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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: Norah Jones Performs Live Version of 'I Just Wanna Dance' With Vevo
Video: Norah Jones Performs Live Version of 'I Just Wanna Dance' With Vevo
May 6, 2024

Vevo, the world's leading music video network, has announced the release of Norah Jones' live performance of 'I Just Wanna Dance,' off her new album Visions. 2024 saw the release of Visions, produced by Leon Michels. Norah explained, 'the reason I called the album Visions is because a lot of the ideas came in the middle of the night or in that moment right before sleep, and this was one of them where you’re half asleep and kind of jolted awake.' Watch the performance now!

Keith Urban to Bring Exclusive Show to Las Vegas This Fall
Keith Urban to Bring Exclusive Show to Las Vegas This Fall
May 6, 2024

Fontainebleau Las Vegas, the newest luxury resort and casino to debut on the Las Vegas Strip, will welcome “Keith Urban’s HIGH in Vegas,” 10 exclusive performances from four-time GRAMMY® Award winner Keith Urban, kicking off Friday, Oct. 4, 2024. “Keith Urban’s HIGH in Vegas” will feature new music from his forthcoming album, slated for release this fall, with songs not yet played live, including his new single “Messed Up As Me,” as well as “Straight Line” and “Go Home W U” (with Lainey Wilson).

Video: Netflix Releases Trailer for Kevin Hart's Mark Twain Prize
Video: Netflix Releases Trailer for Kevin Hart's Mark Twain Prize
May 6, 2024

Netflix has released a trailer for the 25th annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor honoring Kevin Hart, which will premiere on Netflix on May 11th during Netflix is a Joke Fest. The ceremony, which was filmed at the Kennedy Center on March 24th, featured a star-studded list of talent including Dave Burd AKA “Lil Dicky,” Dave Chappelle, Jimmy Fallon, Tiffany Haddish, Regina Hall, Chelsea Handler, Chris Rock, Jerry Seinfeld, J.B. Smoove, Robin Thicke and more. 

Cassadee Pope to Embark on U.S. Headlining Tour This Summer
Cassadee Pope to Embark on U.S. Headlining Tour This Summer
May 6, 2024

GRAMMY-nominated, Platinum-certified singer-songwriter Cassadee Pope has announced her U.S. headlining tour, The Hereditary Tour, kicking off this summer. The announcement follows the news of her upcoming LP, Hereditary, out July 12. The tour will be making stops throughout the country, kicking off July 11 in Anaheim, California and visiting Los Angeles, Knoxville, Albany, Charleston and more before wrapping on July 31 in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Photos: See First Look at Season 2 of Netflix Comedy UNSTABLE
Photos: See First Look at Season 2 of Netflix Comedy UNSTABLE
May 6, 2024

Netflix has dropped the first look and date announcement for the second season of Unstable, the comedy series starring Rob Lowe and his son John Owen Lowe. Season 2 will drop on the steamer on August 1 with a total of 8 episodes. In this season, Ellis lays out a series of challenges and mind games for Jackson to see if he has what it takes to succeed him as the heir to the Dragon empire, but does a newcomer have other ideas?

Grace Bowers Unveils Lineup for 'An Evening Supporting Love, Life & Music' Benefit Concert at Nashville's Brooklyn Bowl
Grace Bowers Unveils Lineup for 'An Evening Supporting Love, Life & Music' Benefit Concert at Nashville's Brooklyn Bowl
May 6, 2024

Breakthrough guitarist, songwriter and bandleader Grace Bowers will host her 2nd annual “An Evening Supporting Love, Life & Music” benefit concert June 10 at Nashville’s Brooklyn Bowl, which will feature performances from Bowers, The Cadillac Three, Devon Gilfillian, Caroline Jones, Meg McRee, Jared James Nichols, John Osborne, Lucie Silvas, Brittney Spencer and Butch Walker as well as additional special guests. 

Straight No Chaser Releases Dates for 2024 Fall Tour
Straight No Chaser Releases Dates for 2024 Fall Tour
May 6, 2024

RIAA-certified Gold a cappella group Straight No Chaser, known for their holiday favorites and re-imagination of iconic songs throughout the decades, has revealed the “Top Shelf” tour, their 2024 fall run. Tickets for the “Top Shelf” tour go on-sale this Friday at 10 AM local time.

Half Waif Springs To Life With New EP 'Ephemeral Being'
Half Waif Springs To Life With New EP 'Ephemeral Being'
May 6, 2024

Already known for writing songs that provide strength alongside openhearted vulnerability for troublesome and daunting times, Half Waif aka Nandi Rose has announced the transformative ‘Ephemeral Being’ EP and shares lead single “Big Dipper”, with the full five-song EP being released at the end of the month, on May 31. Listen to the single now!

Suki Waterhouse to Embark on Headline THE SPARKLEMUFFIN TOUR
Suki Waterhouse to Embark on Headline THE SPARKLEMUFFIN TOUR
May 6, 2024

Musician and Sub Pop recording artist SUKI WATERHOUSE has announced THE SPARKLEMUFFIN TOUR, a brand new headlining trek that will visit 24 cities across North America this Fall. THE SPARKLEMUFFIN TOUR will kick off on Saturday, September 28th in Denver at Mission Ballroom and will make stops in Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago, Boston, Toronto, Montreal, and more.

Greensky Bluegrass Adds Dates to Summer Tour Ahead of New EP
Greensky Bluegrass Adds Dates to Summer Tour Ahead of New EP
May 6, 2024

Bluegrass-Americana troubadours, Greensky Bluegrass have announced seven new tour dates to their Summer tour that will bring the band throughout the northeast and southeast this July and August. Tickets are on sale at 10:00AM local this Friday, May 10. The new dates build on the band’s extensive summer tour that includes several festival appearances including Mill Valley, DelFest, Bonnaroo and more.  The band’s summer tour officially kicks off in Kansas City on June 6.  

Romain Virgo to Embark on Northeast U.S. Tour
Romain Virgo to Embark on Northeast U.S. Tour
May 6, 2024

Reggae artist Romain Virgo has announced a string of headlining shows across the Northeast U.S. in support of his latest album, The Gentle Man. The first concert is slated for June 6 at Toad’s Place in New Haven, Connecticut, followed by back-to-back shows at the Crown Hill Theater in Brooklyn on June 7 and 8. He will end the run on June 9 at The Ave Live in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Jeremy Irons and Helena Bonham Carter to Star in Neil Jordan Film
Jeremy Irons and Helena Bonham Carter to Star in Neil Jordan Film
May 6, 2024

According to reports, Jeremy Irons and Helena Bonham Carter will be appearing together in a new film from Neil Jordan, director of 1994's Interview with a Vampire. The film is based on a book by Jordan, The Well of Saint Nobody. In addition to Irons and Carter, actor Aidan Quinn is also set to star in the film. It will begin shooting later this year.

The Doobie Brothers Add Canadian Leg to the 2024 Tour
The Doobie Brothers Add Canadian Leg to the 2024 Tour
May 6, 2024

Four-time GRAMMY Award winners and Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, The Doobie Brothers, have added a Canadian leg to The 2024 Tour. The band will play a run of six shows this Fall beginning October 8, 2024 in London, ON at Budweiser Gardens and wrapping October 16, 2024 in Saint John, NB at TD Station.

Randy Travis Returns With First New Music In More Than A Decade
Randy Travis Returns With First New Music In More Than A Decade
May 6, 2024

On Friday, May 3, Travis and Warner Music Nashville released “Where That Came From” and for the first time in over a decade, the music-loving world was hearing a brand-new song with those unforgettable, signature vocals. Listen to the song now!

THE SISTERS OF MERCY to Embark on Fall N. American Tour with Blaqk Audio
THE SISTERS OF MERCY to Embark on Fall N. American Tour with Blaqk Audio
May 6, 2024

Following their triumphant return to North America with last year’s 19-date tour that saw sold out shows in New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, Seattle, plus six other cities, THE SISTERS OF MERCY (TSOM) have announced a run of 26 shows this Fall that include such legendary venues as New York City’s Radio City Music Hall, Los Angeles’ The Greek, San Francisco’s The Masonic and Chicago’s Aragon Ballroom among others.

Video: Watch the Cast of THE GREAT GATSBY Perform Medley on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
Video: Watch the Cast of THE GREAT GATSBY Perform Medley on GOOD MORNING AMERICA
May 6, 2024

On Monday, the cast of The Great Gatsby visited Good Morning America to perform a medley from the show. Included in the medley was the opening number Roaring On performed by the company, and the duet My Green Light, sung by Jeremy Jordan and Eva Noblezada. Watch the performance here!

David Haerle Releases 'The Great Galaxy Sci-Fi Convention Show' In Time For Star Wars Day
David Haerle Releases 'The Great Galaxy Sci-Fi Convention Show' In Time For Star Wars Day
May 3, 2024

As sci-fi fans gear up to celebrate Star Wars Day (May the 4th), Los Angeles singer-songwriter-guitarist David Haerle has a must-add track for their playlists. “The Great Galaxy Sci-Fi Convention Show” song and video are out now. Paired with an out-of-this-world animated video by Michael Pottle, there’s an interesting and personal backstory with this song. Listen to the single now!

Rachel Chinouriri Shares Debut Album 'What a Devastating Turn of Events'
Rachel Chinouriri Shares Debut Album 'What a Devastating Turn of Events'
May 3, 2024

Rising British alternative indie-pop artist Rachel Chinouriri has released her long-awaited debut album What A Devastating Turn Of Events. What A Devastating Turn Of Events is a culmination of the experiences, challenges and joys of Chinouriri’s life so far, explored through the prism of musical stylings honed through years of experimentation and creation. Listen to the album now!

Melissa Carper Releases Single 'Lucky Five' Ahead of New LP
Melissa Carper Releases Single 'Lucky Five' Ahead of New LP
May 3, 2024

Austin-based singer-songcrafter/upright bassist Melissa Carper has announced her forthcoming LP, Borned In Ya, due out July 19th via Mae Music/Thirty Tigers, with the release of its first single and video, “Lucky Five.” The song is a lighthearted track about past relationships. Listen to the single now!

Delilah Montagu Finds Sublime Closure On New Single 'Orange'
Delilah Montagu Finds Sublime Closure On New Single 'Orange'
May 3, 2024

Singer-songwriter and two-time GRAMMY winner Delilah Montagu shares “Orange,” a patiently unfolding benediction that finds peace and closure in a mismatched relationship. As the song's gentle momentum builds, Delilah recounts a flood of memories — odd tattoos, magical pets, the color preferences of parents — with poetic economy and a generous, empathetic delivery. It's that rare beast: a gracious breakup song. Listen to the single now!



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