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Some of literature's most terrifying characters, including Dr. Frankenstein, Dorian Gray, and iconic figures from the novel Dracula are lurking in the darkest corners of Victorian London. PENNY DREADFUL is a frightening psychological thriller that weaves together these classic horror origin stories into a new adult drama.

Casting Announced For THE FEARS, Produced By Steven Soderbergh Off-Broadway Photo Casting Announced For THE FEARS, Produced By Steven Soderbergh Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - March 17, 2023

Academy Award and Emmy Award winner Steven Soderbergh has announced casting for the World Premiere of The Fears, a new play by Emma Sheanshang (Every Girl Gets Her Man, Greetings from Tim Buckley), and directed by Dan Algrant (“Sex and the City,” People I Know). ...


Dark Star Announces US Release Dates for TED BUNDY: AMERICAN BOOGEYMAN Photo Dark Star Announces US Release Dates for TED BUNDY: AMERICAN BOOGEYMAN
by TV News Desk - July 27, 2021

TED BUNDY: AMERICAN BOOGEYMAN will have its Fathom Release on August 16 with a US VOD and DVD release to follow on September 3, 2021....


Broadway Legend Patti LuPone To Bring New Concert To Adelaide Cabaret Festival and Au Photo Broadway Legend Patti LuPone To Bring New Concert To Adelaide Cabaret Festival and Australia
by Blair Ingenthron - March 24, 2024

Three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone will bring her new concert A LIFE IN NOTES to Adelaide Cabaret Festival and Australia this winter, directly from Carnegie Hall....


Broadway Legend Patti LuPone To Bring New Concert To Adelaide Cabaret Festival and Au Photo Broadway Legend Patti LuPone To Bring New Concert To Adelaide Cabaret Festival and Australia
by Blair Ingenthron - March 24, 2024

Three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone will bring her new concert A LIFE IN NOTES to Adelaide Cabaret Festival and Australia this winter, directly from Carnegie Hall....


Peacock Original Film THEY/THEM Now Streaming Photo Peacock Original Film THEY/THEM Now Streaming
by Michael Major - August 05, 2022

The film stars Kevin Bacon, Anna Chlumsky, Theo Germaine, Carrie Preston, Quei Tann, Austin Crute, Monique Kim, Anna Lore, Cooper Koch, and Darwin del Fabro. Watch a new behind-the-scenes video of John Logan and Kevin Bacon, speaking on representation, horror, authenticity and how this groundbreakin...


Patti LuPone, Rachel Bloom & More Join Netflix's SCHOOL FOR GOOD & EVIL Photo Patti LuPone, Rachel Bloom & More Join Netflix's SCHOOL FOR GOOD & EVIL
by Michael Major - November 09, 2021

Patti LuPone, Rachel Bloom, Ben Kingsley, Rob Delaney, and Mark Heap have joined the cast of Netflix's School For Good & Evil. The new additions will join the previously announced Sophia Anne Caruso, Kerry Washington, Charlize Theron, Sophia Wylie, Jamie Flatters, Kit Young, Laurence Fishburne, and ...


VIDEO: LATE LATE SHOW Producer Dave Piendak Wants to Ask Patti LuPone to Lunch Photo VIDEO: LATE LATE SHOW Producer Dave Piendak Wants to Ask Patti LuPone to Lunch
by Sarah Leiber - March 25, 2021

A discussion about celebrity names unexpectedly morphs into a campaign to get our producer Dave Piendak to ask his idol, Broadway legend Patti LuPone, to brunch. Afterwards, James turns his attention to the big headlines of the day like the return of Major Biden to The White House - but things quick...


VIDEO: LATE LATE SHOW Producer Dave Piendak Wants to Ask Patti LuPone to Lunch Photo VIDEO: LATE LATE SHOW Producer Dave Piendak Wants to Ask Patti LuPone to Lunch
by Sarah Leiber - March 25, 2021

A discussion about celebrity names unexpectedly morphs into a campaign to get our producer Dave Piendak to ask his idol, Broadway legend Patti LuPone, to brunch. Afterwards, James turns his attention to the big headlines of the day like the return of Major Biden to The White House - but things quick...


Lin Shaye to Debut Solo Show TRIPPING ON LIFE at The Hollywood Fringe in June Photo Lin Shaye to Debut Solo Show TRIPPING ON LIFE at The Hollywood Fringe in June
by Blair Ingenthron - May 27, 2023

 Rugolo Entertainment and Buchwald have announced the highly anticipated staged reading of “Tripping on Life,' written and performed by the legendary Lin Shaye. Directed by Robert Galinsky, the solo show will be showcased as a staged reading at this year's prestigious Hollywood Fringe Festival....


VIDEO: James Corden Wishes Queen Elizabeth & Patti LuPone a Happy Birthday Photo VIDEO: James Corden Wishes Queen Elizabeth & Patti LuPone a Happy Birthday
by Sarah Leiber - April 22, 2021

And after James explains how disputes are settled at The Late Late Show, producer Dave Piendak wishes his dear friend Patti LuPone a happy birthday, complete with a beautiful song....


Spotlight: FAUST at The Soraya Photo Spotlight: FAUST at The Soraya
by BWW Special Offer - September 20, 2024

Don't Miss the Premiere of Randy Newman's FAUST: The Concert, produced by The Soraya...


EDINBURGH 2023: Review: CASTING THE RUNES, Pleasance Courtyard Photo EDINBURGH 2023: Review: CASTING THE RUNES, Pleasance Courtyard
by Cindy Marcolina - August 10, 2023

Box Tale Soup adapt MR James’s ghost story into a play that has the same dark feel of a Penny Dreadful episode. Elegantly directed by Adam Lenson and featuring impressive puppetry and stage tricks, it’s a production of outstanding craft and storytelling. ...


Podcast Exclusive: The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales Hosts Patti LuPone  Photo Podcast Exclusive: The Theatre Podcast With Alan Seales Hosts Patti LuPone 
by Marissa Tomeo - April 11, 2022

LuPone recalls her first introduction to the musical Gypsy (playing Louise) in highschool, speaking candidly about not understanding the play at the time, and shares how she was initially banned from participating in any of Arthur Laurents work before going on to win a Tony Award for playing Rose. S...


Stage and Screen Star Helen McCrory Passes Away at 52 Photo Stage and Screen Star Helen McCrory Passes Away at 52
by Nicole Rosky - April 16, 2021

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen veteran Helen McCrory passed away today after a battle with cancer. She was 52 years old....


Patti LuPone to Play Lilia Calderu in AGATHA: COVEN OF CHAOS on Disney+ Photo Patti LuPone to Play Lilia Calderu in AGATHA: COVEN OF CHAOS on Disney+
by Michael Major - April 18, 2023

Patti LuPone has revealed new details about her character in Disney's upcoming Agatha: Coven of Chaos series. LuPone went on to share new details about the secretive series, which follows Agatha Harkness, played by Kathryn Hahn, a fan-favorite character from WandaVision on Disney+....


REEVE CARNEY SINGS THE BEATLES is Coming to The Green Room 42 Photo REEVE CARNEY SINGS THE BEATLES is Coming to The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 09, 2024

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present a special two-part evening with Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter and actor Reeve Carney, paying tribute to one of his greatest musical influences in “Reeve Carney Sings The Beatles'. Learn how to purchase tickets....


GREASE: RISE OF THE PINK LADIES Sets DVD & Digital Release Following Paramount+ Cance Photo GREASE: RISE OF THE PINK LADIES Sets DVD & Digital Release Following Paramount+ Cancellation
by Michael Major - July 24, 2023

Get ready to dive into the origin story of the iconic Pink Ladies in GREASE: RISE OF THE PINK LADIES Season One. Follow the rebellious journey of four outcast teenage girls as they shake up Rydell in this prequel to the beloved classic. Available on DVD and Digital, don't miss out on this musical se...


Trustus Theatre Presents SWEENEY TODD As Season 39 Opener Photo Trustus Theatre Presents SWEENEY TODD As Season 39 Opener
by A.A. Cristi - September 01, 2023

Trustus Theatre, the home for relevant, innovative, and inclusive theatrical works in Columbia, South Carolina, will present Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street as the opening performance of their 39th season....


Patti LuPone to Appear on THE VIEW Tomorrow Photo Patti LuPone to Appear on THE VIEW Tomorrow
by Michael Major - April 17, 2023

Patti LuPone is slated to appear on The View tomorrow, Tuesday, April 18. LuPone will discuss her new film, Beau Is Afraid, which premieres in theaters this Friday, April 21. The film also features Nathan Lane, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Amy Ryan, Richard Kind, and more....


Video: THE FEARS Cast Explains What the New Play Is All About Photo Video: THE FEARS Cast Explains What the New Play Is All About
by Nicole Rosky - April 28, 2023

Academy Award and Emmy Award winner Steven Soderbergh (sex, lies, and videotape, Traffic, Erin Brockovich), will make his New York City theatrical producing debut with the World Premiere of The Fears, a new play by Emma Sheanshang (Every Girl Gets Her Man, Greetings from Tim Buckley), and directed b...


Patti LuPone and Carrie Fisher to Receive Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2022 Photo Patti LuPone and Carrie Fisher to Receive Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2022
by A.A. Cristi - June 17, 2021

The 2022 inductees for Hollywood's iconic Walk of Fame have been announced and among this year's star recipients are two-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone and late pop culture icon and Broadway playwright, Carrie Fisher. ...


Nathan Lane Wins First Emmy Award Photo Nathan Lane Wins First Emmy Award
by Robert Diamond - September 05, 2022

Nathan Lane, 3-time Tony Award winner and favorite of the screen and stage won his first Emmy Award last night, after six previous nominations (three for Modern Family, and one each for The Good Wife, Frasier and Mad About You). ...


Theatre [Untitled] Kicks Off 2024 Reading Series With A New Work From M Sloth Levine Photo Theatre [Untitled] Kicks Off 2024 Reading Series With A New Work From M Sloth Levine
by A.A. Cristi - February 29, 2024

Kickstart 2024 with Theatre [Untitled] as they present the first show of their Reading Series, THE CASTLE OF GHOUL HAMMOND AND HOW IT FELL INTO THE VOID (PART ONE: THE CASTLE) by M Sloth Levine. ...


Concord Theatricals Acquires Stock and Amateur Licensing Rights for THE LEHMAN TRILOG Photo Concord Theatricals Acquires Stock and Amateur Licensing Rights for THE LEHMAN TRILOGY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 14, 2022

Concord Theatricals has secured exclusive worldwide English language stock and amateur licensing rights to The Lehman Trilogy for its Samuel French imprint. On Sunday, the title earned five Tony Awards, including Best Play, making it the most awarded play of the 2021-2022 season. ...


Video: Patti LuPone & Nathan Lane Star in Ari Aster's BEAU IS AFRAID Photo Video: Patti LuPone & Nathan Lane Star in Ari Aster's BEAU IS AFRAID
by Michael Major - April 04, 2023

Broadway legends Patti LuPone and Nathan Lane are headed to the big screen for A24's upcoming horror film, Beau Is Afraid. In the video trailer, Patti LuPone's voice can be heard as Beau's mother, Mona Wassermann. The film also includes Stephen McKinley Henderson, Amy Ryan, Richard Kind, Kylie Roger...






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