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Photos/Video: Jodi Benson, Heather Headley, & More in SWEET MAGNOLIAS Season 4 Trailer and Images
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 24, 2025

Netflix has released the official trailer and new photos for Season 4 of Sweet Magnolias. Among the Season 4 cast is Jodi Benson, playing the character of Cal's mother. Take a look at the trailer and photos here!

Netflix Sets SWEET MAGNOLIAS Season Four Premiere Date, Shares First-Look
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 19, 2024

Netflix has announced a premiere date for the much-anticipated fourth season of Sweet Magnolias, with all ten episodes premiering Thursday, February 6, 2025.

The Netflix Reality Universe Expands with Lineup of New Unscripted Shows, Renewals and Games
by Josh Sharpe - May 30, 2024

Netflix has unveiled an exciting lineup of new and returning unscripted series, further cementing its status as the ultimate destination for unscripted programming for viewers globally. The Netflix Reality Universe expands with new and returning shows and games based on fan-favorite hits. 

Video: BEAUTIFUL Star Jessie Mueller Joins FLY ME TO THE MOON; Watch New Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 11, 2024

Jessie Mueller, known to Broadway fans for her role as Carole King in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, will be appearing in the upcoming film Fly Me to the Moon alongside Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum. See the trailer for the film here!

Netflix Renews SWEET MAGNOLIAS For a Fourth Season
by Michael Major - Oct 19, 2023

Sweet Magnolias follows lifelong best friends Maddie (JoAnna Garcia Swisher), Dana Sue (Brooke Elliott), and Helen (Heather Headley) as they juggle relationships, family, and careers in the charming small town of Serenity, SC. Season 3 premiered on Netflix on July 20, 2023 and debuted at #1.

Shark Tank's Kevin O'learly Stops By THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2023

Shark Tank star Kevin O'learly (Mr. Wonderful) joined The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast this week. Alongside Peterpaul, the entrepreneur discussed how honesty is the best form of kindness, Bethenny Frankel's reality TV revolution, his new Chef Wonderful venture, and so much more.

Megan Hilty Talks WICKED And More On THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 11, 2023

Wicked alum Megan Hilty took a trip back down the yellow brick road, sharing how Idina Menzel changed her life. The Tony-nominee told The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul that Menzel calmed her down the very first time she went on as Glinda. Hear the full episode below!

​Tony-Nominee L Morgan Lee, Linedy Genao & More Stop By THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 7, 2023

Tony-nominee L Morgan Lee, Linedy Genao and Taylor Haven Holt joined The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul live from BroadwayCon. Alongside Peterpaul, the A Strange Loop, Bad Cinderella and Back to the Future the Musical talents discuss how rehearsal processes can be safer and kinder, plus so much more.

Listen: Broadway Star Megan Hilty Stops By THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 31, 2023

Robert Peterpaul and The Art of Kindness podcast, which promotes kindness on Broadway and beyond, welcome Tony-nominee Megan Hilty. Listen to the episode!

Listen: HERE LIES LOVE Star Arielle Jacobs Talks Playing Imelda Marcos with Empathy & More on The Art of Kindness Podcast
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 24, 2023

The Broadway star discusses approaching playing Imelda Marcos with empathy, acts of kindness on Broadway from her brother Adam Jacobs (Aladdin) and much more. The episode can now be streamed wherever you listen to podcasts or on Broadway Podcast Network.

SWEET MAGNOLIAS Showrunner Sheryl J. Anderson Stops By THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2023

Robert Peterpaul and The Art of Kindness podcast, which promotes kindness on Broadway and beyond, are thrilled to welcome Sweet Magnolias showrunner Sheryl J. Anderson. The writer discusses running a positive television set, working alongside her children, the WGA strike and much more.

Jessie Mueller Talks Self-Acceptance, Chita Rivera's Act of Kindness, and More on the ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 11, 2023

Robert Peterpaul and The Art of Kindness podcast, which promotes kindness on Broadway and beyond, welcomed Tony-winner Jessie Mueller to the Art of Kindness podcast, which promotes kindness in the entertainment industry and beyond.

Listen: Andrew Barth Feldman, Corbin Bleu, and More Give Advice For Young Artists on ART OF KINDNESS
by Stephi Wild - Jul 5, 2023

Step onto the Jimmy Awards red carpet with Robert Peterpaul and The Art of Kindness podcast, which promotes kindness on Broadway and beyond. Hear from celebrity attendees like Corbin Bleu (High School Musical), Andrew Barth Feldman (No Hard Feelings), Eva Noblezada (Hadestown), and Justin David Sullivan (&Juliet).

Video: Watch Heather Headley in Netflix's SWEET MAGNOLIAS Season Three Trailer
by Michael Major - Jun 30, 2023

Netflix has released the trailer for season three of Sweet Magnolias, starring Tony winner Heather Headley. The series features Chris Medlin, who has been seen on Broadway in Mean Girls and Diana: the Musical. Sweet Magnolias centers around three best friends who live in a small town where everybody knows everybody. Watch the video trailer now!

Listen: Broadway's Desi Oakley Shares Best Advice For Young Performers On ART OF KINDNESS
by Stephi Wild - Jun 29, 2023

Robert Peterpaul, in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, welcome Broadway star Desi Oakley to The Art of Kindness podcast, which promotes kindness in the entertainment industry and beyond.

Listen: Laura Benanti Talks Acts of Kindness From Jennifer Lawrence & More on THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 26, 2023

Listen to Laura Benanti on the latest episode of The Art of Kindness podcast!

Go Inside Jimmy Awards Rehearsal With THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 25, 2023

Join host Robert Peterpaul at The Juilliard School in NYC as he speaks with Jimmy's founder and director Van Kaplan, choreographer Kiesha LaLama, President of The Broadway League Charlotte St. Martin, and high school nominees.

Listen: Jodie Comer, Sean Hayes & More Talk Winning Tony Award On ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2023

Robert Peterpaul, in association with the Broadway Podcast Network, will present a 2023 Tony Awards special episode to The Art of Kindness podcast, which promotes kindness in the entertainment industry and beyond.

Listen: Broadway's Javier Munoz Shares Moving HAMILTON Act Of Kindness & More on THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
by Stephi Wild - Jun 15, 2023

Broadway star Javier Muñoz recently spoke with The Art of Kindness podcast, which promotes kindness in the entertainment industry and beyond. The In the Heights star opens up about acts of kindness in Hamilton, working on the new musical album My Heart Says Go alongside Jessie Mueller, making theatre accessible, self-acceptance and so much more.

Listen: Rob McClure Talks Kindness On Broadway & More On THE ART OF KINDNESS Podcast
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2023

Tony-nominated Broadway star Rob McClure stops by the latest episde of The Art of Kindness podcast. The performer opens up about his full-circle Beetlejuice moment, acts of kindness, being kind to yourself as an actor and so much more.