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Lin-Manuel Miranda promises that Tony Awards host Ariana DeBose, an original cast member in Hamilton before her Oscar win for West Side Story will have “a doozy of an opening number” kicking off Sunday night’s show.

Justin Bieber has been forced to cancel upcoming shows due to illness. The 'Love Yourself' hitmaker was due to perform in Toronto, Canada at the Scotiabank Arena on June 7 and 8, but he has postponed the dates alongside a planned show in Washington, DC on June 10 as part of his 'Justice' world tour. He wrote on his Instagram Story: "Can't believe I'm saying this.

Pride Month. Every year throughout June, people around the United States commemorate the Stonewall riots, which occurred at the end of June 1969. Throughout the month there are events, marches, parades, parties, and festivals, recognizing the repressive legal and social period for LGBTQI+ while celebrating the movement with pride.

NEW YORK -- For comedians of a certain age, there was one album that was worn out on the turntable, dutifully memorized and acted out. That was George Carlin's signature “Class Clown.”“The way George Carlin looked at the world and broke it down taught so many of us how to be comedians,” said Judd Apatow.

The Smile have shared the video for their new single ‘Thin Thing’ – watch below.The band – comprising Thom Yorke, his Radiohead bandmate Jonny Greenwood and Sons of Kemet drummer Tom Skinner – formed last year and announced their debut album, ‘A Light For Attracting Attention’ last month.‘Thin Thing’ follows ‘You Will Never Work In Television Again’, ‘The Smoke’,  ‘Skrting On The Surface’ and ‘Pana-vision’, a track taken from the Peaky Blinders soundtrack.It arrives with a stop-motion animated video directed by Cristóbal León and Joaquín Cociña, which took the pair six months to make.Speaking about the video, they said: “Hearing the song for the first time, we imagined a frenetic fluid that carries machines, pieces of human bodies and carnivorous plants.“When presenting the idea to the band, Thom told us about a dream that made him write the song. We believe the video is the conjunction of these two things.”‘A Light For Attracting Attention’ arrives this Friday (May 13) digitally, and June 17 physically, via XL Recordings.Produced and mixed by Nigel Godrich and mastered by Bob Ludwig, the 13-track album will feature strings by the London Contemporary Orchestra and a full brass section of contemporary UK jazz players including Byron Wallen, Theon and Nathaniel Cross, Chelsea Carmichael, Robert Stillman and Jason Yarde.

Kelly Clarkson dived deep into Radiohead‘s catalogue for her latest Kellyoke cover: the ‘OK Computer’ cut ‘Exit Music (For A Film)’.Clarkson’s customary opening for The Kelly Clarkson Show has seen her previously cover Radiohead’s ‘Karma Police’, but for this edition of Kellyoke she picked a lesser-known ‘OK Computer’ track that was never released as a single.Clarkson’s classic rock take take demonstrates her vocal power – watch her cover Radiohead’s ‘Exit Music (For A Film)’ below.Clarkson is also reportedly working on a “haunting” new version of the 1995 single ‘9 To 5’ with Dolly Parton. Their take on the classic 1980 single is for an upcoming documentary called Still Working 9 To 5.Clarkson has previously covered Sharon Van Etten’s ‘The End Of The World’, Pixies’ ‘Where Is My Mind’, and My Chemical Romance’s ‘Welcome To The Black Parade’ among others for the segment, notably delivering a moving cover of George Michael’s ‘Faith’ in a pre-recorded segment when she was not able to sing for the audience live.

Independent Sydney MP Alex Greenwich has warned the NSW’s minority Dominic Perrottet government that he would withdraw his support if the Premier continued to make comments against the transgender community.The Perrottet government, which does not have a majority in the NSW Parliament, relies on the support of Independents, including out gay MP Greenwich. The Sydney Morning Herald reported that Perrottet is likely to meet Greenwich and trans advocates next week. Trigger Warning: This story discusses transphobic comments made by political leaders, which might be distressing to some readers. For 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention call Lifeline on 13 11 14. For Australia-wide LGBTQI peer support call QLife on 1800 184 527 or webchat.Premier Perrottet had earlier this week waded into the debate on trans sportspersons in female sports, while supporting Liberal candidate Katherine Deves.

Strictly Come Dancing star Neil Jones has moved in with his new girlfriend, according to reports.The star, 39, is said to have wasted no time in moving forward in his relationship with actress Sienna Hollen, a former Miss Romania pageant queen thought to be in her early 20s. Dancer Neil was previously married to fellow pro dancer Katya Jones, however the couple split in 2019 a year after Katya locked lips with comedian Seann Walsh. But the pair insisted their split wasn't due to the kiss in a statement at the time.

By Dr Christopher Pepin-NeffA new study from the University of Sydney will look at the impact of COVID on LGBTQI community life in NSW, including Oxford Street. The research project is being coordinated by the Sydney Policy Lab and will look at the implications of COVID-forced closings as well as new venues that opened during the height of the pandemic.Gay sex clubs like Sydney Sauna are a good example of social capital, where social trust is shared, and this may create a network of friends who go to the same doctor, gain access to PrEP, and seek sexual health information as a result.

here.It’s not the only new venue planned for the capital. Last week, a new arena called the MSG Sphere was given the go-ahead despite objections from The O2 operator AEG.

Love Island star Olivia Attwood and footballer Bradley Dack have been dating for a while now and are set to take the next step in their relationship by getting married (even though they have had to postpone their wedding multiple times because of the coronavirus pandemic. Now we know A LOT about Olivia from her appearances on multiple reality TV shows, but we know less about her beau Bradley.Here's everything you NEED to know about professional footballer and long haired hottie Bradley Dack.Bradley Dack is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Blackburn Rovers.

Spring will kick off this weekend as the clocks move forward by one hour.

First announced back in 2018, the 21,500-capacity venue is the brainchild of Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp (MSG), the team behind the iconic New York venue of the same name. It will become the UK’s largest concert arena.The MSG Sphere will sit on a 1.9-hectare (4.7-acre) site in Stratford that was purchased by MSG.

Donna Kaz Donna Kaz is a multi-genre writer and the author of “Un/Masked, Memoirs of a Guerrilla Girl On Tour,” which covers her relationship with the late William Hurt and her path to becoming an activist fighting domestic violence. Kaz writes about her emotional response to the news of his death.   I will never forget the first time I saw him, standing by the front door of Jimmy Day’s bar in Greenwich Village where I waited tables. The sun behind him made him appear almost godly.

June 5, 2018: News breaks that Jennifer Lawrence and Cooke Maroney are dating and have been for a bit. Page Six's source that the pair met through a mutual friend, adding, "The relationship has been going on a few weeks. But they have been very private and careful not to be seen together.” Lawrence's previous relationship, with director Darren Aronofsky, ended in November 2017.February 5, 2019: After Lawrence is seen wearing a big diamond ring, a representative her engagement.March 22, 2019: Partiers at Pieces, a gay bar in Greenwich Village, post pictures and videos of Lawrence and Adele (and some thrilled drag queens) having tipsy fun on stage.

Black History Month, and new content celebrating Black stories across television and film is on its way.Over the course of Black History Month, many channels will premiere nonfiction specials and programming that spotlight Black leaders in politics, entertainment and social justice. PBS will premiere specials about civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer and singer Marian Anderson, while Starz will premiere a feature length documentary on Congresswoman Barbara Lee.In addition, the Smithsonian Channel will debut a four-part miniseries tracing the origins exploring the legacy of slavery around the world. Aside from new documentaries and docuseries, streaming channels like Tubi will offer hundreds of hours of Black Cinema to watch, as well as original fiction programming.

Viewers of The Apprentice were left gobsmacked on Thursday night after witnessing a huge blunder.

Mariska Hargitay is opening up about how she met her husband of 17 years, Peter Hermann.

Supermarket giant Aldi has followed in Tesco's footsteps and has opened a store where shoppers don't pay for their items with cash or card.

“Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” encountered a disruption while filming on location in New York City’s Washington Square Park, in the heart of Greenwich Village.

Patti Smith is set to appear as a guest on Questlove‘s web series Quest For Craft – you can check out the trailer below.The legendary singer-songwriter will speak to Questlove on the third episode of the show, which is created in partnership with whiskey company The Balvenie. It’s due to air next Thursday (November 25).Filmed at Electric Lady Studios in Greenwich Village, New York City, the forthcoming instalment sees Smith reflect on her appreciation for life.

IFC presents Mia Hansen-Løve’s Cannes entry Bergman Island, Searchlight debuts Antlers, Film Movement brings Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy to the arthouse this weekend, as A24’s surprise hit Lamb and Greenwich Entertainment’s The Rescue go wider week two after a strong open. It’s early days but a nascent specialty revival may be in the works ahead of a stream of potential hits from The French Dispatch to Spencer to Belfast.

Kate Middleton has shared a personal message after the murder of Sabina Nessa, 28.

James Farrar is one of EastEnders' newest hunks, and fans are loving the ripped actor both on and off the screen.The Londoner, born in Greenwich, leads a wholesome family life with his wife Ali, who is a wellness guru and author, and only yesterday announced they were expecting their first child together.The 48-year-old (yes, we couldn't believe it either!) plays Liam on the BBC soap, and has given his 14k followers a glimpse into his life outside of Albert Square on his Instagram.

Comedy Cellar in Greenwich Village — which has hosted stars including Jerry Seinfeld, Robin Williams and Chris Rock — won’t allow the disgraced comic to perform on the heels of his prison release, according to TMZ.The 83-year-old fallen funnyman reportedly plans to do a stand-up tour now that his sexual-assault conviction has been tossed and he was freed from prison last month.But club owner Noam Dworman — who let  Louis C.K.

Ace Ruele Aristotles has claimed he's facing being deported to Jamaica despite being born in Greenwich and raised in North West London.The EastEnders star, who portrays Sammy in the popular BBC soap opera, was granted indefinite leave (IRL) although his mum didn't have a UK citizenship at the time of his birth. However, this was revoked after he got a criminal conviction, spending three years in jail at the age of 19 for crimes including robbery with an imitation firearm.

Alix Dobkin was a singer and songwriter whose 1973 album “Lavender Jane Loves Women” was a milestone for the lesbian community.Dobkin began playing music in Greenwich Village coffeehouses in the 1960s. Married to a man at the time, she came out as a lesbian in 1970 and began playing music that boldly talked about the lesbian experience, which was rare at the time.

The first full episode of The FADER Uncovered, a brand new podcast series in which host Mark Ronson talks with the world’s most impactful musicians, is up now and available for download wherever you listen to podcasts.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorNew York’s Blue Note Jazz Club is back in a big way this summer, with Ron Carter, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Robert Glasper, Jacob Collier, Eddie Palmieri, John Scofield and Al Di Meola among the musicians scheduled to perform at the Sony Presents Blue Note Jazz Festival, to be held this summer from June 15 – August 15.The performances will take place both indoors at the iconic Blue Note Jazz Club in Greenwich Village — one of the first music venues in

Kendall Jenner and Devin Booker!The 25-year-old model and the 24-year-old NBA star were spotted holding hands in New York City together on Saturday evening during a date night. A source tells ET the two were happy to step out publicly as a couple, despite Jenner keeping her prior romantic relationships private. On Saturday, the two hit up celebrity hotspot Carbone in Greenwich Village, and later went to the private club Zero Bond. Jenner rocked a strapless latex wide-legged jumpsuit and heels

Ghetts has announced an upcoming livestream show that will see him perform his new album ‘Conflict Of Interest’ in “stride cinematic fashion”.Set to take place on Sunday (April 11) at 8pm, Conflict Of Interest, Live In London will be broadcast live from Magazine in Greenwich.Directed by Charlie Sarsfield (Stormzy, Avelino, Sam Fender) with additional live animation from Ruff Mercy, the virtual gig will give fans their first live taste of Ghetts’ critically acclaimed third studio album.“Levels

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tweeted in memorializing Hendra’s death.Hendra got his start in the early 1960s as a member of the Cambridge University Footlights review, appearing on stage with future Monty Python stars John Cleese and Graham Chapman.He moved to the U.S. in 1964 and — with his comedy partner Nick Ullett — opened for the legendary Lenny Bruce in Greenwich Village.Hendra was most prolific as a comedy writer.

Greenwich Entertainment has acquired the U.S. distribution rights to writer and director Ted Braun’s new documentary ¡Viva Maestro! A theatrical release is planned for later this year after the deal with Participant was unveiled at the virtual Berlin market.