‘Mamma Mia!’ returning to Broadway provided a radiant lift to NYC after 9/11
Return of “Mamma Mia!” to the Winter Garden Theatre How could anyone resist the charm? After nearly a decade, the iconic “Mamma Mia!” marquee is back at the Winter Garden Theatre on 50th Avenue, where it lit up the area for 12 years. A friend of mine excitedly snapped a picture of the famous poster […]
‘The Gilded Age’ Brings Broadway Star Jordan Donica as Peggy Scott’s New Romantic Interest, Dr. William Kirkland
Peggy Scott (played by Denne Benton) finally finds herself in an interesting situation in the latest episode of The Gilded Age. Season 3, Episode 2, titled “What the Papers Say,” introduces Dr. William Kirkland (Jordan Donica), a Black doctor who complicates her life. While Peggy is unwell in bed, the end of the episode suggests […]
Jean Smart is talented, but the Broadway play is poorly done
Theatre Review: Call Me Izzy 85 minutes without a break. Studio 54, 254 W. 54th St. Jan Smart is definitely on a high note in her career, having won multiple Emmy Awards for her praised portrayal of the “hacking” comedian Deborah Vance over the last several years. With her newfound fame, it seems like she […]
Reflecting on the great days of Broadway as the Tonys approach
Grand Old Days on B’way Back in 1626, Peter Minuit, the first governor of the colony, purchased New York for 60 guilders, which is about $24 today. Now, I’m curious—what’s the drink of choice during Broadway show intermissions? Canal Street was once a tangled web, and honestly, it still is. Even back then, the newcomers […]
Pedicabs playing loud music disrupt Broadway shows and create chaos for Midtown drivers as NYC seeks to implement a theater ban
Rogue Pedicabs Cause Commotion on Broadway It seems Broadway is bustling with more than just theatergoers these days. The so-called “Rogue” pedicabs, which blast New York-themed tunes throughout the theater district, are reportedly causing disruptions during performances. This scenario is forcing actors and staff to navigate busy sidewalks and unpredictable traffic. Kenneth Winter, a representative […]
Kaia Gerber and Lewis Pullman spotted on a date night in Broadway
Kaia Gerber and her new partner, Lewis Pullman, who is set to star in the Marvel film *Thunderbolts* and is the son of actor Bill Pullman, are said to have more than just a casual relationship. Sources indicate that things are definitely heating up between the two. They were recently seen together at a Broadway […]
Trump-led Kennedy Center deflates infamous Broadway union
Kennedy Center Introduces Non-Integrated Programming The Kennedy Center has taken a significant step by launching a non-integrated show, marking a notable shift from its typical programming. Each day, callers are discovering this new pace. The Kennedy Center has released its schedule for the upcoming Theatre season, planned for Monday, 25-26. This includes several shows that […]
568 Broadway continues to flourish after Group Nine Media’s departure.
There might come a day—though it seems uncertain—when real estate experts realize that the exit of tenants and loan expirations at a certain office building don’t spell doom for the property. Take, for example, 568 Broadway, a striking 12-story building in Soho that Eric Hadar of Allied Partners and Bobby Cayre of Aurora Capital have […]
Los Angeles Apparel sets to launch its first store in NYC at 480 Broadway.
Dov Charney’s Los Angeles Apparel has opened its first store in New York, partnering with KPG Fund. The new location is situated at 480 Broadway, between Bloom Street and Grand Street. This expansive 24,687 square-foot space was previously occupied by Topshop, placing it right in the midst of SoHo’s growing retail landscape. All products from […]
Shia LaBeouf slept in Central Park while preparing for a controversial Broadway show.
Shia LaBeouf is candidly discussing the challenging phases of his acting career. The actor, who has been a part of Hollywood since he was quite young, is currently promoting his new film “Henry Johnson.” In a conversation, he addressed his past conflict with Alec Baldwin, which stemmed from a Broadway production called “Orphans” back in […]