Rita Moreno News

Laguna Playhouse and Lythgoe Family Productions have announced that Sally Struthers will star as “Madame Gothel” in the world premiere of RAPUNZEL AND HER HOLIDAY WISH, written by Kris Lythgoe, directed by Becky Lythgoe, supervising director is Bonnie Lythgoe, choreography by Becca Sweitzer and musical direction by Andy Street. 

On Thursday, Good Morning America featured a special segment highlighting the new ¡Viva! Broadway exhibit at the Museum of Broadway, which celebrates Latiné and Hispanic heritage on Broadway. Luis A. Miranda Jr., father of Lin-Manuel Miranda, was interviewed along with EGOT winner Rita Moreno. 

Jane Fonda will be the narrator for the U.S. premiere of Rufus Wainwright’s new work and Los Angeles Master Chorale co-commission, Dream Requiem. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Colman Domingo is in talks to join Spielberg's 'event film,' which hits theaters on May 15, 2026. If cast, he would join previously announced actors Emily Blunt, Colin Firth, and Eve Hewson.

Along with Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul have won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Original Music And Lyrics for their work in Only Murders in the Building. They won for the viral patter song 'Which of the Pickwick Triplets Did It?' sung by Steve Martin in season three of the acclaimed series.

EGOT-winner Rita Moreno, Tony Award-winner Ben Vereen, and stage and screen legend sisters Hayley and Juliet Mills are set to attend the TCM Classic Cruise, sailing October 26, 2024, from Fort Lauderdale to Cozumel and Disney Castaway Cay on the Disney Magic.

Darryl Reuben Hall, a celebrated Broadway artist, will perform a solo cabaret show at The Winter Park Playhouse Spotlight Cabaret Series on September 25 and 26, 2024. Don't miss this special event.

Lesher Center Presents revealed the diverse lineup of artists and genres from the worlds of Broadway, jazz, dance, world-music, and more that will make up the 2024/25 season Headliners Series. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Actress Gena Rowlands has passed away. Learn more about Rowlands' life and work.

Portland’s Pink Martini is celebrating their 30th Anniversary this year. The festivities include a massive North American tour and the release of new music this Summer and Fall. Now, they share the first of the new music, their take on the 1947 single “I Told Ya I Love Ya, Now Get Out.”

Living in Palm Springs sitting down with Broadway gypsy Joe Giamalva who has played in many arenas from stage to screen as a sought-after actor/dancer/producer. He also entertained several generations of television viewers on Saturday morning children’s classics H.R. PufnStuf, Land Of The Lost, and Disney Channel favorites. Joe is working on a brand new one-man show about his life and career.

The American Film Institute (AFI) conferred a Doctorate of Fine Arts degree honoris causa for contributions of distinction to the art of the moving image upon Jamie Lee Curtis during the AFI Conservatory’s Class of 2024 commencement ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. 

Pink Martini - the renowned musical group from Portland, known for its eclectic blend of classical, jazz, and Latin music - is celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year. The celebration features a massive North American tour which includes a 2-night stand at Hollywood Bowl on August 23 and 24 with Andrew Bird Trio opening.

BroadwaySF High School Musical Theatre Awards, a regional awards program that recognizes outstanding achievement in high school musical theatre, is set to launch. Learn more!

The SAG-AFTRA Foundation is launching its Legacy Collection today, offering a comprehensive archive of interviews and materials celebrating the contributions of actors and performers in the entertainment industry. Learn more!

Broadway & Vine recently kicked off its 2024 season with Academy Award® Winner Ariana DeBose at Carneros Resort’s Vineyard Lawn in Napa Valley, where she was surprised by Rita Moreno. Check out photos here!

Classic holiday tunes come to life as Steppenwolf Theatre presents Jane Lynch’s A SWINGIN’ LITTLE CHRISTMAS. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

This July, Broadway fans can beat the heat with a new installment in the beloved Descendants franchise, watch a documentary about stage and screen actress Faye Dunaway, or revisit old favorite musical films such as West Side Story and The Wiz.

Emily Blunt, who was recently nominated for an Academy Award for her performance in Oppenheimer, may be appearing in the next film from prolific director Steven Spielberg. If cast, Blunt is said to be playing one of two leads. This will be the first time she works with the director.

Head Over Heels is a jukebox musical with music and lyrics from the catalog of 1980s girl band The Go-Go’s. With a book by Jeff Whitty, adapted by James Magruder, the plot is derived from the 16th century play The Countess of Pembroke’s Arcadia by Sir Philip Sidney. Head Over Heels opened on Broadway in 2018 and ran for six months. It is currently running through June 16 at Albuquerque Little Theatre in Albuquerque, NM.