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P!nk Leads Tonys with a Moulin Rouge–Inspired, 170-Strong Opening
theater1 day ago

P!nk Leads Tonys with a Moulin Rouge–Inspired, 170-Strong Opening

P!nk opened the 2026 Tony Awards with a star-packed opening, 'Leading Lady Marmalade,' a Moulin Rouge–style showstopper co-written by Benj Pasek, Justin Paul, and Mark Sonnenblick. Featuring 170 performers and name-checks to celebrate this season’s leading ladies, the song was rewritten up to showtime to fit who could participate, with Lea Michele delivering a standout moment by belting 'and we don’t do it for the awards.' The performance was framed as a love letter to Broadway, blending high spectacle with playful digs at awards culture, and it had the audience buzzing as P!nk teased a possible Broadway future.

via Vulture|
#broadway#lea-michele#leading-lady-marmalade
Pink Stars, Luke Evans Stuns, and a Bold Tony Night Redefines 2026
entertainment1 day ago

Pink Stars, Luke Evans Stuns, and a Bold Tony Night Redefines 2026

Pink anchors a show-stopping Tony Awards night filled with risqué performances, cake-toting moments, and memorable cameos—from Luke Evans’s jaw-dropping onstage look during a transvestite-into-Time Warp mash-up to Megan Thee Stallion and Lea Michele joining the opening number. Schmigadoon! takes Best Musical, Liberation wins Best Play, and Qween Jean becomes the first openly trans Tony winner for Cats: Jellicle Ball. The ceremony also features political and heartfelt speeches, nods to past and upcoming Broadway, and playful bits like Billy Crystal’s wink at a future show and a Cats marketing gag with clacking fans.

via Playbill|
#broadway#entertainment#lea-michele
Chess Broadway Revival Ends Its Run Next Month
theater13 days ago

Chess Broadway Revival Ends Its Run Next Month

The Broadway revival of Chess will end its run at the Imperial Theatre on Sunday, June 21, 2026, after just over 250 performances; soft box office when Lea Michele was out led to the decision, and her replacement JoJo Levesque couldn’t sustain momentum. The production, with a new book by Danny Strong, had Tony nominations for Nicholas Christopher, Hannah Cruz, and Bryce Pinkham but did not receive a Best Revival nod.

via TheaterMania|
#broadway#chess#jojo-levesque
Chess Broadway Revival Closes Early as Lea Michele Exits
entertainment14 days ago

Chess Broadway Revival Closes Early as Lea Michele Exits

The Broadway revival of Chess will close early on June 21 to align with Lea Michele’s exit; JoJo Levesque was set to take over the lead through at least September, but the closing date was moved to coincide with Michele’s departure after the show had strong opening demand yet waning attendance, and despite five Tony nominations Michele and Tveit were snubbed in the lead categories.

via Variety|
#aaron-tveit#broadway#chess
Broadway's Chess Ends Early as Lea Michele Exits
theater14 days ago

Broadway's Chess Ends Early as Lea Michele Exits

Chess, the Broadway revival of Benny Andersson/Björn Ulvaeus/Tim Rice’s musical, will close June 21—three months ahead of schedule—following Lea Michele’s departure, with JoJo Levesque slated to replace her starting June 23. While producers hail the production’s reimagined take and a new book by Danny Strong, the show will not recoup its investment amid declining box office and modest Tony momentum (Michele and Tveit were shut out of nominations). The revival stars Aaron Tveit and Nicholas Christopher, under Michael Mayer’s direction with Lorin Latarro’s choreography, and has released a Ghostlight Records cast recording, but the end comes sooner than expected.

via Deadline|
#aaron-tveit#broadway#chess
Chess Dominates 2026 Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards as Lea Michele Leads
entertainment28 days ago

Chess Dominates 2026 Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards as Lea Michele Leads

At the 26th Broadway.com Audience Choice Awards, Chess led with four wins, including Favorite Musical Revival, making Lea Michele the night’s top honoree. The Lost Boys won Favorite New Musical, Dog Day Afternoon was named Favorite New Play, and Death of a Salesman took Favorite Play Revival with acting honors for Christopher Abbott and Laurie Metcalf; Hadestown captured Favorite Long-Running Show and Favorite Tour. The night also highlighted performances across categories for Daniel Radcliffe, Sam Tutty, and other Broadway stars in acting, featured, and specialty awards.

via Broadway Shows|
#broadway#chess#daniel-radcliffe
Tony Awards 2026: High-Profile Snubs and Surprises Reshape Broadway
arts1 month ago

Tony Awards 2026: High-Profile Snubs and Surprises Reshape Broadway

The 2026 Tony Awards nominations sparked a wave of snubs and surprises: the big revival Proof, led by Don Cheadle and Ayo Edebiri, was shut out of nominations, Lea Michele missed a Best Actress nod for Chess, Beaches and The Musical and Queen of Versailles also received no nominations, while Layton Williams earned a surprise nomination; two plays earned Best Score nominations (Death of a Salesman and Joe Turner’s Come and Gone), underscoring a lean year for musicals.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#arts#lea-michele#nominations-2026
"Lea Michele Expecting Second Child, Shares Joyful Maternity Shoot"
entertainment2 years ago

"Lea Michele Expecting Second Child, Shares Joyful Maternity Shoot"

Lea Michele and husband Zandy Reich are expecting their second child, sharing the news with adorable photos from a maternity shoot. The couple expressed their joy, despite previous struggles with conception, and emphasized their faith in divine timing. Michele had previously opened up about her doubts and fears regarding expanding their family, but now they are eagerly anticipating the arrival of their newest family member.

via Entertainment Tonight|
#entertainment#family#lea-michele
Kevin McHale's Unintentional Matchmaking: The Lea Michele-Cory Monteith Rumor
entertainment2 years ago

Kevin McHale's Unintentional Matchmaking: The Lea Michele-Cory Monteith Rumor

Actor Kevin McHale revealed on his podcast that he attempted to start rumors about his Glee co-stars Lea Michele and Cory Monteith dating to boost the show's popularity. McHale's plan involved posting a photo with the couple in the background, but he deleted it after it gained attention. However, he later discovered that Michele and Monteith were actually dating at the time.

via Entertainment Weekly News|
#cory-monteith#entertainment#glee
Lea Michele's Emotional Farewell to 'Funny Girl' as Broadway Run Ends
entertainment2 years ago

Lea Michele's Emotional Farewell to 'Funny Girl' as Broadway Run Ends

Lea Michele bids a heartfelt farewell to her role as Fanny Brice in the Broadway musical revival of "Funny Girl," describing it as the "role of a lifetime." Michele reflects on the significance of the experience, from her early admiration for the show to performing in front of Barbra Streisand. Sunday night marks the final performance of the revived production, which initially faced setbacks but ultimately became a chapter of Michele's life filled with accomplishments and gratitude. She expresses appreciation for her cast, crew, and audience, stating that Broadway has changed her life in unforgettable ways.

via CNN|
#broadway#entertainment#farewell