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Leslie Odom, Jr. to Headline Goodman Theatre Centennial Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025

Tony and Grammy Award-winning performer Leslie Odom, Jr., known for his portrayal of Aaron Burr in the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical Hamilton, will headline the Goodman Theatre Centennial Gala. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Harvard's Hasty Pudding Theatricals Names Cynthia Erivo 2025 Woman of the Year
by Stephi Wild - Jan 22, 2025

The Hasty Pudding Theatricals has named Emmy, Tony, Grammy-winning and two-time Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo as the recipient of its 2025 Woman of the Year Award. 

Daisy Ridley Will Narrate New World Symphony's Performance of FROM THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
by Stephi Wild - Sep 12, 2024

The New World Symphony (NWS), America’s Orchestral Academy, announced that actress Daisy Ridley will narrate the season-opening performance of From the Diary of Anne Frank, composed by NWS Co-Founder and Artistic Director Laureate Michael Tilson Thomas, and led by Artistic Director Stéphane Denève at New World Center.

PBS to Air Blake Edwards Documentary With New Interviews From Julie Andrews, Lesley Ann Warren, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 16, 2024

PBS is set to air American Masters – Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames nationwide Tuesday, August 27 at 9 p.m. ET. Featuring never-before-seen archival video and stills, the film offers an exploration into the filmmaker’s complex life and genre-spanning career, as shared by filmmakers and family. 

Casts Set for THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD & THE CAT AND THE CANARY At Chichester Festival Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 15, 2024

The casts have been revealed for THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD and THE CAT & THE CANARY at Chichester Festival Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: DEATHTRAP at Red Sandcastle Theatre
by Louis Train - Jul 8, 2024

I reckon it’s a stroke of producing genius to launch a run of DEATHTRAP, Ira Levin’s classic meta-thriller, on the same day that the Toronto Fringe Festival kicks off. Fringe plays tend to be edgy, experimental, personal, and always of their moment; DEATHTRAP, a sturdy two-acter about a playwright whose idea for a murder mystery becomes reality, is safe, comfortable. Fringe is hot sauce; DEATHTRAP is a fine mayonnaise.

WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY Begins Production; See New Photo
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2024

Wake Up Dead Man, the next installment in the Knives Out franchise has officially begun production. Director Rian Johnson took to X/Twitter to announce the news on Monday, including a new look at Daniel Craig as Detective Benoit Blanc. Take a look at the photo here!

Josh Brolin Joins Cast of WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 3, 2024

According to reports, Josh Brolin has become the latest actor to join the upcoming Knives Out installment, Wake Up Dead Man. He joins the previously announced Jeremy Renner, Mila Kunis, Daryl McCormack, Glenn Close, Kerry Washington, Josh O'Connor, Cailee Spaeny, and Andrew Scott. The details of their roles are being kept under wraps.

Leslie Odom, Jr. to Bring 2024 Christmas Tour to BroadwaySF's Golden Gate Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 3, 2024

Leslie Odom, Jr. will perform his 2024 Christmas tour at BroadwaySF's Golden Gate Theatre this November.

Leslie Odom, Jr. Will Embark on 2024 Christmas Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jun 3, 2024

Leslie Odom, Jr. has announced that he will embark on a Christmas tour this holiday season! The Broadway veteran and singer revealed that he will be performing 'holiday classics, seasonal favorites, and some surprises!'

Glenn Close Joins Cast of WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024

According to reports, Glenn Close has become the latest actor to join the next Knives Out installment, Wake Up Dead Man. She joins the previously announced Kerry Washington, Josh O'Connor, Cailee Spaeny, and Andrew Scott. The details of their roles are being kept under wraps. The film will hit Netflix sometime in 2025.

Kerry Washington Joins WAKE UP DEAD MAN: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY
by Josh Sharpe - May 29, 2024

According to reports, Kerry Washington has become the latest actor to be announced for the upcoming Knives Out installment, Wake Up Dead Man. She joins the previously announced Josh O'Connor, Cailee Spaeny, and Andrew Scott. The details of their roles are being kept under wraps. The highly anticipated film will hit Netflix sometime in 2025.

Josh O'Connor, Andrew Scott, & Cailee Spaeny Join KNIVES OUT 3
by Josh Sharpe - May 28, 2024

Following last week's announcement that Knives Out 3 will officially be titled Wake Up Dead Man, subsequent reports have revealed that Josh O'Connor, Cailee Spaeny, and Andrew Scott have all joined the whodunnit. They star alongside Daniel Craig, who will be reprising his role as fan-favorite detective Benoit Blanc.

Video: Benoit Blanc Teases the Next KNIVES OUT Film; Title Revealed
by Josh Sharpe - May 24, 2024

We officially have the title for the third installment in the Knives Out franchise. Writer/director Rian Johnson took to X on Friday to announce the next film will be called Wake Up Dead Man, and will be released sometime in 2025. Watch the announcement video!

Will Ferrell to Create and Star in New GOLF Comedy for Netflix
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2024

Netflix has announced a 10 episode order for the scripted comedy GOLF from Will Ferrell, Ramy Youssef and Josh Rabinowitz. The series stars Ferrell, in his first TV comedy series, as a fictional golf legend. Youssef will play a role as well. 

Photos: First Look at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's QUEEN
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 9, 2024

Two women dream of shattering academia’s glass ceiling and saving the bees in Queen, presented by TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. Written by San Jose-born playwright and filmmaker Madhuri Shekar (House of Joy, Amazon/Blumhouse’s Evil Eye, HBO’s “The Nevers”), this topical and engaging work follows Sanam and Ariel, Ph. D. candidates from India and the U.S., as they research the collapse of bee colonies worldwide.

New Block Of Tickets On Sale For GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert Starring George Salazar, Colton Ryan and More
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 2, 2024

Keen Company announces new block of tickets for GLORY DAYS benefit concert featuring Jordan Dobson, Derek Klena, Colton Ryan, and George Salazar. One-night-only event at Symphony Space.

Photos: Leslie Odom, Jr. Honored With Sardi's Portrait
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2024

On Friday, January 17th, Tony and Grammy Award winner Leslie Odom, Jr. was honored with a caricature portrait at the famed theater district establishment, Sardi’s. See photos!

QUEEN Comes to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2024

Two women dream of shattering academia’s glass ceiling and saving the bees in Queen, presented by TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. The show will be presented March 6-31, 2024.

Jordan Dobson and George Salazar Join Keen Company's GLORY DAYS Benefit Concert
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2024

Complete casting has been announced for Keen Company's upcoming benefit concert of Glory Days by Nick Blaemire and James Gardiner. Find out who is joining the cast here!