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Thursday, January 4, 2024

Tap dancing star and choreographer Maurice Hines dies at 80 by Andrew Limbong

Maurice Hines, dancer and choreographer — and evangelist for the art of tap dancing — died Friday at age 80. Hines and his brother, the famed Gregory Hines, helped keep tap in the public…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:06PM
Thursday, October 12, 2023

Taylor Swift Eras Tour Concert Film arrives a day early as reviews come in by Andrew Limbong

In an Instagram post, the pop star announced that her highly anticipated concert film will be released today, earlier than expected.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 03:19PM
Thursday, September 28, 2023

Michael Gambon, who played Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter,' dies at 82 by Andrew Limbong

Gambon was best known for playing Albus Dumbledore in most of the Harry Potter movies. The Irish-born actor got his start on stage and worked under Laurence Olivier.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:25PM
Saturday, November 26, 2022

For playwright Suzan-Lori Parks, theater doesn't just reflect reality – it creates it by Andrew Limbong

With a revival of her Pulitzer-winning play Topdog/Underdog on Broadway, and her new show about COVID off-Broadway, the acclaimed playwright is still learning new things about herself.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 01:42AM
Monday, October 24, 2022

Actor and comedian Leslie Jordan dead at 67 by Andrew Limbong

The Will & Grace actor died following a car crash this morning. Jordan's fame was on the rise as a social media star.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:19PM
Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Working in theater is a grind. But it doesn't have to be by Andrew Limbong

The hours are long and the pay isn't great. But one theater in Baltimore is trying to rethink its labor practices to make theater a better workplace.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 05:49AM
Friday, August 19, 2022

Coroner rules Anne Heche's death an accident by Andrew Limbong

According to the the LA County Coroner's report, the cause was inhalation and thermal injuries. The actor died on Sunday, after she crashed her car earlier this month.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:24PM
Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Keep screwing up egg fried rice. It makes Uncle Roger happy by Andrew Limbong

The YouTube hit is the brainchild of stand up comic Nigel Ng, who's in the middle of a world tour. But can he stand out beyond his character?

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 04:06PM
Tuesday, April 12, 2022

Comedian Gilbert Gottfried has died by Andrew Limbong

According to a post on his verified Twitter feed, he died following a long illness. He was 67.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:18PM
Thursday, February 24, 2022

These hair and makeup workers want to unionize. Their case could have a big impact by Andrew Limbong

Hair and makeup workers at the Atlanta Opera want to collectively bargain. But the opera is arguing that the workers are independent contractors, and not employees.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 01:33PM
Monday, February 21, 2022

Atlanta Opera union fight could set independent contractor precedent by Andrew Limbong

Hair and makeup workers at the Atlanta Opera are looking to join a union. But the opera is arguing that the workers are independent contractors, and not employees.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:24PM
Friday, August 13, 2021

One Of The Biggest Live Music Companies Will Require Full Vaccination by Andrew Limbong

AEG Presents is behind such iconic venues as Webster Hall and The Roxy, as well as the Coachella Music and Arts Festival. The policy starts Oct. 1.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 08:18AM
Thursday, May 13, 2021

Pervis Staples, Founding Member Of The Staple Singers, Dies At Age 85 by Andrew Limbong

Staples, a tenor vocalist, helped to ease his family's iconic gospel group into secular territory, and later found success as a manager and club owner.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 11:33PM
Saturday, March 13, 2021

Shuttered Venue Grants Are Coming In April, After A Long Wait by Andrew Limbong

The live music industry breathed a sigh of relief when Congress passed a $15 billion grant program for struggling venues. But owners still face uncertainty and delays.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:36AM
Friday, October 9, 2020

Broadway's Reopening Is Pushed Back Again by Andrew Limbong

The Broadway League has announced an extension of closures related to COVID-19 to May.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 02:48PM
Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Independent Venues Face Bleak Future Without Aid by Andrew Limbong

Small music venues in the US are looking for a lifeline — and a new bill in Congress called the Restart Act might be it. Advocates say the future of independent clubs relies on government …

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 04:42PM
Friday, April 17, 2020

Tony Award-Winning Actor Brian Dennehy Has Died At The Age Of 81 by Andrew Limbong

Two-time Tony Award winner Brian Dennehy was a towering figure on stage - artistically and physically. He died yesterday of a non-COVID-related heart attack in a Connecticut hospital.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:36AM
Monday, March 2, 2020

New Musical Imagines Michael Jackson's Story As Told By His Famous Glove by Andrew Limbong

For the Love of a Glove explores an alternate history in which Michael Jackson meets a sparkly silver glove from outer space named Thrihil-Lha who gives Michael his talents in exchange for b…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 12:06PM
Tuesday, July 30, 2019

New Faces Emerge At The World's Biggest Comedy Festival by Andrew Limbong

At Just For Laughs in Montreal, a series of events showcase up-and-coming talent — and has a history of giving comics their first big break. Here are 10 top performers from this year.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 04:54PM
Sunday, July 28, 2019

New Faces At This Year's 'Just For Laughs' Comedy Festival by Andrew Limbong

Comedians are in Montreal this weekend for the Just for Laughs festival. One of its showcases is "New Faces" — a launching pad for the careers of Jimmy Fallon, Kevin Hart, Ali Wong and mor…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 09:03PM
Saturday, December 22, 2018

Aaron Sorkin Brings 'To Kill A Mockingbird' To The Broadway Stage by Andrew Limbong

Harper Lee's 1960 novel is now a Broadway play, but not after lawsuits and pushback from the writer's estate. In the play, Atticus Finch looks and sounds a little different than he did in th…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 01:18PM
Thursday, August 30, 2018

Paul Taylor, Giant Of Modern Dance, Has Died by Andrew Limbong

Among the most prolific and influential choreographers of 20th century movement, his movements were often inspired by everyday people doing everyday things. He died Wednesday at age 88.

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 10:32PM
Saturday, July 29, 2017

Just For Laughs Comedy Festival Offers A Look At Up-And-Coming Talent by Andrew Limbong

The international comedy festival draws new and established stand-ups, improvisers, sketch actors, comedy writers. Some people are just looking for a good laugh, but some want to hire the co…

SOURCE: National Public Radio at 07:32PM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards