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Patti LuPone Sparks Kennedy Center Defense at Carnegie Hall
entertainment22 days ago

Patti LuPone Sparks Kennedy Center Defense at Carnegie Hall

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 Urges Rise Up to Shield Kennedy Center From Trump's Renovation Plans
politics22 days ago

Patti LuPone Urges Rise Up to Shield Kennedy Center From Trump's Renovation Plans

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.

Broadway Community Divided Over Patti LuPone's Apology and Disciplinary Actions
entertainment8 months ago

Broadway Community Divided Over Patti LuPone's Apology and Disciplinary Actions

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.

Broadway Community Calls Out Patti LuPone Over Controversial Comments
entertainment8 months ago

Broadway Community Calls Out Patti LuPone Over Controversial Comments

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.

Broadway Community Demands Accountability After Patti LuPone's Controversial Remarks
entertainment9 months ago

Broadway Community Demands Accountability After Patti LuPone's Controversial Remarks

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 apologizes amid Broadway controversy over comments on colleagues
entertainment9 months ago

Patti LuPone apologizes amid Broadway controversy over comments on colleagues

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.

world9 months ago

Broadway Community Divided Over Patti LuPone Controversies

Over 500 Broadway performers and theater professionals have signed an open letter urging the Tony Awards to disinvite Patti LuPone due to her controversial comments about fellow performers, which are criticized as degrading and misogynistic. The letter condemns her remarks about Kecia Lewis and Audra McDonald, emphasizing the need for accountability and higher industry standards. The Tony Awards are scheduled for June 8, with no official response yet from organizers or LuPone.