Broadway star Gavin Creel remembered for his kindness: 'Everyone fell in love with Gavin' by Nardine Saad

Broadway stars remember Gavin Creel after his death of a rare cancer. Bette Midler, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Andrew Rannells and Idina Menzel shared tributes.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 3:45pm on October 1, 2024[SHARE]

Ken Page, Broadway star who voiced Oogie Boogie in 'Nightmare Before Christmas,' dies at 70 by Nardine Saad

Ken Page, the Broadway veteran who starred in 'The Wiz' and 'Cats' and who famously voiced Oogie Boogie in 'Nightmare Before Christmas,' died Monday. He was 70.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 12:00pm on October 1, 2024[SHARE]

The Microsoft Theater is getting a new name in multiyear deal between AEG and Peacock by Nardine Saad

The Microsoft-branded theater in downtown Los Angeles will be no more: The L.A. Live venue owned by AEG will be renamed the Peacock Theater.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 12:04pm on June 15, 2023[SHARE]

'The Wiz' will ease on back to Broadway in 2024. But first, a national tour by Nardine Saad

Tony Award-winning musical "The Wiz" is being revived in a national tour that debuts in Maryland next year before returning to Broadway for a limited engagement.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 4:14pm on December 1, 2022[SHARE]

With 'Funny Girl' looming, Lea Michele is still addressing those bullying claims by Nardine Saad

Ahead of her debut in Broadway's 'Funny Girl,' 'Glee' star Lea Michele discussed the allegations about her microaggressions and prima donna behavior.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 5:05pm on September 1, 2022[SHARE]

'Funny Girl' producers quash rumors, say Beanie Feldstein's exit was mutual decision by Nardine Saad

Despite reports to the contrary, producers for Broadway's 'Funny Girl' and a rep for star Beanie Feldstein agree on why she's leaving the show early.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 11:25am on July 14, 2022[SHARE]

Get out of Patti LuPone's theater if you still can't figure out how to wear a mask by Nardine Saad

Broadway legend Patti LuPone was filmed scolding a 'Company' patron over a COVID-19 mask: 'If you don't want to follow the rule, get ... out!'

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 12:23pm on May 11, 2022[SHARE]

Olympia Dukakis, theater veteran and Oscar-winning 'Moonstruck' actress, dies at 89 by Nardine Saad

Oscar winner Olympia Dukakis, the theater veteran who had memorable turns in films such as "Moonstruck" and "Steel Magnolias," has died in New York City.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 8:11am on May 2, 2021[SHARE]

Christopher Plummer, 'Sound of Music' star and beloved Oscar winner, dies at 91 by Nardine Saad

Christopher Plummer, who portrayed Capt. Von Trapp in "The Sound of Music" and won an Oscar for "Beginners," died early Friday with his wife at his side.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 6:46pm on February 5, 2021[SHARE]

A dance pioneer, a TV icon and music stars: Here are the 2021 Kennedy Center honorees by Nardine Saad

The 2021 Kennedy Center honorees Debbie Allen, Joan Baez, Garth Brooks, Dick Van Dyke and Midori will be honored with a scaled-down gala in May.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 6:26pm on January 13, 2021[SHARE]

'Tina: The Tina Turner Musical' sets Broadway opening date by Nardine Saad

"Tina: The Tina Turner Musical" is rollin' on to Broadway on Nov. 7, mere weeks before the legendary singer's 80th birthday. The biographical musical devoted to the rock 'n' roll icon's care…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 2:15pm on April 11, 2019[SHARE]

Rita Moreno is getting a Peabody Award, making her a rare 'PEGOT' winner by Nardine Saad

Rita Moreno is going from EGOT to "PEGOT." The 87-year-old actress, singer and dancer is adding a Peabody Award to her long list of accolades. She's this year's recipient of the storytelling…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 2:30pm on March 28, 2019[SHARE]

Aaron Sorkin's 'To Kill a Mockingbird' breaks box-office record for Shubert Organization by Nardine Saad

Aaron Sorkin's Broadway adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird" has broken an internal box-office record after only eight performances. The latest staging of Harper Lee's landmark American nov…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 5:30pm on December 26, 2018[SHARE]

Gillian Lynne, the energetic ballerina who choreographed 'Cats' and 'Phantom of the Opera,' dies at 92 by Nardine Saad

Famed "Cats" and "Phantom of the Opera" choreographer Gillian Lynne, who both inspired and worked closely with theater impresario Andrew Lloyd Webber, has died. She was 92. The English balle…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 2:55pm on July 2, 2018[SHARE]

Sheldon Epps to direct 'Sleepless in Seattle' musical in Pasadena by Nardine Saad

Pasadena Playhouse artistic director Sheldon Epps is set to direct the world premiere of "Sleepless in Seattle -- The Musical," when the show opens at the theater in May. He replaces the pre…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 8:00pm on January 24, 2013[SHARE]

Katie Holmes returns to Broadway in 'Dead Accounts' by Nardine Saad

Katie Holmes made her return to Broadway in "Dead Accounts" as the dark comedy began previews Monday night after a delay caused by Hurricane Sandy.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 1:34pm on November 6, 2012[SHARE]