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Actor Tony Todd, known for his role in the movie 'Candyman' and other films, dies at 69
Read full article: Actor Tony Todd, known for his role in the movie 'Candyman' and other films, dies at 69A representative of actor Tony Todd, known for his haunting portrayal of a killer in the horror film “Candyman” and its sequels says he has died at his home in California.
National tour of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ launches in Houston
Read full article: National tour of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ launches in HoustonTony and Grammy Award-winning musical 'Dear Evan Hansen' has been called one of "the most remarkable shows in musical theater history" by the Washington Post. Its national tour kicked off this week in Houston and will travel to more than 80 cities. Watch the full interview with cast members Michael Fabisch (Evan Hansen) and Bre Cade (Heidi Hansen) about why the show is impacting audiences so deeply.
Woman, her dog rescued after Hurricane Beryl tears roof off home in Jamaica Beach
Read full article: Woman, her dog rescued after Hurricane Beryl tears roof off home in Jamaica BeachDeborah Tony, 64, was alone with her dog when she heard an unbelievable crashing sound and realized her roof was torn off.
'The Outsiders' wins best musical and 'Stereophonic' best play as women make strides at Tony Awards
Read full article: 'The Outsiders' wins best musical and 'Stereophonic' best play as women make strides at Tony Awards“The Outsiders” became the essence of a Broadway insider on Sunday as the gritty adaptation of the classic American young adult novel won the Tony Award for best new musical.
'Hell's Kitchen' and 'Stereophonic' lead Tony Award nominations, 2 shows honoring creativity's spark
Read full article: 'Hell's Kitchen' and 'Stereophonic' lead Tony Award nominations, 2 shows honoring creativity's sparkTwo Broadway shows celebrating the origins of sonic creativity — the musical “Hell’s Kitchen” fueled by Alicia Keys songs, and the play “Stereophonic” about a ’70s rock band at the edge of stardom — each earned a leading 13 Tony Award nominations Tuesday.
The stars of the Tony-winning musical ‘The Cher Show’ stop by Houston Life
Read full article: The stars of the Tony-winning musical ‘The Cher Show’ stop by Houston LifeThe story of Cher's legendary life and career comes to life on stage in "The Cher Show" -- now playing at Theatre Under the Stars at Hobby Center in downtown Houston. The three stars of the show -- Morgan Scott, Catherine Ariale and Ella Perez -- sat down with Houston Life's Derrick Shore and Tessa Barrera to chat about what it was like stepping into such an iconic role.
Elton John, Berry Gordy, Scorsese and more friends and admirers of Tony Bennett react to his death
Read full article: Elton John, Berry Gordy, Scorsese and more friends and admirers of Tony Bennett react to his deathThe news of Tony Bennett's death at age 96 has created an outpouring of love and condolences from the worlds of music, entertainment, politics and the civil rights movement.
Striking Hollywood writers vow not to picket Tony Awards, opening the door to some kind of show
Read full article: Striking Hollywood writers vow not to picket Tony Awards, opening the door to some kind of showStriking members of the Writers Guild of America have said they will not picket next month’s Tony Awards telecast, clearing a thorny issue facing show organizers and opening the door for some sort of Broadway razzle-dazzle.
Rockers on Broadway drops a charity album of 12 live tracks
Read full article: Rockers on Broadway drops a charity album of 12 live tracksA clutch of live performances by Tony- and Grammy Award-nominated artists — including Micky Dolenz, Paul Williams, Michael Cerveris and LaChanze — have been collected into a benefit album for arts education.
Steven Spielberg’s ‘West Side Story’ stays true to era, but acknowledges 21st century audience
Read full article: Steven Spielberg’s ‘West Side Story’ stays true to era, but acknowledges 21st century audienceSteven Spielberg creates an authentic, yet true to form remake of the American theater classic "West Side Story."
‘Dear Evan Hansen’ opens 2nd to ‘Shang-Chi’ at box office
Read full article: ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ opens 2nd to ‘Shang-Chi’ at box office“Dear Evan Hansen” may have been a hit on Broadway, but the filmed adaptation of the Tony-winning show is off to a slow start at the box office in its first weekend in theaters.
Toronto Film Festival to open with ‘Dear Evan Hansen’
Read full article: Toronto Film Festival to open with ‘Dear Evan Hansen’The adaptation of the Broadway hit and Tony-winner “Dear Evan Hansen,” Edgar Wright’s ’60s London themed “Last Night in Soho,” and “The Eyes of Tammy Faye” are just a few of the major films coming to the Toronto International Film Festival this September.
Tony Hsieh, retired Zappos CEO, dies at 46 after house fire
Read full article: Tony Hsieh, retired Zappos CEO, dies at 46 after house fireFILE - In this June 25, 2014, file photo, former President Bill Clinton, left, speaks with Zappos.com CEO Tony Hsieh during a forum on the final day of the annual gathering of the Clinton Global Initiative America in Denver. Hsieh, retired CEO Zappos.com, has died. (AP Photo/Brennan Linsley, File)LAS VEGAS – Tony Hsieh, the retired CEO of Las Vegas-based online shoe retailer Zappos.com, who spent years working to transform the city's downtown area, has died. “Tony Hsieh played a pivotal role in helping transform Downtown Las Vegas,” Nevada Gov. He genuinely delighted in making anyone and everyone happy.”Skateboarder and entrepreneur Tony Hawk added, “Tony Hsieh was a visionary.
Taraji P. Henson tells New Jack Swing backstory in podcast
Read full article: Taraji P. Henson tells New Jack Swing backstory in podcastLOS ANGELES – Taraji P. Henson remembered wearing her favorite outfit to a music festival where some of the biggest New Jack Swing tunes were being performed from Bell Biv Devoe’s “Poison” to Tony! Tone!’s “Feels Good.”At the time, Henson had no clue about the backstory behind the music era, which made its mark in the ’80s and ’90s. I was enjoying the music,” said Henson, who serves as a producer of the six-part series, which airs Tuesdays. The series examines the “rise and eventual fall” of the New Jack Swing movement. “I didn’t think of her as an audio actress, but she’s just great at it.”Through the podcast, Henson wants the New Jack Swing story to be turned into a film.
Colleagues fight red tape to get experimental treatment for HFD Capt. Searcy battling COVID-19
Read full article: Colleagues fight red tape to get experimental treatment for HFD Capt. Searcy battling COVID-19Captain Tommy Searcy is in critical condition at Memorial Hermann in the Woodlands, officials said, Tuesday. After hours of communication and battling red tape, early Tuesday morning, Searcy’s colleagues brought over an experimental drug which they hope will help save his life. Unrelenting determination is the feeling consuming Lancton and Searcy’s colleagues, including Searcy’s twin Tony, who is also an HFD captain. With dwindling options, firefighters had hoped an experimental drug being used in Houston could be an answered prayer, but the trial is being facilitated at Houston Methodist. Searcy is at Memorial Hermann in the Woodlands.
Good Taste Featured Dish of Week for Oct. 9: Tony's
Read full article: Good Taste Featured Dish of Week for Oct. 9: Tony'sHOUSTON – Our Good Taste featured dish of the week for Oct. 9, 2017, is from Tony's. PHOTOS: Top 12 Houston Italian Restaurants“Naples Influenced. Houston Cherished”, this fine dining favorite is elegant in its setting, making Tony’s the perfect special occasion spot. Executive Chef Austin Waiter’s carefully curated plates are bursting with flavor! Photo: Opah Erbette- Grilled lobster ristretto, petite herb