Fourth Annual Academy Museum Gala to Honor Rita Moreno, Paul Mescal and Quentin Tarantino
by Josh Sharpe
- Jun 10, 2024
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures has announced details of its annual fundraising gala, to be held on October 19, 2024. The Academy Museum Gala will celebrate the acclaimed museum’s third anniversary and will honor Academy Award-nominated actor Paul Mescal; Academy Award-winning actress, singer, and dancer Rita Moreno; and two-time Academy Award-winning and six-time Academy Award-nominated writer and director Quentin Tarantino.
Video: Alicia Keys Says HELL'S KITCHEN Is an 'Open Door' For Those Who Have Never Seen a Broadway Show
by Josh Sharpe
- Jun 4, 2024
Alicia Keys stopped by The Late Show With Stephen Colbert to discuss her new musical, Hell's Kitchen, which has been nominated for 13 Tony Awards. In the interview, she talked about her love for theatre and performing, and when she knew she wanted to do it for a living. She also discussed Hell's Kitchen, and how it serves as a great gateway musical for those that are perhaps new to the medium. Watch the interview!
SURROGATE Comes to New York Live Arts This Month
by Stephi Wild
- Jun 4, 2024
New York Live Arts will present the World Premiere of Ashley R.T. Yergens’ SURROGATE, a premature birthday celebration for a frozen embryo and an extremely loose re-imagination of Oprah Winfrey’s 2008 interview with Thomas Beatie the “Pregnant man.”
Prima Theatre Reveals 2024-25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild
- May 17, 2024
With a commitment to experiential concerts and contemporary theater, Prima Theatre will present its much-anticipated 2024-2025 season, themed 'STEP INTO YOUR MOST BOLD & BEAUTIFUL LIFE.' This season’s lineup promises an exhilarating array of experiences that will leave audiences buzzing with excitement at every turn.
THE COLOR PURPLE to be Presented at Arts Garage in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- May 7, 2024
Arts Garage is presenting another stirring and thought-provoking theatrical event—with general admission tickets priced at only $10 each. Learn more about The Color Purple and see how to purchase tickets.
H.E.R. to Produce and Star in Majorettes Film From Oprah Winfrey and 20th Century Studios
by Josh Sharpe
- Apr 25, 2024
According to reports, the artist H. E. R. will be working with Oprah Winfrey on a new project about a young ballet dancer in Atlanta. The film will mark her second collaboration with Winfrey, following her role in 2023's The Color Purple, where she played the character of Squeak. Winfrey will produce with her company Harpo Films and H. E. R. is set to develop, produce, and star in the 20th Century Studios film.
THE COLOR PURPLE Director Blitz Bazawule to Direct Upcoming BLACK SAMURAI
by Josh Sharpe
- Apr 10, 2024
Fresh off the heals of his 2023 musical hit The Color Purple, director Blitz Bazawule has found his next project. According to Variety, the director will be working with Warner Bros. on a new take on the story of Yasuke, the 16th century African warrior. In addition to Warner Bros, three other studios were also interested in the project, resulting in a bidding war.
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