musicals

CIRCA 1975: Andre De Shields as the Wiz performs for the Broadway play

50 Years of ‘The Wiz’: 8 Things You Never Knew About the Blockbuster Broadway Musical

One of the era’s defining Broadway musicals was actually supposed to be a TV show.

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Boy George is Returning to ‘Moulin Rouge!’ Who Will He Play?

Find out when you can catch him on Broadway!

MONTEREY POP, Jimi Hendrix, 1968.

Have a Rockin’ New Year’s Day With TCM’s Music Marathon

Get psyched for a rockin’ 2025 with this all-day lineup of music docs and musicals.

It's a Wonderful Life, British 2007 re-release posters, Larry Simms, Jimmy Hawkins, James Stewart, Donna Reed, Karolyn Grimes, 1946

Ultimate Trivia: Classic Holiday Movie Quotes

Can you match each quote with the holiday-themed movie it was featured in?

(Original Caption) Actress Julie Andrews holds her Golden Globe Award of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association after being named the world's favorite film actress for the second consecutive year. Paul Newman was named the world's most popular actor.

Why Did Julie Andrews Lose This Iconic Role?

Right before she won the Best Actress Oscar for ‘Mary Poppins,’ Andrews was passed over for this famous part.

WHITE CHRISTMAS, Bing Crosby, Rosemary Clooney, Vera-Ellen, Danny Kaye, 1954

When Is ‘White Christmas’ Airing on TV This Year?

The 1954 Bing Crosby/ Danny Kaye musical will air this holiday season … but you’ll need a cable subscription to watch it.

FOR THE BOYS, Bette Midler, 1991

5 Things You Never Knew About Bette Midler; Plus, Where Is She Now?

Her first role made her seasick.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC, Julie Andrews, 1965

Who Is Still Alive From ‘The Sound of Music’?

And which one of them played Spider-Man?!

SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, Gene Kelly, 1952.

The Late Gene Kelly’s Wife Says His Movies Are Being Used in Therapy

She is partnering with the ADHD Foundation to help preserve his legacy.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC, (poster art), Julie Andrews, 1965 5 Things Yiur Didn't know

5 ‘Sound of Music’ Facts That Will Become a Few of Your Favorite Things

One cast member hated the beloved family film that made him a star.

VIVA LAS VEGAS, Ann-Margret, Elvis Presley, 1964

What Was Elvis’ First Movie? 10 Things You May Not Know About His Films

In the world of movies, as with his recordings and performances, Elvis’ talent and charisma got things “all shook up.”

THE SOUND OF MUSIC, Julie Andrews, 1965

When Is ‘The Sound of Music’ Airing on TV This Year?

The beloved family musical will once again play on ABC this holiday season.

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Ken Page, Voice of Oogie Boogie in ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas,’ Dies at 70

“Ken Page has passed onto the next show.”

BATHING BEAUTY, Esther Williams, 1944

Esther Williams First Hollywood Splash in ‘Bathing Beauty’ Celebrates 80 Years

The film was released on June 27, 1944 and made her Hollywoods favorite mermaid.

West Side Story Russ Tamblyn, Tucker Smith, Tony Mordente, 1961

‘West Side Story’ Star Tony Mordente Dies at 88

His ex-wife and ‘West Side Story’ co-star Chita Rivera preceded him in death earlier this year.

Dolly Parton performs on stage at ACL Live during Blockchain Creative Labs’ Dollyverse event at SXSW during the 2022 SXSW Conference and Festivals on March 18, 2022 in Austin, Texas

Dolly Parton is At It Again With a New Musical & Collection of Wines

Does she ever sleep?!

VIVA LAS VEGAS, poster art, from left: Ann-Margret, Elvis Presley, 1964.

‘Viva Las Vegas’ Turns 60! Bet You Didn’t Know These 7 Things About It

The Elvis and Ann-Margret bright light city classic is still setting souls on fire.

The Who pose for a press call, July 1971, Surrey, United Kingdom, John Entwistle, Keith Moon, Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey

The Who: Updates on Touring, Band Member’s Health & Revival of ‘Tommy’ Musical

Despite some good news, the band members sound pretty grim.

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’80s Music Icon Huey Lewis Debuting New Broadway Show Despite Hearing Loss

Huey Lewis says the new musical saved his life.

Karen Prell and John Tartaglia attend the 2022 Children's & Family Emmys at Wilshire Ebell Theatre on December 11, 2022 in Los Angeles, California

Exclusive Interview with ‘Fraggle Rock’ Creative Supervisor & Puppeteer John Tartaglia

John was nice enough to answer all of our questions including which ‘Fraggle Rock’ character he relates to the most!

American actress and dancer, Chita Rivera

‘West Side Story’ Stars Pay Tribute to the Original Anita: Chita Rivera

All of the Anitas came together to pay tribute to the original.

Chita Rivera

Chita Rivera Dies: Broadway Icon & Original ‘West Side Story’ & ‘Chicago’ Star Was 91

She became a star when she originated the role of Anita in first production of ‘West Side Story’ in 1957.

The Floor, Fiddler on the Roof

‘Fiddler on the Roof’! The Biggest Misses on ‘The Floor’ Episode 3

Nostalgia and trivia fans obsessed over new game show.

Purple Rain Prince 1984

Prince’s Film ‘Purple Rain’ Will Soon Become a Stage Show For 40th Anniversary

Fans of the film can one day see it live on stage!

black and white photo from the 1933 movie

Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers’ First Onscreen Pairing Happened 90 Years Ago

The iconic dancing duo wowed movie audiences with their moves for the first time in 1933’s ‘Flying Down to Rio,’ in which they were just the fourth- and fifth-billed stars.

Oprah Winfrey attends ELLE's 2023 Women in Hollywood Celebration Presented by Ralph Lauren, Harry Winston and Viarae at Nya Studios on December 05, 2023 in Los Angeles, California

Oprah Winfrey Spills Her Secrets on How She Got Fit at ‘The Color Purple’ Premiere

She looked stunning on the purple carpet for the film.

image from the 1965 movie

ABC’s ‘The Sound of Music’ Christmas Tradition Continues in 2023

As it has done since 2002, the network will broadcast the beloved 1965 musical starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer (and a whole mountain full of classic Rodgers and Hammerstein songs) just ahead of Christmas.

NEW YORK, NY - JULY 12: Singer Huey Lewis of the band Huey Lewis & the News performs in concert at Citi Field on July 12, 2014 in New York City

Musical Featuring Songs of Huey Lewis and The News is Coming to Broadway

‘The Heart of Rock and Roll’ is coming in 2024!

TITANIC, 1997

‘Titanic the Musical’ is Heading into Theaters Around the Country

The musical is aiming to find new audiences for its anniversary.

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Rare and Exclusive Interview with Writer/Producer of ‘The Brady Bunch,’ ‘Gilligan’s Island’ & More: Lloyd Schwartz

Lloyd Schwartz and his father were instrumental to the success of some of your favorite nostalgic shows.