Former Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger received standing ovations in Broadway debut

Nicole Scherzinger, former pop star of the Pussycat Dolls and "The X Factor" judge, received a six-minute standing ovation for her role as Norma Desmond in "Sunset Blvd."

Nicole Scherzinger, Kit Connor Headline a Week of Buzzy Broadway Openings

Actors, directors and influencers gathered for a Gen-Z-infused “Romeo + Juliet,” and a stripped-back revival of “Sunset Boulevard.”

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 25

Nicole Scherzinger was texting Liam Payne on the day he died, calls him a 'blessing' to work with

Nicole Scherzinger pays tribute to Liam Payne, warmly reflecting on their work on 'The X Factor' and more recently on Netflix's 'Building the Band.'

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 25

Trump returns to Washington flanked by Elon Musk, gets standing ovation from GOP

Donald Trump is back in Washington, arriving with billionaire Elon Musk. His first stop was to speak to House Republicans.

Elton John's 'Tammy Faye' musical announces it is closing just days after Broadway debut

Elton John's musical 'Tammy Faye' announces its Dec. 8 closing date less than a week after a weak opening on Broadway. The show was a hit in London's West End.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 23 hours ago

Former No. 2 pick James Wiseman out for season after tearing Achilles tendon in Pacers debut

Wiseman's career has been derailed by injuries since the Warriors selected him with the No. 2 pick in the 2020 draft.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 24

James Wiseman injury: Pacers center has surgery to repair torn Achilles, per report

Wiseman suffered the injury in Wednesday's season-opener against the Pistons

Sports - CBS Sports - October 25

7 Days in the Cultural Life of a Broadway Stage Manager

When he’s not herding performers at “Once Upon a Mattress,” Cody Renard Richard is bowling, catching up with theater friends and, to his surprise, bumping into Beyoncé.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Mattel 'deeply regrets' porn site misprint on Wicked dolls

Recently-released dolls tied to the new Wicked movie inadvertently carry the address of an adult website.

Nicole Shanahan offered $500K to Washington Post reporter to share sources, be a 'whistleblower'

Nicole Shanahan, former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s running mate, offered half a million dollars to a Washington Post journalist to be a "whistleblower" against her ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Nicolle Wallace Calls on George W. Bush to Denounce Trump

Ms. Wallace, who served as the communications director in the Bush White House, made the appeal on her MSNBC program.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 2

Nicolle Wallace on Vance calling Harris 'trash:' 'You just effed up'

MSNBC’s Nicolle Wallace said Monday that Ohio Sen. JD Vance, the Republican vice presidential nominee, “effed up” by calling Vice President Harris “trash.” “In my humble view, lights out,” Wallace ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

OneTaste founder Nicole Daedone says she plans to testify at her trial

Nicole Daedone, the founder of OneTaste, a wellness company centered on the practice of "orgasmic meditation," said she will "absolutely" testify at her trial next year.

Louis McCartney will lead 'Stranger Things: The First Shadow' on Broadway

Louis McCartney who starred in the play “Stranger Things: The First Shadow” in London will reprise his creepy monster on Broadway

Entertainment - ABC News - October 24

How ‘McNeal,’ a Play About A.I., Lured Robert Downey Jr. to Broadway

In “McNeal,” the playwright Ayad Akhtar explores the way artificial intelligence is disrupting the literary world and raising questions about creativity.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

Shaina Taub on making Broadway history and "TIME 100 Next" recognition

Broadway's Shaina Taub made history with her hit musical Suffs, earning her a Tony for both best book and best score. She's been named to the TIME100 Next list and collaborated with Elton John on ...

Delia Ephron on bringing "Left on Tenth" from page to Broadway

Acclaimed author and screenwriter Delia Ephron, known for "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" and "You've Got Mail," shares her journey to Broadway with her new play "Left on Tenth."

'We're very connected': Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone on friendship and Broadway

Appearing together in 'The Roommate,' Patti LuPone and Mia Farrow bring their star power to Broadway and discuss friendship and longevity in theater.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 4

Broadway’s ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ Asks: Can Robots Fall in Love?

“Maybe Happy Ending” had an initial Korean-language production in Seoul in 2016. Here are five things to know about the show.

Tech - The New York Times - November 13

Chauffeured Cars and Broadway Tickets: Inside the National Realtors Group

The National Association of Realtors, a nonprofit trade organization, offers lavish perks and payouts to its executive staff and its leaders.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

'Outnumbered by puppets': Depopulated village in Japan crafts dolls for sense of life

With most of the population gone, residents of one village in Japan have come up with a novel plan to make it less lonely — replacing people with puppets.

Mattel’s ‘Wicked’ movie dolls mistakenly list pornography site on packaging

Something wicked this way comes on the packaging of Mattel‘s “Wicked” dolls.

'Wicked' dolls' packaging includes link to a porn site. Mattel apologizes

Mattel apologizes and pulls its line of 'Wicked'-themed dolls from stores after misprinting its website link, sending consumers to an adult film site.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 11

Mattel Mistakenly Lists Porn Site on Packaging for ‘Wicked’ Dolls

The site has a similar address to one that promotes a film adaptation of the hit musical. The toymaker apologized for the “unfortunate error.”

Business - The New York Times - November 11

Mattel faults print error for porn site listed on "Wicked" doll box

Mattel apologizes for inadvertently directing people to pornography site instead of one promoting upcoming film.

Mattel’s New ‘Wicked’ Doll Line Sent Customers to a Porn Site

It’s just the latest in a long series of marketing flubs from big brands.

Business - Inc. - November 11

Mattel apologizes for link to porn site on 'Wicked' movie doll boxes

Mattel has apologized after the boxes for its new "Wicked" movie dolls included a link to a pornographic website.

Barbie releases Rita Moreno doll to honor the legendary actress and trailblazer

Mattel has released a new Barbie doll in honor of Rita Moreno's upcoming 93rd birthday.

Mattel releases doll honoring EGOT winner Rita Moreno

Toy maker Mattel is releasing a doll honoring Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony (EGOT) winner Rita Moreno, a prominent Latina actor. “Rita Moreno has long been a star on-stage, and a heroine in real ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Where the Senate races stand

Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story Where the Senate races stand While the presidential race between Vice President Harris and ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Jess Fox: ‘Let’s throw myself in the deep end here and challenge myself’ | Nicole Jeffery

Australia’s golden girl has enjoyed a break from competition since Paris but her post-Olympics life has been anything but quiet. Jess Fox has forged a dazzling career by pushing herself out of her ...

World - The Guardian - November 9

Woman pursues Broadway dancing dream decades later: "I love expressing myself"

A woman is revisiting her decades-old ambition to land a Broadway show. It's not Kim Hale's first stab at becoming a Broadway dancer. The 56-year-old spent years in her 20s and 30s chasing her ...

Entertainment - CBS News - October 25

There's a ton of Hollywood stars on and off Broadway these days. Here's a game you can play

There are so many Hollywood stars either on New York theater stages or on the way that you might want to level up your stargazing game

Entertainment - ABC News - October 25

At 56, TikTok star Kim Hale returns to New York to chase Broadway dream

With 13 million likes on TikTok, dancer Kim Hale is reigniting her dream of performing on Broadway.

Directors remake 'Sunset Blvd.,' 'Romeo + Juliet' and 'Our Town' for a new Broadway era

New Broadway revivals of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Sunset Blvd," Shakespeare's "Romeo + Juliet" and Thornton Wilder's "Our Town" test how far these works can be refashioned for modern sensibilities

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 12

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