Actors Tom Hiddleston and Hayley Atwell are set to take the stage this fall on Broadway in Shakespeare’s classic comedy ‘Much Ado About Nothing.’ The production, directed by Tony Award winner Jamie Lloyd, reimagines the play as a modern dance party. The show’s actors and director join Morning Joe to discuss bringing the production from London’s West End to New York’s Broadway for a limited 10-week engagement.
When 38 planes landed in Gander, Newfoundland during the chaos of September 11, 2001, local residents gave food, shelter, and dignity to 7,000 stranded strangers, a story later transformed into the acclaimed musical “Come From Away.” On that devastating day, the Federal Aviation Administration grounded all air traffic after the attacks on the World Trade […] The post How Gander’s Response to 9/11 Inspired “Come From Away” — and What It Still Teaches Us appeared first on American Almanac .
When 38 planes landed in Gander, Newfoundland during the chaos of September 11, 2001, local residents gave food, shelter, and dignity to 7,000 stranded strangers, a story later transformed into the acclaimed musical “Come From Away.” On that devastating day, the Federal Aviation Administration grounded all air traffic after the attacks on the World Trade Center. As the skies cleared of planes over the United States, 38 international flights were ordered to land at the remote airport outside Gander, Newfoundland, Canada. Suddenly, a town of under 10,000 people found itself host to nearly 7,000 unexpected guests, travelers from around the world, frightened, confused, and desperate for news and comfort. What happened next has become the…Open
Ariana Madix reflects on achieving her dream of performing in “Chicago” on Broadway. She says the experience brought back memories of struggling as a young artist and missing time with loved ones, but seeing her mom in the audience made it all worth it. Join CNN’s Elizabeth Wagmeister as she interviews Emmy-nominated celebrities on anything from their career-defining moments to news-making reflections. Stream episodes of Coming Up on the CNN app now: https://cnn.it/45DMOrX
Regional theaters can once again produce “Les Misérables” because a national tour has ended. One veteran actor called the popular show “an instant moneymaker.”
A stage musical built on Prince's iconic Purple Rain album and film will open on Broadway next spring, bringing more than 20 of the late artist's songs to the Majestic Theatre after a 2025 run in his hometown of Minneapolis. Producers announced the Broadway transfer on July 27, the 42nd anniversary of the original 1984 […] The post Prince's 'Purple Rain' heads to Broadway in 2027 after Minneapolis debut appeared first on American Almanac .
A stage musical built on Prince's iconic Purple Rain album and film will open on Broadway next spring, bringing more than 20 of the late artist's songs to the Majestic Theatre after a 2025 run in his hometown of Minneapolis. Producers announced the Broadway transfer on July 27, the 42nd anniversary of the original 1984 film, with previews set to begin March 12 and opening night scheduled for April 12. Producer Orin Wolf framed the production as a chance to introduce Prince's catalog to a new generation while honoring what the original album and movie accomplished four decades ago. The show first staged at the Hennepin Theatre Trust's historic State Theatre in Minneapolis in 2025, a deliberate choice, given that the city is both Prince's…Open
Tom Holland has confirmed that a long-awaited Fred Astaire biopic is his next project, and the actor says he plans to handle every dance routine himself, with no doubles and no safety net. Holland made the announcement during back-to-back press tour stops for "The Odyssey" and "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," telling George Stephanopoulos on "Good […] The post Tom Holland takes on Fred Astaire biopic, vows to perform every dance himself appeared first on American Almanac .
Tom Holland has confirmed that a long-awaited Fred Astaire biopic is his next project, and the actor says he plans to handle every dance routine himself, with no doubles and no safety net. Holland made the announcement during back-to-back press tour stops for "The Odyssey" and "Spider-Man: Brand New Day," telling George Stephanopoulos on "Good Morning America" that he has already started preparing for the role at a dance studio in central London. Variety reported that Holland described the early rehearsals as equal parts thrilling and daunting. The biopic was first announced five years ago, in 2021, but has taken its time reaching the rehearsal stage. Holland now appears ready to commit fully, framing the project as the defining…Open
Hollywood actors in starry plays, skittish investors and gate-keeping theater owners have all contributed to an unusually tough climate for song-and-dance shows.
