Whoooooo lives in a pineapple under the sea?! โSpongebob Squarepantsโ cast celebrates 25 years
We're catching up with voice actors Rodger Bumpass (Squidward) and Carolyn Lawrence (Sandy Cheeks) all about what fans can expect from the big milestone.
Head back to the 19th century for fun behind-the-scenes look at the TUTSโ production of โSweeney Toddโ
It's the dark and thrilling musical that's racked up 8 Tony Awards, and it opens next week at Theatre Under The Stars at Hobby Center.
Tony-award winner Idina Menzel releases new book โLoud Mouseโ with sister Cara Mentzel
Tony Award-winning actress and singer Idina Menzel teamed up with her younger sister, Cara Mentzel to present a lyrical picture book that teaches children about self-acceptance and being true to yourself.
Hundreds pay respects to actor Cicely Tyson at her viewing
People wait on line to attend a public viewing for Cicely Tyson at the Abyssinian Baptist Church in the Harlem neighborhood of New York, Monday, Feb. 15, 2021. Tyson, the pioneering Black actress died on Jan. 28. (AP Photo/Craig Ruttle)NEW YORK โ People traveled across the country and stood in a block-long line to pay respects to Cicely Tyson at a public viewing Monday. Hundreds of admirers of the pioneering Black actor lined up outside Harlem's famed Abyssinian Baptist Church on a wintry Monday. Many in the multigenerational crowd held photos of Tyson, who died Jan. 28.
Theater uses its creativity to defy pandemic and stage shows
Live theater is uniquely tested by the virus, one reason it will be among the last sectors to return to normal. It's not technically live theater, but its soul is theatrical. Play and musical licensor Concord Theatricals says theater companies across the country are looking for flexibility in case of virus restrictions. Launched shortly before the pandemic with 15 podcasts, the theater shutdown initially wiped out its revenue streams, advertising and sponsorship. โItโs not anything that will ever replace live theater, but itโs an extension.
Kristin Chenoweth dishes on life, her new baking competition show, and who taught her how to use Tik Tok
HOUSTON โ Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth is one of Showbizโs hardest working leading ladies. Kristin has something for everyone this holiday season. But even she slows down to enjoy the holidays, how does she wind down and treat herself this time of year? From her latest Netflix film โHolidate,โ to her new food baking competition โCandy Landโ on The Food Network, and her fun social media pages, Kristin is our favorite pint-sized leading lady with a personality as big as Texas. Kristin was sweet enough to take some time out of her very busy schedule to tell us how sheโs staying busy this holiday season.
Celebrities unite to various get-out-the-vote efforts
This combination photo shows Justin Bieber, from left, Dua Lipa and Demi Lovato who will take part in various planned events urging Americans to vote. (AP Photo)NEW YORK โ In the final days before the U.S. election, celebrities from Kerry Washington to Billie Jean King and Danai Gurira are urging Americans to vote. โ The hourlong โEvery Vote Counts: A Celebration of Democracyโ will be hosted by Alicia Keys, America Ferrera and Kerry Washington. โ The NFL's voting campaign includes Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll and quarterback Russell Wilson, San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle and Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley. There's also an โLatinos Voteโ extension campaign with NFL legends and celebrities encouraging the Latino community to vote that includes Victor Cuz, Roberto Garza and Wilmer Valderrama.
Here are 4 things to know about Hamilton in honor of July 4th
By now, most people have heard of the Tony Award-winning musical "Hamilton," which centers on Founding Father Alexander Hamilton. The filmed version of the show started streaming Friday, which seems right on time for the Independence Day weekend. "I would look over and be like, 'What's happening stage right?' "And Odom hosted the dance party during intermission, Miranda said. Not everyone is a Hamilton fanWhile the musical uses a diverse cast, some have questioned having people of color play men who owned slaves or were not opposed to slavery.