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04.08.2023 - 21:59 / variety.com
Katcy Stephan Cameron Mackintosh’s much-loved production of Boublil and Schönberg’s “Les Misérables” has descended upon L.A., giving Angelenos their chance to hear the people sing at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre. Purists won’t find any holes to poke in this air-tight national tour, which demonstrates a clear reverence for the beloved show’s storied history while delivering stunning, modern visuals and breathing new life into numbers like “A Heart Full of Love” with a healthy injection of humor.
At the show’s core is a grounded turn from Nick Cartell as Jean Valjean, who seeks redemption after serving a 19-year prison sentence for stealing a loaf of bread. It’s not Cartell’s first time playing Prisoner 24601, and it shows — the tenor effortlessly shows off his thundering chest voice in the musical’s first act before transitioning to a bright falsetto as Valjean softens in a show-stopping rendition of “Bring Him Home.” Valjean’s scenes with Javert, expertly played by Preston Truman Boyd, are among the most compelling moments in the production, with aching desperation from both men driving each confrontation further until the rivalry hits its boiling point in a devastating finale.
Fans who have only seen the 2012 film adaptation with Russell Crowe’s painfully weak vocal attempt owe it to themselves to see Boyd perform Javert’s staggeringly difficult songs as they were meant to be heard: with precision, ferocity and conviction. Other standouts in the powerhouse ensemble include Christina Rose Hall and Matt Crowle as the Thénardiers, who bring the house down with a raunchy, laugh-out-loud “Master of the House.” Addie Morales and Gregory Lee Rodriguez’s sweetly star-crossed lovers, Cosette and Marius, bring some much-needed
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The latest D.C. superhero movie is not another grim Batman sequel, or yet another Superman reboot.
Day6 bassist and vocalist Young K has shared snippets of songs from his upcoming debut studio album.On August 17, the musician shared a series of “lyric spoiler clips” via JYP Entertainment’s YouTube channel. The three songs, ‘waited’, ‘nothing but’ and ‘let it be summer’, are from Young K’s upcoming debut studio album ‘Letters With Notes’, which will be released on September 4 at 6pm KST.The second track ‘nothing but’ will serve as the record’s title track.
Game Of Thrones and Eastenders, has died aged 36.Kent’s agency announced the news Tuesday (August 15), writing that Kent had “passed away peacefully on Friday” surrounded by his family and best friend.“It is with deep sadness we have to tell you that our dear friend and client Darren Kent passed away peacefully on Friday,” Carey Dodd Associates shared. “His parents and best friend by his side.
Jazz Tangcay Artisans Editor “My job is to make sure that every production, wherever it is in the world, is to make it seem like nobody has ever seen it before,” theater producer Sir Cameron Mackintosh says talking about his shows like “Cats,” “Miss Saigon,” “Oliver,” “Mary Poppins” and “Les Miserables.” It’s the latter which is currently dazzling audiences at Hollywood’s Pantages through Sept. 10 and has undergone a makeover for its latest incarnation. Over 71 million people worldwide have seen the show.
McKinley Franklin editor Darren Kent, an actor who appeared in “Game of Thrones,” “Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves,” “EastEnders” and more, died on Friday. He was 36. His death was confirmed by his talent agency, Carey Dodd Associates, in a statement posted to Twitter on Tuesday.
Game of Thrones and EastEnders actor Darren Kent has died aged 36.
James Charles celebrated the release of his Painted makeup line with a launch party in Los Angeles!
second season, Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney see the Welsh football club that they purchased in 2020 triumph, winning their first league title in 45 years, and being promoted to the EFL League Two.Oh, and also? «The King of England called,» Reynolds marvels in the season 2 trailer, which FX and Hulu released on Thursday.The reality series follows Reynolds and McElhenney's athletic adventure with Wrexham AFC as they've embraced the working class town in North Wales and the passionate Wrexham fans that has cheered on the Red Dragons football team since their founding in 1864.After a heartbreaking loss in the semi-final at the end of the 2021-22 season, the A-list owners harnessed every bit of their star power and the club's finances to try and bring a title back to Wrexham. And yes, they also got a visit from King Charles III.Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds meet King Charles III in 'Welcome to Wrexham' season 2 trailer.But there's a tough road ahead, which will play out throughout Wrexham's second season.
Meghan Markle isn’t having a cruel summer. The Duchess of Sussex attended a Taylor Swift concert on Tuesday at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, a source confirmed to People magazine.The performance was part of the singer’s Eras Tour. A spokesperson for Swift, 33, and the former American actress, 42, didn’t immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
Sacha Baron Cohen is reportedly reviving his character Ali G for a new feature film.According to Hollywood insider Daniel Richtman (via World Of Reel), Cohen has been secretly working on a new movie which sees him return to his early breakout character.This would be the second Ali G film following 2002’s Ali G Indahouse, directed by Mark Mylod. Cohen originally played the character on Channel 4 comedy series The 11 O’Clock Show and Da Ali G Show, which aired from 2000 to 2004.In 2021, Cohen reprised the character for a string of stand-up shows.
grand exit from the royal family back in 2020, but they’re still pretty tight with two certain members nowadays.The couple are “so close” and are “still the best of friends” to Harry’s cousins Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, according to a family insider. The source divulged to People that the foursome “talk constantly” despite the heated feud between the Sussexes and the rest of the Firm.The insider revealed that the tensions between the duke, 38, the duchess, 42, King Charles and Prince William have been particularly hard for Beatrice, 34, and Eugenie, 33.“This whole drama between him and Meghan and the rift with the rest of the family has been really stressful for the girls.
The Sun that the California-based royals recently had a power lunch with John Travolta, 69, at The Beverly Hills Hotel’s exclusive Polo Lounge. “They got on extremely well,” the insider said of the Sussexes and the “Grease” star — who famously danced with Harry’s mom, Princess Diana, at the White House back in 1985.
It’s hard to believe it’s been 14 years since Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince first hit cinemas, but as the entire franchise returns to our screens this week, a new generation of magic lovers have been able to fall in love with the adventure of Harry Potter and his wizarding pals. While many of the movie’s stars such as Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson have scarcely changed in the years since the film’s debut, one cast member, Georgina Leonidas is a far cry from her on screen persona of Katie Bell.
Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” collected $10.2 million on opening day, including $3.85 million from Tuesday’s preview screenings. Paramount and Nickelodeon’s animated adventure is getting a jump on the weekend by debuting on Wednesday. This weekend’s other new release, the Warner Bros.
Marvel Cinematic Universe limps along and DC attempts a second act, the best superhero movies are actually coming from the world of animation.Sony’s innovative “Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse” and superb sequel “Across The Spider-Verse” served the tired genre a much-needed double shot of espresso. And now, far more unexpectedly, Paramount’s awesome “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” has tossed it a rallying Red Bull — alongside, naturally, a slice of pepperoni.Running time: 99 minutes.
One of this summer’s biggest surprises is the pure entertainment to be found scene-by-scene in “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem,” an inspired take on a once-blockbuster property that had previously been collecting dust in the IP toy box.
Samantha Barks is going to be a mom!
Russell Crowe has recalled a chance encounter with the late Sinead O’Connor following her death last week aged 56.The actor took to Twitter to recount the story of meeting her while he was working in Ireland last year.Crowe said he was sitting outside a pub with a group of friends when “a woman with purpose strode past us”.“Puffy parker zipped to the nape and her bowed head covered in a scarf. One of my new friends muttered an exclamation, jumped up and pursued the woman,” he continued. “Thirty metres down the road the friend and the woman embraced and he (waved) me over.
Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Star of stage and screen Samantha Barks has revealed she's pregnant with her first child.The popular Les Misérables actress took to Instagram to unveil the exciting news with an adorable video featuring her dog Ivy, who is being "promoted" to big sister. In the sweet clip, the dog's paws are in focus before being lifted to reveal the scan photo below. Samantha simply captioned the footage: "@missivybarks is being promoted".