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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Meat Loaf Teases New Series ‘I’d Do Anything for Love…But I Won’t Do That’: ‘It’s a Relationship Show and a Rock Concert’ by Will Thorne

A long time ago, Meat Loaf would do anything to get his idea for a relationship game show off the ground, but now it’s finally happening. The iconic rock star is set to executive produce a…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:45PM
Monday, April 26, 2021

TV Ratings: Patrick Dempsey’s ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Return Tops Thursday Night by Will Thorne

The “Grey’s Anatomy” season 17 premiere heralded the return of Patrick Dempsey as Dr. Derek “McDreamy” Shepherd in an extended dream sequence. Dempsey’s shocking appearance helpe…

SOURCE: Variety at 07:38PM
Monday, December 28, 2020

‘His Dark Materials’: Lin-Manuel Miranda Breaks Down the Season 2 Finale by Will Thorne

SPOILER ALERT: Do not read if you have not yet watched the second season finale of “His Dark Materials.” Fans of Philip Pullman’s “His Dark Materials” trilogy, Lin-Manuel Miranda …

SOURCE: Variety at 09:50PM
Monday, April 8, 2019

TV Shows to Watch the Week of April 8, 2019: ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘Fosse/Verdon’ by Will Thorne

Welcome back to Tune In: our weekly newsletter offering a guide to the best of the week’s TV. Each week, Variety’s TV team combs through the week’s schedule, selecting our picks of wha…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:00PM
Thursday, March 21, 2019

Studio Marketing Chiefs Discuss the Theatrical vs. Netflix Oscars Debate by Will Thorne

On a day where a large part of the Fox marketing department was wiped out in the aftermath of the Disney merger, a group of marketing chiefs from other studios and streamers sat down at the …

SOURCE: Variety at 08:19PM
Thursday, March 7, 2019

‘Shameless’ Team Talks Emmy Rossum’s Exit: ‘It’ll Be Pretty Crazy’ by Will Thorne

After eight years of holding the Gallagher family together, Emmy Rossum announced in August she was leaving “Shameless.” Her final episode, the Season 9 finale, airs on Mar. 10, and at t…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:58PM
Monday, March 4, 2019

Luke Perry, ‘90210’ and ‘Riverdale’ Star, Dies at 52 by Will Thorne

Actor Luke Perry, known for roles in “Beverly Hills 90210” and “Riverdale,” died on Monday after suffering a massive stroke on Wednesday. He was 52. “[Perry] was surrounded by his …

SOURCE: Variety at 12:51PM

Netflix to Celebrate ‘Laugh-In’ 50th Anniversary With Original Star Lily Tomlin by Will Thorne

Netflix has announced it will pay tribute to the iconic sketch comedy show “Laugh-In” with a special event at the Dolby Theater on March 8. “Still Laugh-In: The Stars Celebrate” will…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:25PM
Thursday, March 30, 2017

‘Hamilton’s’ Phillipa Soo on Super Bowl Performance, Starring in ‘Amélie’ by Will Thorne

Juilliard alumna Phillipa Soo is coming off a deep dive into Americana, having originated the role of Elizabeth Schuyler in “Hamilton” and performing “America the Beautiful” before t…

SOURCE: Variety at 12:45PM
Tuesday, March 21, 2017

James Corden, Broadway Stars Perform Donald Trump Musical by Will Thorne

Broadway might just have another smash-hit political musical headed its way: “Donald: The Musical”… or maybe not. However, at least James Corden is willing to give it a cha…

SOURCE: Variety at 01:58PM
Friday, March 10, 2017

‘La La Land’ Composer Justin Hurwitz, ‘American Gods’ Cast Set for Lionsgate’s Austin Lounge by Will Thorne

Two-time Oscar-winning “La La Land” composer Justin Hurwitz and the cast of “American Gods” are among those stopping by at the Lionsgate Lounge this weekend in Austin…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:52PM
Thursday, March 9, 2017

‘Kong: Skull Island’ Director Says Movie Is ‘King Kong’ Meets ‘Apocalypse Now’ by Will Thorne

With ’70s rock tunes blaring and the dark figure of a life-sized King Kong looming in the background, Wednesday night’s “Kong: Skull Island” L.A. premiere truly felt …

SOURCE: Variety at 12:36PM
Thursday, March 2, 2017

‘DuckTales’ Gets New Trailer, Second Season Order from Disney XD by Will Thorne

Prepare for some more quackingly good adventures: Not only is the “DuckTales” crew returning summer, they’re getting a second season order before the first even premieres…

SOURCE: Variety at 05:06PM
Sunday, February 26, 2017

‘La La Land’s’ ‘City of Stars’ Lyricist Gives Shout Out to Arts in Public Schools at Oscars by Will Thorne

“City of Stars” from “La La Land” shined bright at the 89th Academy Awards, winning the statuette for best original song. Benj Pasek, one of the song’s lyrici…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:43PM

John Legend Wows the City of Stars With ‘La La Land’ Oscars Performance by Will Thorne

City of stars, are you shining just for John Legend? The Oscar-winner, who has also won 10 Grammys, took to the Dolby Theatre stage and sent the audience to dreamland with a soulful mash-up…

SOURCE: Variety at 11:15PM
Wednesday, February 15, 2017

Denzel Washington Has Trouble Remembering His Famous Movie Lines (Watch) by Will Thorne

Denzel Washington may have seen every film he’s ever appeared in, but the question is, can the actor remember his most famous lines from those movies? During Tuesday’s appearance…

SOURCE: Variety at 03:21PM
Monday, February 6, 2017

Costume Designer Mary Zophres Went From ‘Hail, Caesar!’ to ‘La La Land’ by Will Thorne

In her 23-year career in costume design, Mary Zophres has worked for the biggest directors in the business, outfitting all manner of stars on their films. Having garnered her second Oscar no…

SOURCE: Variety at 04:33PM

Lady Gaga Announces ‘Joanne’ World Tour by Will Thorne

After her soaring leap from Houston’s NRG Stadium roof to open the Super Bowl LI halftime show, Lady Gaga has announced she will be jumping into a world tour later this year. With her …

SOURCE: Variety at 02:16PM

Mary Zophres on ‘La La Land’ Costumes and George Clooney’s ‘Hail, Caesar!’ Dress by Will Thorne

In her 23-year career in costume design, Mary Zophres has designed for the biggest stars and directors in the business, from George Clooney, to Scarlett Johansson, to the Coen brothers. Havi…

SOURCE: Variety at 02:00PM

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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
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