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Boop! The Musical, which opened on Broadway in April and featured Jasmine Amy Rogers as Betty Boop, has announced its final performance as of July 13, after 25 previews and 112 regular shows, marking its closure amidst the broader challenges faced by recent Tony-nominated productions.
The article discusses a quiz that includes a question about whether Donald Trump received cheers or jeers at a 'Les Mis' performance, and invites readers to submit their own questions related to recent news.
The Broadway musical 'Smash,' inspired by the NBC series, announced its closure after less than three months due to poor box office performance and being shut out at the 2025 Tony Awards, marking the first Broadway show to close empty-handed after the awards.
Broadway musical 'Smash,' based on the TV series, will close after 84 performances due to poor ticket sales and no Tony Awards wins, despite being a fan favorite and featuring notable producers. The show struggled with attendance and critical reception, leading to its final performance on June 22.
The Broadway musical 'Smash,' based on an NBC series and nominated for two Tony Awards, is closing on June 22 due to poor box office performance and lack of awards, despite a brief peak in revenue after its opening.
The Broadway musical 'Smash' will close on June 22 after failing to win any Tony Awards and experiencing low ticket sales, marking it the first Broadway show to close following the 2025 Tony Awards.
Bernadette Peters responded positively to Cole Escola's Tony Awards tribute, where Escola wore a costume reminiscent of Peters' 1999 Tony-winning look, celebrating her iconic style and earning her praise.
The 2025 NBA Finals experienced a significant drop in viewership, averaging around 8.84 million viewers, the smallest since 2007, while the Tony Awards surged to a multi-year high with 5.1 million viewers, marking a 44% increase from the previous year. Other notable ratings include CNN's 'Good Night, and Good Luck' drawing over 7 million viewers worldwide, and ESPN's Women’s College World Series final setting a ratings record with 2.4 million viewers.
Cole Escola paid tribute to Bernadette Peters at the 2025 Tony Awards with a dress inspired by her 1999 gown and a wig resembling her signature hairstyle. Peters responded positively, joking about her own chest hair pattern and congratulating Escola on his win for Best Leading Actor in a Play. Escola's outfit also featured a pendant of Laura Keene, connecting to American history.
The 78th Tony Awards saw a 38% increase in viewership from 2024, reaching 4.85 million viewers on CBS, the largest audience in six years, with record streaming numbers on Paramount+ and performances by Cynthia Erivo and others.
Broadway's 2024-25 season was its most successful ever, boosted by Hollywood A-listers like George Clooney and Denzel Washington, and celebrated at the Tony Awards for bold performances and diverse talent, highlighting the enduring power and community of live theater.
Cole Escola won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for their debut Broadway show 'Oh, Mary!', a quirky and politically absurd play imagining Mary Todd Lincoln as a cabaret star. Escola's journey from online videos to Broadway success exemplifies the realization of the American dream through hard work and unique vision, with their win symbolizing a full-circle moment inspired by their early influences and personal creativity.
The article celebrates the 10th anniversary of 'Hamilton' by updating on the original cast members, highlighting their performances at the Tony Awards and detailing their careers since the show's debut, including successes in film, television, and other Broadway productions.
The 78th Annual Tony Awards showcased memorable musical performances from the 2024-2025 Broadway season, featuring highlights like Phillipa Soo, Renee Elise Goldsberry, and the cast of 'Hamilton', celebrating the best of theatre without including 'Hamilton' or the In Memoriam segment.
The article reveals behind-the-scenes moments from the 2025 Tony Awards, including missed opportunities like Bob Odenkirk missing the Hamilton reunion due to bathroom breaks, electrifying performances by Nicole Scherzinger and Audra McDonald, celebrity interactions with George Clooney and Oprah, and a humorous misinterpretation of a closing song by Cynthia Erivo. It highlights the lively, unpredictable nature of the event beyond what viewers see on TV.