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Orville Peck to make Broadway debut in Cabaret

Orville Peck will make his Broadway debut as the Emcee in the musical Cabaret starting March 31st, showcasing his theatrical talents.

Oliver!: Consider yourself duty bound to get a ticket

Matthew Bourne's revived Oliver! extends its run due to its dynamic choreography and revitalized character portrayals, blending gothic elements with enduring musicality.

Where's the 'Christmas Carol' for Hanukkah? This theater has an answer.

The rehearsal for "A Hanukkah Carol" emphasizes the unique creative challenges and cultural significance of a Jewish adaptation of a holiday classic.

Everything's Coming Up Joy Woods

Joy Woods is set to star in the revival of Gypsy alongside Audra McDonald, marking a significant moment in her career.

Joyful musical Titanique' puts Celine Dion center stage | amNewYork

The musical 'Titanic' reinterprets the iconic story through Celine Dion's music, presenting a joyful homage rather than a traditional tragedy.

Six' musical returns to the Bay Area for San Jose, San Francisco stands

The popular musical Six returns to the Bay Area in April for performances in San Francisco and San Jose.

Orville Peck to make Broadway debut in Cabaret

Orville Peck will make his Broadway debut as the Emcee in the musical Cabaret starting March 31st, showcasing his theatrical talents.

Oliver!: Consider yourself duty bound to get a ticket

Matthew Bourne's revived Oliver! extends its run due to its dynamic choreography and revitalized character portrayals, blending gothic elements with enduring musicality.

Where's the 'Christmas Carol' for Hanukkah? This theater has an answer.

The rehearsal for "A Hanukkah Carol" emphasizes the unique creative challenges and cultural significance of a Jewish adaptation of a holiday classic.

Everything's Coming Up Joy Woods

Joy Woods is set to star in the revival of Gypsy alongside Audra McDonald, marking a significant moment in her career.

Joyful musical Titanique' puts Celine Dion center stage | amNewYork

The musical 'Titanic' reinterprets the iconic story through Celine Dion's music, presenting a joyful homage rather than a traditional tragedy.

Six' musical returns to the Bay Area for San Jose, San Francisco stands

The popular musical Six returns to the Bay Area in April for performances in San Francisco and San Jose.
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#wicked

'Wicked' proves it's just as 'Popular' on big screen as on Broadway

Wicked's film adaptation had a record-breaking opening, earning $164 million worldwide, thanks to its ensemble cast and visionary direction.

Wicked review Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande make the magic happen

Wicked offers a polished adaptation filled with heart, driven by strong performances and timely themes, surpassing expectations for cinematic depth.

Review: Wicked' on the big screen is mostly magical

The film adaptation of Wicked enchants audiences with its vibrant visuals and strong musical performances, successfully capturing the essence of the original story.

'Wicked' stars show up at movie theater in surprising Bay Area city

The 'Wicked' film screening featured a surprise Q&A with stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, showcasing their insights into performance and vocal training.

Wicked review Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are a blast in sugar-rush Wizard of Oz fantasy

The film adaptation of 'Wicked' reinterprets the backstory of the Wicked Witch, adding depth and complexity to her character.

Wicked: Part Two Is Getting Two New Songs

Wicked: Part Two will introduce new songs and potentially new characters, bridging the story with The Wizard of Oz.

'Wicked' proves it's just as 'Popular' on big screen as on Broadway

Wicked's film adaptation had a record-breaking opening, earning $164 million worldwide, thanks to its ensemble cast and visionary direction.

Wicked review Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande make the magic happen

Wicked offers a polished adaptation filled with heart, driven by strong performances and timely themes, surpassing expectations for cinematic depth.

Review: Wicked' on the big screen is mostly magical

The film adaptation of Wicked enchants audiences with its vibrant visuals and strong musical performances, successfully capturing the essence of the original story.

'Wicked' stars show up at movie theater in surprising Bay Area city

The 'Wicked' film screening featured a surprise Q&A with stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, showcasing their insights into performance and vocal training.

Wicked review Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande are a blast in sugar-rush Wizard of Oz fantasy

The film adaptation of 'Wicked' reinterprets the backstory of the Wicked Witch, adding depth and complexity to her character.

Wicked: Part Two Is Getting Two New Songs

Wicked: Part Two will introduce new songs and potentially new characters, bridging the story with The Wizard of Oz.
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Elton John's $25 million Broadway show announces closing - just five days after opening night

Elton John's 'Tammy Faye' musical is closing after just 29 performances, marking one of the quickest Broadway shutdowns in recent history.

Modern Family' alum Sarah Hyland joins The Great Gatsby' on Broadway

Sarah Hyland will portray Daisy Buchanan in The Great Gatsby musical on Broadway, returning nearly two decades after her first appearance.

Original Broadway Cast Members Of Hadestown Will Star In The London Production Next Year - And Tickets Go On Sale Tomorrow

Five original Broadway cast members of Hadestown will star in the West End production for a limited run next year.

'Wicked' Is an Anomaly: Inside the 20-Year Journey from Stage to Screen

The journey of adapting *Wicked* highlights the interplay between music and storytelling in film.

'Wicked' makes its streaming debut - How to watch the movie on Prime Video

'Wicked' is now streaming on VOD after a successful theater run, offering viewers a chance to enjoy the acclaimed musical adaptation.

Elton John's 'Tammy Faye' musical announces it is closing just days after Broadway debut

The Broadway musical "Tammy Faye" will close just a week after its opening due to poor audience reception and financial performance.

Elton John's $25 million Broadway show announces closing - just five days after opening night

Elton John's 'Tammy Faye' musical is closing after just 29 performances, marking one of the quickest Broadway shutdowns in recent history.

Modern Family' alum Sarah Hyland joins The Great Gatsby' on Broadway

Sarah Hyland will portray Daisy Buchanan in The Great Gatsby musical on Broadway, returning nearly two decades after her first appearance.

Original Broadway Cast Members Of Hadestown Will Star In The London Production Next Year - And Tickets Go On Sale Tomorrow

Five original Broadway cast members of Hadestown will star in the West End production for a limited run next year.

'Wicked' Is an Anomaly: Inside the 20-Year Journey from Stage to Screen

The journey of adapting *Wicked* highlights the interplay between music and storytelling in film.

'Wicked' makes its streaming debut - How to watch the movie on Prime Video

'Wicked' is now streaming on VOD after a successful theater run, offering viewers a chance to enjoy the acclaimed musical adaptation.

Elton John's 'Tammy Faye' musical announces it is closing just days after Broadway debut

The Broadway musical "Tammy Faye" will close just a week after its opening due to poor audience reception and financial performance.
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West End Theatre Preview 2025

London's West End in 2025 showcases a vibrant mix of reimagined classics and innovative new works, catering to diverse audience preferences.

Little Shop of Horrors review classic rock musical gets exuberant modern-day treatment

The adaptation of 'Little Shop of Horrors' modernizes its themes, yet struggles with tonal balance between comedy and serious subject matter.
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Moulin Rouge! The Musical: It's bonkers, and a bit bananas too

Moulin Rouge! transforms into a thrilling musical adaptation that promises excitement and engagement from start to finish.

A Steps Musical Titled 'Here & Now Is Coming To London Next Year

A Steps musical titled 'Here & Now' is coming to London featuring popular songs from the group, appealing to nostalgia among fans.

The best theatre to stream this month: Mathew Baynton's Dream, Hadestown and more

Mathew Baynton's journey from comedy to Shakespeare's Bottom exemplifies his evolving acting prowess.

Goldie Frocks and the Bear Mitzvah: Jewish panto team score another mash-up hit

Goldie Frocks and the Bear Mitzvah reinterprets the classic tale with Yiddish cultural elements, highlighting themes of exploitation and community.

Dylan Mulvaney to star in premiere of a new West End show

Dylan Mulvaney will make her West End concert debut in the musical 'We Aren't Kids Anymore' at the Savoy Theatre on April 28, 2025.

Moulin Rouge! The Musical: It's bonkers, and a bit bananas too

Moulin Rouge! transforms into a thrilling musical adaptation that promises excitement and engagement from start to finish.

A Steps Musical Titled 'Here & Now Is Coming To London Next Year

A Steps musical titled 'Here & Now' is coming to London featuring popular songs from the group, appealing to nostalgia among fans.

The best theatre to stream this month: Mathew Baynton's Dream, Hadestown and more

Mathew Baynton's journey from comedy to Shakespeare's Bottom exemplifies his evolving acting prowess.

Goldie Frocks and the Bear Mitzvah: Jewish panto team score another mash-up hit

Goldie Frocks and the Bear Mitzvah reinterprets the classic tale with Yiddish cultural elements, highlighting themes of exploitation and community.

Dylan Mulvaney to star in premiere of a new West End show

Dylan Mulvaney will make her West End concert debut in the musical 'We Aren't Kids Anymore' at the Savoy Theatre on April 28, 2025.
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#film

'The Bride' is the movie to see in 2025

Maggie Gyllenhaal's "The Bride" is set to redefine the classic Frankenstein narrative through a feminist lens and musical storytelling.

FilmWatch Weekly: Tilda Swinton and Michael Shannon sing in 'The End,' Richard Gere regrets in 'Oh, Canada,' and much more * Oregon ArtsWatch

Oppenheimer's latest film merges musical storytelling with a dystopian narrative but struggles with execution and character depth.

'The End' is an Endless Slog Through the Apocalypse

The End is an intriguing but largely unsuccessful attempt at blending apocalyptic themes with musical elements.

'The Bride' is the movie to see in 2025

Maggie Gyllenhaal's "The Bride" is set to redefine the classic Frankenstein narrative through a feminist lens and musical storytelling.

FilmWatch Weekly: Tilda Swinton and Michael Shannon sing in 'The End,' Richard Gere regrets in 'Oh, Canada,' and much more * Oregon ArtsWatch

Oppenheimer's latest film merges musical storytelling with a dystopian narrative but struggles with execution and character depth.

'The End' is an Endless Slog Through the Apocalypse

The End is an intriguing but largely unsuccessful attempt at blending apocalyptic themes with musical elements.
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Mufasa: The Lion King's 'Bye Bye' is a tragedy for Disney villain songs

Disney has significantly reduced the number of animated villains, resulting in fewer memorable villain songs over the years.
The release of 'This Is the Thanks I Get?!' in Disney's Wish marks an encouraging return of villain songs after a long hiatus.
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The musical at the end of the world

The End uses the musical genre to explore themes of false hope and existential despair in a post-apocalyptic setting.

Review | 'The End' is a musical family drama for the postapocalypse

"The End" is a unique and ambitious post-apocalyptic musical that explores family dynamics and existential themes, albeit with mixed execution and engagement.

The musical at the end of the world

The End uses the musical genre to explore themes of false hope and existential despair in a post-apocalyptic setting.

Review | 'The End' is a musical family drama for the postapocalypse

"The End" is a unique and ambitious post-apocalyptic musical that explores family dynamics and existential themes, albeit with mixed execution and engagement.
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Jennifer Lopez's buzzy new movie musical will premiere at Sundance

Jennifer Lopez's new movie-musical "Kiss of the Spider Woman" will premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.

For the Characters of 'Emilia Perez' to Evolve, So Too Did the Filmmakers

'Emilia Pérez' is a bold musical that skillfully blends genres, telling a complex story about identity, family, and resilience within a cartel framework.

A musical parody about Raygun, the Olympic breakdancer, has been stopped by her lawyers

Rachael "Raygun" Gunn's lawyers halted a parody musical inspired by her viral Olympic moment, citing brand integrity concerns.
#elton-john

Elton John attends Devil Wears Prada musical premiere despite tragic health news

Elton John attended the premiere of his musical despite vision loss, showcasing resilience and support for creativity.

Elton John reveals he lost his eyesight after battling an infection

Elton John's eyesight has significantly deteriorated, but he continues to share his passion for music, supported by his husband during difficult times.

Elton John reveals he is unable to watch his own musical after losing eyesight

Elton John cannot see his musical due to severe vision loss, but he expresses gratitude for support from family and friends.

Elton John unable to 'watch own musical' after eyesight loss

Sir Elton John has lost his eyesight and cannot watch 'The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical', but enjoys listening to it.

Elton John said he lost his eyesight and couldn't see the premiere of his new musical

Elton John is unable to watch his new musical due to impaired vision from a severe eye infection.

Elton John attends Devil Wears Prada musical premiere despite tragic health news

Elton John attended the premiere of his musical despite vision loss, showcasing resilience and support for creativity.

Elton John reveals he lost his eyesight after battling an infection

Elton John's eyesight has significantly deteriorated, but he continues to share his passion for music, supported by his husband during difficult times.

Elton John reveals he is unable to watch his own musical after losing eyesight

Elton John cannot see his musical due to severe vision loss, but he expresses gratitude for support from family and friends.

Elton John unable to 'watch own musical' after eyesight loss

Sir Elton John has lost his eyesight and cannot watch 'The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical', but enjoys listening to it.

Elton John said he lost his eyesight and couldn't see the premiere of his new musical

Elton John is unable to watch his new musical due to impaired vision from a severe eye infection.
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Review: S.F. Playhouse's 'Waitress' needs more time in the oven

The musical 'Waitress' balances themes of kindness and abuse, showcasing the complexity of its characters while celebrating everyday life in an unpretentious way.

Faustian Bargains in "Death Becomes Her" and "Burnout Paradise"

The musical "Death Becomes Her" uses nostalgia while retaining the original film’s core narrative of rivalry and desire for eternal youth.

Steps musical Here & Now announces UK and Ireland tour dates

Steps musical Here & Now is launching its first UK and Ireland tour starting in August 2025, following a successful Birmingham premiere.

Come From Away in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Come From Away narrates how Gander's townsfolk selflessly supported 7,000 stranded travelers after 9/11, showcasing community spirit and resilience.

Review: 'Wicked' is the best movie musical in years

"Wicked" successfully transcends high expectations, delivering an extraordinary film experience that combines outstanding performances, stunning visuals, and memorable songs.

Gerry Mullins: Caught between two lovers - bringing a Swiftian drama to life through song

The musical inspired by Jonathan Swift's relationships with Stella and Vanessa highlights themes of friendship and literary legacy.

Jacques Audiard on Emilia Perez' and Learning to Make a Musical

Jacques Audiard's 'Emilia Perez' merges crime and musical genres, exploring contemporary issues like gender identity within Mexico's drug wars.
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