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Broadway's 'MJ' Gets a Box Office Bump after the Tony Awards
"MJ," the hit-filled Broadway musical about the King of Pop, got a huge bump at the box office after nabbing four Tony Awards and getting valuable exposure in front of millions during its electric telecast performance.
James Rado, who Co-Created Groundbreaking 'Hair,' Dies at 90
James Rado, co-creator of the groundbreaking hippie musical "Hair," which celebrated protest, pot and free love and paved the way for the sound of rock on Broadway, has died. He was 90.
Broadway Theaters Drop their Mask Mandate Starting in July
In another sign that the world of entertainment is returning to pre-pandemic normal, Broadway theaters will no longer demand audiences wear masks starting in July.
Move Over Beanie! Lea Michele Reportedly Wants To Take Over in 'Funny Girl'
The "Glee" star is reportedly waiting in the wings to take over Feldstein's vacated role as Fanny Brice in Broadway's 'Funny Girl.'
Mark Jacoby Finds Neil Diamond's Magic in 'A Beautiful Noise'
Tony-nominated actor Mark Jacoby plays the present-day Neil Diamond in the upcoming jukebox musical based on the singer's life. EDGE spoke to him about taking on the role of a pop icon.
'The Prom' Composer Matthew Sklar
Matthew Sklar, composer of the "The Prom," the snazzy, uplifting queer musical that opens June 22 at the Golden Gate Theatre, discusses the eight-year development of the show, whose themes joyfully take on homophobia in a small town.
Hell, Yes! Surprising Salvation in 'Hadestown' at the Orpheum
At a time when every day's headlines feature collapse, corruption, war, and plague, "Hadestown" works like an angel in devil drag. Its sultry come-on promises to lick you with flame, then anoints you with balm of Gilead.
'Dana H.' at Berkeley Rep: Who's Playing Who?
You can't help but focus on actress Jordan Baker's mouth during the first few minutes of "Dana H.", now on stage at Berkeley Repertory. Playwright Lucas Hnath's mother was held captive by a white supremacist kidnappers. How it's told is also disturbing.
Watch: New Romance? Lena Waithe, Cynthia Erivo Spotted Holding Hands
Is love in the air for Lena Waithe and Cynthia Enrivo? The pair were reportedly spotted holding hands at a gala in New York. Page Six caught the pair holding hands as they entered an auditorium for an event.
Review: 'Our Dear Dead Drug Lord' a Bold Production
A bold and uncompromising cross between comedy/drama and gothic horror that explores the cult of celebrity and the impact it can have on the lives of the young and vulnerable.
Lin-Manuel Miranda Helps Launch Latinx LGBTQ+ Support Program
"Hamilton" creator Lin-Manuel Miranda, pop star Ricky Martin and award-winning actress/singer Michaela Jae Rodriguez joined the Hispanic Federation Tuesday to launch an advocacy initiative to serve Latinx LGBTQ+ communities.
Lea Michelle Jokes About Her Illiterate Conspiracy
Lea Michelle addressed the rumor that she can't read or write during a Broadway showcase held in the Napa Valley. The "Glee" star is making light of the rumors that she can't read or write.
Pulitzer and Now Top Tony, 'A Strange Loop' Makes History
"A Strange Loop," an irreverent, sexually frank work about Blackness and queerness took home the best new musical crown at the Tony Awards on Sunday.
Tony Awards has Stars — and those Usually Far from Spotlight
The season — with 34 new productions — represents a full return to theaters after nearly two years of a pandemic-mandated shutdown.
A '1776' Reimagined for Our Woke Times
A new production of "1776" at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge brings the 1969 musical into the 21st century. But is it worth all the bother?
Commonwealth Shakespeare Company Announces Cast of Free Shakespeare on the Common 2022: 'Much Ado About Nothing'
CSC announces casting and creative team for this summer's "Free Shakespeare of the Common" — William Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing," directed by Megan Sandberg-Zakian.
'Strange Loop's' L Morgan Lee Makes Broadway History with Tony Nomination
This past Monday L Morgan Lee made Tony history as the first trans actress to be nominated for the award for "A Strange Loop." EDGE spoke to Lee about the nom, the show, and her career.
'The Sound Inside' - MTC's Own Private Metaverse
Adam Rapp's "The Sound Inside," making its West Coast premiere in a polished Marin Theatre Company production, is shaggy dog-meta; a mind-bending piece about a novelist writing a novel.
On Broadway, More Visibility, Yes, but Also an Unseen Threat
The new crop of Tony nominees boasts more women and people of color in design categories.
For Actor Mark H. Dold, 'The Inheritance' Is Part of his DNA
In Matthew Lopez's extraordinary two-part "The Inheritance," actor Mark H. Dold not only plays two roles, but has the play's most difficult speech. EDGE spoke to Dold about the play & his long association with it.
A '1776' Reimagined for Our Woke Times
A new production of "1776" at the American Repertory Theater in Cambridge brings the 1969 musical into the 21st century. But is it worth all the bother?
Forster Meets Grindr in Hugely Entertaining 'The Inheritance'
Matthew Lopez's Tony-winning "The Inheritance" gets its Boston premiere in an exemplary production.