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Josh Sharpe

Josh Sharpe is the Entertainment Editor for BroadwayWorld. For as long as he can remember, he has been in love with movies and the people who make them. This passion for great storytelling has been the driving force of his career journey.

An entertainment journalist since 2018, he has extensively covered the film and television industry, with bylines in Paste Magazine, TheaterMania, Collider, and The DisInsider. Across these platforms, he has produced numerous interviews, reviews, and news pieces, with a particular emphasis on The Walt Disney Company. During this time, he has had the privilege of interviewing such creatives as Hayley Mills, Jodi Benson, and Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman.

A graduate of Western Washington University, he studied Theatre and has since dabbled in directing. He has also appeared onstage in musicals like Into the Woods as The Baker and The Fantasticks as Matt.

He is grateful for the opportunity to write about the things he loves at BroadwayWorld!




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First Show:

Secondhand Lions: A New Musical at The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle. This was a Broadway bound original musical (that, sadly, never went to Broadway) starring Gregg Edelman, Mark Jacoby, and Jason Danieley. Not bad for a first!

Favorite Show:

Sunday in the Park with George



LA LA LAND Director Damien Chazelle Lands Next Film at Paramount
LA LA LAND Director Damien Chazelle Lands Next Film at Paramount
April 11, 2024

Time to return to the city of angels! According to reports, Damien Chazelle, renowned director of La La Land and Whiplash, will be rejoining with Paramount for his next feature. Currently untitled and with no plot details released, the film is scheduled to be released sometime during between 2025 and 2026.

BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE Arrives On Paramount+ Tomorrow
BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE Arrives On Paramount+ Tomorrow
April 11, 2024

Explore the life and legacy of the iconic Bob Marley with BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE, available for to stream on Paramount+ on April 12. Focusing on a pivotal and tumultuous period in his life, the film encompasses the December 1976 assassination attempt at his Kingston home amid a period of intense political violence in Jamaica.

Video: Laufey Drops Music Video for 'Goddess' Directed by Celine Song
Video: Laufey Drops Music Video for 'Goddess' Directed by Celine Song
April 11, 2024

On Thursday, GRAMMY®-winning Icelandic-Chinese artist, composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist Laufey released the music video for her single, Goddess. The music video is directed by filmmaker Celine Song, who was nominated for Best Original Screenplay for 2023 film Past Lives. Watch the video here!

WICKED Film Unveils New Footage and Details at CinemaCon Presentation
WICKED Film Unveils New Footage and Details at CinemaCon Presentation
April 11, 2024

On Wednesday, the highly anticipated film version of the Broadway musical Wicked, debuted new footage at a CinemaCon panel at Caesars Palace. According to reports, actors Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Michelle Yeoh, and Jeff Goldblum were all in attendance and the presentation featured a newly recorded introduction by the Wizard himself. 

Video: Michaela Jaé Rodriguez Teases Return to LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Video: Michaela Jaé Rodriguez Teases Return to LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
April 11, 2024

Michaela Jaé Rodriguez stopped by Watch What Happens with Andy Cohen on Tuesday and hinted at a return to Off-Broadway that is sure to excite fans. After a question about Jinxk Monsoon in the current Off-Broadway production of Little Shop of Horrors, the Rent star teased viewers about something that may be in the works. Watch the video here!

Video/Photos: BRIDGERTON Season 3 Drops Trailer and New Photos
Video/Photos: BRIDGERTON Season 3 Drops Trailer and New Photos
April 11, 2024

Netflix has just released a new trailer and first look photos for the highly anticipated third season of Bridgerton. The trailer teases the longing friends-to-lovers romantic beginnings of Nicola Coughlan’s Penelope Featherington and Luke Newton’s Colin Bridgerton. See the trailer and photos below!

Jack Manley Attempts to Rescue Himself with Track 'Save Your Own'
Jack Manley Attempts to Rescue Himself with Track 'Save Your Own'
April 10, 2024

Hudson Valley-based singer-songwriter Jack Manley has just released candid love song Save Your Own. Manley's tender, contemplative debut solo EP Unmeasurable Terms is due out May 10 and available for pre-order now. The latest track details Manley's fight against addiction and falling victim to codependency, where he reminds himself to put on his own oxygen mask first. Listen to the song here!

Jade Bird Releases New EP 'Burn the Hard Drive' Ahead of Tour
Jade Bird Releases New EP 'Burn the Hard Drive' Ahead of Tour
April 10, 2024

Jade Bird, the UK-born and Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter, has just released her beautifully temperate EP, Burn The Hard Drive. Like falling in love, break-ups start slowly and then happen all at once. For Jade Bird, the end of her relationship gathered pace and crashed into reality in 2022, and became the driving force behind her new EP.

Ice Spice to Star Alongside Denzel Washington in HIGH AND LOW from Spike Lee
Ice Spice to Star Alongside Denzel Washington in HIGH AND LOW from Spike Lee
April 10, 2024

Ice Spice, the popular rapper, will be making her acting debut in Spike Lee's next film. A remake of the 1963 Akira Kurosawa thriller, she will join Denzel Washington (who was previously announced) in her first feature film. In a Tweet, Apple confirmed production on the film with a photo of Lee and Washington.

Photos: TONY BENNETT: A LIFE WELL LIVED Exhibition Open Ahead of Auction
Photos: TONY BENNETT: A LIFE WELL LIVED Exhibition Open Ahead of Auction
April 10, 2024

Julien’s Auctions opened today its exhibition of Tony Bennett: A Life Well Lived, featuring exceptional highlights of their two-day auction event honoring the music and art of the twenty-time GRAMMY Award-Winning maestro, artist and beloved New Yorker. See the photos below!

THE COLOR PURPLE Director Blitz Bazawule to Direct Upcoming BLACK SAMURAI
THE COLOR PURPLE Director Blitz Bazawule to Direct Upcoming BLACK SAMURAI
April 10, 2024

Fresh off the heals of his 2023 musical hit The Color Purple, director Blitz Bazawule has found his next project. According to Variety, the director will be working with Warner Bros. on a new take on the story of Yasuke, the 16th century African warrior. In addition to Warner Bros, three other studios were also interested in the project, resulting in a bidding war.

Video: Full Trailer Released for Peacock Series THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ
Video: Full Trailer Released for Peacock Series THE TATTOOIST OF AUSCHWITZ
April 10, 2024

Peacock and Sky Atlantic have just released the first full trailer for the upcoming limited series, The Tattooist of Auschwitz. The six-part limited drama series, based on the international bestselling novel by Heather Morris, is inspired by the real-life story of Lali and Gita Sokolov. All six episodes will be released on May 2, 2024. Watch the trailer her.

Video: See Ryan Gosling Fangirl Over Chris Stapleton in SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Promo
Video: See Ryan Gosling Fangirl Over Chris Stapleton in SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Promo
April 10, 2024

Ryan Gosling is just like us! Ahead of hosting Saturday Night Live, Gosling appeared in a new Saturday Night Live promo teasing his admiration of country singer Chris Stapleton, who will be appearing with Gosling in the same episode. Airing this Saturday, April 13, this will be Gosling's third appearance as host of the program. Watch the promo here!

The Academy Awards Set March 2025 Date for 97th Ceremony
The Academy Awards Set March 2025 Date for 97th Ceremony
April 10, 2024

Save the date! The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and ABC has announced that the 97th Oscars® will take place on Sunday, March 2, 2025. The show will air live at 7 p.m. EST/4 p.m. PST on ABC and in more than 200 territories worldwide from the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood.

Midge Ure Drops August and September Dates for North American Tour
Midge Ure Drops August and September Dates for North American Tour
April 10, 2024

Midge Ure has announced a late summer North American tour that will kick off at Daryl's house in Pawling, NY on August 7. The gigs dubbed 'Band In A Box' will take Midge across North America and back, wrapping up in Ft. Lauderdale on September 12. See the tour dates below!

SUCCESSION Actor Brian Cox Signs Petition to Save Historic Theatre
SUCCESSION Actor Brian Cox Signs Petition to Save Historic Theatre
April 10, 2024

Brian Cox, known for his role in the hit series Succession, has backed a new petition to save The Old Rep, a historic theatre in Birmingham. Located on Station Street, the theatre opened in 1913 and according to Cox 'Some of the finest actors in the UK have travelled through the place.' These actors include such people as Albert Finney, Laurence Olivier and Ralph Richardson.

Margot Robbie Developing New Film Based on Board Game MONOPOLY
Margot Robbie Developing New Film Based on Board Game MONOPOLY
April 10, 2024

Margot Robbie, the acclaimed star of Barbie, has just joined another project based on an iconic piece of IP. With her production company, Robbie will be producing a film based on the board game Monopoly, which is made by Hasbro. It will be a live-action feature, with Hasbro producing as well.

Jonas Brothers Reschedule European Leg of 'The Tour'
Jonas Brothers Reschedule European Leg of 'The Tour'
April 10, 2024

Important news for international Jonas Brothers fans! Due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts, the Jonas Brothers are shifting the European leg of THE TOUR to start in September. The full list of rescheduled European dates is available below. All previously purchased tickets will be honored for the new dates and additional tickets are on sale now.

Video: The History Channel Drops Trailer for New Series HOW DISNEY BUILT AMERICA
Video: The History Channel Drops Trailer for New Series HOW DISNEY BUILT AMERICA
April 10, 2024

Get ready, Disney adults! The HISTORY® Channel is set to premiere the new six-part nonfiction series How Disney Built America on Sunday, April 28th at 10PM ET/PT. How Disney Built America explores the history of Walt Disney and how the iconic Disney brand, fueled by the creation of beloved characters, continues to shape generations. Watch the trailer here!

Tom Segura to Star and Produce New Dark Comedy Series for Netflix
Tom Segura to Star and Produce New Dark Comedy Series for Netflix
April 10, 2024

Comedian Tom Segura has just locked in his latest deal with Netflix. According to Deadline, Segura will produce and star in a new six-episode series for the streaming service, following his five previous comedy specials. This news comes after years of Segura hinting about the series, who also wrote the pilot.



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