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fromBustle
1 week ago

This Beloved '90s Teen Rom-Com Is Getting A Broadway Remake

A Broadway musical adaptation of '10 Things I Hate About You' featuring Carly Rae Jepsen and Lena Dunham is officially in progress.
fromVulture
1 day ago
NYC music

Krysta Rodriguez Is Smash's TV Holdover

The Broadway adaptation of Smash offers a fresh take, differing significantly from the original TV series while maintaining its foundational premise.
fromConsequence
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Wicked Part 1 Could Inspire a Whole New Generation of Theater Kids: Review

Wicked's film adaptation explores the origin story of the Wicked Witch, highlighting themes of acceptance and societal judgment.
fromwww.amny.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

amBroadway | Back to the Future' to close, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' trims runtime and more | amNewYork

Back to the Future's Broadway musical adaptation is closing early due to financial struggles despite an initially strong performance and a celebratory event.
The adaptation was criticized for being a shallow tribute to the original movie, leveraging nostalgia without achieving depth.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago
NYC music

Review: Gilbert and Sullivan's Pirates,' Now in Jazzy New Orleans

Gilbert and Sullivan's financial challenges in the U.S. led them to adapt their works strategically, highlighting their business smarts.
fromTime Out New York
8 months ago
Writing

'The Notebook' on Broadway will officially close in December

The Notebook on Broadway will close on December 15 after 35 previews and 317 performances.
NYC music
fromBustle
1 week ago

This Beloved '90s Teen Rom-Com Is Getting A Broadway Remake

A Broadway musical adaptation of '10 Things I Hate About You' featuring Carly Rae Jepsen and Lena Dunham is officially in progress.
fromVulture
1 day ago
NYC music

Krysta Rodriguez Is Smash's TV Holdover

The Broadway adaptation of Smash offers a fresh take, differing significantly from the original TV series while maintaining its foundational premise.
fromConsequence
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Wicked Part 1 Could Inspire a Whole New Generation of Theater Kids: Review

Wicked's film adaptation explores the origin story of the Wicked Witch, highlighting themes of acceptance and societal judgment.
fromwww.amny.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

amBroadway | Back to the Future' to close, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' trims runtime and more | amNewYork

Back to the Future's Broadway musical adaptation is closing early due to financial struggles despite an initially strong performance and a celebratory event.
The adaptation was criticized for being a shallow tribute to the original movie, leveraging nostalgia without achieving depth.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 days ago
NYC music

Review: Gilbert and Sullivan's Pirates,' Now in Jazzy New Orleans

Gilbert and Sullivan's financial challenges in the U.S. led them to adapt their works strategically, highlighting their business smarts.
fromTime Out New York
8 months ago
Writing

'The Notebook' on Broadway will officially close in December

The Notebook on Broadway will close on December 15 after 35 previews and 317 performances.
more#broadway
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
3 days ago
NYC music

'Groundhog Day': Worth repeating * Oregon ArtsWatch

The stage musical adaptation of Groundhog Day successfully captures the charm of the original film while introducing new elements through strong performances and vibrant ensemble.
#clueless
LA Clippers
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Musical of iconic 90s high school movie has the looks - but maybe not the brains

The adaptation of Clueless captures the essence of Austen's Emma through a comedic lens while addressing themes of control and personal growth.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Music

Like a gig with your favourite 90s artists': KT Tunstall composes Clueless musical

Clueless is being adapted into a musical set to open in London, featuring a score by KT Tunstall and original writer Amy Heckerling.
The production aims to deliver a concert-like experience, reflecting the diverse genres of the film's original soundtrack.
LA Clippers
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Musical of iconic 90s high school movie has the looks - but maybe not the brains

The adaptation of Clueless captures the essence of Austen's Emma through a comedic lens while addressing themes of control and personal growth.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
Music

Like a gig with your favourite 90s artists': KT Tunstall composes Clueless musical

Clueless is being adapted into a musical set to open in London, featuring a score by KT Tunstall and original writer Amy Heckerling.
The production aims to deliver a concert-like experience, reflecting the diverse genres of the film's original soundtrack.
more#clueless
#wicked
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Cynthia Erivo on fame, fear and not fitting in: I've never talked about how tough my journey has been'

Cynthia Erivo's portrayal of Elphaba in 'Wicked' connects deeply with audiences, particularly teenage girls, marking a significant achievement in cinematic history.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Wicked fans couldn't be more thrilled' as blockbuster musical opens worldwide

Universal's musical Wicked has officially premiered in theaters, generating excitement and strong box office predictions with early positive reviews.
fromThe Verge
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Wicked is a dazzling reminder of how good movie musicals can be

Universal's 'Wicked' adaptation blends humor and poignancy, showcasing a deeper story through stunning visuals and powerful musical numbers.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Wicked' review: Decent movie adaptation doesn't defy gravity without second half

The film adaptation of 'Wicked' extends the Broadway experience but loses its charm with unnecessary runtime and pacing issues.
fromBustle
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Jonathan Bailey Dropped A Major Hint About Fiyero In 'Wicked: Part 2'

Bailey's blue contact lenses as Fiyero in Wicked hint at narrative developments for Part 2, tying into emotional and physical transformations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Cynthia Erivo on fame, fear and not fitting in: I've never talked about how tough my journey has been'

Cynthia Erivo's portrayal of Elphaba in 'Wicked' connects deeply with audiences, particularly teenage girls, marking a significant achievement in cinematic history.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Wicked fans couldn't be more thrilled' as blockbuster musical opens worldwide

Universal's musical Wicked has officially premiered in theaters, generating excitement and strong box office predictions with early positive reviews.
fromThe Verge
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Wicked is a dazzling reminder of how good movie musicals can be

Universal's 'Wicked' adaptation blends humor and poignancy, showcasing a deeper story through stunning visuals and powerful musical numbers.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Wicked' review: Decent movie adaptation doesn't defy gravity without second half

The film adaptation of 'Wicked' extends the Broadway experience but loses its charm with unnecessary runtime and pacing issues.
fromBustle
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Jonathan Bailey Dropped A Major Hint About Fiyero In 'Wicked: Part 2'

Bailey's blue contact lenses as Fiyero in Wicked hint at narrative developments for Part 2, tying into emotional and physical transformations.
more#wicked
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

It's wonderful': Wicked star Cynthia Erivo says she's fine with audiences singing along

Cynthia Erivo supports audience singing along to the musical 'Wicked' in cinemas, advocating for shared enjoyment of the performance.
fromVG247
5 months ago
Video games

Back to the Future's original director isn't interested in making a fourth film, but there is one idea that would get him to make another one

Robert Zemeckis is humorously approached by Universal every few years about a new Back to the Future film, but it's unlikely to happen.
fromOpen Culture
6 months ago
Online learning

The Rocky Horror Picture Show Is Now a Retro Video Game

The Rocky Horror Picture Show is being turned into a retro video game, celebrating its musical legacy and unique charm for a new generation.
Media industry
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

A Face in the Crowd' Isn't About Trump. It Just Seems Like It.

The musical adaptation of A Face in the Crowd reflects on mass media's influence, resonating with contemporary political phenomena without explicitly linking to Trump.
Golden State Warriors
fromRolling Stone
8 months ago

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Eisa Davis Ready Nas-Produced 'Warriors' Concept Album

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis' musical adaptation of The Warriors will be a 26-track concept album heading to Coney Island this fall.
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago
Writing

Neil Gaiman's Coraline to become dark, spangly' stage musical

Coraline novella turned into a musical in the UK, emphasizing dark fantasy suitable for family audiences.
fromTime Out London
10 months ago
London

A circus spectacular based on 'The Greatest Showman' is coming to London later this year

'Come Alive!' will be a circus show incorporating songs from 'The Greatest Showman' at a London venue, organized by Simon Hammerstein.
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