three-song EP, which mark their first new studio recordings in over 20 years. An artful combination that embraces their past work while opening their arms for artistic expansion, “Where Are You?” fits neatly into the band’s oeuvre. The band is currently preparing for a round of North American dates beginning on May 30th in San Diego.

Paul Walter Hauser Joins Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson in THE NAKED GUN Reboot
Paul Walter Hauser Joins Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson in THE NAKED GUN Reboot
May 1, 2024

Paul Walter Hauser, actor and wrestler, has joined the upcoming reboot of the comedy classic The Naked Gun. Hauser will star alongside the previously announced Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson in the film, which will hit theaters on July 18, 2025. Hauser will play Captain Ed, a role played by George Kennedy in the original trilogy.



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