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The cast of HBO's 'The Gilded Age' is releasing a Christmas album on November 6, featuring Broadway stars and original songs by Desmond Child.
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The cast of HBO's 'The Gilded Age' is releasing a Christmas album on November 6, featuring Broadway stars and original songs by Desmond Child.

A one-night Shuffle Along reunion concert recreates the 2016 Broadway revival at Lincoln Center’s Rose Theater on September 27, 2026, reuniting Audra McDonald, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Billy Porter, Adrienne Warren, and Brandon Victor Dixon (with Norm Lewis replacing Joshua Henry), directed by George Wolfe and choreographed by Savion Glover, as part of the Legacies of San Juan Hill Festival.

Audra McDonald shared a warning after a fan followed her home and confronted her in her building lobby post-performance, emphasizing the importance of respecting performers' boundaries and safety, especially during her final run as Rose in Gypsy.

Broadway star Patti LuPone apologized after making disrespectful comments about fellow actors Audra McDonald and Kecia Lewis. The hosts of 'The View' showed mixed reactions, with some praising her apology and others criticizing her history of speaking her mind without apologies, emphasizing the importance of humility and respect among artists.

Patti LuPone apologized for demeaning remarks about fellow Broadway actors Audra McDonald and Kecia Lewis, amid backlash and a community call for her disinvitation from the Tony Awards, after controversial comments in a New Yorker interview and social media disputes.
Patti LuPone apologized for her recent disparaging comments about Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald in a New Yorker interview, expressing regret for her words and seeking to make amends, amid backlash from the theatre community.

Broadway star Patti LuPone apologized after controversial comments about fellow actors Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald led to an open letter condemning her language as degrading and misogynistic. The incident sparked significant backlash within the theater community, with many signing a letter calling for respectful behavior, and LuPone expressing remorse and a desire to make amends.
Patti LuPone publicly apologized for demeaning comments made about Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald in a New Yorker interview, expressing regret for her inappropriate words and behavior, and emphasizing her commitment to respect within the theatre community.
Patti LuPone apologized for making demeaning comments about Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald in a New Yorker interview, expressing regret for her inappropriate remarks and the offense caused, amid backlash from the Broadway community.

Over 500 Broadway artists signed an open letter condemning Patti LuPone for her recent derogatory comments about fellow artists Audra McDonald and Kecia Lewis, criticizing her for promoting disrespect and microaggressions within the theater community.
Over 500 theater industry members signed an open letter condemning Patti LuPone for making racially and misogynistically charged comments about fellow Broadway artists Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald, calling for accountability and respect within the theater community.

Audra McDonald responds to Patti LuPone's claim that they are not friends, expressing confusion over the alleged rift and emphasizing their professional history and mutual respect. The feud stems from comments LuPone made about McDonald's role in 'Gypsy' and their past disagreements, despite having performed together multiple times. The article also touches on LuPone's past relationship with Kevin Kline.

Audra McDonald responds to Patti LuPone's claims of a rift between them, stating she is unaware of any feud and hasn't seen LuPone in over 11 years. The controversy stems from LuPone's comments in The New Yorker about a supposed conflict, which has sparked backlash from the Broadway community, highlighting issues of race and professionalism in the industry.

Audra McDonald responds to Patti LuPone's comments, expressing confusion over any supposed rift between them, and receives widespread support from the theater community amid ongoing Broadway season and Tony Awards preparations.

Audra McDonald addressed Patti LuPone’s recent shade towards her and Kecia Lewis, expressing confusion over any supposed rift. The Broadway community and celebrities have rallied in support of McDonald and Lewis, condemning LuPone’s comments and emphasizing their veteran status and contributions to theater. The controversy has sparked widespread support for the actresses, highlighting issues of respect and recognition in the industry.