musicals

‘Beach Blanket Bingo’ Turns 60! Here’s Where to Watch Frankie Avalon & Annette Funicello’s Best Movies
Did you know that Frankie wasn’t the studio’s first choice for the role?

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s ‘Cinderella’: The Live TV Spectacle That Made Julie Andrews a Star
A record-breaking 107 million viewers tuned in to watch it the live musical.

200-Plus Memorable Movies With Notable Anniversaries in 2025
Here’s an extensive listing of many movies celebrating notable anniversaries in 2025, from Oscar-winning classics like “All About Eve” (75 years) to blockbusters like “Jaws” (50 years) and “Back to the Future” (40 years), and lots more.

Olga James, ’50s & ’60s Actress and Singer in ‘Carmen Jones,’ Dies at 95
She also co-starred with Sammy Davis Jr.

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.

Boy George is Returning to ‘Moulin Rouge!’ Who Will He Play?
Find out when you can catch him on Broadway!

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.

Ultimate Trivia: Classic Holiday Movie Quotes
Can you match each quote with the holiday-themed movie it was featured in?

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.

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.

5 Things You Never Knew About Bette Midler; Plus, Where Is She Now?
Her first role made her seasick.

Who Is Still Alive From ‘The Sound of Music’?
And which one of them played Spider-Man?!

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.

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.

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.”

When Is ‘The Sound of Music’ Airing on TV This Year?
The beloved family musical will once again play on ABC this holiday season.

Ken Page, Voice of Oogie Boogie in ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas,’ Dies at 70
“Ken Page has passed onto the next show.”

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’ 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 is At It Again With a New Musical & Collection of Wines
Does she ever sleep?!

‘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: Updates on Touring, Band Member’s Health & Revival of ‘Tommy’ Musical
Despite some good news, the band members sound pretty grim.

’80s Music Icon Huey Lewis Debuting New Broadway Show Despite Hearing Loss
Huey Lewis says the new musical saved his life.

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!

‘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 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.

‘Fiddler on the Roof’! The Biggest Misses on ‘The Floor’ Episode 3
Nostalgia and trivia fans obsessed over new game show.

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!

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 Spills Her Secrets on How She Got Fit at ‘The Color Purple’ Premiere
She looked stunning on the purple carpet for the film.