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Patti LuPone will star in a one-woman Off-Broadway revival of Full Gallop, portraying fashion editor Diana Vreeland. Previews begin Jan. 8 and opening night is Jan. 17 at New York City Center’s Stage II, with a 12-week limited run.
Turkish authorities blocked Virgin Voyages' Scarlet Lady from docking at Kuşadası—part of an all-LGBTQ+ voyage led by Atlantis Events—citing that the group’s behavior did not align with the country’s 'moral values.' The ship, carrying about 2,000 LGBTQ+ passengers and Patti LuPone, was forced to skip Kuşadası and Istanbul and reroute to Cairo and Crete. LuPone expressed shock on social media, while Atlantis officials criticized the decision as unprecedented in its 36-year history.
Broadway star Patti LuPone blasted Turkey after authorities barred the Atlantis cruise ship—carrying LGBTQ+ passengers and LuPone—from docking at Turkish ports over alleged “moral standards” and “family values.” The Scarlet Lady, operated by Virgin Voyages for Atlantis Events, was set to sail from Greece to Turkey, with planned ports including Kuşadası and Istanbul, but will instead stop in Cairo and Crete as a result of the ban; LuPone said she was shocked and furious yet would continue performing on the voyage as the ship re-routes.
Patti LuPone closed her Carnegie Hall show with a fiery call to protect Washington, D.C.’s Kennedy Center from President Trump, urging fans to spread the word that the arts institution must remain standing. The moment mirrored public outcries from Tyne Daly (and Betty Buckley) against Trump, as Trump asserts he won’t tear the Center down while renovations proceed.
Patti LuPone used a Carnegie Hall performance to urge Americans to unite against President Trump’s plan to renovate and rename the Kennedy Center, insisting that art is the soul of the nation and that the center must stay standing; the controversy stems from Trump’s decision to close the Kennedy Center for two years for renovations amid backlash from artists canceling shows in protest.
At the Tony Awards, Oprah Winfrey appeared to subtly criticize Patti LuPone for her recent comments and actions related to racial microaggressions and theater disputes, suggesting ongoing tensions within the Broadway community.
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 publicly after being called out by her colleagues for making demeaning comments about Black performers, acknowledging her mistake and expressing a commitment to making amends within the theatre community.
Patti LuPone publicly apologized on Instagram for her past comments and behavior towards fellow performers, acknowledging her mistakes after an open letter criticized her for bullying and disrespect. She expressed regret and a desire to make amends, amid calls for her to demonstrate accountability before participating in high-profile events like the Tony Awards.
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.
Broadway star Patti LuPone apologized after facing backlash from 500 performers for her comments about fellow actors Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald, which were deemed disrespectful and led to calls for her exclusion from the Tony Awards. LuPone expressed regret for her words and acknowledged the importance of supporting and uplifting the theatre community.
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.